Spring is in the air: 5 activities to shake off the winter blues

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"No winter lasts forever; no spring skips its turn."

(Hal Borland)

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As we approach the end of the winter season, I am already looking forward to the arrival of spring. The temperature is rising, the daylight is getting longer, nature is awakening.

The change of seasons also provides a great opportunity to shift our routines. Here are 5 activities that will help you to make the most of the changing weather and welcome the new season with its blooming flowers.

🌼🌷🌼 Spring cleaning - For most of us, cleaning is probably not our favorite activity, but decluttering and organizing can help us freshen up our homes and create a clean environment for the new season. Trust me, you'll feel better afterwards, and it's kind of worth an exercise too.

🌼🌷🌼 Spring decor - It's time to replace all the wintry decoration and bring a touch of spring into your home by updating your decor with fresh flowers and some vernal decor.

🌼🌷🌼 Outdoor activities - It's getting light outside for longer and the temperatures are milder, allowing us to enjoy more outdoor activities. There will no longer be an excuse that it's already dark outside after work, which is something I'm really looking forward to. Whether hiking, biking or simply going for a walk, enjoy the fresh air, the sun and the beauty of nature.

🌼🌷🌼 Spring getaway - Whether it's a day trip or a whole weekend, exploring a new place or visiting an old one, embrace the adventure and switch off your mind during this time.

🌼🌷🌼 Practice mindfulness - Don't forget to take the time to slow down too. Pay attention to the sights, sounds and sensations around you. Enjoy the awakening nature, the beauty of the flowers. I personally can't wait for this, and also to listen to the birds and bees. It's so calming.

As we prepare to say goodbye to winter and welcome spring, there are endless opportunities to enjoy the changing landscape and reconnect with nature. From spring cleaning to outdoor adventures, there are countless activities to help you make the most of the transition and celebrate the arrival of this new season filled with growth, renewal and blossoming possibilities.

What activities are you looking forward to with the end of the winter season? Share your favorite ways to welcome spring in the comments below.

With best wishes,

E

Let's learn to dance in the rain

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„Life isn't aboout waiting for the storm to pass,

it's about learning to dance in the rain.”

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In my last post I went in for the weather and the changes in it which inspired me to make a selection of items with weather elements. Below you can find some lovely clouds and rainbows printed on shirts or backpacks.

1. Clouds T-shirt - Romwe

2. Rainbow Cloud Socks - Asos

3. Cloud Waterdrop Earrings - Sammydress

4. Cloud Print Tank Top - Romwe

5. Cloud Print Backpack - Asos

6. Children Clouds Print T-shirt - Banggood

7. Rainbow Patch Crop T-shirt - Romwe

Do you have clothes that have weather-related pattern? Share them or let me know your favourites from the picture in the comment section below.  :)

 

Lots of love,
E

Are you feeling the rain?

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"Some people feel the rain. Others just get wet." (Bob Marley)

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Some people are literally feeling the rain and other changes in weather elements. If for example the temperature, the air pressure or the humidity changes, a weather-sensitive person reacts with varying intensity to these changes. It means the weather can affect a person’s well-being. A few of the symptoms are the lack of concentration, tiredness, sleep disorders, dizziness, headache and migraine. They vary from person to person, one only feels tired, the other needs to take medicine to get through the day. It is said that the intensity of these symptoms increases with age or lower level of fitness. And at the same time, critics say that wheather sensitivity does not exist at all and the affected people just want to blame something else for their unhealthy lifestyle.

But why do some people respond to weather and others don’t? Somebody once told me, that sensitive people should feel lucky because it means that they are still connected with the nature. And it’s true, we are all a part of it.

Many animals can sense changes in weather in advance too. There are many articles that say, they response not only to weather changes but also to natural disasters like earthquakes.

Elephants for example can sense rain up to miles away. But if you are paying attention in your own garden or in the park, you will notice that bees are nowhere before rains which means that they probably feel it. If you are looking at the sky, take a moment and watch the birds. I learned it as a child that if they are flying low in the sky, it will probably rain. 

The question stays. What can you do about weather sensitivity? Some suggest to drink a lot of water, others say to spend more time outdoors in all kinds of weather or they recommend to take hot and cold showers but different oils like lavender might help too.

  Are you feeling the changes in the weather too? What do you do to lower the symptoms? Do you have a „secret” that helps? I’m looking forward to your comments. Have a lovely day.  :)

Lots of love,
E