A Fresh Start to the Day: Wednesday, March 12th
Don’t fear failure; fear never trying at all.
Good morning friend,
It’s Wednesday! Your feelings are valid, your progress is real, and you are worthy of good things. Keep going—you’re doing better than you think. We believe in you. Check below for some self-care tips, and remember, we’re always just an email or DM away.
Join us for The Tuesday Table, a free networking group to connect, collaborate, and grow with fellow business owners Tuesday mornings from 9:30-10:30AM EST on Zoom. Sign up HERE and we’ll see you there!
Self Care:
Love yourself
Affirmation: Every challenge I face makes me stronger and wiser.
Organize your life
Take 5 minutes and check your pantry for anything expired or stale.
Simple support
Nia Dennis, a viral gymnastics sensation, shares her powerful philosophy of self-compassion and why being kind to yourself is essential during a fresh start—listen to the tips at this link!
Feed yourself
☕️ cheese slices + orange slices + rye toast
🥗 spinach + hard-boiled eggs + honey mustard dressing + swiss cheese + croutons + diced cucumbers
🥪 turkey + pepper jack + ranch dressing + multigrain + cucumber slices
🍽️ beef stew + rice + mixed vegetables + whole wheat rolls + sliced peaches
Cheap and Easy Self Care
go for a short walk and breathe in fresh air 🌿
Conversation starters:
Tell a joke
What do you call a happy cowboy? A jolly rancher!
Podcast
We chatted with , author of Stop Waiting for Perfect, about embracing imperfection, motherhood, and taking action toward our dreams.
✨ Why perfectionism holds us back and how to overcome it
🤰 Infertility, postpartum depression, and the power of sharing personal stories
📚 The impact of representation and diverse voices in media and publishing
L’Oreal’s conversation is a reminder that waiting for perfection isn’t the answer—listen to L’Oreal Thompson Payton at this link!
Interesting Fact
If you shuffled a deck of cards thoroughly, the order has likely never existed before in history. 🃏
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What’s happening?
Content Repurposing for Divorce Professionals: Attract Clients & Boost SEO – a FREE virtual event on March 20th, 1PM EST, unlock the secret to content that works smarter, not harder in this workshop designed for divorce professionals looking to maximize their reach. Led by Olivia Howell, CEO of Fresh Starts Registry and a social media expert with 13+ years of experience, you'll learn how to create content once, repurpose it strategically, boost SEO, and attract ideal clients. FREE VIRTUAL EVENT. Can’t make it? Register HERE and get the replay sent to you.
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.
Divorce can feel overwhelming, but prioritizing self-care is essential for navigating this transition with confidence. Join divorce expert & life coach Olivia Howell and Google’s #1 Self-Care Coach Abbey Sangmeister for a FREE, one-hour webinar on Thursday, March 13th at 1PM EST, where you’ll learn practical strategies to set boundaries, manage stress, and create a self-care routine that works for you. Whether you’re just beginning the process or rebuilding after divorce, this session will provide compassionate guidance and actionable tools to help you move forward with strength and resilience. Register HERE to reserve your spot! Can’t make it? Register and get the replay sent to your inbox.
Christina Granahan of Granahan Coaching and Consulting is hosting "Open Office Hours/AMA" a FREE Virtual Meet & Greet on March 19 at 10:00 AM EST. Learn more and sign up HERE!
Renee Coleman of CrossCountry Mortgage is hosting "Gray Divorce - Divorce over 50" a FREE Virtual event on March 20 at 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!
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.
Robyn Gaillard of My Way Om is hosting "Spring Into Action Zoom Sunday Series" a 3 part VIRTUAL series on March 09 and March 23 at 8:30 AM EST. Learn more and sign up by emailing Robyn HERE!
Susan Trotter, of Susan Trotter, Ph.D. - Relationship Coaching is hosting "Finding Love Through Online Dating" a VIRTUAL Masterclass on March 13 at 6:30 PM EST. Learn more and sign up HERE!
Candice Erickson-Perham of Indiglow Soul is hosting "Courageous Healing Conversations" a VIRTUAL event on March 19 at 7:00 PM EST. Learn more HERE! (sliding scale pricing)
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 three 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, MA, Wednesdays 12-1:15 pm in Arlington, MA and Wednesdays 6-7:15 pm in Arlington, MA. 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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