A Fresh Start to the Day: Friday, February 28th
Keep your eyes on your own progress.
Good morning friend,
It’s Friday! You’ve made it through another week, and that’s worth celebrating. Take a deep breath, release what’s heavy, and step into the weekend with lightness. Check below for some self-care tips, and remember, we’re always just an email or DM away.
Self Care:
Love yourself
Affirmation: I am grateful for the journey, even the difficult moments.
Organize your life
Take 5 minutes and write down one habit you want to work on.
Simple support
Learning how to realize that divorce can be your opportunity to create your next best chapter can be overwhelming, but you’re not alone! Check out these 5 Fresh Tips to help you embrace divorce as an opportunity to create your next best chapter with divorce lawyer, mediator, and consultant Mara Bernstein—listen to the tips at this link!
Feed yourself
☕️ peanut butter on crackers + strawberries + oatmeal
🥗 iceberg + grilled chicken + thousand island dressing + shredded cheddar + raisins + sliced bell peppers
🥪 ham + provolone cheese + mayonnaise + whole wheat bread + spinach leaves
🍽️ baked tilapia + mashed potatoes + sautéed green beans + wheat rolls + sugar cookies
Cheap and Easy Self Care
make a vision board with magazine cutouts ✂️
Conversation starters:
Tell a joke
Why was the cat sitting on the computer? It wanted to keep an eye on the mouse!🐱
Podcast
We chatted with , a writer and mother of three, about her experience announcing her divorce to a larger community.
📢 The importance of clarity and transparency in a divorce announcement to reduce assumptions
📝 How crafting a formal announcement can help reclaim your narrative and provide closure
🚗 Finding joy in the little things—Scarlett shares her love for “little treats” and long car sits as part of her self-care
Scarlett’s story highlights the power of owning your truth and embracing new beginnings with confidence—listen to Scarlett Longstreet at this link!
Interesting Fact
A jellyfish is 95% water. 💦 🪼
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What’s happening?
Content Repurposing for Divorce Professionals: Attract Clients & Boost SEO – a FREE virtual event on March 20th, 1PM EST, unlock the secret to content that works smarter, not harder in this workshop designed for divorce professionals looking to maximize their reach. Led by Olivia Howell, CEO of Fresh Starts Registry and a social media expert with 13+ years of experience, you'll learn how to create content once, repurpose it strategically, boost SEO, and attract ideal clients. FREE VIRTUAL EVENT. Can’t make it? Register HERE and get the replay sent to you.
Free events and communities:
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.
Divorce can feel overwhelming, but prioritizing self-care is essential for navigating this transition with confidence. Join divorce expert & life coach Olivia Howell and Google’s #1 Self-Care Coach Abbey Sangmeister for a FREE, one-hour webinar on Thursday, March 13th at 1PM EST, where you’ll learn practical strategies to set boundaries, manage stress, and create a self-care routine that works for you. Whether you’re just beginning the process or rebuilding after divorce, this session will provide compassionate guidance and actionable tools to help you move forward with strength and resilience. Register HERE to reserve your spot! Can’t make it? Register and get the replay sent to your inbox.
Christina Granahan of Granahan Coaching and Consulting is hosting "Open Office Hours/AMA" a FREE Virtual Meet & Greet on March 19 at 10:00 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 March 25 at 8:15 PM EST. 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.
Robyn Gaillard of My Way Om is hosting "Spring Into Action Zoom Sunday Series" a 3 part VIRTUAL series on February 23, March 09 and March 23 at 8:30 AM EST. Learn more and sign up by emailing Robyn 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!
Susan Trotter, of Susan Trotter, Ph.D. - Relationship Coaching is hosting "Finding Love Through Online Dating" a VIRTUAL Masterclass on March 13 at 6:30 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 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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