That the image is changing as it fades, makes this form of meditation especially beneficial for sufferers of anxiety, ADHD and meditation beginners, compared to having to sit for 10 minutes just focusing on the breath. Physical stillness and surrounding silence can be extremely disconcerting for most people, let alone for those who have a medical difficulty calming their mind and/or body.

Alternatively I prefer to take the image in for a couple of breaths and then close my eyes keeping the image in my mind. If I get distracted or the image disappears from my mind, I open them again and repeat. In fact whether distracted or not, I periodically open my eyes for a breath to take in the changing image. Usually as parts of it are disappearing it becomes even more beautiful and interesting. Push away any memories or thoughts it may bring up and just keep taking in the painting without any judgment or opinion. Charlie holds the highest yoga qualifications as an ERYT500 (Experienced Registered Yoga Teacher), RCYT (Registered Children´s Yoga Teacher), RPYT (Registered Prenatal Yoga Teacher) and YCEP (Yoga Continued Education Provider) with the Yoga Alliance, and has developed Indiv Yoga™ to bring a more physiological, therapeutic and individual approach to yoga. Indiv Yoga™ Switzerland is a RYS (registered yoga school) and RCYS (registered children’s yoga school) providing Yoga Alliance teacher training certifications of the highest professional standards. Searching online for some different mindfulness or meditation tools I could use with my clients with ADHD, Autism and special needs, I ended up coming across something that is now one of my own TOP 3 meditation techniques (watch the VIDEO of me using it below, but excuse my rubbish art!) The board is not limited to 1 drawing per go, so feel free to keep repeating the meditation technique below, taking into consideration that drawings tend to take about 10-13 minutes to completely fade.

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Take a couple of long, deep, conscious breaths and set the mood for clearing your mind of distractions, and concentrating on the present. It should go without saying that no phones etc should be switched on… Originally from London and having worked in New York and Lisbon after her Psychology degree, she has since settled in Switzerland with her husband, and dedicated her life to expanding her knowledge of the science of yoga, mindful meditation and better physical and mental health. Dip the BB brush into the water and start to paint on the board. Don’t paint too fast but also not too slow! You’ll understand how much water to use, and your pace, once you’ve done your first few strokes. Set up your BB and either pour plain water in the dispenser provided on into a separate container (I used a shot glass)

Let it all Go: There is no need to worry about the finished picture because this Zen focused board will always reset itself, as your art fades away with your stress. All ages can enjoy and learn from the experience of water drawing without permanence. This art board drawing tablet for kids & adults is a one-of-a-kind unique gift for artists that keeps on giving.Keeping your body relaxed, spine upright and chest open, take 3 long deep breaths as you take in your BB painting, and really concentrate on it.

Find a place to set up your Buddha Board where there is as little distractions around you as possible (if you can’t get away from noises, you can play some relaxing spa music to help you stay calm and focused). Other than soft music, this whole meditation process should be done in SILENCE. With children – you can extend this exercise by asking them to re-draw the image from memory on a piece of paper, once it has fully faded from the Buddha Board. Uncover Your Truth: This is the Original Buddha Board; It is inspired by the Zen idea of living in the moment. This water board painting set uses only water and our classic drawing board as you create beautiful works of art, that fade away, as it dries. Using a Buddha Board kit will help you achieve mindfulness. The mind is everything, what you think you become. The one shown in this photo her and my video, is the ENSO, which folds easily for me to travel from client to workshop etc. It is extremely light, compact, and I haven’t had to clean or maintain it in any way as the flip cover keeps it safe.The entire kit is built to last. With normal use and care, it should give you many years of enjoyment. Suitable for ages 5 and up. Instant Stress Relief: As you paint & doodle on Buddha Board, your stress will melt away. You’ll feel tranquil & relaxed, with a clearer, calmer mind. Perfect meditation aid. (Plus, it’s lots of fun.)

Once you have finished painting (in under a minute so that part of your design doesn’t start to fade before you’ve even finished it), cap your brush and put it to the side.More importantly it is a really wonderful way for adults and children to meditate. The video below is a time-lapse of what was 12 minutes of meditation, but it felt like 4 minutes! It makes even children with extreme ADHD calmer and more focused. Their heart beat and breath slow down and they find it easier to concentrate and control their impulses after. For children with special needs that affect their fine and gross motor skills, this form of art therapy can be very helpful. And of course there’s no space for competition or comparisons when doing this activity in a group as the point of the Buddha Board is obviously not about how good you are at art!