In this episode, Hannah explores the intersections of creativity, relational healing, and personal experience, sharing insights from her work as an art therapist and her own life journey. With five years of professional experience, Hannah draws on her background in art, small business, and cultural exploration. Originally from Yorkshire, England, and living in Canada for 15 years, she brings a culturally informed, experiential approach, often engaging with the Caribbean diaspora. Her practice emphasizes fiber arts, storytelling, and the ways art can serve as both a therapeutic medium and a lens for understanding relationships, culture, and identity.Hannah reflects on “healing in relationships,” describing how childhood experiences—being dismissed or criticized—can shape adult interactions. She emphasizes that relational healing happens incrementally through repeated moments of trust, acceptance, and connection. Art-making is central to this process, offering a safe space to experiment, embrace imperfection, and process experiences. Hannah shares examples from her knitting practice, where shared experiences and even mistakes are woven into the work, embodying relational stories and memory.Ultimately, the episode illustrates how creativity and relational work are deeply intertwined. Art models adaptability and acceptance, while relationships provide emotional richness and stories that inform creativity. Hannah emphasizes that healing and growth are cumulative, arising from small moments of connection, trust, and experimentation. Through stories of art, family, partnerships, and community, listeners are invited to consider how creativity and intentional relational work foster resilience, understanding, and emotional well-being.

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