In terms of the portion size, I do love the hearty feast that normally comes… on the other hand, I know it will be delicious however it arrives.
THE most important thing is that it works for YOU… your teaching re: self care and self compassion have to come from your self-kindest place, and that’s really all that matters.
OMG booby art, I love it! Also it seems the last MJC mail was just two weeks ago, but reading about all the amazing things you did last month, that wouldn’t fit into two weeks.
I think splitting up the newsletter is a good idea. Then we get MJC twice a month :D
It was a good month for me too. I’ve been feeling more myself since October after a longer mental and physical crisis period. I went on my first date in two years and it feels good to be putting myself out there again. 💕
I do actually think having the three parts split up might be a good idea, I think the last update I may have lost steam when I got to the Is it just me. But I'm also fine with all of them at once because it kind of gives a full picture of where you're at, what you've been thinking, and it's like after the life update you're just talking to us about da real shit, ya know? :D Anyway, whatever feels right for you when you write these is fine with me.
Also can I just say you look f**king amazing at that Wonka event. I'm inspired.
I've been struggling with wanting to spend money because of all these black friday deals that have mostly come and gone and getting a bit overwhelmed and spending too much time looking and thinking about buying things but feeling too stressed to actually buy anything. Just wanted to rant a bit sorry.
I think part of the reason I love your newsletter is the fact that I can sink my teeth into it and make a ritual around reading it on an evening haha so personally I love the current length of the newsletter but obviously whatever works for you is best!
Dec 2, 2023·edited Dec 2, 2023Liked by Megan Jayne Crabbe
Your newsletter always makes me smile. Love to see you thriving. Your fashion choices are always delightful perfection too! I am fine with the longer newsletter, but I also tend to read way longer things online than most people I know, so I’m probably not a good judge! I’d say you should do it however you like to. You know we’ll be here either way <3
November was stressful! I didn’t feel great, and my sister who is also my roomie was traveling a lot, so I had to take care of the dog, which also stresses me out. (I know, dog people can’t relate) On top of that, we are in limbo waiting to find out if we might be doing a long distance move in the next month or so. I hate being stuck in the unknown. However, I do have a lot of peace, because I truly do trust that the universe moves on our behalf, and will work things out or not in whatever manner is best for us. I’ve seen it too many times in my life to start doubting it now.
Much love to you and yours, Megan. I hope the holiday season brings you lots of joy interspersed with sweet, calm moments.
P.S. OH MY GOD I had to come back here and edit this because A POSSIBLE NEW BOOK?! I NEED you to know how excited I am about that :D Can’t wait to see what you’ve chosen to write about!
Dec 3, 2023·edited Dec 3, 2023Liked by Megan Jayne Crabbe
Me trying to pick my favorite Megan outfit of the month: IMPOSSIBLE! cuz all are amazing! So glad you had a beautiful month! Love seeing Gemma and your bae always!
I think splitting up the newsletter sounds wonderful, whatever’s best for you!
Thank you for sharing your month with us!
It was a nice month for me too! I got into my dream university on US’s day for
Thanksgiving! Which was so special! I have been working on this for so long, I earned my associates last year and with the pandemic halting my exploring during my 2 years at community college I worried I wouldn’t ever pinpoint what I’d want to do. It took a lot of tears, months of uncertainty and hard work but I finally submitted my application and was accepted! I move from NC (my home for 20 years) to Ohio in August of next year as I’ll be attending The Ohio State University for Journalism! I still cannot believe it! Ahh!
I hope everyone is well!
Wishing you a Delightful December Megan, and to all of you lovelies!
(P.S. I’ve been meaning to share this with you Megan! my mom and I have been working in our self-love workbooks together and we’re on the “body image” chapter and when the question asked “who are your body positive influences” I wrote your name! I’ve been trying to express gratitude more, so thank you for being so amazing!
Whew! That's a busy month! Glad you make time for self care to decompress and process.
Omg, I have a copy of "My Vulva and I" and dream of having a cast done by Lydia! How exciting! I can't wait to see how it turns out (if you choose to share).
My November was long, but good. I started fostering two kittens in October, so November was filled with watching them grow and getting in so many snuggle sessions. My birthday is in November, and I chose to throw myself a birthday housewarming party to get some help with home goods. I had a roommate for a year, and when she moved out, I realized I didn't have any kitchen supplies because she had purchased those when we moved in together. I was so happy and grateful and felt so so loved by everyone who showed up to celebrate with me and those who couldn't but reached out to chat and send best wishes.
