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Mandalas for our well-being:

What is a mandala?

A mandala is a Sanskrit word meaning circle, and in a broader sense, it represents our circle of relationships, our universe… They can be elaborately created with colored sand by Tibetan Buddhist monks, according to an ancient tradition. They are used as offerings to the Buddhas and the Universe. The most famous of them is the Kalachakra mandala. They can also be painted or sculpted, with some represented in three dimensions. They serve as support for meditation.

Zen and anti-stress mandalas

Zen and anti-stress mandalas, as they are known and used in the West, are geometric forms or representations of flowers, animals… Drawing and coloring a mandala is a way to release stress and refocus. This practice is suitable for both children and adults.

What are the different types of mandalas?

There are different forms of mandalas. They are distinguished by their shapes, materials, and what they represent. Some mandalas are used as meditation aids and are designed in the purest religious tradition. Others are simply artistic representations. There are sand mandalas (Tibetan Buddhists), mandalas on paper to draw and color, mandalas on canvas to paint, crystal mandalas on fabric, wood, metal… It is possible to create a mandala directly on the ground or on sand… Everyone can create their own mandala or use ready-made supports, such as coloring books…

What is the purpose of a mandala?

Mandalas have different functions. They help release stress, let go by aiding concentration and refocusing. They have a harmonizing effect on places and people. They are also a pleasant pastime that keeps children occupied and focused. In other cases, they serve as meditation aids and if they are religious mandalas, they can be used as offerings to deities.

What are the effects of mandalas?

They have beneficial effects on individuals, bringing physical and mental well-being and helping to release heavy and disturbing emotions. They contribute to the harmonization of places and people, providing an energy of peace.

What are the main themes of mandalas?

The themes are very diverse and are identified by style and symbol or object. There are mandalas on themes such as bohemian, hippie, Indian; some are illustrations of real wild or domestic animals like cats, horses, dogs, lions, deer, birds, fish, turtles… Others represent imaginary animals like unicorns or dragons. There are also mandalas featuring Disney or Star Wars characters. Lastly, many mandalas depict flowers or geometric figures.

Mandala and sacred geometry:

Some mandalas reproduce sacred geometry figures such as the flower of life, the Platonic solids, Metatron’s cube… This adds a spiritual dimension to the artwork, making it a powerful symbol of protection.

Where can you find mandalas?

You can find mandalas everywhere around you in your daily life because they are becoming increasingly popular as people are increasingly seeking well-being. You can discover them not only in your yoga studio or favorite hippie shop, but also on various supports such as clothing (t-shirts, sneakers, sweatshirts…), home textiles (duvets, rugs, cushions, wall hangings), posters or paintings, accessories like bags, bottles, cards, notebooks, stickers, tattoos or even jewelry.