everyday self-care at my cottage - simple steps to start my day
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- Опубліковано 3 лис 2022
- a morning beauty routine at my cottage - simple steps to start my day
This morning I wanted to share a bit of my simple morning routine, it's only a few minutes of tidying myself up for the day, but it makes a huge difference for me, a small but meaningful accomplishment that starts my day out on a better note. Not everyone gains much from having a morning routine, but for me it helps start things off peacefully. I forgot to film putting on my moisturizer and sunscreen, but I linked below the products I use. Hope you enjoy the other autumn adventures I got up to, sending much love.
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Skincare I use:
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I use a pea sized amount of Differin every night. My dermatologist recommended it and I didn't see results until about 6 months in, but I'm now acne free (more or less) and I use it every day: amzn.to/3DXpHvk
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That's it, super simple, but it's really helped me as well as stress management and eating a well rounded diet.
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*snowberries are mildly toxic and contain saponins found in other foods we eat, I and friends agreed it would cause no harm to use as a removable decoration (no one ate them), but if you disagree I totally understand and definitely don’t use them! For more information: archive.seattletimes.com/arch...
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I'm from Kyiv, Ukraine, and your videos, your voice, your choice of footage and music, that all make me so relaxed and free from stress for few hours. Thank you so much!
Keeping you, your family and all of Ukraine in my heart. Sending so much support and love. ❤️
@@lianahart24 Thank you so much! We feel this support from the whole world and it makes us stronger!
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Sending you love, Kiev, from the USA.
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"What's the interesting thing about you will never be your appearance". Thank you for this. A lot of us deal with appearance issues and body insecurities. This feels like a gentle reminder to work on building our characters and personalities above beauty. Paola, your wisdom truly intrigues me.
Thanks for that, I missed it and found it at the end of the video.
Paola! I beg of you to create a children’s book of stories with illustrations! And definitely include the snow fairy winter tale in it ❤🥺
Also would love to hear the story/ inspiration behind your art prints 🖼️
And pretty please make more bookish videos 📖
You truly are beautiful. I love your walks through nature, your choice of music and your filming is exquisite. Everything about you and what you do is soothing. Thank you for the lovely way to start my day!
I agree whole heartedly!!!
You are truly right….😊
I think we're all here for different things; the dry humour, soothing voice, nature walks, the doggie, creative moments captured on camera etc. Me, I'm just here for the kitty cat. 😺 A glimpse of her happy-looking self does wonders for my spirits.
well said. :)
Watching her videos is calming. :)
Me too xD so big sweet cat
Couldn’t agree more with your comment Gracie. I love all of the above about these videos and also adore the precious little kitty that is growing so fast! 😻
I love it all 😊
I really love how you use nature in every aspect of your life to decorate and nourish your living. It is so beautiful to witness that joy!
Hello everyone! I filmed this video in the wee early hours so it was a bit dark, but so is November in general, so we are quite seasonally appropriate I think! This video is quite simple, just starting with what I like to do in the mornings - I don’t do much now that I cleared up the last of my skin complaints, but tidying up a bit each morning helps me feel positive and prepared for the workday. Hope you enjoy ❤️ I had a big project I was working on that I didn’t get done this week so I made this little short film instead, hoping to share what I’ve been up to with you soon! Much love
*snowberries are mildly toxic and contain saponins found in other foods we eat, I and friends agreed it would cause no harm to use as a removable decoration (no one ate them), but if you disagree I totally understand and definitely don’t use them! For more information: archive.seattletimes.com/archive/?date=20060301&slug=gardeneaston0301
Thank u, i really enjoyed 🤎
Lovely video ♥️
Paola, did you ever experiment and try to make your own skincare? I totally did, and it made my skin so much worse. It seems like it's going to be so fun and cost effective, until you break out even more. Paula's Choice has personally really helped me and my skin. Much love! Btw, what blush do you use in this video, cream blushes are my favorite 🙂
@@rachelerickson7321 I do not make my own, except some hand cream, nothing for my face. Only what has been tested for people with eczema and approved is what I use ❤️ I’m glad you have found some great items to use! I will have to try that!
I love your humor. I too am a squirrel. I have 2 pairs of glasses, one for reading and one for driving. As of now, I can see only perfectly at the ends of my fingers, that's where my computer screen is.
