January can be a difficult month for many people. The holidays are over, the weather is cold, and the days may seem longer than usual. So it’s no wonder that this month has been nicknamed “the January blues.” Fortunately, there are ways to beat the January blues and make the most of this time of year. From taking time to relax and practice self-care to setting achievable goals, there are plenty of strategies to maintain your mental health in January. With some effort and dedication, you can ensure that this month is positive despite its challenges. Take time to relax. January is a busy month, and taking time to let your mind rest and enjoy peace and quiet can be difficult. However, it’s essential to prioritize your mental health this month. Taking breaks throughout the day can make all the difference in your stress levels in January. Additionally, scheduling time…

* Thoughts with N is an affiliate for Amazon. This means that if you make a purchase through the blog, the blog may earn a small commission at no additional cost to you. It’s a small way to help keep the blog running and cover its expenses. I hope you enjoy these bed sheets and thank you for your support. Let me ask you something. When was the last time you changed your bed sheets? If you can’t remember, then chances are, it’s been too long! Today I’m sharing several reasons why you’re going to want to change your bed sheets today. But, before that – have you read my other blog posts surrounding home and must-have items? 15 Home Upgrades Your Home Needs 5 Ways To Make Visual Impact with Interior Design How To Create Your Dream Bedroom A Beginner’s Guide To Farmhouse Decor The Best Bed Sheets First,…

Hi! Welcome to my blog, and thank you for stopping in! Today I will share a wonderful small business called Wax and Wit Candles. If the name sounds familiar, it’s because this isn’t the first time the fantastic business has been on the blog! I also featured them for Father’s Day. Wax and Wit Candles is a small business that I encourage you to support this holiday season. The candles are made with soy wax which is better for both you and the environment. In addition, Wax and Wit Candles are long-lasting, biodegradable, and super easy to clean up once the candle is burnt out. Today I’ll share some amazing holiday gifts that make a terrific gift for everyone. Who doesn’t love candles? The holiday candles are my favorite. You’ll enjoy scents with clever names like Merry Christmas, Warm and Cozy, and Cinnamon Rolls with scents like cinnamon, buttercream frosting,…

Hi, hello! Thank you for stopping in at ThoughtswithN blog! Your support means everything to me. I hope every person reading this is doing wonderful and has arrived at this blog post well. Today, I’m sharing my secret to healthy, plump, young skin! The opportunity came knocking to try a product, and I must tell you, I’m hooked. The Body Shop Canada sent me a product to test out, and they were awesome and gave me a discount code for you guys! Use code TBSINF20 for 20% off at The Body Shop Canada! You guys also know I’m obsessed with accessories, and I bet you’ll find a lot you adore at my blog post all about accessories I’m loving – HERE! For skincare and make up I am a big fan of simple. (You can find all my make up essentials over here!) Enter The Edelweiss Skincare Range The Edelweiss Daily…

Hi! Hello! Welcome to my little space in this huge digital world!!! Thank you for putting time and energy into my space. I see you, and I appreciate you. You’re amazing. In today’s post, I’m sharing ten things I’m doing differently to improve my mental health. But – here’s a peeksy at a past blog post that could use some love. . . 32 Lessons In 32 Years – A list of birthday lessons you need to read Always stay genuine to yourself. It’s you that you have to live with for your entire life. You need to know you can count on yourself and trust yourself. Store a spare $20 bill in your wallet. You never know what kind of situation you’ll find yourself in where $20 can help get you out. Love yourself. But truly. Take time every single day to look in the mirror and spend time…

This post shares my morning routine hacks you NEED. It’s a tell-all, and I’m spilling the tea! a step-by-step guide to create the best morning routine.

I’m obsessed with ice-rolling! Have you tried it? Are you hooked? Not sure if you know this but it was recently my birthday!  (Naturally, I wrote about it and you can read it here) I am now officially 32 years old and still haven’t a clue what the heck I’m doing. But, that’s a story for another day! Haha So for my birthday, my husband gave me a gift card to buy whatever I wanted. I had heard about ice-rolling a bunch from The Skinny Confidential. But, I wasn’t 100% sold on it right away. I can’t say I’m a huge fan of taking something freezing cold and rubbing it across my face. I did do some quick reading about it and priced out the one from The Skinny Confidential and it was definitely out of my price range. An affordable option – I went on the hunt for an…

Sciatica is a word I never heard before recent. And it’s a word that I despise now. I’ve been struggling with sciatic pain since mid-November and it’s only gotten increasingly worse. Many nights I’ve woken up in tremendous pain, unable to put weight on my left leg. (Yes, I’ve been in touch with my doctor.) It’s disrupted my life. This nerve pain. It sends pins and needles through my bones and creates such pain that I can’t help but shiver. What is Sciatica? Well, basically the sciatic nerve runs from the bottom of your spine (I am not a doctor so please do not quote me on this,) to your toes. So it runs down your leg and into your foot. The thought in my case is that the nerve is pinched between the L3 and L4 plates in my spine. The pain started a while ago but became incredibly…

I honestly can’t believe I am already writing another one of these posts. Finally, an end to another pandemic year, and we’re moving into another one. 2021 has brought an immense amount of growth for me. Living through this pandemic has changed me in ways I never could have imagined. I usually spend time reflecting on the year and talking about the changes I’m going to be making, and this year isn’t any different. Read my past reflections here. Good Bye 2019  New Years Eve My Wishes For The New Year I think 2021 has been something I could never have imagined. As naive as it may sound, I never imagined that covid-19 would become what it is. My province is still under strict restrictions. It can sometimes feel cumbersome. Nevertheless, I am carrying this pandemic through each day while still living life. One of my goals for 2022 is…

When used as an adjective, FAT means to have large amounts of excess flesh. But, who gets to decide what enormous amounts of the flesh mean, and why does anyone reserve the right to judge? There is so much about my childhood that I only understand now in my adult years, and this is one of those things.  Fat, when I was a child, was BAD. In fact, it was worse than bad. And, it was something that I was taunted about EVERY SINGLE DAY. Although I wasn’t a very tiny girl, I was not ever obese, but the fact that I even have to say that says something too, doesn’t it? Would I have been taunted and made fun of if I was smaller? I remember that kids would poke me and joke that their hands got lost in all my lard. And then everyone would laugh. I felt…

Mother Nature reminded us this week of winter. We had a cold blast of winter over the last few days. I spent hours looking outside and pondering the beauty of snowflakes. How unique each one is. How sparkly each one is. What each snowflake is made up of. I watched as slowly, one by one, each flake melted and softened the grass. The grass that was once bright green now lay hidden under a thick blanket. A thick blanket of sparkles, chill and snowflakes. I have packed away my summer stuff now. Gone are the dresses and flip flops with beach-blown hair and straw hats. If you want to check out some of my favourite summer stuff this year read this one – Summer Beauty Essentials.  I thought I should post about my favourite winter items so far! Some of the links are affiliate links which means that should you…

AD| This is a sponsored post made possible by the brands mentioned below. Please click the name of the shop to visit, shop, and share.  The leaves are changing colour and the bright green is saying goodbye. Flashes of yellow and orange are all I can see. I smile to myself. . there is the odd fiery red and plumish purple too. Isn’t it amazing how beautiful Autumn is? And that it happens so naturally. I find such peace in Autumn. Today, particularly, is rainy. The forecast for the new three days is rain. And you know what? It doesn’t bother me at all. I’m craving the comfort of the raindrops falling, and the cool October breeze blowing through my windows. I want to see everything go to sleep, fall of their branches, and shrivel up. Nature gives us this blessing every year, and every year I just can’t get…