Publisher's Synopsis
Originally released in 1980, The Creative Journal has become a classic in the fields of art therapy, journal therapy, memoir and creative writing, art journaling and creativity development. Over fifty journal prompts feature drawing and writing to release feelings, explore dreams, do creative problem-solving and gain insights. Topics include emotional expression,healing the past, exploring relationships, self-inventory, health, relationships, life goals health and more. In The Creative Journal Dr.Capacchione first introduced her ground-breaking technique of writing with the non-dominant hand for brain balancing, accessing the InnerChild, finding innate wisdom and developing creative potential.
The prompts are illustrated with vibrant, inspiring examples of student and client work. The Creative Journal has been used as a text in college courses in psychology, art therapy and creative writing. It has proven useful for novice and veteran journal-keepers, group leaders, counsellors and teachers. The Creative Journal method has been used in public schools (K-12), counselling centers, recovery programs, prisons, cancer support groups, spiritual retreats and workshops for veterans and active military. Through doodles, scribbles, written inner dialogues and letters, people of all ages have discovered vast inner resources.
The prompts help Creative Journal-keepers:
Relax and play freely with art media and words
Release pent-up emotions without self-criticism
Explore writing and poetry through personal imagery
Decode dreams and learn the language of symbols
Turn challenges into wise counsel from within
Gain deep insights and self-acceptance
Dissolve creative blocks and get out of ruts in all areas of life
Identify needed changes and set them into motion
Enrich relationships through deeper understanding of self and others
Listen to one's true heart's desire and follow its lead
Uncover creative potential in work and leisure
Get in touch with one's deepest Inner Self
