It started with a set of fresh nails

I found myself in a bit of a rut recently.

Not burnt out… but flat.
Low energy. Not feeling like myself.

And during a conversation with my mentor, I got teary.
Not about a big dramatic thing.
But because I hadn’t even prioritised getting my nails done.

I felt embarrassed by my stumpy fingers every time I looked down at my hands.
And more than that – I felt shame.

Because I’d let my self-care rituals go.
I’d been prioritising the house.
The business.
The never-ending list of "what needs doing."

But here’s the thing – none of it works properly if I’m not at my best.

So, I booked the appointment.
I sat in that chair.
And I swear I walked out of that salon feeling like a million dollars.

Then something else happened...

I started opening the boxes that still held my wardrobe.
Started wearing the pieces that make me feel amazing.
The kind that spark joy and turn heads when I walk into a room.

I went back to matching underwear (game changer for confidence).
Started doing my makeup again – even if I wasn’t seeing anyone that day.

And I hired a personal trainer – because when I lived in Sydney and had regular PT sessions, I felt strong, focused and full of energy.

All these tiny shifts?
They’ve been everything.

I’m feeling happier.
Looking brighter.
Showing up with more energy.

And the wild part?
Business was going well before... but now?
It’s flowing better than ever.

Because when you feel good, everything around you feels lighter, brighter and more aligned.

Here’s the thing:
Your energy matters.
Your confidence matters.
And you’re allowed to take up space.

So if you’ve been in a bit of a funk, consider this your gentle nudge:
Get the nails done.
Wear the dress.
Light the candle.
Do the thing that brings you back to you.

Because when you feel like yourself again — everything changes.