The Fun Issue
Play. Connect. Grow. with Nadia
Stieglitz
SPEND TIME TOGETHER (14) • CO-CREATE (46) • BE VULNERABLE (86)
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hat is it about connection that makes us so afraid? The happiest women I know—
myself included—are those that surround themselves with likeminded women often. And yet, when the going gets tough, or— hell—even when we’ve just had a crappy start to the day—we withdraw, hide, cover up, dust off, smooth over, ignore, forget,
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put on a happy face & high heels & hold our heads high. I have a secret to share with you. Your true sisters—that tribe of women who loves you
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for YOU—they care about all of you: the good, the ugly, and even the unspeakable. You
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you no matter what. I am the queen at telling myself that I can handle all the challenges on my own (#controlfreak). Honestly, my intuition and instincts go a long way to resolving unpleasant situations I find myself in—which is nice but doesn’t help my tendency to isolate. And I’m betting you’re pretty good at handling things too. So maybe that’s why connection—genuine, authentic intimacy—feels so scary. Because we are so good at taking care of ourselves. Because we were taught to be selfsufficient. Because we had to be strong, in order to survive. A new dawn has arisen, though. We are in a time when women are remembering and honoring the crucial, primal instinct to gather. We are rewriting that story of independence to be a tale of solidarity. We are reaching out, drawing in, and meeting up. Women are connecting with other women-every day and in all sorts of ways because we know we no longer need to go it alone. Lean in to your fear, and receive the gifts of
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meaningful friendship. (Oh—and call your mom, too!)
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P H O T O by @ B E L A T H E E
When we drop fear, we can draw nearer to people, we can draw nearer to the earth, we can draw nearer to all the heavenly creatures that surround us. – BELL HOOKS
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IN THIS ISSUE
Create Fun by Unleashing Connection M O N T H LY M US I C
Celebrate Sisterhood with this month's 'Sisters Unite' playlist on Spotify at bit.ly/TPYmusic T h e PE R PE T UAL YOU
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Unleash your personal & powerful state of play, with Nadia Stieglitz – artist, mother, and professional player. P H O T O G R A P H E D by B E L AT H É E P H O T O G R A P H Y
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Realize Uncover the sorts of connections that make life
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more fun, from taking a trip with strangers (soon to be best friends) to a day spent swapping makeup, clothing, and stories. Focus on the old-fashioned practice of intimacy, whether working, drinking, or walking with a friend.
Lifestyle Nurture Your Connections.............................. 14 Meet Up!......................................................... 24 Swap Makeup Secrets.................................... 30
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Media Reviews................................................ 17 Food: CHOCOLATE........................................ 18 Cocktail: Old-Fashioned................................. 20 Movement: Stand Up!..................................... 22 Clothing Swap................................................ 33 February Self-Care Tookit.............................. 36
Plus Swing from the Trees with photographer
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Dwell Un-inhibit your creativity on the space surrounding you; invite friends over to bask in what you’ve created; make memories, tell stories, enjoy each other’s company.
Design Display your Play.............................................. 40 Gather with Friends........................................... 42 Create Something Special................................ 46
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Live Unravel your stories about authenticity and vulnerability so that you can connect more often and in a more genuine way.
Mindset Feel Deeply................................................... 76 Cultivate Sisterhood...................................... 80 Let Yourself Be Loved.................................... 86
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T H E MA K ERS
Our makers consistently share their time & talents. We'd love to introduce you to the lovely ladies who contributed to this month's issue.
Anabel
Markie
Cover Photography
Dwell Feature Photographer
@belathee belathee.com
@markiejonesphotographyllc markielynne.com
Annabel Braithwaite is part of a two person photo
Markie is a PNW Wedding photographer, mother to two
team called BelathĂŠe Photography that specializes in
adorable little fireball girls and two rather overactive
celebrations, lifestyle, and interior photography. Based
dogs, and lover of adventures around the Bonney Lake
out of NYC and Seattle, BelathĂŠe has photographed
area. She enjoys photographing intimate engagement
weddings in 18 countries since starting in 2003. This
sessions and weddings throughout Greater Seattle. This
is Annabel's first cover story for The Perpetual You.
is Markie's fourth Dwell shoot for The Perpetual You.
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Jessie
P.K.
Cindy
Art Director
Proofreader
Intern
@littlelegendsdesign littlelegends.com
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Krystal
Cat
Rachel
Mantra Siren
Content Editor
Travel Photographer
@krystalbrandt krystalbrandt.com
@catballou24 amlofarms.com
@rachelehphotos rachelehphotography.com
Joanna
Amanda Luisa
Lauren
Collaborating Photographer
Collaborating Photographer
Collaborating Photographer
@joanna_fisher joannafisher.com
@amandaluisaart MandaLuisa.com
@laurenstevens24 laurenalexandriaphoto.com
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Deborah
Jamie
Dana
Collaborating Artist
Collaborating Artist
Contributing Artist
@velasquezstudio deborahvelasquez.com
@jamiegalley justmakethings.com
danaayotte.com
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