30 Ways To Stay Cozy

So how about this weather we've been having? Well let me tell you one thing, I love the rain and the coziness but I absolutely hate being cold; so creating a 'stay cozy' guide is definitely one for the books right?

Something about the rain just pleases me to no end, its 100% romantic and makes me feel inspired for some reason. Part of me wants to just lay here in my huge blanket and cuddle with Xena and Paisley, and the other part of me wants to go outside and stomp in the rain. So, today I did / am currently doing both. I know it sounds crazy but yes, I literally went outside in my boots and stomped around in the muddy puddles and let me tell you, it was so much fun I basically froze completely but its okay because, happiness.

Now for the cozy part of my day; as we speak I'm in bed bundled up probably more than I need to be and listening to calm music.  However, that's the best part about it, in order to be relaxed  and cozy you have to know that you have absolutely nothing to do. Make sure you have a completely relaxed state of mind. Being cozy and lazy starts with yourself; and with that being said..

1. Take a hot shower or bath. 
2. Dim your lights or use pixie string lights.
3. Make or brew a warm beverage.
4. Get in your fluffiest socks and pjs.
5. Use the biggest blankets you have.
6. Read a book.
7. Meditate in any way possible. (I use the app 'Headspace' and it puts me in the coziest, most relaxed mood ever.)
8. Listen to some soft peaceful music.
9. Put on a face mask.
10. Light a candle. (Or in my opinion, all the candles you own.)
11. Cuddle up with your fur baby or babies.
12. Listen to the sound of rain.
13. Catch up on some stuff you've been pushing to the side. (Reading, writing, blogging, drawing etc.)
14. Color.
15. Use Netflix or Hulu as a holy grail. Catch up on old shows.
16. Rewatch some of your favorite childhood movies / cartoons.
17. Snack, snack, snack.
18. Try cooking a new recipe.
19. Bake something.
20. Paint your fingers and toes.
21. Take a nap without setting an alarm.
22. Try some yoga or stretch.
23. Lay around in your robe and be fancy.
24. Pour yourself a glass of wine, champaign, or cider.
25. Look through old photographs or watch old videos.
26. Try a variety of hairstyles or new make up looks.
27. Teach yourself something new. (Calligraphy, wood work, scrapbooking, something creative.)
28. Read inspiring quotes or poems.
29. Use relaxing aromatherapy or chamomile lotion.
30. Have a fire going. (This is my absolute favorite and number one thing I love when trying to be cozy.) 

Here's a couple of the playlists I follow and listen to on Spotify when Im feeling cozy:

spotify:user:kalynnicholsonn:playlist:5exaPqk3YOLShW11OPN30r

spotify:user:kalynnicholsonn:playlist:2ufHhQrXKqZw7qAZ506Qbn

spotify:user:kalynnicholsonn:playlist:16AW2eY5Qy101GjrYwypf3

Hopefully you get a chance to dedicate a day to absolutely nothing. Its for-sure an amazing feeling, especially when the weather is crazy. Well anyways, enjoy your rainy day and Happy Blogging. xoxo.