Bookmark This is a series featuring all sorts of things we’ve been loving lately. From delightful reads and favorite products, to playlists or podcasts that keep us company as we work from home (or commute to the office) — we’re sharing some of our recent favorites.

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ARTICLE TO READ —It’s Not You, It’s the Catch-Up Trap: Why Your Adult Friendships Kind of Suck Now // Many adult friendships fall into a “catch-up trap,” where friends repeatedly only exchange life updates instead of creating new shared experiences. Explore strategies to break out and deepen the friendships in your life.

ALBUM TO LISTEN TO — The Art of Loving by Olivia Dean // A warm, introspective exploration of love in its many forms — romantic, platonic, and self-love — and how learning to love well is really an art.

RECIPE TO MAKE — Instant Pot Pesto Zuppa Toscana // Spicy Italian chicken sausage simmered in a creamy basil pesto broth with potatoes, kale, a little lemon, and even a some bacon. YUM! 

THING TO BUY — Pamela’s Pickles // Pamela Anderson’s family recipe and Flamingo Estate’s signature flavors combine to create the most delicious pickles we’ve ever tasted.

PLACE TO GIVE — Global Fund for Women // The Global Fund for Women is a non-profit foundation funding women’s human rights initiatives.