When I see your notification, I am in a quandary as to whether take the time to make a cup of tea and watch or watch right away. I got lucky today. I had just sat down to a cup of tea when the notification came up. ❤
*_Your videos helped me relax during the height of the pandemic when I felt really anxious... and I thank you for that._* 🙂
Same here
I watch Paola’s videos as my nighttime routine. They give me peace before I go to bed 😊
Me too
Did anyone ever watch the TV show "little bear" in the 90s? This gave me major little bear vibes! Soooo relaxing and sweet 🥰
Oh my goodness, you’ve just given me such nostalgia! You couldn’t be more right!
I found it on UA-cam! My children loved it when they were small.
Love little bear!
Oh yes!! Little Bear was my family’s favorite. The sweet mother’s calming voice, (like Paola’s), their little cabin in the woods, baking cakes or taking a bubble bath…they always gave us a peaceful & joyful feeling, like Paola’s lovely videos!🐻🥮🧡
Paola, you are so adorable. You have touched so many of us with your kindness and pure ways. Thank you for being you ❤️❤️❤️
Amen!!!
My mother died one month ago today. I’m so grateful for these videos and how peaceful they are. They lend a tremendous amount of perspective. I too long for a very simple life. Thank you for providing some comfort
I, too, have had the experience of finding a bee stuck in my thick hair hours drive after having been out in the forest, and thought the same - what a frightful, unexpected, and exhausting experience that must have been for that tiny creature! 🐝
At least I now know there are other bees out there that can share that common life experience! 🌻
You are a natural beauty my goodness ! I’ve always had extremely oily hair and skin and as a teenager no amount of make up would stay on my face. Having an oily scalp would make my hair gleam with shine. I also have thick, black hair, but alas straight. As I aged I noticed my skin was wrinkle free, and now that I’m in my 60’s, my skin is finally drier, but youthful looking. My hair is still thick but has gotten wavier ! So your body, skin and hair can change as you age. I was excited when I saw your video posted a few minutes ago and I was happy, happy ! You are in my opinion a natural beauty, and also have an enchanting spirit ! I too love vintage item, glass, jars, porcelain you name it ! Have a most amazing day my friend ! And I bet your spice cake was delicious and I loved the floral decoration on top of it. Warm wishes to you from rural Ohio !
This is so beautiful- I just clicked on the video as I was starting my own morning care. I give myself a short time every morning, and it has become a self love ritual. Just simple things, like moisturising my hands and face, a little concealer, but I light a candle and use this special time to set an intention for the day. We all have beauty- no matter our age, the shape of our body or features. Nourishing our skin nourishes our soul- and that is beautiful too. I rub my feet with coconut oil and thank them for carrying me so well, nourish my hands for the work, healing and love they communicate, and tenderly apply cream to the wrinkles on my face. For I am old, but the lines on my face reflect a life of laughter and pain, happiness and grief- but it is my face- and I wouldn't have it any other way. In having self compassion we can love ourselves and others more deeply.
Beautiful comment! I love the gentle sentiment.
Thank you, Sandra. Sometimes I feel a bit alarmed about my ageing body. I'm 2.5 years in remission from breast cancer so far and the med I take makes me tired. I feel so much younger inside than I look. You remind me to treasure this time in my life, and to keep loving this body as it ages. Bless you.
@@Carolmaizy Look how your body is serving you- healing from a serious illness, carrying you forward in health.No matter how your body looks it is beautiful- like the soul inside.
Aw❤ you have no idea how much this just made my day! I grew up in a log cabin in the woods just like this and we’re saving money to buy that place back off my dad! Honestly, I can’t wait to get back to it…I’m so sick of a modern lifestyle! I miss the happiness of pure simplicity❤
I was thinking while watching this, your voice would be so perfect for recording poetry or children's books. You have the gift to relax those listening to you. I know exactly what you mean about thick hair, in my elder years, I just braid mine, it's so heavy. They'll tell you it will get thinner when you're older. I'm still waiting at 81.
You should do a show of all your favorite things, That would be awesome
Hi Paola, thank you for keeping me calm when the turmoil inside me is unbearable.
You are a sweet girl and very encouraging to all who watch you.I am in my 70s I am retired horse breeder,farmer,I am also an artist I work With oils and ceramics water colours when I am out and about weather is better here in Australia so the vedges,flower plants will get a makeover.I am also a servicer of terrible parent abuse which has caused so many problems.Look how many years it has taken me,I am originally from England,I wish I had people like you to watch,don't listen to negative people you are a warrior we are warriors .Lydia
You may not realize the simplicity of your perspective is so spiritually refreshing ...I'm a Christian and watching your videos is just like going to church...lol. True though. For me, church and your videos are good for my soul. Keep being a little light. Gracias, Chica!
