This painting was painted while in an apartment on the 16th floor in Kuala Lumpur, during the spring of 2020. It felt far from simple. At this point I was guided by fear. What would happen to the world? Well I am not going to go into a list of everything that I feared, we all have a long list. For the first time in my lifetime, and maybe for all of us we shared a fear that is truly global. Is it not strange that while feeling really stuck at that point of time, I somehow found the idea to write a list about what would happen if everything was simple. I wrote the list quickly and forgot about it. The same day I made this painting in my daily art meditation. It has the feeling that life was simple. The other day back in Sweden I was sorting out art meditations and this list fell on the floor. It had probably been one of the most significant pieces of writing that I had ever done for my own personal journey, and I had not recollection that I had written it. Reading the points on my paper I noticed that I was far along on creating simplicity. Far along on understanding what my core values actually where when facing my fear. Still I have points left on the list, and I am not sure if I ever want to do them all. But today I know much more about what really makes me happy, and it in many ways was so much simpler than I thought and in other ways much more difficult. I know that most of us feel far more complexity and uncertainty right now maybe that is why we can gain from trying the exercise: if everything was simple right now... This simple shift in perspective might give you a clue on what really matters to you. For me I need this in my life. Time and opportunity to walk in nature with fresh air. That is a luxury and a necessity for me. If you would like to learn how to do this process of mindfulness, creativity and reflection the online course in art meditation is open and you will learn one and do the exercises offline. You can alos buy the book Create to Relax which is has many exercises I nature and a recipe on how to paint with coffee. Kursen finns även på svenska som konstmeditation. I would love to hear from you. What is on your list? The simple things that helps you in these times. Take Care #slow_down #slowdown #simple_life #simple_living #nature #Create_to_Relax #art_meditation #Zenart

Yesterday evening Swedish time two minutes before the sky had its own show with a thunderstorm the shortlist for Golden Door Awards 2021 was announced. I have listened three times, and yes I am in it. The book Create to Flow that holds a course in creative self discovery filled with excursuses, tools and ideas for anyone that wants to unblock their creativity, expand their creative thinking and listen to their intuition will now be presented towards an international audience. It is a humbling feeling, sitting by the lake after spending the day recording guided meditations for the online courses thinking about how to reach a larger audience as I know that these tools can be a great help for many in their journey of self discovery. If you are curious to find out more about the book If you would like to know more about Golden Door Awards or on Amazon I would also love to say a big thank you to my editor Jacyntha England and everyone that has contributed with words of wisdom to the book Create to Flow. The book does also come to alive as an online course, and I am currently working on enhancing that experience. I can tell you that it is colorful and filled with tools to meditate, create and reflect.

f you want more creativity, curiosity, and flow in your life - this card deck is for you. I created it from a piece of advice from my daughter as I was anxious and grateful to plan a large art exhibition. She asked me to open up my box of possibilities and that is what I have done. Now it is in your hands, ready to inspire your creative thinking. 52 cards filled with color and curiosity. To create the box of my dreams, I asked a few of the smartest and most creative people I know, including inspiring authors and creative innovators to help me along the way. This has infused the box with tremendous wisdom. Apart from wisdom you will find, reflective questions, colors and creative ideas. Like how you would describe your inner icon in words and color. HIS CARD DECK CAN BE USED TO INSPIRE WRITING, DISCUSSIONS, START A MEETING, JOURNALING, PAINTING, OR BE A TOOL FOR PERSONAL GROWTH... You can your own in the shop. It might be the perfect gift for a creative friend. If you are looking for gifts for your company, kindly send us a message and we will quote your prices without VATSwedishartanddesign@gmail.com

