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This activity proposes an intergenerational space for encounter and collective creation through embroidery, with the aim of generating a shared manifesto around care and its multiple articulations. For two hours, participants will be invited to reflect on the affective, political, and social dimensions of caregiving while embroidering phrases, words, or symbols that emerge from the shared dialogue. Embroidery will be understood not only as a technique, but as a sensitive practice that fosters listening, situated thinking, and the building of connections. Throughout the event, short texts and excerpts from contemporary authors who have reflected on caregiving from feminist, community, and poetic perspectives will be shared. These materials will act as triggers for conversations, the exchange of experiences, and, in turn, a shared narrative that will be captured on a large canvas. The activity aims to open a sustained space for horizontal co-creation in which craftsmanship combines with critical and affective thinking. The result will be an embroidered manifesto that captures the voices and sensibilities of all the participants, as a testament to a shared reflection on how we inhabit—and want to inhabit—caregiving. Organized by: Colectivo Corso

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Four printmaking and yoga workshops will be held during Healing Arts Barcelona Week. The workshops are aimed at adolescents and women over 60, with the goal of promoting and enhancing well-being—particularly in response to undesired loneliness and low self-esteem—within a rural setting.

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In this workshop, we will provide an introduction to Art Therapy. First, we will briefly explain what it entails and its current applications in our region. Next, participants will have time for experiential exploration through a proposed activity. Finally, we will open a space for sharing and learning more. Art Therapy offers emotional support and guidance while also engaging the individual in a creative process that allows them to work through personal experiences and integrate them emotionally. This is achieved through a wide range of expressive modalities—movement, music, voice, visual arts, creative writing, and more—which enable participants to externalize their experiences, give them form, and relate to them from a broader and healthier perspective. This activity is part of the Museums: Spaces of Well-Being project, developed by six museums and the five primary health areas of the Baix Empordà region. The initiative was born from the desire to highlight museums as spaces that contribute to the health and well-being of the population, while raising awareness about the importance of taking care of our emotional well-being. www.museudelamediterrania.cat

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Casa Batlló Mindfulness offers a unique experience that combines mindfulness practice with the architectural beauty of Casa Batlló. Inspired by Jon Kabat‑Zinn’s (mindfulness expert) definition, this experience invites you to engage fully with the present moment, pausing to breathe, observe, and connect with your physical and emotional self to build well‑being and resilience. The event program moves through successive stages, combining breathing exercises, guided meditation, and slow, gentle movement in harmony with the building’s unique spaces: a grounding reception and breath regulation; a meditation on perception in the Noble Floor; lengthened, awareness‑deepening breathwork in the Inner Garden; a sensory walk through the Patio of Lights; Qi Gong and deep breathing on the roof to relieve tension; and finally, Walking Meditation on the stairs designed by Kengo Kuma, where breath and steps flow together, body, mind, and space united. Casa Batlló, with its symbolism, craftsmanship, and authenticity, provides a powerful setting for mindfulness. The values of resilience, curiosity, and presence resonate with Healing Art Barcelona’s aim: to strengthen health through shared creative, aesthetic experience. This is more than a tour; “A unique opportunity to stop and experience Casa Batlló as a space of health, creativity and mindfulness”. Duration: 1 hour Limited places: 20 people

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The proposal is a visit to two gardens: one historic, the Modernist garden of Espai Víctor Català–Clos del Pastor, designed as an Hortus Conclusus (enclosed garden or earthly paradise); and the other, the garden of Hostal Empúries, which is environmentally respectful, integrated, and sustainable. These are two different garden concepts, each adapted to the needs of its creators. A way to promote well-being while enjoying these spaces.

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The Art of Walking is a route to enjoy the painting, architecture, literature, music, sculpture, and gardening of Montjuïc Park… and to enjoy the pleasure of walking, along with its benefits for physical and mental health.

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Guided Tours at the Monastery of Sant Cugat led by people with Asperger syndrome or autism spectrum disorder, aiming to overcome stigma and prejudice toward autism. The activity is organized in collaboration with the Friends Asperger Foundation.

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A Mindful Morning at Empúries Before the site fills with voices and footsteps, Empúries opens its doors to a different kind of morning. In this ancient and sacred space, bathed in the light of the Mediterranean, enjoy moments of shared silence and calm. Be inspired by the wisdom of Greek philosophers, breathe deeply among ancient ruins, and take part in a contemplative practice that grounds you in the present. The morning concludes with a simple Greek-inspired breakfast of bread, olive oil, fruits, and honey, enjoyed mindfully and in good company. Led by Sylvia Miàs, psychologist and mindfulness teacher.

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Bonds is a unique experience that brings together nature, horses, and artistic creation to support well-being and mental health. Held at the Centre d’Equitació Poni Club de Catalunya, this activity is open to both adults and children. The experience follows a three-phase journey: - Discover the Herd – Observe the roles of the horses (leader, companion, sentinel…) as a living metaphor for the balance between individual and collective needs. - Immersion in Silence – Share a quiet space with the herd, cultivating presence, calm, and deep connection. - Creation of Land Art – In small groups, transform reflections and emotions into ephemeral artworks using natural materials, inspired by the bonds observed in the herd. What to Expect: A transformative, accessible, and memorable activity that fosters emotional regulation, creativity, and a sense of community.

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