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September 27, 2016 By Melanie No Comments

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As we enter what may feel like the busiest time of

As we enter what may feel like the busiest time of year, let this be your guide to ✨resetting your nervous system✨ so that you can help regulate stress and return to a state of calm

GIVE YOURSELF A RELEASE
when your body just needs to let go of any pent up tension, stress or anxiety — movement and allowing yourself to FEEL all of the emotions can be the best medicine

GROUND YOURSELF IN THE PRESENT
after releasing the feelings and energy, try a few grounding practices to reorient your nervous system and come back to the present moment

ACTIVATE THE RELAXATION RESPONSE
slow down and help your body transition to the parasympathetic nervous system (otherwise known as the “rest & digest” state) with activities like breathwork, yoga, or even a long hug

GET SUPPORT FROM LOVED ONES
intentionally surround yourself with people who help you regulate your stress vs add to it. The feeling of being safe and supported can’t ever be underestimated

PRIORITIZE DEEP REST
at the end of the day, practicing good sleep hygiene and prioritizing rest can be the best thing you do for your mind and body. These restorative moments allow for your nervous system to truly reset and recover

Be sure to SAVE this post for whenever you may need it this holiday season and share it if you feel like it would be helpful to anyone you know! 💕

#mindfulmoments #cozyvibes #healthyliving #cozyrituals #joyfulliving #hygge #selfcaretips

My little beanie babies ❤️ I know this post i

My little beanie babies ❤️

I know this post is coming a bit late buuuut I loved this quick DIY costume so much and figured it deserved a spot on the feed!

#babiesfirsthalloween #dogsandbabies #lovemylittlefamily #newmomlife #romanticizeyourlife #fallphotodump #familyhalloween

What my weekend is currently looking like 🥰 #

What my weekend is currently looking like 🥰

#countdowntochristmas🎄 #christmasdecor #tistheseason #romanticizeyourlife #holidayseason

It’s the beginning of the most wonderful time of

It’s the beginning of the most wonderful time of year and my absolute favorite holiday🎄❤️

I know Nov 1st may seem a little early to start celebrating the Christmas season for some but I always feel like this time of year flies by too fast. So decorating our home early and starting all the fun Christmas baking, crafts and festive activities feels like a special way to make the most of the holidays ❤️

Who else will be spending the weekend decorating?

#romanticizeyourlife #holidayseason #christmastimeishere #smalljoys

The person who sent you this wants to have a spook

The person who sent you this wants to have a spooky date night in to celebrate Halloween 🎃

Halloween isn’t my fav holiday but I do love a themed cozy evening with my favorite person… and it feels even more special these days as new parents. So we decided to have a SPOOKY date complete with homemade pizzas (with ghost shaped mozzarella), blackberry smash cocktails, a candle painting craft, pumpkin ice cream, and a rewatch of “Haunting of Bly Manor” 🖤

PS: I’m not a big horror movie fan but this show is such a well done metaphor of how grief can haunt you and the tone feels much more gothic romance than classic jump scares

Anywaaay, after tomorrow I’m looking forward to decorating our home for Christmas and you can expect lots of cozy, whimsical ideas to savor and celebrate the holiday season coming soon ☺️

#datenightin #cozyseason #halloweenishere #romanticizeyourlife #datenightideas

Is it just me, or is fall flying by? 🧡 Here a

Is it just me, or is fall flying by? 🧡

Here are a few of my #fallfavorites from the archives featuring lots of leaf peeping, spooky treats, and fun moments with family and friends.

#lifelately #autumnarchives #fallgirl #cozygirlfall #cozyseason #babiesfirstfall #romanticizelife #simplejoys #newmomlife #fallphotodump

Bringing you behind the scenes of the Halloween Ri

Bringing you behind the scenes of the Halloween Ride & Haunted Happy Hour I hosted for my @denverfitfriends community this past weekend! 👻 🎶

The gals showed up in costume and @ritual_indoorcycling led us through such a fun 45 min ride with all the best spooky vibes 🖤

A big thank you to our vendors @alythactive, @truvani and @drinkparch for making this an extra special experience!

