Art-making and imagination can provide a powerful tool to dream of a better future and envision a world that is more equitable, compassionate and liberating — a place for both collective and personal catharsis. Our relaxing and meditative art practice, including painting, journalling, collaging, poetry writing, mixed media and sculpting, invites free-flowing movements and rhythms to reconnect with our senses, embodied selves and surroundings.

Rooted in ancient traditions, meditation is the practice of conscious awareness, with techniques varying across religions and schools of thought. We apply short meditations to compliment our holistic practices, including techniques like: body scanning, visualisation, object concentration, loving-kindness, receptive listening, inner alchemy and more. The goal of meditation varies across belief systems, although it is often practiced to realise, improve, transcend or liberate the self.

Somatics invites us to reconnect with the wisdom of our bodies. Using gentle movements, somatic practices can awaken our embodied senses and cultivate a greater sense of self-awareness. By listening to the subtle signals of our bodies, we can tune into the tension, stress, and tiredness we hold. Somatics encourages us to inhabit our bodies fully, helping us to foster a sense of grounding and presence.

Neuroaesthetics is the study of how the arts impacts our brains and bodies. It examines the connection between the physical and emotional responses we have to art, and explores the underlying neural mechanisms that causes these responses. Although a relatively new area of study, neuroaesthetics is rapidly growing field helping us to better appreciate the value of art in ourselves and wider society.

Instrumental soundscapes are an integral part to the Arcana platform, inviting movement and synchronicity into practices. This is based on the idea of entrainment, where the body's natural frequencies — like your heart rate or brain waves — begin to match the external rhythms of the sound. The melodies and rhythms provide a non-verbal cue, suggesting when to slow down, when to expand, and when to find stillness. It's about letting the sound become a partner in your self-discovery, rather than just something you hear.

Mindfulness is a 21st century interpretation of meditation, inspired primarily by Buddhist principles. The practice is about observing the present moment with curiosity and kindness, without judgement. It can be integrated into any moment of our day, from the simple act of breathing to the interactions of our relationships. Some research suggests that mindfulness may contribute to lower blood pressure, improve heart rate variability, and potentially support immune function by reducing chronic stress.