Sometimes we cling too tightly to certain parts of life. Fearing change, we get stuck. This expression asks us to release our grasp on whatever is holding us back. Once we do that, we can flow freely with the natural ebb of life. Let go, and let the universe’s current carry you along.
- Self-standing desk art
- Handmade by artisans in Kenya,
- Crafted using soapstone
- Measures about 6 X 4.5 X 1 inches
- Weighs about 1.5 lbs
Beauty isn't perfect; it's authentic. This piece is artistically created by hand, where beauty and imperfections go together wonderfully. Please accept and appreciate minor imperfections and variations, which are true characteristics of this craft.
design: Bold block letters spelling 'LET IT GO' are hand-carved from a single piece of stone into a self-standing sculpture, finished in a bright, glossy green that catches the light along each carved edge.
size: Measures about 6 x 4.5 x 1 inches and weighs about 1.5 lbs.
material: Soapstone
features: Self-standing desk art, hand-carved lettering, glossy hand-painted finish, freestanding base for shelf or desk display
care: Dust gently with a soft, dry cloth and keep away from water and harsh cleaners to preserve the finish.
disclaimer: Because each piece is hand-carved and hand-painted by artisans, slight variations in shape, color, and finish are normal and part of its authentic, handmade character.
Meaning & Intention
The words carved into this piece are as much instruction as decoration. "Let it go" is one of the oldest pieces of wisdom across contemplative traditions — a reminder that suffering often comes not from what happens to us, but from how tightly we hold on afterward. Rendered in solid stone, the phrase takes on a kind of permanence, as if to say this truth is worth returning to again and again.
There's a quiet paradox in carving something so firm and lasting out of a message about release. Soapstone is dense and grounded, yet the words it forms point toward flow, surrender, and ease. That tension is the point: the sculpture doesn't ask you to be soft or passive, it asks you to be steady enough to open your hand.
Placed where you'll see it daily — a desk, a shelf, a windowsill — it becomes a small, recurring nudge. Not a demand to forget or dismiss what troubles you, but an invitation to loosen your grip on it, so that whatever needs to move through your life can keep moving.
Keep it somewhere your eyes land often — beside the keyboard, on a bookshelf, at the edge of a meditation space — so the message has a chance to work on you in small, cumulative doses. On a hard day, a glance at those carved letters can be enough to soften a clenched jaw or a spinning thought, a quiet cue to breathe out what you've been holding onto.
Essence & Elements
- Ideal For: Anyone moving through change, stress, or the urge to control outcomes, and looking for a grounding daily reminder
- Purpose: Desk decor, meditation space accent, shelf display, encouragement gift, mindfulness reminder
- Suggested Mantra: I release what no longer serves.
- Intention: Release, Acceptance, Renewal, Calm
Questions & Guidance
What is this piece made of?
It's hand-carved from soapstone, a soft, dense stone long favored by artisans for detailed sculptural work.
Does it need a stand?
No, it's designed to be self-standing on its own carved base.
Where was it made?
It's handmade by artisans in Kenya using traditional soapstone-carving techniques.
Will every piece look exactly the same?
Since each is hand-carved and hand-finished, expect small, natural variations in shape and color that make your piece one of a kind.
How do I clean it?
Simply wipe with a soft, dry cloth; avoid water or household cleaners, which can affect the painted finish.
