Bijou's Be Well Series - May 2023
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 that 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, not just those that struggle. The Zentangle Method is a simple and powerful way to access creativity and opens doorways to our creative abilities, and the artist within each of us. Using simple steps and basic strokes, anyone can create beautiful images using the Zentangle Method.
This year, as we considered how we would honor the importance of this month, Bijou reminded us all of his wise Bijouisms, which serve as gentle reminders for us in our Zentangle practice and in life. Beginning May 11th, we are embarking on a 21 day challenge where we will delve into one Bijouism and one tangle on a Bijou tile each day. We invite you to find 15-20 minutes each day to tangle along with us, Bijou, and the Zentangle Community, allowing your pen to soothe your soul.
Read the Bijou's Be Well Bundle Prep Email here.
Day 01: crescent moon and Comfort
Read more bout the Bijouism comfort and tangle along with us here.
Day 02: printemps and Relax
Read more about the Bijouism Relax and tangle along with us here.
Day 03: knightsbridge and Savor
Read more about the Bijouism Savor and tangle along with us here.
Day 04: hollibaugh and Deliberate Strokes
Read more about the Bijouism Deliberate Strokes and tangle along with us here.
Day 05: bales and Beautiful and Beyond
Read more about the Bijouism Beautiful and Beyond and tangle along with us here.
Day 06: pokeroot/pokeleaf and Embellish
Read more about the Bijouism Embellish and tangle along with us here.
Day 07: diva dance and Breathe
Read more about the Bijouism Breathe and tangle along with us here.
Day 08: shattuck and Enjoy the Shade
Read more about the Bijouism Enjoy the Shade and tangle along with us here.
Day 09: munchin and No Mistakes
Read more about the Bijouism No Mistakes and tangle along with us here.
Day 10: huggins and Reflect
Read more about the Bijouism Reflect and tangle along with us here.
Day 11: indyrella and Inspire
Read more about the Bijouism Inspire and tangle along with us here.
Day 12: marasu and Come Out of Your Shell
Read more about the Bijouism Come Our of Your Shell and tangle along with us here.
Day 13: scena and Slow Down
Read more about the Bijouism Slow Down and tangle along with us here.
Day 14: arukas and Appreciate
Read more about the Bijouism Appreciate and tangle along with us here.
Day 15: mooka and Discover
Read more about the BIjouism Discover and tangle along with us here.
Day 16: ravel and Trust
Read more about the Bijouism Trust tangle along with us here.
Day 17: 'nzeppel and Create
Read more about the Bijouism Create and tangle along with us here.
Day 18: paradox and Focus
Read more about the Bijouism Focus and tangle along with us here.
Day 19: striping and The String's The Thing
Read more about the Bijouism The Strings The Thing and tangle along with us here.
Day 20: Reticula and Fragments and Choose Your Tangles
Read more about the Bijouism Choose Your Tangles and tangle along with us here.
Day 21: tipple and Enjoy
Read more about the Bijouism Enjoy and tangle along with us here.
