3 ways to survive and thrive this Blue Monday...

So here we go, we’ve made it to the third Monday of January, AKA Blue Monday, AKA the most depressing day of the year. As D:Ream would say, “things can only get better” right? Never ones to wish a day away though, here are our top 3 tips on how to not only survive, but thrive, this Blue Monday…

oli’s tip: get your heart rate up

Gyms (and more importantly golf courses!) may be closed but that doesn’t mean you can’t boost your mood, and your heart rate this Blue Monday. Elevating your heart rate, even if just for 20 minutes, will help your body to release vital endorphins, which naturally improve your mood and help you feel great for the rest of the day.

My favourite way to start the week is with just 10 minutes of hill sprints in our local field, but failing that a brisk walk along the canal does the trick too!

The most important thing is not to put any pressure on yourself - simply doing anything to get your blood pumping will release those endorphins and provide a more positive outlook for the rest of the day.

hannah’s tip: reach out to a loved one

Don’t panic, I’m not going to suggest a day of zoom quizzes, or a group Houseparty call - we can leave those in lockdown 1.0!

Whenever I need a little mood booster I’ll always give my Mum a call - family and friends just know how to lift our spirits don’t they? With everyone in the same boat right now and looking to pass the time, why not set aside an hour or two to call round to those people who never fail to cheer you up?

and finally: light a candle!

We all know that lighting a beautifully scented candle makes us feel better - but why?

According to Counselling Directory:

“The smell of scented candles stimulates the part of your brain connected to memory and mood. From boosting energy to relieving stress or even enhancing mental clarity, the healing properties from lighting a scented candle can deliver psychological effects.”

Whilst we all have our own favourites, here are our recommendations for our most mood-boosting scents this Blue Monday:

- The Norfolk - Lavender Fields - Lavender is scientifically proven to instantly relax both mind and body.

- The Sussex - Sage & Sea Salt - Sage not only smells beautiful but is a proven mood-booster.

- The Suffolk - Amber & Sweet Orange - Orange scents help to reduce stress.

- The Somerset - Apple & Fresh Fig - Apple scents help to control feelings of anxiety.

- The Cambridgeshire - Cassis & Black Vanilla - Vanilla lifts your mood and stimulates feelings of relaxation and joy.

Failing all of the above, let’s all remember that today is just another day - try not to buy into the blues and do whatever it is that makes you feel better, even if that’s doing absolutely nothing!

Have a great day - all our love,

A red rose and patchouli scented soy wax candle inspired by Lancashire is shown next to its sustainable candle box with red rose illustration

The Lancashire Candle

Candle | £25

Ditch the petrol station bouquet in favour of a rose-scented hand-poured soy candle. They last longer, smell better, and they are perfect for setting the scene for a romantic at-home date night.

Han-poured in small batches using 100% natural soy wax, this Red Rose & Patchouli scented candle is the perfect choice for a romantic date night.

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A luxury glass match bottle from the Home County Co. with Red Rose illustrated gift tag.

Luxury Match Bottle

Luxury Match Bottle | £15

The perfect accompaniment to a candle? Matches, of course.

As any candle lover will tell you, the act of lighting a candle after a long day is a ritual in itself. This elegant glass bottle filled with long-length safety matches is a beautiful accessory that will stand proud beside your red rose and patchouli soy candle.

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The Surrey Reed Diffuser

For a Valentine’s gift that will last, opt for one of our floral reed diffusers. The delicate lavender and chamomile fragrance of The Surrey diffuser will gently scent your home for 4-6 months, and the glass bottle itself can be used long beyond thanks to our eco-friendly refills.

A subtle and relaxing floral blend, The Surrey scent boasts notes of fragrant lavender, calming chamomile, and a gentle touch of sweet vanilla.

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The Shropshire 3-Wick Candle

What better gift to give your sweet pea than The Shropshire 3-wick? Inspired by the lush pink bloom that was engineered in the market town of Wem, our sweet pea scent has sweet, floral top notes and base notes of warm woods and vanilla.

With a burn time of 75 hours, our luxurious triple wick candles make for a beautiful centrepiece on your Valentine’s tablescape. A thoughtful and indulgent way of saying “I love you”.

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A 250g amber jar of dead sea bath salts scented with Sea Salt and Wood Sage

The Coast Bath Salts

Bath Salts | £14-20

A thoughtful gift for the one who does it all; treat your loved one to a long soak in a hot bath with our Dead Sea bath salts.

Inspired by the sea salt and wood sage scent of a coastal clifftop walk, The Coast bath salts are rich in essential minerals like magnesium to help soothe tired muscles and anti-inflammatory agents to reduce swelling.A thoughtful gift for the one who does it all; treat your loved one to a long soak in a hot bath with our Dead Sea bath salts.

Inspired by the sea salt and wood sage scent of a coastal clifftop walk, The Coast bath salts are rich in essential minerals like magnesium to help soothe tired muscles and anti-inflammatory agents to reduce swelling.

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