💪 A Hairy Chin Update 👋

Hello there!

It’s been a little while since you’ve heard from me here, and I’ve missed being in your inbox. Sometimes our bodies remind us it’s time to pause, and this summer, mine certainly did.

Over the past few months, I stepped away from the podcast and newsletter to focus on some complicated health issues - the kind that call for high doses of steroids and immunosuppressants - and all the lovely side effects that come along with them. As well, an unfortunate fall left me with a broken wrist - thankfully, the non-dominant one!

It hasn’t been an easy time, but it has taught me a lot.

This truly became my “Summer of Self-Advocacy.” I’ve learned what it means to advocate for my own health and wellness - in the doctor’s office, in relationships, in how I show up for myself, and in the ways I care for my body.

Through it all, The Hairy Chin has been a meaningful constant. Even while I stepped back publicly, I’ve kept working quietly in the background, and that steady focus has given me such purpose and support. I’m deeply grateful for this space and community.

I’m now happy to be making my way back, and I’m looking forward to sharing what I’ve been working on and what this journey has taught me.

Here’s to a new season of advocacy, growth, and taking life one step at a time - together.

I’ll see you soon!

Spencer