People who watch your videos repeatedly say that they get so much from them spiritually, emotionally, mentally. To me, they are part of my morning routine before I meditate and journal. Thank you for being you and for creating these most sensitive and hygge videos.
Your spirit is so gentle and healing, thank you for sharing your energy and being with us.
There are so many thirsty souls eagerly waiting for your artistic visual!
Lovely way to start the day. Love what you said about external appearance being the least interesting part of us. It's our "inner" that animates our outer appearance and makes us glow! Thanks for another beautiful video. p.s. i had acne in my thirties and it is an interesting journey out of it, mainly de-stressing for me.......
None of my sisters talk to me so thanks for being like a cyber friend and giving me inspiration!
Paola, you are beautiful inside & out. I love your videos. Your talents and abilities amaze me! You create beauty with everything you touch. I am genuinely so appreciative of the calm and peace your videos exude. This is the best break I have taken in days. Gratitude 💗
Love this time of the year. So peaceful after a busy summer
It's just.... so cozy to just watch you ... in midst of chaos!..
This young woman is an angel , so calm and always take care of others !!!
I can’t sleep so I’m watching your videos it’s so calming
Making a cup of tea or coffee is a little ritual that I very much cherish and starts my day off right.
But our external appearance is part of the package and a wonderful package it is! I love how you do your hair. It's very pretty. I love your voice, the nature walks with your dog, your sweet cat, the food, your home. Everything and it says simplicity yet elegance.
This was so relaxing! Having routines like this really help me with my overall anxiety..thank you so much for sharing. Would love to see a nighttime routine too! 💜☀
Same here! I found having a routine - even a few minutes - really helped me stay calmer throughout the day ❤ glad it does the same for you - warm wishes
😂I’ve heard of a bee in your bonnet, but never of a bee stuck in your hair! Oh my! So relaxing to watch your nature walks, and there is something so soothing when you bake; simply adding each ingredient in its own little special container. Just that little attention to detail makes me smile. I believe you and Tasha Tudor would have been great friends! Your simple lifestyle and love of nature remind me of her. Thank you for each enchanting episode!
Someone in the comments below suggested your writing illustrated children's books. I second that and a story about the bee trapped in little girl's hair would be absolutely charming! (When I was younger and had lots more hair, I came home from a hike, was combing out my hair and a caterpillar dropped out! )
May the kindness and abundance cover us all.
Every time she talks yes I know it sounds cheesy but it soothes my soul.
Paola.... you exhibit peace..... your style is adorable 😍....
Simply love your vlogs....
Your Channel is soothing... peaceful....
And identifiable....
Greetings from South Africa 🇿🇦
I Love hearing you every day makes my day beautiful just like YOU.
I’m extremely near sighted
I was in 5th grade when I got my first glasses. My mom felt so bad because when I put them on I said “I didn’t know our walls had lines on it (paneling)”. I also struggled in school to tell time and read the board 🤷🏻♀️. Truthfully I’m the last of 6 and sometimes I’m forgotten - 😬. I didn’t complain because I didn’t know I couldn’t see. I’m basically useless without my glasses. Have a wonderful weekend.
Your not forgotten,
You are Loved!!!
Blessed Be🖤
My mom was 16 when she got her first pair of glasses 🕶️; she didn't know there were individual leaves on the trees!!! So 😭, but 😊 she finally got the glasses.
Aloha,
Sue 🌺💜🦋
I watch your videos to be inspired to take good care of myself and be mindful. And once again, you provided exactly what I wanted. I also had acne in my early-mid 20s (before I ever went to therapy/had my experiences validated by another human being), and it's much better now, but I realize I still am not taking joy in caring for my face... and I want to be more mindful about that.
How different world 🌎 what a peaceful and beautiful video i feel tired working on the field but your video give me peace and strength respect a lot 🙏 from India
Your kitty has grown so much!😻.I believe a house is not a home without a cat. .. I look forward to your videos so much. They are a wonderful repreve in this chaotic world. 💕
You are my absolute favorite. You inspire me so much. Thank you for being here.
