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By PATTERNITY
‘Gratitude is the sign of noble souls’
Aesop (620–564 BC), ancient Greek storyteller
Gratitude
ˈɡratɪtjuːd/
noun
‘The quality of being thankful; readiness to
show appreciation for and to return kindness.’
Oxford English Dictionary
Gratitude comes from the Latin word Gratia,
meaning grace, graciousness or gratefulness.
‘Wealth is the ability to fully experience life’
Henry David Thoreau (1817–1862), poet
Today’s culture can often feel out of balance. We are bombarded by information and overloaded with stuff. We compare ourselves to others
daily – often before we’ve even got out of bed. And the data is now in. Scientific research has confirmed that after a certain point (once our
basic needs for food, clothing, shelter, medical care, education, and transportation are covered) the increasing affluence in the West over the
last few generations has had no correlation with our happiness or wellbeing. So what does this actually mean? Is our belief in the power of
the material waning? Is confusing our human needs with our perpetual wants doing us more harm than good? Perhaps it’s time to reassess our
patterns of thinking and doing – and get creating some new ones.
Since launching in 2009 our creative organisation PATTERNITY has been researching the inspirational power of pattern through projects
and experiments that explore the relationship between pattern and wellbeing. We started out as an open-access social platform that sought to
inspire people to slow down and simply notice more – encouraging a heightened appreciation of the visual beauty of the everyday, from the
drain covers beneath our feet to the cloud formations above our heads. Over the years we have learnt that this mindful way of living can create
a way of seeing that drives moments of curiosity and calm amidst the complexity. We have also conceived events, and designed projects and
products that encourage people to venture beneath the surface and consider the interconnected patterns and systems that shape life. It has
been heartening to observe how this has led to an appreciation of not only the design of our immediate surroundings but also the design of
our own bodies, minds and natural wider environments – of which we are a delicate interwoven part.
We believe pattern can be an empowering and inspiring lens with which to help people design more positive and purposeful lives.
"Pattern does not only exist on a visual level, but permeates every aspect of our lives – the things we do, the connections we make, the relationships that sustain us, and the way we behave day-to-day" - ANNA MURRAY
"Be Great, Be Grateful is both an exploration of our philosophy and a practical, interactive guide to using pattern to discover and implement a more positive and purposeful way of living" - GRACE WINTERINGHAM
CLICK HERE TO LISTEN TO THE ACCOMPANYING BODY GRATITUDE AUDIO
‘Gratitude is the sign of noble souls’
Aesop (620–564 BC), ancient Greek storyteller
Gratitude
ˈɡratɪtjuːd/
noun
‘The quality of being thankful; readiness to
show appreciation for and to return kindness.’
Oxford English Dictionary
Gratitude comes from the Latin word Gratia,
meaning grace, graciousness or gratefulness.
‘Wealth is the ability to fully experience life’
Henry David Thoreau (1817–1862), poet
Today’s culture can often feel out of balance. We are bombarded by information and overloaded with stuff. We compare ourselves to others
daily – often before we’ve even got out of bed. And the data is now in. Scientific research has confirmed that after a certain point (once our
basic needs for food, clothing, shelter, medical care, education, and transportation are covered) the increasing affluence in the West over the
last few generations has had no correlation with our happiness or wellbeing. So what does this actually mean? Is our belief in the power of
the material waning? Is confusing our human needs with our perpetual wants doing us more harm than good? Perhaps it’s time to reassess our
patterns of thinking and doing – and get creating some new ones.
Since launching in 2009 our creative organisation PATTERNITY has been researching the inspirational power of pattern through projects
and experiments that explore the relationship between pattern and wellbeing. We started out as an open-access social platform that sought to
inspire people to slow down and simply notice more – encouraging a heightened appreciation of the visual beauty of the everyday, from the
drain covers beneath our feet to the cloud formations above our heads. Over the years we have learnt that this mindful way of living can create
a way of seeing that drives moments of curiosity and calm amidst the complexity. We have also conceived events, and designed projects and
products that encourage people to venture beneath the surface and consider the interconnected patterns and systems that shape life. It has
been heartening to observe how this has led to an appreciation of not only the design of our immediate surroundings but also the design of
our own bodies, minds and natural wider environments – of which we are a delicate interwoven part.
We believe pattern can be an empowering and inspiring lens with which to help people design more positive and purposeful lives.
