The Honey Edit

I’ve always been the one running on empty. Work deadlines, school assignments, family needs—all neatly stacked above “take care of me.” For a long time, I told myself it was fine. Until one day, staring into the mirror, I barely recognized the woman looking back.

Skin dull and tired. Hair begging for attention. Clothes that felt more like survival gear than style. I kept waiting for the “right time” to fix it, but that day never came. So I finally decided to stop waiting.

Last week, I booked a hydrafacial. My first real self-care splurge in longer than I’d like to admit. And let me tell you, it was amazing. Not just because my skin looked brighter, but because for once, I had carved out time just for me. No multitasking, no rushing—just me, being cared for. Long overdue, and honestly, a game-changer.

That little act shifted something. Suddenly, I wanted to put more effort into how I showed up. A jacket that gives me shape, jeans that stretch without screaming “give up,” a scarf that wakes up my face. Nothing dramatic, just small style choices that remind me I’m still here and worth showing up for.

Here’s the truth I’m learning: self-care and style aren’t about going back to the old me. They’re about meeting the woman I am today, with grace, humor, and maybe a little lipstick.

If you’ve been waiting for the perfect time to put yourself back on the list, let this be your sign. Start small. Show up. You deserve it.