💌 Sep 02: labor day sales, must-read novels, strengthen your happiness muscle

TODAY IS MONDAY, SEP 2

WHAT TO EXPECT

• stories: getting over a breakup, the office dress code, strengthen your happiness muscle
• this week’s read: The Wealth Money Can’t Buy
• recent articles: 10 must-read novels for women in theirs 20s
• quote: on resilience
• add to cart: labor day sales
• recipes to try: loaded quinoa salad
• ICYMI

LIFESTYLE: GETTING OVER A BREAKUP
Recovering from a breakup can be a challenging process, and a long one — not to mention, overwhelming. Experts recommend some ways to help include allowing yourself to feel and process emotions, reconnecting with personal interests, creating new memories, understanding the reasons for the breakup, setting boundaries with your ex, seeking support from friends and family, and considering professional help if needed. It's important to focus on self-care and personal growth. Although there's no quick fix, trying new things to cope can be helpful.

WORK LIFE: THE OFFICE DRESS CODE, WHAT’S CHANGED?
With an increase in remote work + cultural shifts, the nature of in-office dress codes is ever evolving. Dressing for work should be seen as a balancing act between casual and professional, while maintaining individuality and conformity. While office attire has generally become less formal, traditional elements like a limited color palette still seem to be prevalent, or at least seen as more put together. With more of a social media presence, most companies have also become more accepting of casual-ish attire, so long as you’re maintaining a professional appearance overall. Experts have also noted that cultural movements around mental health, diversity, and body positivity have influenced workplace fashion.

WELLNESS: STRENGTHEN YOUR HAPPINESS MUSCLE
Enhancing our ability to seek out and enjoy positive experiences, known as reward sensitivity, is crucial for mental well-being, especially during difficult times. Research shows that focusing on positive emotions can be as important as reducing negative ones in treating mental health issues. Strategies to boost reward sensitivity include planning daily activities that you enjoy (aka dopamine menu), savoring positive moments by recounting them in detail, expanding your vocabulary for positive emotions, sharing happiness with others, finding silver linings in challenging situations, and anticipating future positive events. The key is to practice these techniques consistently, even when facing adversity, to build resilience and maintain emotional balance.

If you’re looking to lead your richest life before it’s too late, get this book. You’ll learn a framework based on the 8 hidden habits used by authentically rich people and gain a methodology to master your destiny. The author, Robin Sharma, is a legendary personal growth expert who has mentored billionaires, superstar athletes, and heads of state, teaching them The 8 Forms of Wealth Model with transformational results.

ON ON RESILIENCE: The oak fought the wind and was broken, the willow bent when it must and survived. — Robert Jordan

Resilience isn't always about rigidly standing your ground, but adapting to challenges while maintaining your core essence. Being resilient doesn’t necessarily mean you never fall, but that you’re able to acclimate and get up when you’re knocked over.

LABOR DAY SALES TO SHOP

🧴Jenni Kayne: body oil, everyday sweater, slide sandal

💇🏻‍♀️ Act + Acre: hair thinning shampoo, oily scalp exfoliator

👗 J.Crew: textured dress, lady jacket, linen button down

🏠 Anthropologie: dog table lamp, our place pan, bar hutch

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