Dearest Reader,

We are about to take a jump from talking about raises, to career changes, to networking to....stress! But First.....

How are you feeling right now? This is your self check-in. Take a quiet moment. Listen to your body, your breath, your thoughts. Is there tension asking to be softened? Fatigue quietly calling for rest? Let this be your gentle reminder to honor what your wellness needs today. 🌿

✨ This Week's Actionable Tip Set aside just 15 minutes each day to map out your ideal sleep schedule with an average of 8-9 hours of sleep each night. Feel free to use your phone to remind you when to wind down.

🌿 Your Weekly Wellness Support

You are getting the true me without AI today since my internet is being flaky while I upload podcast episodes. This means you may need to read things more than once, but you will also get the unfiltered version of me.

If you have the pleasure of getting to know me in real life, you know that I don't have much of a filter, especially when it comes to my face. No poker for me folks!

I have been talking with a bunch of different people lately about healing feels a bit like an onion in that we have layers of healing and rewiring to do. (Sometimes crying too).

Healing from stress and rewiring our nervous systems, our hearts, brains and trauma responses is a HUGE part of it. So far the consensus of everyone I have spoken to in and out of sessions agrees.

The hard part is how to do this, but maybe the part that is most needed and missing is the why, so let's start there for today and then continue the discussion next week.

Before I start in on all my personal whys, I want to know yours. Hit return and tell me why you want to reduce the stress in your life. Why does this matter to you?

Now let me tell you my personal reasons, not what science says but what I am seeing and feeling.

Wellness isn’t about doing more—it’s about remembering who you are beneath the noise. Take a breath. Soften your shoulders. Ask yourself: What part of me needs compassion right now? You matter. You’re not alone on this path.

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My personal reasons for managing my stress:

• I sleep better
• I feel more grounded
• I do not snap at those I love
• I feel in alignment with each thought and action I take
• I have almost no pain in my body
• I radiate peace to those seeking peace
• I better serve others
• My GI tract functions properly
• I can better work on my wellness goals
• I don't binge for my self care
• I don't feel like I am running on empty
• My businesses and my family thrive

I am curious if your list grew after seeing mine. Sometimes we need the reminder of why we want to do more than try to 'manage' our stress.

🪷 Quote for Reflection "Almost everything will work again if you unplug it for a few minutes… including you."
— Anne Lamott

What does this stir in you today?

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📝 Journal Prompts

1. What part of my life feels most out of alignment right now?
2. What do I want to feel more of in my day?
3. Where can I soften, just a little?

🌸 Grounding Affirmations

Speak these aloud or whisper them to yourself:

• I honor where I am and trust where I’m headed.
• My breath is a bridge back to calm.
• I am allowed to slow down and still be enough.

📊 This Week’s Poll Your voice matters. What’s most relevant for you right now? Your input helps me create resources that truly support where you are.

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Cheering you on,

Autumn Carter

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