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This week’s Better Together Round-Up is here! Think: one game-changing strategy, the resources you didn’t know you needed, and a few fun favorites we’re loving right now. Quick to read, packed with value—you in? 🕒 3-minute read, unlimited inspiration.

Hi Reader,

I love the holidays. The twinkle lights, the music, the excuse to drink peppermint lattes daily. My name is "Holly" 🎄 after all. But if I’m being honest? The start of the season can feel... heavy. And it has this year.

The pressure to be everywhere, do everything, and make it all magical? It’s a lot.

This week, I felt that weight creeping in—even as I was stringing lights and cueing up the Michael Bublé playlist (yes, for real and Pentatonix). So I took a pause and asked: What do I need to feel grounded right now?

Here’s what I came up with: Sweat. Sauna. Shower. Smoothie. 🤷‍♀️

It’s not fancy, but it works. I even created a daily reminder in HabitShare (my best friend and I track our habits together—you can check out the app here). I need it to be simple, or I wouldn't stick to it.

If I don’t hit snooze, move my body, sweat it out, rinse off the stress, and fuel myself well—that’s a good day. That’s a win. And most importantly, that’s enough.

Now on the business side? It’s Co-Op launch time. And while we don’t do Black Friday, what we do offer is connection, clarity, and real strategy. Instead of clicking around for deals, we booked tickets to see Wicked on a Sunday in December with brunch to match. (I mean, how fun is that?)

And in the spirit of meaningful moments, the girls have their very first school dance tonight. First. Dance. Cue the mom tears. 🥹 It's technically a social, but we did have the "this is how you dance with a boy" conversation. lol.

In between all of that, I’ve been quietly binging SLOMO. IYKYK.

Back to business: I’ve been spending my days in the best way—on calls with incredible women who are building values-led businesses and want to grow without burning out. When you book a call, we give you a custom audit for free. No strings. Because I want you to feel what it’s like to be supported before you decide anything.

And can I just say—reading through your dreams and ideas, hearing about the things that light you up, and brainstorming how to make them real? It’s honestly the best part of my work. 💛

If you want in, or you’re curious, here’s the link: www.hollymariehaynes.com/coop​

This is just a reminder that sometimes the wins aren’t loud or shiny—they’re calm and quiet, but just as powerful. Here are a few I’m celebrating this week:

• Repeating my simple morning rhythm three days in a row (yes, that counts).
• Booking something fun just because (Wicked brunch > Black Friday chaos).
• Showing up fully present for Co-Op convos with women doing big things in quiet ways.

Take a second and ask yourself: What’s a quiet win you can celebrate today?

Until next Friday,
Holly

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Create your own rhythm before the world dictates one for you.

Before the inbox floods and the to-do list multiplies, pause. Ask yourself:

• What feels heavy right now?
• What’s giving me energy?
• What one habit could help me feel strong this week?

Then build your own version of "Sweat. Sauna. Shower. Smoothie." Just one small rhythm that helps you feel more you.

This season isn’t about discounts. It’s about alignment.
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