Jean Voice Dart, M.S., RMT, is a multiple international best-selling author, an expressive arts psychotherapist of nearly fifty years, and a certified coach and teacher who navigated through grief, trauma, shame, and pain, upleveling her life from stressed to blessed. She has witnessed a lifetime of miraculous transformations, helping others feel, reveal, and heal through the arts.
""This book is a breath of fresh, colorful air for anyone carrying the heavy weight of stress-a soul-sparked invitation to heal and reconnect with the joy that lives inside us all. As someone who's spent a lifetime in the media spotlight, I know firsthand the power of creative expression to transform pain into purpose. Through painting, writing, dancing, and more, each author reminds us that creativity isn't just an outlet, it's a lifeline. Raw, honest, and deeply empowering, this book gently guides you back to peace (and joy) one expressive breath at a time."" Shari Alyse, America's Joy Magnet, TV Host ""Good Morning Joy,"" Author of Love Yourself Happy and Joy Unleashed ""We are continuously immersed in an experience of the arts as entertainment. And yet so many people are oblivious to the healing power of the arts. The vulnerable and moving stories in Expressive Arts open our minds and hearts to the true nature of the arts, the direct expression of the human heart and soul that catalyzes healing and alignment. Thank you, Jean Voice Dart, and all the contributing authors of this book, for sharing your profound stories of transformation through the arts and tools all of us can use to bring health and happiness to our lives. Congratulations on such a practical and healing gift. I look forward to helping you share it with the world."" Sharon Carne B.Mus., M.F.A., Founder of Sound Wellness and the Sound Wellness Institute ""Expressive Arts is a wonderful testament to the healing power of creativity. The shared stories remind us we are never alone in our struggles, and the practical tools offer a compassionate roadmap for emotional restoration. As a writer, counsellor, and registered art therapist, I have a deep understanding of the importance of this book. It is more than a guide-it's a sanctuary for anyone seeking to transform stress into meaning through the arts."" Jenn Seniuk, ATR, RCAT, CCC, CT, Registered Art Therapist and Counsellor