I love the holidays. Seriously, like I feel like Santa's elf sometimes because I LIVE for the holiday season. Sometimes, I get burnt out or just get so caught up that I almost forget to take it in and relax.

I just graduated from college, so the past few months have been extra stressful and busy. I was doing some planning and realized that I was just feeing really stressed, so I decided to spent that evening just focusing on me. I basically just had a little pampering night!

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I started the night with a cup of tea. I really like Teavana and Yogi.. they have great teas. Because I battle with anxiety, I am always looking for teas that help with anxiety and stress. I love coffee, but when I'm trying to relax and wind-down, I find that a warm cup of tea works best. Hot chocolate is fun to have too!

After I finished my tea, I grabbed a Lush bath bomb, lit my stress-relief candle, and took a bath. I listened to a little bit of music on Spotify, but ended up watching The Crown on Netflix. I highly recommend. It is such a great show.

After my bath, I put on my favorite pajama set. Wearing a nice pair of pajamas really just makes me feel put together. I got in bed and read my devotions. Reading before bed really helps. I am a Christian, so I just choose faith-based readings before bed. Other books that aren't religion-based that I love are Girlboss, Milk and Honey, and Promise Me, Dad.

I have been reading Simple Pursuit, but I took a break to read the Christmas series on the Delight Ministries app. I have had trouble trusting God lately. The Christmas series has really been speaking to me. I am at a hard place in my life right now and have been losing hope. This series has helped a bit.

After reading, I felt really relaxed and at-ease and went right to sleep. It was such a much-needed night to regroup and focus on my own well-being. 

Pampering yourself and just taking some time to focus on yourself is so important. A night in to relax is not the answer to everything, but sometimes, it really does help. Just like a night out on the town is needed every now and then, so is a night in. 

When it comes to pampering myself, I love using a good bath bomb or bubble bar in the bath. What is your favorite way to pamper yourself? Comment below!

xo,

Amanda