“tomorrow's not promised, enjoy today, choose joy, choose peace, choose yourself”
michell c clark
dear muse,
at je mérite, i deserve, we believe that everyone deserves to experience joy and happiness in their daily lives
joy is not just a fleeting emotion; it's a state of being that nourishes your mind, body, and soul
our luxurious loungewear is designed to provide comfort and style, so you can feel pampered and cherished every day
remember, joy is your birthright
you deserve to experience happiness and fulfillment in all aspects of your life
treat yourself to the luxury of joy, and watch as it transforms your life
enjoy this week's love letter...
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our meditation or playlist
once again, it's time to break out the grill and open the liquor cabinet for food and fellowship...
as we welcome in this new season, let's switch it up a bit... let's begin this summer with some of my favorite playlists
perfect for all your days at the park and the beach...
cookout applicants: blue eyed soul edition
by naima cochrane on spotify
our podcast
next, a radiant discussion on reclaiming joy without sacrificing ambition
this is especially for my worker bees
the hidden symptom stealing your joy & how to get it back with judith joseph
from the rich roll podcast
our journal prompt
next, your journal prompt
“what brings me joy that i’ve been neglecting? how can I reclaim it this week?”
rediscover the simple joy of being alive by embracing seven playful, curious and freeing qualities you left behind in childhood
return to joy: 7 childlike qualities adults can reclaim to feel alive again
by mr anks for medium.com
our book selection
adulthood isn't quite what ellie allard dreamed it would be when she was fourteen years old
though she's got her beautiful daughter Lottie, her trusty cat Stella and life-long best friends in Magda and Nadine, her love life is non-existent and she feels like she's been living on auto-pilot, just grateful to be able to afford the rent on her poky little flat
but this year on her birthday, it seems it's time for all that to change - whether Ellie wants it to or not
as she navigates new, exciting and often choppy waters, she's about to discover that life will never stop surprising you - if only you let it
enjoy
by jacqueline wilson
finally, our film selection
a coming-of-age comedy-drama about 18-year-old elliott, who, after an 18th birthday mushroom trip, is visited by her 39-year-old self (aubrey plaza) who gives her life advice, forcing her to re-evaluate her family, love life, and future as she spends a transformative summer on her family's farm
enjoy!
starring maisy stella, aubrey plaza, and percy hynes white; directed and written by megan park
your ritual
joy is not a reward you earn, but a state of being you’re allowed to return to again and again
whether it arrives in bursts of belly laughter, quiet moments of delight, or the smallest sparkle in your day, this self-love and self-care ritual is your invitation to welcome joy back into your life… intentionally, unapologetically
enjoy this week's rituals
joy journaling each evening, jot down 3 things that brought you joy that day, no matter how small; over time, this becomes a love letter to your most radiant self
dressing joyful choose an outfit that makes you feel alive—whether that’s a silky set in citron or your coziest lounge look; dress for your mood or the mood you want to invite in
celebrate something random toast to the small wins; you finished that task? you kept a boundary? you made your bed? pour sparkling water or champagne and raise your glass; joy deserves celebration
in closing
no matter what your day holds, remember: you are worthy of joy in every season and in every stage
joy is not a prize at the end of productivity or perfection
by carving out space for joy, you’re not just caring for yourself, you’re honoring your spirit
your joy is sacred
your joy is necessary
you'll be hearing more from me soon
promise
tamara charese
as always, affirmations from previous weeks are available here
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