💌 July 29: how to listen, celebs at olympics, & gift guide for leo season

TODAY IS MONDAY, JULY 29

WHAT TO EXPECT

• stories: celebs at olympics, child care & working women, summer office outfits
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• this week’s read: How to Listen
• recent articles: Gift guide for Leo season
• quote: on exploring yourself
• recipes to try: lemon ricotta pancakes
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LIFESTYLE: CELEBS AT THE OLYMPICS OPENING CEREMONY
The 2024 Paris Olympics have commenced with a glamorous start, by some saying these have been the most fashion-forward games. The Opening Ceremony on July 26 made history by taking place along the Seine river rather than in a stadium and featured performances. Attendees included Serena Williams in a partially see-through red midi dress, Emma Chamberlain, and Lady Gaga in a Dior Haute Couture ensemble. Other events like LVMH and Vogue's "Prelude to the Olympics," proves the presence of fashion, with Business of Fashion dubbing it "Fashion's Biggest Olympics Ever."

WORK LIFE: CHILD CARE NEEDS LIMITS WOMEN’S WORK FORCE GAINS
Post-pandemic, women participating in the labor force during their prime working years has been at a record high, but since September of 2023, gains for moms (with kids under the age of 5) have plateaued. The decrease in pandemic-era child care options + lack of affordability are direct contributors to this. Many moms are being faces with the difficult choice between career advancement and family responsibilities. Economists suggest that further investment in support systems for working moms may be necessary to sustain and increase their labor force participation.

FASHION: SUMMER OFFICE OUTFITS
The debate about appropriate summer office attire is heating up on TikTok. Some suggestions include fabrics like cotton and linen, and adaptable pieces such as short-sleeved knits paired with high-waisted pants, the classic white button-down, colorful tweed jackets with trousers, monochromatic sleeveless turtleneck ensembles, linen suits, and versatile dresses suitable for both work and after-hours events. The key is to choose pieces that can withstand both outdoor heat and office air conditioning, transition easily from day to evening, and make a fashion statement while remaining workplace-appropriate.

🛏️ it’s getting too hot, but these sheets will keep you cool. they’re also on sale right now

🥿 in case you haven’t heard, ballet flats are in

🎃 there are some who are already thinking of Halloween

🪥 we need innovation, even when it comes to toothpaste

Communication isn’t all about what you say. It’s about what you hear, what you notice, and how you respond. In short: it’s about how you listen.
And despite leaders spending 83% of their day listening, only 2% of them have ever been trained in how to listen effectively.

ON EXPLORING YOURSELF: The greatest exploration you will ever undertake is the journey into yourself. — Aristotle

Truly knowing yourself is a profound and challenging endeavor. Understanding your own psyche, motivations, fears, and aspirations can lead to personal growth, self-awareness, and potentially a more fulfilling life.

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