Lunar New Year Paper Cutting for Asian Working Mothers

Lunar New Year offers a rare pause—a chance to clear, reflect, and begin again.

The Second Steep is a quiet, intentional morning gathering created to support Asian working mothers as they navigate the space between culture, career, and care. This is a space to slow down, settle into yourself, and mark the new year with intention rather than urgency.

Inspired by the Year of the Fire Horse—symbolizing energy, courage, and forward movement—we’ll explore how to honor our inner fire without burning ourselves out. This gathering is not about goal-setting or self-optimization, but about making space for what’s ready to emerge.

• A small, intimate circle of Asian working mothers
• Guided reflective prompts rooted in Lunar New Year themes
• Chinese paper cutting as a calming, meditative art practice
• Thoughtful, facilitated conversation (sharing always optional)
• A handmade paper cutting to take home as a Lunar New Year decoration and symbol of intention

As we work with our hands, we’ll gently reflect on questions such as:

• What am I ready to release from the last season?
• What kind of energy do I want to carry into this new year?

This gathering is for Asian working mothers who:

• Feel stretched between family expectations, personal values, and professional roles
• Are moving through a season of transition, questioning, or recalibration
• Crave deeper conversations beyond logistics and survival mode
• Want to honor Lunar New Year in a way that feels reflective, embodied, and meaningful

• A Lunar New Year paper cutting for your home
• A sense of grounding and clarity to start the year
• Connection—to yourself and to others navigating similar paths

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