JMC: Cynthia McDonald

Creative Confidence Through Doodling: Find Your Zen with Cynthia McDonald

November 04, 20251 min read

In a world often dominated by hustle and bustle, Cynthia McDonald invites us on a journey of relaxation and creativity. As the mastermind behind Doodle and Design Studio, Cynthia McDonald guides her audience through the joy of doodling, highlighting its power to calm the mind and awaken creativity. All it takes is a pen, paper, and a willingness to embrace a little messiness.

Why Creative Practice Matters

In our fast-paced lives, it's easy to find ourselves overwhelmed and stressed. We all need a way to unwind, and Cynthia McDonald's session offers a simple yet effective solution: doodling. This creative practice is an antidote to chaos, providing a means to de-stress, relax, and let your imagination take over.

What You'll Learn from Cynthia McDonald

Cynthia McDonald, in the Joy of Messy Creativity Retreat, shares three transformative ideas. First, she shows how doodling can help you reach a meditative state by focusing on the motion of your pen. Next, she encourages you to embrace imperfection, celebrating creativity that comes from playing and experimenting with your art despite its messiness. Lastly, she inspires you to choose words or phrases that signify personal growth, turning your creative time into a moment of affirmation and self-belief.

A New Way to Think About Creativity

Cynthia McDonald offers a fresh perspective, suggesting that creativity doesn't demand perfection or expensive tools. Instead, it flourishes when we embrace our imperfections and dare to play. This session encourages participants to explore the world of patterns, colors, and doodles freely, creating an experience as unique as the individual.

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Grab your retreat ticket to watch this session and 15+ others! This session with Cynthia McDonald is just one of many that empower you to find peace and unleash creativity. Come join us!

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MEET THE AUTHOR,
STEPH BLAKE

For years, I poured everything into building my business and raising my family—until I realized I lost a part of myself in the process.

I used to be deeply creative, finding joy in designing, making, and exploring new ideas.

But as life got busier, that creativity took a backseat to client work, to-do lists, and the daily demands of running a business and being a mom.

One day, I decided to slowly start creating again—just for myself.

I explored new hobbies to get a quick dopamine hit for my ADHD brain with no expectations or pressure. And everything changed.

Tapping back into creativity became a form of self-care, a reset button, and a way to feel connected to myself!

Now, through Create & Escape™, I help others rediscover that same creative freedom!

Click here to learn how I help entrepreneurs simplify their businesses.

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