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Category Archives: Design Consciousness

Transforming crisis into consciousness

By Lauralee Alben | Published February 11, 2021

From within the sanctum of inner transformation, the butterfly effect of each blessed one of us is amplifying the sea change in consciousness that is occurring right now. At this nexus of self, crisis, and life, we can use design as both vessel and revelation to evolve a flourishing world. 

Also posted in Evolutionary Potential, Humanity, Poetry, Spirituality, Transformation | | Tagged #ButterflyEffect, #Crisis, #DesignConsciousness | Comments Off on Transforming crisis into consciousness

Design Mastery

By Lauralee Alben | Published June 17, 2019

When I think of teaching graphic design at Ravensbourne, my thoughts often turn to Geoff White. I remember the moment he gave me an exquisite, original woodblock print of a samurai.

Also posted in Creativity, Design, Education, Humanity, Transformation | | Tagged Bushidō Code, Design Warrior, Geoff White, Ravensbourne, Samurai, Swiss Design | Comments Off on Design Mastery

Loving the mystery: Mary Oliver’s legacy

By Lauralee Alben | Published January 22, 2019

I’ve been reflecting deeply on Mary Oliver’s love and mastery of the art of questioning — everything.

Also posted in Design, Humanity, Intention, Nature, Poetry, Spirituality | | Tagged design, Life, Mary Oliver, Mystery, Questions | Comments Off on Loving the mystery: Mary Oliver’s legacy

What’s at risk? | Part 3: In a new light

By Lauralee Alben | Published August 14, 2016

What is it about water that transforms risk into rewarding experiences? At the Blue Mind Summit, Ben Thwaits showed astonishing photographs taken by the at-risk youth who participate in his innovative art and nature-based therapeutic programs at Northwest Passage. This quote by Joanna Macy came to mind: “A heart that breaks open can hold the universe.”

Also posted in Humanity, Nature, Relationship, Transformation, Water Mimicry | | Tagged #100DaysOfBlue, Ben Thwaits, Blue Mind, Northwest Passage, Toben LaFrancois | Comments Off on What’s at risk? | Part 3: In a new light
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