A Fresh Start to the Day: Sunday, February 23rd
Keep showing up, even when it’s hard.
Good morning friend,
It’s Sunday! This is your gentle reminder that you don’t have to have it all figured out. Life unfolds one moment at a time. Be kind to yourself along the way. Check below for some self-care tips, and remember, we’re always just an email or DM away.
Self Care:
Love yourself
Affirmation: I believe in my ability to overcome any challenge.
Organize your life
Take 7 minutes and stretch your back, shoulders, and legs—you’ll feel so much better!
Simple support
Candice Erickson-Perham shares how energy healing practices can help you clear emotional blockages, maintain alignment, and feel more connected—listen to the tips at this link!
Feed yourself
☕️ peanut butter oatmeal + banana slices + whole wheat toast
🥗 romaine + sliced ham + caesar dressing + shredded parmesan + bacon bits + diced tomatoes
🥪 grilled chicken + swiss cheese + honey mustard + white bread + tomato slices
🍽️ baked ziti + steamed broccoli + garlic bread + pears + graham crackers
Cheap and Easy Self Care
cuddle with a pet or stuffed animal 🐻
Conversation starters:
Tell a joke
Why did the bird go to the hospital? It needed tweetment! 🐦
Podcast
We chatted with Jordan Reid, founder of Ramshackle Glam and author of The Big Activity Book for Divorced People, about sharing divorce announcements and finding humor in the process.
📢 The importance of owning your divorce announcement and sharing your story
📖 How writing about divorce helped Jordan process her experience and connect with others
😂 The power of humor in navigating divorce and why laughter is an essential coping tool
Jordan’s insights remind us that while divorce is challenging, it can also be an opportunity for growth, self-discovery, and even a few laughs—listen to Jordan Reid at this link!
Interesting Fact
A single sneeze can travel up to 100 miles per hour. 💨
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What’s happening?
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.
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!
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.
Have you dreamed of starting your own podcast but don’t know where to begin? 🎙️ Join podcast producer, host, and editor Olivia Howell for a hands-on workshop that demystifies podcasting and guides you through the 8 essential elements of creating a successful show: pre-production, hosting, finding guests, recording, editing, show notes, distribution, and marketing. Whether you’re looking to launch your first podcast or refine your existing process, this workshop will equip you with the knowledge and confidence to get started and grow your audience. Use code FRESH for $5 off! Register at the link and if you can’t make the time, you will get the replay. Register HERE.
Jo-Anne Suriel of The Energetic Well is hosting “Energetic Well Sanctuary” on February 23 at 2:00 PM 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 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!
Susan Trotter, of Susan Trotter, Ph.D. - Relationship Coaching is hosting "Finding Live 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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