Treat Yourself Like a Parisian Every Day OOH LA LA LUXE LIFESTYLE
SAVOR LIFE’S LITTLE LUXURIES. In Paris, the pace moves fast, but the people live in the present, slowing down to enjoy the simple pleasures of life, such as people-watching at a café, taking a break to read, or simply enjoying a light breeze. Savor the little things and give yourself technology breaks to enjoy the moment you are in. Luxury is synonymous with Paris, but you don’t need a huge budget to treat yourself. Instead of buying a designer handbag or Chanel suit, splurge on nicer sheets or a tasty pastry. LEARN, EXPLORE, REPEAT OFTEN. Parisians appreciate imperfections and lead authentic lives, prioritizing joy over self-criticism. Acculturate yourself by visiting museums, enjoying art often, and staying up to date on current affairs. You want to ensure you always have something interesting to discuss at a party or gathering. In conversation, develop your own witty style, expressing your opinions clearly and inviting others to join in. You can never have too many books on the shelf because they will grow your knowledge base and are excellent conversation starters.
Ooh la la! While we can’t all wake up to the twinkle of the Eiffel Tower or stroll past a boulangerie on the way to work, we can bring a little touch of Parisian flair to our everyday lives. From savoring the simple things (like delicious croissants) to adding some je ne sais quoi to your home, you can bring the best of French lifestyle trends into your world, no matter how many miles are between you and the City of Lights. CHERISH YOUR COZY CHEZ-SOI . Most Parisian apartments are small but feel like elegant chateaus. Embrace the maximalist style and add your own unique touches to your space. Parisian home design is about developing something uniquely you and
filling your space with your favorite things and comforts. Pops of color
and pleasant fragrances are French staples, so add fresh flowers to your table or find
candles with delightful aromas. Bonus points if the candle is a French classic like the popular Diptyque brand.
Don your best beret, pour yourself a café au lait, and get ready to add a little Parisian elegance to your routines.
Reset Your Resilience THE SCIENCE OF SELF-COMPASSION
Even in difficult and upsetting times, we have no greater cheerleader than ourselves.
In this month’s cover article, we discuss the importance of challenging or “teasing” our minds regularly to maintain mental agility. However, that’s only part of the story, as we also need to be true friends to ourselves in the process. Just as we’d encourage a friend or loved one to persevere in a tough situation or achieve their goals, our personal mental and physical health is often dependent on our capacity for self-kindness. Scientific research has shown that affirming our positive aspects helps strengthen our brains’ ability to properly understand and manage information about ourselves that we feed them. Whether we’re constantly down on ourselves or are always our most encouraging fan, our minds process that information as a reflection of our true selves. That said, there are many ways to incorporate positive thoughts about yourself into your daily life. First, start your day by writing down or saying three things about yourself that you appreciate. For example, you can remind yourself of how resilient you’ve been in the past and how well you will rise above today’s challenges, or you can remind yourself that your life is full of people who love and support you. You can also identify your special
qualities, such as your empathy toward others and the happiness you bring to those who love you just by being yourself. No matter how you affirm yourself, move forward with the knowledge that you are loved and love yourself. While these tools may seem too simple to be effective, know that science is in your favor! Not every problem in life can be solved with a few kind words to yourself, but it’s better to say them than not. Who knows … you may start to feel better about who you are and what you’re capable of by using these tools more often!
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