Through personalized coaching, ancient wisdom, and daily practice,
The Artful Awakening helps you rediscover creativity as a source of healing, expression, and personal power—especially during the transition of menopause.
Menopause is a Portal to Transformation—Step Into Your Creative Revival
Are you a woman in menopause feeling the call to create again—but unsure where to start?
Just as your body and emotions shift during midlife, so does your sense of self. This is a time of profound transformation, a chance to reconnect with the parts of you that have been waiting in the wings. Your creativity is one of them.
Maybe you’ve always dreamed of making art but life, family, and responsibilities took center stage. Now, you finally have the time, but self-doubt, perfectionism, or a long creative drought are holding you back.
Now, the urgency to express yourself is rising—and so are the doubts:
"What if I’m not good enough?" "What if it’s too late?"
I hear you. When I was in my late 40s, I felt creatively lost too. That’s why I created this program—not just as a coach, but as a woman who’s been there, too.
And I created The Artful Awakening for you.
This is a six-month, high-support creativity coaching program designed specifically for women in menopause who are ready to revive their dormant art practice with renewed passion and purpose.
This six month program is for you if…
✓ You feel the urge to create but feel rusty or uncertain.
✓ You’ve lost touch with your creative confidence and long to feel like an artist again.
✓ You crave more than just "me time"—you want meaningful creative time.
✓ You want structured, soul-nourishing guidance to keep you inspired and engaged.
✓ You’re ready to treat this phase of life not as a decline, but as your creative renaissance.
Menopause is the beginning of your most creative life yet.
Hi,
I’m Lisa Hartjen—your guide to The Artful Awakening!
I’ve always believed that creativity isn’t just about making art—it’s about discovering new ways to express yourself, connect with your inner world, and bring more joy into your everyday life.
For over 20 years I have helped thousands of artists and writers worldwide bring their creative visions to life.
If you're returning to art after years away or exploring creativity for the first time, I provide the structure, encouragement, and inspiration to help you make art with confidence and ease.
What Makes The Artful Awakening Different?
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Designed for Women 45+ — because creativity in midlife holds a different kind of power.
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Personalized 1:1 Coaching — this isn’t a course; it’s a customized journey.
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Mind-Body-Soul Integration — we weave in mindfulness, intuition, and embodiment.
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Judgment-Free Zone — come as you are, create what calls you.
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Artistic Experience Not Required — only your curiosity and courage to begin.
Inside The Artful Awakening
1:1 Private Coaching
6 private 1:1 coaching sessions to support your creative renewal over six months.
Exclusive Resources
Unlock creative flow with guided relaxations and visualizations—to help you make art from a deeply connected, intuitive place.
Small Group Sessions
12 group coaching sessions—2 per month—to guide and inspire your creative revival.
Step-by-Step Guidance
Creative prompts designed to help you explore your artistry with ease & playfulness.
Daily Support
Receive help between sessions with a 24/7 private WhatsApp group. Ask questions and get encouragement from your coach and community.
A Judgment-Free Space
Create from a supportive place where self-expression is encouraged and celebrated.
What’s Possible When You Say YES
toThe Artful Awakening:
6 Months to Creative Renewal
You'll Feel Like an Artist Again.
No more wondering if you still have it in you. You’ll gain the confidence to create freely, experiment boldly, and trust your artistic instincts.
Creative Flow Will Become a Natural Part of Your Life.
Instead of struggling to “find time” for creativity, you’ll develop a rhythm that makes artistic expression feel effortless and fulfilling.
Self-Doubt Will Be Replaced by Joyful Exploration.
Fear of failure? Perfectionism? They’ll take a backseat as you embrace curiosity, playfulness, and the sheer pleasure of making art.
You’ll Discover a Renewed Sense of Purpose.
Your art practice will become more than just a hobby—it will be a soulful, energizing force that brings meaning and fulfillment to your days.
Your Creativity Will Deepen and Expand.
Whether you’re picking up an old medium or trying something new, you’ll grow as an artist with fresh techniques, insights, and inspiration.
You’ll Have a Dedicated Guide to Keep You Moving Forward.
