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  • take care of yourselves, besties!
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    0:00 - intro
    1:45 - activities & hobbies
    2:03 - self care idea 1
    5:02 - self care idea 2
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    12:24 - self care idea 5
    13:26 - self care idea 6
    15:20 - self care idea 7
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    23:22 - mind & body
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    44:23 - physical space
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Комментарии • 451

  • @mifigue.miraisin
    @mifigue.miraisin 2 месяца назад +660

    I just want to say as a Buddhist and the daughter of a meditation teacher, meditation is not having an empty mind its just observing thoughts instead of letting them take over you. And for adhd people the best way to do that IS by doing another activity like coloring, watching an ambiance video, concentrating on a candle, washing yourself in the shower etc!! So you're actually meditating already when you do mindfulness while coloring!

    • @doingtheellathing
      @doingtheellathing Месяц назад +28

      I find that i often feel quite meditative while mindfully driving honestly :)

    • @mifigue.miraisin
      @mifigue.miraisin Месяц назад +12

      @@doingtheellathing yes! or a even a bike ride!

    • @smorgs6916
      @smorgs6916 Месяц назад +3

      Thank you

    • @keekkrkekek6663
      @keekkrkekek6663 Месяц назад +10

      YES thats why i feel so calm when staring at a candle

    • @camilagraciela5836
      @camilagraciela5836 Месяц назад +8

      True! I also think this applies to the thing about negative thoughts, that was mentioned in the video under the affirmation part. In the sense that, meditation makes you be the ‘observer/awareness’ and not identify with the thoughts.

  • @NehaAshPatel
    @NehaAshPatel 2 месяца назад +662

    I’ve stopped watching TikTok because I was having trouble telling myself I don’t need the next product being promoted by prominent influencers, especially when I couldn’t afford several of the items they were advertising.😢 I’m so glad you’ve made this video, Kennedy! Always keeping it real with us!❤ Love you!❤❤❤

    • @claremiller9979
      @claremiller9979 2 месяца назад

      I did the same with Instagram. I don't have the same problem with Pinterest because somehow it doesn't know what country I'm in so everything it advertises I don't want to buy because I know I won't want to pay the shipping costs. Also I look at furniture on Pinterest a lot and I'm not buying furniture from another country!!

    • @hannahreadstorelax16
      @hannahreadstorelax16 2 месяца назад +9

      I have had to do the same thing with Tik tok!

    • @emmabeckett6451
      @emmabeckett6451 2 месяца назад +9

      It may help to go through your following list and remove influencers that make you feel like you have to buy things. I did this with instagram & focused on following artists, which helped!

  • @caangel100
    @caangel100 2 месяца назад +617

    As a librarian so glad you mentioned the library. So many forget that they can get books, dvds, music and so much more there for free!

    • @leahweinberger583
      @leahweinberger583 2 месяца назад +10

      And the social!! Commu ity classes and the library of "things" aka pasta maker or air fryer...also g-d bless toy libraries and tool libraries. Best things Ever. Ever. Added so much joy, happiness and value to our lives.

    • @WoahiFoundNemo
      @WoahiFoundNemo Месяц назад +11

      I love the library!! Rediscovering it as an adult has been one of the best things I’ve done ❤

    • @meowiestwo
      @meowiestwo Месяц назад +6

      i have a library card and i forget i can do this!

    • @RogueCassette
      @RogueCassette Месяц назад +3

      I love going to the library as a teenager and it has been years since I went to one. I forget how much of a safe space the library was for me and I hope they last forever!

    • @squirrelsinmykoolaid
      @squirrelsinmykoolaid Месяц назад +1

      My library even had video games to borrow

  • @lizzy-np2dr
    @lizzy-np2dr 2 месяца назад +523

    In the vein of "getting myself a little treat," I would also add, take the time to make a mundane thing special. I make myself tea of some kind pretty much every day. When I'm having a bad day, I take the time to carefully pick out the tea flavor, use a nice pot and teacup instead of the first coffee mug I see, and just really take the time to enjoy the process of making and drinking my tea. You can do that with coffee, a smoothie, heck, even just taking the time to slice up some citrus for your water. Making the mundane special is a really nice way to treat yourself.

    • @maytubes5
      @maytubes5 2 месяца назад +3

      Same here...

    • @CrisOnTheInternet
      @CrisOnTheInternet 2 месяца назад +18

      This! I have a tea pot with cherry blossoms that turn pink with hot water, it makes me happy to see it change colors lol

    • @karheathyish
      @karheathyish 2 месяца назад +7

      THIS! seeing mundane life as special has helped me so much. i love tea too :p do you have a favorite?

    • @lizzy-np2dr
      @lizzy-np2dr 2 месяца назад +4

      @@karheathyish Depends on the day, the time, and the phase of the moon lol. Lately I've been doing a lot of Twinings Lady Grey.

