Candle making began as a creative outlet during a difficult season in my nursing career. Like many new grads in the Emergency Department, I struggled with confidence, stress, and the toll it took on my mental health—especially through the infamous challenges of 2020. Creating candles gave me a way to slow down, breathe, and separate work from life. Each finished candle felt like a small victory, a moment of peace made by my own hands, and a reminder to leave my nurse brain at the door. What started as a personal comfort has since grown into Comfort Measures Candle Co.—a collection born from inspiration, resilience, and the desire to share that same calm with others.