Merry Birthday: A Year of Growth, Gratitude, and Giving

Celebrating with a Special Thank-You

There are so many gifts still unopened from your birthday, there are so many hand-crafted presents that have been sent to you by God. Hafiz

Friends,

December 24th is a special day for me as it marks another trip around the sun and just over a year of writing on Substack! Throughout these past months, I’ve given this publication a little sprucing up—rebranding and refining it to feel more like home.

My commitment to writing, connecting with all of you, building community, and making new friends has remained as strong as ever. I’m genuinely grateful for this year filled with personal and professional growth, and I’m so happy to have you with me on this incredible journey.

Birthdays, particularly those at the year's end, invite us to reflect, travel inward, and assess different aspects of our lives. Of our beingness. Introspection allows for significant self-reflection. Personally, I find that joy coexists with moments of poignancy and melancholy during this evocative season. Like memories of how I overcame what my youngest brother once called, “sad birthday.”

Next week, I’ll share a yogic Bhavana (self-reflection) practice I love using during transitional times. I think you might enjoy it and find it helpful, too. 

Also, in the spirit of celebration—this is my birthday month—and in honor of the yoga tradition I’ve followed for over thirty years—where it’s customary to give gifts on your birthday—I’m excited to share three offerings with you. 

It’s my way of saying thank you for being here, for your readership and thoughtful comments, and for sharing my work with others. Your support means more than words can express.

Yearly one-time special event savings.

From today until December 31st, I’m offering a sweet and, I hope, irresistible savings of 50% off a yearlong subscription.

Paid subscriptions genuinely allow me to continue my commitment to this work—writing, creating meaningful content, and fostering this community.

Paid subscribers have access to:

• All my writing

• A monthly guided meditation

• Group chat, discussion, and coaching tip of the month

• My sincere appreciation for your support

Your support sustains my ability to share these reflections and essays and helps me grow a space where we can connect, explore, and support one another.

Also, I’m gifting you a Dosha (Body-Mind-Energy Blueprint) quiz.

And four 15-minute guided meditations.

Click the links below.

With love and appreciation, Paulette