Hiya, Yvette Sojourner here❣️ This is 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.
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Incase you need it. 57 Gratitude-Journal Prompts That Will Help You Find the Good Every Day, PopSugar
Yassssss! Joy is a Muscle. This is the Workout., Sisters From AARP
I posted a ‘NO-spend’ article last week and here’s another one! How to Pull Off a ‘No-spend’ Weekend That Doesn’t Suck, lifehacker
If you’re decluttering or pondering it. “You Have to Get Rid of Everything,” and 9 More Decluttering Myths to Ignore, Apartment Therapy
If you’re interested in starting to meditate. Here’s How to Meditate If You Haven’t Gotten Into It Yet but Really Want To, Self
FYI. How to Feel a Little Better in 2024, HuffPost
There are so many good gems in this. 💎 A few of my faves are number 5 and 7. 17 Life-Learnings from 17 Years of The Marginalian, The Marginalian
I have used my old devices as mini televisions for my office and bathroom. I also use one in my kitchen for recipes. As for my old phone I use it as a iPod for running. In the end, we take them to France to use but also give them to family so they can have a second life. The Seven Best Uses for Your Old iPhone or iPad, lifehacker
Art
I’m thinking of purchasing several pieces from Old Made Good. I do wish there were some pieces with women of color though.
listen
I’m binge listening to all the 2023 hits. This goes to show how much I keep up with music 🎶 🎼🎵
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.