    • @karheathyish
      @karheathyish 2 месяца назад +3

      @@lizzy-np2dr i feel that :) different needs/wants at different times. sounds yummy for a cozy day

  • @retrocutiebean
    @retrocutiebean 2 месяца назад +282

    My cleaning tip for anyone who hates cleaning. Categories (and you can stop after any of these categories) In this order! 1. Wet Trash (things that would mold if not cleaned up now), 2. Dry Trash (tissues, wrappers etc), 3. cloth/fabric (towels, cloths, socks, most of the time they go in a laundry basket), 4. Items that don't go in that room (put them in the room they do go in; they don't have to be put away if you don't feel like it but at least they make it to the room they do go in), 5. items that are in the room they go in that are not put away. 6. surfaces (sweeping, mopping, wiping down table/shelves. At this point whatever room you were in will be clean enough to function. Many times I start with Wet trash and that is all I have the energy for. and that is okay because that is the most important thing in the room to remove. Honestly just removing trash from a room makes it 10 times cleaner anyways. I also often find starting is the hardest part. and if you tell yourself I only need to pick up the trash then that simplifies it enough to get started and then maybe you find the energy once the task is begun. In short: Wet Trash, Dry Trash, Cloth, Items, Surfaces. Love yall!! stay cozy Muah! 💋

  • @eh1843
    @eh1843 2 месяца назад +314

    The way I do daily gratitude is at the end of the day I write down my "ta-dah" list. It's the opposite of a to-do list - it's all the thins you got done that day. I have chronic health issues and I can get really depressed at all the things I wasn't able to do. But when I write what I did get done, it helps me.

    • @CozyK
      @CozyK  2 месяца назад +44

      I LOVE the idea of a “ta-dah” list!! That’s amazinggg

    • @CrisOnTheInternet
      @CrisOnTheInternet 2 месяца назад +6

      I'm taking this, thanks for sharing ❤

    • @eh1843
      @eh1843 2 месяца назад +2

      @@CrisOnTheInternet It's an old paper planning community thing!

    • @Em-fz5uh
      @Em-fz5uh 2 месяца назад +5

      Wow I love this concept ! I've been struggling a lot lately with procrastination and I think it'll help. Ty !

    • @natalie6117
      @natalie6117 2 месяца назад +4

      Such a great idea and cute/clever name! I’m definitely going to be adopting this!

  • @NocturnalMissSo
    @NocturnalMissSo 2 месяца назад +251

    I'm glad you mentioned the library. A lot of folks forget that libraries have a ton of free resources for all kinds of things. Have a good week, cozy lady.

    • @maytubes5
      @maytubes5 2 месяца назад +8

      One of my favorite cozy spots😊

    • @JulyMoon82
      @JulyMoon82 2 месяца назад +8

      Yes!!! I feel so fortunate that for the past 12 years and the 3 different houses I've lived in, have all been within a short walk to a library. I've been a library card holder my entire life, and now my teenager is a library lover as well. During her school breaks, she'll walk to the library to pick up DVD and books and see what's new on the library shelves.

    • @Lizlizlizlizlizlizlizlizzie
      @Lizlizlizlizlizlizlizlizzie Месяц назад +3

      I know this video is old, but anyone out there reading, check to see if your library includes a culture pass. Many libraries have free tickets to local museums and attractions for card holders. I use mine all the time to get out and do cultural things for free!

  • @Sam-bk7zy
    @Sam-bk7zy 2 месяца назад +163

    Also for the Sims, sometimes the feeling of looking for and downloading custom content feels like online shopping except everything's free! It kinda has that same feeling of buying new cute clothes/home goods and then going into the game and making a new sim or a new house with all your new cute cc is super fun and exciting!

    • @CozyK
      @CozyK  2 месяца назад +19

      sooo true!!!

    • @vartite
      @vartite 2 месяца назад

      ​@@CozyK In the same vein: adding mods to a game you like to play (or going back to vanilla) and/or setting a small challenge for yourself (try different paths, tools, etc.) is a great way to breathe new life into an old game. I also love Stardew Valley, so I'm working through the 1.6 content (so much cool new stuff!) The SDV modding community is very active (mostly PC, but I think there are mods for mobile as well), so try a new custom farm, change the visual style/color of buildings and NPCs, or add whole new towns with extensive dialogue, quests, etc. (e.g., Stardew Valley Expanded, Ridgeside Village, Zuzu City, etc.). For instructions on how to add mods, check the SDV Wiki. 😊

    • @impersonatingellaimamastermind
      @impersonatingellaimamastermind Месяц назад +3

      YESSSSSS

    • @briannasurpris3039
      @briannasurpris3039 Месяц назад +6

      this is how I am with Minecraft mods!! Anything pink and free is being downloaded IMMEDIATELY!!

    • @NeonLollipopz
      @NeonLollipopz Месяц назад +2

      honestly the best part of getting back into sims 4!!! helps resist any temptations regarding our own real life retail therapy to save money etc.

  • @paulinemuscatvlogs
    @paulinemuscatvlogs Месяц назад +83

    My absolute FAV self care that is totally free:
    Listening to a podcast while going on a bike ride to each of the little libraries around town to swap out books I’ve read with new ones, then picking a bench to sit at while I eat a little snack I packed in a bento box for myself ❤ literally a perfect day to me

    • @CozyK
      @CozyK  Месяц назад +5

      that sounds so perfect🥹

    • @paulinemuscatvlogs
      @paulinemuscatvlogs Месяц назад +3

      @@CozyK I’m smiley for days after 🥹

  • @raehawkins7655
    @raehawkins7655 2 месяца назад +149

    the free time basket is SUCH a cute idea!!

