How to Romanticise Your Life — Realistically
Hey Kiya Collective,
You’ve seen the TikToks. The Parisian playlists. The aesthetically lit candles next to handwritten journals and iced lattes.
Romanticising your life is everywhere — and we’re here for it.
But what if your life doesn’t look like a Pinterest board right now?
What if you’re tired, busy, stretched thin, or just trying to keep up?
Here’s the good news: romanticising your life isn’t about aesthetic. It’s about presence.
You don’t need new clothes, a trip to Rome, or perfect lighting — you just need to see your daily moments as worthy of softness and celebration.
Let’s walk through how to do that — for real.
☕ 1. Turn Ordinary Moments Into Intentional Ones
You're already drinking coffee or tea. Washing your face. Packing lunchboxes.
Let those moments become micro-rituals of care.
✨ Sip slowly and savour the warmth
✨ Play music while you tidy or cook
✨ Choose your skincare products like love letters to your body
The key is being present. That’s where the magic is.
💛 2. Dress for How You Want to Feel
Even if you're staying home. Even if you're tired. Even if it's just earrings and lip balm.
Adorning yourself doesn’t have to be for anyone else.
Soft life tip: Wear perfume for yourself. Spray it, breathe it in, feel held.
✍🏾 3. Write the Main Character Narrative
Your story matters — even the messy middle.
Keep a journal, even if it’s just a sentence a day. Reflect on how you showed up. What you learned. What you felt.
Here’s a simple prompt to try:
"What made me feel beautiful, grounded, or powerful today?"
You are living your romanticised life. Writing it down helps you see it clearly.
🌸 4. Surround Yourself With Sensory Joy
Soft textures. Good scents. A playlist that moves you. A mug that feels like a hug in your hands.
✨ Light a candle while you work
✨ Apply your Sweet Nourishing Oil and let the scent linger
✨ Open the windows and let in fresh air — even for 5 minutes
Joy is in the little things. Create a space that makes your nervous system exhale.
💛 Final Thoughts
Romanticising your life isn’t about pretending everything is perfect.
It’s about finding softness even when life is full, messy, and real.
You are worthy of beauty, joy, and intention — not someday, but right now.
Start with the small moments. Let them be sacred.
With softness,
The Kiya Team