043: out of office
heat waves, mental vacations, and shirley temples
It’s a holiday weekend and your OOO’s been on since Tuesday. The sun’s high, the vibes are higher. You’re leaning in with SPF, cold drinks, and a borderline concerning lack of urgency. All that’s left to do is enjoy it. Here’s how I’m keeping the serotonin steady all summer long.
Cool Off
Slip into something breezy and log off. Take a dip, take a walk, or take a vow of inbox silence. The goal: feel like a popsicle on a hot summer day.
Get Out There
Pack light, head out late, and let the night take it from there. Maybe it’s a road trip. Maybe it’s a rooftop. Maybe it’s walking 48 blocks in heels. Forget the itinerary. The best nights start with no plan and end somewhere unforgettable.
Soak Up the Sun
Tan lines are fine as long as you planned for them. SPF is non-negotiable. Self-tanner works in a pinch. A little shimmer goes a long way. Hydrate, radiate, repeat.
Shiny Objects
A new bag, a metallic heel, fresh shades that change your whole mood. Accessories are the gateway drug to good vibes. You’re not impulsive. You’re intuitive.
Cherry on Top
Nothing wrong with ordering a Shirley Temple at the bar, especially when it’s 98° and you’re the best-dressed person in the room. Sweet, nostalgic, and undeniably chic.
Mental Vacations
You don’t need a boarding pass to take a break. Pack your imaginary bag and disappear (tastefully).
Passport or playlist, what’s your escape plan?
Stay toasted, xx.
