Weekend Wisdom: It's not your job to make sure everyone understands you. I really enjoyed this neighborhood hike (in a tank top because it was 70 degrees in the middle of November) and also … let’s go snow! My favorite human interaction this week was when a boy from our neighborhood stopped by with a rake, named his price and asked if he could rake the leaves from our front lawn. It was an easy, "Yes, please." After making four beautiful piles of leaves, the wind picked up and he wasn't able...

Hello Reader, I love the idea of quiet power. It's the kind of strength that comes from subtle shifts, from trusting yourself and from letting things unfold slowly and gently. Inch by inch, day by day, and year by year, we can learn to trust ourselves and find peace in gentle habits and simple routines. Generate your own life-changing quiet power with each of the suggestions below. The Quiet Power of 8 Gentle Habits That Simplify Your Day xo, Courtney

Hello Reader, Holiday self care is often neglected. There is so much more to do so we sacrifice the very things that help us feel good. We often compromise our sleep and other things that make us feel well in the name of hustling and bustling. This year, prioritize your health and consider some of these ideas for taking care of you during the holidays. 27 Simple Ways to Take Care of Yourself Over the Holidays xo, Courtney