    • @natalie6117
      @natalie6117 2 месяца назад +3

      It’s like a “shop my stash” (you’ll know what those are if you watch any makeup content creators) but for your hobbies! I love it!

  • @jessiwessie5066
    @jessiwessie5066 2 месяца назад +187

    Yess! We definitely DO NOT need to spend a dime for self-care! Self-care can be as simple as reading your favorite book, watching your favorite show, taking a nice long bath, etc. Indulging (speaking for me) once in a while is fine. Consumerism is such a major issue today, and deinfluencing the term “self-care” is a MUST! Love the video!

    • @maytubes5
      @maytubes5 2 месяца назад +5

      Truth 😊

  • @rosehaley5978
    @rosehaley5978 2 месяца назад +65

    my favorite thing to watch when i want to have a self care day/night is watching my favorite childhood tv shows/movies on youtube!
    - little bear (soo pure and cozy 🥹)
    - franklin
    - angelina ballerina
    - totally spies
    - maggie and the ferocious beast
    - barbie/bratz movies
    makes me feel safe and cozy :)

    • @pixiepalasmr6881
      @pixiepalasmr6881 2 месяца назад +1

      Oh my gosh Barbie and Angelina Bellerina was my jam!

    • @midnightkitty7
      @midnightkitty7 Месяц назад +2

      Omg little bear , Totally Spies Angelina Ballerina and the Bratz movies ! I’m glad I’m not the only one who still loves watching little bear. Basically all of them I loved. You have good taste 😊

  • @Lambyth
    @Lambyth 2 месяца назад +104

    as a librarian, i was so happy to hear you talk about going to the library as a resource! so many people seem to forget we are there and just how many resources we have. thank you for thinking of us❤️

    • @StellaPlayss
      @StellaPlayss 2 месяца назад +2

      I’m a nurse practitioner who sees patients in their homes. I’ve taken multiple people to my local libraries to teach them or chart and they’re always like “I never go to the library. I need go to do xyz” . I’m there frequently.

    • @leahweinberger583
      @leahweinberger583 2 месяца назад

      The library has saved many souls...still does. ❤

  • @tinahatch7440
    @tinahatch7440 2 месяца назад +66

    The basket idea is GENIUS! Especially for us ADHD folks who completely forget about items we own 😆

    • @BeautifulEarthJa
      @BeautifulEarthJa Месяц назад

      Yep

    • @cosygracegames
      @cosygracegames Месяц назад

      Sooo many books I barely ever read in my room, I’m gonna start taking stuff out of my cubbies and am so excited to try it out!

  • @brittneycarroll7877
    @brittneycarroll7877 2 месяца назад +73

    Ironic that you listed watching your favorite cozy content creator as a free hobby and that’s what I’m doing right now! Your videos are a warm hug. Love! Happy Easter!! 🤍

  • @angelinamount4969
    @angelinamount4969 2 месяца назад +35

    1) As a librarian, thanks for plugging libraries! Many also have cozy hobby things you can borrow - like cookware for baking, and more!
    2) Gratitude for me, helps with appreciating what I have an being in-the-moment. I am always looking forward to the next thing and planning for the future, so stopping to look at what I have RIGHT NOW helps me be content and romanticize where I'm at, instead of missing it while I look at what's next.

  • @Profoundtruthss
    @Profoundtruthss 2 месяца назад +40

    girl you ain't lying about that pinterest board

  • @Butterrcuppp
    @Butterrcuppp 2 месяца назад +39

    I haven’t written down 3 things I’m grateful for daily. I think that simply thinking of things you’re grateful for in moments when you feel negatively about what you have can be helpful. I get caught up in seeing content on RUclips and start to wish I had the same homes and stuff as everyone else, so I take a step back and realize what I have and that I’m grateful to have it.

  • @nicoleniobium7160
    @nicoleniobium7160 2 месяца назад +26

    I really liked how you said about cleaning - selfcare is not only the activity that we like, but sometimes it's something that we NEED to feel better. Thank you for the video!

  • @kumakhameleon_youtube
    @kumakhameleon_youtube Месяц назад +9

    I work at my local library and the amount of times you're hyping up the free resources at the library has my whole heart! Thank you so much! This video was such a refreshing breath of fresh air in the current world!
    And yes, everyone. Please go support your local library!! ♡

  • @kallimago8595
    @kallimago8595 28 дней назад +2

    For me, creative hobbies are so important! I love how many you spotlight here. My favorite is actually embroidery, which is kind of like coloring but with a needle and thread. I suppose there's more of a start-up cost, since the average household doesn't have embroidery supplies lying around, but one cheap kit from Amazon lasted me a whole year. I love that it's a slow, quiet hobby (great for mindfulness or for cozying up with a comfort show), and you can create something to actually display in your home.
    I would also put movement high on my list. On those days when I'm having trouble regulating my emotions or just want to slump and scroll social media for hours, it really helps to do a short, low-intensity workout. Walking workouts on RUclips are my favorite, but Pilates, dancing, yoga---all fun ways to move around, get an energy boost, and feel better both mentally and physically.

