SSCS Framework - Self Soothing Creative Steps
SSCS™ Framework — Self-Soothing Creative Steps
The SSCS™ Framework is a practical path for creative becoming—moving from survival-led responses to agency, joy, and self-defined thriving. It blends nervous-system awareness with creative practice so you can choose responses, design boundaries, and live your values—at home, at work, and in community.
Built for individuals, teams, and organisations seeking ethically grounded growth, SSCS™ gives clear steps you can use today—and keep using as your capacity expands.
“Freedom isn’t the ceiling; it’s the foundation we build from.”
— Amja Unabashedly
The Four SSCS™ Pillars
Each pillar is a step you can practice. Together, they form a cycle you can return to whenever you need to reset, realign, and move.
1) Support
Map your supports and stressors. Identify what grounds you (people, places, practices). Build consent-based networks and practical buffers for real-life bandwidth.
Ikigai Support
Original artwork by Amja Unabashedly
Support — SSCS™ Pillar One
2) Self-Love
Practice self-regard without performance. Language, limits, and micro-choices that honour your values and energy, today.
A Heart To Hold
Original artwork by Amja Unabashedly
Self-Love — SSCS™ Pillar Two
3) Spirituality
Make space for meaning—whatever that is for you. Quiet, contemplation, collective care, or creativity as a way of listening.
Spiritual Solitude
Original artwork by Amja Unabashedly
Spiritualityt — SSCS™ Pillar Three
4) Security
Design safety in layers: boundaries, money flows, time protection, digital hygiene, and exit/backup plans. Capacity grows where safety is tended.
Universal Child Support
Original artwork by Amja Unabashedly
Security — SSCS™ Pillar Four
How SSCS™ Works in Practice
We start where you are. Then we choose one actionable step per pillar and build a simple Daily Rhythm that is realistic and repeatable. We prioritise nervous-system regulation, consent-based boundaries, and small wins that compound into momentum.
Assess
Map supports, stressors, and current bandwidth.
Align
Choose one step per pillar that matches your season.
Act
Practice your Daily Rhythm; review weekly; iterate gently.
“We don’t chase resilience here. We learn to respect capacity and let confidence catch up.”
— Amja Unabashedly
Who It’s For
Individuals
Design a grounded Daily Rhythm that supports your creative becoming.
Organisations
Trauma-aware culture building, values-aligned processes, and brave-but-respectful leadership.
Education
Framework-led learning with reflective practice and creative methods that honour student agency.
Facilitating “The Art of Wellbeing is Your Business” workshop at Rebel School — integrating art and SSCS™ principles in practice.
Signature SSCS™ Formats
- Creative Catalyst (Talk/Workshop) — an energising introduction to theSSCS™ exploring the power of creativity and transformation through practical steps you can apply the same day
- Artful Reclamation (Reflective Lab) — project-based learning that turns values into practice and practice into outcomes
- Leadership Through Movement — practical, body-aware approaches to decision making and boundary setting that strengthen presence, calm and authentic leadership
Facilitating a creative wellbeing workshop — applying the SSCS™ Framework through art and reflection.
From Framework to Daily Rhythm
SSCS™ is the why and what. Our Hydrate, Affirm, Adorn™ page is the how—simple, repeatable practices that help you embody freedom in everyday choices and grounded steps that respect your season.
Explore Hydrate, Affirm, Adorn™What Changes With SSCS™
Personal
Calmer decision-making, kinder self-talk, and boundaries that actually affirm who you are becoming.
Professional
Clearer priorities, safer collaboration, and processes that reflect your values.
Organisational
Trauma-aware policies, consent-based practices, and teams with capacity to deliver.
Community
Shared language for care, accountability, and creative problem-solving.
FAQs
Is SSCS™ therapy?
No. SSCS™ is creative learning framework. It complements therapy and coaching by giving you practical, repeatable steps for everyday living and leadership.
Will this work if I’m overwhelmed?
Yes. We scale to your bandwidth. Start small, protect safety, and build momentum gently.
How do we begin as an organisation?
We run an SSCS™ Discovery Session to map needs and design a scope that respects capacity, context, and culture.
Ready to build from freedom?
Book a conversation or bring SSCS™ into your team.
Start the SSCS™ conversationYes. Community-rooted workshops are facilitated by Amja through our nonprofit platform, Let Art Be Your Becoming CIC.
We offer flexible pricing for charities, CICs, and councils working with women, young people, or communities facing adversity.
You can view our partner-facing pricing guide or reach out directly to co-create an offering tailored to your goals.
- 📧 Community Enquiries: letartbyb@gmail.com
- 📧 Corporate & Speaking: amja@amjaunabashedly.com
