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As the air turns crisp and daylight shortens, something shifts in the way we work. The bright, high-energy pace of summer gives way to a slower, more intentional rhythm. It’s the season of cozy sweaters, warm drinks, and quiet creativity — and at Thrive, we believe your environment plays a powerful role in how inspired, […]

Seasons of Focus: How Cozy Spaces and Community Spark Creativity

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There’s the work we get paid for—and then there’s everything else. The unseen labor of running households, remembering appointments, managing school schedules, planning meals, organizing childcare, and holding the invisible threads that keep life functioning. It’s called the mental load, and for women—especially working women—it’s often the job that never ends. At Thrive, our community […]

The Mental Load Is Real: How Women in Business Are Managing the Invisible Work

Working Moms

– How redefining hustle is reshaping the modern workplace – The real meaning behind the “lazy girl job” The phrase lazy girl job might sound flippant, but the conversation it sparked is anything but. At its core, it’s a response to burnout culture—the pushback against equating value with overwork. What’s being reclaimed isn’t laziness; it’s […]

“Lazy Girl Job” Is a Boundary Move — Not a Slacker Move

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How saying “no” more often leads to more energy, creativity, and connection — at work and at home. Invitation: what if busyness is the problem, not the goal? We often lionize the person with the jam-packed schedule, the back-to-back meetings, the 80-hour workweek. But if you lean into that ideal, you risk burning out your […]

At Thrive, we’ve always believed that community is about more than shared workspaces. It’s about people bringing their full selves — their stories, their creativity, their ideas — to the table. That’s why we’re thrilled to share that our founder, Lynne King Smith, and our community manager, Braelyn Brown, have launched a brand-new podcast: Everything […]

Our Founder and Community Manager Launch a New Podcast

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Summer moves fast. Between family schedules, travel, and long days that seem to blur together, it’s easy to slip into “go, go, go” mode. When September rolls in, it can feel like someone hit the reset button. The light shifts, the air cools, and suddenly – our bodies and minds crave something different. At Thrive, […]

The Fall Energy Shift: How to Reground After a Fast Summer

Wellness

Entrepreneurship can feel exhilarating, but let’s be honest – it can also feel isolating. You’re juggling decisions, wearing a dozen hats, and pushing forward through uncertainty. Even with a strong family or team behind you, the unique weight of leading a business can sometimes feel like it rests squarely on your shoulders. That’s where community […]

Remote work is no longer a trend – it’s the way many of us live and work every single day. But here’s the catch: just because you can work from anywhere doesn’t mean you’ve figured out how to do it without burning out, feeling isolated, or blurring every line between work and life. At Thrive, […]

How to Create a Productive Remote Work Routine (That You’ll Actually Stick To)

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