Baby, it's cold outside

How to embrace winter mornings

As the days grow shorter and the air turns crisper, coaxing yourself out of bed in the morning can feel like a daunting task. When it’s dark, gloomy and raining outside, it certainly seems that winter mornings are designed to keep us snuggled up under the covers. But what if you could shift your perspective and relish the slow beauty of winter mornings? Here are five simple and achievable tips to inspire a gentler wake-up routine – the kind you’ll actually look forward to getting up for.

1 Start with a moment of quiet

Before diving headfirst into the hustle and bustle of the day, gift yourself five minutes of gentle solitude. Envelop yourself in a soft blanket, cuddle a hot water bottle, and light a candle or switch on a diffuser. When it comes to scent, studies show that citrus aromas can be particularly powerful when it comes to feeling energised, awakened and optimistic. I personally love the blend of peppermint and orange  it smells so fresh and  invigorating.