Take a Zen Break
Designing Calm, One Zen Stroke at a Time
Meditative Art
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What is a Zen Break?
A meditative pause in your day designed to relax your mind and create calmness—one zen stroke at a time. Using the art of Zentangle, practiced on 3.5-inch paper-based "tiles," simple elemental strokes (dots, lines, curves) create complex, beautiful patterns that promote relaxation and mental health.
Flexible Sessions
15-minute patient sessions to 90-minute workshops. Typically 60 minutes.
Non-Pharmacological
A natural, drug-free intervention for stress, anxiety, and mental wellness.
Beautiful Results
Create stunning art while achieving deep relaxation and mindfulness.
"At Take a Zen Break, we encourage total focus on the present, which encourages a sense of calm, creativity, and self-confidence."
One Stroke at a Time
Simple patterns, profound calm
Certified Method
Official Zentangle®
Who Benefits from a Zen Break?
From vulnerable populations to high-stress professionals, Zentangle offers a portable, cost-effective tool for mental and emotional well-being.
Seniors & Memory Care
Cultivating connections, one stroke at a time
Combat late-life depression and anxiety while maintaining creative agency. Improve fine motor dexterity and protect against cognitive decline.
92% report improved well-being
- Reduces depression
- Improves dexterity
- Maintains dignity
- Social connection
Hospital Staff & Nurses
Building resilience, one stroke at a time
Combat compassion fatigue and burnout with micro-respites. Shift from high-alert to rest-and-digest mode within minutes.
78% reduction in stress markers
- Prevents burnout
- Quick respite
- Emotional regulation
- Team bonding
Tech & Corporate
Restoring focus, one stroke at a time
Break the cycle of screen fatigue and sharpen cognitive focus. Allow the analytical brain to rest while the creative brain engages.
40% improvement in focus
- Screen break
- Cognitive reset
- Creativity boost
- Stress relief
Also Effective For:
The Science of Calm
Zentangle isn't just art—it's a proven non-pharmacological intervention backed by rigorous research. Studies show measurable improvements in mental health, stress reduction, and cognitive function.
78%
Stress Reduction
Significant decrease in stress markers after sessions
11
Published Studies
Peer-reviewed research validating Zentangle benefits
92%
Improved Well-Being
Participants report actionable improvements
60min
Typical Session
Optimal duration for therapeutic benefits
Neurological Evidence
EEG studies show Zentangle increases alpha and theta brain waves—associated with deep relaxation and focused attention.
Clinical Validation
Used in clinical settings for borderline personality disorder, PTSD, chronic pain management, and oncology nursing support.
Ongoing Research
Kabir's research (May 2026) will add to the growing body of evidence on Zentangle's therapeutic benefits.
Certified Since 2021
CZT #31
One of the youngest CZTs in the world
Meet Kabir Sethi
Founder, Artist, Researcher
At 16 years old, Kabir is one of the youngest Certified Zentangle Teachers (CZT) in the world. Since getting certified in May 2021, he has brought the therapeutic power of Zentangle to vulnerable and stressed populations.
"Life is an Art form! Everyone is an artist and the deliberate, intentional, meditative nature of Zentangle can be applied to life."
— Kabir Sethi
5+
Years Teaching
100+
Classes Taught
Art That Calms
Explore the beautiful patterns created by Kabir and his students. Each tile tells a story of focus, creativity, and inner peace.
Zentangle Tile
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Zentangle Tile
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Zentangle Tile
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Zentangle Tile
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Ready to Create Your Own?
Discover hundreds of tiles from Kabir and his students. Get inspired and request your own zen break session.
Ready to Take a Zen Break?
Whether you're a senior care administrator, hospital director, or simply curious about mindful art, we'd love to bring Zentangle to your community.
Book a Workshop
Request Kabir to teach at your organization. Sessions from 15 minutes to 2 hours.
Request EventJoin Research
Volunteer for Kabir's research study on Zentangle as a non-pharmacological intervention.
Volunteer Now"In Zentangle, there are No Mistakes! There are no erasers in a zentangle kit because there are no mistakes in life or art. Unintended lines are incorporated into the design."
— Kabir Sethi, CZT