A Holiday Reset for Distracted Lives

Sharing a Letter from our Founder & Chairman

͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏ ‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌  Please Click Here to Manage Your Preferences or Unsubscribe "We're living in the most 'connected' time in history, yet we're facing an epidemic of loneliness. Is it because we've traded presence for pings?" Finding a Break from Distraction Modern life has a way of filling every available second. Work follows us home, family life runs on calendars and logistics, and our screens keep buzzing for our attention. Over time, that pace can leave us distracted and out of touch with ourselves and the people we love. That is part of what makes this time of year so meaningful. It creates a natural opening to slow down, step out of the noise, and reflect on what matters. When I do, I feel more grounded, more at peace, and happier. Why don't we give ourselves this kind of pause more often? 👉 Explore the power taking a mental break A closer look: What all this noise may be doing to your mind and relationships What Easter and Passover rituals can teach us about stepping back The many forms of reflection, and the easiest way to begin Easter Rituals That Stay With Us What do crawfish boils, sunrise services, and hidden Easter baskets have in common? They've all helped shape lasting memories on this sacred holiday. Thank you to all the Celebrations Pulse readers who shared their meals, moments, and family rituals. 👉 See what they shared 50 Years In: Undercover Boss Meets Big Brother What happens when your little brother puts on a wig, takes a fake name, and tries to pass as an out-of-work house painter on national television? As 1-800-Flowers.com celebrates its 50th anniversary, I look back on my relationship with my brother Chris and his unforgettable starring role on Undercover Boss. 👉 Watch the episode to see why an older brother's job to keep things interesting never goes away. In this week's Power & Impact, I talk with Jeff Sprecher, the founder and CEO of Intercontinental Exchange and the force behind the New York Stock Exchange, about his instinct for finding opportunity in places others overlook. Jeff built his career by taking on complicated, out-of-favor systems and making them simpler and stronger. IF YOU MISSED IT: In last week's Celebrate Your Story, I spoke with Haresh Tharani , whose journey spans apparel manufacturing, global business, and investing. Grounded in family and faith, he reflects on the lessons that shaped him and the belief that success is measured by how we treat others and how well we listen along the way. Available on YouTube, Apple, and Spotify. Written by our Founder and Chairman, our Celebrations Pulse letters aim to engage with our community. From sharing stories to welcoming your ideas, we want to help you to express, connect, and celebrate the important people in your life. View as webpage This email was sent by: 1-800-FLOWERS.COM, Inc. Two Jericho Plaza Suite 200 Jericho, NY, 11753, USA Manage Email Preferences | Terms & Conditions | Unsubscribe from Pulse Newsletter