A Fresh Start to the Day: Sunday, December 15th
Each day is a new chance to start fresh.
Good morning friend,
It’s Sunday. Take a moment to set a gentle intention for the week ahead. You’re capable of wonderful things, and we’re grateful to be here with you. 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 surrounded by people who support and uplift me.
Organize your life
take 5 minutes and clean your keyboard and computer screen!
Simple support
How to create organizational habits with professional organizers Briana and Erica Spruille (5 minutes) - listen here!
Feed yourself:
☕️ breakfast sandwich + raspberries + hash browns + turkey sausage
🥗 spinach + hard boiled eggs + ranch dressing + shredded mozzarella + croutons + dried cranberries
🥪 turkey + cheddar cheese + honey mustard + whole grain bread + avocado slices
🍽️ roast chicken + mashed sweet potatoes + steamed peas + dinner rolls + fruit cobbler
Conversation starters:
Tell a joke
Why did the gingerbread man go to the doctor? He was feeling crumby!
Podcast
We chatted with Skyler Day, an actress, singer-songwriter and producer, about her journey in the music industry and the inspiration behind her latest single, "Monsters." Skyler shared her experiences with producing her own music and the creative freedom it has given her. Skyler also touched on her acting career and the significance of representing real-life issues on screen – listen here!
History Facts
Christmas Was Once Banned: In the 17th century, Christmas was banned in England by the Puritans under Oliver Cromwell. They viewed Christmas celebrations as too pagan and frivolous. It wasn't until Charles II restored the monarchy that Christmas was allowed to be celebrated again.
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!
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 through January. 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.
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.
Lorraine Connell of Peers not Fears is hosting "Teen Leadership Program Info Sessions" a FREE VIRTUAL Live Q&A on January 8th at 7:00 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 January 14 at 6:00 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 January 16 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.
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!
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!
See you tomorrow morning - you got this!
xox
Jenny & Olivia
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