The Club for Creative Adventures. An art club for those who want to become more creative and have fun. The Club for Creative Adventures. Sometimes we can long to try something new in our creation such as testing new techniques, materials and getting inspiration from other artists, and meeting like-minded people. A week before each adventure, information about the theme for the upcoming meeting will be sent. There may be surprises as guest speakers. I will take inspiration from the workshops I had in Singapore, Bali and Australia. If this becomes a concept and a group that thrives together, the idea is that we continue to develop together. Location: Bilda, Drottninggatan 40 or at another central location in Karlstad depending on the theme. Time: 18 - 21 Dates for spring semester 2023: 6/2, 6/3, 3/4 and 8/5 Price: SEK 2,600 materials and coffee included Course leader: Ingela Johansson Number in the group: 8 - 12 people Questions and registration to: Swedishartanddesign@gmail.com What You’ll Achieve in 4 Weeks: Understand how emotions can fuel your creativity and growth. Explore practical exercises to express your inner world through art. Create a vision of your dream life through creative practices. Why This Course is for You: You feel disconnected from your dreams and need a spark to get started. You’re looking for a simple, structured way to reconnect with your emotions. You want to explore creativity without the pressure of being “perfect.” You’re curious about how art and self-reflection can lead to lasting change. What’s Included: Weekly Video Lessons: Short and focused sessions with step-by-step guidance. Creative Assignments: Fun and intuitive exercises to help you connect with your emotions and creativity. Reflective Prompts: Journaling questions designed to deepen your self-awareness. Community Access: Join a supportive group of like-minded individuals on the same journey. Why This Course is for You: You feel disconnected from your dreams and need a spark to get started. You’re looking for a simple, structured way to reconnect with your emotions. You want to explore creativity without the pressure of being “perfect.” You’re curious about how art and self-reflection can lead to lasting change. The Power of Emotions and Creativity In this course, you'll learn how to harness the energy of your emotions—joy, anger, fear, hope—and channel them into creative expression. Through simple art exercises and guided reflection, you’ll discover how your emotions hold the key to clarity, growth, and inner strength. This isn’t about becoming an artist; it’s about becoming more you. What Makes This Course Unique? Fast Results: In just four weeks, you’ll see shifts in how you feel and express yourself. Accessible to All: No prior experience in art or meditation is needed. Transformative Tools: Gain practical strategies you can use for a lifetime. About Ingela Johansson: Ingela has spent over 10 years guiding people across nine countries to reconnect with themselves through creativity and meditation. As the creator of Zenart, she combines art, mindfulness, and emotional insight to inspire others to live authentically and fully. Start Your Journey Today This 4-week course is the perfect introduction to Ingela’s transformative Creative Meditation program. Begin your journey now and take the first step toward a more creative, empowered, and aligned life. Sign uo FAQ Section: Q: Do I need to know how to paint or draw? A: Not at all! This course is about intuitive creativity, not technical skill. Q: How much time does this course require? A: Just 1-2 hours per week. The lessons are designed to fit into busy schedules. Q: What materials do I need? A: Basic supplies like paper, pens, and paint are all you need to get started.

The Club for Creative Adventures. An art club for those who want to become more creative and have fun. The Club for Creative Adventures. Sometimes we can long to try something new in our creation such as testing new techniques, materials and getting inspiration from other artists, and meeting like-minded people. A week before each adventure, information about the theme for the upcoming meeting will be sent. There may be surprises as guest speakers. I will take inspiration from the workshops I had in Singapore, Bali and Australia. If this becomes a concept and a group that thrives together, the idea is that we continue to develop together. Location: Bilda, Drottninggatan 40 or at another central location in Karlstad depending on the theme. Time: 18 - 21 Dates for spring semester 2023: 6/2, 6/3, 3/4 and 8/5 Price: SEK 2,600 materials and coffee included Course leader: Ingela Johansson Number in the group: 8 - 12 people Questions and registration to: Swedishartanddesign@gmail.com Reconnect to what you personally crave for Discover ways you can unlock your inner creativity, transforming how you approach both life and work. Your 2025 calendar and year plan built around your goals, learning, travel, and relationships rather than just work. The power of intuitive painting and visualization in accessing deep-seated desires and aspirations. Insights into your subconscious, revealing the true potential of your desires. How to silence your inner critic and nurture a positive self-dialogue. What Participants Are Saying: 💬 “I loved the trust in the creative process and allowing the right brain to lead.” — Emma 💬 “We are all going through something—we are not alone. I love to see how we can come together with this workshop and help each other gain new perspectives.” — Theresa and Mette 💬 “Reconnection to inner truth and wishes.” — Sol Who are the hosts? 🎨 Ingela Johansson – A storyteller in art. For Ingela, the universality of emotions is what inspires her art. By combining creation with meditation, her brush flows freely, often evoking deep emotional resonance. Ingela teaches art meditation and how to work with Flow. 🎙️ Wolfgang von Geramb – A purpose-driven founder, business strategist, and coach. Since 2017, Wolfgang has supported entrepreneurs in breaking free from restrictive structures to pure paths toward a more fulfilling life. Practical Details: 📅 Date: Sunday, January 26, 2025 🕒 Time: 15:00–18:00 CET 🌐 Location: Online via Zoom 🎟️ Price: 39 Euro What You’ll Need: Pens for writing Acrylic colors, a pad of watercolor paper, and a brush Colors needed: Yellow, Red, Blue, White, and Black If you don’t have acrylics, you can join with ink, gouache, crayons, pens, pastels, or whatever colors are in your drawer Get your ticket today Let 2025 be the year you reconnect with your dreams and plan your life from the heart. TICKET FAQ 1. What is The Secret Chamber? It’s a creative space for intention planning, featuring activities like intuitive painting, Create To Flow cards, and curiosity triggers to help you plan your year and access your deeper desires. 2. Who can attend the workshop? The workshop is open to everyone, especially changemakers, entrepreneurs, and life adorers seeking personal growth and creative exploration. 3. Who are the hosts? 🎨 Ingela Johansson – A storyteller in art. For Ingela, the universality of emotions is what inspires her art. By combining creation with meditation, her brush flows freely, often evoking deep emotional resonance. Ingela teaches art meditation and how to work with Flow. 🎙️ Wolfgang von Geramb – A purpose-driven founder, business strategist, and coach. Since 2017, Wolfgang has supported entrepreneurs in breaking free from restrictive structures to pursue paths toward a more fulfilling life. 4. What materials do I need to bring? Pens to write with Acrylic colors, watercolor paper, and a brush Colors needed: Yellow, Red, Blue, White, and Black Alternatives: Ink, gouache, crayons, pens, pastels, or any colors you have on hand. 5. What will I take away from the workshop? Participants will leave with: A personalized plan for 2025, focused on their goals and aspirations. The opportunity to join the online course Paint Your Dream for further exploration.

