A quiet evening at home: Aren’t we all longing for that? No matter who you talk you, everybody is stressed out. Between university and work, hobbies, blogging, exercising and relationships, down-time just to relax can sometimes come a little short. So why don’t we all just take an evening off this week? Just to relax and do exactly what we want to. Here’s my tips and tricks how to make that evening as enjoyable as possible.
+ Change into comfy clothes. I’ve always been one of those people who immediately change into sweat-pants and a comfy sweater once I’m home and I doubt that will ever change. Add some wool socks and your outfit is perfect for a quiet evening at home.
+ Put on your favourite autumn music, something acoustic and relaxing. My favourites at the moment are Keaton Henson, Bear’s Den and Daughter. Or you just put on a mixtape and discover some amazing new artists.
+ Apply a face mask for glowing skin. Especially in the colder months it is so important to help your skin against dryness. You can either buy one or create your own with organic ingredients from your kitchen. That’s the beautiful thing about a quiet evening at home: You don’t have to look presentable to anyone.
+ I know exercising isn’t everybody’s favourite (I hated it until very recently), but once you’ve started moving more, it can actually be very relaxing (everybody says that, but it’s true!). Last week I discovered a great YouTube-channel with tons of Pilates videos to choose from, each about twenty minutes long. It’s in German, but you can give it a try anyway.
+ After relaxing with a bit of Pilates, it’s time for a snack. Whether you want to really treat yourself and go all out on your favourite comfort food (this Raspberry Ricotta CROISSANT French Toast looks pretty amazing in my opinion). Or you try something healthy and good for your body. I’ve wanted to try zucchini noodles for ages, for example.
+ Pour yourself a cup of your favourite tea – something fresh with loads of lemon and ginger for example.
+ Bake some cookies and eat them all by yourself (maybe not after the croissant, although you can do what you like of course).
+ Cozy up with a warm blanket and light some candles.
+ Watch your favourite TV show. Start a new knitting project as you get sucked back into the show.
+ Start reading that book that’s been waiting on your shelf for ages.
+ Whatever you do though, turn off your computer and mobile phone. Don’t check your mails or think of your to-do list. Just relax.
+ If you’re feeling lonely in the evening, just call your best friends and make your relaxing evening a little get-together. You’ll enjoy it even more, in your relaxed state of mind.
What else do you like to do if you have a whole evening to yourself?
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This sounds completely perfect, especially right now as we’ve just had a big storm in London!
I’ve recently tried to allow myself a bit more time just for me and chilling out, and it makes me feel so much better! I like having a quiet afternoon to do some crafty projects, but hardly ever find the time!
I want this every afternoon!! Definitely going to take an afternoon to relax and pamper myself :)
Heck yes! This is my kind of comfort day. Actually, since I have somewhat of a stressful job, I have made it a point to have more of these sort of days. At least once a week!
When are we having our Gilmore Girl marathan, girl!? ;)
I love this collection. All feels very zen and makes me want to pull my comfy clothes on and curl up on the couch with a book or my Kinfolk magazine.
Hanna’s Places is a green lifestyle magazine written by Hanna Ulatowski. It’s all about slowing down in a fast-paced society and finding ways to live a more sustainable, simple lifestyle.
October 28, 2013
Oh Hanna, this sounds absolutely divine!! I would like to do every single thing on this list right now!
Christmas tea? I’ve never heard of that before – I’ll have to look that up! :)