You make me feel amazing with your baking, decorating, fuzzy kitten…now cat, and your soothing voice. I love the positive vibes! Thank you, beautiful one!
how much i love these vidoes! give me peace like a asmr ❤😅
You are so beautiful, elegant and classy young lady, Paola❤️. Such a perfect role model for girls. Always enjoyable to watch your inspiring and calming videos, with soothing gentle voice of yours😘❤️
paola is the most elegant and natural
Literally nothing better than waking up and playing one of your videos to start the morning 🙂
Thank you so much for sharing your cozy routine! Your wreath looks gorgeous, and I adore your glasses! Thank you for always sharing your amazing videos, I send you much love and happiness! 💖
I struggle a lot with multi-tasking and taking time to "single-task," slow down, and really be and enjoy the present moment for all that it is. Your videos are one of the few things that help me do this. Your content, message, education, and creativity truly inspire me and bring me back to parts of myself that have gotten bogged down in the bustle of every day life. Thank you so much for doing what you do
Same, friend.
You are truly a beautiful soul. Your voice , your surroundings, your videos, and all that great background music. The topics you share and express yourself about in these videos are truly inspiring. A big thank you for just being you.
I really appreciate your videos. I either watch them in the morning while I'm having coffee and knitting or a bedtime when I'm ready to knit and get sleepy
Love your simple & calming morning routine it's such a perfect way to start the day I also do the same quiet morning routine. Spice cakes are the best smell so good & the batter does taste so wonderful. Thank you for sharing your morning routine ....have a great weekend. 🍂
"The most interesting thing about you will never be your external appearance." Love that!
A beautiful beginning of the day ! Thank you Paola 💕🌷
I was having a stressful morning and just seeing you had loaded a video instantly made me relax ...your cinematography and voice are so relaxing. Just beautiful.
I've also had a random horrible year if nonstop skin battles. So i appreciated the solidarity in knowing I'm not alone in that
Differin worked wonders for me too. It completely cleared my acne. I enjoy your videos so much. They are so calming. Enjoy the holidays.
Love your hairstyle look.It’s so pretty. Hope you can make some hairstyles tutorials videos in the future. Sending love from Canada 🇨🇦
I love watching The Cottage Fairy very much, it calms me and sets the tone for my day..Thank you!
I was wondering if when you put some words on the screen that you could leave them up for a longer period?
I consider myself a fast reader but not fast enough to read the longer messages!...much love and peace to you my friend!
I enjoy the nature walk in the woods and love the wreath you made. It's wonderful to listen to you embracing the seasons and enjoying what that season offers us. Bless you for your wonderful videos 💖
I also had severe acne, even into my adulthood. A makeup artist at Sephora told me to treat my skin as sensitive skin, cetaphil cleanser, hyaluronic acid serum, and straight argan oil (Josie maran saved my skin), any korean spf, isntree is a great one on Amazon (Korean made spf never breaks me out), and after about 6 months I was clear. I’m in my 40s now and just as diligent. I also have super thick hair, thinning shears became my best friend. I Love your channel ❤
Great surprise for a Friday!!!!! ❤❤❤
“All her life she had believed in something more, in the mystery that shape-shifted at the edge of her senses.”
― Eowyn Ivey, The Snow Child
Oh, I adore that book!
Your story about the bee was so wholesome and funny. That really made my day!
I just appreciate and love you Paola. While you can never be a physically present friend I count you as my kindred spirit friend🌷💕 Blessings to you love 😘
You make us feel good
Simply beautiful! I am always amazed at how your videos help me to slow down and enjoy the simple things in my everyday routine. I am always calmer after watching. Thank you for sharing!
It's great to have someone mirror the need for slowness back to us, isn't it? It's my natural inclination but the world tries to make us speed up.
@@flowergirl7260 Yes it is!
This is a nice yet peaceful video to watch. May God bless you in all your endeavors.
Beauty comes from the inside out. That's why you are so beautiful. Your joy & peace & serenity shine through! Whatever happened with your skin, it is flawless now. Kindness is love and you have an abundance of that! Those of us who have suffered from various disorders and worked hard on dealing with and changing ourselves, are the better for it. They say what doesn't kill us makes us stronger. I also believe it makes us more empathetic. It's an ongoing battle but one day at a time it does get easier. Thank you for sharing your experience, strength and hope!
You help me relax and feel cozy in the evenings! Thank you for creating, and sharing parts of your life with the world. :)
Of course the bee 🐝 went to your hair !!! You’r so sweet 🥰 ...
saludos Paola ! Desde Virginia ...
Thank you for demonstrating to so many young women and the not so young like myself, "the most interesting thing about you will never be your external appearance". Beautiful!
Your videos are beautiful and so calming. And you are so lovely inside and out. Thank you for sharing yourself, your thoughts and your life with all of us.
Skin issues are almost always diet/gut related. It’s a shame most doctors won’t tell you this or don’t even see the relationship themselves. They are trained to write prescriptions.
