Author: yvettesojourner

 

Here’s what I’ve been reflecting on this week. As Haruki Murakam once said, “If you only read the books that everyone else is reading, you can only think what everyone else is thinking.” I believe this is applicable to everything we read.

READ

Yassssss 👏🏾 Rebecca and Keeley of ‘Ted Lasso’ demonstrate the importance of intergenerational friendships in life and at work, Fortune Well

You know I’m all about Love Languages! The Love Language You’re Most Compatible With, Based on Your Own, The Everygirl

Yes, please and thank you! This entire series. The Magic of Moving Forward: A Shondaland Series, Shondaland

Let’s consider this. Happiness is fleeting. Aim for fulfillment, The Washington Post

And yes it can be done! 5 Ways I’m Treating Myself Without Spending (Much) Money, Self

Please read this. How Shame Could Cost You Money, Sisters From AARP

This though! How to Actually Forgive Yourself, Self

 

What I Do: I don’t have access or a subscription to various newspapers or magazines i.e. the New York Times. So, I checked with my local library. I’ve learned I have access to the New York Times free with my library card. Always check with your local library to see what offerings are available to you.

 

“…And while I don’t expect you to save the world, I do think it’s not asking too much for you to love those with whom you sleep, share the happiness of those whom you call friend, engage those among you who are visionary, and remove from your life those who offer you depression, despair, and disrespect.”

-Nikki Giovanni

 

Here’s what I’ve been reflecting on this week. As Haruki Murakam once said, “If you only read the books that everyone else is reading, you can only think what everyone else is thinking.” I believe this is applicable to everything we read.

READ

I’m all about meditating. Be it walking, coloring, listening to a medical or sitting for 30 mins in silence. Some think meditation isn’t for everyone but I disagree. I believe you must find what works for you. Can’t Meditate? These Podcasts May Be the Game-Changer, PopSugar

Yes, please and thank you! Black Hat Designers Are Giving Us Glam, Sisters From AARP

Thoughts? Experts Believe “Joy Snacking” Is the Key to Consistently Feeling Happier, The Everygirl

PMDD is sooooo easy to mistaken for so many things so be careful. I Thought I Had Depression. Turns Out It Was Undiagnosed PMDD, Thinx

Yep. Loneliness Is Officially a Threat to Our Health—Here Are 3 Simple Ways to Stay Connected, Real Simple

What a FANTASTIC idea 💡 40 Things I’ve Learned in 40 Years, Letters Of Recommendations By Liz Green Wood

Interesting. Are You An ‘Echoist’ Without Even Realizing It?, HuffPost

I’m a believer. A Path to Well-Being: Feel the Power of Creativity, Shondaland

Yassssssss 👏🏾 The ‘Thin Is In’ Narrative Is Especially Harmful to People of Color, Self

listen

I came across this and have been listening to Sade nonstop. Such a wonderful reminder of how stellar she is ❤️ Cherish Sade, Sisters From AARP

Let’s not forget- Tina Turner: 15 Essential Songs

 

What I Do: I don’t have access or a subscription to various newspapers or magazines i.e. the New York Times. So, I checked with my local library. I’ve learned I have access to the New York Times free with my library card. Always check with your local library to see what offerings are available to you.