Weekend Wisdom:We don’t have to justify our rest anymore. We can just take take it.
Getting back to basics.
September always has a way of inviting me to get back to basics. About 20 years ago, I worked through Julia Cameron’s book, The Artist’s Way and I just started it again. It was transformative in allowing me to embrace creativity in my life and work. I’m ready for some fresh, creative inspiration so I’m doing it again. I’m looking forward to a regular practice of morning pages and artist’s dates. Additionally, I’m building three ritual days into each month. I tried to share this article in a recent email but messed something up, so here it is again describing the three days.
Ok … onto the favorites
10 simple tips to help you get off your phone and into your life.
I’m so into Ted Lasso lately so here’s a playlist that is making me smile.
The secret to better laundry.
Create your own dopamine menu.
How books connect us.
Currently reading this book.
“Luften” is the German Fall Ritual You Need to Try ASAP
If your phone is a literal pain in your neck, try these exercises.
How to start decluttering again.
Finally “What Not to Wear” has become “Wear whatever the f you want.”
What to hold on to.
And then remove things from these spaces.
How to live.
If you feel overwhelmed, try some of these 10 calming down techniques.
What one woman learned from getting rid of 99% of her stuff.
Maybe it’s time we start assuming the best in other people.
This is so me! You too?
If you want to find the fall foliage, use this interactive map.
100 tiny tricks to help with basically everything.
For a 50% boost of time and energy, cut out these 7 things.
Yum.
Today’s Instagram favorite is from @heychookooloonks with a reminder that we can always treat ourselves with compassion.
I hope you enjoy this edition of Weekend Favorites and have a weekend full of cozy time, simple living and kind conversations.
xo,
Courtney