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What is a Mandala?

A MIRROR OF LIFE'S NATURAL RHYTHM AND A PATHWAY INWARD

Mandala is Sanskrit for ‘magic circle’ and is a geometrical design developed over 2000 years ago as a symbol of Hindu and Buddhist cultures.

They represent wholeness of a values and beliefs system, and also wholenss of self. The best known ones are:

Teaching Mandala

Represents different aspects of a philosophical or religious belief system.

Sand Mandala

Represents the impermanence of life. They are destroyed after they are made.

Healing Mandala

Is intuitive and made for meditational purposes. They are intended to evoke feelings of calm and help achieve a sense of focus and wholeness.

A Universal Symbol

The geometrical circle is found in every corner of the universe, from the grand celestial bodies like the earth, sun, and moon to the most intricate particles of matter.

This shape embodies the essence of wholeness and connection, reflecting the fundamental ways the universe operates.

Circles in Nature

In nature, the circle is the foundation of all forms, from cells to the atomic patterns that form the elements. The universe itself is built around centres, from atoms revolving around their nucleus to planets orbiting stars.

This central point is essential, a source from which everything else emerges, driving both material realities and spiritual concepts.

Circle and Cycles

Circles are not only shapes but cycles: the rhythm of day and night, the seasons, our breath and the lifecycle of all living beings.

These patterns remind us that everything is interconnected, repeating in cycles and flowing in circles.

From the weather systems to cultural rituals and personal growth, our lives are deeply embedded within circular patterns.

Circle and Wholeness

By understanding the Mandala's concept of wholeness, we can gain new perspectives on our connection to the world around us.

It invites us to seek our true centre, understand our purpose, and recognise that we are all part of a larger, harmonious universe with a deep-seated need to belong and to feel heard.

Ancient Origins and Traditions

The mandala appears in almost every culture in the world.

In Hindu and Buddhist traditions, it is used as a tool for meditation and focus.
In Indigenous cultures, circular symbols express harmony with the land and the cycles of life.
In the Sámi tradition, sun symbols speak of connection to seasons, nature, and continuity.

Across time and geography, humans have returned to the mandala because the circle feels familiar — steady, grounding and universal.

Despite different interpretations, one idea is shared: that the mandala represents the relationship between the outer world and the inner one.

Healing Mandala and Inner Self

It was the Swiss psychologist Carl Jung who brought the Healing concept of the Mandala to the West. He observed that people often draw circular designs, especially in times of stress as if instinctively seeking balance and wholeness.

Jung saw the Mandala as a symbol of the Self, the centre of integration where conscious and unconscious meet.

The process of painting a Mandala becomes a way to externalise inner states, make sense of emotional complexity and to re-centre the psyche.

It is a non-verbal form of self-exploration that can gently reveal emotions, reduce mental clutter, and help us reconnect with our inner centre.

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Why Mandalas Matter Today

In a world full of noise and uncertainty, Mandalas offer structure and calm.
Their symmetry steadies attention, while the creative process helps the mind settle.
They instil a sense of calm, clarity and focus in an otherwise busy life.

A Transformative Painting Session

The Mandala session is not about painting a beautiful piece of art - although it usually ends up on the wall at home or in the office — but is a living experience. In the sessions you’re invited to:

work with curiousity and openness
leave behind perfectionism and judgment
let creativity flow naturally, where nothing is right or wrong
explore your inner feelings and stories through shape, colour and form

When you paint a mandala, you’re not only creating an image, you’re mapping a part of your inner world.

The result is not just a beautiful picture. It is a personal symbol and a visual anchor that carries meaning, clarity and balance. It becomes a reflection of where you are and a compass for where you are going. So by painting a Mandala you . . .