"Pattern does not only exist on a visual level, but permeates every aspect of our lives – the things we do, the connections we make, the relationships that sustain us, and the way we behave day-to-day" - ANNA MURRAY
"Be Great, Be Grateful is both an exploration of our philosophy and a practical, interactive guide to using pattern to discover and implement a more positive and purposeful way of living" - GRACE WINTERINGHAM
CLICK HERE TO LISTEN TO THE ACCOMPANYING BODY GRATITUDE AUDIO
Extracts from Be Great, Be Grateful - A Gratitude Journal for Positive Living. Published by Ebury Press, the book is divided into three sections: ‘The Mundane’, which considers the hidden and overlooked incidental patterns of the everyday world; ‘Me’, which explores the personal rhythms of our own body and mind; and ‘The Magnificent’, which broadens the scope to the macrocosmic level, looking at our relationships with the biggest picture of all: the universe at large.
PATTERNITY is a 'Conscious Creative Organisation' founded by Anna Murray and Grace Winteringham in London in 2009. United by their deep love of pattern and its ability to bring ideas, people and perspectives together, they wanted to share the positive power of pattern with the world.
By PATTERNITY
‘Gratitude is the sign of noble souls’
Aesop (620–564 BC), ancient Greek storyteller
Gratitude
ˈɡratɪtjuːd/
noun
‘The quality of being thankful; readiness to
show appreciation for and to return kindness.’
Oxford English Dictionary
Gratitude comes from the Latin word Gratia,
meaning grace, graciousness or gratefulness.
‘Wealth is the ability to fully experience life’
Henry David Thoreau (1817–1862), poet
Today’s culture can often feel out of balance. We are bombarded by information and overloaded with stuff. We compare ourselves to others
daily – often before we’ve even got out of bed. And the data is now in. Scientific research has confirmed that after a certain point (once our
basic needs for food, clothing, shelter, medical care, education, and transportation are covered) the increasing affluence in the West over the
last few generations has had no correlation with our happiness or wellbeing. So what does this actually mean? Is our belief in the power of
the material waning? Is confusing our human needs with our perpetual wants doing us more harm than good? Perhaps it’s time to reassess our
patterns of thinking and doing – and get creating some new ones.
Since launching in 2009 our creative organisation PATTERNITY has been researching the inspirational power of pattern through projects
and experiments that explore the relationship between pattern and wellbeing. We started out as an open-access social platform that sought to
inspire people to slow down and simply notice more – encouraging a heightened appreciation of the visual beauty of the everyday, from the
drain covers beneath our feet to the cloud formations above our heads. Over the years we have learnt that this mindful way of living can create
a way of seeing that drives moments of curiosity and calm amidst the complexity. We have also conceived events, and designed projects and
products that encourage people to venture beneath the surface and consider the interconnected patterns and systems that shape life. It has
been heartening to observe how this has led to an appreciation of not only the design of our immediate surroundings but also the design of
our own bodies, minds and natural wider environments – of which we are a delicate interwoven part.
We believe pattern can be an empowering and inspiring lens with which to help people design more positive and purposeful lives.
"Pattern does not only exist on a visual level, but permeates every aspect of our lives – the things we do, the connections we make, the relationships that sustain us, and the way we behave day-to-day" - ANNA MURRAY
"Be Great, Be Grateful is both an exploration of our philosophy and a practical, interactive guide to using pattern to discover and implement a more positive and purposeful way of living" - GRACE WINTERINGHAM
CLICK HERE TO LISTEN TO THE ACCOMPANYING BODY GRATITUDE AUDIO
‘Gratitude is the sign of noble souls’
Aesop (620–564 BC), ancient Greek storyteller
Gratitude
ˈɡratɪtjuːd/
noun
‘The quality of being thankful; readiness to
show appreciation for and to return kindness.’
Oxford English Dictionary
Gratitude comes from the Latin word Gratia,
meaning grace, graciousness or gratefulness.
‘Wealth is the ability to fully experience life’
Henry David Thoreau (1817–1862), poet
Today’s culture can often feel out of balance. We are bombarded by information and overloaded with stuff. We compare ourselves to others
daily – often before we’ve even got out of bed. And the data is now in. Scientific research has confirmed that after a certain point (once our
basic needs for food, clothing, shelter, medical care, education, and transportation are covered) the increasing affluence in the West over the
last few generations has had no correlation with our happiness or wellbeing. So what does this actually mean? Is our belief in the power of
the material waning? Is confusing our human needs with our perpetual wants doing us more harm than good? Perhaps it’s time to reassess our
patterns of thinking and doing – and get creating some new ones.
