Creativity for Calm: Mindfulness Mandalas

In this short session you will learn how to create several different patterns using simple basic shapes and develop these into fabulous highly decorative circular mandalas. A Mandala is an arrangement of concentric circles containing layers of geometric patterns, said to symbolise the spiritual journey, starting from outside to the inner core. Mandalas are used in various spiritual traditions as an aid to meditation. Whatever your beliefs, this simple technique of drawing patterns can be used as a great aid to mindfulness.

You will need some paper, a pen and a printout of the Mandala template, provided in advance of the workshop by the tutor.

The workshop will be conducted via TEAMS so you may find a headset helpful to avoid disturbing colleagues.

Following this free workshop, you will be welcome to take-a -look at the wide range of WEA online courses to continue your learning journey.

Learning at Work Week is a unique annual event. It’s led nationally by Campaign for Learning and locally WEA, UNISON and Sunderland City Council have got together to provide a range of workshops for you to enjoy. The 2024 theme is ‘Learning Power’: ‘Learning is the ultimate tool, providing the opportunity and means to change and enrich our lives through understanding, knowledge and skills, and see the world in a different way.’