A joyful to do list for October 2020
October is almost here, and I couldn’t be happier about it. Despite feeling a ~little~ bit cheated about the fact that 2020 seems to have disappeared before our eyes, I am more than ready to make the most of this beautiful month.
To me, October feels like the most “autumn” of all the months, with the beautiful fall colours and the crisp golden mornings that I’m sure will grace many an Instagram feed in the coming weeks. Putting this joyful to do list together made me so excited about soaking up all of the beauty that this month brings, and I hope it has the same effect on you when you read it too.
Here’s your joyful to do list for October…
Embrace the cosy
The arrival of autumn always means more time spent at home, and this year, that’s likely to be the case more than ever, so why not spend this month making it feel extra cosy? Pile the blankets high, stock up on your favourite candles and maybe even treat yourself to some extra comfy PJs. Bring on the hygge vibes…
Get your nature fix
I think this is my very favourite time of year to spend time outdoors. Nature puts on the most spectacular show throughout October, with the trees bursting into colour and the sunrises and sunsets becoming more fiery with every passing day. Make some time in your diary to get out for a walk and really notice everything that’s happening in nature - it’ll make you feel more connected to this beautiful planet that we live on.
Do some seasonal cooking
I always seem to find my cooking mojo at this time of year, which is pretty great timing as so many yummy ingredients are in season right now! On my list to try over the next few weeks are this butternut squash risotto, these cinnamon swirls, and this sausage casserole.
Start a cold weather craft project
With the arrival of the cold weather and more time spent at home, now is the perfect time to get stuck into a craft project. I’m a big fan of Cotton Clara’s embroidery kits (I completed quite a few during lockdown) and I’ve got my eye on one of Lauren Aston Designs’ epic knit kits to keep me busy during the next few months.
Plan a full moon ritual
October is set to be a pretty special month with not one but TWO full moons. The first will be on the 1st of the month, and the second falls on the 31st - don’t you just love the synchronicity of that?! Why not make the most of them by planning some sort of full moon ritual - a quick Google will give you plenty of ideas!
Re-read a favourite book
One of my favourite ways to embrace the cosiness at this time of year is by curling up with a good book, and what better way to offset a bit of the uncertainty than by re-reading an old favourite? Extra points for choosing a book with a happy ending!
What’s on your to do list for October?
