A Fresh Start to the Day: Friday, December 6th
You have everything within you to rise above.
Good morning friend,
It’s Friday! Do one thing today that makes you smile—whether it’s listening to a song you love, having a hot cocoa and whipped cream, or simply enjoying a quiet moment. You’re worth it. Check below for some self-care tips, and remember, we’re always just an email or DM away.
Self Care:
Love yourself
Affirmation: I trust the timing of my journey.
Organize your life
take 7 minutes and clean your reusable water bottle! 💦
Simple support
What questions should I be asking an aesthetician to make sure I’m getting the services I need? Nurse practitioner and founder of RN Aesthetics, Michelle Doran, has the answer! - listen here!
Feed yourself:
☕️ french toast + strawberries + hash browns + ham
🥗 mixed greens + grilled steak + balsamic vinaigrette + goat cheese + walnuts + sliced apples
🥪 grilled chicken + provolone cheese + honey mustard + ciabatta + arugula
🍽️ pork chops + scalloped potatoes + sautéed spinach + buttered peas + apple crisp
Conversation starters:
Tell a joke
Why do seagulls fly over the sea? Because if they flew over the bay, they’d be bagels!
Podcast
We chatted with
, an actor, author, and patient advocate, about her incredible journey of resilience after a rare disease diagnosis that nearly took her life. She shared how her experience transformed her, leading her to become a passionate patient advocate and storyteller. Taylor discussed the impact of her illness on her acting career, relationships, and motherhood, and how she uses humor and authenticity to empower others facing similar challenges. Her story is a powerful testament to surviving adversity and finding strength in vulnerability – listen here!
This day in history
(1421) King Henry VI of England was born in Windsor, Berkshire.
What’s happening?
Free events and communities:
Weekly Circle, a support group for connection, community, and coaching, hosted by Olivia Howell, will be FREE from now until 12/31/24. If you are craving community and connection without spending your time on social media, come join us on Zoom for this special space. From now until 12/31, we are offering our Weekly Circle community group for free. After that, it’s only $15/month. Weekly Circle is held on zoom on Wednesdays from 8-9PM EST. It includes hot seat life coaching, community, and connection. We would love to have you there. Sign up HERE!
Lorraine Connell of Peers not Fears is hosting "Teen Leadership Program Info Sessions" a FREE VIRTUAL Live Q&A on December 10 at 5:00 PM EST. Learn more and sign up HERE!
Lorraine Connell of Peers not Fears is hosting "Teen Leadership Program Info Sessions" a FREE VIRTUAL Live Q&A on December 12 at 5:00 PM EST. Learn more and sign up HERE!
Energy Healer Candice Erickson-Perham of Indiglow Soul is hosting "Courageous Healing Conversations" Support Group, a FREE VIRTUAL event on December 11 (and every Third Wednesday) at 7:00 PM EST. Learn more HERE!
Lorraine Connell of Peers not Fears is hosting "Teen Leadership Program Info Sessions" a FREE VIRTUAL Live Q&A on December 16 at 5:00 PM EST. Learn more and sign up HERE!
Lorraine Connell of Peers not Fears is hosting "Teen Leadership Program Info Sessions" a FREE VIRTUAL Live Q&A on December 19 at 5:00 PM EST. Learn more and sign up HERE!
Laura Gattuso of Human First Counseling Services is hosting “The Embers of Hope Support Group” a FREE VIRTUAL support group on December 16 at 8:00 PM. Learn more and sign up HERE.
Business coach Meg O’Neill hosts The Board Meeting, a FREE VIRTUAL networking opportunity for women business owners to show up and practice taking up space and connecting with other incredible, heart centered business owners. Tuesdays at 9:30 AM EST. Learn more and sign up HERE.
Events, courses, and community support:
Start your week on a fresh note with accountability, goal setting, and community. Join certified Life and Success Coach Olivia Howell for a 45 minute Monday morning meeting to set yourself up for a successful week! Each session includes guided 10 minute co-working sprints to organize and clear your desk for your personal life, professional and business stuff, and setting goals and making your to-do list. Each session will end with a 5 minute hype-up for the week. Mondays, 9:00 AM EST - 9:45 AM EST. Learn more and sign up HERE.
Jo-Anne Suriel of The Energetic Well is hosting "Song Circle" on December 14 at 9:00 AM. Learn more and sign up HERE!
Kristin Bjornstad of It's Kristin Hope is hosting “Flirty Finance Club.” Try a one week FREE trial and sign up at any time! Learn more and sign up HERE!
Nervous System Coach Jessica Addeo of Jessica Addeo Coaching is running “Nervous System Mastermind” starting in September (through December 2024). Learn more about it and sign up HERE.
Janice Holland of The Art of Healing Trauma is hosting "Trauma Model Certification" course. Enrollment is open! Save 50% until December 31! Learn more and sign up HERE!
Dr. Robert Yeilding hosts CBT for Social Anxiety Group; learn skills to help manage social anxiety and the fear of being judged by others. Improve self-esteem and practice strategies to help initiate and maintain social connections.
When: Weekday evening for 12 weekly meetings, typically Monday 5:30 PM EST -7:00 PM EST. This group is limited to those in California. Dr. Yeilding offers a free consultation to see if this group is the right fit for you! Learn more HERE!
Therapist Oona Metz hosts Divorce Support Group for Women+; these confidential, weekly, in person groups are designed to support the emotional journey of divorce. Groups are limited to 6 members and are led by a Certified Group Therapist. When: Tuesdays 10:45am-12:00PM in Brookline, Massachusetts. Please note: Two individual sessions are required before joining the group. The group cost is $65/session and is billable to some insurance plans. Learn more HERE!
Therapist Oona Metz hosts Divorce Support Group for Women+; these confidential, weekly, in person groups are designed to support the emotional journey of divorce. Groups are limited to 6 members and are led by a Certified Group Therapist. Fridays, 11:00 AM -12:15 AM in person in Arlington, Massachusetts. Please note: Two individual sessions are required before joining the group. The group cost is $65/session and is billable to some insurance plans. Learn more HERE!
Bethany Fiocchi Root of Oceanview Marketing is hosting "Winter Content Workshop" January 8, 2025 at 9:00 AM EST. Learn more and sign up HERE!
Jo-Anne Suriel of The Energetic Well is hosting "Sound Ceremony" a VIRTUAL on January 11 at 5:00 PM. Learn more and sign up HERE!
See you tomorrow morning - you got this!
xox
Jenny & Olivia
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