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How a Simple Sketchbook Practice Changed My Life (as a Teacher and a Mom)

Nine years ago, I was a new mom battling postpartum anxiety, trying to balance teaching full-time and caring for my baby. Everything changed when I picked up an old sketchbook and made a small promise to myself: 20 minutes of creative time a day. What started as a simple act of self-care turned into a daily sketchbook practice that transformed my mental health, reignited my passion for art, and eventually led to a thriving creative career. In this post, I’m sharing how my sketchbook became a lifeline—and how it might just do the same for you.