Autumn 2024 Musings: My Fall Lifestyle Goals

September 22, 2024


The first day of autumn calls for celebration! This season is so magical! The fashion, the weather, the food, the activities - everything is just filled with extra whimsy in autumn. And I know this is a tad morbid, but none of us know how long we have on this earth. Every single day we wake up is a huge blessing. And I'm going to honor that blessing by finding small or large ways to celebrate the every day. Autumn is the perfect season to easily feel re-inspired by life, and now that I'm a member of Parlor, a version of the lifestyle I've always dreamed about is easily accessible. Here's a peek into some activities and environments I want to indulge in this invigorating season. 

  1. Visit a countryside vineyard for a wine-tasting
  2. Take a scenic train ride to new city/country (Canada is calling my name) 
  3. Attend an art gallery event with bubbly or wine 
  4. Go to a NYFW show - signed up for a charity one through Parlor 
  5. Dine alfresco 
  6. Fall picnic in central park 
  7. Explore a castle. Idk why, an enchanting castle is just weighing on my heart so I need to follow through with that wish 
  8. Find cute tea cups in an antique store 
  9. Buy a beautiful nightgown at a vintage shop 
  10. Sip red wine in an outdoor hot tub 
  11. Treat myself to a luxe facial 
  12. Solo date to the new cafe/book store in NYC. I want to order a glass of wine and enjoy a fun seasonal book - there are so many on my bookshelf that I've been needing to read 
  13. Make popcorn and watch a cozy thriller via candle-light 
  14. Make charm bracelets in the city 
  15. Go to a candle-making workshop in Jersey City 
  16. Paint in the park 
  17. Check out QC Spa on Govs Island 
  18. Dine and dance at Gitanos on Govs Island 
  19. Cuddle with baby animals 
  20. Volunteer 

I'd love to hear what's on your bucket list this autumn. We were meant to live a joyous life, not to just sit behind a desk for 8+ hours draining our mental and physical health in exchange for money. Yes, working and earning money is essential to surviving in modern-day society. But my goal this season is to take back as much of my time as possible and truly enjoy my evenings and weekends after I sign-off for the day. 

And one day, I'll find a career that inspires me instead of drains me. But for now, I'll be grateful for the opportunity to earn money in the city of my dreams and will pull through my burnout and exhaustion so I can enjoy life outside of work as much as possible. And for now, I'll find comfort in knowing that I'm disciplined enough and strong enough to show up for work and be a good employee (even though being in an office for 8+ hours makes me spiral and lose my will to live) because I'm taking care of myself - and that is always something to be proud of. 

Sending you lots of love this Exquinox Sunday. 

Love, 
Nia Maria 

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