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Author · Jessica Howe

Writer behind Finding Joy in the Ordinary. I keep a running field notebook on ordinary life, small experiments in noticing and cultivating small joys, one log entry at a time.

Little Experiments

The Impact of Writing Morning Pages on My Week

This past week, I decided to explore a writing practice known as Morning Pages, inspired by Julia Cameron's book "The Artist's Way."…

Little Experiments

I Made Mornings a Little Special with Fresh Coffee Rituals

The mornings in my home have become a familiar rhythm, a blend of half-awake stumbles and the comforting aroma of coffee brewing.…

Little Experiments

Using Seasonal Flowers to Brighten My Workspace

This past month, I found myself wondering whether bringing seasonal flowers into my workspace would make a noticeable difference in my mood…

Little Experiments

Testing the Effects of an 8 PM Screen Curfew

I often wonder about the impact of screens on my evenings. Do they help me unwind, or do they steal moments of…

Little Experiments

How Walking a New Route Changed My Commuting Mindset

During a particularly gray week in late October, I noticed how my commute felt increasingly tedious. Sitting in traffic or riding the…

Little Experiments

I Switched to Candlelight Dinners Every Friday

For the past month, I’ve been trying something a little different. On Friday evenings, I decided to switch my usual dinner routine…

Little Experiments

Trying a Daily Gratitude Jar for a Month

In the midst of the daily hustle, I often wonder: what if I took a moment each day to capture the small…

Slow Noticing

What Happened When I Sat Still in My Favorite Chair for an Hour

On a chilly Tuesday morning, while sipping my coffee from my favorite chipped mug, I found myself pondering a curious question: what…

Slow Noticing

Finding Joy in the Ordinary: A Day of Mindful Moments

Last Saturday, I woke up with a question in my mind: what would happen if I intentionally sought out mindful moments throughout…