Thistle and Thrive Wellness Counseling

08/29/2026

Today was such a beautiful reminder of why I love what I do. ❤️

I watched a group of women slow down, get creative, laugh, reflect, encourage one another, and simply enjoy being present.

And hearing them talk about how good it felt to intentionally set aside time just for themselves? That was everything.

This is what I hope Art to Thrive continues to create; a little space to pause, create, connect, and leave feeling a little more connected to yourself.

Today was Pages of Purpose.

And I think we created something pretty special. 💜

08/26/2026

What would you want your future self to remember? 💌

One of the pages I’m creating for Pages of Purpose is an “Open Me” envelope. A little message to myself to open one year from now.

I love that this workshop isn’t about creating a perfect journal. It’s about giving yourself permission to slow down, explore, play with color and texture, follow your curiosity, and create something that feels like you.

There is no right way to create your story.

📖 Pages of Purpose
Saturday, August 29 | 10:30 AM–12 PM
📍 Downtown Bradenton
🎟️ $40 + tax

No artistic experience needed. Just come ready to make a little time for yourself. 💜

Tickets: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/art-to-thrive-expressive-art-workshop-tickets-1992016336486?utm_experiment=test_share_listing&aff=ebdsshios

08/25/2026

You're invited to Pages of Purpose!
Sometimes we need to intentionally put time for ourselves on the calendar.
On August 29th, we'll spend a couple of hours slowing down, reflecting, journaling, and creating personalized pages using meaningful papers, vintage inspired materials, and thoughtful prompts.
There is no right way to create your journal. It's your story and your creative space.
Saturday, August 29th | 10:30 AM–12 PM
📍 Downtown Bradenton
🎟️ $40 + tax
No artistic experience needed!
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/art-to-thrive-expressive-art-workshop-tickets-1992016336486

08/19/2026

What if you made a little time for yourself?

Not to check something off your to-do list.
Not to take care of someone else.
Just time to slow down, reflect, and create.

Pages of Purpose is an Art to Thrive workshop where you’ll begin creating a personalized journal as unique as your story by using meaningful papers, vintage-inspired materials, and plenty of room for creative freedom.

📖 Pages of Purpose
Saturday, August 29 | 10:30 AM–12 PM
📍 Downtown Bradenton
🎟️ $40 + tax
No artistic experience needed.

Make time for yourself. 💜

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/art-to-thrive-expressive-art-workshop-tickets-1992016336486?utm_experiment=test_share_listing&aff=ebdsshios

08/14/2026

A little sneak peek at Pages of Purpose…

A few of the papers, textures, colors, and treasures waiting for you on August 29th.

This workshop is truly about you.

Your story.
Your creativity.
Your memories.
Your ideas.
Your imagination.

You’ll have the freedom to choose what speaks to you, decorate a few pages (or as many as you want!), and begin creating a personalized journal that is uniquely yours.

We’ll make space to slow down, reflect, journal, and create; without worrying about making it “perfect.”

No artistic experience needed. Just come curious. 💜

📖 Pages of Purpose
Saturday, August 29 | 10:30 AM–12 PM
📍 Downtown Bradenton

🎟️ Tickets: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/art-to-thrive-expressive-art-workshop-tickets-1992016336486?utm_experiment=test_share_listing&aff=ebdsshios

08/12/2026

📖 You're invited to Pages of Purpose!

My next Art to Thrive workshop is coming up on Saturday, August 29th from 10:30 AM–12 PM in Downtown Bradenton.

We'll spend the morning slowing down, reflecting, and creating personalized journals using meaningful papers, vintage-inspired materials, and thoughtful prompts.

No artistic experience needed! 💜

🎟️ Tickets: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/art-to-thrive-expressive-art-workshop-tickets-1992016336486

08/05/2026

Save the Date! 📖

I’m so excited to introduce my newest Art to Thrive workshop, Pages of Purpose.

Join me on Saturday, August 29, from 10:30 AM–12:00 PM in Downtown Bradenton for a relaxing morning of creativity, reflection, and connection.

We’ll begin creating personalized journals using meaningful papers, vintage-inspired materials, and thoughtful prompts. No artistic experience is needed, just come as you are.

🎟️ Tickets are available here:

Create a meaningful journal with vintage-inspired papers and thoughtful prompts. Pause, reflect, and tell your story, one page at a time.

07/19/2026

Before anyone arrived yesterday, the room was quiet.

The tables were set.
The journal questions were waiting.
The beads were carefully arranged.
Everything was ready for a room full of conversation, creativity, and connection.

It reminded me that sometimes growth begins long before we can see it. It happens when we create space to pause; space to breathe; space to reflect.

As you begin a new week, I hope you find even a small window of time to slow down, reconnect with yourself, and notice the strengths you already carry within you.

Wishing you a peaceful Sunday. ☀️💜

07/17/2026

✨ One year.

Today marks one year since I publicly launched Thistle & Thrive Wellness Counseling.

When I think back to where I was a year ago, I remember feeling excited, hopeful...and honestly, a little nervous. Starting a business means stepping into the unknown and trusting that each small step will lead somewhere meaningful.

This past year has been filled with so many firsts.
~My first private pay clients.
~ My first Art to Thrive workshops.
~ New friendships and networking connections.
~ Opportunities that stretched me beyond my comfort zone.
~ Countless moments where I chose progress over perfection.

Not every day has been easy, but every experience has taught me something. I've learned that growth doesn't happen all at once. It happens one conversation, one decision, one brave "yes" at a time.

Today I'm taking time to reflect on this first year: the lessons learned, the people I've met, the lives I've had the privilege to be part of, and the dreams that are still unfolding.

To everyone who has encouraged me, referred someone, attended a workshop, shared a post, trusted me with your story, or simply cheered me on, thank you. Your support has meant more than you know.

Here's to celebrating one year...and to all that is still to come.

Happy Anniversary, Thistle & Thrive. 🌿💜

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07/16/2026

There are some people you meet who immediately put you at ease, and Shary Gonzalez is one of them.

We recently connected one on one, and it didn’t take long to understand why she’s so passionate about helping others. Her warmth, compassion, and genuine desire to create spaces where people can slow down and restore themselves shine through in every conversation.

If you’re looking for a meaningful way to start your weekend, her Sunset Wellness Experience looks like a beautiful opportunity to reconnect with yourself.

Wishing you a wonderful event this weekend! ❤️