HeyJaredThe Quiet Hours
For the woman who reads before bed instead of scrolling. Books, intentional living, and what happens when you protect your peace.
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September, in Books (opens the original)
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In case you missed it, I’m taking a bit of a break here because I am fully struggling — whether it’s just burn out or something more, I needed to slow down a little bit. I hope to be back soon, but didn’t want to miss out on sharing what I read in September!The Monthly MoodThis month I had a couple of standout books and then a long list of “meh” books. It was also the month that I started to think I need a real break from typical romance. They’re usually the books I reach for when nothing else s
I’m taking a break from Substack (opens the original)
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Hi friend,First and foremost, I want to thank you for being a part of the Storied Margins community — whether you’ve been here for awhile, or are a new friend — I’m so thankful for every single one of you. I spent a decade of my life and career telling the stories of women, and to have this place where I get to share my own stories has been nothing short of magic.You may have picked up on recent months that behind the scenes I’m struggling a little bit. A lot of it is, I think, rel
Habit trackers are soul suckers (opens the original)
Reading slump-busters to pick up next time you’re struggling with reading (opens the original)
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I have been in more reading slumps than I’d like to admit. It happens for me, especially, in the summer. Every year I think I’m going to get a ton of reading done and suddenly I can’t concentrate on any words that cross my path. But because I’ve come to recognize it for what it is (an unfortunate experience that I know will end at some point), I’ve learned how to just settle in and deal with the ride.I shared in this post what I actually do when I’m in a reading slump:But today I want to share w
Trashy TV; My life as a soccer mom; Is this a midlife crisis? (opens the original)
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