Is there something that you love to watch or do, but don’t like to admit it because you are afraid you may be judged for it?
Ahhh, the glorious life of the term guilty pleasures.
We all have them. Whether it be a specific television show, a type of music, an activity..the list could honestly go on.
Personally, I have a TON.
However, I am not ashamed to talk about them.
I actually hate the word guilty pleasure. Well, I more so hate the meaning of it and the pretext that surrounds it. Here we are again, with society trying to engrain in our minds a blurred and forced reality of how we should live our lives.
“What’s my guilty pleasure? The thing is, I never feel guilty about my pleasures” - Tom Hiddleston
“I don’t believe in Guilty pleasures. If you F***ing like something, like it.” - Dave Grohl
Two simple short quotes, yet they hold so much truth. We shouldn’t be ashamed of the things that we like. It’s those things that play a part in who we are. Yeah, they may not be the biggest factors or play the biggest part, but they are still important nonetheless.
Do you love binging a whole TV show in one day? Awesome! You deserve days on the couch. I’ve been there and it is honestly just needed sometimes.
Do you find yourself scrolling through social media when you should be working? What’s wrong with a little break here and there, am I right? Lol
These may seem like minuscule things we do every day anyway, but according to a poll done in 2018 Americans actually consider those actions to be in the top of some of their favorite things to do, those of which are often unfortunately frowned upon.
Now don’t get me wrong, I love scrolling through socials and binging tv shows as much as the next person, but my pleasures are a bit different than going out to get fast food, or shopping… lol. And since we are in the holiday season, some of them are even magnified.
Fuzzy blankets: I need another blanket like a hole in the head. But here we are, as I have just purchased a new one yesterday (whoops). But I mean come on, its fall/Halloween time and it has unicorn pumpkins on it hehe I couldn’t pass it up. It just screamed at me. And noooo I will not be buying a new Christmas one shortly either...geeeeesh have some faith in me yall..... I'll show you guys it next month hehe
- Bouncing off of this..unicorns. Yes, I am a 24 year old and love unicorns lol. And guess what I don’t care. I love them cuz they are magical, full of color/life, and unique; just like we all are.
Candles: Bath and body works annual candle day sale? I’ll catch you there. I still have some from last year, yet here I am buying more. You can never have too many though haha, gotta have the options.
Long drives: When I am feeling anxious I love to get in my car and just drive. I don’t ever have a set destination. But more times than not I do find myself ending up at the beach. There is just something about jamming out to music, and the wind blowing through your hair that makes everything seem better...even if it is only for a little while.
Rom Coms: I know a ton of people love rom coms as well. But like yall do not understand my relationship with them haha. I am the biggest sucker of cliches that I know and I would be lying if I said yall wouldn’t walk in on me watching some hallmark or sappy teen romance movie. Popcorn bowl in hand and tissue box next to me. Because let’s be real, I cry more in television shows and movies than any other person that I have ever met. It’s bad haha.
Reality TV: this is another one that I know a lot of yall most likely indulge in lol. Although, I am no fan of the Kardashians (sorry not sorry to all those who are). For me its shows like the Bachelor/Bachelorette, Dancing with the Stars, any of the TLC Wedding shows lol, or 90-day fiance ( I blame my friends for getting me into this one). I’ve actually been to recordings of the first two, and yes I did fangirl….just a little lol.
Aesthetics: ooooof this is probably my BIGGEST pleasure. I love love LOVE aesthetics; and I take pride in mine, especially on my Instagram and this site. My room, and my new IOS14 screen show it to. I don’t do it because I am concerned with beauty, its actually the exact opposite. I do it because I love appreciating beauty. And it is an artistic way to allow me to express myself through other things I love - such as photography and interior decorating.
Buying flowers for myself: When you don’t have someone romantic in your life to do it, you gotta. Kidding kidding. Flowers, actually plants in general, are proven to boost your mood; so why not spend a few dollars to not only brighten up your house but also your frame of mind. When I am having a bad day, chances are you could probably find me at my local trader joes picking out some fresh flowers or eucalyptus to take home with me.
Sleeping In: I am the type of person that hates sleeping in because I feel like I waste a lot of the day...but with quarantine, I may or may not be sleeping in till like 11 am a few days a week…. Haha, and while I do kick myslef sometimes for doing it, it also feels great. Granted, I don’t go to bed till like 2 or 3 am most nights so if we really think about it I’m getting my much needed and required eight hours lol
Christmas: I love this holiday and season so much. I always talk about how I am a female version of buddy the elf, but even that is an understatement. I am the neighbor that everyone hates because I don’t wait until after Thanksgiving to decorate. As soon as Halloween is over, Christmas arrives lol. My house literally looks like Christmas just exploded everywhere, but in the most aesthetic way of course lol. There isn’t a spot that doesn’t have some type of decor, light, or tinsel. There is just something about the season. It brings me happiness and comfort. And I look forward to it every single year.
Music on Repeat: May or may not be doing this right now….for me, it is currently Lewis Capaldi and Machine Gun Kelley. I know I know, those are two very vastly different music styles. But that’s me lol. I don’t have just a singular music style or artist that I love. So if you see or hear me jamming out, please feel free to join. We love to dance and have karaoke parties here.
Wine and Bath Nights: Men I know that you enjoy this too. Sitting in a tub full of bubbles and a nice smelling bath bomb while you sip on a glass of wine and watch your favorite show. For me its friends. Talk about the best 30 minutes to an hour everrrrrrrrr. So damn relaxing.
Living in the moment: For those that know me and have hung out with me numerous times, know that I love to document things. I love being able to have a picture from that day. Something that captures the essence. But there is also something about living in the moment, and just doing and being. I am working on being better at this and not always having to take a picture or video, and it is actually quickly becoming one of my new favorite things.
Well, there we have it, friends :)
I could have gone on, but these were some of my top pleasures. If you enjoy doing some of these as well, let me know! And if you’re favorite pleasure isn't on there I would love to know what it is if you want to share of course :)
Now if yall need me, I'm gonna go put on my fuzzy slippers, slip into my robe, grab my new fuzzy blanket and go watch some rom coms on the couch while I sip on a nice glass of red wine and eat my lactose-free almond milk chocolate lol.
Till Next week.
Stay Happy. Stay Healthy. Stay Safe. <3
T
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