  • @oliviaplunkett4208
    @oliviaplunkett4208 2 месяца назад +14

    My high school students get so excited for our coloring days. Usually once a month we have a totally non academic day and they know as soon as they walk in the room. It helps everyone calm down a little and for my first period students, they love starting the day off that way

  • @karaskinner3597
    @karaskinner3597 5 часов назад

    I scroll through Libby and tag books as “want to read” and it gives me the same emotional fulfillment as scrolling through social media and internet shopping. I treat it as “Recommended Picks for You” instead of TBR and I always have a book available that matches my mood when I’m looking for something different.

  • @EmL-kg5gn
    @EmL-kg5gn 2 месяца назад +14

    About talking to friends - something that I’ve had cause trouble is that some people prefer to volunteer information and they assume others do too, just like some people assume that others will ask if they care. For people who ask they ask to show that they care, and they often need to be asked about things to feel comfortable sharing. For people who volunteer info they often expect that others will share what they feel comfortable sharing and don’t ask (or like being asked) questions because they don’t want to overstep boundaries. Some people are self-centred, but some are just people that volunteer! So yeah, being aware of different communication styles and knowing how to tell the difference between a different communication style and a character flaw can really help you find more friends!!!

  • @Erlrantandrage
    @Erlrantandrage 11 дней назад +1

    I watched this video as a person who really doesn't spend a lot of money but who DOES need to learn how to do self care. Today I gave myself a little pedicure and did some yoga. I'm 39 and I waking up and realizing how poorly I've cared for myself. I don't want to be 60 and stuck in a chair all day. I want to be 60 and moving around my home with ease chasing cats, planting gardens. Step 1 is literally learning how to care for myself while maintaining my frugal ways. Thanks for your inspiring video.

  • @Angela-rt8xp
    @Angela-rt8xp Месяц назад +6

    My favorite part of the "free basket" idea is that it is also a way to practice gratefulness for what you already have

  • @EmL-kg5gn
    @EmL-kg5gn 2 месяца назад +8

    This is about mindfulness for any other PTSD girlies! Something for us to be aware of is that mindfulness can be very triggering for us even though it is a helpful practice if you can manage it. It’s just important for us to not push ourselves and to make sure we have good coping skills and a reliable way to escape and disconnect before we try it! That way if being connected to the present or to our bodies becomes too much we can take care of ourselves 💕 Also Kennedy you’re definitely one of my comfort creators! This video was so amazing, the part about cleaning actually made me a bit emotional (in a good way). I really needed to hear that today!!

  • @blueraven012
    @blueraven012 Месяц назад +10

    Also if you have pets, spending more time with them is amazing! And if you don't have pets, attract some animals to your garden. I noticed some frogs in my backyard and now I want to create a little frog garden with a bucket, some water plants, rocks and a log to give them a home! Hoping to make it a super low cost activity to get more froggy friends 🧡

  • @Cxrriemc
    @Cxrriemc 2 месяца назад +19

    I'm someone who found gratitude to be so so helpful!! I have been a lifelong pessimistic person as a way to "protect" myself from bad things happening (yay for growth to recognise this eventually haha).
    So it was massively helpful for me to force out 3 good things, even after a terrible day because daily life isn't black or white and it took a lot of training myself to break away from that type of thinking!
    So if you naturally find it easy to be a more positive person or find joy in the everyday things, it makes complete sense that gratitude wouldn't vibe with you ☺️

  • @tgrebnesor
    @tgrebnesor 2 месяца назад +13

    Another one I'll add for those of us that have pets, maybe if you have a dog take them to a park or wherever you normally walk them and instead of rushing from point a to b let them kind of lead (safely of course) and sniff all the smells they want and really just watch the little gears turn in their head lol as you have this little adventure together. Or if you have cats like me, next playtime try to stay fully present and watch their little butt wiggles before they pounce and how excited they get when they catch their toy. There are so many times when I play with them while watching videos on my phone because I'm ready for bed and just want to tire them out so they won't wake me up in the middle of the night, but it's so much more rewarding when you actually engage with them and I always feel so happy and fulfilled when they finally get tired and lay down for the night

  • @belliwatching
    @belliwatching 2 месяца назад +6

    I really appreciate your owning up to the fact that your job makes you a victim AND a proponent of this capitalistic loop. I had to step back from your videos as I was downsizing and limiting my expenses, because it was hard to see all the cute things you'd buy or be gifted from brands. But your message is so rare to find online, at least in its cheerful, personable way!!! I've really taken it on board, and it's so nice to have a refresher in this video, to remind myself of all the things I can find peace in, for free. Yesterday I went through all my yarn to knit things I'd planned to make but never got around to it. Yarn and books are the two things I need to go through before I buy anything new, and with that money I'm saving, I invest in medical appointments and therapy. All around wins!!!

  • @tfunkdadunk
    @tfunkdadunk 2 месяца назад +5

    i do "things i'm excited about" verses grateful. it can be small things, like excited for a new album coming out, or what i'm going to cook for dinner. kind of the same thing but works a little better for me to let some of the negative thoughts go.

  • @humble_artistry
    @humble_artistry 2 месяца назад +8

    Gratitude pretty much has the same purpose of affirmations, but instead of boosting yourself you are boosting everything life has given you. It helps switch your mindset from recognizing everything that’s going wrong or everything terrible in life to all of the beauty and happiness that life has. It also helps you slow down! Kind of like the phrase stop and smell the roses. I personally have really recognized the difference between finding three things that I’m grateful for every day and skipping it because I “had no time” and I was skeptical about the practice at first. What you’re grateful for can literally be anything that makes you appreciate the life you’ve been given. Could be people, pets, experiences, or even wearing your favorite sweater.

