Resources to inspire, equip, and encourage gentle rebels, deep thinkers, and highly sensitive people
Creative Practice
Welcome to the Haven Library Creative Practice Archive
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Creativity is an ideal way to explore who we are, process life's happenings, and express ourselves in meaningful ways. Here are some articles, discussions, and resources (including prompts) to help you start, maintain, or pivot your creative practice. Whether or not you consider yourself a creative person, I hope you will find support, encouragement, and inspiration to bring your innate creative spirit out to play.
Let’s Leave It There | Kota
We leave things in many places for a variety of reasons. The questions we explored in our Kota this week were: what is being left,…
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A Blimp from the Blue: Using The Kishōtenketsu Story Structure as an Antidote to the Hero’s Journey (with Kendra Patterson)
The hero’s journey underpins a lot of storytelling. But is it all we have? No. Kishōtenketsu is the antidote to its toxicity.
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Creative Ways To Start and Maintain a Journal Practice (With Mandy Thompson)
Many people describe their journaling practice as a keystone ritual in life. But what’s the point of it? Is it worth it? What are the…
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I Closed The Door Behind Me [Creative Prompt]
Here’s a prompt to get our creative juices flowing…“I Closed The Door Behind Me”. We might explore this phrase from different angles. Questions For Journaling…
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The Money Changed Everything [Creative Prompt]
Here’s a prompt to get our creative juices flowing…“The money changed everything”. These phrases can give rise to unexpected playfulness. But they can also lead…
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You’re in a Hole, You’re Not Alone [Creative Prompt]
Here’s a prompt to get your creative juices flowing…“I’m in a hole, I’m not alone”. What comes to mind when you hear the phrase? Where…
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Getting Lost Might Make It Beautiful | A Letter To Francis
I was on a route we had walked previously with the dogs, so I was confident I could remember where to go. Could I? No. I missed a turn.
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Saying The Quiet Part Out Loud: The Power of Audio Journalling For HSP’s
A written journal is an excellent practice for recording, processing, and expressing thoughts. It can help untangle feelings and wipe clear out the mind with…
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How Creative Practices Can Help You Explore Your Highly Sensitive Nervous System
So, you’ve figured out you’re a highly sensitive person…what do you do next? If you’re looking for a foothold as you explore and reshape life…
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What is a Gentle Rebel?
Gentleness is an act of rebellion in a hostile world. But what does it mean to be a “gentle rebel”?
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