How Creativity Supports Mental Health (And Why It’s More Than Just a Hobby)
There’s something almost magical about the moment you lose yourself in creating. Whether you’re scribbling in a journal, rearranging a room, dancing in your kitchen, or painting a chaotic swirl of color—those moments matter immensely. They don’t just fill time. They restore something essential: you. In a world that often demands productivity over presence, creativity […]
Dear Tired Mom: You’re Still an Artist (Even If You Forgot)
There’s a kind of burnout no one talks about. Not the kind from doing too much — though you’re doing plenty. But the kind that comes from doing everything except what makes you feel alive. Motherhood can be all-consuming. It’s diapers and drop-offs, dishes and deadlines. And in the middle of keeping everything running, the […]
What Lights You Up? (And Why You Should Follow That Spark)
There’s a question that quietly follows most moms around. It creeps in when the dishes are done, when the kids are asleep, when you finally sit down for a moment of quiet — and it whispers: “Is this it?” For years, I thought that question made me ungrateful. After all, I had love, health, and […]
The Art of Resetting a Room — and Why It Matters
You know that feeling when you walk into a freshly cleaned room, and everything feels… lighter? The counters are clear. The floor is smooth and dust free on the feet. The air even smells different. For a moment, you exhale — not just physically, but emotionally. That’s the power of a room reset. And no, […]
Designing a Home That Supports (Not Sabotages) Your Goals
Have you ever sat down to focus on a big goal—writing, planning, resting—only to find yourself distracted by a pile of laundry, a cluttered counter, or a noisy space that just won’t cooperate? You’re not alone. In fact, your home might be working against you more than you realize. And no, it’s not personal—it’s design. […]
From Motherhood to Muse: Finding Joy in Creating Again
There’s something sacred about creating just for the joy of it. Just for you. But if you’re a mom, chances are that sacred space has been crowded out by overflowing laundry, an endless sink full of dishes, deadlines and the low consistent hum of mental overload. Somewhere between midnight feedings and morning routines, the part […]
The Mental Load Lives in Your House—Let’s Talk About It
You know that feeling—when the dishwasher’s running, your kid is asking for a snack again, there are emails you still haven’t answered, and suddenly you remember you forgot to RSVP to the school field trip. You sigh, glance at your partner (who seems remarkably unaware of this chaos), and think, “How is it that I’m […]
The Power of a 15-Minute Focus Block (And How to Use It Daily)
You don’t need a whole morning to yourself. You don’t need a silent house, a perfect plan, or a magical window of time that never seems to come. What you do need is 15 minutes. Just 15. That’s it. That’s the shift. Because if you’re waiting for the stars to align before you start that […]
How to Get Unstuck: The First 3 Steps to Moving Forward
We’ve all felt it. That heavy, dragging sensation. Like your feet are planted in cement, even though your mind is racing with everything you should be doing. You’re stuck in place—frustrated, overwhelmed, and unsure where or how to begin. Whether it’s a personal goal you keep putting off, a life transition you’re trying to navigate, […]
Mental Clutter is Real—Here’s How to Clear It
You know that moment when you’re standing in the middle of a room with no idea why you walked in there? Or when your brain is so full of reminders, worries, tasks, and “don’t forgets” that even simple decisions feel impossible? That’s not forgetfulness. That’s not laziness. That’s mental clutter—and it’s very, very real. As […]