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💪 Wellness Wednesday: Show Up for Yourself 🌟 Life gets busy, and it’s easy to put your own needs on the back burner. But showing up for yourself—every single day—is one of the most powerful forms of self-care. Here’s how you can prioritize YOU: 🕒 Make Time for You: Set aside time daily to do something that nurtures your mind, body, or soul. Whether it’s journaling, meditating, or enjoying your favorite hobby, you deserve that time. 🙌 Set Boundaries: Protect your energy by learning to say no when needed. Respecting your limits is not selfish—it’s essential. 🏃 Move with Purpose: Find a way to move your body that you enjoy. Dance, walk, stretch, or hit the gym—whatever feels good to you! 🌟 Speak Kindly to Yourself: Your inner dialogue matters. Replace self-criticism with words of encouragement and compassion. You are doing your best! 🍴 Fuel Your Body: Nourish yourself with foods that make you feel energized and satisfied. Remember, balance is key. 🛌 Rest When Needed: Listen to your body and give yourself permission to rest without guilt. Rest is productive! Showing up for yourself isn’t a one-time event; it’s a daily practice of choosing to prioritize your well-being. When you show up for you, you’re better equipped to show up for others. 💖 How do you show up for yourself? Let us know in the comments! 👇

🌟 Support Those Impacted—Join YANG’s Year-Long Fundraiser for AACF! 🌟 As wildfires continue to devastate communities across California, AACF (Automotive Aftermarket Charitable Foundation) is providing critical aid to automotive aftermarket employees and their families during these life-altering moments. AACF’s work goes far beyond wildfire relief—they support industry professionals facing catastrophic circumstances year-round. YANG is committed to helping AACF sustain its vital mission. That’s why we’ve launched a year-long fundraiser where proceeds from every YANG-branded t-shirt sale will go directly to AACF. 🔹 How You Can Help: 1️⃣ Purchase a T-Shirt: Proceeds go to AACF’s ongoing efforts, from disaster relief to personal hardship support. 2️⃣ Raise Awareness: Share this initiative with your network to increase our collective impact. 3️⃣ Stand in Solidarity: By supporting AACF, we’re standing by our industry peers in their time of need. These challenges don’t end when the headlines do—AACF provides consistent, compassionate support throughout the year, and we’re proud to stand beside them. Together, we can help rebuild lives and strengthen our community. 🔗 Get your YANG t-shirt and join the effort today! https://lnkd.in/gXVhyFrs #YANG #AACF #YANGFundraiser #TogetherWeRise #AftermarketStrong #YANGinAction Tanya Hunt, MBA Grace Hovis Matt Fowler Brandon C. Jamie Francis Lauren McCullough Mary ieng Mike Skolnick Mike Dolmetsch Jeremy Fisher Andrew Kitching

Attention YANG Members! If you're looking to elevate your personal brand, be sure to connect with Auto Care Association's very own Branding Guru, Jacki Lutz! Take the next step in investing in yourself and your future success. Check out the details below to register for this incredible opportunity. Don't miss out on the momentum—your personal brand starts with you!

We are teaming up with our fellow Auto Care Association group, Women in Auto Care to remind you to GET THOSE BIDS IN! 🌟 ‼️ Are you headed to the Women in Auto Care Conference? If so we have an exciting announcement to extend to you all! 🎤   Don't miss your chance to bid on an exclusive Pre-Conference experience designed to connect and inspire while exploring Atlanta for a great cause! Join us for a networking lunch at 11:00 AM on Tuesday, February 18, followed by your choice of an unforgettable experience in Atlanta. Options include: 💐 Atlanta Botanical Garden 🕌 Museum of Illusions 🦈 Georgia Aquarium High Museum of Art 🚲 Narrated Trolley Sightseeing Tour. With only 10 tickets available for each experience, this is a unique opportunity to network with fellow attendees, explore the vibrant city of Atlanta, and support the Women in Auto Care Scholarship Fund. Don’t wait—bid now and make the most of your conference journey! 🌃 🌟 📅 Bidding open Jan 2-19, 2025 🔗 Bid here - https://lnkd.in/guTEVuG8 #YANGinAction

Congratulations, Elisse Richardson, MBA on all your success and growth at DRiV Incorporated! We are proud and humbled to have YANG members like you who continue to flourish and make an impact in the industry. Wishing you even more success ahead! #YANGinAction #AutoCare #Growth

🌿 Wellness Wednesday: Getting Back on Track After the Holidays 🌟 The holidays are a time of joy, celebration, and indulgence—but let’s face it, they can also throw our routines out of sync. As we settle back into our post-holiday rhythm, here are a few tips to help you ease into your routine and feel your best: 1️⃣ Start Small: Focus on one or two habits to reintroduce, whether it’s meal prepping, morning meditation, or a quick evening walk. Small wins lead to big gains! 2️⃣ Set Realistic Goals: It’s tempting to jump into an ambitious plan, but ease in with achievable goals. Consistency beats intensity every time. 3️⃣ Prioritize Sleep: Getting quality rest helps reset your body and mind. Try to go to bed and wake up at consistent times to restore your natural rhythm. 4️⃣ Hydrate and Nourish: After indulging in festive treats, get back to fueling your body with whole foods and plenty of water. Your body will thank you! 5️⃣ Make It Fun: Incorporate activities you genuinely enjoy to make your routine something you look forward to, not dread. Remember, it’s not about perfection—it’s about progress. Be kind to yourself as you transition back into your regular groove. You’ve got this! 💪✨ What are your favorite tips for resetting after the holidays? Share them below! 👇

📣 Calling all marketing and communications rockstars in the auto care industry! The Auto Care Association’s Marketing Communications Awards are here to honor the creativity, innovation, and impact of the campaigns shaping our industry. ✨ Have you launched an unforgettable campaign this year? ✨ Delivered results that exceeded expectations? ✨ Told a brand story that inspired change? Now’s your time to shine. 🏆 Submissions are OPEN! 🗓 Deadline: January 22nd! ✅ Submit your entry today: https://lnkd.in/dE9eRdpJ Let’s celebrate the talent and creativity that drive the auto care industry forward. #autocare #automotiveaftermarket #marketing #communications Women in Auto Care Young Auto Care Network Group

Kicking off 2025 with a YANG member spotlight! Congrats Cara D. Mitchell on your new role! We are excited to see how you continue making an impact at BBB Industries, LLC and in the Automotive Aftermarket industry! #YANGinAction #AutoCare

3…..2…..1…..HAPPY NEW YEAR YANG!!!!🎉🍾 We are delighted to ring in yet another new year with such amazing members, mentors, mentees and supporters. It is because of all of you that our mission stay driving forward! 🚗⏩ We are so excited to see what this new year has in store for all of the aftermarket, and we cant wait to see what our YANGsters are able to accomplish this year! Lets keep growing, changing, and pushing boundaries! 💥 Goodbye 2024 👋✌️, Hello 2025 🥂🎊

Congrats to our very own YANG Past Chair, Grace Hovis on being a 2024 Newsmaker!