  • @kaynwood
    @kaynwood 2 месяца назад +17

    Libraries also often have puzzles, video games, vinyl records, etc!! My husband loves puzzles but I could never get the price to make sense for it to be used once and never again, enter our public library - they have tons of puzzles and has gotten one each week since.

  • @Tori.f.116
    @Tori.f.116 2 месяца назад +27

    YOU are my comfort creator that I keep up with for my self care 😊. Truly your videos are great to get cozy to.

  • @kaitlin2221
    @kaitlin2221 2 месяца назад +6

    i appreciate so much that you encourage mindful consumption. i have recently been feeling overwhelmed by consumerism, and it’s so nice to have found a corner of the internet that actively pushes back against that

  • @Taymay28
    @Taymay28 2 месяца назад +10

    Love love love this! It felt like we were out for coffee chatting. I read a quote somewhere that self-care isn't always a car wash, it's an oil change. I think about that one when I need to clean my space or do something that I know will make me feel better down the road! Love yah!

  • @mari23_13
    @mari23_13 2 месяца назад +26

    Guys, I'm an introvert with social anxiety, and trying to just be out there in the world is something that's helping me a lot with my social anxiety. Sometimes I just go out with one friend and try to talk to their friends just to be around people, and sometimes all I can do is exist around people, but this is helping me to feel more whole and learn a lot about myself, so I just wanted to say that us introverts don't have to be lonely ❤ Sorry if it's a little confusing, English is my second language and I'm still learning 😅

    • @CrisOnTheInternet
      @CrisOnTheInternet 2 месяца назад +3

      Congrats on your progress, you're doing great ❤

    • @mari23_13
      @mari23_13 2 месяца назад +2

      @@CrisOnTheInternet thanks, I'm really happy with my progress! Last year was very hard for me, so it's good to see things changing for the better 😊

    • @SlasherChick
      @SlasherChick 2 месяца назад +2

      You're doing a great job. Learning a second language is not easy. Your message was very clear. Keep going!

  • @midnightkitty7
    @midnightkitty7 Месяц назад +3

    Libraries are so underrated nowadays ! I printed out vision board images (didn’t want to use all of my ink lol) and rented a very charming book from there. I was able to get plenty of work done and also found inspiration from doing so. I definitely feel that the younger generations who also know what self care is need this video. I agree capitalism completely changed how people view self care now and it’s not always about physical appearance but rather how you feel on the inside too.

  • @bear3s
    @bear3s Месяц назад +6

    It was funny to hear you talking about putting our feet in the grass, the last time I did it (a month ago) a little snake got inside my shoes and scared the hell out of me lol. It was a very cute baby snake, but still made me a bit paranoid about the grass.

  • @cosygracegames
    @cosygracegames Месяц назад +1

    I love that note on writing, or even drawing like I don’t have to be an author to be able to write a fun idea or a recipe down, or journal even just for the day- it’s always there for you to look back on and smile at that one day :) 💜

  • @Kasumi10074
    @Kasumi10074 10 дней назад

    My favorite self care activities and mental health walks, art, mindfulness, breathwork, and singing.

  • @Casbass__
    @Casbass__ Месяц назад +2

    Another thing about Libby: you can filter by “available now” and it’s a great way to browse and find your next read! You can filter by genre, type (ebook, audiobook, etc.), and if it’s kindle compatible. I use it all the time to find my next kindle read while I’m waiting for other books to be available :)

  • @misswolvesandroses6765
    @misswolvesandroses6765 2 месяца назад +9

    Gratitudes work for me because I have chronic health problems and it can be really hard to get out of the everything sucks mindset. Positive self talk doesn’t help for this in particular because talking nice to myself won’t stop my frustrations of cancelled plans and goals so gratitudes help reposition my outlook. So yeah I’m in a world of pain but I’m very grateful I have a sofa to lie on and a cat to cuddle. It shows me things aren’t as bad as I think they are.

    • @CozyK
      @CozyK  2 месяца назад +1

      That makes total sense!! Thank you for explaining🤎🤎

  • @alexwalker4100
    @alexwalker4100 3 дня назад

    The way you use affirmations is like the way I use my gratitude journal. 😂 I still struggle with negative self talk so when I’m feeling low, I can flip through my gratitude journal to remind myself of all the good things I have going for me and the small moments that make me happy that I may have forgotten about.
    I find it useful to keep the daily journal and gratitude journal in two separate notebooks. It helps keep the thoughts filtered and organized and can really pack a boost in mood if you’re only looking through the grateful things.

  • @briannagrace7982
    @briannagrace7982 2 месяца назад +6

    I work at a preschool and a phrase that goes around when referring to self care and alone time and such is "you can't pour from an empty cup" soooo true!! and this made me think of that

  • @someundeadtalent2016
    @someundeadtalent2016 29 дней назад +1

    Omg the basket is SUCH a cute idea!! Especially for us neurodivergent folks who often forget that they already got these items or projects or whatever at home

  • @lydia6147
    @lydia6147 2 месяца назад +9

    Kennedy I've been living for your videos recently!! The long form cosy content is getting me THRU the last of this winter darkness haha

  • @strawberrybookess5083
    @strawberrybookess5083 2 месяца назад +3

    Growing up, anytime I was bored my mom would think of so many different ideas for things I could do. At the time I of course was a kid and was stubborn so I never liked any of her ideas. But looking back on that now, it makes me feel so cared for that she did that. You give me that same feeling.

