Don't lose yourself in trying to achieve your goals. Remember to practise self-care ;)
Putting a lot of pressure on yourself can be unhealthy. Take your time and try to make achieving your goals enjoyable.
Make sure that your goals are realistic and positive. Don't use words like "never" "stop" or "always". For exemple don't write "Stop eating fast food" and write " Create healthy eating habits" instead.
Ask yourself what are some small steps that you can take to achieve your goals and make a plan!
Every little step counts, don't hesitate to get give yourself a pat on the back and be proud of yourself!
Give yourself a chance! Success doesn't always happen overnight it can take time be patient and kind to yourself.
Do you have any tricks that you use to achieve your goals?
]]>like a hearty breakfast or a hot drink while you read your morning paper or do your affirmations for the day
Light therapy lamps can mimic natural daylight. You can set it up so it lights up like the sun rising in the sky at the time you wish to wake up.
Having a glass of water in the morning kickstarts your system! Also making a habit of having a glass in the morning might encourage you to keep drinking it throughout the day ;)
Accidentally opening up tiktok or instagram in bed might increase the chances that you want to stay cocooned in your bed to scroll down your feed. Also your phone phone might be full of stressors or distractions and that is not the best way to start off your productive day.
Do you feel like you're trying to get your life together when you journal? When self-reflecting, I often feel like I want to face the day straight on to improve some of my actions from the previous days or to continue on the right path that I am on. Writing simple things like what I want to accomplish today or what is the definition of success for me really motivates me to go on with my day.
Remember I said mornings are hard, well workouts are hard too (unless you like working out) so morning workouts are a no for me but getting a good stretch in that requires minimum effort can be so liberating and comforting.
Maybe for you that's picking your clothes the night before or showering at night so you can spend more time sleeping in the morning do whatever works for you.
Try to create a morning routine that is simple and that you enjoy. Already knowing the steps of your routine can alleviate the stress of having to just rush through your mornings. Of course change it up from time to time if you don't like being in a plain old routine but try to keep some type of structure!
That is all for my tips to fight seasonal blues and chills, do you have any tips or tricks to help with winter morning routines ?
]]>Today's blog post is a formal invitation to our pop up event!
6 small local businesses including myself will be present to bring you an event you won't want to miss. Why call it a pop up event instead of a pop up shop? Simply because we want to make it an experience you won't forget. You can expect: good vibes, fun little games & prizes and even a photo booth to commemorate your visit. Come meet the incredibly inspiring and ambitious women behind the beautiful businesses down below.
Scrumptious personalized cakes, cupcakes and other sweet treats such as pies and pineapple upside down cake. Order and have them decorated to your liking for your events. Try her mouthwatering baked goods at the pop up!
Ps. they can even be infused with the liquor of your choice for a little extra fun ;)
Beautifully crafted beaded jewelry and more. Find waist beads, necklaces, bracelets and accessories that are uniquely designed. Pick from an array of colours to accentuate your style!
Customized cakes and plenty of delicious sweet threats for your event. Bring your vision to life and order your goodies. At the pop up you'll be able to get her famous hot cocoa bombs to warm up your days with creamy deliciousness and some other goodies!
Sophisticated resin home accessories and other goods, all carefully handcrafted! Add these designs to your homes, they are practical and will fit right in with your aesthetic!
The best cookies in Montreal. You can take my word for it or you can come try them for yourself. All the flavours to satisfy your cravings plus she makes brownies too, it does not get better than that!
Hello loves,
Summer is slowly coming to an end and school is about to start again. Whether you're nervous to go back or you're happy to start, here are 7 things you can add to your routines to keep yourself grounded and nurture your mental health.
* By the way these are not in order of importance #1 is as good as #7
1. Exercise
Be active daily! It increases your energy, enhances your immune system, reduces insomnia, stimulates brain growth and has been shown to decrease feelings of sadness. I like to take daily morning walks ( I always do at least 30 minutes or more ). During my walks, I like to listen to podcasts or music and just enjoy the world around me! I've also noticed that I do sleep better and have more energy on the days that I'm active.
2. Journaling
You can start journaling! It's a great way to reflect on yourself, your life, what makes you happy and what doesn't, you can also write down changes you'd like to make so you're living your best life. I write down all my journaling prompts on Sundays, that way I can just fill them out throughout the week!
3. Meditation
Do you also feel like to get a useful session of meditation it has to be a lengthy one? A guided session of meditation can be completed in as little as 5 minutes. Benefits of meditation can include better stress management, more self-awareness, focusing on the moment and much more!
4. Affirmation
Positive affirmations can help you release any negativity, feelings of anxiety, stress and fear. It is explained that by repeating your affirmations over and over again they take charge of your thoughts and change your pattern of thinking which in turn will change your life! Here's an example of an affirmation we like to repeat: I am creating the life of my dreams
5. Drink your water
Now you've probably heard this more than once but I will say it again, DRINK YOUR WATER! Water makes everything in your body flow smoothly. It helps with your energy level, metabolism and overall circulation.
6. Make plans to look forward to
Plan an activity that you enjoy doing, that way you have something to look forward to during the week. It could be something that motivates you to keep going or something self-rewarding. For example, I love to cook so planning to make a recipe and then enjoying it with loved ones would be something I look forward to!
7. Take a daily 10 minute self-care moment
Self-Care can be as quick as applying a face mask or taking the time to read a couple of pages of your favourite book. Make the little moments count and take the time to enjoy them!
Remember, do what makes your soul shine!
Much love,
Chelsea
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