My December is slammed with trips and events, so it was nice to have a month of chill.
So lovely to hear how you're doing as always. And I'm thrilled for the prospect of a new book! Also loving your movie interviews I'm glad you've found an additional niche there.
Around the structure of the newsletter, I'm sure I'm not alone in saying we're grateful for whatever you have the bandwidth to put out, it's all appreciated and just as you preach to us, self care comes first 🫶
It's been a rough month over here, work has been making me feel burnt out and fertility issues in my relationship have been weighing heavily. I also took a big step in meeting up with some former colleagues I haven't seen in years, there was a lot of insecurity about how my body has changed since they last saw me but in the end things went well and it didn't come up (of course, that was just the voice in my head), folks were just happy to reconnect.
Anyway thanks as always for this creating this space, reading your newsletter always perks up my day. 😊
Dec 3, 2023·edited Dec 6, 2023Liked by Megan Jayne Crabbe
Oh Megan, I'm so excited about your new book! I was running an independent english-language bookstore in Rome when the first one was published, and I always made sure to have a bunch of copies of it in stock and recommended it to everyone! My life has completely changed now that I'm a coach and yoga teacher, but I'd definitely recommend the new book too - even before reading it ahah
I still have a photo on instagram of me reading your book at the bookstore, I'll DM it to you. It's such a lovely memory of what now feels like a past life🌸
Thank you so much for all the amazing things you keep doing, even those that seem small - but they're not!
Lovely 🌺 MJC 🌺 and MJC-Mail family, I am sending this from the hospital 😔 life got the better of me - or rather, my brain conspired against my 'hope engine'. I am considering sending my medical bill to the Prof of the team we collaborated with on a $3M funding application, who chose to leave said application to the last minute: hello, 48 hours straight working 🙄 I am digging deep, and MJC seeing your glorious November in all its pink, purple pride splendour is a glimmer in a particularly dark place.... sending love, as always 💕
It's so exciting to read about all of the amazing things you are doing these days! I'm beyond happy for you and after many struggles, you deserve this time of abundance so please enjoy it as I know you will. In my corner, I've joined a church after meeting a few members and getting a distinct feeling of calm. It has helped me stay grounded and sane during an incredibly tumultuous time with my family. My mother has suffered a psychotic break and we had to put her in a psychiatric hospital where she is now refusing to communicate with us. It is heartbreaking after a lifetime of being besties with my mom and sharing everything with each other, but I know that this is a time when she needs to get well so I'm trying to focus on keeping myself well too. Hopefully I'll have better news next month and she will have made some progress. Love to Char and Gemma and of course to you!
I love the idea of splitting it into two. Sometimes by the end of the newsletter I just fly through it because I don't have a tonne of time. If it comes at a different moment it is two moments of joy and I get to enjoy it more.
I also have a different suggestion. I am a paid subscriber and I love that I get to compensate you for your work in that way. However the message at the bottom of the e-mail saying thank you is the same every time so I just gloss over that. My idea would be to change that every time. Doesn't have to be a whole extra section of course (I am not paying for extras, I am paying because I want to) but just changing it up with one or two different sentences so that it doesn't feel like a standard template as much. I hope I said that in the nicest way possible because I mean it in the nicest way possible. And if you do not have the capacity to do this then please do not feel obliged. Love your content. Thank you!!
Uni is kicking my ass lately, and I can really feel it on my mental health, even though I try my best to balance things. Luckily, I'll be finishing my masters in six months (insert panic about having to start working). But it is seriously doing its best at killing my christmas spirit.
In the last month I have done a few things for charity.
I did a firewalk for Maggies cancer charity and raised £162 not a great deal but over my target and been raising awareness since. I am memorable Moments by Rachael Young on Facebook and linkedin.
I was photographer at a charity ball and first big event without drinking alcohol I joined in it was great love 80s music. The 80s girls on Facebook amazing band. I had another radio about walking on fire and glass walk previously to my interview but on the night I was on a charity Radio station live doing a glass walk I did twice i felt free, empowered and all around amazing. I did an adventure walk with my friends business and some photos doing a treasure hunt and fire by the sea, a few others did a sea dip which I didn't at the time but been in since I love the sea no matter the time of year I feel free.
During all of this I was made homeless and living in a hostel but it's quiet, clean and comfortable so suits me. I am trying to manage physical and mental health which is tricky but Im a warrior. Thanks for sharing your life with us lots of love to anyone who may need it , especially this difficult time of year from the west of Northumberland ❤️😘🤗
It’s ridiculous how much I love your newsletter.
