Self-Care Power Hour

a doable approach to wellness

THE WEEKLY EDIT:
Links I’d circulate if we were on a text chain:
—They Got Everything They Wanted Professionally By 30. Then What?
—Gen Zers Are Snapping Up Flip Phones. They Might Be Onto Something.
—This “Chief Returns Officer” satire tho!
—Could a Weighted Vest Supercharge Your Workout? (The answer is yes, I swear by mine)
—This “dumb pronunciation consultant” video made me LOL.
—The shift toward gratitude is the ultimate reframe.
—I saved this fun and interactive alphabet game to do with my children.
—Did you know the same guy sang all these theme songs? Mind blown!

Great Meal: Bar Le Côte
Bar Le Côte is always a favorite in Los Olivos. The vibe, the chips and caviar, the wine selection, the local Finley salad, the crispy skin branzino, and the homemade ice cream are all incredible! It’s a great spot for lunch or dinner—10/10 recommend. Just a heads-up, though: a reservation is required.

Shopping: Early Black Friday
There are so many crazy good sales, it’s overwhelming! Some of note:

• Away is 25% off everything (their biggest sale of the year)! A great time to scoop up that carry-on or large suitcase.

• Jenni Kayne is 25% off sitewide. Cashmere, bags, slippers, oh my!

• Boll & Branch is 25% off sitewide with code CYBER25. The classic white signature hemmed sheets and duvet are forever on our bed. And I use these hand towels in a dark color to wash my face at night (to spare my white towels).

• Hill House is 30% off sitewide. I really love their bows for the holidays.

• Déhanche is 20% off orders 200+ and 25% off 300+. My favorite belts: Hollyhock in silver and gold for everyday casual, Tetra for something elevated and Jeanne for a classic.

• Khaite’s private sale is live. And it’s reallly good if you’ve been waiting to splurge.

• Madewell is 30% off sitewide. Added this belt to cart.

• Vince is 25% off sitewide. I’m feeling a red monochrome holiday moment.

• CO’s seasonal sale is up to 40% off. Double breasted blazer, anyone?

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ALRIGHT, LET’S GET INTO IT:
Self-Care Power Hour

Before I had children, my wellness routine was very involved. Self-indulgent daily, weekly and monthly rituals filled my time as time wasn't divided by other humans. It was quite glorious and luxurious, but to be honest, a life solely centered around my wellness, social and work life began to feel unfulfilling. I desired something bigger—bigger than myself—and this was one of the many reasons I felt ready to turn the page and open the family chapter. 

Once I had my first child, the word wellness began evolving. It was less about doing and experimenting (I had an entire YouTube show dedicated to trying different wellness trends…v-steam, anyone?) with all the things and more than ever it was about what I gained from the rituals. A more rested mind from meditating during the sleepless newborn nights, for example, and prioritizing alone time as I’d lost my solitude.