Publisher Perspective; February 2025

photos by:  JODIE BRIM CREATIVE

I recently came across a fun fact (okay, I saw it on social media) that the second Friday in January is known as Quitter’s Day. This is supposedly the day when most people give up on their New Year’s resolutions. If you’re reading this and you’re still sticking to your goals—GO YOU! That’s amazing!

As I’m writing this, we’ve just passed Quitter’s Day, and I’m still feeling motivated to stay on track with my goals. This year, I created a habit-tracking sheet for the month, and for my Type A personality, there’s nothing more satisfying than filling in that little circle to say, “Yes, I did it!” My habits this month include:

  • Getting 10,000 steps a day
  • Sleeping at least 8 hours a night
  • Eating a set number of grams of protein
  • Having a good day

I set a goal to hit these habits 28 out of the 31 days in the month—except for my step goal. I’m determined to hit that every single day!

You might be wondering why I included “having a good day” on my habit tracker. I’ve shared this before, but cold weather can be tough on my mental health. I’m a summer girl who thrives on sunshine, so I’ve learned that I have to work a little harder to maintain a positive mindset in the winter. I firmly believe that having a good day is a choice. If you wake up and decide you’re going to have a bad day, guess what? You’ll probably have one. But if you choose to look for the good, you’re much more likely to find it. While we can’t control everything, we can control how we respond—and that’s powerful.

Speaking of things that make me happy—how INCREDIBLE is this month’s cover photo?! Jon Eric of JEJ Photos absolutely knocked it out of the park with this fun and unique shot. I was thrilled to be at the shoot and even more thrilled when Marisa, the founder of Restoration MedSpa, said she was open to doing something out of the box. You can learn all about Restoration MedSpa HERE.

We’re also getting SO EXCITED for our 4th Annual Women on the Move Conference! It’s happening Thursday, March 20th, at our NEW venue—Legacy Stables and Events! This year’s theme is IGNITE, and we can’t wait to spark passion, purpose, and motivation in women to pursue their dreams. You know we love a good theme, so expect lots of red and gold, and we’re encouraging attendees to wear those colors too! Grab your tickets here

As always, this issue is packed with incredible content. From cozy book ideas to the legacy of African American history, safety and self-defense tips, and nonprofit features like Smile Together, there’s something for everyone. Don’t miss our coverage of the Wine Women & Shoes event benefiting Ronald McDonald House of the Piedmont Triad —we’re thrilled to sponsor it again this year!

And HOW COULD I FORGET?! Our February Girls’ Night Out is another Galentine’s Party at Robert Hall! After countless requests to bring it back, we couldn’t say no. Join us on Tuesday, February 11th, for a night of dancing, glam, and fun with your favorite ladies. This is a ticketed event, so be sure to grab your ticket.

Here’s to choosing happiness and making February one to remember!

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