In terms of the portion size, I do love the hearty feast that normally comes… on the other hand, I know it will be delicious however it arrives.
THE most important thing is that it works for YOU… your teaching re: self care and self compassion have to come from your self-kindest place, and that’s really all that matters.
I love you
OMG booby art, I love it! Also it seems the last MJC mail was just two weeks ago, but reading about all the amazing things you did last month, that wouldn’t fit into two weeks.
I think splitting up the newsletter is a good idea. Then we get MJC twice a month :D
It was a good month for me too. I’ve been feeling more myself since October after a longer mental and physical crisis period. I went on my first date in two years and it feels good to be putting myself out there again. 💕
I do actually think having the three parts split up might be a good idea, I think the last update I may have lost steam when I got to the Is it just me. But I'm also fine with all of them at once because it kind of gives a full picture of where you're at, what you've been thinking, and it's like after the life update you're just talking to us about da real shit, ya know? :D Anyway, whatever feels right for you when you write these is fine with me.
Also can I just say you look f**king amazing at that Wonka event. I'm inspired.
I've been struggling with wanting to spend money because of all these black friday deals that have mostly come and gone and getting a bit overwhelmed and spending too much time looking and thinking about buying things but feeling too stressed to actually buy anything. Just wanted to rant a bit sorry.
I think part of the reason I love your newsletter is the fact that I can sink my teeth into it and make a ritual around reading it on an evening haha so personally I love the current length of the newsletter but obviously whatever works for you is best!
Your newsletter always makes me smile. Love to see you thriving. Your fashion choices are always delightful perfection too! I am fine with the longer newsletter, but I also tend to read way longer things online than most people I know, so I’m probably not a good judge! I’d say you should do it however you like to. You know we’ll be here either way <3
November was stressful! I didn’t feel great, and my sister who is also my roomie was traveling a lot, so I had to take care of the dog, which also stresses me out. (I know, dog people can’t relate) On top of that, we are in limbo waiting to find out if we might be doing a long distance move in the next month or so. I hate being stuck in the unknown. However, I do have a lot of peace, because I truly do trust that the universe moves on our behalf, and will work things out or not in whatever manner is best for us. I’ve seen it too many times in my life to start doubting it now.
Much love to you and yours, Megan. I hope the holiday season brings you lots of joy interspersed with sweet, calm moments.
P.S. OH MY GOD I had to come back here and edit this because A POSSIBLE NEW BOOK?! I NEED you to know how excited I am about that :D Can’t wait to see what you’ve chosen to write about!
Me trying to pick my favorite Megan outfit of the month: IMPOSSIBLE! cuz all are amazing! So glad you had a beautiful month! Love seeing Gemma and your bae always!
I think splitting up the newsletter sounds wonderful, whatever’s best for you!
Thank you for sharing your month with us!
It was a nice month for me too! I got into my dream university on US’s day for
Thanksgiving! Which was so special! I have been working on this for so long, I earned my associates last year and with the pandemic halting my exploring during my 2 years at community college I worried I wouldn’t ever pinpoint what I’d want to do. It took a lot of tears, months of uncertainty and hard work but I finally submitted my application and was accepted! I move from NC (my home for 20 years) to Ohio in August of next year as I’ll be attending The Ohio State University for Journalism! I still cannot believe it! Ahh!
I hope everyone is well!
Wishing you a Delightful December Megan, and to all of you lovelies!
(P.S. I’ve been meaning to share this with you Megan! my mom and I have been working in our self-love workbooks together and we’re on the “body image” chapter and when the question asked “who are your body positive influences” I wrote your name! I’ve been trying to express gratitude more, so thank you for being so amazing!
Whew! That's a busy month! Glad you make time for self care to decompress and process.
Omg, I have a copy of "My Vulva and I" and dream of having a cast done by Lydia! How exciting! I can't wait to see how it turns out (if you choose to share).
My November was long, but good. I started fostering two kittens in October, so November was filled with watching them grow and getting in so many snuggle sessions. My birthday is in November, and I chose to throw myself a birthday housewarming party to get some help with home goods. I had a roommate for a year, and when she moved out, I realized I didn't have any kitchen supplies because she had purchased those when we moved in together. I was so happy and grateful and felt so so loved by everyone who showed up to celebrate with me and those who couldn't but reached out to chat and send best wishes.
My December is slammed with trips and events, so it was nice to have a month of chill.
