You may recall that our dear friend Bijou wrote 24 new Bijouisms for our 2025 Bijou Be Well series. We released a new Bijouism for 21 days straight in May, and our community loved them. But wait... that means there were three new Bijouisms that were not released in May... Today, we release one of those three! When In Doubt, Aura Maria writes... You might be tired of hearing me talk about “aura,” but please hear me out.When Rick and I were handed this gift (later called Zentangle), we were constantly “winging it.” “How about this?” Or “Let’s try...
We, at Zentangle HQ, were inspired by Bijou's 24 new Bijouisms this year. So, we decided to create our own. After all... we couldn't let Bijou have all of the fun! We sat down, dug deep, spoke to our inner-Bijou, and let the words flow. We hope you enjoy these eleven additional wisdoms! Jane-ism A Smile Goes a Long Way There was a saying that hung on the walls of my childhood home that read: “It takes only thirteen muscles of the face to make a smile and sixty-five to make a frown. Why overwork?” Growing up, I interpreted...
The United States has been observing Mental Health Awareness during the month of May since 1949. Each year, businesses, organizations, schools, and individuals dedicate this month to acknowledge those affected by mental illness by presenting innovative ideas, events, and programs to support the treatment and prevention of mental illness. Many individuals who suffer from mental health symptoms have found that creating art can be used as a therapy and have very positive effects on their condition. A regular practice of creating art can be nurturing for relieving stress, increasing confidence, and supporting general mental health wellness in all of us,...