Bijou writes... The United States has been observing Mental Health Awareness Month 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. This month reminds us to recognize our wonderful CZT community that has found deep connections to the Zentangle Method through their own mental health journey, and who pass along the power of the Zentangle Method through teaching in their communities and beyond. They inspire others to tap into...

Molly writes: I am very attracted to the philosophy behind the Zentangle Method. Strangely, it was the one thing that was missing in my practice when I first started tangling so many years ago. It was missing because I didn't think I needed it and therefore I clumsily tried to make it work without it. I think I was in denial that it was perhaps something I did need and maybe something I was subconsciously searching for. Once I opened my heart and let go of judgment and expectation, I started to see and feel things in a completely different...

Maria writes... I like to collect interesting words. I have a (used-to-be) blank book just for them.  Of course, they are beautifully written, and defined, so I won’t forget why I liked the word in the first place.  Words like. . . “Notabilia,” “Stellate,” “Caper,” “Triskelion,” “Transmogrify.”    But, when I came across “Autoschediasm,” well, I just about. . . for lack of a better word, fainted! I mean, just look at it. It’s beautiful. And, fun to say. Say it ten times fast and see what I mean. Hmmmm. Autoschediasm is simply this: something that is improved, spontaneous, impromptu. Wow. I...