Hello, dear souls. We're settling into February's quiet rhythm, past the Dream Board energy and into the unfolding. I thought it might be nourishing to pause and check in — not with goals or achievements, but with what's alive in your creative world right now. A few gentle prompts (answer one, answer all, or simply sit with them): - What are you noticing in your creative practice lately — a pull toward certain colours, textures, words, or themes? - Is there something stirring that hasn't quite taken shape yet? A feeling, an image, a whisper? - What's nourishing you creatively right now? (A book, a song, a walk, silence, a new material?) - Or perhaps: what's asking for space, rest, or permission? There's no need to have it all figured out. Sometimes the most honest answer is "I don't know yet" or "I'm in the quiet before something new." Share as much or as little as you like. I'll go first in the comments. 🍵 Make a tea. Take a breath. Let your creative pulse speak.

I’ve been connected to art from a young age and create based on whatever inspires me in the moment. I enjoy exploring different subjects, especially portraits and expressive pieces, and I’m always open to learning and growing creatively. Art is a space where I feel free, and I love connecting with others who share that passion.

As I’m thinking about a future gentle painting session, I’d love to get a sense of what might work for you. If you’re open to it, feel free to comment with:– one or two time windows that usually feel easiest This is just to get a general sense — no commitment at all.

This week in The Journaling Muse, I’m writing about reflection, not as evaluation or self-improvement, but as listening. Before we look ahead, this is a small pause to notice what quietly stayed. If you feel called, you might sit with this theme in one gentle way: - write one sentence about something that stayed with you this year - choose a colour that feels like closing - notice what you’re ready to release without forcing it. You’re welcome to share a word, image, or feeling here or keep it entirely private. Make a tea. Take your time.

A gentle beginning for your creative journey To welcome you into the Tea House, I’ve prepared a small bundle —a soft offering to ease you into journaling, colour, and reflection. Inside, you’ll find: ✨ Simple journaling prompts for days when you don’t know where to begin. ✨ Tiny creative invitations that spark play without pressure. ✨ A set of Advent Reflection Cards, each one a moment of calm — a sentence, a question,a little doorway back to yourself during the winter season. If one prompt or card speaks to you, feel free to share a word, a feeling, or a tiny page in the Tea House. We’d love to see what emerges for you. These little practices are a lovely way to warm up for our free Dream Board session in January, where we’ll explore colour, intuition, and vision together. I’ll share the date and details soon. Beáta