Hey ghouls!
Do you feel as though your life is being controlled and taken over by the evil spirits or dark forces of life, like school and work? Don’t worry, you aren’t alone. Us ghouls must stick together if we want to get through this spooky season looking as boo-tiful and spell-free as possible. Here are some tips that you can use to make your October have more treats than tricks.
Baking Seasonal Goods
Try these Boozy Screamsicle Shakes
Disclaimer: This shake has booze in it. To get excited for Halloween, invite your friends over to create these spooky shakes (either alcoholic or nonalcoholic).
A twist on your regular s’mores. Made to dip your favorite snack item. The best part of this is that you can reheat when you get the sweet tooth.
An easy way to enjoy the Halloween spirit. Made with white chocolate bark, the easiest thing to make from scratch.
These cute little creatures were created to be easy to make, but get you in the spirit.
These delicious and easy brownies will festivise your box.
Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies:
A cookie that you can use throughout the whole season. These cookies will be your go to for the rest of Fall.
Light a Fall Scented Candle
Here are three different scents to fill you room with fall scents.
Drinking your favorite Fall Drink
Try… Chai Tea Lattes, Pumpkin Spice Lattes, Hot Chocolate, Chamomile Tea, Apple Cider, Mulled Wine. Click for more drinks.
Watch Halloween Movies
For a cozy night in, check out my last article for Halloween movies inspiration. Grab your favorite snacks, put on your comfiest pj’s, and play your spooky film.
Do a Face Mask
You can purchase a face mask from Ulta and Target, both can find results for you specific skin type and your concerns.
Take a Nap
Taking a nap can give you the sort of energy that you get from a cup of coffee. By treating yourself to at least a fifteen-minute nap you can feel refreshed and energized to complete the rest of your day.
Buy New Fall Clothes
Cleaning your closet from the new and replacing it with the new can bring a sort of excitement for the season. Having outfits to slay your days can give you a newfound confidence, even for the whole Autumn season. These clothing brands are ethical and not fast fashion.
Try New Hobby
Sticking to the same routine everyday can be boring. Starting a new hobby every month can give you a sense of purpose or even give you a happiness that your daily routine doesn’t give you. Exercising, journaling, baking, creating jewelry, reading, taking pictures, or even going outside for a walk or to breathe in fresh air.
Spend Time with Your Loved Ones
Surrounding yourself with the comfort and love of those who care the most for you, is the most important of self-care. By spending time with them you are healing your mental and emotional health. Spending long days alone takes a toll on an individual, but by having time to spend with those who love and support you is the most self-love you can give yourself.
Unplug from Technology
Being in an era filled with technology, many can get consumed with everything it brings. By unplugging from your phone or any type of tech you have at home, you are able to see your life in a new light. Maybe you will find a new hobby, you can spend time with your loved ones, you can practice self-love, and find a new purpose in life.
Here are some YouTube videos for you to get inspired to create your own self-care plan.
Using these self-care tips, you will be the most fa-boo-lous ghoul of all of Halloween. Every witch, vampire, and zombie are going to be jealous of you this season. Many will think “It’s all just a bunch of hocus pocus,” but you chose to be the ghostest with the mostest.