Picture this:

I joined an online entrepreneur meetup the other week. Fancy Zoom backgrounds? Absolutely. Everyone looking like they’ve got their lives perfectly together? You bet. And let’s not forget those clear glasses filled with mysterious green stuff—matcha, spirulina, or some other trendy concoction.

Meanwhile, I showed up with my trusty 6oz Sumatra, sweetened with sugar-free Italian creamer—straight from my kitchen. No oat milk, no frothy nonsense, just me and my coffee. (Though, for the record, I do whip up a mean cappuccino on weekends.)

The topic of the day? Morning routines. And naturally, the 5 AM Club stole the spotlight. “Millionaires swear by it!”“Waking up early changed my life!”

But as I clutched my not-matcha, I couldn’t help but think: Yeah, that’s a hard no for me.

Trends Aren’t One-Size-Fits-All

Here’s the thing: Success doesn’t come with a universal manual. What works wonders for someone else might feel like a straightjacket to you.

The secret sauce? Building routines, habits, and systems that fit your unique life—not cramming yourself into someone else’s mold.

So, in the spirit of doing things my way, here’s a peek at the trends I’m unapologetically opting out of:

Trends I’m Skipping (and Why You Should Too):

☀️ The 5 AM Club:
Early mornings are great… as long as they start at a reasonable 7 AM. Sleep is part of self-care, after all.

📖 Daily Deep-Dive Journaling:
Gratitude lists? Love them. Turning every thought into a memoir? No, thank you—I’m busy living life, not documenting every second of it.

🌱 Manifesting Without Action:
Dream big, but let’s pair those visions with real action. Otherwise, it’s just daydreaming with extra steps.

🍵 Matcha Mania:
Not to throw shade at matcha lovers, but coffee is my soulmate. Period.

🏃‍♀️ Hustle 24/7:
Burnout isn’t cute, and working smarter always beats working harder. The real flex? Balance.

Take a Moment for You

Are there trends you’re following just because “everyone else is doing it”? Take a minute to reflect. Are they actually servingyou, or are they just adding stress to your already packed life?

It’s okay to let go of what doesn’t fit. Success isn’t about checking off someone else’s boxes; it’s about creating a life and business that align with YOUR goals and values.

How Magnolia Content Studios Can Help

At Magnolia Content Studios, I’m all about creating spaces where you can do you—whether that’s embracing early mornings or thriving during late-night brainstorms. It’s your story, and I’m here to help you tell it in a way that feels true to you.

From styled sets to personalized marketing support, I’ve got the tools to help you share your vision authentically. Together, we’ll make content creation work for YOU, not the other way around.

Cheers to Doing What Works for You

So, here’s to doing what works for us—and to drinking coffee instead of whatever green thing is trending this week. Now, if you’ll excuse me, I have a cappuccino to make (because weekends are sacred).

Your Turn: What Trend Are You Over?

I’ve shared my anti-trend list—now it’s your turn. What’s one popular trend that you’ve happily left behind? Drop it in the comments or shoot me a message. I can’t wait to hear your take!