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Sometimes, life feels heavy, and even the smallest glimmers of comfort—like sunlight on your face or a favorite song—can make all the difference.

These moments may be tiny, but they’re powerful reminders that ease exists even in tough times. As an art therapist, I encourage you to notice these glimmers, collecting them like little treasures for your mind - and this is a little creative process you can do too!

When things feel overwhelming, start with the smallest step you can. Maybe it’s holding a soft object (I love my dog thunder), taking a deep breath of fresh outdoor air, or having a warm bevy of your fave choice. Starting small is about creating space for calm in a way that feels manageable, letting your nervous system take a gentle pause - and we need this when we are overwhelmed with dispair, burnout or sadness.

And here’s something amazing: when you practice gratitude, even just for a few seconds, your brain responds. It releases chemicals that make you feel safe and steady, slowly rewiring to notice more good.

Over time, these tiny moments of gratitude and glimmers add up can reshape how you experience the world, one small moment at a time.

🌟 All this project needed was some card stock, paper, scissors, glue and a pen. I’m curious how you’ll personalize yours! And I’d love to hear about a glimmer in your life in the comments 👇

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