“Dear Friend: Daily Love Notes for Contemplation, Connection, and Clarity” is a lovely book by Michelle Maros, with a forward by her mother and podcasting partner, Barb Schmidt.
In Dear Friend, Michelle writes to you with the warmth and wisdom of a trusted friend, offering daily, bite-sized, loving notes that encourage connection, resilience, and true self-care.
This book will offer you a daily reprieve when you feel burned out, beaten down, or overwhelmed by the strains and stresses of modern life.
Michelle is the founder of “Peaceful Mind Peaceful Life,”, a nonprofit committed to enhancing mental health and fostering inner peace globally, and cohost of the widely loved podcast, “Life Happens with Barb & Michelle.”
The heart of Dear Friend began in the quiet mornings Michelle shared with Barb. Every day, they would sit together, reading affirmations or passages from Barb’s beloved books.
These small rituals—simple but powerful—set the tone for each day, grounding them in gratitude, hope, and love. Over time, these moments became a cornerstone of Michelle’s life, showing her the deep, transformative power of starting each day with intention, kindness, and a connection to what truly matters.
Dear Friend is an invitation for readers to feel the same support and connection Michelle found in those quiet moments, as they navigate their own paths with love and purpose; with 365 profound, heartfelt reflections offering inspiration as you navigate the ebbs and flows of life.