No more getting stuck in creative ruts or quitting when things get hard. With expert coaching and personalized support, you’ll stay on track and keep evolving.
You’ll Experience a Profound Mind-Body Connection.
Creativity isn’t just about making art—it’s about reconnecting with yourself. Through intuitive exercises and mindfulness, you’ll tap into a deeper, more authentic creative voice.
You’ll Gain a Supportive Creative Community.
You’ll no longer feel alone in your creative journey. Instead, you’ll be surrounded by women who understand, encourage, and inspire you.
You’ll Look Back in Six Months and See Just How Far You’ve Come.
Imagine flipping through a sketchbook full of art, feeling proud of what you’ve created, and knowing you’ve reclaimed your artistic identity.
You’ll Finally Stop Wishing—and Start Creating.
No more waiting for the “right time” or feeling like you’re too old to start again. Your creativity is ready for you, and this is your moment to say YES.
The creative life that you’ve been dreaming of is waiting for you.
The creative life that you’ve been dreaming of is waiting for you. Don’t wait.
What You’ll Experience with
The Artful Awakening
🧭 Your Creative Compass
Discover a personalized framework to guide
your creative energy.
You’ll experiment with methods and rhythms that help you build a practice rooted in clarity, confidence, and flow—especially when you feel stuck.
🌞 Ayurvedic Rhythms & Inner Timing
Find your most inspired times of day using
ancient wisdom.
We’ll explore Ayurvedic principles and your natural energy cycles to shape a practice that works with your body, not against it.
🧘♀️ Entering Creative Flow
Relax deeply before creating with tools from
the yoga tradition.
You’ll learn breathwork, and receive personalized guided relaxations & meditations to support clarity and ease in your creative process.
🎨 Playful Exploration & New Tools
Break through blocks with joyful experimentation and a creativity toolkit.
Using intuitive prompts and a toolkit I’ve refined over 20+ years, you’ll explore new materials and perspectives that help you stay inspired and curious.
🌘 Working With Menopause
Transform midlife shifts into creative insight with compassionate guidance.
We’ll work with the physical and emotional experiences of menopause, like brain fog and low energy, and turn them into unique doorways into creativity.
⏳ Sustainable Daily Practice
Create consistency without the pressure,
even on busy days
We’ll build a flexible daily rhythm—starting with as little as 5 minutes a day—that fits your life and keeps your creative fire burning, even on your busiest days.
Awaken an Integrated Creative Life
This isn’t about escaping your life to make art—it’s about making art
a part of your life.
In The Artful Awakening, you’ll learn how to weave your creative practice into the rhythms of your everyday—and let life itself become your canvas.
Lisa Hartjen
Creativity Coach
I’ve spent over 20 years helping people tap into their creative potential in a way that feels natural, fulfilling, and fun.
Hi, I’m Lisa Hartjen—
your guide to The Artful Awakening
For over 20 years, I’ve helped new and reluctant artists rediscover their creative confidence and reconnect with the part of themselves that longs to make art—not as perfection, but as self-expression.
At the heart of my work is the belief that creativity is a birthright. It’s never too late to reclaim your artistic voice, even if it’s been years since you last created. Many of the women I work with are in midlife or moving through menopause — navigating life transitions, identity shifts, and creative longings that won’t stay quiet.
Through my signature coaching program The Artful Awakening, as well as creative prompts, blog reflections, and intuitive practices, I help women move past self-doubt, perfectionism, and fear, so they can return to their creative practice with confidence, joy, and ease.
My approach blends:
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Gentle, personalized coaching
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Mindfulness and somatic practices
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Intuitive exercises and creative prompts
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Deep listening and permission to simply begin
Whether you’re picking up a brush, journal, or camera—or simply craving space to explore—I’m here to guide you back to your art.
Credentials:
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BFA, Rhode Island School of Design (Photography)
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MAAE, Maryland Institute College of Art (Art Education)
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Over two decades guiding artists, writers, and creative seekers
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Trained and certified in yoga, meditation, and mind-body practices that support creative flow
✨ Creativity is not about getting it right. It’s about returning to yourself.
Let’s create something beautiful.
