A Fresh Start to the Day: Friday, February 14th
You are your own greatest investment.
Good morning friend,
It’s Friday! Celebrate yourself today—you’ve made progress, learned, grown, and shown up in ways you may not even realize. That’s worth recognizing. We love YOU so much! ♥️ Check below for some self-care tips, and remember, we’re always just an email or DM away.
Self Care:
Love yourself
Affirmation: I choose to see setbacks as opportunities for growth.
Organize your life
Take 9 minutes and go outside for some fresh air and deep breathing. 🌿
Simple support
Dr. Victoria Latifses shares practical advice for healing and starting fresh after a toxic relationship, from self-reflection and therapy to rebuilding confidence and creating a supportive social network—listen to the tips at this link!
Feed yourself
☕️ cottage cheese + pineapple chunks + whole grain crackers
🥗 romaine + canned tuna + caesar dressing + shredded parmesan + croutons + shredded carrots
🥪 ham + colby jack cheese + mayonnaise + hamburger bun + tomato slices
🍽️ grilled chicken breasts + roasted sweet potatoes + corn on the cob + apple crisp
Cheap and Easy Self Care
take a nap without guilt 💤
Conversation starters:
Tell a joke
Do you know what's odd? Every other number.
Podcast
We chatted with Bradley Freeman Jr., a passionate Muppet performer on Sesame Street, about his inspiring journey from puppet enthusiast to achieving his dream role.
🎭 How childhood fascination with puppetry and practical media led to training at Sesame Workshop
🤝 The supportive and collaborative nature of the Muppet community, including lessons from legendary performers
💡 The role of Muppets in providing comfort, laughter, and unity during difficult times
Bradley’s story is a testament to the power of following your passion, embracing self-improvement, and building a supportive community. – Listen to Bradley at this link!
Interesting Fact
A shrimp’s heart is in its head. 🍤
What’s happening?
Free events and communities:
Join divorce coach Lisa Happ and divorce expert Olivia Howell for a free virtual webinar, "What to Consider When You're Considering Divorce," on Thursday, February 6th, at 1 PM EST. This empowering session will cover emotional readiness, financial planning, navigating family dynamics, and building the right support team. Whether you’re just starting to think about divorce or feeling uncertain about the next steps, Lisa and Olivia will provide clarity, actionable advice, and a judgment-free space to explore your options. Don’t face this journey alone—let’s navigate it together. Register for FREE HERE.
Are you considering divorce or heading down the divorce process? Fresh Starts Registry’s co-founder and CEO, Olivia Howell is offering FREE 15 minute Divorce Resource Consults. In these 15 minutes, you’ll talk about the support you are looking for, and Olivia will follow up with an email with links, experts to contact, and resources. This is not therapy or divorce coaching, it's helping you get the support and resources you need for divorce. She is a certified life coach, so these consults are 100% confidential and safe. Book your time HERE.
Navigating the challenges of divorce can feel overwhelming, but taking care of yourself is the key to thriving through this life transition. Join divorce expert and life coach Olivia Howell alongside therapist and Google’s #1 Self-Care Coach Abbey Sangmeister for a transformative, one-hour FREE VIRTUAL webinar on prioritizing self-care during divorce. Register for FREE 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.
Chelsea Long is hosting "Faithful Resistance Support Group" a Support Group from February 1 - February 28. Learn more and sign up HERE!
Lindsey Mahanna of Clutter to Clarity Home Organizing is hosting "Body Doubling Power Hour" a VIRTUAL event on February 18, 12:00 PM EST. Learn more and sign up HERE!
Lindsey Mahanna of Clutter to Clarity Home Organizing is hosting "Body Doubling Power Hour" a VIRTUAL event on February 21, 8:30 AM EST. Learn more and sign up HERE!
Julie Neale of Mother's Quest LLC is hosting "Spark Your EPIC Year Virtual Milestone Hike" a VIRTUAL event on February 22 at 3:00 PM EST. Learn more and sign up HERE!
Lindsey Mahanna of Clutter to Clarity Home Organizing is hosting "Body Doubling Power Hour" a VIRTUAL event on February 25, 8:30 AM EST. Learn more and sign up HERE!
Rachel Lovitt of Mindful Movement and Living is hosting "Movement and Meditation" a FREE Virtual event on February 25 at 8:15 PM EST. Learn more and sign up HERE!
Lindsey Mahanna of Clutter to Clarity Home Organizing is hosting "Body Doubling Power Hour" a VIRTUAL event on February 28, 8:30 AM EST. Learn more and sign up HERE!
Alexandra Plante of Alex Plante Yoga is hosting "Books + Yoga Retreat" a TWO night retreat in Pond Eddy, New York, March 7-9, 2025. Learn more and sign up HERE!
Rachel Lovitt of Mindful Movement and Living is hosting "Movement and Meditation" a FREE Virtual event on March 25 at 8:15 PM EST. Learn more and sign up HERE!
Rachel Lovitt of Mindful Movement and Living is hosting "Movement and Meditation" a FREE Virtual event on May 27 at 8:15 PM EST. Learn more and sign up HERE!
Rachel Lovitt of Mindful Movement and Living is hosting "Movement and Meditation" a FREE Virtual event on June 24 at 8:15 PM EST. 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 $70/session and is billable to some insurance plans.Learn more HERE!
Therapist Oona Metz hosts Divorce Support Group for Women+; this is a weekly, confidential, in person group to support the emotional journey of divorce. The group is ongoing and members stay for as long as the group is useful to them. When: Wednesdays, 12:00 PM -1:15 PM in person in Arlington, Massachusetts. Please note: Two individual sessions are required before joining the group. The group cost is $70/session and is billable to some insurance plans. Learn more HERE!
Janice Holland of The Art of Healing Trauma is hosting "Trauma Model Certification" course. Enrollment is open! Learn more and sign up HERE!
See you tomorrow morning - you got this!
xox
Jenny & Olivia
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