The Shadow Seekers’ Dispatch, Ed. 2
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Using Art to Set Intentions for the New Year
The New Year is a powerful time for reflection and setting intentions. But how do you decide what you truly need or want? Here’s a secret: your subconscious and unconscious minds already know the answers—they just need you to listen.
Subconscious vs. Unconscious: What’s the Difference?
The subconscious mind stores memories, beliefs, and learned behaviors you’re not actively thinking about but can access easily when needed.
The unconscious mind, on the other hand, goes deeper. It contains repressed memories, instincts, and hidden thoughts that remain entirely outside your awareness.
For simplicity, I’ll refer to both as the “subconscious” in this article.
Your subconscious has insights your conscious mind (that darn ego!) often shuts out. It works in images rather than words, which is why art is such a powerful tool for bringing those hidden truths to light.
How to Set Intentions for the New Year with Art
Here are three creative exercises to help you set intentions for the new year by following your subconscious mind’s suggestions to guide you toward what you need, how you want to feel, and the good energy you want to invite into your life. Follow these easy suggestions to set intentions for the New Year and be a more authentic you by this time next year.
1. What Do You Need?
Gather some art supplies (pens, markers, paints—whatever feels right). Without overthinking, create an abstract piece that represents what your subconscious believes you need in the coming year.
Let your intuition guide you as you select colors, shapes, and patterns. If you feel like you need green, add green even when your busy-body conscious mind says “yuck!” Not sparkly enough? Grab confetti or aluminum foil. Don’t ask questions, just get in the flow.
2. Draw the Feelings You Want to Experience
- Think about the emotions you want to feel this year—peace, joy, empowerment, etc.
- Using shapes, textures, or colors, create an artwork that embodies those feelings.
- Display your creation somewhere you’ll see it often as a reminder of the energy you’re cultivating.
3. Create a Symbol for Good Energy
Design a simple symbol that represents only good feelings and experiences for the New Year. You can draw it, sculpt it, or even make it into a charm to carry with you.
Let this symbol be a visual anchor for your positive intentions.
By using art to connect with your subconscious, you can set intentions that align with your truest needs and desires. Creativity lets you bypass the ego, giving you direct access to the deeper wisdom within.
Explore Further
Want to explore this concept further? Visit my blog to learn how to decode the messages your subconscious reveals through art.
➡️ Learn more: How Your Subconscious Speaks Through Art
Here’s to a year of meaningful intentions and creative growth!
A Healing Art Doll for Emotional Balance
Absynthe
Offers Emotional Balance, Protection, and Clarity
Absynthe is a You-Do-You Voodoo™ healing art doll uniquely designed to provide courage and guide survivors of trauma through emotional healing and self-discovery. She brings clarity, protection, and peace with her symbolic design, blue tiger’s eye, selenite, cloves and camphor essential oil.
Semi-Precious Gemstones for Vibrance and Vitality
Boost Your Energy Naturally
Do you love rocks as much as I do? I can’t resist carrying semi-precious gemstones in my pocket—and you might feel the same! You don’t have to keep them on you, but I highly recommend it. These little beauties are perfect for boosting your energy, especially during the whirlwind of holiday prep. (Relaxation can wait—right now, it’s all about staying energized!)
Fire Agate
Fire agate is known for enhancing physical energy and it is fuel for the inspiration that helps you get things done in the most efficient way possible.
Sunstone
Sunstone is a gemstone of vitality and freedom. It boosts confidence, helps break self-imposed limitations, and encourages you to embrace your authentic self with energy and purpose.
From the
Shadow Seekers’ Journal
How to Interpret Artwork for Self-Discovery
Unlock your secrets: Explore how symbols, colors, and patterns in anyone’s art can guide your self-discovery and emotional growth.
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Turning Pain into Art
Discover practical steps for turning pain into growth, resilience, and self-discovery through creative expression.
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A Good News Share
Guess what? There is only one type of item available in the shop: The custom You-Do-You Voodoo™ art doll. Why, you ask? Because Balefire and Brew, a metaphysical store in the Tippecanoe Mall (Lafayette, IN), took all of them in! I am so grateful for Cella’s enthusiasm for my dolls.
Custom You-Do-You Voodoo™ Art Dolls
There will be more sizes offered in the store soon, but you can always fill out the order form so we can get started on exactly the little spirit you need.
That’s All I Can Think of for Now!
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Love, Light and Laughter,
Kellie Jo Close
Artist & Author
Transforms Shadows into Light
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