Welcome to Your Weekly Rewind!
Pause here for a moment. đź’›
This is your space to slow down, reflect gently on the week, and reconnect with what matters most.
Maybe this week felt beautiful. Maybe it felt heavy. Maybe it was simply enough.
Take a breath. Let your shoulders soften. You’re allowed to begin again here.
Glimmers From This Week
Sometimes growth shows up quietly. 🌿
Choosing progress over perfection
Pausing before reacting
Resting when you needed it
Showing up—even on hard days
Little moments become meaningful shifts over time. And together, our community keeps growing softer, stronger, and more connected.
Let’s Reflect on Your Week
Let’s take a moment to notice what quietly shifted… 💛
- Showing up through challenges—even when it wasn’t easy
- Making small changes that led to meaningful progress
- Realizing new things about yourself, your patterns, and what you need
- Watching our community continue to grow—more voices, more connection, more support
These are the kinds of moments that build something lasting 🌿
*Reminder*
May 15th Decision on Membership Options for our Current Members
We’re introducing some updates to give you more flexibility and added value in your membership, so you can choose what best supports your experience. 💛 If you have any questions or want help deciding what’s right for you, please reach out—we’re here for you!
What’s Coming Up at Birch & Stone This Week?
đź‘ź Move Your Week:
đź•— Wednesday, May 13th | 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM EST
Let's get some movement in midday with Coach Kathleen! From stretching to breathing, line dancing and beyond, join Kathleen and explore the joys of movement!
📱 The Presence Project:
Reclaiming Focus in a Digital World (Part 1)- đź‘‘Pop Up Event!
đź•— Wednesday, May 13th | 7:30 PM - 8:30 PM EST
In Part 1 of this 2-Part Series, we will explore why so many of us reach for our phones without thinking—and how the “dopamine loop” keeps us stuck in the scroll.
You’ll learn how technology is designed to capture your attention, how it impacts your relationships, and walk away with simple, healthier ways to reconnect with your time and focus. ✨
Registration coming soon!
Member Luncheon with Member Support Alison and Support Host Susan!
đź•—Saturday, May 16th | 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM EST
🧶 Hands Busy. Hearts Open.
Join us for a cozy midday gathering filled with creativity, connection, and community 💛 Bring your lunch, your current craft project, and yourself as we slow down together for conversation, laughter, and creative company at our Members Luncheon on May 16th at 1:00 PM ET. 🌿
Join Alison and Susan LIVE for an afternoon of crafting, chatting, and meaningful connection together.
Upcoming and Worth the Wait!
đź“– Slay the Verse, Slay Your Day w/Coach Jenna - đź‘‘Pop Up Event!
đź•— Tuesday, May 19th | 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM EST
This isn’t your ordinary journaling class… and it definitely isn’t your boring high school poetry lesson!
Over 16 weeks, Coach Jenna will be bringing poetry, creativity, whimsy, and a little sunshine into your daily journaling practice.
📵 The Presence Project:
Reclaiming Focus in a Digital World (Part 2)- đź‘‘Pop Up Event!
đź•— Wednesday, May 20th | 7:30 PM - 8:30 PM EST
Part 2 in this series is all about getting your time and attention back—without giving up your phone. Through simple tools like the “3-Breath Rule” and creating no-phone spaces, you’ll learn how to build a more intentional relationship with technology and reconnect with what truly matters. ✨
Registration coming soon!
đź“š Turning the Page Book Club
w/Coach Emily M and Anne - đź‘‘Pop Up Event!
đź•—Wednesday, May 27th, June 3rd & June 10th | 6:00 PM - 7:00PM EST
Join Coach Emily M and our very own Anne S as we dive into The Music Shop—a story full of heart, music, and unexpected connection.
Come for the book, stay for the conversation, and leave feeling a little more inspired than when you arrived.
🎤 Let’s Get Loud! - 👑 Pop Up Event!
đź•— Wednesday, May 27th | 7:30 PM - 8:30 PM EST
This is your invitation to step into your voice and share your stories, poetry, or creativity with confidence and heart. Whether you’re brand new or ready to shine, this playful, high-energy workshop will help you connect with your audience in a way that feels real and uniquely you. ✨
Registration coming soon!
Retreats and Meet Ups
Vermont Retreat 2026 - Join Us, Your Way
Join us in person, or join us virtually from the comfort of your own home. Same powerful connection, same meaningful growth, just in your own cozy space. You Belong Here!
In Person Retreat: $549
What’s Included With Your Retreat Ticket
- All live coaching sessions and workshops
- Guided exercises and group discussions
- 3 breakfasts and 2 lunches during retreat programming
Virtual Vermont Retreat: $297
Register for the Virtual Retreat!
What’s Included With Your Virtual Ticket
- All live coaching sessions and workshops
- Mailed welcome box
- Comfort of your own home and meals
From Screen to Seen: Meet Us in Real Life 🫶
🗺️ We’re taking Birch & Stone on the road—and you’re invited. From New York City to Chicago (and beyond!), these meetups are your chance to connect, explore, and grow together in real life.
Find a stop near you and come be part of something special!
Check out the Merch & support scholarship funds!
🎶 Community Playlist
Tap in and listen here to the beat of the community!
Podcast: "This Life of Ours" found on Apple, Spotify, YouTube and our Website
Episode 57: 🎙️ When We Stop Asking “What If I Waste It?”
This week’s podcast is a powerful reminder that so much of what holds us back isn’t really about money—it’s about trust, fear, and the stories we tell ourselves about what we’re worth. 💛
What changes when we stop asking “What if I waste it?” and start asking “What could this make possible?” Sometimes the biggest shift begins when we finally allow ourselves to engage with our lives instead of standing safely on the sidelines.
🎧 Take a listen, and ask yourself:
Where am I being invited to stop playing small and start creating value in my life?
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Watch the Replay!
✨ Can’t make it live? Our class replays are always here to meet you when you need a little inspiration, a reset, or a moment to return to yourself.
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