The Power of a Simple Reminder
When I’m deep in the creative flow—painting, designing, or arranging botanicals—it’s easy to lose myself in the process.
Hours slip by, and I become completely immersed in the work, pouring so much love and attention into every detail.
But in my dedication, I sometimes forget to tend to my own needs.
That's when my eyes catch the soft pink glow of rose quartz on my desk. And in that moment, I remember.
I remember to:
🌿 Pause.
🌿 Breathe deeply.
🌿 Stretch. Move. Hydrate.
🌿 Listen—to my body, my energy, my intuition.
A single rose quartz crystal sits at my studio desk—a quiet companion among the brushes, dried flowers, and scattered sketches of ideas waiting to bloom.
Nestled inside one of my floral earth vessels, it feels like a tiny heartbeat. A grounding presence. A gentle reminder.
Rose quartz doesn’t demand. It doesn’t guilt or push. It simply exists—steadfast in its quiet beauty.
Cultivating a Space That Nurtures
Our surroundings shape us. A well-loved creative space—a desk, a cozy corner, a sunlit garden bench—has the power to nourish, ground, and inspire.
Objects placed with intention can serve as sacred touchpoints, drawing us back to ourselves.
For me, it’s my rose quartz floral earth vessel. For you, it might be a flickering candle, a breathtaking photo of nature, a handwritten affirmation, or a simple note to yourself. Whatever it is, let it be something that calls you home to the present moment.
Why Meaningful Reminders Matter
A nurturing space isn’t just about aesthetics—it’s about well-being. Our environment deeply influences our inner peace, mindset, and emotional health.
Placing sacred and meaningful reminders within that space is an act of self-care. These symbols—whether words, objects, or elements of nature—become gentle anchors, helping us return to what truly matters.
They don’t just remind us of our intentions; they actively shape our emotional and mental state, fostering a sense of connection, purpose, and inner harmony.
A Simple Pause: Be Here Now
Try this today: whatever you’re doing, bring your full attention to the experience itself—not the outcome, but the moment. Notice how it shifts when you truly engage.
When we anchor ourselves in the present, we step out of the endless loops of future worry and past regret. This simple shift creates space for our nervous system to regulate, easing stress and anxiety.
Physiologically:
Presence activates the parasympathetic nervous system (the "rest and digest" state), allowing the body to repair, restore, and function optimally.
- The breath deepens.
- The heart steadies.
- The mind softens, creating space for clarity and inner peace.
Emotionally:
Presence helps us process experiences as they come, preventing them from being stored as unprocessed tension.
- Presence encourages self-compassion.
- Helps us recognize our needs.
- Promotes responding to others with care.
Creatively:
Presence opens the door to flow.
- It allows us to focus on the act, not the outcome,
- Allows for creativity to move freely.
- Creativity becomes intuitive and effortless, rather than forced.
Closing Thoughts: Self-Care Is Not Separate from the Work
Presence is its own kind of medicine. When we intentionally create a space that nurtures us, we allow ourselves to flourish.
Creativity thrives when we are well. And self-care isn’t separate from the work—it is the work.
A Simple Ritual for Self-Love
If you feel called, try this:
💗 Place a small piece of rose quartz somewhere you’ll see it every day.
💗 When your gaze lands on it, take a deep breath. Check in with yourself.
💗 Ask: What do I need in this moment? A sip of water? A deep stretch? A moment of stillness?
💗 Give yourself that small act of care.
These tiny moments add up. They are the softest form of magic. A love note to yourself.
And you, my dear, are always worth the love.
🌸✨ With care, always,
Charina