Today, Thursday, December 4, we’re taking a small step back.
With shorter days, colder weather, and the mental load of the holidays slowly building up, this is often the moment when we start craving a little more calm and softness.
Cashmere + Green Tea arrives right on time.
Fresh and luminous with notes of pomelo, sweet orange and grapefruit zest, soft and delicate at the heart with green tea, lotus flower and jasmine petals, then warm and comforting thanks to cashmere woods and oakmoss.
When we light it, it makes us want to do just one thing: create a tiny cozy ritual — no pressure, no big routine — just simple moments to feel better.
Here are a few easy, realistic ways to add more calm to your everyday when December starts feeling a little intense.
The cozy combo: tea + light reading
Try turning the end of your day into a small ritual: brew a cup of hot tea and pair it with something gentle to read — your current novel, a favourite magazine, or even a few pages from an inspiring book.
The goal isn’t to read for hours, but to:
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slow down the pace of the day
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unplug from screens
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give your mind 10–15 minutes of calm
With your candle softly burning nearby, this simple moment becomes a true little mental reset.
Easy journaling (10 minutes)
No need for deep journaling sessions or big reflections.
Set a timer for 10 minutes and answer these three simple questions:
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What felt good today?
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What can I let go of tonight?
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What do I need for tomorrow?
Just a few lines are enough.
This small ritual helps release the day, quiet repetitive thoughts and gently recentre your mind.
A breathing technique that actually works (3 minutes)
When stress starts creeping in, try heart coherence breathing — a simple and proven technique:
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Inhale for 5 seconds
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Exhale for 5 seconds
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Repeat for 3 minutes
This directly supports the nervous system by:
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reducing stress
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slowing down racing thoughts
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restoring a quick sense of calm
Perfect to do on the couch or in bed before falling asleep.
Your quick cozy corner
Before settling in to watch TV or fully unwind, take two minutes to prepare your space.
Because well-being isn’t just about resting — it’s also about the ritual surrounding rest.
Grab a blanket, turn on a soft light, make a warm drink, light your favourite candle… These tiny gestures completely transform the experience. You’re no longer just “plopping down on the couch” — you’re intentionally creating a cozy, comforting moment for yourself.
Setting up your space before relaxing helps your brain disconnect faster and naturally shift into rest mode. Even 15 minutes in this kind of little bubble can calm the mind, lighten mental load, and turn an ordinary evening into a truly soothing pause.
Lighting: a detail that changes everything
Before sitting down to relax, take a moment to soften the lighting:
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turn off harsh overhead lights
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use lamps with warm light
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light one or two candles
It’s amazing how this simple shift instantly changes the mood of the room.
Your living space becomes gentler, cozier — and your moment of rest starts even before you sit down.
Self-care, the simple way
In all the holiday frenzy — endless lists, dinners to plan, gifts to buy, and the year-end rush — it’s easy to forget to keep a little space just for yourself.
Cashmere + Green Tea reminds us of exactly this: there’s no need for complicated routines to feel better — just small, intentional moments to slow down and breathe.
And to complete your cozy ritual, we invite you to play our Advent Playlist, thoughtfully curated to perfectly accompany the candles from the calendar and create that soft, comforting holiday ambiance.
