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Stories. Style. Soul.
A curated life
A curated digital space exploring intentional living, personal style, wellness rituals, culture, travel, astrology, and the art of moving through life with purpose.
Published monthly for those of you who value curiosity, refinement, meaningful experiences, and a life designed with intention.
π Coming Summer 2026
Melyssa Monday
Stories, Style & Soul
The MM. podcast is coming β a weekly audio experience that goes deeper than the newsletter. Real conversations about living deliberately, building a life that actually fits, and the rituals, style, and stories that shape the people doing it. Hosted by Melyssa, produced with intention.
New episodes every Monday Β· Launching Summer 2026
Monday Media
Culture, Curiosity & Conscious Living
About Us:
There is so much pressure to move faster, consume more, and have an opinion about everything.
Monday Media exists as a small rebellion against that noise.
Here you'll find stories about personal growth, culture, wellness, style, travel, and the ideas shaping the way we live. Some are practical. Some are reflective. All are written with the belief that a meaningful life is built through attention β to ourselves, to each other, and to the world around us.
Consider this a place to pause, think, and return to what matters.
Stories + Essays
Essays, observations, and reflections on modern life, culture, personal growth, and the pursuit of meaning.
Style + Travel
A curated collection of fashion, beauty, fragrance, and aesthetics that inspire everyday refinement.
Destinations, experiences, and places that leave a lasting impression.
Soul + Wellness
Astrology, tarot, intuition, and the symbolic language that helps us better understand ourselves.
Simple rituals, practices, and habits that support a more grounded and intentional life.
Wellness + Ritual
Practices for a Grounded Life
Morning Ritual
Morning Light
Before the emails, before the headlines, before the endless scroll.
Spend a few minutes outside and let natural light signal the start of your day. It's a simple ritual that costs nothing, asks very little, and reminds you that the world exists beyond your screen.
Sometimes the most powerful wellness practice is simply stepping outside.
Mid-Day Ritual
Move Your Body
Movement doesn't have to be intense to be meaningful.
A walk around the block, a stretch session, a quick workout, or dancing around your kitchen all count.
The goal isn't perfection β it's creating a relationship with your body that feels supportive rather than punishing.
Consistency is built through kindness, not guilt.
Evening Ritual
Water Ritual
Water has long been associated with renewal, reflection, and release.
Whether it's a bath, a long shower, a swim, or simply washing the day away, create a few moments of transition between who the world needed you to be and who you are when no one is asking anything from you.
Try bath-salts or lavender oil to amplify these benefits.
Leave your phone in another room. Let the water do the talking.
The Aesthetic
Objects, Atmosphere & Personal Style
Aug 20, 2026
Gold Statement Earrings
The fastest way to make a simple outfit feel intentional.
Oct 12, 2026
Daisy by Marc Jacobs
Community Square
Nov 30βDec 2, 2026
Daily Affirmations Card Deck
A reminder that the way we speak to ourselves matters
Dec 14, 2026
Linen Trousers
Comfort disguised as sophistication
Jan 8, 2027
Barefoot Dreams Blanket
Cozy Essentials for indoor or outdoor comfort
Feb 3, 2027
A Beautiful Notebook
For ideas, observations, plans, and the occasional existential crisis
Feb 20, 2027
Vintage Denim Jacket
Thrift & Treasure Market
Mar 14, 2027
Coffee-Scented Candles
A small luxury that makes home feel like your favorite cafΓ©
Apr 5, 2027
The Nordstrom Anniversary Sale
Part tradition, part treasure hunt. The best purchases are usually the ones you'll still love years from now
Editorial Β· SUMMER 2026
Objects of desire
At home with
Travel Β· Places That Leave a Mark
Travel
Destinations chosen for atmosphere, history, beauty, and the feeling they leave behind long after you've returned home.