  • @haiku5756
    @haiku5756 2 месяца назад +4

    Brilliant ideas! As someone also with a "spicy brain," just wanted to share that practicing mindfulness while moving is completely valid. The Zen monk Thich Nhat Hahn described how to practice mindfulness while washing the dishes, brushing ones teeth, cleaning a room, making a meal, going for a walk. We don't have to sit still to do this (what a relief!). Thank you so much for sharing your insights - so inspiring and comforting 🌸🌸🌸

  • @MegMage
    @MegMage 2 месяца назад +11

    This video is already so amazing, and I'm not even through the intro! To reassure you: every single product you've recommended that I bought have had so much value for me and my body/work/rest ethic. But I love this move for you, and it's incredibly inspiring 💜💜

  • @Dancinglemon
    @Dancinglemon 2 месяца назад +2

    You are so right about choosing to talk to the right people. I told two friends about my childhood pet that was dying and one looked baffled that THIS was the reason I’d been sad all day, the other immediately hugged me. Not all friendships are created equal and we all deserve the friend that gets us unconditionally.

  • @hayleae.450
    @hayleae.450 8 дней назад

    Shopping your house with a free time basket is such a great idea, I love it!❤

  • @Ellen-yl2pu
    @Ellen-yl2pu 6 часов назад

    Wow I am SO glad the algorithm blessed me with this video. I’m so happy I found your channel 🥰

  • @asharmour9818
    @asharmour9818 Месяц назад +1

    i didn't even notice this video was an hour long because of how much i enjoyed watching it lol ty

  • @wisemamawitch9464
    @wisemamawitch9464 День назад

    I really appreciate this video! I have been kind of burnt out on cozy content lately because it started to feel like so many of the videos and reels were just a list of things I had to buy. Social media in general too, feeds feel like they are more ads than content. It's exhausting to be thinking about spending money all of the time. Like counter-productive to actually relaxing! haha.

  • @Cabullosa111
    @Cabullosa111 2 месяца назад +7

    I LOVE that free time basket idea!

  • @decgal81
    @decgal81 11 дней назад +1

    A lot, maybe all, streaming services have some sort of favorites list. That's where I keep my comfort shows/movies

  • @SlasherChick
    @SlasherChick 2 месяца назад +4

    I ❤ this! I literally just made a list of 25 low to no cost self care activities on my channel. I am glad more folks are talking about it. I love some of these ideas here. They were things I hadn't thought of. I love playing in my clothes and "playing dress up" like you would as a child. It's a great way to also come up with new fits. Changing the way I looked at self care really made it acts of self love.♥

  • @ConstancaPortugal
    @ConstancaPortugal 2 месяца назад +3

    You bring me so much peace girl. Thank you for this! 🤍☺️

  • @yellowzora
    @yellowzora 2 месяца назад +2

    The way you handle gratitude seems like you're already smashing it. I had to start by writing things down every evening (for years) and managed to move on to noticing on the fly, and it feels great 😁 keep going, lovely list ❤❤❤

  • @chloefiona1553
    @chloefiona1553 24 дня назад

    This video was so cool! I entered it without much expectations but was pleasantly surprised by all the good ideas and positive thoughts you shared. Know that you are becoming a comfort creator for me

  • @angelinabaca
    @angelinabaca 2 месяца назад

    thank you so much for this video cozy friend! selfcare portrayed on social media apps like tiktok can easily become so overwhelming. It is so refreshing to hear a different perspective/approach to selfcare. much love! 🫶🏼✨

  • @Beebeefroggy
    @Beebeefroggy 2 месяца назад

    I love how real you are and how you promote free stuff too. I appreciate you and your channel. You help me get through such tough times with your videos. I just put you in the background as i do chores, painting, and even when I'm having a difficult mental or physical health time. Your videos are on my list of free self care vibes hehe

  • @carolynb7115
    @carolynb7115 2 месяца назад +1

    Girl, you are definitely one of my comfort creators. I save your videos to watch when I want self care time!

  • @beebernal352
    @beebernal352 2 месяца назад +1

    This is such a great video! Loved every second and just wanted to say that YOU are my comfort creator. You have such a fun and peaceful energy that really shines through and feels 100% sincere. I love putting on your videos when I'm painting my nails or doing chores or getting ready in the morning.

  • @lisandrapena450
    @lisandrapena450 2 месяца назад

    Thank you for being my cozy RUclipsr bestie! You have given me so much inspiration to be myself and I really love all the content you put out. Love you and thank you for always keeping it real with us 💖

  • @SleepyZaps
    @SleepyZaps Месяц назад

    i love this video so much. ive come back to it a few times already and this is going to be chronically rewatched for me. one of my favorite free ones is, yeah! art! im trying to practice just grabbing whatever notebook i had lying around already and using the plenty of art supplies i already have! like just grabbing three colors of markers and seeing what i can make until they run dry. free self care is so important! i would love love love to see a part two!

