Life is busy, we get it. In the middle of the busyness of life’s everyday routines, it’s easy to lose the magic. We get caught in the rhythm of work, family, household chores, and obligations — suddenly the week has flown by, and we’ve barely taken a moment to breathe.

At Whist, we believe that well-being isn't something reserved for special occasions. It should be implimented simply into every day. Thise moments can live in the little pauses, the soft lighting, the scent of something beautiful in the air. The magic is in the quiet rituals that gently bring us back to ourselves. And it starts with intention.

So I wanted to give some simple tips how to begin romanticising your everyday, no matter how ordinary it might seem.

1. Start and End Your Day with Scent

Of course I was always going to include scent as someone that is a passionate aromatherapist and candle maker. Scent can have such a powerful effect on the mind and mood. Beginning your morning with lighting an uplifting essential oil candle while you are rushing through the morning routine, — (I would recommend something citrusy or herbal) — can help energise your senses before you have had your first coffee. (try Re-Energise, First Light or Flourish)

Then, in the evening, when you want to signal to your brain to slow down, a grounding, calming scent like lavender, vetiver, or cedarwood can send that signal to your body that it’s time to wind down. Light a Whist candle as part of your evening ritual and let the soft flicker and essential oils work their quiet magic. (I would suggest Halcyon Hour or Be Balanced)

“Lighting a candle can be a small but significant act of simple self care.”

2. Create Tiny Rituals Around Everyday Tasks

Pouring your morning coffee, washing your face, tidying the kitchen — these can all become small acts of reverence when done slowly and with presence.

Try this: instead of scrolling your phone during your skincare routine, light an aromatherapy tealight candle, put on a soft playlist, and treat it like a moment of connection with yourself. Use a beautiful facial oil to give your skin a massage to help your skin glow. You'll be amazed at how even two minutes of mindful attention can change your energy. Whist loves - Luna Drops from Neve Wellness

3. Make Space for Pause — Even Just Five Minutes

We often tell ourselves we’re too busy to rest. But what if self-care could happen in tiny moments?

Pause for five minutes at your desk and breathe deeply. Read just a few pages of a book in your lunch break. Step outside with your tea and breathe in nature. Stretch in the living room with the lights dimmed. Put your phone firmly in your pocket when you walk the dog and really see where you walk on your route. These small resets matter. They help you return to your day with more clarity and calm.

4. Dress Your Space Like It Deserves Romance

A little effort goes a long way in making everyday surroundings feel special. Try fresh flowers on the table, making your tea in your favourite mug in the cupboard, soft lighting, floaty fabrics,  and of course — a beautiful, nature-inspired candle that scents the space with elegance. Never save your candles "for best". You deserve to be thought of as best.

Romanticising your home doesn’t mean perfection — it’s about layering comfort and things that bring you joy into the everyday.

5. Celebrate the Ordinary

There’s beauty in the ordinary, if we’re willing to notice it. As the well known saying goes - there is magic in the mundane', and it is so true. Playing beautiful music while you journal for five minutes. The scent of a quiet moment on a balmy summer afternoon, windows flung open and soft breeze floating in. A solo al-fresco dinner set with care, just for you. Whist loves - Martha Brooke personalised journal

These aren’t indulgences — they’re invitations to live more fully.

At Whist, we’re passionate about helping you find stillness, moments of pause and beauty in the everyday. Our wellness candles are crafted with pure essential oils to support your mood, calm your senses, and gently elevate the moments that matter — even the ones that seem small.

Because your daily life is worth romanticising.