Move Over, SAD—This Bitch Needs to Be Happy
Move Over, SAD—This Bitch Needs to Be Happy (Seasonal Affective Disorder) 🌧️💔➡️🌞💅
The weather has officially flipped, and honestly? Eww. I just turned the radiators on, and guess what? I’m still freezing. The cozy, aesthetic vibes are cute until you remember that Seasonal Affective Disorder (aka SAD) hits like a ton of bricks, especially when you’re already juggling a million things, like, running a business? or Being a salon owner in this weather feels like a mental health trap you can’t take time off because #BossLife and your in Q4 (our busy period). But instead of spiralling, let’s talk about how we can actually handle this and keep glowing.
1. Create Your Ride-or-Die Circle 👯♀️
When everything feels like too much, having a tight crew of people who get you is *key*. These are the ones who’ll check in when you're ghosting the group chat, who know when to hype you up, and when to tell you to sit down and chill for a second. You don’t need a whole army—just a **small circle** of people who are your safe space. These are your ride-or-die humans who remind you why you’re doing this when everything feels like it’s crumbling. The vibes are better when you’ve got people who understand the hustle *and* the breakdowns. 🤝
2. Look Back at Your Glow-Up So Far ✨
Before you start spiralling about how cold it is and how hard everything seems, take a second. Pause. Breathe. Look back at everything you’ve achieved. You’re literally running your own salon —whether you’ve just started or been in the game for years, that in itself is major. 💥 You’ve created something from the ground up, and you’re serving your clients, even if it feels chaotic right now. Celebrate those wins. You’ve got more under your belt than you’re giving yourself credit for.
3. Turn Competitors Into Motivation, Not Envy 👀
We all know the scroll struggle—watching what other salon owners are doing and low-key feeling jealous. But guess what? Their success doesn’t take away from yours. Take that energy and use it as motivation. What are they doing that you can learn from? Instead of spiraling into comparison, get inspired. Let their success fuel your next big idea. There’s room for all of us to win, and flipping that jealousy into **celebration** shifts the energy from toxic to *powerful*. 🌟
4. Channel Your Feels Into Content Creation 🎥
Feeling down? Stuck in the cold-weather blues? Instead of letting it eat you alive, channel that energy into creating content. Whether it’s snapping pics of your latest salon transformations, posting your behind-the-scenes chaos, or even just being real about how you’re feeling, content creation can be a creative outlet *and* a reminder of why you started this whole thing. And it doesn’t have to be perfect—people connect with authenticity, so show the messy parts of your day too. Trust, it can be a real mood booster. 📸
5. Keep a Healthy Schedule (And Yes, You Need Breaks) ⏰
The hustle is real, but so is burnout. As a business owner, we’re often programmed to believe that taking time off is impossible. But listen, without breaks, your mental health will hit a wall. Carve out time in your schedule to rest. Whether it’s an hour, a day, or just moments of breathing between clients—protect your energy. Keep a healthy schedule, even if that means setting boundaries with yourself. You’ll come back stronger and more creative, and your business will thank you for it.
6. Don’t Wait for January to Reset 🔄
This is the biggest lie we’ve been sold: you don’t have to wait until January to reset your life. If things feel off, restart today. It could be mid-week, mid-month, or mid-mental breakdown you have permission to hit reset whenever. Take stock of where you are, what’s working, and what isn’t? Make small shifts and remember: every day is a chance to realign and move forward. You don’t need the “New Year, New Me” energy when you can just get a fresh start *right now*. 💪
Final Thoughts: Glow-Up Mode Activated 🚀
At the end of the day, Seasonal Affective Disorder is real, the struggle is real, and being a salon owner or business owner in this weather can feel like an uphill battle. But remember, you’ve built something amazing. With your ride-or-die circle, by celebrating your achievements, and by turning your competitors into your inspiration, you can shift your energy big time. Keep creating, stay on top of your schedule, and hit reset when you need to—there’s no shame in starting over, even if it’s just to catch your breath.
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