dream your way through the last days of winter
Most people think sleep is something that happens to them.
What if it was something you could invite?
A winding down that feels peaceful.
A time to let go of the day and be open to deep rest and rejuvenation.
As winter comes to a close, these last cold, quiet evenings are a chance to lean into the stillness of winter. A lovely opportunity to slow down, turn inward and create a little more space for deep calm and rest. The perfect time to create a sleep ritual.
Preparing for a good nights sleep begins before bedtime, before you close your eyes. It isn’t just about turning off the lights and getting into bed. It’s about softly signalling to your mind, body and soul that the day is coming to a close and it’s time for rest.
My sleep ritual guide is an intentional way to transition from your busy day into a calm state that promotes a deep and restful sleep.
Your sleep ritual
a simple guide to switching off and sleeping well.
- Soften : start creating a soft gentle energy by dimming the lights and putting away anything that feels stimulating.
- Scent : use essential oils as a scent cue for sleep. Over time this will create a sensory signal that the day is over and it’s time to unwind.
- Slow down : breathe deeply to harmonise your nervous system and feel calm. Take a warm shower. Do your skincare. Make a cup of herbal tea or anything that helps you wind down.
- Set aside the day : let the days activities go, knowing you did your best and can pick up where you left off tomorrow. It might be helpful to write a list or journal your thoughts to release them.
- Surrender : settle comfortably into bed with the intention of a peaceful sleep.
Using essential oils is a powerful part of your sleep ritual, creating a scent association that will signal to you that it is time to let go of the day and get ready for rest. Essential oils can help you soften the edges of the day and give you permission to stop, let go and experience deep rest and restoration.
dream perfume oil is perfect for this
A blend of…
bergamot to relax and restore, enhancing balance and joy.
roman chamomile to deeply calm the mind, helping to reduce worry and overthinking.
rosewood to ground and centre, enhancing relaxation and serenity.
marjoram to calm and comfort, helping to reduce tension and stress.
infused in camellia oil along with rose quartz crystal for self love, harmony, healing, beauty, peace + love.
Serene, comforting and gently grounding it is designed to help sedate your nervous system, relax and settle your mind and emotions and soothe your mind, body and soul, Enhancing spirituality and inner serenity, it will help you unwind and promote deep and restful sleep that feels restorative.
As winter comes to an end there are still a few long evenings to savour, a few more opportunities to retreat, rest and dream before spring arrives.
So tonight, as part of your sleep ritual, take a moment to pause, gently inhale dream perfume oil and give yourself permission to just be, as you drift into a peaceful sleep.
Until next time,
Slow down. Switch off. Sleep deeply.
In health + happiness, Dee