How to Break Free from Perfectionism and Create Freely

I used to believe that if something I made wasn’t beautiful, it wasn’t worth making.That if I couldn’t draw “well,” I shouldn’t draw at all.That creativity was a talent I must’ve missed out on in the gene lottery. Sound familiar? If you’ve ever ripped out a sketch because it didn’t match the Pinterest version, or …

Get Grounded: 5 Simple Habits to Boost Your Creativity and Mood

You don’t need to be an artist—just open to a little play. When my brain is racing or my energy dips, I turn to these 5 little rituals. They’re tiny acts of creativity, not meant for productivity or perfection—just to help me feel more like myself again. Whether I’m overwhelmed, scattered, or just need a …

My Creative Comeback: Hope, Healing, and a Little Yarn

For most of my life, creativity lived in the margins. A doodle in a notebook during a long meeting. A knit row or two on the couch when the day felt too heavy. I didn’t think of it as “art,” really—just something quiet that helped me breathe a little easier. I was nearly 50 when …