Creating with Spirit

Explore the Power of Creative Self Care

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"Creating with Spirit: Explore the Power of Creative Self-Care" offers a unique and heartfelt pathway to inner peace and self-discovery through the accessible power of creativity. Author Sandra Sabene, an artist and expressive arts facilitator with over three decades of experience, shares how creativity has been her constant companion through life's triumphs and tribulations, offering a tangible means to navigate challenges, find better feelings, and shape more positive outcomes for herself, her family, and her community. The book opens with a deeply personal "From the Author" section, where Sandra unveils the intimate narrative of her life's journey. Readers will understand how, at every significant juncture, creativity provided an opportunity for growth, healing, and a step towards a more beneficial direction inspired by her "heart compass". This authentic voice and relatable human experience form the foundation of the book's empowering message. Following this intimate introduction, "Creating with Spirit" unfolds through ten compelling chapters of real-life stories. Sandra shares poignant and inspiring accounts from her personal and professional life, including navigating profound loss and fostering resilience. Through these narratives, readers will witness the transformative impact of creative practices on individuals facing diverse challenges, gaining insights into how art, rhythm, and mindfulness can inspire and heal. These stories are not just anecdotes; they are powerful illustrations of the book's core principles in action. The heart of "Creating with Spirit" lies in its practical and immediately applicable third section, featuring over 30 thoughtfully curated creative activities for self-care. These simple yet profound exercises, cultivated from Sandra's years of experience leading workshops and practicing self-care, require minimal time and no prior artistic expertise. Whether you have a few minutes or a couple of hours, these guided and beautifully illustrated activities offer a direct route to feeling more grounded, focused, clear-minded, and deeply connected to your authentic self. "Creating with Spirit" is an invitation for anyone, regardless of their background or perceived artistic ability, to discover the profound benefits of creative engagement. It's a guide to finding moments of calm amidst the chaos, gaining clarity in times of uncertainty, and cultivating a stronger sense of self through simple, accessible, and time-tested creative practices. Let Sandra Sabene be your guide on this transformative journey to unlock your inner sanctuary and discover the profound power of creating with spirit.

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Sandra Sabene, the author of Creating with Spirit: Explore the Power in Creative Self-Care, is a visionary artist, educator, and dedicated community builder driven by a profound belief in the transformative power of creative expression as a fundamental pathway to healing and meaningful human connection. As the Executive Director/Founder of Liverpool Art Center (Est. 20020 and Founder of Creative Rhythms Events: Expressive Arts and Rhythm Facilitator Training (trademarked in 2017), Sandra has passionately dedicated over three decades to cultivating, nurturing, and inspiring environments where the human spirit can flourish through the boundless realm of artistic engagement. Her journey, shared with remarkable honesty and insightful reflection in "Creating with Spirit," unveils her personal discovery of creative engagement as an accessible sanctuary and a potent catalyst for healing while navigating the complexities of profound trauma, significant loss, and intricate family dynamics. This deeply personal understanding ignited a lifelong commitment to sharing these transformative pathways with others, leading her to establish welcoming spaces and develop effective methodologies that empower individuals to connect more deeply with their inner selves and build stronger, more authentic connections within their communities. Sandra's community art studio at Liverpool Art Center offers a welcoming space that opens its doors to individuals spanning all ages and walks of life, inviting them to explore the enriching world of artistic expression. Under Sandra's thoughtful and empowering leadership, the center has evolved into a nurturing ground not only for artistic skill development but also for fostering a profound sense of belonging and the powerful experience of shared creative exploration. Her signature programs, including the mindfully engaging Meditative Painting (a practice she pioneered in 2004) and the dynamically unifying Creative Rhythms(TM) (established in 2007), have touched the lives of thousands, offering accessible and deeply impactful avenues for personal self-discovery, healthy emotional expression, and a profound sense of enhanced well-being. These carefully crafted programs are deeply rooted in Sandra's extensive personal journey and her nuanced understanding of the intrinsic interconnectedness between creativity, the process of healing, and the vital importance of community connection. Sandra is a sought-after and engaging motivational speaker, sharing her powerful personal narrative and insightful perspectives with diverse audiences navigating the often-challenging terrain of mental health and the courageous journey of recovery and healing. Her expertise in the field is further validated and amplified by the comprehensive and highly regarded Creative Rhythms Facilitator Training Certification program that she meticulously developed and continues to passionately lead. This intuitively designed training empowers numerous individuals to confidently guide their own creative wellness initiatives, extending Sandra's impactful vision to a wider audience, supported by thoughtfully created training manuals and accessible online learning platforms. In 2018, Sandra's TEDx talk, "The Art of Letting Go," offered a poignant demonstration of the cathartic power of collective creative expression. Sandra has presented her impactful programs at numerous regional and national conferences, including the NYS Recovery Conference and the NADAAC National Recovery Conference, solidifying her position as a respected thought leader in the field of creative wellness and its integration with healing practices. "Creating with Spirit" is the deeply personal yet universally resonant culmination of Sandra's extensive life's work, offering readers a practical, inspiring, and heartfelt guide to harnessing their own innate creative power for profound self-care, meaningful connection, and the rediscovery of joy.