AUGUST Newsletter                                                                                              Issue #51

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It's Monday morning - let's do this! Whatever went down last week or this past weekend… doesn't matter. You've got fresh new start full of possibilities and another shot at building whatever it is you're working to create and whoever it is you're working to become. Lean into the adventure, see everything - and everyone - as opportunities for growth, stay focused, stay positive, be kind and do your thing. 

 

I'm so grateful to be connected and I hope what follows inspires you on your path and encourages you to see the boundless potential ahead with clarity of mind and an openness of heart. 

 

Growing *in community* is WILDLY important to me. For whatever the ailment, I really do believe the cure is in community. We all are having our own experience but none of us are ever alone. Always follow the impulse to reach out - to me or to anyone 

I originally found this one tucked away at a used bookstore in Sydney and thought that solo for 3 weeks in Bali was the perfect moment to circle back. As someone who is incredibly introspective, I've learned that it's good, healthy and down right important for me to regularly get out of my own head and into someone else's. This collection of (no longer “contemporary”) essays is just what the doctor ordered as it presents me with 25 uniquely hot, poetic - and still fascinatingly relevant - takes on topics that I myself often wrestle with; like understanding identity, resisting materialistic group-think and finding meaning in the modern world. It's colored, textured, varied and inspiring. I long to dissect it with someone; humor me, read it and text me. 

When I first started traveling on my own, I'd arrive in each new city and immediately think to myself with wide eyes and a hopeful heart, “I could live here.” For a while, I remember texting my best friend; after Thailand, after Bali, after Sri Lanka, after Hawaii, Costa Rica and Mexico City… I could live here, I'd say. To which we'd both knowingly laugh and smile. To this day, I often fantasize about moving someplace like Portugal or Kauai. Though I know there is still so much to unpack there (don't worry, I'll save that for therapy), I can't ignore the ways in which these places make me feel, which is alive, inspired and full of hope. But for now, in Austin, I get a similar feeling. I've built a home, community and lifestyle that to some decent degree must serve to similarly turn me on. This article is about that place or places that make you feel some sorta way. Maybe you can't move there literally just yet but chances are you can bring in some elements of whatever makes it special to you; and that will make all the difference. 

 

There is so much wisdom in this episode, I honestly don't even know how to justifiably tee it up. It goes pretty deep, pretty fast without being too far out for the average listener. It speaks to many aspects of personal growth, development and the touchstones on the spiritual path. Whether you're just starting out or further down the road, I trust that it will illuminate and inspire your next steps. And if you're new, NGL I'm sort of jealous. I wish I could have tapped into conversations like this a long time ago. Bon appetit! 

This recipe - or any variation of this recipe, honestly - is simple, delicious and functionally mobile! I recently brought a batch over to a friend whose recovering from ACL surgery and it couldn't have been easier… for either of us. Best part? The combinations are endless. You can literally make these with whatever you have at home. So, go to the kitchen and get creative or don't. They'll taste great either way, which is my kinda recipe. 

I am officially in my self-care era. I honestly never did any of this sh*t until recently but I f*cking love it! Growing up, my mom never wore make up (still doesn't and is naturally just like, totally radiant) so I didn't really see any of that stuff as a kid. I barely wear make up now, which I love but it actually feels really nice and special to do things like face masks, hair oil and gua sha. My hair also is pretty fine, so anything I can easily incorporate to help it grow and stay healthy is something I'm going to try. Plus it feels nice. If you liked head scratches as a kid, you'll absolutely love this. Which reminds me, our self-care rituals should be things that feel good; things that we enjoy doing and look forward to. Taking care of yourself as an act of self-love and self-preservation; not as another thing to check off on the to-do list. 

However you found yourself here, I am so incredibly grateful. May we all remain hungry, curious and humbl on our individual journeys. May we lead with love and by example, today, tomorrow and always. 

 

If you want to learn more about me, my work or the content of this newsletter, please don't hesitate to reach out via email at molly@humblhabits.com or on Instagram @humblhabits.