💌 Sep 27: apple picking, Oura ring, the last letter from your lover

TODAY IS FRIDAY, SEP 27

WHAT TO EXPECT

• stories: 20 somethings love their corp jobs, $177M house listing in LA, metabolic health with Oura

• this week’s watch: the last letter from your lover

• extra stories

• recent articles: must have blazers for your fall wardrobe

• weekly favorites: lip oils

• quote: on action

• weekend plans: apple picking

WORK LIFE: 20 SOMETHINGS LEARN TO LOVE THEIR CORPORATE JOBS
Theres been a shift in attitude among young workers, particularly Gen Z and younger millennials, towards their corporate jobs. Contrary to stereotypes of being "quiet quitters," this generation is finding satisfaction in the stability and structure offered by traditional office jobs. Theres a growing appreciation towards aspects like routine, office culture, and work-life balance, and it’s supported by data showing Gen Z workers staying in companies longer than millennials did, at the same career stage. Factors contributing to this trend include flexible work arrangements and a shift in priorities among young professionals seeking a balance between career growth and personal life.

REAL ESTATE: AN L.A DEVELOPER’S BOLDEST LISTING IS HERE, $177M
Ardie Tavangarian is a developer who is listing his latest and most ambitious project, a 35,000 sqft estate in Bel-Air, for $177 million! The fully furnished Villa Siena estate has quite the high-end amenities such as a retractable-roof primary suite, outdoor sauna, and an "auto gallery." Tavangarian spent several years acquiring the 1.3-acre land and finished the house in late 2023, choosing to wait until everything was perfect before listing it. Tavangarian is an experienced luxury home developer started to built spec homes to cater to the CEOs, who he noticed wanted turnkey properties without having to make the thousands of decisions involved with design and longevity.

BUSINESS: FURTHERING METABOLIC HEALTH WITH OURA
ŌURA, a Finnish company founded over a decade ago, aims to improve people's health through personalized technology. Originally focused on sleep, ŌURA has expanded to provide a holistic view of health, including metabolic health—an area of growing interest among its users. ŌURA has acquired Veri, a company specializing in metabolic health tracking through continuous glucose monitoring (CGM). As part of this initiative, ŌURA is introducing a new feature called Meals, which will help users track their eating habits and understand how they impact various health metrics.

The Last Letter from Your Lover is a 2021 British romantic drama film written by Nick Payne and Esta Spalding, based on Jojo Moyes' 2011 novel of the same name. It stars Felicity Jones, Callum Turner, Joe Alwyn, Nabhaan Rizwan and Shailene Woodley.

Set in two distinct time periods the novel follows two women, 1960s housewife Jennifer Stirling and modern-day journalist Ellie Haworth and how both of them become intrigued by a letter they accidentally discover. This is a romantic film that’ll keep you guessing until the end — a must watch!

🏠 they bought houses with their friends during the pandemic and now want out

👖Amazon has got Fall sweaters, denim, and footwear on sale

👠 the banana pump AKA black suede classy footwear for all events

This fall, it’s all about layering up with classic cuts, innovative fabrics, and statement-making designs. We’ve handpicked a range of blazers to elevate your fall wardrobe, from denim and corduroy to tweed and fringe. So, whether you’re dressing for the office, running errands, or getting a drink with friends, get ready to embrace the blazer in all its forms.

LIP OILS

ON ACTION: “you don't need more time in your day. you need to decide.” - Seth Godin

Decision paralysis occurs when we waste time deliberating over choices instead of taking action.