When the days get shorter, the air gets colder, and your to-do list gets longer, it’s easy to let your own self-care slip. Between school wrapping up, last-minute holiday shopping, and a calendar full of plans, sometimes you need to pause, breathe, and re-connect with yourself.

Here are seven cozy habits to help you slow down and recharge this winter — so you can actually enjoy the magic of the season.

1. Start your morning slowly

Instead of rushing out of bed and straight into your to-do list, take a few quiet minutes for yourself. Light a candle like Cozy Cottage and let its warm, spicy notes ease you into the day. Pair it with a cup of tea or hot cocoa and a short journal entry to set your tone for the day.

2. Set the mood with scent

Scents have a powerful way of grounding us. Spritz your space with the North Pole Room & Linen Spray to bring that crisp, fresh-outside feeling indoors — notes of Douglas fir and citrus instantly lift your mood. Or, if you’re craving something sweet and nostalgic, melt a Sugar Cookie wax melt while you wrap gifts or study for exams.

3. Take a screen break

Swap scrolling for something soothing. Journal, doodle, or simply sit in candlelight for a few minutes. The Winter Berry candle is perfect for this — its blend of cranberry and magnolia feels festive but calm, helping you unwind after a long day. Bonus: try Lily’s new colouring pages if you need a new creative activity. 

4. Romanticize your evenings in

You don’t need fancy plans to enjoy the holiday season — sometimes the best nights are the cozy ones. Dim the lights, grab your comfiest blanket, and light the Gingerbread House or Candy Cloud candle. Pop on a holiday playlist or your comfort show, and give yourself permission to do nothing.

5. Go for a winter walk

Bundle up, breathe in the cold air, and let nature clear your mind. When you get home, keep that feeling going by diffusing Woodland Whisper — with pine, cedarwood, and blue spruce — to bring that crisp, forest freshness indoors.

6. Make time for little luxuries

Pamper yourself with simple rituals — a warm bath with Citrus Snowflake bath salts, a cozy cup of cocoa, or a spritz of your favourite room spray before bed. These small things help you feel grounded and cared for, even on busy days.

7. Create your own calm corner

Create a cozy spot in your home just for you — your reading chair, your desk, or even your bed with soft lighting and a cozy blanket. Keep a candle, notebook, and your favourite scent nearby. When life feels chaotic, that space will always welcome you back.

✨ However you unwind this winter, the LLA Winter Collection is here to make your space feel warm, calm, and a little bit magical.