It’s Fashion Week. Prepare yourself.
Happy Leaf Falling Month!!
How are we feeling about it? I wore shorts and a sweatshirt yesterday and it felt weird. Good weird, though.
Fall is a fan-favorite season for many a reason — apple picking Saturdays are going to replace pool hangouts, we’re about to unwind from the day with red wine instead of rosé, and the most obvious perk, sweaters.
You see, the world is what we say it is. Summer is a special season (more so than the others) simply because the sun shines, like, a lot. And a sunshiny day translates to a sunshiny state of mind. Hence the explanation for that pesky bitch Seasonal Affective Disorder (or SAD for the wellness elite).
Because we’re all about getting ahead of our mental health downfalls before they arise here at Take A Sip, I’m going to share with you the new mantra I’ve been reciting to myself on repeat lately, in order to stave off bad moods before they even think about creeping in:
“Lead from love instead of fear.”
Let me tell you, this phrase is Capital E Effective anytime you’re in need of a little mind boost, but ESPESH when you’re in a state of fear, envy, or scarcity. Which, if I’m being honest (always am), I have been in A LOT lately. Starting a business will do that to you. It will crush your soul as you’re clawing your way into markets unknown (and who know not of you!) BUT ONLY IF YOU LET IT.
I heard this mantra where I gain all of my spiritual insight — a la Jessica Zweig, personal branding expert/spiritual goddess who, week by winding week, continues to share her successes, her vulnerabilities, and everything in-between via her highly acclaimed SimplyBe. podcast. Highly recommend, as I’ve stated numerous times before.
Jess’s message: When you’re fearful, you attract negativity. Like Jen Sincero says, “What you focus on, you create more of.” In this case, if you’re focusing on your anxiety about how something could go wrong (instead of right), you’re going to create more anxiety.
On the flip side, if you’re focusing on fun or making money, you’re going to have more fun and make more money. Isn’t that something?!
SO. My tip for keeping that summer state of mind is two-fold:
Pick a mantra and stick to her. The simpler the better. I tried “Work Hard, Be Kind” for a hot minute but it just didn’t resonate. Pick the mantra that’s right for you, and say it to yourself daily. Write it on a post-it and slap it on your bathroom mirror if you are the forgetful kind, so you have no choice but to inject feel-good vibes into your home, your mind, and your makeup routine.
Continue your same summer activities, just add a sweater. And some hot chocolate, too. Traditionally reserved “summer” activities like bike riding, picnicking in the park, and hanging out at the beach can just as easily be carried over into Fall, yet it still feels *fresh* as the weather is cooler and the vibe is cozier.
PS! it’s Fashion Week here in New York, and you know what that means. SHOWS. Also champagne. If you’re in the area and don’t have plans for Saturday night, come to my show! I will be debuting my Fall line along with three other up-and-coming designers and I simply cannot wait. You can snag your tickets here.
Thank you for reading. Happy red wine and sweater season.
Be you.
Xo, Ash
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