This past January, I was 5 months pregnant with my twin girls, working from home full time and also raising my (then) 2 year old son. Then the unthinkable happened: I was laid off from my job. Suddenly, we were left with only my husband's income for our rapidly growing family. Just a few weeks later, right before I was set to give birth to our twins, COVID shut everything down. And, in the midst of all that craziness, our twins were born a month early. They spent that month in NICU. So for a month, I drove an hour there...
For a long time, I prided myself in my desire to say yes. In fact, in 2014, I wrote a blog post about challenging myself to say yes to practically anything in the effort to ignite my imagination and broaden my life experience. I even invited my readers to join me in 100 days of yes, with all of us documenting our yes moments on social media. And for a time, saying yes worked. It opened many, many doors. And I prided myself on walking through all of them. I wrote a novel in 2010. I started my first business, Write...
When we first wrote about 25 solo date ideas for the weekend, we were living in a pre-pandemic world. While many of the ideas on our list still apply, we've made some tweaks to keep our solo date ideas super safe in a covid-19 world. So as we approach Valentine's Day Weekend 2021, here are 25 ways you can treat yourself to a solo date to remember. Get outdoors. Breathe in some fresh air, take some time to self-reflect, and go on a hike! Spa it up. Hitting the spa can be super expensive (and let's be honest - risky), but hitting...
I love these rings, and I love what Fred and Far the the Self Love Pinky Ring stands for.I have for a very long time struggled with self harm and low self esteem. I bought two rings and the MINE necklace to remind myself of the importance of treating yourself kindly.Thank you Melody for starting the self love movement and creating these beautiful rings.
-Anonymous
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My Self Love Pinky Ring is a reminder to love myself on the bad days, not just the good. To never settle for less then what I deserve. To chase after things that make me feel alive, set my soul on fire and fill my heart with peace. This is a reminder to be patient with myself and to allow myself to heal from those who have hurt me.
- Yvette from New Mexico
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I got a Self Love Pinky Ring because it’s time for me to stop worrying about what everyone else thinks and put myself first. I need to take care of me, and be the best I can for myself, not anyone else.
- Missy from Ohio
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This Galentine's Day, celebrate your besties with Fred and Far galentine's day gifts that remind them just how whole, worthy, chosen and loved they truly are. These gifts are in stock and ready to ship. Gifts Under $25 Whether you gift The ABCs of Self Love ($12.99) or Self Love Poetry for Thinkers and Feelers ($14.99) each of these books by Melody Godfred delivers priceless inspiration and empowerment to readers. For a limited time, order them both for a 20% discount with the Fred and Far Book Bundle ($21.99). The Pinky Promise Pin Set ($12.99), includes two pins, one for you, and one for your bestie. A perfect stocking...
If you're a gossip girl fan, this ruby heart ring is for you. I'm so excited to share Fred and Far's Limited Edition Ruby Heart Self Love Pinky Ring. In 2021, we are letting our hearts lead us with love, courage, and some Queen B, Blair-level confidence. While we typically exclusively offer trillion stones in honor of our community’s symbol, the inverted triangle (which represents the divine feminine in each of us), now feels like the right time to offer something new: a ruby heart ring that reminds you and the world that you are resilient, brave, whole, worthy and loved....
What is self love and why is self love important to practice daily? Self love is defined as regard for one's own well-being and happiness. The concept seems simple enough, and yet it can be one of the most difficult things to put into practice. Check out our definition of self love below, and learn why it is crucial to incorporate. Self Love: What Is It? Before we explore why self love is important and practical ways to incorporate it, let’s pin down exactly what self love is. Self love, also referred to as self-compassion, is the ability to relate...
I choose to love myself everyday. My Self Love Pinky Ring signifies all the struggles I have had and the strength I have needed to overcome them. I had a rough start in life. I was born in the 70s to drug addicts and a mom who suffers from depression. Homeless for a large portion of my childhood, abused by my parents, brother, and older men, I lived in a constant state of fear. And when I emerged from that upbringing, my self worth and value was nearly gone. It’s taken me 43 years to fight back and win against all odds. I am...
"I am a sexual assault survivor and the last 3 years have been a rollercoaster of emotions. This year, I finally made the decision to love myself again. When I first saw the “Mine” necklace I immediately fell in love with it. Not only is it a reminder to choose myself, but for me it represents that I have reclaimed my body as my own."
--Cassie Shannon
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