Get into harmony with winter

Winter is in full force and for some parts of the country there seems to be no end in sight. Does lack of motivation, low energy and dry skin sound familiar to you? Then take a little time out for yourself in order to help you get into harmony with the winter season.

Here are a few simple winter rituals you’ll want to keep in mind to get you through the rest of the colder, darker months.

Scented candles – Set the mood in your home, office or bathroom this winter with the use of some scented candles. A few popular winter scents include pine, lemon myrtle, cinnamon and jasmine.

Baths – Run a hot bubble bath and soak your worries away before heading to bed to hibernate for the night. You may want to add a few drops olive oil and a few drops of essential oil into your bath water to provide a little aromatherapy and condition your skin. A few calming winter bath scents include balsam, peppermint, cedarwood, clove and lavender. Make sure you also have a soft comfy robe on hand so you can wrap yourself to get cozy and to avoid the chill after stepping out of the tub.

Homemade hot chocolate – Indulge yourself with a rich and nutty hot chocolate to stay warm and cozy this winter. All you need is 1 cup almond or coconut milk, ½ teaspoon cinnamon, a pinch of nutmeg, ½ teaspoon of vanilla bean paste and 1 tablespoon raw cacao, then combine all ingredients in a small saucepan and warm over medium heat until hot (not boiling). Pour into your favourite mug and relax.

Board games and jigsaw puzzles – Playing board games like Monopoly and Scrabble or puzzling away with a nice jigsaw is a great way to truly relax and forget about what’s happening outside on a cold, dull and rainy winter’s day.

These are just a few tips for naturally getting into harmony with the winter season. Use them as a guide to create your own winter rituals to help you relax and enjoy the chilly months.

What do you love to do in winter when it’s cold outside? Please share in the comments below.

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21 Comments

- - mom19782016 said
  - 22 Oct 2020
    2:31 pm
Yep, I agree with all of the above tips!

- - ella12 said
  - 17 Aug 2016
    4:46 pm
I love all of the above in the winter – and snuggling with my daughter under the blanket.

- - mom172741 said
  - 20 Jul 2016
    8:30 am
Great tips. Feel cozier already!

- - meedee said
  - 30 Jun 2016
    11:22 pm
Scented candles make a home so very welcoming.
Although I have found the Vanilla Scented candles give me migraines which is such a shame as they smell amazing.

- - mom101628 said
  - 29 Jun 2016
    8:23 pm
Just love coming into the warm house after a bracing walk outside – or doing some garden chores. Will take on board your idea of hot chocolate to warm up as well. Thanks for the tips.

- - mom183717 said
  - 26 Jun 2016
    9:17 am
Ah the snuggly time of winter <3

- - mom19782016 said
  - 16 Jun 2016
    5:43 pm
I just finished reading a book about Denmark in winter – these are very similar things they do to get through the 4-6 months of dark and cold. Makes sense. Love the idea of the candles too!

- - mom93821 said
  - 13 Jun 2016
    10:59 am
I love do things outdoors and then come inside to do those things in your article and warm up. The key to Winter is to embrace and enjoy it!
- mom19782016 replied
  
  27 Dec 2020 , 8:46 pm
  Agreed, you just have to embrace winter and make your home as cosy as possible
- - mom71820 said
  - 08 Jun 2016
    12:32 pm
I love these ideas to help get you through the cold days/nights. We love games nights – no electronics!
- mom93821 replied
  
  14 Jun 2016 , 7:24 am
  Down time with no electronics is great and we love it too.
- - nadine_hill said
  - 07 Jun 2016
    1:02 pm
Not a fan of winter – but it does have a few things going for it …. No flies or mozzies, more cuddles with my cat, catching up on my reading, and dreaming of summer holidays!

- - jacqbeckett said
  - 02 Jun 2016
    7:31 pm
I will definiatly take the candle idea for during the day n a hot choc at night. Just wish I had a fire place. Im getting some board games from the op shop to play with my kids. Im not a fan of winter but if I can get through this without eating out the whole cupboard due to boredom then il be happy.

- - mom90758 said
  - 01 Jun 2016
    5:12 pm
First day of winter… I love staying in in the evening, drink a cup of hot tea, and read a book in my nice warm bed.

- - mom156049 said
  - 01 Jun 2016
    11:48 am
Thank you for the hot chocolate recipe – I have some almond milk in the fridge so will give it a try tonight after a hot bath

- - mom160421 said
  - 01 Jun 2016
    10:58 am
I’m not a fan of winter, but as long as I’m warm (especially my feet) I’m okay.

- - BellaB said
  - 01 Jun 2016
    10:28 am
Oh I hate winter so much. I’d stay in bed all season if I could.

- - Nas01 said
  - 01 Jun 2016
    9:43 am
I love being curled up with a hot cupola and great book.

- - mom112217 said
  - 01 Jun 2016
    8:34 am
We tend to watch more dvd’s in the colder weather!

- - sharna_booth_weinrowski said
  - 01 Jun 2016
    8:25 am
it isnt winter without a great fluffy blanket and the heater!

- - mum4107 said
  - 01 Jun 2016
    8:04 am
I love to read in front of the heater