Nature Tonic

by Jocelyn de Kwant

Published 10 September 2019
'In her book Nature Tonic, journalist and regular Flow contributor Jocelyn de Kwant encourages us to soothe our urbanized souls with a daily dose of ecotherapy. Comprising 365 practical prompts and lengthier meditative notes, it covers themes such as the joy of journaling sensory nature, the zen of forest bathing, the simple pleasures of botanical drawing, and ways to contemplate seasons, time and reconnect with Mother Nature, be you in a city street or a country meadow.'FLOW Magazine, 2019
 
‘This beautifully illustrated workbook is filled with 365 creative prompts to embrace nature’s simple pleasures, encouraging a happier, more thoughtful approach to everyday life.’ - Country Homes, 2020


Nature Tonic is a beautiful write-in workbook to help you mindfully connect with nature, wherever you are.
 
We all know how important a daily dose of nature is to our wellbeing, and here are 365 simple, inspiring activities to bring you closer to the natural wonders of our world. Take a mindful moment to notice the birds in your backyard, doodle spirals inspired by nature, write about your favourite forest walk or paint an imaginary flower. Build a twig tower with your kids, design your dream garden, draw the insects you see around you or look at the night sky and let your thoughts wander.
 
Jocelyn De Kwant, author of the bestselling Creative Flow, combines creative ideas, mindful awareness and an appreciation of simple living to share the joy of nature in 365 easy ways.
 
A beautiful, practical journal for a nature moment every day.

Creative Flow

by Jocelyn de Kwant

Published 15 February 2018
'A lovely invitation to embrace a beginner's mind again - to experience the wonder of doing things for the first time with mindfulness, focus and joy. This lovely workbook is an ideal gift for creative friends, too.' -Psychologies

'Creative Flow is a mindful workbook to treasure, encouraging the use of focused creativity to cultivate everyday beautiful awareness. Exploring meaningful ways we can appreciate each of life’s precious moments, this loving-illustrated enchanting guide helps us to notice and note, embrace play and focus again on breathing and simply being.' - Soul & Spirit

'A book which combines the creative spirit from one of our favorite authors, Jocelyn de Kwant, with illustrations from one of our favorite illustrators, Sanny van Loon... how beautiful life can be!' - Irene Smit & Astrid van der Hulst (editor-in-chiefs and founders of Flow magazine). 


Discover the joy of a little creative activity every day!
 
Creative Flow is a mindful work-in journal with 365 simple prompts to encourage us all to spend a few minutes each day engaging with our creative impulses; a few minutes away from the stresses of the world to notice and appreciate what is around us, and to focus on simple pleasures.

With chapters on nature, the senses, eating, playing and exploring, this book is packed full of ways to draw, write, meditate, observe and imagine, most without having to leave your home.

Work your way through the book day by day, or pick and choose from the huge range of easy exercises in mindful awareness and creativity. Try:
  • meditating to shake up your morning routine
  • doodling 3D objects
  • tasting new food combinations
  • drawing your favourite scent
  • putting on some music and writing what comes to mind

Make this workbook your own and set your imagination free.
 
For more inspiring ideas from author Jocelyn De Kwant, try Nature Tonic. . .