The Sacred Practice of Slowing Down in Motherhood: Lessons from an Art Therapist in Denver

When I became a first-time mom in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic, I felt untethered, isolated, and overwhelmed. It wasn’t until I began slowing down—returning to art, presence, and in-person community—that I found my way home to myself. For me, slowing down became a sacred practice: a way to reconnect mind, body, and spirit. As an art therapist in Denver, I’ve seen how this practice can open space for healing, creativity, and deeper connection.