“it's true. a lot of people won't celebrate you until your wins feel "big" enough to them. but you can celebrate yourself now. you can be proud of every step you take and every sacrifice you make and you won't need other people's applause to be proud of how far you've come.”
michell c clark
dear muse,
we've officially returned to work or back in our routines, and mardi gras season has begun... time to celebrate yourself!
taking victory laps for small wins is just as important than celebrating the big ones
you've worked hard and you deserve it
don't wait for anyone else to celebrate you
do it yourself!
enjoy this week's love letter...
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our playlist
this week, we need a bit more than a meditation
celebration cannot be quite or demure
it must be loud
this curated playlist is a tribute to the legendary women who taught us how to claim the spotlight and dance like nobody’s watching
from donna summer’s sultry anthems to diana ross’s timeless grooves, these tracks remind us that every day is worth celebrating—and so are you
put on your favorite silk loungewear, light your affirmation candle, and let this playlist transport you
by spotify
our podcast
this week’s affirmation invites us to honor the beauty and brilliance within ourselves
to help you embrace this truth, we’re spotlighting a powerful podcast episode featuring motivational speaker and author Lisa Nichols
in this episode, Lisa dives into the art of self-celebration
her words are a soulful reminder that you are worthy of love, joy, and recognition simply because you exist
celebrating your wins, big and small
by lisa nichols
our journal prompt
this week, our affirmation reminds us that every accomplishment, big or small, is worthy of recognition
to deepen this idea, we’re sharing an insightful article that explores the profound impact of celebrating your wins on your mental and emotional well-being
a you read, light the I Deserve Joy candle, journal about your recent victories, and let this blog prompt inspire you to honor every step of your journey
your efforts and achievements deserve to be celebrated, always
from small steps to big wins: the importance of celebrating
by melanie a. mcnally psy.d. for psychology today
our book selection
this week’s book selection is a reminder that celebration is not reserved for a single moment, or a certain age
it invites us to honor the many seasons of becoming, to mark our growth with intention, and to celebrate ourselves again and again
through reflection, ritual, and joy, this book affirms that every chapter of life deserves recognition, and that it’s never too late to celebrate who you are and how far you’ve come
by yamile saied méndez
finally, our film selection
this week’s film selection, betty white: a celebration, was a celebration of this icon's 100th birthday
a joyful reminder that a life well-lived deserves to be honored out loud
the film celebrates betty white’s legacy not only for her talent and longevity, but for her generosity of spirit, humor, and unwavering authenticity
it invites us to celebrate aging as an achievement, joy as a practice, and presence as a gift
starring betty white (as herself) and directed by steve boettcher
in closing
remember: every moment spent honoring yourself is a celebration of the incredible person you are
you deserve it
today and always
you'll be hearing more from me soon
promise
tamara charese
as always, affirmations from previous weeks are available here
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