This is a big moment: the cover reveal! Thanks to everyone who critiqued early iterations, and to the design team at Penguin Random House. I love this version and hope you do, too. On sale Sept 10. Pre-order at the link in bio, and more on why I wrote the book below.
Guest column by Steven Petrow: It took me time to understand that there are different ways to understand ageism, including what researchers call “internalized ageism,” or discriminating against oneself. https://t.co/BFzwK4Py1F
What a pleasure it was for me to return to the Five Points Center for Active Adults to present the documentary, Silent Pioneers, and led a conversation with an engaging group of LGBTQIA+ elders. Thanks to Jimmie Overton and Tawnie Gong.
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It is always sad when we lose a great artist. But Judith Jamison leaves an unparalleled legacy in the world of dance. What a brilliant talent. Rest well.
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This Wednesday... join me for a virtual event with the @92ndStreetY . In support of #TheJoyYouMake - a road map to finding silver linings. Tickets at link.
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New newsletter today... Sunday’s shift to standard time took us back an hour. Yesterday’s vote took us back 100 years. It is heartbreaking and frightening. Yet history reminds me that all is not lost.
My thoughts on where we go from here in today's newsletter.
Music, movie and civil rights pioneer. Quincy Jones broke down barriers. His legacy lives on in some of the most memorable songs of all time. He will be missed.
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Joy can exist even in the face of great sadness. Holidays can be difficult because they often remind us of loved ones who are no longer with us. I am so happy this mom has found a way to turn this unimaginable loss into something that brings her joy.
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So incredibly funny and talented. From "Young Frankenstein" to "Tootsie" to Phoebe's mom on "Friends." Not to mention a fierce advocate for people living with MS. Thanks for the many laughs, Teri Garr.
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"Figuring things out" is a perfectly acceptable answer and the ONLY person who matters on someone's "coming out" journey is the person themselves. Hoping Shaun Mendes finds the space to figure things out at his own pace.
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I’d be lying if I didn’t say that interviewing Rita Moreno was a highlight of my professional life. What an amazing woman and role model, and—as she might have said—so f*cking funny. In the @washingtonpost
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A performer who did things her way long before that was done or even encouraged. Mitzi Gaynor knew how to entertain — and fans loved her for it. Rest well, Mitzi.
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Whole we still have so much work to do, because of Lilly Ledbetter, workplace pay is more equitable and just. Thank you for helping us change course for the better, Lilly.
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The joy of writing by hand. There's something beautiful about seeing someone's handwriting. It feels like a window into their personality. Plus... the time it takes to write a handwritten letter means the world to the recipient. #thejoyyoumake#newbook#mentalhealth#selfhelp
Katie Couric’s powerhouse website is running an excerpt from The Joy You Make. Check it out. It’s free! Thank you @katiecouric and Katie Couric Media. Here’s how to cultivate gratitude in your life.
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