Q&A Is creative meditation right for me? What are the benefits of creative meditation? The benefits of creative meditation include increased creativity, reduced stress, increased focus and concentration, better self-awareness and increased well-being. If you feel unsure about which course suits you best, you are always welcome to contact me at: ingela@zenart.info Creative Meditation Q&A: What is creative meditation? Creative meditation combines meditation with creative mindfulness exercises that focus on unleashing creativity. It's about letting your thoughts free and letting the subconscious take over to create something new. What is the purpose of creative meditation? The purpose of creative meditation is to increase creativity, reduce stress and promote well-being. It's about creating a place where you can relax and let your imagination run free. How is creative meditation performed? Creative meditation with Zenart is performed in three different parts. We start with meditation, and continue with creativity with mindfulness and finish with a written reflection. What are the benefits of creative meditation? The benefits of creative meditation include increased creativity, reduced stress, increased focus and concentration, better self-awareness and increased well-being. What are the positive effects of reflecting after meditation: Reflection after meditation can help you become more aware of yourself and your thoughts and feelings, reduce stress and anxiety, and increase your creativity and self-awareness. Will creative meditation lead to drastic changes in life? Creative meditation can lead to changes in life, but it is important to note that these will not necessarily be drastic changes. By engaging in creative meditation, you can become more aware of your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors, which can lead to positive changes in your lifestyle and self-image. Creative meditation can help you gain greater insight into your own needs and desires, as well as manage stress and anxiety. Through regular practice, you can discover new ways of thinking and relating to the world, which can lead to you experiencing greater creativity, openness and satisfaction in life. So while creative meditation may not lead to dramatic life changes, it can be a useful method for creating positive changes in your life. Do I need to be good at drawing to do creative meditation? No, you don't need to be good at drawing to engage in creative meditation. Creative meditation is not about creating works of art or being skilled at any kind of art. Instead, it's about using creativity as a path to conscious presence and relaxation. During creative meditation, you can use a variety of techniques and materials to explore your feelings, thoughts and inner experiences. It is not about creating something beautiful or perfect, but rather about using creativity as a tool to achieve relaxation, increased awareness and presence in the present moment. Thus, the most important thing is not to be good at drawing or any other art form, but to be open to exploring your inner world through creativity. What are the disadvantages of creative meditation? There are few downsides to creative meditation if done correctly. However, some people may find that it takes time to get into meditation and that it can be difficult to let go of control. Can creative meditation help me be more productive? Yes, creative meditation can help you be more productive by increasing creativity and focus. By unleashing your creativity, you can find new ways to solve problems and achieve your goals. How long should I meditate to see results? It is different for each person, but to see results it is recommended to meditate regularly and try the program at least twice a week for a month. Can creative meditation help me deal with anxiety and depression? Yes, creative meditation can help you manage anxiety and depression by reducing stress and promoting well-being. It can also help you increase self-awareness and self-acceptance, which can help manage feelings of anxiety and depression. However, it is important to remember that creative meditation is not a substitute for professional medical or psychological help. Start your course Relax Relaxing through a focused walk or meditation opens the door to creativity and intuition. Create When you create from meditation, you get more focus and can more easily get into a state of Flow. Reflect The reflection makes us aware of and creates a deeper understanding of our own patterns and habits. Become part of the Zenart community. Start your first creative adventure today. Start your journey

