{HMW} The self-care category you're probably ignoring
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Dear Reader, As someone who cares about all kinds of self-care be it, nutrition, sleep, fitness, stress-reduction, etc - I find that relational self-care sometimes goes on the back-burner when in reality, is probably the most important aspect of our sense of peace and safety. As the holiday season approaches, many couples find themselves in a familiar struggle. You may feel like you’re carrying the entire mental load of organizing gifts, meals, and festivities alone—while your partner seems absent. This exhaustion not only drains your energy but also creates a gap between you and your spouse. Conversations become scarce, frustrations build, and you both end up feeling disconnected during what should be a joyful season. What if I told you there’s a way to transform that chaos into connection? I teamed up with Melissa Burris from Connect Again to bring you this amazing free resource: "From 'Doing It All' to 'Doing It Together': Your 10 Minute Holiday Reset." This guide is designed specifically for couples who are ready to reduce the holiday stress and deepen their relationship with simple, daily practices. As someone who cares about all kinds of self-care be it, nutrition, sleep, fitness, stress-reduction - I find that relational self-care sometimes goes on the back-burner when in reality, its probably the most important aspect of our sense of peace and safety. Take back your peace and rediscover the joy of the season together. Wishing you a more connected holiday. Have it: Interesting Article Alert: Gen X women don't have the bandwidth to figure out why they feel so terrible. I went to a fantastic Halloween party in NY over the weekend. In addition to the creative costumes and epic decor, one of my friends made this beautiful cheese, fruit and accoutrements platter. She got special vegan cheese crackers just for me! I was obsessed. If you have a trader joes near you, definitely pick up a box of these. (they're also gluten free) I dipped them in hummus and also in jam. Oh, and here's me with my plus 1. (hehehe) Made it: This week's edition is wild: people who kept their recipes secret their entire lives and then had them engraved on their gravestones as a final gift. Research showing how scent can pull up autobiographical memories and ease depression. The quiet travel trend that speaks to the version of me who discovered stillness in a Lake Tahoe lean-to. Plus some extremely satisfying soap-crushing ASMR that I need in my life immediately. Read this week's 5-senses Sunday edition here! Working on: The 2025 Healthy Holidays Gift Guide! Want it: Y'all know at this point how much I love nut butters and novel flavors. This line of products seems to hit all the right notes - it even has a line for doggies called "wag butter" Ingredient Spotlight: Pomegranate Molasses Thick, glossy, and intensely tangy, pomegranate molasses is concentrated pomegranate juice reduced to a syrup with remarkable versatility. This Middle Eastern staple delivers a sweet-tart punch that brightens everything from roasted vegetables and grilled meats to salad dressings and marinades. Just a drizzle adds complex acidity and a subtle fruity undertone—think of it as the region's answer to balsamic reduction, but with its own distinct character. Here are some recipes to try with pomegranate molasses Announcements & Upcoming: Hot tea. Dim lights. Something simmering on the stove. Sound good? We’re offering a beautiful collection of free digital resources to help you sink into this cozy time of year. ✔️ Slow cooker recipes ✔️Herbal remedy printables ✔️Holiday planning help ✔️Journals, baking guides + more You know what no one talks about? If both systems are not regulated… Yes, success will cause anxiety.. Drama.. and self-sabotage… This is the why behind No-Drama Business®. When your nervous system and your operations are both stable, you stop gripping for control and start flowing with clarity. And money, clients, and opportunities become enjoyable! The CalmPreneur Bundle (Curated by Mona, the No-Drama Business® Mama) helps you build structures that can hold your next level. Every course, template, and tool inside this bundle was chosen to help you grow without tension: 🧘🏻♀️ Nervous system regulation for calm decision-making 🧘🏻♀️ Systems that give you mental bandwidth 🧘🏻♀️Marketing that builds momentum through ease, not exhaustion Make sure to grab your goodies inside The CalmPreneur Bundle before doors close Oct 31
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Extra Bytes: What I'm Reading: The Haunting of Hill House, by Shirley Jackson (nothing like the TV series but still good!) What I'm Watching: Burn After Reading (meh) What I'm Listening to: Magical Overthinkers Podcast (I read the book last year) What I'm Eating: Tofu Marsala with roasted green beans, mashed potatoes That's it for me this week. I hope you all have a happy and healthy hump day! Warmly, Jenny
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