"One of the most calming and powerful actions you can do in a stormy world is to stand up and show your soul."— Clarissa Pinkola Estés

When we “show our soul,” we bring forward what’s real: our creativity, our compassion, our light. We stop hiding behind perfection or productivity and instead lead with presence and authenticity.

When life feels uncertain or the world feels heavy, it’s tempting to retreat and hide the most tender and beautiful parts of ourselves. It’s a reminder that peace doesn’t always mean stillness. Sometimes, it’s the strength to stay open-hearted in uncertain times, to show who we are, and to shine anyway.

In art, in jewelry, and in life, that’s what truly shines through, the beauty of what’s genuine. Each gemstone in my studio tells a story of transformation. Formed deep within the earth under pressure and time, it becomes something radiant once revealed. We’re not so different. Our own pressures and challenges shape us into something even more beautiful, if we allow our true selves to be seen.

Happy Monday!