The concept

The concept of romanticising your life has little to do with romance; instead, it's about being present, recognising simple joys and making the most out of every single day. From savouring your morning coffee to practising gratitude to consciously taking care of our skin, we can romanticise life in many little ways and, as a result, change how we feel and see the world.

Trying to be present can take practice, especially when you're used to being on the go. But that's another reason why romanticising your day is so important; it can help us slow down and appreciate life in the moment.

So, whether you're new to this popular self-care concept or are already on the road to living your best life, we have some simple tips to help you romanticise your daily life.

Tip 1

Establish a morning routine that makes you feel good

Rather than hopping out of bed at the last minute and jumping straight into your busy day, give yourself time to start the day right. This will look different for everyone, and there's no right or wrong way; it's all about making it work for you.

For some, it could mean getting up ten minutes before the kids and making time for a quick skincare ritual. For others, it could mean fifteen minutes of yoga or meditation before breakfast.

Whatever you do, do with intention, stay present and savour the me-time.

Tip 2

Practice gratitude

Practising gratitude can help us to feel more positive emotions and relish good experiences. It can be a healthy habit that allows us to focus on the good in our life and make us more aware in the moment.

An easy way to introduce gratitude into your daily life is by starting or ending each day by jotting down a list of things you are grateful for. It could be simple things, such as a lovely chat with a neighbour, the fact you remembered to buy the milk you needed, or big things, like a promotion at work or your baby's first steps. Nothing is too small or too big to go on your gratitude list.

Start with at least three things, and go for it when you feel like listing more.

Tip 3

Invest in your skin

While skincare can often conjure up visions of creams and serums, your routine should begin from within. A balanced and nutritious diet is the first step to healthy-looking skin, hair and nails.

We know that while our collagen production slows as we age, our need for it only grows as our bodies become less efficient and we maintain a vibrant life.

A collagen supplement can be a great addition to your skincare routine. Vital Proteins Collagen Peptides formulas are unflavoured and odourless, making them versatile. They dissolve in hot and cold liquids and are bioavailable, meaning they can be easily digested.

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Tip 4

Enjoy your food

Cooking doesn't have to be a chore. In fact, some might even find that taking time to prepare a nutritious meal is a great way to fit in some daily me-time as it allows you to be present and focus on the task at hand.

Here's a little recipe inspo to help get you started:

Blackberry Chicken Collagen Salad

This delicious warm chicken salad is perfect for these autumn evenings, and with blackberry season in full swing, there's even a chance for some of us to get outside and forage.

Dressing Ingredients:

4g Blackberries
2 tbsps White balsamic vinegar
2 tbsps Extra virgin oil
2 tbsps Honey
2 tbsps MUSTARD
1 scoop Vital Proteins Collagen Peptide Powder

Chicken Ingredients:

Coconut oil
450g Chicken breasts

Salad Ingredients

8g Blackberries
1 Avocado, sliced
450g Lettuce
10g red onion, sliced
150g WALNUTS
10g Chives
114g Cherry tomato
Handful of fresh chopped basil and coriander

Method:

Dressing

For the dressing, mash all the blackberries down until you get a puree and combine with the rest of the ingredients until thoroughly mixed.

Chicken

Heat a medium-sized pan and add a scoop of coconut oil to coat the pan thoroughly.
Once the pan has heated up, add the chicken and continue to fry on hot heat. You want to ensure you cook each chicken side for 7-8 minutes.
Remove the heat and allow to cool.
Cut chicken into strips.

Salad

Chop all your salad ingredients and assemble them into a salad bowl.
Place the cooked chicken strips into the salad evenly.
Pour the dressing, and enjoy!

Tip 5

Notice what makes you happy (and do more of that!)

We're not talking about chilling out on a beach sipping cocktails here (although that is quite nice). We're talking about the little things day to day that make you happy. Romanticising life is about taking those moments, acknowledging them and fitting more of them into your life.

Maybe you love a cup of tea or coffee each morning. You enjoy the ritual of making it, using your favourite mug, and you give yourself enough time to sit down and drink it. That's romanticising life.

Maybe you have a favourite perfume, and every time you wear it, it gives you a boost, so you decide to wear it every day, even when you're just pottering around the house. That's romanticising life.

Or maybe, you treat yourself to a takeout once in a while, and you set the table and light some candles, fold some napkins and make it a boujee experience rather than just a takeaway. That's romanticising life.

However you choose to do it, be sure to slow down and savour each moment. Because you only get one life, it's up to you to enjoy it.