Morning Thoughts: Spring Break-ups and Self-Love

A leisurely Sunday Self-Love day.
I spent some time reading about Saint Nicks, lounging around in my favourite Aerie bralette, drinking my new favourite tea (country peach  passion - it reminds me of summer!) and I treated myself to some all natural Pacifica moisurizer (amazing natural brand!) in Indian Coconut Nectar which I picked up downtown yesterday. #littleluxuries

Alright friends, this post is a little different and a little more personal from what I've been posting. To me, Recycle Of Life is about more than just thrifting and recycling. It's about a lifestyle which encourages positive progress - in the house, in the mind and in the world. It's about finding the beauty in everything and promoting a healthy and happy lifestyle as well as new ways of thinking. I hope you enjoy! xo

#Beyourownbae

Ah, March. Tis the season for Spring cleaning and Spring Break-ups. 

Haven't heard of this one? 

Think about it. Every fall, school starts and people couple up to cozy down for winter. There's mitten hand holding, hot chocolate by the fire drinking and New Years kisses. Then suddenly, it's a new year, new you, and a fresh start in all aspects of life.

The Spring Break-Up is an annual occurrence for young lovers everywhere. It's the time of year where you're given the chance at fresh new starts and summer flings. 

 No, I'm not talking about myself (thaaaaaaank goodness). I have however noticed this with several of my friends right now and if you really think about it (go on, recall the times of year that you've had a breakup! I dare you.) - you might see it too. 

So this one goes out to all the broken-hearted sad-clowns out there. 

I know it's hard. 

I know how it feels to be bombarded with the Facebook updates about so-and-so's engagement or (yet another) wedding. I know how it feels to see all the Instagram pictures of happy couples or the infamous "bae" hashtags (cringe). I know how it feels to stand beside the couple on the train that just can't seem to keep their hands off each other (really - there's a hotel down the street, folks).  I know it leaves us all (especially on bad days) questioning our own relationship statuses and our own self-worth.

But here's the thing. 

Just because they're together, doesn't mean they're happy. 

AND

Just because you're alone, doesn't mean you have to be lonely. 

I am by no means condemning relationships. Relationships are fantastic! I do however believe though that in order to have a great relationship with anybody (romantic or otherwise), you need to have a great relationship with yourself first.

This means knowing yourself - your likes, dislikes, goals, values, dreams, and of course your flaws - knowing them, learning from them, and accepting them - and this takes time. This is why I recommend (even if you're in a relationship) that you set aside time to date yourself. You heard me right. Date. Yourself. 

Take yourself out and buy yourself a fancy coffee. Because you want to spend quality time with you.

Buy yourself flowers. Because you're fabulous (duh). 

Spend an extra few minutes in bed meditating and collecting your focus in the morning.

Wear something that makes you feel fantastic, and wear it for you. 

Put on some music and dance with yourself (Why, hello Beyonce).

Put on your sassiest lipstick and flirt with yourself in the mirror (How you doin'?).

Read a good poem or see a good film to inspire new emotions.

Cook for yourself a good meal and have that glass of wine.

Teach yourself something new.

Talk to that cute stranger.

Take risks.

We are all responsible for our own happiness. This is why I feel it's so important to spend some time alone so that you can create and develop yourself. Or re-develop yourself. Be your own bae. And if you're recently single, then now's an even more fantastic time to start. 

Life is meant to be lived, and you are meant to be loved.

And if all else fails... you can always get a cat. 

xoxo

Brittany