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Happy Newsletter
Hello Reader,
Many of you are transitioning into autumn right now. We're transitioning into spring. Well, transitioning... it's suddenly 32 degrees (Fahrenheit people: that's warm).
I think I'm in spring cleaning mode. I haven't done much yet, but I'm itching to clean the windows and kitchen cupboards and get lots of fresh air into the apartment. This is also usually my time for serious decluttering. Well, I've done a lot of tidying over the years, so there's less to tidy. I still itch to do it.
Even more than decluttering, I crave clarity about what's important and where I want to invest my energy. This clarity is a real happiness booster. Everything feels lighter, priorities become crisp and clear and goals seem achievable again.
There's a lot going on in my life - but when isn't there? So a bit of spring cleaning, decluttering and airing out will hopefully clear some of that up. After I've written this newsletter, I'm going to make some time in my calendar to give myself some spring appreciation time and get ready for new beginnings.
Do you feel similarly? Or are you in autumn slow-down mode?
As always, have a happy week!
Anja
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Hi! I'm Anja. I explore happiness.
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