Sure this could be a straightforward resolution making exercise, but c’mon — what’s the fun in that?
Instead, let’s plan the ideal 90s movie marathon day from sun-up to sun-down, and I’ll tell you what “vibe” you’re bringing with you into the New Year. What do I mean by vibe in this instance? It’s a feeling, an ethos, a guiding light, an aura to wrap yourself in as you make your next steps and decide what’s best for you. Be the hero of your own story, be the main character. Here we go!
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Carmen Phillips is Autostraddle's former editor in chief. She began at Autostraddle in 2017 as a freelance team writer and worked her way up through the company, eventually becoming the EIC from 2021-2024. A Black Puerto Rican feminist writer with a PhD in American Studies from New York University, Carmen specializes in writing about Blackness, race, queerness, politics, culture, and the many ways we find community and connection with each other. During her time at Autostraddle, Carmen focused on pop culture, TV and film reviews, criticism, interviews, and news analysis. She claims many past homes, but left the largest parts of her heart in Detroit, Brooklyn, and Buffalo, NY. And there were several years in her early 20s when she earnestly slept with a copy of James Baldwin’s “Fire Next Time” under her pillow. To reach out, you can find Carmen on Twitter, Instagram, or her website.
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I got Chaos. I’m delighted.
My bestie and I took this together and BOTH got looking back to look forward! we were just talking about big plans so this is perfect!
I got Whimsy and…yes, actually, this is something I have been thinking about a lot! Carmen your all-seeing powers have struck again <3
Whimsy? Okay.
I got serenity. I’m about as serene as a wet cat.
I got cozy and am very down for that, at least for winter break. Carrying it into the rest of the year may be more aspirational, but a good goal to have.
cozy, thats meeeeee!
how am i supposed to pick between these sandwiches tho?
I got whimsy.
“Infuse your life with joy, lightheartedness, and a little touch of magic. ✨ Be your own witch, your own fairy. Create an atmosphere of playful enchantment wherever you go.”
I can’t say I was expecting the vibe of Serenity based on my choices, but I’d certainly love contentment and harmony in my 2024!
I got cozy, this is correct
This new year for you should be all about comfort, relaxation, and security. Reach for that soft wrap-around sweater, light a few candles, bake if that’s your thing, and play your Spotify. Have you ever heard of the phrase “pay yourself first”? That means take care of yourself first, too.
Person of mystery! and i’m pleasantly surprised. This quiz was fun and i’m glad The Craft was included bc i was *just* thinking of this movie earlier today. I should watch that again…