Since launching in 2009 our creative organisation PATTERNITY has been researching the inspirational power of pattern through projects
and experiments that explore the relationship between pattern and wellbeing. We started out as an open-access social platform that sought to
inspire people to slow down and simply notice more – encouraging a heightened appreciation of the visual beauty of the everyday, from the
drain covers beneath our feet to the cloud formations above our heads. Over the years we have learnt that this mindful way of living can create
a way of seeing that drives moments of curiosity and calm amidst the complexity. We have also conceived events, and designed projects and
products that encourage people to venture beneath the surface and consider the interconnected patterns and systems that shape life. It has
been heartening to observe how this has led to an appreciation of not only the design of our immediate surroundings but also the design of
our own bodies, minds and natural wider environments – of which we are a delicate interwoven part.
We believe pattern can be an empowering and inspiring lens with which to help people design more positive and purposeful lives.
"Pattern does not only exist on a visual level, but permeates every aspect of our lives – the things we do, the connections we make, the relationships that sustain us, and the way we behave day-to-day" - ANNA MURRAY
"Be Great, Be Grateful is both an exploration of our philosophy and a practical, interactive guide to using pattern to discover and implement a more positive and purposeful way of living" - GRACE WINTERINGHAM
CLICK HERE TO LISTEN TO THE ACCOMPANYING BODY GRATITUDE AUDIO
Extracts from Be Great, Be Grateful - A Gratitude Journal for Positive Living. Published by Ebury Press, the book is divided into three sections: ‘The Mundane’, which considers the hidden and overlooked incidental patterns of the everyday world; ‘Me’, which explores the personal rhythms of our own body and mind; and ‘The Magnificent’, which broadens the scope to the macrocosmic level, looking at our relationships with the biggest picture of all: the universe at large.
PATTERNITY is a 'Conscious Creative Organisation' founded by Anna Murray and Grace Winteringham in London in 2009. United by their deep love of pattern and its ability to bring ideas, people and perspectives together, they wanted to share the positive power of pattern with the world.
By PATTERNITY
‘Gratitude is the sign of noble souls’
Aesop (620–564 BC), ancient Greek storyteller
Gratitude
ˈɡratɪtjuːd/
noun
‘The quality of being thankful; readiness to
show appreciation for and to return kindness.’
Oxford English Dictionary
Gratitude comes from the Latin word Gratia,
meaning grace, graciousness or gratefulness.
‘Wealth is the ability to fully experience life’
Henry David Thoreau (1817–1862), poet
Today’s culture can often feel out of balance. We are bombarded by information and overloaded with stuff. We compare ourselves to others
daily – often before we’ve even got out of bed. And the data is now in. Scientific research has confirmed that after a certain point (once our
basic needs for food, clothing, shelter, medical care, education, and transportation are covered) the increasing affluence in the West over the
last few generations has had no correlation with our happiness or wellbeing. So what does this actually mean? Is our belief in the power of
the material waning? Is confusing our human needs with our perpetual wants doing us more harm than good? Perhaps it’s time to reassess our
patterns of thinking and doing – and get creating some new ones.
Since launching in 2009 our creative organisation PATTERNITY has been researching the inspirational power of pattern through projects
and experiments that explore the relationship between pattern and wellbeing. We started out as an open-access social platform that sought to
inspire people to slow down and simply notice more – encouraging a heightened appreciation of the visual beauty of the everyday, from the
drain covers beneath our feet to the cloud formations above our heads. Over the years we have learnt that this mindful way of living can create
a way of seeing that drives moments of curiosity and calm amidst the complexity. We have also conceived events, and designed projects and
products that encourage people to venture beneath the surface and consider the interconnected patterns and systems that shape life. It has
been heartening to observe how this has led to an appreciation of not only the design of our immediate surroundings but also the design of
our own bodies, minds and natural wider environments – of which we are a delicate interwoven part.
We believe pattern can be an empowering and inspiring lens with which to help people design more positive and purposeful lives.
