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Welcome to the New Year!! I hope you are all having a great start to the new year of 2024. I am thrilled to welcome you to another exciting year of insightful and engaging content at Long Branch Lifestyle. As you know, we launched in 2023, and we are excited to continue our journey with you this year. As we embark on this new year, we have some exciting news to share with you. We are introducing a brand new section in our publication called "City List." This section will focus on the best businesses in our area, highlighting several categories each month. We will be reaching out to you, our readers, to tell us who you think is the best in each category. This is an excellent opportunity for us to showcase and support the incredible local businesses that make our community so special. Along with our new section, we remain committed to bringing you the high-quality content you have come to expect from Long Branch Lifestyle. We will continue to cover a wide range of topics, from local news and events to food, culture, and more. Your feedback and suggestions are always welcome. If you have any story ideas, photos, or upcoming events you think we should cover, please don't hesitate to reach out. We value our relationships in the community and look forward to another incredible year. Thank you for your continued support! Best regards,

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B R E AT H E : Taking time to quiet your mind by practicing yoga and deep breathing exercises can help reduce stress and promote relaxation. Sit or lie down in a quiet place and take slow, deep breaths through your nose. Hold your breath for a few seconds, then exhale slowly through your mouth. Focus on breathing from your diaphragm and repeat regularly to promote relaxation and reduce stress.

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S TA R T S M A L L : To avoid feeling overwhelmed and increase your chances of success, it's important to start small and set achievable goals. Find what works best for you and your lifestyle. Taking small steps towards better health can result in long-term positive changes.

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ARTICLE BY SHANNON LITTLEHALE January is Get Organized Month. After the busyness of the holidays has passed, we are all ready to simplify our lives. You’re likely familiar with the influx of things that we see come into our homes during the holidays - gifts, kids' crafts, decorations, and general clutter that we didn’t have time to address during the fullness of the season. If you’re feeling overwhelmed, stressed or anxious, or unproductive in your home, it could be because of clutter. What is clutter? It’s anything that doesn’t support the life you want to live in your space. Clutter can be anything. It’s often thought of as piles of paper, but it’s also found in our excess of things. Small appliances that don’t get used, clothing that no longer fits or feels good, supplies for hobbies we no longer do, collections that are not well maintained, and even expired foods in our pantries. Clutter can make us feel shame or guilt - like an unfinished project we had good intentions for, items that were passed down to us when a loved one died that don’t serve our lives, and even things that we spent a lot of money on that are no longer useful or didn’t work out as we hoped. Clutter is known to cause a lot of problems for our mental health. A cluttered home or work environment can lead to stress, feelings of shame or inadequacy, distraction and decreased productivity, and general negative behavioral effects. The Minimalism Movement has taken off not just because of its

aesthetic. There is a real correlation between having less and being able to function more effectively in an environment. According to Psychology Today, decluttering your environment can lead to increased focus and productivity. Having less also allows us to spend less time taking care of our stuff, looking for our stuff, and finding solutions for our stuff. Our things should serve us, and not the other way around. Having less allows you to spend more time and resources on the things that really matter - your family, yourself, and your community. As we enter the New Year, January provides a great opportunity for a reset in all areas of our lives. If you’re ready to make changes in your home and how you feel and live in it, consider decluttering and organizing your home as your resolution for 2024. If you’re ready to start our decluttering journey, here are some important things to keep in mind as you go. The first thing I always tell my clients is that decluttering is a process - it’s not a one-and-done kind of thing. As long as we are bringing things into our home, there will be the opportunity for clutter. The good news is that with some time and intention, clutter can be kept under control really easily. When you first start to declutter your home, it’s so important to start small. You might think that by starting with your closet or office, you’ll tackle a big project and gain momentum quickly, but those CONTINUED >

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spaces require so many decisions and people often become overwhelmed quickly. Instead of creating a calm and organized environment, you end up with a bigger mess. By starting with a smaller space like a drawer or cabinet, you are able to start practicing decluttering in spaces where there are fewer decisions, and you’ll start gaining that momentum as you keep working your decluttering muscles. Don’t forget to give yourself grace. There are often a lot of feelings of guilt and shame when decluttering. It’s okay to let things go that do not serve the life that you want to have in your home, but it’s also sometimes really hard. It can be helpful to ask a friend or family member to join you at times as you go through some things that are more sentimental or bring up negative feelings. If you get stuck, there are a number of Professional Organizers in the area that can help you. Reach out to a few of us and see who you best connect with. Decluttering and organizing can be really intimate, so it’s important that you feel comfortable with the organizer you work with. Know that we are all here to help and come with no judgment. Now that you’re ready to start, here are a few tips to help you get going:

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Work in small chunks of time. Take 10-15 minutes a day to tackle a small space. Set a timer, put on music or a podcast, and get to work. When the timer goes off, wrap up your project and carry on with your day. It might take you several days of this to feel like you’re making progress, but don’t give up - you will see progress!

