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HUGE congratulations, Jane. You're building quite a thing here. 🎉🎉🎉

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Oooooh, thank you, Mike! That means so much coming from you. Thank you for being a part of it!! And for inspiring me to finally read (listen to...) Earthsea and pretty much changing my life!

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Apr 2Liked by Jane Ratcliffe

Happy birthday!! Thank you for all the work you put in to birth and nourish this wonderful newsletter. These sentences express my own beliefs exactly and capture in part what I love so much about your interviews and writing - “I’ve come to believe that these sorts of challenges either make you hard and bitter or they blow your heart right open. Mostly, my heart has been blown open.” Your open heart shines through in everything you share here.

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Thank you so so much, Lisa! Your kind words mean a lot! And thank you for being such a beautiful part of this community!

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I like that you are a genuine person. You attract what you are.

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That means so much, Robert. Thank you! And you've been here since pretty much the beginning, I think. So thanks for sticking around!

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Apr 2·edited Apr 2Liked by Jane Ratcliffe

Happy birthday! I don't remember which interview it was that I first encountered, but it only took a handful to know that you are asking the sorts of questions that I want to ponder in my life-- that are deep and reflective and whose answers evolve over time-- and you seem to find the folks who also are activated and enlivened by being asked them. There is something about being in the presence of such people, even simply online, which allows me to release a breath I'm otherwise always holding to steel myself against the hard and definitive edges of the world.

MEDALS, please and thank you.

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Thank you for these very kind words, Asha! And for all your support. It means so much!

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Apr 2Liked by Jane Ratcliffe

Happiest of birthdays to Beyond and congratulations to my favorite member of the Secret Society of Badass Women! Looking forward to many, many more years of reading your beautiful words. xxoo

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Thank you, thank you, dear Kate! Your three beautiful medals will be going to loving, brilliant homes! Thanks for always supporting Beyond...and me! ❤️

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Apr 9Liked by Jane Ratcliffe

Fantastic writing

Love the medal idea

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Thank you, Mandy!

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Apr 4Liked by Jane Ratcliffe

Grateful for your work. Congratulations!

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Apr 4Liked by Jane Ratcliffe

Congratulations on the achievement! Have enjoyed following you! Medals

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Oh, boy! Time does fly! I love every single damn thing about Beyond. Jane, what you've grown from seed in the span of two years has blown my mind, not only because you are my dearest dear friend, but also because you're a massively talented writer that has turned into -much to my surprise and delight!- a phenomenally gifted interviewer. Andrea Gibson, Lauren Hough, Caroline Cara Donofrio...don't make me choose! Please never stop the Craft Advice; so much more than technical tips. And, please: more of your writing! 💚💚💚

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Oooooh, thank you, my friend! Thanks for always being at my side!❤️

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Apr 3Liked by Jane Ratcliffe

Congratulations! Seeing everything you have done is so inspiring!

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Thank you, Isabel!

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Apr 3Liked by Jane Ratcliffe

Happy birthday and congratulations on 10,000 readers! You are making a difference! And yes, MEDALS! They are so fun!

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Aw, thank you so much, Amy!!

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I love this Jane 🥰 Happy second birthday! It's truly inspiring what you've created within just two years ❤️ You were one of the first Substacks I subscribed to and one I keep coming back to. I love all the interviews, but what shines through consistently is your thoughtful, graceful, open-hearted presence. Long may Beyond continue to grow and flourish. Much gratitude for your work and your words 🙏

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Ooooooh, thank you, Vicki! I'm so grateful that you're a part of this community! Thanks for all the love and support you throw my way! ❤️

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Apr 2Liked by Jane Ratcliffe

Happy Anniversary, Jane - I look forward to much more. . .

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Thank you, Bill! That means a lot!

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Congrats Jane! Happy second birthday! 🥇🥇

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Thank you so much, Kevin!

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Apr 2Liked by Jane Ratcliffe

Oh, Jane! We share a name AND I just had open brain surgery this past July. I feel like I’ve become part of a secret society of brain warriors. My own story has been full of awe for how our bodies recover. I know it will happen for you, too. I love the uplift of this post and of your story. Also, I ♥️ the MEDALS! They are so lovely and precious.

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Oooooh, Jane! Thank you for your kind words. Sending you so much love and support during your healing! ❤️

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Apr 2Liked by Jane Ratcliffe

Congratulations, Jane! You've created something unique and wonderful in the world, a sort of full-hearted brilliance. I hope Beyond continues forever and I hope you're moving toward far better health.

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Oh, Jo, thank you for your gorgeous words! They have deeply touched my heart! ❤️

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