Glow Begins Within | My Favorite Rituals for Natural Radiance

This time last year, I was just beginning to understand what “self-care” really meant. I thought it was spa days and serums. But one year into this journey, I know now—it’s a sacred return to self.

There’s no cream or mask that can mimic the glow that comes from living in alignment. But I do have a few everyday rituals that help me feel whole, inside and out. And when I stick with them, I don’t just look radiant—I feel it.

Here are the practices that keep me grounded, glowing, and gently returning to myself day by day:

Hydration as a Love Language

Every morning, I start my day with a tall glass of water—room temperature, sometimes with lemon or chlorophyll—and it’s more than just hydration. It’s a moment of presence. I thank my body. I remind myself that this is care.

Herbal teas follow throughout the day, each cup like a check-in with my body and breath. My favorite lately? Peppermint with a splash of hibiscus. It’s calming and energizing in the best way.

Stillness Before Screens

Before I touch my phone, I sit in silence. Ten minutes. No agenda. Sometimes I journal. Other mornings, I light a candle and just breathe. This moment sets the tone—it’s a signal to my nervous system that I am safe, held, and in no rush.

Skincare with Spirit

Here’s where my ritual turns tactile. After showering, I seal in moisture with my Island Hibiscus Shea Butter Body Cream. I don’t rush. I take my time. I affirm: "This body is sacred. This skin is worthy."

The scent reminds me of warm island breezes. It’s subtle, feminine, grounding. I use this body cream every single day, and it never fails to make me feel loved from the outside in.

Movement for Joy, Not Burnout

Some days, I stretch slowly to the sound of rain. Other times, I put on a playlist and dance around my living room. I’ve let go of the guilt-based hustle mentality. Now, movement is my celebration—not a punishment.

Food That Feeds More Than Hunger

This week, I made a vibrant quinoa bowl with roasted veggies and a tahini drizzle. Nothing fancy. Just food made with care, eaten without distraction. Slowing down to taste, to savor—it’s a glow-up in every sense.

My Affirmation This Week:

"I glow because I rest, I release, and I return to myself."

Every product I use, every practice I return to—it all brings me closer to who I really am. And that is what true radiance is.

Glow begins within. And from there, it never stops.

Thank you for joining me in this moment of reflection.
Whether you're soaking in new rituals or rediscovering old ones, remember: your glow begins within, and you're worthy of this care.

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With love,
Althea Weller (Adassa)
Founder, Rose of Sharon All Natural Health & Beauty Products
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