A Fresh Start to the Day: Saturday, November 16th
A Fresh Start to the Day: Saturday, November 16th
There is magic in the ordinary, find it and cherish it.
Good morning friend,
Happy Saturday! Give yourself permission to relax and enjoy something just for you today. You deserve it, and we’re here if you need us. 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 worthy of deep, fulfilling relationships.
Organize your life
Take 10 minutes to wipe down your bathroom, throw the towels in the hamper, and check if you need to restock any bathroom essentials.r.
Simple support
set yourself up for success in the dating world with relationship and dating coach Dr. Susan Trotter (5 minutes) - listen here!
Feed yourself:
☕️ Greek yogurt + granola + mixed berries + almonds
🥗 blackened shrimp + arugula + avocado + grapefruit segments + citrus vinaigrette
🥪 meatball marinara + provolone cheese + parmesan cheese + marinara sauce + hoagie roll
🍽️ chicken parmesan + spaghetti + roasted broccoli + garlic bread + tiramisu
Conversation starters:
Tell a joke
What did the apple say to the orange? Nothing, apples don’t talk!
Podcast
We chatted with Laurel, a Cleveland-based art therapist, mom of three, and TikTok icon known for her "let's get dressed" videos that inspire mid-sized fashion lovers. She shared how her breast reduction transformed her life, her personal style journey, and insights into body image as we age. Laurel also discussed her dedication to supporting small businesses and how her background in art therapy helped her build a loyal community on TikTok – listen here!
This day in history
(1907) Oklahoma becomes the 46th state in the United States.
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!
Susan Trotter, Relationship and Divorce Coach and Divorce.com are are hosting “How To Know It's Time For Divorce” a FREE VIRTUAL event on November 19 at 4:00 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 November 20 (and every Third Wednesday) at 7:00 PM EST. Learn more HERE!
Abbey Sangmeister of Evolving Whole and Lorraine Connell of Peers not Fears are hosting "Parallel Paths: Nurturing Both Parent and Teen Ambitions" a FREE VIRTUAL event on November 21 at 6:00 PM EST. Learn more and sign up HERE!
Lorraine Connell of Peers not Fears is hosting "Pathways to Leadership" a FREE VIRTUAL event on December 1 at 8:00 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 for anyone who needs support right now. Starting 11/18, every other Monday at 8PM EST. To join, email lauragattuso@humanfirstcounselingservices.com
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.
Life and business coach Abby Furey hosts Continue the Conversation, a FREE VIRTUAL networking group. Bring your whole self and your curiosity to this friendly, safe space where we practice showing up for ourselves, as ourselves, we share both polished and rough topics, we bring some vulnerability and we are seen and heard. No matter where you are in your entrepreneurial journey, we welcome you to be a part of the conversation. 2nd and 4th Wednesdays of the month at 12 PM EST. Learn more and sign up HERE!
Intuitive business coach Chelsea Fournier hosts Community Circle, a FREE VIRTUAL networking for coaches, healers & creative service providers. Join us at the Community Circle, where you'll find a collective energy eager to network, collaborate, and refer as we up-level together. Connect with kindred spirits, peers & colleagues who understand your work's depth and impact. A space where growing a business in the healing arts and coaching space is not just encouraged, but celebrated. Every 2nd Thursday of the month from 10:00 AM - 11:00 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.
Angela Acosta of Angela Atelier is hosting “emPower Portraits: Legacy Edition” on November 21 and November 23, 10:00 AM EST - 3:00 PM EST. 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!
Rachel Lovitt of Mindful Movement and Living is hosting “Joy Becomes Her Bali Retreat” April 17-24, 2025. 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!
See you tomorrow morning - you got this!
xox
Jenny & Olivia
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