Graphic by Blythe Spindler-Richardson

In this workshop we turn the brain inside out and upside down to explore proven techniques for neuroplasticity (creating new grey matter). We’ll use movement and voice, breath and meditation and find the hidden creative potential in our non-dominant brains through drawing and writing.

This is a fun and informative course with techniques applicable to:

• People working with children

• People working with seniors

• Those healing from trauma

• Personal growth

• Increase self understanding and reclaim child-like creativity

Beth and Kevin have been discussing this work for years and are delighted to be offering it to you for opening new ways to a healthier brain and regulated nervous system.

Graphic by Kevin Richardson

Part 1: New Pathways Through Movement, Breath, and Sound

In Beth's sections of the course we'll look at the science behind using the body to impact the overall health of the brain and nervous system. Recent research has found that we can't learn when our nervous system is stressed or in fear. We'll look at ways to help our learning exponentially with accessible techniques for a variety of settings.

We'll explore:

• Brain/body games for all 

• Easy panic and stress reduction

• Using the voice to soothe and heal

• Eye, neck and facial neural release

Part 2: Introduction to Whole Brain Creativity/Expression

The intention of this course is to introduce the idea of focusing one’s awareness through the practices of visual art in order to encourage self discovery and personal creative expression engaging the whole brain and body on paper using everyday materials and then applying these skills into life.

Students will learn:

• Focused whole brain drawing and writing

• Techniques for self discovery

• Practices to reawaken your child-like creativity

• Skills that can transfer to improve your everyday life