I have one last DenFit event planned for November to wrap up the year so if you’re in the Denver area stay tuned for details coming sooooon ✨☺️

#denverfitfriends #denfit #denverfitnesscommunity #denverfitness #dayinmylife #halloweenevent #wellnessgirl

“When we are together darling, every night is Ha

“When we are together darling, every night is Halloween.” 🖤

Lily was invited to her first Halloween party yesterday so we obviously had to dress up as one of the most iconic, creepy + kooky families ever! And I know I’m so biased but I don’t think I’ve seen a cuter Wednesday Addams 🥹

Such a fun way to celebrate spooky season (and a pretty easy family costume if you’re in need of something last minute!)

But what do you guys think? Is it creepy or cute? 👇🏼

#addamsfamily #familyhalloweencostumes #halloweenparty #wednesdayaddams #familyhalloween #theaddamsfamily #babiesfirsthalloween

Welcome to my “Cozy Corner” 🧡 a new series

Welcome to my “Cozy Corner” 🧡 a new series where I’ll share some of my favorite things each month that can help you slow down and savor the season

I have so many things I want to chat with you all about and can’t wait to dive into more of these! You can expect lots of cozy hobby ideas, self care tips, book recommendations, gift guides, fitness/wellness favs, recipes I’m loving, and more — just let me know if you have any requests!

I’m kicking things off with 3 of my favorite fall crafts that I’ve been loving for both solo cozy nights in or for hosting friends ✨. You can find tutorials and video examples of all three in my recent reels

I hope you guys enjoy our cozy chat 💬

#cozyhobbies #cozycrafts #fallgirl #selfcaretips #comfortcreator #wellbeing #wellnessjourney #softwellness #hobbiesareimportant #romanticizeyourlife #cozycorner #joyfulliving

You all know I love a mindful morning routine, but

You all know I love a mindful morning routine, but in this season of life, cozy evening rituals have been everything for me ✨💕

If you’re looking for quick and simple ways to add a little more hygge into your evenings, these are some of my personal favorites to:

Restore your Body
✨just a few minutes of intentional movement or nourishing self care can help your body relax, unwind and prepare for a good night’s sleep

Clear your Mind
✨ stop the scroll and opt for more positive ways to reduce the mental clutter. Taking a few minutes to reflect and reset your thoughts can help you fall asleep with a clear mind

Soothe your Soul
✨the quiet moments of the evening provide the perfect opportunity to choose activities that make you happy. Whether it’s reading a book, trying a new cozy hobby or even as simple as stepping outside to look at the moon & stars… choose to end your day with warmth and ease

If you’d like to receive my free printable Autumn Reflections guided journal, just comment JOURNAL and I’ll send it straight to your inbox. It’s the perfect thing to add to your cozy evening (or morning) routine 🧡

#mindfulmoments #cozyvibes #cozyseason #joyfulliving #happyandhealthy #hygge #intentionalliving #cozyrituals #healthyliving

Move over PSL because this viral iced salted maple

Move over PSL because this viral iced salted maple latte is the new “it girl” of fall drinks! 🍁 All you need are 4 ingredients to whip this up at home

Recipe:

✨ 1-2 tsp Trader Joe’s maple butter
✨ pinch of salt
✨ 2 shots espresso
✨ milk of choice

Let me know if you’ll be trying this! 🧡

#fallvibes #fallgirl #fallrecipe #coffeeathome #morningsips #coffeemorning #maplelatte #softgirlera #comfortcreator #cozyseason #cozyathome #pinterestaesthetıc #cozyvibesonly

What would you add to this list? 💕✨ #romanti

What would you add to this list? 💕✨

#romanticizeyourlife #lifeisbeautiful #iamwellandgood #positivemindset #wellbeing #mindfulness #intentionalliving #happyandhealthy

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