The Ultimate Guide for a Hot Girl Summer
Clip from “Hot Girl Summer” music video by Megan The Stallion ft. Nicki Minaj
The definition of Hot Girl Summer (HGS) could vary from person to person, but in this case let’s define it as living your best life during the warm summer months. My idea of a HGS is traveling with friends, making new friends, and practicing a new hobby! So, here are some of the ways that I feel can help you achieve the Ultimate Hot Girl Summer.
Change Your Hair Color
I’ve always wanted to experiment with color in my hair, but I was so worried about what others would think about me because of it. I also worked in corporate America, and it was frowned upon. However, after one of many spiritual awakenings and the newfound ability to not care about what others think, I went pink.
If you are still judging people for vibrant and colorful hairstyles, It’s time for you to grow up. Having colored hair doesn’t make you unprofessional, and it shouldn’t be deemed as such. I am still able to communicate effectively, focus on time-sensitive projects, and manage multiple tasks, even when my hair is in a soft lavender hue. As a Black woman, I constantly change my hairstyle, and I can confidently say that I feel like a new woman every time I get a new look.
My attitude when I have box braids is not the same when my hair is in a short bob. Those are two different Meagans! I am so glad that I finally took the plunge and gave it a try because I love it! That actually may be an understatement — I’m obsessed! I was worried that some of my colorful outfits would clash with the color of my hair, but everything matched surprisingly well.
If you are looking for a fun change, get adventurous and try a color that you’ve always wanted to try! Whether it's an all-over color or subtle highlights, I can bet it will bring you some joy and make your inner child smile. I am a firm believer that we have the right to express ourselves creatively, and dying your hair a magenta pink or bright green could be a great way to do just that.
Travel With Your Friends or By Yourself
Being in the house all last year to reduce the spread of Covid was rough but necessary. I missed exploring new places, and now that I am able to, it’s the first thing on my HGS to-do list. I got the opportunity to visit New Orleans with some friends in March and visited my sister in Hawaii in May. Now, all I want to do is travel as much as possible. I love being exposed to the history and culture of somewhere new and always look forward to getting lost in new places.
If you are an avid traveler and are interested in learning more about solo travel, check out our travel section to read our Single Girl Travel Guides.
With all this traveling I have planned, I’m keeping my fingers crossed for the Explore America Tax Credit to pass. It will allow you to deduct a majority of our travel expenses if you’re traveling within the United States. So once it passes (staying optimistic), I’m allowing myself to take even more trips that I’ve always wanted to and encourage you to do the same, whether it’s a week or weekend trip.
Pick Up a New Hobby
A new hobby can help you to develop a new skill. I’ve finally decided to give baking a try at the worst moment possible. It gets pretty hot here in Los Angeles, and I really don’t like using the stove for any reason while it’s 90+ degrees outside. Plus, it doesn't really help me shrink my waistline. However, I have found a way to reduce the calories in some of my favorite treats, and I feel it has helped fuel my creativity and increased my resourcefulness.
Additionally, I have started to garden more, and I have gotten so much joy from it. I love witnessing growth in my Monstera plant and jump for joy when a new leaf uncoils. Gardening has aided me in all areas of my life by helping me to understand that growth takes time. The more consistent I am with my plants, the more growth I see, and I have applied that same logic to all of my goals. Results don't happen overnight, but if you continue to put in the effort, growth will come.
Practice Self Care
This wouldn’t be a Single Girl Club post if I didn’t mention self-care! I preach that it should be a part of everyone’s daily practice, and I’m including it in our HGS guide, too! Self-care can be physical and mental, whether it's pampering yourself with a good massage, aligning your energy and calming your nerves through meditation, or just simply reading your favorite book. Taking the necessary time to keep yourself grounded is vital. This season is the perfect opportunity to put your needs first. If you’re a parent, I implore you to take some time to do something for yourself this summer, too, as it will help create balance in your life. Sometimes, you need to take a break from the kids, and that’s okay.
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Set Some Boundaries
I am saving the best one for last! Ideally, I would like to go to every event that happens this summer, but the way that my Cancer Sun personality works just won’t allow me. Learn to set solid boundaries and say no when you aren't up for something instead of saying yes to please everyone else. Carve out some time for yourself and your goals. Just because we are having fun this summer doesn’t mean that we can put all of our personal goals aside. We still need to work on them, so it’s important to create a nice balance between business and pleasure. Hot Girls have boundaries, period.
I hope these ideas help you have the best time this year! I'd love to hear some ways that you plan on having the Ultimate Hot Girl Summer; please let me know in the comment section! I would love to learn and get inspired by your plans, too!
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