Clarice Gomes Designs

Day 1: Gratitude Helps Us See the Beauty Already Around Us

Affirmation
"I choose to notice the beauty that has been quietly waiting for me all along."

Reflection
Have you ever noticed how the more you paint flowers, the more flowers you begin to see everywhere? Gratitude works the same way. When we intentionally look for the good—even in the smallest moments—our hearts begin to notice more of it. Today, as your colours bloom across the paper, let them remind you that beauty has always been there. Sometimes we simply need to slow down enough to see it.

*How to do the challenge*
- Commit the next 5 days, take atleast 15 minutes for yourself.
- Each day, read the gratitude affirmation. Take a moment to reflect on it.
- Watch the painting video. Paint your version of the flower with gratitude in mind.
- Post it online and tag me .

For the next 5 days, slow down and paint loose florals in expressive watercolour while focusing on a positive affirmation. You don’t need to be “good” at painting—this is about presence, not perfection.

Every day includes:
✨ A short painting video (reel/short video)
✨ A gratitude self-care prompt
✨ A moment just for you to pause and breathe

This is your invitation to reconnect with creativity in a way that feels calming, freeing, and joyful.

All you need is brushes, paint, paper and 15 minutes. I am using the Velvetouch #4 and Neptune #6 - my go to brushes.