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Wednesday, December 12th, 2018
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A lot of animals are known to hibernate during winter. It is Mother Nature’s way of keeping them from harm and also for preserving her eventual beauty in spring. The pace of life does tend to slow down during the winter season and, yes, you could feel a little under the weather, too.
Instead of fighting off these feelings, why not just indulge your urge to rest and start designing your home in a cozier way?
Step on Those Brakes
You could be the type of person who is always on the go and to begin your winter coziness, begin by pressing the stop button. Even a cat nap won’t hurt at all.
You’re not being asked to ignore or totally forget about your duties but you also need to make time for rest. Have a blissful moment in your reading corner or while dipping in your backyard pool.
List the Benefits of Napping
Knowing the value of resting will make you realize just how much you should prioritize it. Most people have a few minutes of time and, at this time, you should make it a priority to doze off.
One of the benefits of a nap is that you’re able to reduce your stress levels. You’re also able to keep your strength up especially since this is the flu and cold season. You will also likely notice that you are emotionally nourished right after taking a good nap.
What Are the Napping Essentials?
You will need some extra pillows or even some soft throws. These can help cover your legs during those extra chilly nights. If the light bothers you during your nap, then it’s time to have an eye mask close at hand.
Other cold weather bedding essentials include the mattress pad (preferably heated), flannel sheets, thicker blankets, and comforters (oh, yeah).
Turn Off Your Gadgets
What’s a cat nap if your smart phone keeps bothering you? Your gadgets should be avoided like the plague when you’re going to take napping a little bit more seriously. Health issues such as weight gain, decrease in sleep, and lack of physical exercise tend to occur with people who are dependent on their gadgets.
Also, the glow of the electronic devices can also significantly affect your shuteye. While the amount of light that comes from these devices may not seem to be relevant, still this passes through the retina into the hypothalamus, causing a delay in your sleep.
Forget your social media accounts and emails for a few minutes, light up some scented candles (just make sure they are placed on a secure area where light materials won’t catch fire), maybe play a little soft music, and now go nap.
If you still can’t sleep despite these wind-down activities, then you can go ahead and read a few pages from a complex novel (not your favorite one or a page-turner or you’d end up not sleeping at all). Find the most boring reading material that you can set your hands on.
Set That Timer
If you just have ample time for a nap, then make sure that you set an alarm to wake you up at the right time. You wouldn’t want to miss that appointment all because you’ve slept the afternoon away.
Wake Your Senses After
After sipping a warm cup of tea prior to your nap, after you hear the alarm, it’s time for a different kind of beverage. Whip up some fresh water with lemon then do some stretches.
Take a few deep breaths of the cold wintry air then go inside, grab a pen and write down everything that sprang to your mind during your rest.
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Friday, November 18th, 2016
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Winter is just right around the corner. Pretty soon, you will be changing your wardrobe to wools and thicker fabrics. It is just as important to prepare your home for the upcoming winter chill. One of the delightful things about the holiday season is sitting or even curling up in your cozy chair as you sip hot chocolate while reading a bestseller.
Beating the cold temperatures is all about your indulgence with warm hues and cozy textures. You do all these while keeping your interiors still fresh and airy.
If you’re bent on designing around this upcoming season, here are simple tips to get started –
Use Winter Throws
Winter is a great time to pamper yourself using soft and comfortable textiles. Add sheepskin, wool , velvet or faux fur. If you did save up for a seasonal treat, then go ahead and invest in some cashmere throws.
Resist the temptation to leave these winter throws inside the bedroom. Other rooms also need the visual warmth that these throws can provide so spread ‘em out.
Be Sure to Insulate
Insulation isn’t just a fundamental preparation for your safety this coming season. This also crosses to the decorative realm. If you are living in a state that’s extremely cold during winter, then this is something that you should definitely prioritize.
Check all your doors and windows for any leaks. Find out if you need to add some blinds or window drapes in order to reduce heat loss. Your efforts will definitely pay off as you enjoy a warmer winter while your savings pile up on your energy bills.
Hugs and Rugs
Some area rugs are needful this coming season. They won’t just keep your feet warm, they’ll also add character to your home. Find rugs that suit your chosen theme or color scheme. You might also want to rethink your flooring materials since tiles or bare wooden floors are quite unforgiving during winter.
See if you can find Navajo textile area rugs as well as blankets. These will give your home a cozier and warmer feel.
Create Bedroom Layers
You should consider the many ways that you can make the bedroom warmer and fuzzier this winter. Just make sure that you won’t go overboard, though.
Use different layers of bedding such as comforters and quilt. Don’t just limit your winter makeover on the bed, make sure the rest of the bedroom also gets an overhaul.
Add unique lighting then fill the void corner with an exciting accent chair. Having a small bedroom is not such a bad thing after all.
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Use Greeneries
A tad of natural beauty brought about by houseplants and flowers are the perfect elements that would balance any seemingly cold look. The snowy world outside could also serve as an inspiration for your indoors. Use an all-white look for the backdrop then find greeneries to complete the style.
The snow white look could easily become a lifeless look if you’re not careful, though. Make sure that you don’t allow it to look too daunting or sterile. Give it a touch of nature by adding birch logs, white corals and pine cones.
Fire Up the Fireplace
What could be more magical than to use the fireplace to think about winter? The fireplace is a must-have during winter as it can fill the room with a different kind of radiance. All your winter décor won’t be as effective if the warmth of the fireplace isn’t felt.
In the absence of a fireplace, don’t fret. You can always rely on the romantic glow of candle lights. The flickering lights are just as dreamy so just set the candles up using lovely candelabra and you’re done.
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