BOOKS + DVDs
ART THERAPY PROJECTS TO TRY ON YOUR OWN
Downloadable 10 Commandments [download PDF]
Write your own Ten Commandments of Self-Care
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I will ask for help when I need it, and give help when I can
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I will spend time being creative
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I will do the things that scare me and challenge me
Downloadable Self-Care Rose Weekly Tracker [download PDF]
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Put date next to each day
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Color in each section once you have completed that specific self-care activity (written on leaves)
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Over time you will see patterns and where you can improve
Downloadable Single Day Self-Care Rose Tracker [download PDF]
Color in each section once you have completed that specific self-care activity (written on leaves)
Downloadable Declaration [download PDF]
Write your own Declaration of Independence from the thing that enslaves you (fear, addiction, food, money, relationship)
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Preamble: Write a statement of independence from the thing in your life that holds you back
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Indictment: How did/does this negative force control you? What does it make you do?
Denunciation: What rules do you need to put in place in order to live a life of freedom from that negative force?
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Examples:
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Setting a routine where you go to sleep and wake up at a reasonable hour
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Making healthy eating choices
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Surrounding yourself with positive and supportive people
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Conclusion and Rights: What rights do you have once you are free?
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Examples:
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The right to happiness and contentment
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The right to pursue higher education or a desired career
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The right to positive and supportive relationships
Downloadable Present/Gift [download PDF]
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Using words, images, colors and/or shapes...illustrate the things that you have, in this present moment, that are gifts
Downloadable Brain [download PDF]
Using words, images, colors and/or shapes...
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Activity 1: Illustrate what we would learn about you if we could look inside your brain (using words, images colors and shapes)
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Activity 2:
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On the Left side - illustrate what stops you and keeps you stuck
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On the Right side - illustrate what motivates you and inspires you
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Activity 3:
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On the Left side - illustrate your logical, rational self
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On the Right side - illustrate your creative, passionate self