Ingrid's Top Ten Happy Holiday Gift Ideas

It’s that exciting time of the year again!
How I love the holidays: it's a time to share meals and snuggles with our loved ones. It’s also often an opportunity to take a few days off and take care of ourselves, catching up on our reading, seeing friends and family, participating in some outdoor activities…
 
One day I hope to find my book 21 Days to Happiness on "Oprah’s list". What an awesome accomplishment that would be!

In the mean time I was thinking, while I wait for the good news from Oprah's people, why don’t I share my own happy gift list with you? Here are 10 things you can buy as a way to say, "thank you," or, "I love you," to someone you appreciate or...why not, from you to you!
 
These 10 gifts, if combined, would make a perfect "happy day" during the holidays. Picture this…

#1: A pair of comfy pants for her ​or for him like these are the first thing you want when you wake up.

#2: Then, turn on your "happy light" for an extra boost of positive energy!

#3 and 4: Next, use a few drops of high-quality essential oils and this fabulous diffuser. These are 6 basic essential oils and this is the diffuser I use myself-- it's so practical and creates just the right mood!

#5: Before you do anything else, how about a hot treat to warm you up? Use a cool mug for him or for her for your morning coffee, tea, or warm lemon water. Ahhh! So good.

#6: Next, use this smiley face pan to make eggs or pancakes. I have a great healthy, simple recipe for mine: 1 egg, 1 mushed banana and a scoop of protein powder. Yum!

#7: Enjoy your breakfast while listening to this classic bossa nova album by Astrud Gilberto…instant vacation!

#8, 9, and 10:  At the end of your day, make yourself a hot spa bath…pure heaven! Add a bath bomb to your hot water, light a non-toxic candle, et voilà! Instant at home spa! I use this bath caddy. You can even add a glass of wine.

#11: Bonus! Soak in the tub and enjoy a few pages of my book, 21 Days to Happiness.

Acts of kindness are one of the best ways to increase your happiness and the happiness of those around you. Why not pick a few things from my list and share them with those you love-- or spoil yourself this holiday! Nothing wrong with a little self-care sprinkled in with your holiday giving. Remember, happiness is contagious. So when you feel great, you spread even more happiness!

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