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A Month of Release: Reflecting, Renewing, and Ready for What’s Next

Hi creative souls! Can you believe we’ve already made our way through the first month of the year? January always seems to be a time of both release and renewal—of letting go of what no longer serves us and welcoming what’s ready to come.

If January has been a difficult and emotional month for you, you are not alone.

I always find that January makes me reflect on things that I’ve held close. Despite being a month of optimism and growth, this reflection can sometimes lead to feelings of discomfort. The energy of this time invites us to clear the way for new possibilities, but it also asks us to honor the spaces that needed to be released in order to make room for growth.

As we close out this month, I hope you’ve taken some time to reflect on what you’re ready to let go of and what new intentions or inspirations you want to welcome into your journey. I hope this edition of our newsletter is a gentle nudge to continue that process of reflection, while offering tools and prompts to keep the flow of release and renewal going.

This January, we hosted a workshop to honor the themes of transition, release, and letting go, through the art of Paper Marbling and Poetry. You can read more about it here!

And speaking of new beginnings, HAPPY LUNAR NEW YEAR! 🐉🧧 Whether you are celebrating or not, it’s a wonderful opportunity to restart the new year with fresh energy and intentions. The Lunar New Year is all about renewal, family, and setting positive intentions for the year ahead. Whether you’re decorating with red for good luck, enjoying festive meals with loved ones, or simply taking a moment to set new goals, it’s a beautiful way to embrace a fresh start.

And hey, if your New Year’s resolutions didn’t quite stick in January (mine did not), consider this your second chance. We all love a lil do-over😉 

Wishing you all a joyful and prosperous Lunar New Year! May it bring you renewed creativity, inspiration, and a sense of peace as we continue our journey together.

1. Journal Prompts for Reflection

📓 What has been made possible for me by letting go this month?
As we wrap up January, take a moment to reflect on what you’ve released and how that’s created space for new growth. This prompt invites you to recognize the shifts you’ve already made, even if they feel small. What has letting go allowed you to make room for? What new energy or opportunities are emerging in your life as a result?

📓 What does success look like for you this year?
Take a moment to reflect on what success truly means to you in the coming months. Is it about achieving specific goals, cultivating certain habits, or simply finding more peace and balance? How will you know when you’ve reached it? Consider the signs, feelings, or milestones that will tell you you've arrived at your version of success.

2. Creative Wellness Art Prompt

🎨 The “Welcome” Collage
This month’s creative prompt is a chance to visualize what you want to invite in as you move forward. As you reflect on the things you've let go of, what is now making space for newness to enter your life? Gather magazines or materials to create a collage that represents the new opportunities, dreams, and habits you want to welcome in this year. Let it be a visual celebration of the creative possibilities ahead.

3. Guided Meditation

🎧 Release & Receive | Let Go & Create Space Within
If January has been a time of clearing and releasing, this guided meditation by A Zen Mind Guided Meditations might be the perfect listen to close out the month. This meditation takes you on a journey of letting go and embracing new opportunities. It focuses on finding balance between releasing blockages and limiting beliefs, and creating a sacred space within where abundance and blessings can thrive. Listen here.

4. Lunar New Year Celebrations in NYC

📝 Ultimate Guide to 2025 Lunar New Year Celebrations in NYC Celebrate the Lunar New Year in style with our comprehensive guide to the best events in New York City. Discover the New York Public Library's celebration at Seward Park Library, enjoy the festivities at Lincoln Center, celebrate the year of the snake at the Seaport and Bryant Park, and experience the colorful parade in Chinatown. Whether you're a long-time celebrant or new to the traditions, this guide will help you embrace the Year of the Snake with joy and excitement. Read more here and here.

As January comes to a close, we hope you’re feeling a sense of renewal and clarity. May the space you’ve cleared this month make way for inspiration, growth, and the beauty that’s yet to come. Here’s to a year full of creative wellness and all the wonderful things you’re inviting into your life.

With love,
AT3