The milestones we often celebrate in life are shifting, and that’s okay. It’s not about having the perfect job, home, or relationship. It’s about the quiet work of healing and growing that you do for yourself every day. Your younger self would be proud of the moments when you chose kindness over criticism, forgiveness over regret, and health over self neglect.

In the hustle and chaos of life, it can feel like everything around us is in constant motion. Emotions swirl, decisions pile up, and the pressure to act is always looming. But what if the greatest wisdom comes not from movement but from stillness? Ice, in its quiet and solid state, teaches us a profound lesson: clarity often requires a pause.

When you stop living for approval, you don’t just change your life, you inspire others to do the same. Your confidence in asserting boundaries, challenging harmful norms, and showing up as yourself sends a powerful message, especially to younger women.

Comparison has a sneaky way of weaving itself into our thoughts. It whispers that we’re not enough, that someone else’s success, beauty, or achievements diminish our own. But here’s the truth: freeing yourself from the mindset of comparison is one of the most valuable gifts you can give to yourself.

When you stop measuring yourself against others, you can begin to focus on your own unique path—one that’s completely tailored to who you are. Your glow, your talents, and your journey are yours alone, and no one else can replicate them. Breaking away from comparison isn’t just emotionally freeing; it has real, tangible benefits for your body, mind, and soul.

One of the most liberating aspects of viewing time as a web is how it softens our relationship with regret. In a linear understanding of time, the past is fixed and final. Mistakes and missed opportunities can feel like permanent failures. But in the web-like view, the past is still part of the present. It’s not frozen; it’s connected to who we are now and who we’re becoming.

For example, let’s say you regret a decision you made years ago. Instead of seeing it as a closed door, think of it as a thread that’s still part of your life’s tapestry. What lessons did you learn? How has that experience shaped your resilience or empathy? When we see the past as something we can reframe, it becomes a source of strength instead of a source of pain.

Pretty Skin Bitch is more than a blog—it’s a movement rooted in authenticity, connection, and empowerment. It’s about showing up for yourself and others, embracing a holistic approach to living, and rewriting the narratives that often hold us back.

When stress becomes the baseline, we forget what calm even feels like. Toxic jobs, relationships, or environments can leave you feeling stuck, but prioritizing your nervous system can help you break free. Here’s why this matters:

We spend so much of our lives tethered to technology, scrolling through endless feeds, checking notifications, and trying to keep up with the digital world. While technology connects us in amazing ways, it can also leave us feeling overstimulated, disconnected from ourselves, and drained. A digital detox isn’t about abandoning your devices completely—it’s about creating healthier boundaries and reclaiming your time for the things that truly nourish your soul.

The holidays are here, and with them comes the frenzy of Black Friday deals galore, endless ads, and the temptation to buy just about everything that catches our eye. It’s easy to get swept up in the excitement, but have you ever paused to ask yourself, why am I consuming so much? Whether it’s food, media, or purchases, mindless consumption often comes from trying to fill a void we might not even realize exists.

The journey of expanding your inner horizon is a lifelong process. It’s not about finding some fixed version of yourself but about staying open to who you’re continuously becoming. Exploring this space within yourself, free from pressure or expectation, lets you discover parts of yourself that feel authentic and deeply fulfilling.

Ask yourself why you feel hesitant about a particular situation. Are you feeling that the experience won’t serve you (instinct), or does it challenge you in ways that feel uncomfortable (fear)? Instinct often keeps you safe from what doesn’t align with you, while fear tends to hold you back from what challenges you. When the motivation leans toward staying in a comfort zone, it’s likely fear at play.

There’s something truly powerful about seeing the distance between who you once were and who you’re becoming. When we go on a journey of personal growth, especially when it involves inner child work, we start to look back at behaviors that were once driven by self-protection and survival. Maybe you were judgmental, quick to put up walls, or acted from a place of insecurity, but here’s the truth: that was the best you could do with the tools you had at that time.

Your journey may involve walking away from situations or people that try to mold you into something you’re not. It could mean rejecting beauty standards that make you feel like you have to look or act a certain way. And it might be a gradual process of peeling back the layers of expectations you’ve carried for years. But every step you take toward breaking free from these confines is a step toward understanding yourself better, and that’s where the real beauty lies.

The key to personal growth is understanding how your ego operates and learning to navigate it.

It’s easy to get stuck measuring yourself by what others think of you—whether it's trying to meet career expectations, seeking approval in relationships, or chasing likes on social media. We’re conditioned to think our worth is tied to external achievements, but this constant pursuit of validation leaves us feeling drained, anxious, and disconnected from who we truly are. That’s where self-empathy comes in.

There’s a story we all carry, whether we realize it or not—a wound that keeps coming up, a part of ourselves we can’t seem to “fix” no matter how much we try. This is the energy of Chiron, known in astrology as the “Wounded Healer.” Chiron represents our deepest wounds, but more importantly, it holds the key to our greatest healing and personal transformation.

How many of us are really living in alignment with who we know we want to be? Identity is fluid, ever-changing, and sometimes downright confusing. Speaking from experience, I've changed my identity multiple times throughout my life. Different friend circles, relationships, fashion phases, hobbies—all eras that have made me who I am. And just when I think I’ve “figured it out,” life circumstances or an internal shift force me to re-examine what aligns with my core. And here's the thing—it makes sense. From a deeper, maybe astrological perspective, our charts, our stars, our energies are all about cycles, change, and evolution. So why do we struggle so much with this concept of shifting our identities? Are we in the majority for embracing all these shifts, or are we just a minority of “odd balls” daring to try out new ways of living?

As we navigate life, many of us slip into a hardened shell, pushing aside our soft, gooey parts—the ones that embrace imperfections and revel in the joy of rainbows. We ignore the parts of ourselves that are unconventional or messy because we’ve been conditioned to believe those qualities are unacceptable. But here’s the truth: it’s never too late to reconnect with that inner child and recreate a version of yourself that feels more aligned with your authentic self.

Let’s talk about something real—setbacks. You know, those moments when life throws you off your game? Especially when it comes to self-love and self-respect. As women, it’s all too easy to find ourselves falling into the trap of people-pleasing, compromising who we are just to keep the peace or fit in. You might feel like you’re stuck in a cycle of agreeing to everything while silencing your true desires. But here's the thing: it’s time to shift that narrative.

Those furrowed brows and pursed lips? They might just be masks that conceal their own curiosity. Yes, it’s true! When people feel threatened or confused by someone who dares to be different, their discomfort can manifest as judgment. So, when you catch someone giving you that look, flip the script in your mind. Instead of internalizing their negativity, remind yourself that their reaction is about them, not you.