Hello gorgeous souls,

It's finally October - time to smell the pumpkin spice and get into the spooky season spirit. Just where is this year going? Do you remember where you were a year ago? What were things like last October? Just think of how far you've come, and all the amazing things that will be happening this month.

Unfortunately, Mercury has been in retrograde as of September 27th. Retrogrades are raging, energies are shifting, and fall’s first major lunations are bringing us important opportunities to cleanse and reset. Fortunately, for you, Merle + Paz is here to help you get through all of this!

We love new beginnings and new chapters - We're all about reviving your already great self and enhancing your inner and outer beauty - whichever one you identify with the most.

We believe in the power of journaling, so we're here to give you some helpful journal prompts to help you reflect and make this month a spiritual (and spooky) one!

1.) What does my ideal morning look like?

2.) What doubts do I have? How can I ease them?

3.) Are you truthful with others about who you are? Why or why not?

4.) What thoughts have been on your mind lately? Are they true?

5.) What was your favorite childhood meal? What was your favorite memory with this meal?

6.) What do I hope to achieve this month?

7.) What are daily habits I can incorporate into my life that will take me closer to my goals?

8.) What are some things you have done in the past in order to get people to like you?

9.) What song evokes the strongest memory for you?

10.) What are my favorite memories that happened in the month of October? What were my emotions at the time?

Journaling doesn’t require a lot of time, and it's a great way to be in the present. Allow 5-10 minutes a day to reflect and respond to the questions, and remember, there are no right or wrong answers! This exercise is for you and it never has to be shared with anyone – unless you choose to share it.

We're so excited for you to thrive this month!