Zen is the Japanese pronunciation of a Chinese word, ch'an, which comes from a Sanskrit root meaning "thought," "absorption," or "meditation." And meditation is at the heart of Zen, along with an emphasis on self-control and insight.
There are several common elements in Zen meditation:
• Breath observation - The breath can be counted or simply watched, while the attention is brought to the area below the navel.
• Mind observation - The intention is to become aware of the stream of thoughts without engaging with them and allowing them to pass.
• Group practice - Meditation, as well as being a solo practice, may be practiced intensively in group settings, with long periods of meditation interwoven with breaks for rest, meals and sleep.
Easy to color, coloring book for kids and adults with various mandala patterns. This book features 100 Zen Mandalas and patterns in various arrangements both traditional and non-traditional mandalas, so there is plenty to keep you entertained. Each mandala features an incredible number of segments, empowering you to unleash your creative potential. Imagine what you can create with a virtually unlimited number of color combinations. Discover the symmetrical and wonderful beauty of detailed mandalas with this fun coloring challenge!
You will love this coloring book:
• Quality Attention to every detail, guarantee high quality of workmanship.
• Diversity Every project is different. Which guarantees fantastic and creative play with colors.
• Great for All Skill Levels. Our books are fun whether you are a beginner or expert.
• Single sided pages Each image is placed on its own page.
• Relax Coloring is a great way to relax. and distracts from everyday duties.
• Creativity Creating the world with your own colors increases creativity, increases self-esteem, and builds confidence.
• Great gift This coloring book makes a great gift for everyone.
Using these Mandalas as Coloring Therapy
The minutes or hours spent coloring mandalas provides a time to focus and meditate, allowing the individual to express their individuality and create a self-portrait. Overtime, mandalas can become an art journal of renewal and revitalization. The mandala symbol can be found in just about every culture. Carl Jung, in his book "Dreams," explains this phenomenon with a theory that the symbol is a manifestation of the inherent psychological structure of man. In Yogic traditions the mandala is a symbol of both the universe and the inner universe of the human body. In the never-ending quest of humans to self-understanding, the mandala is an expression of one's inner self. Through meditation this inner knowledge is reintegration by one's cognitive self.
The Benefits of Creating Mandalas have shown to:
• Aid the release of negative thoughts and emotions
• Decrease tension and anxiety and asks as a stress management tool
• Increase focus and allow self-healing
• Increase self-reflection and personal awareness
• Improves attention
• Encourages creativity and self-expression
The shapes as well as the colors chosen can be as symbolic as the artist wants them to be. Every piece of the artwork is equally important as the other. There is no "right" or "wrong" way to complete your mandala. Remember how much fun it was to paint, draw, or mold things out of clay when you were a child? It turns out that making art can be a powerful therapeutic tool for adults. Let your journey begin to self-care. Enjoy as you complete the mandalas!