  • @julietshapiro4661
    @julietshapiro4661 25 дней назад

    what a lovely video!! about gratitude - for people who are depressed or have low mood it can be really difficult to see any positives, because there is such a huge skew towards the negative. I think the intended purpose is that by practicing a gratitude exercise you're essentially re-training your brain to be able to notice the positives, like strengthening a muscle - it sounds like that's a skill you're already doing great at, so it's probably not the tool for you. Hope that makes sense and is helpful/interesting!

  • @katiefrench2971
    @katiefrench2971 2 месяца назад +1

    Cozy K, this is exactly what I was TRYING to articulate in a TikTok or RUclips comment some time ago - I love your content and LOVE your intention to decouple a bit from consumerism!!!!

  • @Mybougiehippylife
    @Mybougiehippylife Месяц назад

    I’m watching this later than when it was uploaded but it’s so so good to see someone sharing free ways to take care of ourselves! Thank you. It helps a lot to hear these reminders. ❤❤❤ I have been sketching while I listen to relax. Love your cozy vibes and appreciate your perspective and good vibes!

  • @Drey_Drop
    @Drey_Drop 2 месяца назад

    That quote at the end hit home 🥺 Thanks for curating so many creative ideas for us, Ken! Speaking of comfort RUclipsrs, you’re definitely mine! 💛

  • @TheOriginalDalamanza
    @TheOriginalDalamanza 26 дней назад

    My absolute fav is listening to an audiobook (or music/podcast whatever you prefer) while out on a walk. Even if it's just 20 mins during a lunchbreak, you're still taking time for yourself, getting fresh air, moving your body and engaging with some content you enjoy. Quadruple self-care!

  • @claremiller9979
    @claremiller9979 2 месяца назад +2

    Gratitude practice for me works when I feel like everything is shit, which happens when life is really hard. It forces you to remind yourself that there's something, however small, in your life which is good. Even if it's as tiny as something tasted good, or there was a cute dog on a walk, or whatever. When you're in deep depression, when the kids are being awful and work is too much and you're sick and your arm has been hurting for months (haha not talking about myself at all 😅) daily gratitude makes you think for one second that there's something good. Life isn't complete garbage. It's worth getting up tomorrow and continuing with things, because maybe there'll be a pretty flower.
    It sounds kind of dumb when I write it out but having been legit depressed before, it can help.

  • @e.milazzo1841
    @e.milazzo1841 Месяц назад

    thank you so much for this, I don't have the words to express my gratitude. been trying hard to improve my life and my well-being these last months and listening to you makes it feel like something easy, full of love, and fun :)

  • @cozyhobbies_
    @cozyhobbies_ 2 месяца назад +1

    Kennedy this was amazing thank you ❤❤ I recently realised I was buying things on impulse ! I would buy new notebooks despite having loads and I would get this instant hood feeling after buying but then go Home and not even use it ! Thanks to you I’m going to sort through my stuff and try and make a cosy basket ! You inspired me to buy a switch last year and I’m so happy with it! I always thought gaming had to be rgb lights and intense games , literaly never knew cosy games existed ! I’ve bought mechanical keyboards and made my desk nice! I used to dread working and now I love my space so thank you so much for bringing out my inner child ! I never asked for toys when I was younger everything was second hand or a present so I love being able to fill my room with things I enjoy now. But defo thanks for reminding us to use what we have ❤ ❤

  • @animabellas
    @animabellas 26 дней назад

    The gratitude thing is veryyyy important, I promise after doing it for a few weeks I felt way more grateful for the world, things around me, I was kinder to others, it just personally makes you stop and really think. I even write why I’m grateful for the thing I’m writing down, or the person. It’s been a wonderful habit to add to my lifestyle ❤

  • @mari23_13
    @mari23_13 2 месяца назад +1

    Thanks for the video, Ken ❤ You reminded me of very important and simple stuff that make a huge difference ❤ I just want to say that you're one of my comfort content creators, you always make me feel better with your content ❤

  • @angelaengelx
    @angelaengelx 2 месяца назад

    Gratitude was the thing for me that affirmations were to you!! I think it seems like you might already be practicing quite a lot of gratitude because my gratitude is just those joy moments of “omg this thing is so great and cool and I feel such a boost from that!” I never used to notice how good the good things in my life felt and I think the practice of gratitude helped me lean into the goodness and softness of life when it was hard to do so! Gratitude for me isn’t usually “think about 3 things I was grateful for today” I usually journal about things that felt excited or I leaned into or brought me joy or felt like something I did for myself or someone else did that I really needed! I feel like all the thing you describe in your videos are things that I acknowledge that I’m grateful for a lot and the things you express feel like what I feel when I’m really grateful for something. I really needed practice with it to feel it more strongly in my life over time. To me it feels like mindfulness about the love, peace, and joy in my life. 🥰

