THE FOUNDATIONS | THE WHITE BENCH

UPDATED JUNE 2026

OUR SACRED HOUSE RULES, SAFEGUARDS & LEGAL TERMS

Welcome into the quiet light, kindred spirit.

Every beautiful structure requires a solid, unshakeable rock to stand upon. These lines are the legal foundations of our digital haven- built with intention to protect my creative work, honor my time and energy, and ensure our gathering ground remains a safe, peaceful sanctuary for everyone who steps across the threshold.

PLAY NICE. DON’T COPY. SHINE YOUR LIGHT. TELL YOUR OWN STORY.

My original creations and photographs are registered within the Copyright Office, Library of Congress, USA, and fiercely protected under US and International Copyright Laws.

Protecting my Work: You cannot distribute, share, or resell my digital e-courses, workshops, e-books, workbooks, printables, or any piece of my creative work, in any form, in any way.

Original Expression Only: You cannot create derivative work based upon my courses, workshops, journals and workbooks, decks, and any of my work. A full Copyright Notice accompanies every single purchase; please read it carefully to avoid infringements.

Sharing the Light: You are always welcome to share brief, soulful quotations from my courses, journals and e-books for reviews and inspiration. (Thank you, by the way! ♡)

I make a full-time living with my creativity and hard work. Thank you for being deeply respectful of my time, energy, and copyright.

Shop policies & MINDFUL BUYING

ALL SALES ARE FINAL. PLEASE BUY MINDFULLY.

Because of the digital nature of all of my creations, and the fact that you receive instant access to download them to your device or enter my classrooms the exact second you checkout, there are absolutely no cancellations, no returns, and no refunds.

Transparent Portals: I try my absolute best to describe every digital companion in rich detail, and to provide listing pictures and videos that show you exactly what you are going to receive.

Always Here to Help: If you have any doubt or question prior to your purchase, I am always available to guide you! Please send your questions my way through the handwritten address found in the LETTERS TO MONICA section of the navigation bar, and I will reply to you as soon as possible.

Italian Customers (NORMATIVA FISCALE ITALIANA)

TUTTI COLORO CHE VIVONO IN ITALIA SONO OBBLIGATI PER LEGGE A COMUNICARE IL PROPRIO CODICE FISCALE E INDIRIZZO COMPLETO.

Qualsiasi sia l’importo pagato per un prodotto (anche 1€ o meno), sei obbligata per legge a fornire il tuo codice fiscale e l’indirizzo completo per rispettare le normative fiscali vigenti.

Se Compri da Me: automaticamente acconsenti a inviarmi il tuo codice fiscale e indirizzo completo. Per favore scrivimi un’email all’indirizzo che trovi nella pagina LETTERS TO MONICA, nella barra di navigazione.

Per Favore Astieniti dall’Acquisto: di qualisiasi corso o prodotto nel mio shop se non sei in grado o non vuoi inviarmi queste informazioni obbligatorie previste per legge.

ALL CUSTOMERS LIVING IN ITALY MUST PROVIDE THEIR FISCAL CODE AND FULL ADDRESS BY LAW.

Whatever the amount you pay for a product you buy from me (even €1 or less) you are obliged by law to provide your fiscal code and full address to comply with legal regulations.

If you Buy From Me: You are automatically agreeing to this policy. You are legally obliged to email me your fiscal number and full address. Please send it directly to the secure handwritten email address located in the LETTERS TO MONICA page in the navigation bar.

Please Refrain From Purchasing from my shop courses or printables or any of my products if you are not willing or able to provide this mandatory information.

Ad-free & QUIET SANCTUARY GUARDRAILS

To preserve the absolute purity, peace, and well-being of this space, this website functions entirely free from modern commercial noise.

No Outside Noise: I do not accept sponsored posts, guest writer submissions, giveaways, products to review, or requests to promote outside brands. I am totally unable to give my attention or respond to these types of emails.

No Affiliates: I do not have affiliates. The only external links I share throughout THE JOURNAL or my videos are books, tools, or resources I personally use, love, and want to share with my friends- I earn absolutely zero commissions for doing so.

Magazines, Publishers & guest BLOGGING

I am always more than happy to share my love, joy and passion with the world through aligned, creative collaborations.

For Magazines & Publishers: I am currently available to write thoughtful articles about my slow-living topics and can provide professional, hi-resolution photography. Publishers are welcome to write to my letterbox if you feel our energies match for exciting book projects.

For Independent Blogs: No matter how big or small your digital home is, if you are genuinely interested in my topics, I am glad to guest post (subject entirely to my spontaneous studio flow and self-care schedule, of course!). Please get in touch via my LETTERS TO MONICA page in the navigation bar.

FULL PRIVACY SAFEGUARDS

You are buying from “The White Bench di Sabolla Monica”, and I, Monica Sabolla, am the independent Artist who created this sanctuary and runs it as a full-time business. I am the sole controller of your data.

Strict Service Use: Your private contact information is used solely for service purposes- delivering your digital printables, accessing THE ACADEMY, contacting you if there is an issue with your order, or sending THE GATHERING newsletter directly to your inbox if you subscribe on Substack.

No Tracking, Pure Peace: I do not use analytics or tracking tools to watch your interactions with my site. This is a deliberate, intentional choice made to protect my own well-being and honor your privacy.

Secure Safehouse: Your personal information is sacred to me. I never sell or share your data with third parties, except for mandatory business tax purposes or if required by an appropriate legal authority. All information is securely stored away using the highest standard encryption technology provided by my hosting platforms.

Age Guardrails: All content on this website and on THE JOURNAL is intended for individuals over the age of 18. Children are warmly welcome to use my printables and watch my courses under the direct supervision of an adult.

FULL PRIVACY HERE

GENERAL WELL-BEING DISCLAIMER

I am an artist, a photographer, a crafter, and a lifestyle guide- I am not a healthcare professional, a business expert, or a financial professional.

No part of my website, blog post, online classes, journaling kits, planners, affirmation and self-care decks- or any of my work- should be used as a substitute for professional medical, psychological, or financial advice. I highly encourage you to seek out qualified professionals and never rely exclusively on online self-help resources to solve deep difficulties.

My sole intent is to offer information of a general, creative nature to help you in your personal quest for JOY and well-being, and to share my own story. Any use (or misuse) of the information found within THE JOURNAL, THE ACADEMY, or THE SANCTUARY is at your own discretion and risk. If you choose to apply these creative tools to your own life, you assume full, beautiful responsibility for your understanding and actions.