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This Might Be the Good Part – A Quiet Reminder to Be Here Now

A close-up of Sophie Mutlu in a blue striped shirt, looking down thoughtfully with a gentle expression.

Maybe joy isn’t something we arrive at — maybe it’s something we notice. In a soft afternoon light. In a laugh we didn’t expect. In a quiet moment that asks nothing of us but to be there for it. This post is a gentle reminder: what if this is already the good part?

What Are You Still Carrying? | A Gentle Reflection on Letting Go

Sophie Mutlu smiling softly in golden afternoon light, wearing silver jewelry and a white tank top.

We carry so much without even noticing — old fears, outdated roles, stories we no longer believe in.
This post is a soft reminder to pause, check in, and ask: Does this still belong to me?
A quiet reflection on healing, identity, and the quiet power of letting go.

A Season of Making: Summer Creativity and Connection in the Yukon

A Season of Making: Summer Creativity and Connection in the Yukon

Summer in the Yukon is here, and with it, the joy of making, sharing, and being present in the warmth of it all.

Things I’m Letting In Lately: A Quiet List from the Yukon

Wildflowers in a mason jar on a rustic wooden table inside a cozy Yukon kitchen — a soft reminder to notice small beauty.

Not everything has to be a breakthrough. Sometimes, it’s just noticing the light again. Here's a quiet list of what’s been inspiring me lately.

The Truth About Healing: An Honest Reflection on the Journey

The Truth About Healing: An Honest Reflection on the Journey
The Truth About Healing: An Honest Reflection on the Journey There’s a version of healing that gets shared a lot — the one where everything looks s...

Returning to the Yukon: Finding Balance After Four Weeks in Germany

Returning to the Yukon: Finding Balance After Four Weeks in Germany

It’s been two weeks since we returned from Germany. I’m slowly finding my rhythm again — carrying the softness of that time, while grounding myself back home.

Leaving Germany: A Bittersweet Goodbye and Returning to the Yukon

Leaving Germany: A Bittersweet Goodbye and Returning to the Yukon

As my time in Germany comes to a close, I carry home deep reconnections, precious memories, and a sense of peace I didn’t know I needed.

Reuniting With My Son: Two Emotional Weeks Apart and the Softness of Coming Home

Sophie Mutlu sitting in a quiet vintage living room, surrounded by books and soft light, reflecting during her time alone in Germany.

After two emotional weeks in Germany without my son, today we reunite. I'm carrying with me the quiet healing, deep conversations, and renewed strength that unfolded in this space apart.

A Quiet Week in Germany: Healing, Family Time & Longing for My Son

A Quiet Week in Germany: Healing, Family Time & Longing for My Son

I’m spending this week in Germany without my son, recharging with family, revisiting memories, and finding quiet strength in stillness, distance, and love.

The Morning of Departure: Carrying Hope and Courage to Germany

Sophie Mutlu standing in the doorway of her studio, smiling gently before departing on her journey to Germany.

The day has arrived. Today, Kato and I fly to Germany. My heart feels full of emotions — but also full of quiet hope. A few thoughts before we go.

Pausing the Studio: A Journey Back to Germany with Kato

Pausing the Studio: A Journey Back to Germany with Kato

In just 8 days, I’ll be traveling back to Germany with my son Kato. A pause from the studio, a return to my roots, and a time to reconnect with family and recharge my soul.

My First Market Experience: Sharing My Handmade Jewelry and Nature-Inspired Illustrations in the Yukon

My First Market Experience: Sharing My Handmade Jewelry and Nature-Inspired Illustrations in the Yukon

This season marks a special milestone—my very first time selling my handmade jewelry and Yukon-inspired illustrations at a local market! Join me as I share the excitement, the nervous butterflies, and the joy of connecting with the community face to face.