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A Quiet Moment by the Kitchen Window

May 1, 2026 by Jessica Howe

As the first rays of light filtered through my kitchen window one crisp October morning, I found myself wondering about the power of quiet moments. What if I carved out a small, in

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The Impact of Writing Morning Pages on My Week

April 27, 2026 by Jessica Howe

This past week, I decided to explore a writing practice known as Morning Pages, inspired by Julia Cameron’s book “The Artist’s Way.” The idea is simple: every morning, first thing,

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I Made Mornings a Little Special with Fresh Coffee Rituals

April 22, 2026 by Jessica Howe

The mornings in my home have become a familiar rhythm, a blend of half-awake stumbles and the comforting aroma of coffee brewing. But I wondered, what if I introduced a little more

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Using Seasonal Flowers to Brighten My Workspace

April 21, 2026 by Jessica Howe

This past month, I found myself wondering whether bringing seasonal flowers into my workspace would make a noticeable difference in my mood and productivity. My desk, which usually

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Testing the Effects of an 8 PM Screen Curfew

April 17, 2026 by Jessica Howe

I often wonder about the impact of screens on my evenings. Do they help me unwind, or do they steal moments of quiet? Recently, I decided to experiment with an 8 PM screen curfew f

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How Walking a New Route Changed My Commuting Mindset

April 13, 2026 by Jessica Howe

During a particularly gray week in late October, I noticed how my commute felt increasingly tedious. Sitting in traffic or riding the same old train became more exhausting than it

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I Switched to Candlelight Dinners Every Friday

April 12, 2026 by Jessica Howe

For the past month, I’ve been trying something a little different. On Friday evenings, I decided to switch my usual dinner routine to candlelight. To be clear, this wasn’t about cr

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Trying a Daily Gratitude Jar for a Month

April 8, 2026 by Jessica Howe

In the midst of the daily hustle, I often wonder: what if I took a moment each day to capture the small things I appreciate? Would it transform my perspective or just feel like ano

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

April 3, 2026 by Jessica Howe

On a chilly Tuesday morning, while sipping my coffee from my favorite chipped mug, I found myself pondering a curious question: what would happen if I sat still in my favorite chai

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Finding Joy in the Ordinary: A Day of Mindful Moments

April 2, 2026 by Jessica Howe

Last Saturday, I woke up with a question in my mind: what would happen if I intentionally sought out mindful moments throughout my day? I decided to treat it like a small experimen

Categories Slow Noticing
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