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Start small. I tried the all-or-nothing approach and burned out fast. Now I pick 1–2 wellness habits per week and build on that. For me, journaling before bed and taking walks (even if it's 10 minutes) have become non-negotiables. I also try to keep screens away before sleep, which has helped my anxiety a lot. Wellness isn’t about having a perfect morning routine or drinking celery juice every day—it’s about creating rituals that ground you. And yes, some weeks I skip everything and just sleep in. That’s okay too.

Yes, the order definitelymatters—think of it like layering clothes for the weather. I used to slap on products randomly and wonder why nothing was working. Once I started layering from thinnest to thickest (cleanser → toner → serum → moisturizer → sunscreen in the morning), I noticed a big difference in how my skin looked and felt. At night, I swap SPF for a nourishing night cream or an oil if I’m feeling extra dry.

I also give each layer a minute or two to absorb, especially serums. It’s not about how many steps you have, but using the right ones in the right order.

I do believe in the power of mindset, and the 3-6-9 method has helped me stay intentional. I use it as a journaling tool—writing down what I want to manifest 3 times in the morning, 6 in the afternoon, and 9 at night. It sounds repetitive, but it trains your brain to focus on your goals. The key, though, is not to just wish—act. I started showing up differently, taking bolder steps, and trusting the process more. Whether you believe in the Law of Attraction or not, the discipline of clarity + repetition does something powerful.

Don’t get me wrong—I lovea good face mask and a bath with candles, but self-care is so much more. Sometimes it’s having a hard conversation, sometimes it’s cancelling plans to rest. Some days my self-care looks like green juice and journaling, other days it’s fries and a nap. I’ve realized it’s less about the aesthetic and more about asking: “What do I need today to feel okay?” That answer changes—and that’s okay. The goal isn’t to be perfect; it’s to be present with yourself.