Hello Friends!
It's been another fun and fulfilling week full of fireworks, family, and friends. I also spent some rare alone time just reading, writing, and staying up way past my bedtime. The next morning I paid for the late night a little, but the rejuvenating energy from the evening made up for the lack of sleep. So much so that I'm putting a weekly Solo Date Night on my calendar. Do you have any weekly rituals that keep you grounded or make you feel good? I'd love to hear about them!
Let's jump in to this week's list!
Speaking of staying grounded and feeling good, this Self Care list is a handy tool. Sometimes things feel awful and simple questions with straight-forward solutions are a great start to getting back on track.
I watched the first episode of this series and need to sign up so I can watch the rest. It's fascinating and terrifying. May we all be as curious and fearless as Mr. Maddix and may we continue to ask tough questions in the face of bigotry, and find humor when necessary to stay sane.
In a completely different vein, a kick ass friend of mine worked on a series that is renewing my faith in community and creativity. These humans are doing what they love, even when it's hard, and writing the rules on the fly.
This article discusses the different reasons clients seek coaching based on their age. The research shows that younger clients tend to want concrete rules and guidelines to follow as a way to change behaviors and are less interested in the "why" of things while older clients are more interested in understanding their root behaviors as a doorway to change. Where do you fall in those two categories?
My favorite magazine issue dropped this week. Strong, powerful, sexy, celebrations of bodies. I'm all about it.
This piece follows a girl growing into her intelligence and her interests while learning that society doesn't think she should have either. It's beautifully written and poignant.
Oregon did this really cool thing this week that's giving me a sliver of hope. Let's keep this up!!
That's all for now, friends. Drop me a line and tell me what you're reading and what's inspiring you these days! I'm heading off into the woods for the weekend. May you find adventure and serenity in whatever forms you need them.
Have fun, be safe, and love on each other.
Alix