Lanterna Rally

Author: Linda L. Lamme

Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform

Published: 2017-11-06

Total Pages: 130

ISBN-13: 9781978321762

Created with various levels of complexity. this mandala coloring book has a page of thumbnails near the front of the book. Two Copies of Every Image are included in case you want to try a variation or you make a mistake or like to enjoy coloring images a second time or with a friend. A Special Bonus FREE downloadable PDF version of all 30 images is also included. You will have ultimate control over your paper quality with these coloring pages. You can experiment with different color schemes. Then if you change your mind, it's no big deal. For centuries, mandalas have helped those seeking inspiration and peace find balance in their lives. Because the hectic pace of modern living takes its toll on all of us, coloring as a form of active meditation helps calm and center the mind. A mandala is a model for the organizational structure of life itself, from the infinite to the celestial circles of earth, moon and sun to circles of family, friends and community. Both Navajo Indians and Tibetan monks create sand mandalas. A Christian nun in the 12th century, Hildegard von Bingen, created many beautiful mandalas expressing her visions and beliefs and the circular Aztec calendar was not only a religious expression but a timekeeping device as well. You can relax and let your stress melt away while enjoying these lovely mandalas. You'll discover why many people find it is astonishingly fun to sit down and color. When you are looking for a way to unwind, you can let your creativity run wild and stamp out stress at the same time as you concentrate on creating a multitude of masterpieces. Did you know that the act of coloring itself will enable you to increase focus and to think more clearly? A pretty great benefit to be had from such an effortless simple pleasure! A regular coloring practice has been found to promote a general sense of well-being. The part of the brain that controls the "fight or flight" response, the amygdala, where feelings of stress and fear are produced, relaxes when you color. When the fear center of the brain relaxes, the brain is able to get some rest and take a break from worry and stress. When you color, your brain is producing chemicals that make you feel good. Coloring boosts the production of dopamine, the hormone that creates feelings of pleasure. Who knew that you could feel so good by coloring? Not only that, coloring is especially valuable because it forces the two sides of the brain to interact. Left brain logic is necessary as we color forms and right brain creativity comes into play for mixing and matching colors. This helps keep the areas of the brain concerned with vision and fine motor skills active and acts to develop them further. It is this aspect of coloring that many professionals believe can delay, or even prevent, the onset of dementia. For older people, they're especially wonderful for maintaining the essential focusing ability of the brain and exercising those all-important fine motor skills. Need a perfect excuse for partying? Coloring needs only minimal concentration and can easily be done in a group, Due to colorings growing popularity, families, friends and colleagues get together, enjoy some treats to eat and drink, take an opportunity socialize and color up a storm. Makes a Perfect Gift Make that special someone in your life smile. Surprise them and buy two copies. Then enjoy coloring together. Optimism is contagious. So, let each page unleash your inner artist and be a launching pad for the good vibes that come when you come and play with these cheerful images. Sparking one's creativity has always been found to generate good feelings. Who knows, as you radiate this positive energy, you may become a ray of sunshine yourself. To reduce bleed-through, each single-sided image is printed on a black-backed page. My work is dedicated to: THE CREATION OF VITALITY FOR THE SHEER JOY OF BEING CREATIVE in whatever way you love. Life is more fun when you feel great!