The Science of Happiness15 Maj 2025

Happiness Break: How to Awaken Your Creative Energy

Spring Washam guides us on a gentle visualization to help you tap into the joy, wonder, and possibility that creativity brings.

How To Do This Practice:

Settle In: Sit comfortably, close your eyes, and take a few deep breaths to ground yourself in the present moment.
Invite Creativity: Silently welcome the creative energy of the universe, setting the intention to open to inspiration and joy.
Visualize the Light Channel: Imagine a tube of light running from the base of your spine through the crown of your head, connecting you to the sun, stars, and infinite creative source.
Feel the Flow: Picture this light pouring into your body, filling every cell with energy, possibility, and imagination.
Focus on the Heart: Shift your attention to your heart center, letting it glow with passion, and affirm: “My heart is the source of my creativity. I trust it.”
Anchor and Affirm: Feel your body grounded and open, breathe deeply, and declare: “I am ready. I am creative. I am a vessel of joyful expression.”

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This episode is made possible through the generous support of the John Templeton Foundation.

Today’s Happiness Break Guide:

Spring Washam, is a meditation teacher based in Oakland, California. She is also the author of the book, The Spirit of Harriet Tubman: Awakening from the Underground. Learn more about Spring and her new book: https://www.springwasham.com/
Follow Spring on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/springwasham/
Check out Spring’s YouTube channel: https://tinyurl.com/22njyd29

Related Happiness Break episodes:

Sketching Serenity: https://tinyurl.com/mpv3d7ey

Making Space For You: https://tinyurl.com/yk6nfnfv

A Meditation to Inspire a Sense of Purpose: https://tinyurl.com/54uuvh7z

Related Science of Happiness episodes:

Why Going Offline Might Save Us: https://tinyurl.com/e7rhsakj

Are You Following Your Inner Compass: https://tinyurl.com/y2bh8vvj

How Art Heals Us: https://tinyurl.com/yc77fkzu

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