HOW TO ROMANTICISE YOUR LIFE! FINDING THE JOY IN THE EVERYDAY!

 

As Mid-life approaches, we realise how important it is to make the most of every moment & I’ve always been a big believer that you should burn the best candle, use your best crockery & wear your best underwear on a daily basis and not wait for that special occasion – today is a special occasion. You are the protagonist in your life so why not romanticize it every day by implementing some lovely touches. By doing so, you befriend and appreciate  yourself more and it shifts your mindset to make you realise you deserve to make  your life just that little bit more special every day.

These are some that I love and that help me romanticize and elevate my life.

 

1.      Always have fresh flowers in the house.

2.      Take yourself out for lunch. It’s lovely to go with friends or a partner but why not treat yourself now and again if you fancy lunch out. One of the fabulous things mid-life brings is the confidence to do what you want, when you want.

3.      Create a curated playlist of music you love to lift your mood.

4.      Create a go to podcast playlist or join audible. It’s wonderful to immerse yourself in new perspectives and continue learning every day.

5.      Move things around in the home. Sometimes just rearranging the furniture invigorates the home with new energy.

6.      Plan yourself the perfect day – if you have a day off to yourself why not plan a wonderful day of your favourite simple pleasures such as coffee & a cake in a lovely café, a shopping trip, lunch out, a glass of wine somewhere special – whatever  small touches that would make a day special for you – and dress up for it too.

7.      Make a ‘Bounce back Bible’ list. I have a list of simple pleasures that’s my ‘go to’ if I’m having a bad day which includes things like watch an episode of a favourite TV show, have a luxurious bubble bath, by myself my favourite flowers etc.

8.      Take your time & give yourself the grace to do so – rushing isn’t fun and causes your stress levels to rise. Of course it’s sometimes unavoidable but, try to carve out enough time so that you can slowly & mindfully enjoy what you’re doing or how you are getting somewhere.

9.      Savour a really good glass of wine. Don’t just down a glass when you get in from work, light a candle, pour a glass, sit down and remember that pleasure is meant to be savoured slowly. Make sure it’s in a beautiful wine glass.

10. Give yourself time, put some music on & set the lighting to create a lovely mood when cooking which makes it a much more pleasurable experience. Then serve it on your best crockery.

11. Dance it out – raise your endorphins and dance around the home – why not?!!

12. Surround yourself with beautiful scent – either your favourite candles, beautiful room sprays, fresh flowers.

13. Dress up for no reason – if you look good you feel good.

14. Take a drive with lovely scenery for no reason – put on your favourite playlist, a podcast or an audio book and just enjoy the drive.

15. Take a luxurious bath, light a candle, play some beautiful music, pour a glass of wine and just relax and enjoy the moment.

16. Switch off your phone & read a book.

17. Pick up a new hobby that brings joy to your life such as gardening, cooking, researching your family tree, knitting. Hobbies keep us curious and help us to continue to grow as a person.

18. Appreciate yourself – appreciate all the things you can do and that you are good at rather than focusing on what you can’t.

19. Always sleep on beautiful bedding and wear beautiful nightwear.

20. Take a daily walk – it’s good for your mind, body & soul.

21. Go to the cinema regularly – either with a partner, friend or on your own.

22. Do a weekly home facial – every Sunday morning always give myself a home facial, put on a face mask and really elevate my skincare.

23. Get yourself a special mug for your morning drink.   

24. Practice positive affirmations every day.

25. Make your home cosy with blankets, lovely cushions, beautiful lighting and gorgeous candles so that every day feels special.

26. Dress up for no reason & wear colours not all black.

27. Put some thought into your bedside table and don’t use it as a dumping ground. Make it a place only for your lamp, a pillow spray, a glass of water, your current book and a Gua Sha to use every night when you first get in bed.  

28. Find your signature scent and wear it every day!

29. Do things for others – simple good deeds for other people makes both them & you feel wonderful. 

30. Practice gratitude daily!