What do Oprah and Sharon Osbourne have in common?

“No.” - Rosa Parks

Home: The struggle for homeownership is real, especially with corporate entities, including Wall Street, snapping up nearly 22% of single-family homes in the past year. 

A recent bill, the "End Hedge Fund Control of American Homes Act," aims to curb this trend, requiring large funds to sell off 10% of their single-family properties over a decade and imposing a 50% tax on the fair market value of new acquisitions. 

Housing expert Geoff Smith emphasizes that the issue began after the 2008 recession when distressed homes became appealing to institutional investors with ample capital. The bill's goal is to address concerns about affordability, property conditions, and eviction processes while preventing mass corporate ownership. 

However, Smith notes that additional factors, such as mortgage credit availability and affordability, must be considered to truly impact the real estate market and enable individual homeownership. The bill, the first national proposal on this issue, recognizes the need for federal intervention to regulate these entities effectively.

Careers: Embarking on a career or entrepreneurial journey is no cakewalk. It's a choice, not destiny.  

Despite the challenges of self-doubt, anxiety, and long hours, entrepreneurs thrive on a mindset that says, "If you're working for life, might as well work for yourself." 

Their beliefs include a strong self-trust fueled by the voice in their head championing their talents and abilities.

Even if you decide not to take the leap to working for yourself, you can adopt their mindset to help you advance in your career.

For entrepreneurs, boredom isn't the endgame; they seek continuous growth and achievement. Unlike the corporate gain-or-loss game, entrepreneurs genuinely celebrate others' success, fostering a collaborative and supportive community. Trusting in their capabilities, entrepreneurs start ventures with the mindset: "If others can do it, why not me?" 

It's a question we should all ask ourselves: "Why not you?"

Health: Celebs like Sharon Osbourne and Oprah have sparked a craze around weight-loss medications like Ozempic and Wegovy, with nearly 2 percent of the U.S. population using semaglutide (yes, that’s what they’re called) drugs. While these meds can aid weight loss, experts stress the enduring importance of a healthy lifestyle, particularly in terms of nutrition.

Dr. Kunal Shah advises maintaining a higher-protein diet, crucial for preserving muscle mass and promoting fullness during weight loss. Protein's lower glycemic index supports stable blood sugar and fat burning. The recommended daily protein intake is around 1 gram per kilogram of body weight, with individual needs varying.

Reducing carbs and sugar while increasing protein intake is emphasized by experts like Dr. Mir Ali and nutritionist Scott Keatley. They recommend obtaining protein primarily from regular meals, with supplements like sugar-free protein shakes considered if dietary goals are challenging.

For those on weight-loss medications, consulting with a registered dietitian is advised, and tracking protein intake using apps like MyFitnessPal can provide valuable insights. Protein serves as a crucial building block for health, synergizing with medication and exercise for optimal results.

Investments Worth Watching 

Drool-worthy meals in gorgeous cookware? Yes, please! And it doesn’t hurt that food-cooked Our Place products look great on social media.

Though relatively new, the brand took the world by storm and has managed to raise over $9 million in funding.

💪 What they do: Our Place is a direct-to-consumer kitchenware company that makes your meals look as beautiful as they taste.

📅 Founded: 2018

🤑 Funding: $9.9 million

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How to Be the Love You Seek: Break Cycles, Find Peace, and Heal Your Relationships

Human survival depends on connections, yet these bonds often lead to suffering due to our brain's negativity bias. Traditional relationship advice, advocating compromise, is seen by Dr. Nicole LePera as a recipe for resentment. 

In "How to Be the Love You Seek," she offers a fresh approach, using scientific research to understand how early unmet needs shape current relationship patterns. 

The book, part of her trilogy, guides readers toward respectful and compassionate relationships, teaching safety, identifying needs, building resilience, and fostering connections. It includes practical tools, serving as a healing roadmap for generations.

😋 MMM, Yummy! 

Holiday cheer isn’t quite in full swing without a bit of somethin’ somethin’ in the grown-ups glass. Let us help with that. 

Here are 60 winter-time drink recipes just for you. 

• Peppermint Martini

• Milk Punch 

• Cranberry Mimosa

• Pomegranate Sparklers