Hi friends,
 
Happy Friday! I'm writing this newsletter from rainy Greenport and quite honestly, I almost skipped another week of not sending this out. We're with family and it's been hard to squeeze time away to write and make this happen. But then I remembered one of my favorite quotes/life mantras. 
 
Mood follows action. 
 
I first heard about this concept on the Rich Roll podcast and then continued to hear a version of it on many interviews with star athletes, leading entrepreneurs, and others who've gone on to achieve great things. 
 
We may never feel like doing the hard things (not that this newsletter is hard per se, but it takes time) but if we push past whatever the current feeling may be and do the thing that we committed to, the thing that will push us to grow, a shift occurs. Once you complete the task, your mood changes and you feel better, proud, and accomplished.  
 
So here I am doing the “hard” thing. And I already feel better! Perhaps there is something you've been putting off or neglecting where you can apply this thinking to? Whatever that thing may be for you, I hope you get to it, enjoy the process, and come out happier on the other side. 
 
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Much love,
Lisa
 
ps. I'm taking a pause on this newsletter until mid September once we're back to our regular schedule and Raffi is in school again! Thanks for sticking with me and I can't wait to be back here again with you! 
5 Things I'm Loving This Week
 
Holistic Dental Care
 
Speaking of non-toxic living, I enjoyed this Sakara podcast episode featuring the founders personal dentist, Dr. Gerry Curatola. 
 
Based on academic research and practice, he champions the idea that our mouth microbiome is both a portal and a mirror to our overall well being, and that it holds many more insights to our health than the modern Western dentistry standards address. He's the author of a new book called The Mouth Body Connection, which details how to create a healthy mouth, reduce inflammation, and prevent disease throughout the entire body.
 
During this conversation they touch on everything from metal fillings to jaw cavitations, root canals, and Dr. Curatola’s personal mission to change the world of dentistry for the better. 
 
The episode covers a lot and I'm not sure if I buy everything he says, but I plan on giving it another listen because it was definitely intriguing. 
 
Listen Here
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Post-Event Thoughts
 
A few weeks ago, I hosted a community building event for others working in the wellness space. This deserves a longer recap that's more than just this blurb, but since I'm short on time, I'd love to share a few short thoughts here. 
 
First, there's really nothing better than when people come together face to face, especially after what we've collectively experienced the last few years. 
 
Second, if you have a desire to connect with more people, I encourage you to be brave enough to take the first step. It doesn't necessarily need to be a full-on event like this one, you can start small. If you've met someone new recently and you like their vibe, invite them for coffee! Or DM an IG friend and invite them on an outing. Make a plan and see what happens. It could very well be magical! 
 
In regard to this event, there will be more on this coming soon! But in the meantime, if you or anyone you know is working in wellness and want to be part of a community, send them my way! 
 
Reply to this email and let's connect!
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xo, Lisa Michelle
 
 

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