By Emily Merrell The moment I met Jodee, I knew we were kindred spirits. Jodee is filled with boundless energy and curiosity for the world’s stories. It’s no wonder that she’s constantly snapping photos that speak volumes. She has a way of making a photo shoot fun and intimate. She’s also able to turn someone … Read more
By Amanda McAvena Growing up, I used to walk around the Lake of the Isles near downtown Minneapolis and dream of the day I’d own one of those picturesque homes. I would picture myself planting a vegetable garden in the back while listening to “Our House” by Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young. When I moved … Read more
By Emily Merrell How many times have you been on vacation and spent more time answering work emails than actually disconnecting? I’ve been there. I’d often need a vacation from a vacation because I needed time to regroup from my half “on vacation” mode and half “still working” mentality. I was burned out. It wasn’t … Read more
Why hello there, I’m LA Marks, the Chief Poetic Officer (CPO) of Ars Poetica, the world’s only woman-owned poetic agency, and Six Degrees Society asked me to ease your minds and spark your imaginations this Valentine’s Day. Valentines (and Galentines) have been particularly on my mind this year as I’ve just launched my first poetic … Read more
By Emily Merrell The first time someone told me to try oils on my face, I just laughed. As a child with oily skin, putting more oil on seemed pretty counterintuitive. Yet, rather than dismissing the idea entirely, I leaned in and tried it. It started out with chia seed oils, then argan oils and … Read more
By Emily Merrell On a scale of 1-10, how sustainable are you? If you paused to reflect on what that word means, you need to meet Friday Apaliski. Friday is a Sustainability Concierge. She combs your home to help you make a more sustainable life plan. Learn more below on how you can take specific … Read more
By Kristin DeCou Many of us love the idea of self-care. We focus on it for a few days, renewing our desire to take time for ourselves. Then, before we know it, life gets in the way. Self-care is more than just getting a mani-pedi or booking that single massage. Self-care is about becoming the … Read more
By Christina Blacken The beauty of working for yourself is the freedom – but with that freedom comes an overwhelming number of choices. If you’re not quite ready to commit to the pricey cost of a coworking space and are tired of working on your couch at home, the list below is a great start … Read more
By Gillian Kane We are amid one of my favorite seasons: Award Season! The exact start of Award Season is hotly contested, but I’d say it starts around September with the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF). That’s when a majority of the contenders premiere and their People’s Choice Award usually indicates a Best Picture nominee … Read more
By Angela Baker Sometimes it feels like we may not have enough power to succeed in a male-dominated world. Instead of thinking about giving up your dreams, look for successful women who positively impact our community. Below are just a few – I hope their stories will inspire you to go after your dreams. Michelle … Read more
