If you haven't done so, please read the box welcome letter. It's available HERE!
Day 01| ACT
ak(t) | verb: take action; do something
Congratulations! Today, you're taking the first step to stay grounded during the holidays. During these first seven days, we're building a solid foundation. As the season progresses and things get more hectic, we can refer back to the beginning, to why we started, and stay present and grounded. Every journey begins with a first step. So let's do this!
There's no need for grand gestures or perfection. Good enough is, in fact, good enough. Take a deep breath. Settle in. Get excited about the journey ahead and the daily presents to make you feel good.
Today is all about making a commitment. A commitment to spend a little time with yourself each day. In doing this, you'll build a daily practice that can exist outside the boundaries of this advent calendar.
As you move through this self-care journey, as the winter holidays quickly approach, carving out ten or fifteen minutes a day can be challenging. I always like to start each year's box by identifying the reason we're here. To set your intention for the next 25 days. To come up with your "why". That way, when the days are flying by, stress is high, and you feel like you can't make time for yourself, you can refer back to day one and remember why you're here.
JOURNAL PROMPTS
- What do you want the next 25 days to bring? How can this year differ from years past? Close your eyes. Take a deep breath and really think about that for a few minutes. What came to mind? Take a second to bring that day dream to life. Sketch, write, bullet journal. Whatever you’re most comfortable with.
- Now that you’ve gotten those thoughts out on paper, let’s define your why. Make it a clear intention for this 25 day self-care journey. What do you want to get out of this practice?
- Is there anything holding you back? Any doubts creeping into your mind. Write those down too. Next to each one, write down what you would say to a friend that was doubting themselves.
THE GIFT
Today's gift is a candle developed to inspired you to ACT. This scent is a box exclusive and not available anywhere else. Every product scent I formulate and every product I develop is deeply rooted in intention and each scent note is chosen for a reason. Champagne to celebrate. Berries for wisdom, protection, and guidance. Saffron for prosperity and mental clarity. Tonka for manifesting. Wood for foundation and grounding.
Scent Profile
- Top Notes: champagne, blackberry, amber
- Middle Notes: blackberry, raspberry, shea, saffron
- Base Notes: praline, light musk, tonka, wood, leather