In this series, we share all sorts of things we’ve bookmarked and saved for the week ahead. From our favorite articles, to delicious recipes we’ve discovered, to books we can’t put down, to podcast episodes that make traffic on the 405 bearable — we’ll have it all right here. After all, who doesn’t want to start the week off with a little bit of inspo? Be sure to leave a comment with your favorites of the week, too!!

Feature Image: Shade Degges , Design Credit: Ashe Leandro

ARTICLE TO READ —

The Sweet Spot // via Kinfolk

PODCAST TO LISTEN TO—

Jay Shetty on Building Confidence // 7 Habits of Highly Confident People, and 7 Ways to Build Self Confidence

BOOK TO START—

Psychology of Money // Doing well with money isn’t necessarily about what you know. It’s about how you behave. And behavior is hard to teach, even to really smart people.

RECIPE TO MAKE—

Smoky Watermelon Lemon Margarita // This Smoky Watermelon Lemon Margarita is my favorite quick and easy, but oh so refreshing summer margarita. Smoky mezcal (or tequila) mixed with a splash of orange liquor, sweet watermelon cider, a touch of citrusy lemon, mint, and spicy jalapeños. This summery garden-inspired margarita is a fruity, smoky, and spicy take on the classic

THING TO BUY—

Vintner’s Daughter Face Oil // Favorite face oil FOREVER

PLACE TO GIVE—

Blessings In A Backpack // Blessings in a Backpack mobilizes communities, individuals, and resources to provide food on the weekends for school-aged children across America who might otherwise go hungry.