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Mandalas for our well-being:

What is a mandala?

Mandala is a Sanskrit word meaning circle, and in a broader sense, it refers to our circle of relationships, our universe…
They can be made from colored sand by Tibetan Buddhist monks, following an ancient tradition. They are then offered as a tribute to the Buddhas and the Universe. The most well-known of them is the Kalachakra mandala.
They can also be painted or sculpted, and some are depicted in three dimensions. They serve as meditation aids.

Zen and anti-stress mandalas

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

Different types of mandalas

There are different forms of mandalas, distinguished by their shapes, materials, and what they represent. Some mandalas are meditation aids and designed in strict religious tradition, while others are simply artistic representations.
There are sand mandalas (Tibetan Buddhists), mandalas on paper for drawing and coloring, mandalas on canvas for painting, crystal mandalas on fabric, wood, metal…
It is even 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 multiple functions. They help relieve stress, let go by aiding concentration and refocusing. They have a harmonizing effect on places and people. They also provide a pleasant pastime that can keep children occupied and focused. In other cases, they serve as meditation aids, and if they are religious mandalas, they can be offered as tributes to the deities.

What are the effects of mandalas?

Mandalas have beneficial effects on individuals, providing them with physical and mental well-being and helping them release heavy and disruptive emotions. They harmonize places and individuals, bringing about an energy of peace.

What are the main themes of mandalas?

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

Mandala and sacred geometry

Some mandalas reproduce figures of sacred geometry like the flower of life, 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 encounter mandalas in many places in our daily lives as they become increasingly prevalent. People are increasingly in search of well-being.
In fact, mandalas can be found on various supports such as clothing (t-shirts, sneakers, sweatshirts…), home textiles (quilts, rugs, cushions, wall hangings), posters or paintings, accessories like bags, bottles, cards, notebooks, stickers, tattoos, and even jewelry.