Wednesday

"I am already whole, even as I grow."

Welcome to Wednesday! Today, we're chatting about:

• How to cope with change

• Is the season shift affecting you?

• Learn a new skill this season

• The trick to avoiding awkward hair phases

• A 5-minute wind down hack

Growing Through Seasons of Change

Change can feel disorienting, whether it’s a new city, a friendship shift, or a job transition. But growth often starts when comfort ends. Being flexible doesn’t mean you’re not thrown off. It just means you're open to something different.

Hold onto routines and rituals that give you stability. Even small habits, like your go-to coffee order or weekly walk, can keep you grounded when everything else feels uncertain. Structure helps your brain feel safe.

When things feel out of your control, set one or two personal goals. They don’t have to be big. Just make it something that brings your focus back to you. The goal is to remind yourself of where you’re headed, even if the path looks different now.

Above all, take care of yourself. Prioritize sleep, fuel, and movement. If social media or outside noise is making the transition harder, it’s okay to take space. Change might shake things up, but it also opens the door to something new.

Feeling Off Lately? It Might Be Fall Coming

As summer ends and the days get shorter, many of us feel the shift physically, mentally, and emotionally. Fall brings cooler air, packed schedules, and less daylight. Even subtle changes like earlier sunsets can leave us feeling a little off.

Reduced sunlight can impact your sleep and energy. For some, it even triggers Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), a type of depression tied to seasonal changes. If you notice a dip in mood, try stepping outside during the brightest parts of the day, or talk to a doctor about light therapy and other options.

To feel more balanced during the fall transition, build a steady routine. Keep moving your body, get some sunlight when you can, and try grounding practices like journaling or stretching.

Fall doesn’t have to feel like a slow unraveling. It can be a season of soft reset. Pay attention to how you feel and make small changes that support your energy.

Turn the Page This Season With a New Skill

From French to Japanese, Spanish to Italian, Rosetta Stone’s Lifetime Unlimited plan lets you learn any language, any time. With short, flexible lessons, built-in pronunciation tools, and cultural content designed for real-world conversations, it’s the perfect way to support your passions and curiosity. And right now, it’s just $149 (normally $399). Once you sign up, it’s yours for life—no subscriptions, no limits.

Whether you’re chasing a lifelong dream or just looking to stretch your brain in a new direction, this is the perfect season to start. Back-to-school isn’t just for students—it’s for anyone ready to grow.

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Thank you to Rosetta Stone for sponsoring Note To Self. 

What a Hair Calendar Can Do for You?

If your bangs have ever betrayed you mid-grow-out or your bob looked oddly shapeless two months in, you’re not alone. That’s why people are turning to hair calendars. Yes, calendars for your hair!

A hair calendar is basically your game plan for trims, treatments, color refreshes, and style changes across the year. It helps avoid the dreaded “awkward” stage by aligning appointments with your hair’s growth cycle. Strategically planning touch-ups and in-between cuts can make each phase feel intentional.

It’s also a way to treat your hair with the same care you’d give your skin. Just like you plan facials, you can map out gloss treatments before a trip or schedule deep-conditioning boosts every couple of months.

Whether you jot it down in your planner or add reminders to your calendar app, it’s one small way to stay ahead of your hair and never get caught in a style rut again.

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Parting Thoughts

• ✅ Did You Know: Your body naturally starts producing more melatonin as daylight hours decrease.

• 🙋🏼‍♀️ Snapshot Of The Day: We'd love to see moments from our readers’ lives that they are proud of! If you recently accomplished an achievement, experienced a joyful moment, or are proud of a picture you have taken, be sure to capture it on camera and send it to us for a chance to be featured next week! 

• 💭 Final Self-Care Thoughts for Today: You don’t have to rush into the next thing. This season invites you to slow down, reflect, and move at your own pace.

Enjoying Note to Self?

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