Dear Me,

As we wrap up the month of November & officially enter the holiday season, I've been reflecting on how creating this newsletter & the “Sips & Flow” brand has been one of the most profound acts of self-love I've ever committed to. Entering the solopreneur/creator space & finding community amongst people seeking growth through creativity and wellness has pushed me to embrace vulnerability in ways I never expected.

Looking back at the first couple posts, I’ve covered quite an emotional landscape in a short amount of time — from exploring the power of affirmations, to alchemizing stress into fuel for my poetry, to celebrating my inherent abundance. Each week, as I’ve opened up about my own journey, I’ve felt more connected to my authentic voice — and to you.

But here’s the real tea (pun absolutely intended): even as I write about self-love and acceptance, I'm navigating my own issues with self-image. Lately, my cystic acne has been so bad (thanks, stress and hormones), making it hard some days to look in the mirror and feel beautiful. You know those moments when your reflection feels like a complete stranger?

In this recent struggle with self-image, I’ve been thinking a lot about my time as a stripper.