Stepping into the New Year can feel somewhat anti-climactic. We often get overly optimistic, driven by the pressures of the "New Year, New Me" mindset, but when January's first week arrives, it can feel bleak and underwhelming. With a long wait until spring, we’re left feeling deflated. After such a busy few months in the lead-up to Christmas and New Year's, the quietness that follows can feel uninspiring.
I think we often forget that the winter months are when nature slows down—a time for rest and hibernation. Yet hustle culture pushes us to keep rushing, ticking things off our to-do lists, and constantly planning the next thing. Of course, we're back to work, and things are in full swing, but that doesn't mean we can't embrace a slower pace, savouring the calm and cosiness of the winter season. I thought I'd put together a little New Year's essentials edit of the things I personally use to get through this time of year — from soft loungewear to skincare and tea, all the small, simple pleasures to help stay organised and refreshed for a fresh start.
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