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We Knew It Was Coming
Knowing doesn’t change anything. Now, things change.
Jun 28
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You Can Try Something Different
A new mantra. A mini pep talk. Some questionable math. This week’s newsletter is not like the others.
Jun 21
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What Happens When We Pause
It’s time for another newsletter break.
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Let’s Take This Slow 🐌
I’m headed for another mailbox of yours.
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Pardon My Elastic Mood
Have things always been this bad? No. But don't tell my brain that.
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Jun 7
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A Few Good Things
Practicing happiness in a time of collective sorrow.
Katie Hawkins-Gaar
May 31
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Feel What You Need To
You can be heartbroken and grateful at the same time.
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May 25
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Am I Selling Out—Or Selling Myself Short?
It’s time I took this newsletter seriously.
Katie Hawkins-Gaar
May 24
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All Dried Up
My creative well is in sad shape.
Katie Hawkins-Gaar
May 17
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Something Has to Come Out of This
On writing as an act of hope.
Katie Hawkins-Gaar
May 10
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I’ve Been Using Facebook to Perform My Grief
And it’s not working for me anymore.
Rebecca Coates
May 3
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10 Things I Like About Me
Cue the marching band!
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