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Freedom Within Limitations

Jodie Garth

A personal story of how I learned to honour my brain and find freedom within limitations. Painting without rules helped me reconnect with joy, ease, and self-compassion – and might...

Freedom Within Limitations

Jodie Garth

A personal story of how I learned to honour my brain and find freedom within limitations. Painting without rules helped me reconnect with joy, ease, and self-compassion – and might...

The Liminal Space

Jodie Garth

I explore the vulnerable, unfinished beauty of liminal spaces – through poetry, art, and the tension of being between what was and what's next.

The Liminal Space

Jodie Garth

I explore the vulnerable, unfinished beauty of liminal spaces – through poetry, art, and the tension of being between what was and what's next.

Matrescence: The Unravelling

Jodie Garth

Jodie shares an honest reflection on the quiet unravel of matrescence, ADHD, and motherhood — and the slow, imperfect stitching back together through support, creativity, and connection.

Matrescence: The Unravelling

Jodie Garth

Jodie shares an honest reflection on the quiet unravel of matrescence, ADHD, and motherhood — and the slow, imperfect stitching back together through support, creativity, and connection.

Caterpillar Soup

Jodie Garth

What really happens inside a cocoon? It’s messier - and more meaningful - than we often imagine. In this reflection, I share how learning the truth about caterpillar soup helped...

Caterpillar Soup

Jodie Garth

What really happens inside a cocoon? It’s messier - and more meaningful - than we often imagine. In this reflection, I share how learning the truth about caterpillar soup helped...

The Problem of Can't

Jodie Garth

A thoughtful exploration of the hidden reasons behind "I can't do this" – introducing a 5-part framework that invites curiosity, compassion, and connection. Perfect for creatives, parents, educators, and anyone...

The Problem of Can't

Jodie Garth

A thoughtful exploration of the hidden reasons behind "I can't do this" – introducing a 5-part framework that invites curiosity, compassion, and connection. Perfect for creatives, parents, educators, and anyone...

For You: The Quiet Courage of Caring

Jodie Garth

A heartfelt reflection on the meaning behind giving — from flowers to cards — and the quiet courage it takes to show we care. This post explores vulnerability, connection, and...

For You: The Quiet Courage of Caring

Jodie Garth

A heartfelt reflection on the meaning behind giving — from flowers to cards — and the quiet courage it takes to show we care. This post explores vulnerability, connection, and...