• FAQ: Welcoming You In
Welcome! If you’re curious about what you’ll find here, how I work and why I chose Substack, this FAQ will guide you.
What do I get for free?
Honest stories, heartfelt reflections, and creative nudges in all blog posts
Downloadable handouts for every Spark Reflection at the end of each post
What do paid members receive?
Everything in the free tier, plus:
Audio & video reflections
Yoga Nidra sessions
Themed e-books
Extended content
Member votes
Behind-the-scenes updates
Why join now?
Your support helps me dedicate more time and care into creating meaningful content. Early Bird pricing means your rate stays the same for the year, even if prices rise later. It’s a little thank you for being here from the start!
How much does it cost?
€8/month
€80/year (best value)
€120/year as a Founding Member (lifetime Early Bird pricing + special thank you)
Where does my subscription fee go?
Transparency matters to me, so here’s how your subscription is shared:
Substack: 10% (for hosting this space, delivering emails and platform features)
Stripe (payment processor): about 2.9% + €0.30 per transaction (for secure payments)
PayPal (if you use it): usually around 3–4% (varies by country)
The rest goes directly to me and supports the time, energy and heart I put into creating this space.
For example: On an €8/month subscription, I receive about €6.80 after fees.
Your support — even considering it — means a lot and helps me keep creating.
Can I cancel or change plans?
You can cancel anytime, no questions asked. Switching between monthly, yearly or free plans is easy and can be done anytime through your Substack account settings.
Do I need a Substack account?
No, you can still subscribe without one and continue as a guest. Having a free Substack account makes it easier to manage your subscription, switch plans or find past posts you’ve enjoyed. It’s a simple way to keep everything in one place.
Why Substack?
Substack offers a calm, ad-free space where voices like mine can connect with like-minded souls like you. It’s simple, honest and made to support genuine connection and creativity. Substack also makes it possible for me to receive your support, creating a meaningful exchange of energy that helps me keep sharing what I love.
What can you expect here?
Stories from my life between Amsterdam and a solar-powered, Wi-Fi-free casita on Mallorca.
Honest stories, heartfelt reflections and creative nudges for personal growth.
Supportive community with the 20+ Spark Circle. A circle of like-minded souls shaping this space together.
Each post ends with a gentle Spark Reflection which is a gentle nudge to pause, feel, and reconnect with yourself. If there’s a PDF handout, you’ll find it at the bottom.
How does your support help both of us?
Supporting Sparks by Studio20 is more than money. It’s energy flowing. Your subscription helps me create consistently from a grounded, sustainable place. It allows me to care for my home, health and creative spark so I can keep showing up with warmth, honesty and new ideas to share. It’s a cycle of giving and receiving that benefits us both.
What’s the bigger vision?
Sparks by Studio20 is a soft landing for your energy and ideas. I share my journey to inspire you to pause, explore, reflect and connect with yourself and others, because personal growth matters. The more we care for ourselves, the more we become who we’re meant to be, and that ripples out into the world. Sometimes one story, one word, or one moment of connection is enough to create a meaningful shift in perspective.
Questions, ideas, or just want to say hi?
I’d love to hear from you. If you don’t find what you’re looking for or simply feel like connecting, drop me a note anytime at hello@studio20.me. You can also visit Studio20.me to explore more ways we can connect, both online and offline.
Ready to join?
💛 Feel free to explore, subscribe for regular sparks, or join the 20+ Spark Circle to be part of shaping this community. You can join us here Sparksbystudio20.
Thank you for landing here. I’m happy to share this space with you.
With care,
Marianne
Studio20.me. A soft landing place for ideas & energy 💛
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