A creator, community builder, and mother of 5 living in New York, working with women globally.
VANESSA CORNELL
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Voicenotes From A Friend delivers unfiltered reflections, sometimes raw and ridiculous, but always real.
Each week, I’ll send you a voicenote on Substack, just like we’re chatting friend to friend. I talk about things like “I Had A Six-Pack. I Also Had Chronic Pain” and “I Was Ready To Burn It All Down. Then I Bought Yarn,” along with other sometimes-taboo musings for women moving through midlife.
There's something deeply calming about running fiber through your hands, and for generations, women have gathered to knit, sew, crochet, and stitch together. Join me monthly for a sweet, low-pressure virtual gathering to bring your project, meet fellow makers, and settle into a little creativity and community. Whether you're experienced or just starting out, all are welcome.
Our Virtual Stitching Circles happen monthly, with each session tied to a different theme. Check out our calendar below to see what's coming up and register for the next one.
Free Monthly Stitching Circles
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I threw a bomb into my life, and as I picked up the pieces, I searched far and wide for teachers and guides who could help me, only to realize I had the answers within all along. I just needed to create the conditions to remember them.
In the process, I went from sleepwalking through life and feeling disconnected to a life that feels purposeful and alive. And that’s what I want for you.
I had everything I could have ever dreamed of–a loving husband, five children, abundance and success–and felt trapped in a crushing and debilitating loneliness.
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A weekly voicenote from me to you. Sometimes deep, sometimes ridiculous, always human. Think of it like the kind of voicenote I’d leave my best friend—the messy, unfiltered version of me, saying the things we don’t usually say out loud. Now I’m sending them to you.
A weekly voicenote from me to you.
Sometimes deep, sometimes ridiculous, always human. Think of it like the kind of voicenote I’d leave my best friend—the messy, unfiltered version of me, saying the things we don’t usually say out loud. Now I’m sending them to you.
Voicenotes From A Friend
REAL TALK FOR REAL WOMEN
I love to share my ups, my downs, and everything in between. I write weekly(ish) newsletters because telling the truth about my life and the thoughts inside my head is the personal practice that keeps me both sane and inspired. I also love to share free resources, prompts for reflection, and introduce the teachers, products, and offerings I can’t get enough of.
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love letters
messy, beautiful, Humorous truths about life, friendship, and everything in between.
Voicenotes from a friend
resources for the woman who chooses to show up and believe in herself every single day