Santa Monica, California
Palm-lined streets, ocean air, beautiful people, and a lifestyle that feels intentionally curated. Santa Monica is where wellness, style, creativity, and ambition seem to coexist naturally. Spend the morning walking the shoreline, the afternoon people-watching from a cafΓ©, and the evening watching the sun disappear into the Pacific.
English Countryside Getaways
Rolling hills, ancient pubs, stone cottages, and centuries of history around every corner. Whether wandering through the Cotswolds, exploring Pembrokeshire's dramatic coastline, or discovering hidden castles tucked into the countryside, England offers a slower pace and a deeper connection to place.
Ocean Shores, Washington
Sometimes the most restorative destination is the one closest to home. Long stretches of beach, misty mornings, crashing waves, and the feeling of having nowhere you need to be. Ocean Shores is less about sightseeing and more about creating space to think, breathe, and reset.
Playlist
What We're Playing Right Now
Music is a ritual in itself. These are the tracks on heavy rotation in our world this month β from slow morning coffee to golden-hour golden hour. Press play and step into the mood.
Now Playing Β· June 2026
01
3:22
Baby Powder
Jenevieve
02
3:38
Everything Hallelujah
Justin Bieber
03
3:01
Born to Die
Shaboozey
04
3:54
U.N.I.T.Y.
Queen Latifa
05
4:18
Cowboy
Selena Gomez
06
4:06
Resume
Jenevieve
07
2:44
Sky Walker
Miguel
08
4:09
Aston Martin
Rick Ross
09
3:22
Whisper My Name
Drake
10
3:03
Carried Away
H.E.R.
11
4:31
Sativa
Jhene Aiko
12
3:49
Ojos Tristes
Selena Gomez, Benny Blanco
Reading, Watching, Listening
Reading
Beloved
Toni Morrison
A powerful exploration of memory, trauma, love, and the enduring impact of history.
The Kite Runner
Khaled Hosseini
A moving story of friendship, redemption, and the complicated bonds that shape our lives.
Tolstoy's Great Story Works
Leo Tolstoy
Timeless observations on human nature, morality, love, and the choices that define us.
Watching
The Devil Wears Prada 2
Because sometimes culture, fashion, ambition, and a little escapism belong on the same list.
From
A haunting mystery series that combines psychological horror, suspense, and survival.
Euphoria
Visually stunning and emotionally raw, exploring identity, relationships, and modern life.
Listening
What Now? with Trevor Noah
Thoughtful conversations about culture, politics, and the human experience through a global lens.
NPR Podcasts
Smart reporting, compelling storytelling, and a daily connection to what's happening in the world.
Black Girls Watching TV
Sharp, entertaining conversations about television, pop culture, representation, and the stories shaping today's media landscape.
Follow on Social Media
YouTube
A modern day storyteller exploring culture, spirituality, travel, transformation, and the beauty of becoming
Monthly Reflection
"Allow yourself to enjoy the life you've worked so hard to build."
We're often taught to move the goalpost. Work hard, achieve the next thing, solve the next problem, and then maybe someday we'll give ourselves permission to rest.
But life isn't meant to be lived entirely in pursuit of what's next.
Take the vacation. Buy the flowers. Book the massage. Explore the city. Read the novel.
Sit in the sun a little longer.
You've earned moments of joy, beauty, and easeβnot because you've completed some impossible checklist, but because you're human.
Melyssa Monday
Editor, MM.
A lens for reflection, intuition, and Guideance
Astrology + Tarot
The High Priestess
Intuition, the subconscious, and the divine feminine
The High Priestess reminds us that not every answer arrives through logic. This month invites patience, observation, and trust in what you already know deep down. Before seeking more information, spend time listening to your own inner wisdom.
Astrology
June 19: Chiron enters Taurus
June features three monumental shifts: the grounding of Chiron in Taurus for healing, the start of Mercury Retrograde in Cancer, and Jupiterβs expansive move into Leo. This cosmic mix brings a balance of deep healing, reflective summer nostalgia, and a sudden spark of fiery creativity.
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