The Art of Pausing®
A creative alternative to meditation and journalling. And an iPhone app.
Drawing, as a way of paying attention
The Art of Pausing is not about making art. The drawing is a vehicle, a way to give your attention a single, gentle place to rest. Slow marks on paper. Nothing to get right. No artistic ability needed.
People who "can't sit still to meditate" tend to find this works when nothing else has. Your hands are busy, so your mind can settle.
The practice, in the app
Spiral Shift®: five minutes. A short guided drawing experience to release mental noise and come back to yourself. This is where everyone starts, and it's free.
The Pause Portal™: around thirty minutes. The deeper guided practice, for when you have space to go further.
Reflections from Power In The Pause® Activation Deck are woven through the app to guide each sitting.
Prefer paper first? Try Spiral Shift® free on this site. Start now
Frequently asked questions
What is The Art of Pausing®?
A creative alternative to meditation and journalling: a drawing practice and iPhone app for everyday life.
Do I need to know how to draw?
No artistic ability is needed. The drawing is a vehicle for attention, not an art lesson.
What is Spiral Shift®?
A free, five-minute guided drawing experience inside The Art of Pausing® app, and the best first taste of the practice.
What is The Pause Portal™?
A deeper guided drawing practice of around thirty minutes, for when there is more time to go further.
Where can I get the app?
The Art of Pausing® app is available on the App Store, and via theartofpausing.co.uk.
Last updated: July 2026