Hiii Megan! 🩷💜🩵
So lovely to hear how you're doing as always. And I'm thrilled for the prospect of a new book! Also loving your movie interviews I'm glad you've found an additional niche there.
Around the structure of the newsletter, I'm sure I'm not alone in saying we're grateful for whatever you have the bandwidth to put out, it's all appreciated and just as you preach to us, self care comes first 🫶
It's been a rough month over here, work has been making me feel burnt out and fertility issues in my relationship have been weighing heavily. I also took a big step in meeting up with some former colleagues I haven't seen in years, there was a lot of insecurity about how my body has changed since they last saw me but in the end things went well and it didn't come up (of course, that was just the voice in my head), folks were just happy to reconnect.
Anyway thanks as always for this creating this space, reading your newsletter always perks up my day. 😊
Oh Megan, I'm so excited about your new book! I was running an independent english-language bookstore in Rome when the first one was published, and I always made sure to have a bunch of copies of it in stock and recommended it to everyone! My life has completely changed now that I'm a coach and yoga teacher, but I'd definitely recommend the new book too - even before reading it ahah
I still have a photo on instagram of me reading your book at the bookstore, I'll DM it to you. It's such a lovely memory of what now feels like a past life🌸
Thank you so much for all the amazing things you keep doing, even those that seem small - but they're not!
Lovely 🌺 MJC 🌺 and MJC-Mail family, I am sending this from the hospital 😔 life got the better of me - or rather, my brain conspired against my 'hope engine'. I am considering sending my medical bill to the Prof of the team we collaborated with on a $3M funding application, who chose to leave said application to the last minute: hello, 48 hours straight working 🙄 I am digging deep, and MJC seeing your glorious November in all its pink, purple pride splendour is a glimmer in a particularly dark place.... sending love, as always 💕
It's so exciting to read about all of the amazing things you are doing these days! I'm beyond happy for you and after many struggles, you deserve this time of abundance so please enjoy it as I know you will. In my corner, I've joined a church after meeting a few members and getting a distinct feeling of calm. It has helped me stay grounded and sane during an incredibly tumultuous time with my family. My mother has suffered a psychotic break and we had to put her in a psychiatric hospital where she is now refusing to communicate with us. It is heartbreaking after a lifetime of being besties with my mom and sharing everything with each other, but I know that this is a time when she needs to get well so I'm trying to focus on keeping myself well too. Hopefully I'll have better news next month and she will have made some progress. Love to Char and Gemma and of course to you!
I love the idea of splitting it into two. Sometimes by the end of the newsletter I just fly through it because I don't have a tonne of time. If it comes at a different moment it is two moments of joy and I get to enjoy it more.
I also have a different suggestion. I am a paid subscriber and I love that I get to compensate you for your work in that way. However the message at the bottom of the e-mail saying thank you is the same every time so I just gloss over that. My idea would be to change that every time. Doesn't have to be a whole extra section of course (I am not paying for extras, I am paying because I want to) but just changing it up with one or two different sentences so that it doesn't feel like a standard template as much. I hope I said that in the nicest way possible because I mean it in the nicest way possible. And if you do not have the capacity to do this then please do not feel obliged. Love your content. Thank you!!
Uni is kicking my ass lately, and I can really feel it on my mental health, even though I try my best to balance things. Luckily, I'll be finishing my masters in six months (insert panic about having to start working). But it is seriously doing its best at killing my christmas spirit.
! Chalamet alert!
Wow Megan you have been a busy 🐝
In the last month I have done a few things for charity.
I did a firewalk for Maggies cancer charity and raised £162 not a great deal but over my target and been raising awareness since. I am memorable Moments by Rachael Young on Facebook and linkedin.
I was photographer at a charity ball and first big event without drinking alcohol I joined in it was great love 80s music. The 80s girls on Facebook amazing band. I had another radio about walking on fire and glass walk previously to my interview but on the night I was on a charity Radio station live doing a glass walk I did twice i felt free, empowered and all around amazing. I did an adventure walk with my friends business and some photos doing a treasure hunt and fire by the sea, a few others did a sea dip which I didn't at the time but been in since I love the sea no matter the time of year I feel free.
During all of this I was made homeless and living in a hostel but it's quiet, clean and comfortable so suits me. I am trying to manage physical and mental health which is tricky but Im a warrior. Thanks for sharing your life with us lots of love to anyone who may need it , especially this difficult time of year from the west of Northumberland ❤️😘🤗
Thank you so much dear it really is appreciated 💖 sending back to anyone who needs an extra bit of love from the north , west of Northumberland 💖