5 Simple ways to add Comfort & Joy to your Life this Winter

And just like that, Thanksgiving is just around the corner…

Daylight saving time is over…

And for those of us living in areas where we experience changing seasons, the time has come to start preparing for the colder months ahead…

Admittedly, I tend to struggle this time of year, but as a “bringer of the JOY”, I refuse to wish a single moment of my life away (even the dark and cold ones!) so here is a list of easy things that you can do to help you stay LIVELY as the seasons change…

1. Create a Cozy Oasis: designate a small space in your home to serve as a your “happy place” and fill it with things that comfort you…

Here are some ideas to get you started:

•Get a comfy chair, meditation cushion, or pillows that are comfortable for your little corner.  Add a cozy blanket to the mix.

•Try a Himalayan salt lamp or sun lamp to use in your space.  Also be sure to use warm/soft light bulbs in this room for lighting that feels like the sun.

•Diffuse essential oils that create a warm and cozy surrounding.  Try mixing spice and citrus such as nutmeg and tangerine (or try one of my favorite Young Living blend's for the fall/winter called Christmas Spirit, email me if you want to try it!)

2. Repeat After Me:  Adopt a positive mantra to use during my meditation, this is so simple, but I will be saying: “I embrace the change in season and will enjoy each and every day as this is my life.”

3. Must keep Moving: Stretch regularly to keep my body limber, especially when the cold sets in.  Moving your body moves your energy.

4. Spice it Up: What’s more comforting than cinnamon?  Shake it on your coffee grounds, oatmeal, applesauce, or heat a few cinnamon sticks in water on the stove for a sweet and spicy aroma sure to warm up your day!

5. Gratitude Rules: Appreciate each and every day.  Keep reminding yourself THIS is my life and I am going to make the most of it (even if shoveling snow!)

So there you have it, 5 easy ways to cozy up your life this winter…

And remember, life is not about adopting every tip or changing everything in your life in just one day… so start with one thing and build from there.

And with that in mind… what is the ONE thing that you will take from this list and make happen this week?