intentional living
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The Teacup Theory: Finding Joy in the Quiet Corners of Life
Some days feel like they’re pulling you in every direction. Dishes in the sink, emails piling up, the kind of noise that’s not loud but still manages to wear you down. And then, in the middle of it, you stop… Continue reading
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The Art of Doing Nothing: A Cottagecore Guide to Rest Without Guilt
Somewhere along the way, we started treating rest like a reward. Something we earn only after the to-do list is finished, the dishes are put away, the inbox is cleared. But let’s be honest, how often does that actually happen?… Continue reading
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A Sunday Soundtrack: Soft songs for slow hours and gentle light
Some Sundays are for catching up. Others are for catching your breath. This one is the latter. Lately, I’ve been leaning into the kind of Sundays that don’t ask much. The kind where you sip your tea slowly, let the… Continue reading
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How I Romanticize the Everyday (Even on Hard Days)
Some days feel soft and golden, the kind where the light hits the windows just right and the kettle hums like a lullaby. And then there are the other days. The harder ones. The ones where the dishes pile up,… Continue reading
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10 Slow Living Habits That Changed My Daily Life
The world often tells us to go faster. To be productive, efficient, and endlessly available. But somewhere along the way, I realized I didn’t want to move at that pace. I wanted my days to feel meaningful, not just full.… Continue reading
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April Mood Board: A Month of Soft Beginnings
April always feels like the quiet in-between, the tender space between winter’s final breath and the full bloom of spring. It’s the month where everything begins again, but slowly. Gently. With softness and grace. This month, I created a mood… Continue reading
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Spring Cleaning: The Cottagecore Way
There’s a softness to spring that’s unlike any other season. It doesn’t rush in, it tiptoes. It arrives with the scent of wet soil, the hum of bees waking up, and the promise of light stretching just a little longer… Continue reading
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A Slow Start to Spring: A gentle guide for easing into the new season
Lately, the sun’s been lingering a little longer in the evenings. The mornings still have that bite of cold, but there’s something different in the air—like the world is exhaling after a long winter. I’ve been cracking the window just… Continue reading
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Ideas For A Slow, Intentional Morning
This morning, I took a quiet drive to one of my favorite spots—a little bakery that’s tucked beside a small, sustainable farm. They make the best breakfast sandwiches and pastries, but it’s more than that. The space is filled with… Continue reading
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Cottagecore Living: 12 Ideas for a Cozy, Whimsical Life
There’s something truly magical about living slowly and simply, surrounded by nature, handmade things, and the comfort of everyday rituals. That’s what cottagecore is all about. It’s not just an aesthetic. It’s a way of being. A lifestyle built on… Continue reading
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