My adult acne (along with all the other autoimmune issues and joint pain I had) cleared up entirely when I changed my way of eating from many years of mostly plant based to now mostly animal based food (some call it zero carb or carnivore or ketovore).
I have incorporated this lifestyle for over 4 years now and my skin and overall health is the best I’ve had in 30 years. I’m 65.
Blessings to you! 😇
I wait for the whole week for your video. I love your work, your personality, your talent, your beauty, your cat, dog, everything!
If anyone is having problems with acne, the only product that solved mine was a product called Exposed Skin Care. It’s a company from USA so I have to buy it from Ireland. I used hundreds of products before but didn’t help. I was also on accutane but my acne came back after I stopped taking it. Now, I acne free. No more pimples even during my period. The best acne treatment for me!
You are so very beautiful. Your hair is equally beautiful. You are a kind, gentle and caring soul, and I love your videos. I always enjoy watching how you style your home...so natural and simply gorgeous.
I can just imagine you as a sweet grandmother whom her children and grandchildren will always remember for her soft voice, her delicate features, and her cooking. ❤🥧
I often watch your videos before falling asleep. They are so calming. Thank you.❤ Your way of living also touches my dreams of a more quiet and simple lifestyle.
Hello Paola, I have been watching your videos for weeks now, you bring such comfort to me , I love all of the things you make and the way in which you speak, so softly , thank you for your sweetness , kindness and above all, just being you ,,
Your morning routine is so soothing, it calms my circle thoughts down for a while and reminds me to enjoy the present.
I think you have the most gorgeous curly hair! I have naturally wavy/slightly curly hair and growing up I’d just straighten it to death. Now I just embrace it’s natural beauty 🥰💕🤍
You are such a gentle soul. I smile everytime when I see that you uploaded. ♥️
Always love a visit. Peace and joy prevail 💐❤️❤️❤️❤️
Such a treat to hear your soothing voice today !!! Happy, happy November !!!!
This is very remarkable, thank you for these wonderful gifts and natural happiness
We have been without the internet now for several weeks x How I ve missed watching your beautiful videos x So good to see you are feeling better x Much love and thank you x x x
I love you and your beautiful spirit
Paola thank you for another beautiful video.
The little kitty has grown into a beautiful cat, and so lovely seeing Igor running while you walked in your quiet spaces .
Spice cake looked amazing. Love your deco and morning routine.
Haven’t seen your brother post in awhile so hoping he is well and doing fine.
Have a lovely weekend sweet girl. Always a pleasure to spend time with you. ❤❤
Thk u Paula
I love 💕 it when u live by seasons
Ur simple life style hinds so much beauty
Hello. I really miss Mr. Darcy. God rest him. Great grandma made such good spice cake with icing!!!
I like watching youre videos it calms me down when I'm anxious or under the weather when I'm not my normal self
Hi Paola, your videos are so uplifting for me in a troubled some world. It is calming and very much relaxing to watched them. Thank you for the skin care tips. I love your hair, it looks so healthy and the length of your hair is beautiful. Take care. Love from South Africa
Thank you for sharing all the beautiful videos with us. Your kind words always inspire me and your videos always bring me joy.
I appreciate you sharing your practical/personal life experiences. The story about your hair and using eyeglasses or contacts resonated because I have thick hair too and am a "blind bat" as well. Loved....the spice cake which always reminds me of Autumn.....and the pretty homemade wreath using what is naturally available outside.
I'm glad to know someone else with thick curly hair. Sometimes I felt like I was the only one in the world with this kind of hair!
I feel you on the hair thing, a wasp got stuck in my hair when I was younger and I recently found a baby slug in my hair!! I was quite shocked by that haha
I wear perfume every day, it's my treat to myself💕
You are just the epitome of sweetheart 💕
Spice Cake a favourite, I add some apple, oats and pumpkin to mine. I make a glaze have a piece warmed up in the morning with my creative tea of the day.
I love the beautiful way you walk through life. Thank you for the inspiring messages, both in word and lovely imagery.
I can so relate with getting things stuck in thick curly hair-a coupe of years ago, I had a yellow jacket get caught in mine. It wasn’t a nice calming experience like you had with the bee 😂😂😂-I think we both panicked equally. I’m certain I looked like a crazy lady, bent over shaking my hair out trying to free it. Oy. 😂😂
I hadn’t thought to spray on watered down conditioner to tame the curls-I’ll have to try it. Thanks for the tip! ❤