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Set up 3 areas for things leaving your space. You will need an area for donations (a clean trash bag works well in a pinch), one for trash (the actual trash can works great here!), and one for items that belong elsewhere (don’t forget to put them away!). If an item is staying in the area you’re working on, you’ll just put it back when you’re finished decluttering.

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Find an organization you’re happy to donate to. This makes letting things go so much easier if you’re happy to support a local organization with your donations. There are so many great local organizations that you can donate to, but there are also larger national organizations like Goodwill or Salvation Army that accept a large variety of items

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Drop off your donations regularly. As you declutter, drop your donations off regularly. The goal is to remove things from your space - and that includes your car too! Driving around with donations in your trunk doesn’t help anyone. Set time aside each week to drop your donations off as you work to declutter your home.

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Meal prepping is a powerful tool to save time and achieve healthy eating goals. Planning is the first step to effective meal prepping. Assess your schedule for the week ahead and determine which meals you need to prepare. Head to the grocery store and stock up on healthy staples like vegetables, lean protein sources, and whole grains to ensure you have everything you need. Choose one or two days during the week to dedicate to meal prep. This can be a weekend

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THE ART OF MEAL PREPPING: TIPS FOR A HEALTHIER LIFESTYLE

day or a weekday evening, depending on your schedule. Spend a few hours in the kitchen preparing your meals for the week. There are several strategies you can use for meal prep. You can choose to prep full meals ahead- or prep ingredients in advance so they can quickly assemble meals during the week. If you're prepping entire meals ahead of time, choose recipes that are easy to reheat like soups, stews, and casseroles. You can also prep salads ahead of time, but keep the dressing separate to prevent your greens from getting soggy. Cook a large batch of brown rice or quinoa and use it as a base for different meals throughout the week. Roasting a large batch of vegetables is also an excellent idea, as you can use them as a side dish or add them to salads and bowls. When it comes to storing your prepped meals and ingredients, glass containers are an excellent option because they're reusable and can be cleaned in the dishwasher. Don't be afraid to mix things up! Eating the same thing every day can quickly become dull. Try prepping different recipes each week to keep things interesting and exciting. Meal prepping is perfect for busy professionals, students, or parents juggling multiple responsibilities. It's a great way to simplify your life and achieve your health goals. Our smoothie bowl recipes are a great option for your meal prep!

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Jeff Koons: A Private Portrait Pollak Theater, 400 Cedar Avenue, Long Branch | 7:30 PM Not just a documentary, but an amazing journey inside the mind of the most controversial artist of our time. Jeff Koons is widely regarded as one of the most influential, popular and disputed artists of the last 30 years. This film will show the hidden mechanisms lying behind the person, and the Koons brand.

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Jason’s Available Properties

Jason’s Available properties

Melrose Terrace#413 #413Long LongBranch, Branch,NJNJ$6,000 2 BD,per 2 BA, Condo $6,000 per2month (Rental ) 3030 Melrose Terrace month (rental) 2 BD, BA, Condo

Ocean Boulevard Long Branch, NJ 2 BD, BA, Condo $4,995 month (Rental) 525525 Ocean Boulevard #106#106 Long Branch, NJ $4.995 per 2month (rental)2 BD, per 2 BA, Condo

365 Ocean Boulevard #408 Long Branch, NJ 2 BD, 2 BA, Condo $1,450,000

Jason Prifold, Long Branch Condo Expert LongBranchCondos.com Jason is the team lead for the Tri-State Advisory Team and a Licensed Real Estate Salesperson with The Agency. Jason has set multiple records in the Condo market in Long Branch. He currently holds the record for the highest 1 bedroom sold in Long Branch history. Jason is also the creator of LongBranchCondos.com. The website is a great tool for buyers and renters looking for available apartments or would like to know more about a specific condominium. The website provides his team and sellers information like where the top regions buyers are searching from. This allows him to provide maximum exposure to his listed properties and achieve the highest sale price for his sellers. As a licensed real estate agent in both New York and New Jersey, Jason is dedicated to providing exceptional service to his clients. With years of experience in the industry and a deep knowledge of the local real estate market, Jason is well equipped to help you achieve your real estate goals. If you're looking for a dedicated and experienced real estate agent, look no further. Contact Jason today to learn more about how he can help you achieve your real estate goals.

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