The Two Fridas – Frida Kahla, 1939
We are here and it is now – the perfect opportunity to gently teach ourselves how to truly live in the present. The world still spins quietly, offering each moment as they last just a pinch longer than they would in the Spring. Now is the time to invite our reflections to return from the past and greet the present. As we take in our surroundings, may we find ourselves embraced with the sights, sounds, smells, and physical sensations of home, of safety and clarity. And may we, as creative women, know that we harness the power and grace to treasure each moment as it comes.
We are now on Week 4 of our Winter Reflections journaling event. The past three weeks have helped us reflect on our gardens of 2024: celebrating our action and growth, processing grief and leftover emotions, and deciding which seeds we will replant this Spring.
For the next three weeks, we are shifting our focus to the present moment. Let’s begin with what it truly means to be present, without any tethers to the past or future, letting your mind and body experience only what is here and now.
In the spirit of the season, we invite you to take a little extra time to be thoughtful about your space when you sit down and journal. Wear clothes that are comfortable and soft, light a candle or incense stick, and play some soft music in the background as we indulge in a little snack together.
Remember, it’s always ok to doodle and write in a way that makes sense to you. This time is meant to be intimate with yourself, to really sit down and meditate each week in a way that will serve us to be our most authentic and honest selves.
This Winter Reflections event will continue exploring the present moment for the next three weeks before moving on to our plans for the future. Be sure you’re keeping up with new posts by signing up for our newsletter! We always love to hear from you and how your journal prompts are going so far.
We as creative women know that staying in the present moment can be downright difficult with the mental load we carry. We are here to support you through these Winter exercises because girl… you are not alone.
Rest assured that Spring is just around the corner, and be sure to mark Thursday, March 20th in your calendar. This is the day of the Spring Equinox, the beginning of the season of pacing and planning, and also the day of our Vision Planting Garden Party!
Be sure you’re signed up for our newsletter, because more info will be coming soon and we can’t wait to see you there. Our Garden Party Kits will also be up for sale next week so that you can begin selecting your seeds to plant this year – aka those goals you will see to fruition!
In the meantime, know that your presence is truly a gift, the present moment has so much to give, and you are worthy of receiving it all.
Happy Journaling, Virtuosas!
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