A Fresh Start to the Day: Sunday, January 26th
Turn setbacks into stepping stones.
Good morning friend,
It’s Sunday. Wrap yourself in something cozy and take some time to rest—body, mind, and spirit. You’re deserving of this care. Check below for some self-care tips, and remember, we’re always just an email or DM away.
Self Care:
Love yourself
Affirmation: I trust the timing of my journey.
Organize your life
take 5 minutes and go through the mail sitting on your counter!
Simple support
How to recognize and prevent burnout by creating intentional schedules, taking breaks, and setting boundaries, while also exploring recovery strategies like seeking support and utilizing virtual therapy with therapist and self-care coach Abbey Sangmeister - listen here!
Feed yourself
☕️ hard boiled eggs + apple slices + English muffin + breakfast sausage
🥗 mixed greens + grilled steak + balsamic vinaigrette + goat cheese + walnuts + sliced apples
🥪 bacon + lettuce + tomato + mayo + wheat bread
🍽️ spaghetti + marinara sauce + garlic bread + tossed salad + vanilla ice cream
Cheap and Easy Self Care
Take a creative photograph: use your phone or camera to capture something beautiful.
Conversation starters:
Tell a joke
What do you call a group of musical whales? An orca-stra!
Podcast
We chatted with writer
about her transformative journey through divorce, motherhood, and personal growth. She shared how MDMA therapy helped her confront the truth about her marriage and navigate the challenges of starting over, including financial struggles and systemic barriers. Cindy’s story highlights the power of self-discovery, listening to your body, and embracing new beginnings with courage and empowerment – listen here!
Interesting Fact
Octopuses have three hearts, and two stop beating when they swim.
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.
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.
Looking for affordable coaching and community? Join Weekly Circle, a support group for connection, community, and coaching, hosted by Olivia Howell. If you are craving community and connection without spending your time on social media, come join us on Zoom for this special space. Weekly Circle is held on zoom on Wednesdays from 8-9PM EST. It is $15/month. We would love to have you there. Sign up HERE!
Julie Neale of Mother's Quest LLC is hosting "Spark Your EPIC Year Virtual Milestone Hike" a VIRTUAL event on February 6 at 1:00 PM 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!
Oona Metz of Oona Metz, LICSW is hosting the "2025 Beacon Group Fellowship" a training program for mental health clinicians in Arlington, Massachusetts January 31-February 2. 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!
Jo-Anne Suriel of The Energetic Well is hosting "Energetic Well Sanctuary” on January 25 at 2:00 PM EST. Learn more and sign up HERE!
Lorraine Connell of Peers not Fears is hosting "Navigating Peer Relationships: A Parent’s Guide" a Master Class on January 30 at 7:00 PM EST. Learn more and sign up HERE!
Whitney Cardosi of Wellness with Whit is hosting "Bloom Retreat" a one day mother-daughter retreat, on February 9 starting at 10:00 AM in Stoneham, Massachusetts. 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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