Healthcare worker well-being is inextricably interconnected with patient outcomes

because we are all entangled together in a broken system.

What are we going to do about it?

INTROSPECTIVE   SPACES

Welcome to our communities of care

We are healthcare workers taking care of one another.

Together, we navigate moral distress through soulful practices like art + ritual in communities of care. We also build inclusive community spaces to foster connection and cultivate contemplative practice in service of reimagining equity, sustainability and justice in healthcare.

Explore our site to find retreats, book clubs and online workshops tailored for healthcare professionals seeking to build a life of connection and reflection.

Who Are We?

We are a MD + RN team who are passionate about creating community spaces for connection & introspection for healthcare workers. Learn more about us here.

Anu Gorukanti, MD (She/Hers)- Co-Founder

Laura Holford, RN (She/Hers)- Co-Founder

Our Offerings

Free Community Event!

Always On Call: Caretaker Guilt in Parenting and Practice

On February 12 at 11 AM PST, we’re gathering for a special Conversation with the Author featuring Jenna, Artist’s Way alum and author of the upcoming book Guilt Free.

Hosted by Nima and Megan, this conversation will explore what it means to feel always on call, and how we might begin to loosen guilt’s grip with honesty, compassion, and creative practice.

  • → February 12

  • → 11:00 AM PST

  • → Virtual event

Learn more

Free Info Webinar!

Interested in learning more about The Artist’s Way?

On February 5 at 1215 PM PST, we’re holding a brief yet informative webinar all about the upcoming cohort of The Artist’s Way for Healthcare Workers.

  • → February 5

  • → 12:15 PM PST

  • → Virtual event

  • → Register by scanning the QR code or filling out the form below

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Artist’s Way for Healthcare Workers

Register now for Spring 2026!

Learn more here

Watch our recap video of our Celebrating Creativity in Healthcare Event from this past May!

Our Community

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Our Collaborations

  • Oncology Nursing Society

  • National Association of Hispanic Nurses

  • The Coaching Fellowship

  • Climate Health Now

  • EmpoweRx

  • Don't Clock Out

  • Stanford Healthy Living

See Our Collaborations Here

What People Are Saying

  • "When I first became a nurse, I had this hope and vision of finding a community of healthcare workers that I could reflect with on the spiritual meaning of our shared work. I had forgotten about this dream until recently when it occurred to me that it has been realized in all of you!"

  • "Participating in The Artist’s Way Bookclub for healthcare workers has felt like another homecoming. Introspective Spaces has fostered a safe, inclusive space for connection and community healing."

    "Participating in The Artist’s Way Bookclub for healthcare workers has felt like another homecoming. Introspective Spaces has fostered a safe, inclusive space for connection and community healing."

  • “It was really a lovely way to spend the morning, reflecting with like minded women, and exploring a more introspective, spiritual journey. Very rare to find spaces like this, especially in COVID, and I really am so grateful for this space and time.”

  • “I'm not sure what I was expecting when I first signed up but this was beyond what I was anticipating. I am excited to go to future events”