"Pattern does not only exist on a visual level, but permeates every aspect of our lives – the things we do, the connections we make, the relationships that sustain us, and the way we behave day-to-day" - ANNA MURRAY
"Be Great, Be Grateful is both an exploration of our philosophy and a practical, interactive guide to using pattern to discover and implement a more positive and purposeful way of living" - GRACE WINTERINGHAM
CLICK HERE TO LISTEN TO THE ACCOMPANYING BODY GRATITUDE AUDIO
‘Gratitude is the sign of noble souls’
Aesop (620–564 BC), ancient Greek storyteller
Gratitude
ˈɡratɪtjuːd/
noun
‘The quality of being thankful; readiness to
show appreciation for and to return kindness.’
Oxford English Dictionary
Gratitude comes from the Latin word Gratia,
meaning grace, graciousness or gratefulness.
‘Wealth is the ability to fully experience life’
Henry David Thoreau (1817–1862), poet
Today’s culture can often feel out of balance. We are bombarded by information and overloaded with stuff. We compare ourselves to others
daily – often before we’ve even got out of bed. And the data is now in. Scientific research has confirmed that after a certain point (once our
basic needs for food, clothing, shelter, medical care, education, and transportation are covered) the increasing affluence in the West over the
last few generations has had no correlation with our happiness or wellbeing. So what does this actually mean? Is our belief in the power of
the material waning? Is confusing our human needs with our perpetual wants doing us more harm than good? Perhaps it’s time to reassess our
patterns of thinking and doing – and get creating some new ones.
Since launching in 2009 our creative organisation PATTERNITY has been researching the inspirational power of pattern through projects
and experiments that explore the relationship between pattern and wellbeing. We started out as an open-access social platform that sought to
inspire people to slow down and simply notice more – encouraging a heightened appreciation of the visual beauty of the everyday, from the
drain covers beneath our feet to the cloud formations above our heads. Over the years we have learnt that this mindful way of living can create
a way of seeing that drives moments of curiosity and calm amidst the complexity. We have also conceived events, and designed projects and
products that encourage people to venture beneath the surface and consider the interconnected patterns and systems that shape life. It has
been heartening to observe how this has led to an appreciation of not only the design of our immediate surroundings but also the design of
our own bodies, minds and natural wider environments – of which we are a delicate interwoven part.
We believe pattern can be an empowering and inspiring lens with which to help people design more positive and purposeful lives.
"Pattern does not only exist on a visual level, but permeates every aspect of our lives – the things we do, the connections we make, the relationships that sustain us, and the way we behave day-to-day" - ANNA MURRAY
"Be Great, Be Grateful is both an exploration of our philosophy and a practical, interactive guide to using pattern to discover and implement a more positive and purposeful way of living" - GRACE WINTERINGHAM
CLICK HERE TO LISTEN TO THE ACCOMPANYING BODY GRATITUDE AUDIO
Extracts from Be Great, Be Grateful - A Gratitude Journal for Positive Living. Published by Ebury Press, the book is divided into three sections: ‘The Mundane’, which considers the hidden and overlooked incidental patterns of the everyday world; ‘Me’, which explores the personal rhythms of our own body and mind; and ‘The Magnificent’, which broadens the scope to the macrocosmic level, looking at our relationships with the biggest picture of all: the universe at large.
PATTERNITY is a 'Conscious Creative Organisation' founded by Anna Murray and Grace Winteringham in London in 2009. United by their deep love of pattern and its ability to bring ideas, people and perspectives together, they wanted to share the positive power of pattern with the world.
By PATTERNITY
‘Gratitude is the sign of noble souls’
Aesop (620–564 BC), ancient Greek storyteller
Gratitude
ˈɡratɪtjuːd/
noun
‘The quality of being thankful; readiness to
show appreciation for and to return kindness.’
Oxford English Dictionary
Gratitude comes from the Latin word Gratia,
meaning grace, graciousness or gratefulness.
‘Wealth is the ability to fully experience life’
Henry David Thoreau (1817–1862), poet
Today’s culture can often feel out of balance. We are bombarded by information and overloaded with stuff. We compare ourselves to others
daily – often before we’ve even got out of bed. And the data is now in. Scientific research has confirmed that after a certain point (once our
basic needs for food, clothing, shelter, medical care, education, and transportation are covered) the increasing affluence in the West over the
last few generations has had no correlation with our happiness or wellbeing. So what does this actually mean? Is our belief in the power of
the material waning? Is confusing our human needs with our perpetual wants doing us more harm than good? Perhaps it’s time to reassess our
patterns of thinking and doing – and get creating some new ones.
