✨ The Brilliance Report - Issue No. 18
Practical clarity and grounded inspiration to guide your week.
Hi Reader!
December brings its own kind of intensity, doesn’t it? The lists get longer, the days feel shorter, and the pressure to “finish strong” settles in fast. I’ve been reminding myself, and now you, that clarity doesn’t come from doing it all. It comes from choosing what matters most in the season you’re actually in, not the one you imagined months ago.
💡 This Week’s Thought:
Progress becomes sustainable when your priorities reflect your real life, not your ideal one. Every “yes” has a cost. Protect your energy by choosing what truly deserves it. That’s how focus turns into results.
🎨 In the Studio:
I was genuinely excited about releasing my Advent journal this year. It was turning out beautifully, and I loved where it was headed as I was completing it. But with Advent already underway and only the early pages currently available, recreating the full project in time just isn’t possible. Instead of forcing it, I’m giving it the space it needs to become something truly meaningful for next year.
Meanwhile, my PLR Templates were part of a bundle that launched the second half of November and I’m shifting my focus to some new projects and a December bundle, Unwrap the Magic , I’m part of that launched on the 1st of December. There’s something energizing about leaning into what is possible right now. There’s more coming your way this month.
🌸 Business Strategies for Makers + PLR Sellers:
- Lean into seasonal alignment. Highlight products that fit December or early year planning. Visibility rises when your audience is already thinking about the theme.
- Protect your priorities. Pick two results you want to achieve this week. Only two. This creates focus without overwhelm and gives your energy somewhere clear to land.
- Strengthen your visibility. If you’re participating in a December promo or bundle, share it more than once. Consistency matters more than volume.
🌼 Inspiration for Everyone:
- Set a “today intention.” One sentence that defines how you want the day to feel can anchor your mindset.
- Replace one draining habit. Not everything needs an overhaul. One swap can shift the whole week.
- Choose a finish line. Pick a task you want completed before the weekend ends. Closure builds confidence.
🌸 Creative Nudge:
Try a “clarity countdown.” Pick one nagging task, set a 10-minute timer, and move it forward as far as you can. Quick wins create fresh momentum, especially in a busy month.
🌼 Mini Reflection:
I couldn’t decide so here are two reflections:
“Success is not final, failure is not fatal: it is the courage to continue that counts.” — Winston Churchill
“It is not enough to be busy… the question is: what are we busy about?” — Henry David Thoreau
🌸 Wrap Up:
You don’t need a perfect plan to make meaningful progress this month. You just need clarity and direction. Choose what aligns with your real capacity, not the pressure of the season.
✨ You’ll find a few favorite tools and offers below to help you stay focused and give you a fresh spark of inspiration.
Until next time,
Melinda
Art Brilliance Studio | Thoughtful resources for purposeful living and business
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🎨 Affiliate Corner:
Here are resources from people I trust + products I love that you might find helpful:
🦋 For my faith-based friends:
If you are looking for a gift for someone or yourself, I wanted you to know about a planner I truly love to use every year. I even like the emails that are sent every month to help you use your planner. I’ve already purchased mine for this coming year and another as a gift for my sister.
The Prayerful Planner I purchased comes in different sizes and patterns. I have chosen different styles of this prayerful planner over the past couple years and really love each one I chose. It’s a mixture of a Christian planner and a prayer journal. Check it out here.
🦋 Freebies:
1) Rebecca/That PLR Girl is hosting Unwrap the Magic and I’ve teamed up with a group of creative business owners for this fun, festive digital gift event.
Each day in December, a new gift unlocks: planners, downloads, printables, art, and more! 🎁 (I’ve contributed something I know you’ll love!)
These are high-quality, full products made with love by indie creators (like me!). I’m excited to be part of it!
It’s completely free to join. Just sign up once and get more than 25 digital surprises delivered throughout the month. ✨
These aren’t boring freebies. These are full-value products generously gifted for your personal use. Sign up here.
2) Shannon from Digitally Yours Today has a FREE Christmas Clipart Gnomes Lead Magnet MRR. Grab this Christmas Gnomes Clip Art Pack and get 9 high-quality PNG images with Master Resell Rights — so you can create polished products without starting from scratch.
Whether you're creating PLR templates, Etsy listings, or TPT resources, these seasonal designs will save you time and elevate your offers. Get it here.
3) Crissy Herron from IndieBizChicks has a new FREEBIE.
Winter Wellness PLR
Get an 18 page done-for-you workbook on Winter Wellness. This covers everything from staying healthy during cold and flu season to seasonal depression, and more!
You get PLR Rights. You can edit this, brand it, and use it as your own product or lead magnet. Get it here.
4) Natural Life. I love Natural Life & think you will too! They make the cutest treasures & clothes. Not exactly a freebie but a good discount! Here's 20% off to use on your first order! Enjoy!
🌼 For my PLR + small business friends:
1) The Aimee K Agency’s 3rd Annual 12 Days of Gifts is here. 🎁
From December 1 to 12, you can sign up to receive a brand-new digital gift every day. Each gift features valuable resources such as trainings, DFY blog posts, clipart, and commercial-use Canva templates with Private Label Rights (PLR) to support your business. Most of the PLR templates & clipart packs featured during the event are brand new products! Every gift is available for 24 hours only, so joining early ensures you don't miss a day! Do not miss these free gifts. Sign up now here and check out today’s gift.
Missed a gift or joining the 12 Days of Gifts event late?
The VIP Access Pass gives you instant access to all 12 gifts for only $10, no matter which day you sign up. You will have until January 30 2026 to redeem everything at your own pace.
You will also receive these VIP bonuses:
✨ Option to add all gifts to your account for lifetime access
✨ A Google Tracker with direct links to each gift (value $9)
✨ One DFY Blog Post Pack from The Aimee K Agency shop (value $10)
✨ A coupon to use toward templates or clipart in The Aimee K Agency shop (value $37)
Do not miss your chance to grab every gift and enjoy the bonuses!The VIP Access Pass is available until December 12 at 11:59 PM ET. Get the VIP pass here.
2) Carrie from Peaceful Passive Income has a new FREE Christmas Clipart set that is perfect for any last-minute holiday products you are creating.
The Christmas Gifts Clipart Set features 25 adorable trees, presents, ornaments, stockings, and bows. All in a super cute style with Master Resell Rights included! Get it here.
A little about myself:
My name is Melinda. I am a mom to my beautiful, talented daughter, and I also have a feisty little white dog. I am an artist, and my faith is important to me. I love gorgeous sunrises and sunsets, yummy dark chocolate, pretty flowers, and colorful butterflies. I have always loved art! I am a Certified Creatively Fit Coach (CCFC) and have collaborated with my fellow CCFC friends to become a published coloring book illustrator! I have an Etsy shop with personal printables, PLR templates and print on demand products - many of which contain designs from my original artwork! I am a digital content provider. I believe we are the artists and creators of our lives!
My artistic endeavors have given me the wonderful opportunity to connect with creative people from all over the world, including YOU!
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