OCTOBER / ARTOBER Creative Listening Practice

When we enter a creative process or practice, we slow down and learn to listen more deeply.
For those of you who would like a daily way to listen throughout this month, here is my offering:

Start by cutting the provided template into small squares—one for each day in October. 

  1. Choose: Each day, select one square at random.

  2. Create: Glue the square onto a small sheet of paper or into your journal. You may explore them individually, or gather a few on the same page.

  3. Timer: Use a timer for 5–10 minutes.

  4. Draw, Doodle, Explore: Use the lines on the square as a starting point. Add, subtract, layer, use pencil or color—follow your intuition.

  5. Complete: When the timer ends, stop.

  6. Reflect and listen: Notice what arises—insights, feelings, sensations. Jot down a few notes if you wish.

Most importantly: Enjoy. Find pleasure in creative contemplation.