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You don’t need to do more to feel better.
You don’t need to fix yourself to be worthy of joy.
You’re not broken — you’re just burned out from living in a world that asks too much and gives too little.

The Positive Pulse is a free, joy-fueled community for the worn out, the whimsical, and the wonderfully weird.
If you’ve ever felt out of place in hustle culture, allergic to toxic positivity, or tired of self-help that feels like homework—this is your invitation to something softer, smarter, and more you.

What’s Inside Positive Pulse?

💛 100+ helpful, playful video + audio tools for joy, calm, and self-trust
💛 Daily nudges and reminders that help you feel good without needing to earn it
💛 3+ monthly events to connect with fellow weirdos and feel less alone
💛 A safe, creative space that welcomes all parts of you—no pressure, no performance
💛 First dibs and special discounts on future programs, goodies, and events

This is the home for the Alt-Joy revolution—where healing looks like sidewalk chalk, pleasure is political, and being human gets to be weird again.

Come as you are.
Leave a little brighter.

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 How Can I Support You Today?

Whether you need a quick boost or long-term support, there’s something here for you:

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Not sure where to start? No worries! Each section is designed to meet you exactly where you are.
Click the one that speaks to you most, and let’s find your perfect path to joy.

[Still not sure? Send me a message at mary@uncustomary.org, and I’ll help guide you!]

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