Are you feeling beautiful today, ? 

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Well, I sure hope so because I've got some beautiful notes for you today and one surprising one, too! But before we get started, here's a reminder that if you enjoy reading this newsletter, please consider heading over to Buy Me a Coffee if you want to help keep me caffeinated 🙋🏽‍♀️ 

Okay, so there's a chance it's not really a surprise, but it was a little abrupt for Geige and Dan and the usual Sunday night Town Hall livestream for Streamyard, to stop. At that point there was no definitive word on the sale of Streamyard but now the deal is done. 

I'm going to miss those guys and I'm not sure what this means to users of Streamyard quite yet. But here is the introduction from the one of the team at Bending Spoons (the new owner) on Streamyard's YouTube Community Tab.

Davide shared a similar message in the Facebook group but I wanted to make sure you can access it on YouTube in case you want to add any thoughts, feedback or concerns. 

From what I understand, Bending Spoons is an Italian company and I believe owns Evernote and MeetUp, which I'm sure you have heard about.

At any rate, Geige and Dan were always good to me and I will miss watching the Town Hall replays every Monday morning, but wish them well and much success on whatever they choose to work on next. 

Now Let's Get Some Shopping Therapy In

Check out this new video I made for you as I explore the new scoops on YouTube Shopping capabilities. (This should make us feel better.) 

I know I'm impressed so far and although this hasn't yet rolled out to everybody, keep your eyes open. 

Remember, I keep mentioning how YouTube wants to support the Creator Economy? Well, this looks like there's a lot of good swirling around in the shopping world on YouTube, that's for sure. 

Take a look !0-0! below: ⬇️⬇️⬇️

Here's an overview from YouTube on the expanded Partnership Program and Shopping Features

Listen to Learn About More Transitions 🎧

I know it's been a minute, but I'm having to face the end of Anchor for podcasting and think about possible changes. (Btw, I'm thrilled to learn that we can create Twitter Spaces from desktop now which means I can use my Shure MV7 mic for better sound quality!)  I thought I'd just record a podcast and share some of my thoughts and advice on coping with transitions...

You can open your favorite app for listening to podcasts or tune in right here: 

Don't forget, YouTube is jumping into the podcasting arena full barrel now too and it's getting interesting to see how popular it seems to be getting and fast. I'll have more to tell you about that soon as I attended a webinar called YouTube Podcasting 101 recently on the topic and things are happening! 

Time for some self-care

In the midst of all these changes and transitions, I want to remind you to take care of yourself. It's prime time for you to think about all the ways you can treat yourself. 

Make space in your day to rejuvenate your mind, body, and spirit so you can be prepared to conquer whatever comes your way next!

I curated a list of ideas on Benable to help put you in the right frame of mind. They range from something simple like daily meditation (I meditate everyday) or something more immersive like planning a trip to your local Himalayan Salt Cave Spa (this one is on my to-do list).

But for now, just get comfortable on your chair, mat or cushion, take a deep breath and slowly let it out...

Well, I think I've given you enough to think about today, so I'd love to get your feedback on the video and podcast episode. Actually, on any of the topics in today's beautiful newsletter. Or, hit reply and let me know if you have other topics you want to hear about. 

Cheers and Namaste 🦋

Stay beautiful,

~ Ms. Ileane