Wind Chime Creation
Materials Needed
Feeling
Jealous
How to Do It
Create a wind chime using found objects, such as pieces of metal, shells, or glass. As you assemble the chime, focus on each object representing an aspect of your jealousy. Once the chime is complete, hang it in a place where it can catch the wind. Each time the chime sounds, imagine it dispersing your jealousy into the air, replacing it with harmony and calm.
Why It Works
The act of creating something from jealousy, combined with the gentle, soothing sound of wind chimes, transforms the emotion into a source of peace. Each time the wind chime rings, it reinforces the idea of release and the calming of turbulent emotions.
Guided Practice
Sit comfortably with materials for making a wind chime—such as strings, small objects, and a base. Close your eyes and take a few deep breaths, feeling the objects in your hands. Notice any sensations in your fingers—perhaps a curiosity or a desire to create. Allow yourself to be present with these feelings, without needing to start creating just yet.
Continue sitting comfortably, as you now deepen your focus with a few more breaths. Think of a recent experience where you felt jealousy or envy allow this feeling to come into your awareness, noticing how it feels in your body—perhaps a tightness in your chest, a heaviness in your stomach, or a sensation in your throat.
As you begin assembling your wind chime, imagine each piece represents a different aspect of the jealousy you’re feeling. Perhaps a rough stone represents an uncomfortable memory, a piece of wood symbolizes a belief you hold, or a metal charm embodies a fear. Notice how these materials feel in your hands—smooth, rough, light, heavy—and how their textures connect to your emotions.
As you continue crafting, visualize this wind chime as a way to transform jealousy into something beautiful. Imagine the wind blowing through the chime, creating sounds that represent a release of tension or a change in perspective. Notice how this feels in your body—perhaps a lightening, a softening, or a sense of release. Allow yourself to explore any insights or realizations that arise as you work with the materials and the feelings they represent.
When you feel ready, hang the wind chime in a place where it can catch the wind. Take a few more deep breaths, listening to the sound it makes. Notice how your body feels now—whether there is a sense of relief, calm, or perhaps a new understanding of your emotions. Allow yourself to stay with this feeling for a few more moments, enjoying the transformation of jealousy into art. When you are ready, gently open your eyes, carrying this sense of creative release with you into your day.