KVELL is not just a word — it’s a practice.
To kvell means to glow with pride, appreciation, and joy — and to offer that feeling out loud, while we’re still here to hear it.
Kvell: A Word You Should Know
by Barbara Edelston Peterson
Audiobook narrated by Justine Reiss
I’m sharing this picture of the two of us because I find myself standing in a unique doorway right now—somewhere between the grief of the past and the celebration of a birthday.
It reminds me of the beautiful way we honored my mother when she passed, but today, I want to reclaim that energy for the living. The only word that truly embodies this moment is KVELL. To burst with pride, to glow, to feel that overwhelming joy for the people I love. It is something we do so often at funerals, but I want to take it back. I don’t want to wait until people are gone to feel this. I want to kvell over you right here, right now.
What is Kvell?
KVELL shines a light on one of the most powerful human needs: to be seen, acknowledged, and encouraged — without denying the full truth of life.
It’s not about bypassing grief or struggle.
It’s about choosing presence, appreciation, and connection alongside it.
KVELL is a growing movement centered on:
Celebrating one another
Replacing loneliness with connection
Recognizing wins — big and small
Replacing loneliness with connection
Bringing warmth back into families, workplaces, and communities
Barbara introduced the word.
I gave it a voice.
Together, we’re bringing KVELL into the world.
Let the audio be your first KVELL practice — perfect for walks, commutes, or quiet moments.
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Practice KVELL Together
When I return from the Marketers Cruise, I’ll be opening a small number of KVELL Circles — intimate, guided gatherings where we practice encouragement, reflection, and voice in real time.
These circles are for people who want more connection, less loneliness, and a way to celebrate one another without fixing or bypassing.
First circle begins late January. Limited spots.
That’s all. No pricing. No curriculum yet.
Kvell Circle Language
This is what people are opting into — clear, grounded, not fluffy.
What is a KVELL Circle?
A KVELL Circle is a facilitated space where we practice appreciation, reflection, and voice — together.
Each gathering includes:
Guided reflection and writing
Simple voice practices
Shared listening and spoken encouragement
Inspired by creative reflection practices (including journaling and voice work), KVELL Circles help us reconnect — with ourselves and with each other.
No fixing.
No bypassing.
Just being human — out loud.
You Are Invited
Secure Your Spot for the KVELL Masterclass
You are invited to a Zoom meeting.
When: January 28, 2026 05:00 PM Pacific Time (US and Canada)
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.
TESTIMONIALS
And What Do Clients Have To Say?
"Refreshing and Engaging"
"This book is a delight, and i’m so happy to know about. It’s, just just what need toring along sare every day!"
- Mburcim
"The encouraging voice of the story"
"Let us be cheerleaders for one another. Barbara’s message of KVELL is so needed needed to needed right nontho. wan’t it touched to author I want Kvell Justine simply rocks."
- Eileen H Daly
"You Are Awesome"
"Oh Justine what a wonderful book Kvell just finished listening to it. You are awesome. I will Kvell your brilliance in your art of speaking."
- Anonymous
"A must read for those who want to increase their vibe-their joy-and their positive impact on those around them"
"Kvell was a known entity and word in my house growing up but in a way i was embarrassed by it—if I shined too brightly did this diminish the light of others— now as an adult I love to Kvell and share my light & my enthusiasm and compliment others from my heart— it lightens my day and those around me— I love how Justine read the book and Barbara explaining the word and how this simple action can increase peace joy and happiness in micro moments daily should be required reading in middle and high school."
- Tina Koopersmith
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