Since launching in 2009 our creative organisation PATTERNITY has been researching the inspirational power of pattern through projects
and experiments that explore the relationship between pattern and wellbeing. We started out as an open-access social platform that sought to
inspire people to slow down and simply notice more – encouraging a heightened appreciation of the visual beauty of the everyday, from the
drain covers beneath our feet to the cloud formations above our heads. Over the years we have learnt that this mindful way of living can create
a way of seeing that drives moments of curiosity and calm amidst the complexity. We have also conceived events, and designed projects and
products that encourage people to venture beneath the surface and consider the interconnected patterns and systems that shape life. It has
been heartening to observe how this has led to an appreciation of not only the design of our immediate surroundings but also the design of
our own bodies, minds and natural wider environments – of which we are a delicate interwoven part.
We believe pattern can be an empowering and inspiring lens with which to help people design more positive and purposeful lives.
"Pattern does not only exist on a visual level, but permeates every aspect of our lives – the things we do, the connections we make, the relationships that sustain us, and the way we behave day-to-day" - ANNA MURRAY
"Be Great, Be Grateful is both an exploration of our philosophy and a practical, interactive guide to using pattern to discover and implement a more positive and purposeful way of living" - GRACE WINTERINGHAM
CLICK HERE TO LISTEN TO THE ACCOMPANYING BODY GRATITUDE AUDIO
‘Gratitude is the sign of noble souls’
Aesop (620–564 BC), ancient Greek storyteller
Gratitude
ˈɡratɪtjuːd/
noun
‘The quality of being thankful; readiness to
show appreciation for and to return kindness.’
Oxford English Dictionary
Gratitude comes from the Latin word Gratia,
meaning grace, graciousness or gratefulness.
‘Wealth is the ability to fully experience life’
Henry David Thoreau (1817–1862), poet
Today’s culture can often feel out of balance. We are bombarded by information and overloaded with stuff. We compare ourselves to others
daily – often before we’ve even got out of bed. And the data is now in. Scientific research has confirmed that after a certain point (once our
basic needs for food, clothing, shelter, medical care, education, and transportation are covered) the increasing affluence in the West over the
last few generations has had no correlation with our happiness or wellbeing. So what does this actually mean? Is our belief in the power of
the material waning? Is confusing our human needs with our perpetual wants doing us more harm than good? Perhaps it’s time to reassess our
patterns of thinking and doing – and get creating some new ones.
Since launching in 2009 our creative organisation PATTERNITY has been researching the inspirational power of pattern through projects
and experiments that explore the relationship between pattern and wellbeing. We started out as an open-access social platform that sought to
inspire people to slow down and simply notice more – encouraging a heightened appreciation of the visual beauty of the everyday, from the
drain covers beneath our feet to the cloud formations above our heads. Over the years we have learnt that this mindful way of living can create
a way of seeing that drives moments of curiosity and calm amidst the complexity. We have also conceived events, and designed projects and
products that encourage people to venture beneath the surface and consider the interconnected patterns and systems that shape life. It has
been heartening to observe how this has led to an appreciation of not only the design of our immediate surroundings but also the design of
our own bodies, minds and natural wider environments – of which we are a delicate interwoven part.
We believe pattern can be an empowering and inspiring lens with which to help people design more positive and purposeful lives.
"Pattern does not only exist on a visual level, but permeates every aspect of our lives – the things we do, the connections we make, the relationships that sustain us, and the way we behave day-to-day" - ANNA MURRAY
"Be Great, Be Grateful is both an exploration of our philosophy and a practical, interactive guide to using pattern to discover and implement a more positive and purposeful way of living" - GRACE WINTERINGHAM
CLICK HERE TO LISTEN TO THE ACCOMPANYING BODY GRATITUDE AUDIO
Extracts from Be Great, Be Grateful - A Gratitude Journal for Positive Living. Published by Ebury Press, the book is divided into three sections: ‘The Mundane’, which considers the hidden and overlooked incidental patterns of the everyday world; ‘Me’, which explores the personal rhythms of our own body and mind; and ‘The Magnificent’, which broadens the scope to the macrocosmic level, looking at our relationships with the biggest picture of all: the universe at large.
PATTERNITY is a 'Conscious Creative Organisation' founded by Anna Murray and Grace Winteringham in London in 2009. United by their deep love of pattern and its ability to bring ideas, people and perspectives together, they wanted to share the positive power of pattern with the world.