2020 is a bleak year. It’s hard to get done what needs to be done, and nearly impossible to start anything new. But the weekend Ruth Bader Ginsburg passed away, I felt this sudden rush to stop putting off the things I’ve been talking about doing. And thus, this newsletter was born.
#BreakThings has been such a bright spot in an otherwise dark time. And I hope it has brought a little bit of daily joy into your lives.
Last week, we crossed 1,000 e-mail subscribers, in addition to the 4,000+ people who read on Instagram. It is so gratifying to create something new and watch it grow. It’s a joy I haven’t felt in several years.
So thank you for subscribing. Thank you for sharing this newsletter with your friends. And thank you for all of the kind notes and messages telling me how nice it is to sneak in an afternoon break.
I’m taking some time with my husband and our dogs this week, so I hope you have a lovely holiday. And I look forward to seeing you again on Monday.
Yesterday, we talked about how to bring joy to a holiday spent alone. Today, we’re talking about how to bring sanity to a holiday spent with family. Because turning Thanksgiving into Festivus, complete with an airing of grievances, is never any fun.
I have a nasty habit of putting off tough discussions. Avoidance is easy, but it’s not very helpful. The folks at TED Ideas have provided a three-step process for getting through those tricky discussions.
Black Friday has already begun at Ann Taylor. I snapped up this dress for under-$80. Their suiting is also half off.
Working from home burning you out? Yes, me too.
Clever put together some tips for fighting work-from-home malaise. From setting barriers to inviting whimsy into your life, these tips are important, though sometimes difficult to follow.
If you’re as bad at taking compliments as I am, Verily has some advice for how to get better at receiving praise. Like many people, I get really uncomfortable when people compliment me, so this advice is always welcome.
I bought one of these holiday doormats from Pottery Barn and it brightened my whole day. So if you need a little joy, snap one up on sale.
Looking for Christmas music? This Pandora station mixes the mid-century classics with the music of today so you get a little bit of both. Plus, you can customize it by selecting your preferences. It’s perfect for when you’re cooking on Thursday.
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