A Fresh Start to the Day: Thursday, November 21st
Every small step you take brings you closer to your dreams.
Good morning friend,
It’s Thursday. Take a few minutes to stretch today—your body will thank you for it. Even a simple stretch at your desk or on the couch can help you reset. We’re so proud of you! Check below for some self-care tips, and remember, we’re just an email or DM away.
Self Care:
Love yourself
Affirmation: I am aligned with my purpose and passion.
Organize your life
Take 7 minutes, walk through your home and pick up anything that doesn’t belong where it is, and put it where it belongs!
Simple support
How can I start to feel comfortable in my grown-up body? Certified personal trainer and holistic movement coach Rachel Lovitt has the answer! - listen here!
Feed yourself:
☕️ English muffin sandwich (egg, cheese, ham) + orange slices
🥗 grilled salmon + mixed greens + blueberries + walnuts + raspberry vinaigrette
🥪 turkey + havarti cheese + cranberry mustard + arugula + sourdough bread
🍽️ Cajun shrimp + rice pilaf + sautéed spinach + cornbread + key lime pie
Conversation starters:
Tell a joke
How does a hamburger introduce his wife? Meet Patty!
Podcast
We chatted with Alex Frankel, a model, entrepreneur, and opera singer, about his journey from struggling with body image to becoming a successful plus-size model and advocate. He shared his experiences founding The Hot Fat Guy Club, a community that challenges diet culture and fatphobia while celebrating body diversity. Our conversation touched on his career pivots, childhood bullying, toxic masculinity, and the importance of self-love and acceptance. Alex’s humor, compassion, and determination to change the world make this a must-listen episode on fresh starts and embracing your true self – listen here!
This day in history
(1952) First US postage stamp in 2 colors introduced.
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!
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!
Jessica Addeo of Nervous System Mastery Institute is hosting "Nervous System Toolkit" FREE VIRTUAL event on November 22 at 9:30 AM 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.
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!
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!
See you tomorrow morning - you got this!
xox
Jenny & Olivia
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