Saturday, March 24, 2007
Creativity As Meditation
When I am in a creative zone, busy at writing or painting or collage, time ceases to exist and I find myself in a deep meditative state. In this state I am able to focus my mind and be free of the often incessant chatter and planning of the ego. Recently a dear, dear soul moved onward to work in another part of the country and my heart rebelled at our parting. While allowing myself to be with and move through whatever feelings arise in each moment, I have found that creating is a wonderful way to be present with my emotions. I can channel my heartfelt love into my paintbrush or pen and marvel as I witness the birth of something new and unique and inspiring, something that has never been created before. Instead of numbing out, distracting myself by watching movies, or eating to stuff down my feelings, I can sit and breathe and let the creative river flow from within. This is FUN! This brings JOY! For more metaphysical paintings by artist Julio Mateo go to: http://www.mateo.net/
