Use the visual journal for wisdom & insight
Break out of your routine patterns of mental and emotional processing by opening up creative pathways for your journey of self-discovery.
Why a visual journal?
Reading, writing, and even contemplative meditation rely on certain brain patterns to process information. When we invite in a more creative process (divergent thinking), we open up to parts of our subconscious that may lie deeply buried. We begin to see new connections and insights that help us live more satisfying, richer lives.
Dharma Art Journal offers us an innovative way to better understand the universal truths found in the Buddha's teachings, adapted for our modern lives. These truths offer insight and transformation to all, and are helpful to everyone regardless of your spiritual or religious affiliation.
Meets each month on the 3rd Friday at 2:00 p.m. Central for guided, community practice.
Single Course Library
Working with the Dhammapada
In this guided video, you’ll create a journal spread from a single Dhammapada verse with simple layers of color, collage, and reflection—moving from darkness to light, confusion to insight.
Coming soon: Interdependence
Explore numerous threads of connection for a stronger sense of unity with the earth and all living beings.
Coming soon: Focus on what matters
Based on the teaching, "The Finger is not the Moon", this practice helps you identify your personal distractions and barriers to freedom.
You are in good company
In the beginning, I didn’t know what mindfulness art or mindful journaling was about. Quickly, I was greatly relieved that the focus wasn’t about being an artist or knowing how to use art materials. I found the process to be a mix of experimenting with art materials, discovering an intention through a meditation and/or inquiry questions. I discover new insights, feel relief from anxiety and thoughts, feel recharged, and more grounded.
Ruth Cooper
Awareness Seeker
I had the privilege of experiencing the profound instruction provided by Pam Hausner during a particularly challenging period in my life. At a time when I was seeking self-reflection and guidance, Pam's unique approach fostered an environment of deep reflection and personal growth, offering valuable insights and practical techniques that have enriched my understanding and practice of Dharma.
Andrew Holmquest
Gallery/Event space owner, Registered Nurse
Do you want live, in-person group practice?
Visual journaling can be done in group settings. The energy of the "sangha" experience offers a wonderful dynamic to the process.
If you would like on-site classes, please contact me.
New insights and deeper growth through the visual journal.