Letter from the Phoenix

Hey friends,

This week I caught myself watching the trees outside my window loosen their grip on summer. Each leaf, once bright and wild, now flares in amber and scarlet before drifting softly to the ground.

It’s such a beautiful surrender, isn’t it?

A reminder that letting go is its own kind of creation.

Our creative lives move through these same rhythms with periods of wild bloom, and then quiet, thoughtful pause. There’s wisdom in both. The shedding is not a failure; it’s preparation.

It’s easy to feel that pressure to stay on… to keep producing, posting, proving.

But what if true productivity isn’t the push, it’s the pulse?

What if the most potent magic happens in the pause, or in the soft recalibration between chapters?

This week, I invite you to honor your internal autumn.

What’s ready to fall away?

What new light is waiting beneath the surface?

Let’s give ourselves permission to breathe, to reflect, to trust that our next creative spring is already on its way.

Before you tackle your next task, take 60 seconds just for you.

Close your eyes. Breathe in deeply.

Let your thoughts settle like leaves drifting to the forest floor.

This micro-pause isn’t wasted time; it’s an energy reset. It centers you, sharpens your focus, and prevents burnout before it begins.

Try it before your next meeting or creative session.

Your mind will thank you.

Get ready to gather your light. This brand-new series will help you harness winter’s introspective energy for deep creative and personal renewal. Details and early access drop mid-November!

You may have noticed I am running behind, but I plan to drop this new kit this week, so stay tuned!

Our guide to setting intentions with the lunar cycle with fresh insights and journaling prompts. Perfect for aligning your goals with cosmic rhythms.

Beautifully designed journals for dreamers and doers, featuring guided prompts to spark your creativity and track your progress.

Finding balance and harmony as the seasons shift, a gentle reminder to honor your inner equilibrium.

Last week was full of action but not many products (honestly I prefer this over sals and marketing). Ashes to Action released a new blog, How I Reignited My Spark When Everything Felt Dim, and we explored a lot of self work in our Facebook community. I’ve been crazy chaotic behind the scenes but hope to have the October products wrapped up so we can dive into November soon!

A whimsical-meets-functional digital planner designed to keep your months organized and your creativity flowing. Featuring hyperlinked tabs, it’s ready for Penly, Goodnotes, Noteshelf, or any PDF annotation app — so you can plan, doodle, and dream all in one place.

This isn’t your typical cookie-cutter planner. Every page feels hand-touched and full of personality — giving you the freedom to structure your days without losing your spark. Because productivity doesn’t have to be sterile — it can be art.

Artists, entrepreneurs, dreamers, or anyone who thrives on a little color and creativity in their routine.

Start planning the moment inspiration strikes — no waiting, no shipping, just pure digital magic.

🖇️ Get it here: Shop Etsy now!

October freebies have officially dropped: A daily planner insert, morning ritual checklist, moon ritual toolkit and a seasonal self-care tracker await for you inside the Lunarium and I am slowly adding our older freebies to the Archives. As an Ember Subscriber, you’re automatically granted a key. Head over to the Lunarium and use the password below to enter!

Please click here to view a detailed guide on using the Lunarium environment!

May your week be filled with quiet strength and radiant purpose like a steadfast flame guiding you home.

With warmth and wild faith,