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Jan 11, 2026 14 min

When Old Feelings Take Over

from Art Journaling for Calm & Self-Care Hosted by Barbara Howrey

Sometimes you’re ready to move forward… but an old feeling takes over — and your body tightens, freezes, or goes into overdrive. In this episode, you’ll try a gentle, nervous-system-friendly art journaling practice to help emotion move without overanalyzing or forcing a breakthrough. You’ll be guided through a short grounding meditation and a simple page called Anchor & Release, followed by calming reflection questions to help you feel a little more spacious afterward. What you’ll need: paper/pen/marker, and optional watercolor (or any color you love). Prompt: “What’s asking to move today?” Listen, breathe, and make one small page for release. If you’d like more support, check out my meditative art journal and the Joy of Journaling Circle. ⁠⁠A Garden for the Soul Journal⁠⁠ – My meditative art journal to gently support your creative self-care ⁠⁠The Joy of Journaling Circle⁠⁠ – A nurturing community for art journaling, calm, and creative self-discovery This podcast is here to offer gentle ideas for art journaling and self-care. It’s not therapy and it’s not a replacement for professional support. If you’re having a really hard time, I encourage you to reach out to a licensed therapist, counselor, or medical provider who can walk alongside you. Background music: "Meditation Relaxing Music” by DanaMusic (Pixabay). "Relaxing Music: Beautiful Nature by Tung Lam (Pixabay)

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