Exercise 1, Nature "Nature is satisfied with simplicity." Isaac Newton Part 1 Meditation, 5 min Distractions have become increasingly common in our everyday life. We are interrupted by notifications, messages and constantly being available. The first exercise is an exercise in being here and now. Focus on movement in nature: such as the wind in a branch, waves, or clouds. To keep track of time, you can set a timer on your phone. If you are not in a hurry, it is not necessary to keep track of time. Look, observe and feel. Try to keep your mind on the object you are focused on. Feel free to activate your senses, through scent, texture, color and sound. If your mind wanders use it's imagination to get back to discover more about the colors in a cloud, or how fast it is drifting. Part 2 Creative meditation, 15 min (or however long you want) If time is important, set a timer, otherwise just continue for as long as you want. Choose the colors or pencils that feel right. Draw without requirements, if you get stuck draw the flow and movement of the object you have been meditating on, start painting lines as in the texture. If it's going to be something else, let it be something else. Let the brush and pen go on a journey of discovery. If words come up, write them down, if you feel like taking photos to describe your story, take pictures. When you feel that you are done, stop. During an exercise, you can make as many pictures as you want. Sometimes a picture takes a long time, sometimes you're done quickly.  If it suits you better to write about the experience, do that instead. Our feelings or our intuitive messages sometimes like to show up in a drawing or a meditation. Part 3 Reflection, 5 min How does it feel when everything flows? What is the sensation in motion? What happens in your body when you receive a notification in your phone? Good Luck Ingela

Exercise 6, Resistance and Flow ”If you relax and release, you will see that it puts you through tremendous spiritual growth." Michael A. Singer The law of resistance When we resist and fight against, the resistance usually increases, and when we let go, it flows. Sometimes all the excitement of holding back creates physical and mental reactions. Everything from tension pain to stomach ache. Sometimes we are also not fully aware of what it is in us that creates certain reactions. For example, it took me quite a long time before I understood that when I was really annoyed with my partner, I could comfort myself with food, instead of expressing how I felt because I couldn't deal with the problem. Today I can recognise the pattern and talk about it.  Part 1 Meditation in everyday life, 5 min Mindfulness and calmness can be found in things that we do every day, but it's about how we do them. Try brushing your teeth and be fully aware that you are brushing your teeth. Feel how the brush feels, how the toothpaste tastes and take your time. You can try the same thing if washing the dishes or making the bed. When choosing clothes, consider how the fabric feels against the skin.  When your thoughts wander to something else, just gently bring them back to the task at hand. Part 2 Creative Meditation, 10 min Measure the resistance and then the flow. When you feel that you are done, stop. During an exercise, you can make as many pictures as you want. Sometimes a picture takes a long time, sometimes you're done quickly.  Part 3 Reflection, 5 min Where in the body is the resistance? Where is the flow? What can you do to increase flow? Good Luck Ingela

Exercise 9, Understanding Your Own Choices We know deep down if a choice is right for us or not, we feel it. We can't always express or even explain but still we feel it in our bodies. When we go against the choices, we often get reactions such as pain, tension or other purely physical reactions. If we are stressed we easily override or disregards these feelings, so this is a practice in becoming aware of your own process and gaining tools to become present before making a choice. Begin to become aware of your choices, begin to see them and reflect. The first step is to begin to understand yourself and your actions. One way is to create time for thought and reflection. Time to hang out with yourself, today we will try it by experiencing taste and smell.  Part 2 Meditation, 10 - 20 min Try drinking a cup of coffee, juice or tea. Focus on the taste and aroma. If you want extra fragrance, add, for example, fresh mint to juice or tea, or cardamom to coffee. Try to focus on the experience.  Part 1 Creative Meditation, 10 min Paint or draw and use the colors that feel right. If words come up, write them down. If you don't feel like painting, do something creative that inspires you. Part 3 Reflection What happens when we allow ourselves to just be?  Can you remember when a decision felt right in your body? Good Luck Ingela