Healing Through Art: Bhavana Gesota's Journey to Wellness
Healing, for me, is coming back or returning to a state of innocence and joy. Maybe the form sculpting it doesn't matter. This is where I find my healing, and so, for me, art and healing are very, very interlinked.
Have you ever wondered how art can be a pathway to healing? In this episode of 'A Quest for Well-Being', Valeria Teles chats with Bhavana Gesota, the author of 'My 12 Moon Journal: A Guided Journal for Creative Self-Exploration'. Bhavana's story is a compelling one. An unexpected health crisis in 2016 led her to leave a successful career in technology and embark on a journey of self-discovery and healing.
Diagnosed with Hashimoto’s, she moved to a small village in Peru, seeking to heal her mind, body, and soul. Bhavana shares how she turned to painting and writing as ways to express her inner self. She describes her healing process as 'returning to a state of innocence and joy', emphasizing that the form of creative expression doesn't matter as much as the act itself.
Through her art, Bhavana found a way to connect deeply with herself and address her inner struggles. The episode dives into the importance of self-reflection and embracing all aspects of oneself, both light and dark. Bhavana encourages listeners to take time for self-expression, whether through writing, drawing, or any other form of creativity. She believes that these practices can lead to profound self-discovery and healing.
Additionally, the conversation touches on the impact of our travel choices on the environment and local communities, urging us to make conscious decisions. This episode is a heartfelt exploration of how creativity can be a powerful tool for healing and self-awareness.