Gifts to Give Yourself (Because You Deserve It)

There’s nothing wrong with getting gifts for yourself, especially with the year we’ve been having. 

2020 shook up so many things in our lives this year. 

• It shook up how we date and how we work. 
• It made us appreciate our time and the people in our lives more. 
• It gave us more time alone to reevaluate how we want to show up in our lives.
• It made us slow down and allowed us to relook at our career paths. 

This year has been a year of self-discovery through new challenges. 

Challenges that have forced us to sit with ourselves and find ways to persevere. 

‘Tis the season for giving

So, as you start thinking about who to include on your holiday gift list, make sure to leave room in the budget for yourself!

You are not the same person you were at the beginning of the year. 

You deserve to celebrate how far you’ve come. 

Here are some gift ideas to give yourself this holiday season: 

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GIFT YOURSELF COMFORT

Elevated ‘stay at home’ clothes

We are spending more time at home than ever, and it’s easy to fall into a cyclical routine of wearing the same clothes over and over.

And it makes sense! We’re not going out as much right now, so no one’s really going to know (or care) how often you’ve worn that same WFH outfit. 

You deserve to feel your best at all times, though. So, why not elevate your everyday ‘stay at home’ wardrobe a bit?

Here are some ideas to get you started: 

• Savage x Fenty Pajamas or Lingerie
  • Check out this pink onesie I recently got from Savage x Fenty
• Buttery soft Lululemon Align Yoga Pants
• Cozy Barefoot Dreams Circle Cardigan 
• Comfy oversized Nike Crew Neck Sweatshirt
• House slippers that are extra AF – like these fuzzy Ugg Slippers 
• Soft brushed jersey pajama set

Relaxing self-care routine items

Get something that will level up your usual self-care routine. That could mean upgrading to a new plush bathrobe that you slip into after a shower.

Or, maybe there’s a new beauty item that you’ve had your eye on for a while now.

Treat yourself to something that makes you feel as if you’re at a spa. Something that will make your everyday routine feel a little more special. 

Check out some of these cult favorites: 

• Lush Bath Bombs
• Parachute Classic Bathrobe
• Face masks
  • Mediheal N.M.F. Intensive Moisturizing Sheet Masks
  • Origins Active Charcoal Face Mask
  • Lush’s Mask of Magnaminty
• Neck Massager
• Voluspa Candles 
• Slip Pillowcase
• Fancy (very expensive but SO worth it!) Dyson Hair Dryer

GIFT YOURSELF EXPERIENCES

Seasonal Activities 

Take time out of your routine and do an activity you can only do during the current season. Give yourself the time to enjoy all that this season has to offer. Do something you usually wouldn’t do or haven’t tried yet. 

Types of activities to look into: 

• Virtual concerts
• Drive-up movies and concerts
• Visit neighborhoods that have lights for the holidays
• Chop your own Christmas tree
• Build a snowman

New Hobbies

Gift yourself the time to try something new and start a new hobby. Purchase an online course to learn a new language or learn new skills through online classes on Skillshare. Or, go out and purchase a paint set and just get started! 

There are so many hobbies to try, but here are few ideas: 

• Painting
• Digital Art
• Learn a new language
• Learn calligraphy
• Learn how to cook
• Photography
• Make your own candles

I signed up for Skillshare back in March 2020 when we first went into coronavirus lockdown. Since then I’ve taken a variety of classes from design to doodling (yes, doodling!), and social media marketing.

If you’d like to check out Skillshare, you can use my link to get 14-days of Skillshare Premium free!

Go to: https://lifestylebyremi.com/staging/2326/skillshare to start your free trial today.

Sign up for a subscription box 

Do you tend to be a creature of habit? Try shaking up your routine a bit and sign up for a subscription box. Curated subscription boxes are a great way to try new items that you may not have purchased independently. 

Here are a few subscription boxes to check out: 

• Winc – receive a box of new wines curated by your preferences.
• FabFitFun – seasonal boxes filled with beauty, wellness, fitness, and fashion finds. 
• Bokksu – monthly boxes filled with Japanese snacks, candies, and premium teas sent to your door from Japan. It gives you a taste of the culture without having to travel anywhere. 

For additional subscription box ideas, check out this article from Harper’s Bazaar with 40 best subscription boxes to gift. 

Getaway for the weekend

Book an Airbnb for the weekend and relax in a new environment. Take time to go off the grid and disconnect for a beat. Reset your mind and soak up a new area. 

GIFT YOURSELF INSPIRATION

Books

A good book can transport us into different worlds and teach us valuable lessons about life. Treat yourself to books that will inspire, motivate, and show you how to be the best version of yourself. 

 Some book recommendations to stay inspired: 

• The Art of Living by Bob Proctor – Bob Proctor is a legendary business and motivational speaker. This book is a transcript of one of his most popular classes where he teaches you how to live life on your terms and pursue your dreams. 
• Becoming by Michelle Obama – Michelle Obama takes you back to her roots and shares how she became the woman she is today. She gives you insight into how she found her voice and power as First Lady and as a mother. 
• The Mamba Mentality by Kobe Bryant – This book is a master class for anyone wanting to improve their mental strength. Kobe walks you through how his mentality got him through the most challenging times and led him to great success during his 20-year basketball career. 
• Over the Top by Jonathan Van Ness – In his memoir, Queer Eye’s Jonathan Van Ness shares his deeply personal journey towards self-love and discovery as he grappled with depression, sexuality, self-esteem, and accepting his body. 
• You Are a Badass by Jen Sincero – This is a must-read book for anyone struggling with self-doubt. This book will help you identify and change those self-sabotaging beliefs ingrained in you so that you can pursue and create a life that you love. 

Spruce up your environment

Your environment can have an impact on your productivity and mood. That’s why you need to find a way to keep your place from feeling stagnant and uninspiring. Create a space that you want to spend time in and will inspire you.  

Ideas to improve the space around you: 

• Home office decoration 
• Add a new coffee table book
• Get seasonal decor from the new Hearth and Hand with Magnolia holiday collection at Target
• Support local artists and artisans by shopping small on Etsy
• Or, check online to see if your city has any holiday markets to explore this year

GIFT YOURSELF TIME

Spontaneous days

Decide to make an ordinary day not-so-normal. Find little ways to elevate your day, like going to a restaurant you typically only go-to for “special occasions.” Randomly, Facetime or call a friend to catch up. Live in the moment and savor every second of your day.  

Ideas to disrupt and elevate your “normal” day: 

• Order from your favorite restaurant 
• Treat yourself to a nice lunch or dinner – just because!
• Go out of the way to try a new dessert or bakery you’ve been dying to try
• Go on a day drive and take a new scenic route
• Randomly give your friends or family a call to catchup
• Visit a park or spend time in nature

Take a rest day

Give yourself time to relax and recharge. Take a day off of work to rest and do nothing if you don’t want to. Or maybe spend a day reading a book or doing a hobby that you’ve been neglecting.

IN CONCLUSION

You deserve to give yourself a little something this year, whether through retail therapy, new experiences, or simply time. 

I would love to hear from you guys! Leave a comment down below with how you plan to pamper yourself this holiday season. 

How are you planning to give back to yourself for making it through the tumultuous 2020?

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