Things That Make Me Happy

I always love reading 'What Makes Me Happy' posts so I thought I'd do one of my own. They're such a great way of noting and sharing positivity. For me, its the small things that make me most happy. 

First up- candles! I absolutely love them. These two scents, Yankee Pink Dragon Fruit and the Copenhagen Candle Company Fig & Herb are my all time favourites. I had the Fig & Herb candle a few years ago and its very associated in my mind with blogging. You can smell these around the whole house when they're lit. They last absolutely ages too. I definitely think there's something about having candles burning that makes a room so much more cosy and calming.

It isn't specifically just this book which makes me happy but rather the whole concept of mindfulness, meditation and having a positive outlook. I have been doing yoga since last January and I am totally addicted. It feels like I'm floating out the class afterwards and it is so good for strengthening the body and mind. In a world of smartphones, deadlines and constant distractions, I've never realised how amazing it feels to be present in the moment and focus on something so simple as breathing. After reading The Secret a few years ago I'm also very interested in the law of attraction, visualisation and positive affirmation. 

Something that never fails to make me happy is sleeping. My mum made me this gorgeous crochet blanket last winter and it is the cosiest thing ever. I wear it round my shoulders when I'm cold like a little old lady. I love being tucked up with a snack reading or watching something. In uni when we're doing the ice breaker 'what's your hobby' people answer really impressive things like 'playing the piano' or 'charcoal painting'. I say: 'lying down and watching tv' - #slothlife. 

I've been meaning to share this gorgeous Victoria's Secret makeup bag with you all for such a long time. I got it at the Glasgow Airport store for around £12. Truth be told, I definitely didn't need another makeup bag but I have a weakness for Victoria's Secret things. It's so lovely that I've actually just displayed it in my room since I bought it. I do that quite often with really beautiful products- use them as decor. 

Let me know in the comments what makes you happiest :)

Its the Little Things...

Hey Everyone!
When you're feeling a bit down, its essential that you have a kind of mental list of things to do that improve your mood. I've never really had one, but its been developing over the last little while and I thought I'd share the beginnings of it with you.  

1. Fresh flowers

I've never actually had a bunch of flowers until my mum bought me some a couple of weeks ago (how cute?!) I never realised how such a simple thing could brighten a whole room (and your mood.) I now want to have flowers in my room permanently- though I'm not sure how well that would go down with my hayfever.

2. Doing nails/ having pamper sessions

No matter how small or seemingly insignificant, looking down at nicely done nails or smelling new body lotion definitely improves my mood. Also, the time spent doing my nails is so relaxing.

3. Inspirational quotes

Ok, I realise sometimes there's a fine line between uplifting and cheesy, but I always manage to find a lil feelgood quote on Pinterest lying in bed at night. Wether you're looking for fitness inspiration or determination to succeed you can be certain that there are words written in fancy fonts against cute backgrounds awaiting in the realms on the web.

4. Lighting candles

If you read this post, you'll know I'm a big fan of candles. I'm working my way through this strawberry one pretty quickly, and although it doesn't quite live up to the amazing scent of my fig and herb, its still good to have a candle burning in the background when I'm studying or on my laptop. Also, while you're looking for a little cheering up, why not pure some good karma out there and send a friend a card or happy note. When I received this cute card from Melanie I was over the moon!

What are your best mood lifting tops?