Summertime Sadness – A Back to Work/School Guide for All
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The end of summer hits hard: less freedom, earlier mornings, more responsibility.
Instead of dragging yourself into September, treat it like a reset.
Reset your schedule
- Gradually shift your sleep back to your “work/school” bedtime and wake-up time.
- Build in 15–30 minutes in the morning for showering, grooming, and quiet prep.
- Block out time for workouts or walks before your schedule fully fills up.
Structure beats chaos every time.
Tighten your grooming
- Get a fresh haircut one week before returning.
- Shape or reset your beard (or decide to go clean-shaven for a while).
- Stock up on basics: shampoo, conditioner, body wash, beard oil, hair balm, lip balm.
A consistent Knightsmen Grooming routine makes early mornings easier—you don’t have to think, just execute.
Simplify your style
- Choose a few “uniform” outfits that make you feel confident and professional (or clean and put together for class).
- Keep shoes, bag, and outerwear clean and in good repair.
You don’t need a big wardrobe—just one that’s intentional.
Guard your energy
- Limit mindless scrolling late at night.
- Keep weekends as partial recharge instead of full self-sabotage.
Use back-to-work/school season as an advantage: a natural time to step up your standard while everyone else is complaining.