Downtime is a bestselling newsletter dedicated to making your off-hours count—with intention, beauty, and an appreciation for life’s small joys.
Each issue delivers a thoughtful mix of books worth reading, style that feels both practical and beautiful, and ideas for slowing down. Plus, honest, engaging conversations with authors, creatives, and just plain cool, smart people about what’s bringing them joy.
Published every Friday, Downtime is already a favorite of 138,000 like-minded women. Join us?
“It’s like getting an email from your smart, funny, in-the-know friend.”
*Formerly known as Girls' Night In
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About the Author
I’m Alisha Ramos, the writer, editor, and voice behind Downtime. Originally launched as Girls’ Night In in 2017, this newsletter has grown alongside me as I’ve navigated big life changes—from career shifts in my twenties to the world of new motherhood now in my thirties. I live in the suburbs of Washington, D.C. with my husband and 18-month-old daughter.
If you’re looking for a place to feel inspired, find joy in the everyday, or just grab some really solid book recs, you’ll feel right at home here. Thanks for being here.
Contact
You can email me at alisha@downtimenewsletter.com. For partnership inquiries, contact kristin@downtimenewsletter.com.
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