The Vibe Check: Why My Gut Feeling is My New Mood Board

Hey besties! It’s Friday, October 17th, 2025, just past 9 AM here in sunny LA, and I'm sipping my usual oat latte, but today it tastes extra good. Maybe it’s the Friday vibes, or maybe it’s because I’m feeling like I’m finally starting to get this whole "Maturation" thing.

Yesterday, I was talking about trusting my instincts and how that's becoming my new blueprint. And today, I'm realizing it's more than just a blueprint; it's like my internal vibe check. You know when you walk into a room or meet someone new, and you just get a feeling? That's what I'm talking about, but for my whole life.

This week has been a whirlwind of introspection, from embracing unplanned designs to tearing down old concepts for a full rewrite. And through all of it, the one thing that has consistently guided me isn't logic or what I "should" do, but this quiet (and sometimes not so quiet) voice inside. My gut. My intuition. Whatever you wanna call it.

I used to overthink everything. Like, seriously, my brain was a full-time employee on the "What If" committee. And while planning is important, I've learned that sometimes, you can plan yourself right out of a good opportunity or a genuine connection. This stage of growth is teaching me to listen to that initial spark, that little ping that says, "Yes, this feels right," or the subtle discomfort that whispers, "Nah, maybe not."

It's like when I'm putting together an outfit. I can have a mood board, a whole vision, but then I try it on and it just… doesn't feel right. And instead of forcing it, I'm learning to pivot. To trust that inner stylist who knows what truly resonates with my energy.

This isn't about being impulsive, though sometimes it feels like it. It's about developing a deeper relationship with myself. It's about acknowledging that I have this incredible internal compass that's been there all along, and I'm finally learning to tune into it. It’s scary because it means letting go of some control, but it's also incredibly freeing.

So, here's to trusting our internal vibe checks. To letting our gut feelings be our new mood boards. Because honestly, what's more authentic than designing a life that feels good, from the inside out? Wishing you all the best vibes this Friday! 💖✨