I’ve been letting myself luxuriate in small comforts. Closing my eyes and feeling my entire body unclench while getting my hair washed at the salon. Focusing on my breathing while getting a pedicure, rather than doing some work on my phone. Reminding myself that I’ve worked hard, am always working hard, and deserve a few moments of letting my brain go quiet. It’s been nice.

My months aren’t always so glamorous. I stood up to watch my beautiful best friend marry her perfect soul mate, and in preparation, I had to, yanno, primp. I even shaved my legs—twice. She had the bridesmaids walk down the aisle to the instrumental version of “Helpless” from Hamilton, and it was wonderful. I do, I do, I do, I do.

Oh, and I did goat yoga. 10/10, highly recommend.

I hope you all had a happy October, and have a warm and fuzzy November.