Changes
Art Prompt: Think about a recent change in your life that shifted the way you think, feel, or show up in the world. Create an image that captures what that change has meant to you and how it has shaped you.
Materials: Watercolor and pen
My Art Response
For this piece, I used watercolor to represent how change can feel unpredictable, spreading in ways you do not always expect or control. Some areas blended softly, while others dried with more intensity, which mirrored the mixed emotions that often come with adjusting to something new. Using pen afterward helped me notice the small details that still feel unsettled or meaningful. The process reminded me that even changes we did not ask for can teach us something about our strength, our needs, or our priorities. Creating this image helped me slow down and acknowledge how I have been affected, without rushing to make it neat or certain.
Journal Prompts
How has this change altered the way you see yourself or what you believe you are capable of?
What emotions show up when you think about this change, and what do those emotions seem to be protecting or communicating?
What did you have to leave behind because of this change, and what space has been created for something new?
What have you learned about your coping style from the way you handled this situation?
How would you support a friend who was adjusting to the same kind of change, and what can that teach you about supporting yourself?
Disclaimer: The prompts and reflections shared here are intended for personal exploration and creative expression. They are not a substitute for therapy or professional mental health support. For the best use, explore these directives alongside your therapeutic work. If you are in crisis or feel unsafe, please call 911 or go to your nearest emergency room. Tips for artmaking can be found on the main page of this blog.
