It Started With My Mom
Notes for Becoming began as a gift for my mom.
As I watched her navigate a difficult chapter in her healing journey, I wanted to give her something more meaningful than “stay positive.” I wanted her to have gentle words she could return to each day—reminders that acknowledged how difficult healing can be while still making room for hope.
So I created the first Notes for Becoming affirmation deck for her. She loved the cards and still uses them every day. Seeing them become a small but meaningful part of her daily routine made me realise they could support other people too.
That personal gift grew into Notes for Becoming: a small business creating thoughtful reminders for people navigating healing, loss, change and new beginnings. Our cards aren’t about forced positivity or pretending everything is fine. They offer an honest, screen-free moment of comfort, reflection and encouragement—something tangible to keep close when simply taking the next step is enough.
Every deck carries the same intention as the one I created for my mom: to help someone feel supported, hopeful and a little less alone.
Whether you’re choosing these cards for your own journey or giving them to someone you love, thank you for allowing Notes for Becoming to become part of it.
- Ioana x