Literature's earliest depiction of Valentine's Day is kind of like The Bachelorette TV show except the bachelorette decides to stay single. Grab your favorite beverage and some popcorn and let’s break down the masterful wit of Geoffrey Chaucer's 14th century poem, Parliament of Fowls.
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Welcome to 28 Days of Love and Kindness, a month-long celebration of love, kindness, and the power of small meaningful gestures. Join me in doing one kind or meaningful thing each day in February. Follow along with my 28 Days of Love and Kindness calendar or make your own!
A thoughtful and meaningful way to show your employees they’re valued as individuals is to help them set personal intentions for the year ahead. Hosting or encouraging a Word of the Year team-building exercise is a creative way to inspire reflection, boost motivation, and promote connection among your employees.
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Each year, my friend Morgann and I work together to create a custom print for her word of the year. I asked her to reflect on why choosing a word has become a sort of anchor for her. In her own words, Morgann shares how a single word has helped her navigate life’s greatest joys and most devastating challenges.
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If you need help choosing a word of the year, here are 25 inspiring ideas for 2025, grouped by themes that might resonate with you.
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New Year’s resolutions often start strong but fade as the weeks pass, leaving us feeling overwhelmed, guilty, or uninspired. But there’s a gentler, more powerful alternative: a word of the year. Read why a word of the year works better and how to choose one.
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Antique books go beyond mere decoration—they’re small treasures that embody beauty, charm, and a little bit of magic. From stacking beloved classics in cozy corners to displaying stunning spines in rooms of a home or at special events, antique books are an easy way to add depth and warmth to a space.
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