Intro

Love. Love hears us, caresses us and knows us. We think of love as existing outside of us or as something to receive. In reality, it is the very fabric of our being, which we can tap into whenever we please.

We associate February 14th with a specific kind of relationship, ignoring its presence beyond this. Love is present when you cuddle your dog. Love is present when you water your plants. Love is present when a song gives you goosebumps. Love is present when you dance. Love is present when you extend kindness to strangers.

This Valentine’s Day, take a moment to nurture the most intimate love you know–that which exists within yourself. 

“...Spend your life loving, not seeking love. Ocean need not seek water.” Dr. Jaiya John

Speak Gentle Words to Yourself

Listen to some affirmations here. Write them down on paper or repeat them in the mirror! These are some of our favorites:

“Life is coming from me, not at me”

“Things are always working out for me no matter how it looks from any point in time”

“I attract abundance, effortlessly”

The Most Magical Bath

Here are some special ingredients we recommend: 

Epsom salts, Lavender Oil, Rose petals, Vanilla-scented candles/Vanilla extract, Honey, Rose Quartz, and Pink Candles

Chocolate and Wine

As if we need another reason to indulge, 70% Dark Chocolate or higher can reduce inflammation, improve focus and contains minerals like magnesium, iron, and zinc. In moderation, red wine can raise HDL levels, aka the “good” cholesterol, and can ‘bad” cholesterol levels from rising. 

We recommend having a chocolate/wine taste test. Close your eyes and let your senses become overtaken. Describe what you taste. What are aromas do you smell? Do notes change as the chocolate melts on your tongue?

We recommend this quick read by The Boston Winery on what makes this pair so perfect together. 

Self-Love Sanctuary 

Designate a physical space in your home with little trinkets that bring warmth to your heart. You can add pictures of friends and family, special books or favorite perfumes/scents. 

Consider Hellbent's Signature Scent Incense or our "Focus" Art Print Collection!

Sealed With A Kiss

We are energy, built of the very fabric of existence–Love. It aligns us with people, careers and passions. Every kindness, hug and dance is a manifestation of this universal code. You are already Love, it’s literally in our DNA. We encourage you to include these little habits into your daily routines. 

Tell us–how do you show love to yourself?

“Love is, above all, the gift of oneself” - Jean Anouilh