  • @CreoleSpirit1800
    @CreoleSpirit1800 2 месяца назад

    I feel like this entire video was a lesson in gratitude. Being aware of what you already have that can make you feel soothed, calm and rested is really awesome. Writing down things you’re grateful for can be helpful, but like you, I just don’t do it. LOL. --I appreciate the idea and it may be necessary for some, but you can live in appreciation all day. Through the mindfulness and positive self-talk you talked about, I express my gratitude and it is super helpful. (It really helps with anxiety and depression….it takes practice but it works 😊)
    Thank you for another uplifting and super entertaining video!🧡 I have about 4 RUclips creators that are life-savers and you’re one of them, Kennedy! You have been cheering me up, making me laugh and giving me GREAT ideas for self-care from the 1st video my sister shared with me. See, again I am so grateful. 😂❤

  • @aubreezily13
    @aubreezily13 2 месяца назад +5

    Happy Easter! I hope you are having a lovely day today! 🩷

  • @PandorasExecutioner
    @PandorasExecutioner 2 месяца назад +2

    you are already a super grateful person, K! like legit, when i watch your vids, i love life more. i remember to squeal over the little things. i did the gratitude exercises and generally im a super appreciative person. but your energy took it next level for me where im now able to enjoy life for the little things and not just my accomplishments

    • @CozyK
      @CozyK  2 месяца назад +1

      ahhh thank you!! that’s so nice to hearrr :’)

  • @aimeeevelyn1801
    @aimeeevelyn1801 Месяц назад

    This was so so needed for me today. The gentle reminder for the introvert people pleaser girlies to talk with a trusted person about their feelings was such a good moment of reflection for me. I was a bit braver and shared with a trusted coworker and my husband something that was going on for me and I feel a lot better for it. Thanks Ken - you put so much work into these videos and they truly do make a difference

  • @rebekahackerman7015
    @rebekahackerman7015 24 дня назад

    This was SO GOOD. I didn’t want it to end

  • @sammuz4127
    @sammuz4127 9 дней назад

    Finding this corner of youtube and wondering why it took so long to get here. Girl I love your vibe! Thanks for the ideas!

  • @cassandraspidel195
    @cassandraspidel195 Месяц назад

    You are my favorite cozy RUclipsr to watch while I do my morning chores with some meditative music or nature sounds in the background.

  • @infinitewisdom3088
    @infinitewisdom3088 Месяц назад +1

    You gave some really good suggestions! Some of which I had completely forgotten I can do for myself such as coloring or sketching that can help quiet my mind. I'd like to share that even though there are times i feel guilty when I am not working on bettering myself, I have been soaking my feet in hot water with some epson salt as I do notes for work. I'll have a cup of water, coffee or juice next to me as I do notes and the amount of dopamine i get after i finish everything is amazing! I get to do some self-care that takes very little effort to do and paired with a task I've had on my to-do list helps makes things feel less stressful than it would've been if i had to do the task on it's own.

  • @utkarshpanwar8067
    @utkarshpanwar8067 Месяц назад

    Watching this felt like talking with my bestie. You're amazing!

  • @The.Journey.to.Freedom
    @The.Journey.to.Freedom Месяц назад

    Love your fun energy! Thank you so much for sharing all these ideas!!

  • @forensicirulan
    @forensicirulan 2 месяца назад +1

    Kennedy, this video is so life-giving!!!

  • @sandraoxford883
    @sandraoxford883 Месяц назад

    Just paused to say I’m so happy I found you! I’m loving this video already and haven’t even thought of most of these things, just about all ! These are great ideas and your voice is easy to listen to 💕 thank you for making this video Mwa!

  • @AM-wu7tq
    @AM-wu7tq Месяц назад

    I love the basket idea!!! I did it as soon as you said and had so much fun, it really did give me the thrill of going to a shop 😊 I’ve tried so hard to curb my shopping addiction so I’m thrilled that this feels so good! Also I recently got into colouring- I love it ♥️ thank you

  • @haniwa5603
    @haniwa5603 2 месяца назад +1

    Loving the hour long vids! 🥲🫰🏽

  • @emilymulford4844
    @emilymulford4844 Месяц назад

    What a delightful person you are. I cannot believe that this video was actually useful!! You may be an angel

  • @jadaw644
    @jadaw644 2 месяца назад +4

    This is just what I needed as someone who's trying to spend less!

  • @scraphappyjen4561
    @scraphappyjen4561 Месяц назад

    Loving this. ❤ You mentioned cozy content creators. I love the whole sleep story thing for self care and falling asleep in such a cozy way. Stephen Dalton is by far my favourite storyteller in that space.

  • @AngelaB13
    @AngelaB13 2 месяца назад +1

    This video came at the perfect time for me. I've been experiencing burnout and an additional factor has been a lot of financial stress. Thank you thank you thank you 💕

  • @aliyahpayne9676
    @aliyahpayne9676 2 месяца назад

    Okay Kennedy! Only at minute one but so grateful for this content. I have learned so much from your channel and feel so seen by you as representation for my little cozy biracial self but I was starting to feel some guilt and shame about wanting to buy things after watching your videos! Excited and encouraging you to continue to make low spending content cause the cozy vibes are impeccable and the representation is so needed!

  • @wind6339
    @wind6339 22 дня назад

    I love the idea of the free time basket so much! Sometimes we forget how much stuff we already have.

  • @Lisareads72
    @Lisareads72 Месяц назад

    Kennedy thank you so much for this video. It is so helpful, and one that I’ve gotten so many great ideas from and I’m not even finished with it yet. Thank you!