Kintsugi is based on the belief that something broken is stronger and more beautiful because of its imperfections, the history attached to it, and its altered state.”
-Jo Ann V. Glim.
Photo: My Plate
I did a Kintsugi workshop on the weekend. Kintsugi is not only the Japanese art of mending and repair but it’s also a philosophy.
It’s the belief that when we feel broken in life it should become a valuable and esteemed part of our learning and history, rather than something to hide. In fact, the tragedy or suffering we experience can create strength and resilience.
The process to repair my plate took time and patience and there were many layers to work through before we added the gold at the end.
The workshop was a wonderful reflection of my journey through grief and how long it took to nurture and mend my broken heart.
However, when we began the gold layering process, I understood, although each story, plate or scar was unique, it was also the part that transformed into a beautiful light within us.
LIVING IN THIS MOMENT 
I love that and believe it to be true
It really is. Thank you Beth. 🤗🧡
Nice example of Kintsugi Karen. Embracing the imperfections of our lives.
Indeed it is 🤗🧡🙏🏻
Your post is honoring of this beautiful belief.
Thank you Michele 🙏🏻🧡
Beautifully spoken Karen, it is indeed a journey of the heart, and the scars show that beauty within it. Great share for something so profound, thank you 😀❤️🙏🏽
Thank you Mark 🙏🏻😊
Karen, what a beautiful post. Kintsugi is such a wonderful artistic weaving together of the broken into something more beautiful and more expansive. How wonderful to experience it in a workshop! 💜🙏🏻
It was Carrie and such a beautiful reminder to see the beauty in the broken. ⭐️✨
Full circle. Wonderful Karen 💐🙏🏼💝
Absolutely. Thanks Val 🌕✨🌟
Beautiful, Karen.
Thank you Rosaliene 🤗🧡
In so many ways, I find the repaired ones prettier.
Thank you for sharing
Yes! And more authentic! Thank you Sawsan 🤗🌈
A beautiful and healthful philosophy, a journey to wholeness. Your plate (and you) are lovely!
I am grateful for this Japanese wisdom and philosophy! Thank you Eliza 🤗
Thank you for sharing, Karen. I can think of a lot of ways to reflect on kintsugi right now
It’s a beautiful philosophy for life Ka. Thank you 🤗🧡
So true, Karen.
A broken bone mends stronger than before. And a chain is only as strong as its weakest link.
So it is with the trials of life. St. James tells us: Those who bear up under the trials of life, are pleasing to God. And one day will wear the crown of glory.
One need not be victorious in the ring, break the ribbon at the finish line or be perfect in character. But, honored, if only in the eyes of God, is the one who fights the good fight, finishes the race and keeps the faith.
You have done that Karen. So honored to call you friend.
-Alan
Thank you Alan for your beautiful and moving comment. I appreciate it. 🙏🏻
Such a beautiful and healing belief. Thank you, Karen. This makes me want to know more.
It’s been a beautiful teaching for me in many ways. Thank you Michele. 🤗🙏🏻
What a lovely concept. Just what I needed today. Thank you, Karen.
I’m so glad. Thank you so much Vicki 🧡🤗
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Beautiful! Everything…
Thanks Lorrie 🤗🥰
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It’s a thoughtful post. I definitely learned something new today. Thank you for sharing this Karen! 🙂
Thanks for being here 🙏🏻
Karen, this was the perfect message for me today. Thank you.
It’s a beautiful philosophy to live by. I’m glad it resonated with you. Thanks Ali 💗
Wonderful…imperfection is not a flaw but a thing that makes you unique…💟
Yes so true 👏🙏🏻
I had never heard of Kintsugi before, but what a powerful concept and course.
The philosophy you introduce, the Japanese art of mending and repair, is influential. And it is inspiring also to see the beautiful plate you created… and understand the power behind doing so.
It is a beautiful concept, and we should all learn about this when we are young! Thank you Randall 🙏🏻