Springtime Shenanigans: A GSP Guide to Thawing Out Your Soul

MJ Wynn
Mar 20
3 min read

Updated: May 25

✨ Okay fam, can we just take a moment? We. Actually. Made. It. Like, we literally survived another winter of questionable life choices and Netflix marathons. The snow is finally giving up (thank goddess), our feathered friends are back from their bougie southern getaway, and we can step outside without immediately regretting all our life decisions. Spring has entered the chat, and she's brought the good vibes with her. 🌸

Real talk though? My soul's still doing that thing where it's like... partially frozen? You know what I mean? 🥶 Winter-me has been living that hermit life, wrapped in approximately 47 blankets, surviving purely on hot chocolate and seasonal depression naps. But here's the thing about Spring - it's basically nature's version of a glow-up montage. Time to shed those cozy cocoon vibes and embrace our butterfly era (even if we're still figuring out how to work these wings). 🦋

So grab your favorite mug of whatever gets you through the day, and let's walk through this together - your bestie's guide to thawing out and living your best life this season. No pressure, just vibes. ✌️

1. ☀️ The Sun is Actually Your BFF (Even If You're Not Ready to Admit It)

Look, I get it - we've been hardcore hibernating like we're auditioning for a role in "Introvert: The Movie." But bestie, hear me out. That big warm ball in the sky? It misses us. And honestly? Our vitamin D levels are giving "help wanted" vibes.

Start small - maybe just sit by your favorite window with your morning coffee, or take a quick 10-minute walk around the block. Even if you're just standing there like a sleepy sunflower trying to remember how outdoor-ing works, you're doing amazing sweetie. 🌻

2. 👗 The Great Wardrobe Reset (RIP Winter Potato Lewks)

Y'all remember what it feels like to wear actual clothes? Not just those three sweatpants that have become your emotional support besties? Same. But here's the tea - we don't have to jump straight from cozy bear to fashion influencer. Maybe start with that one cute sweater that makes you feel like a human person again. Work your way up to those flowy dresses and springtime fits. And yes, maybe keep those fuzzy socks in rotation because comfort is still queen (and let's be real, Saskatchewan spring is more of a suggestion than a commitment). 🧦✨

3. 🧹 Spring Cleaning: The Emotional Edition

Real talk? This isn't just about finally tackling that corner of doom in your room (you know the one). It's about clearing out all that stagnant winter energy that's been living rent-free in your space AND your mind. Light that fancy candle you've been "saving for a special occasion" - plot twist: today is the occasion! Put on your favorite playlist (mine's currently a chaotic mix of Taylor Swift and meditation beats), and let's get this energy shift started. No pressure to Marie Kondo your entire life - even just opening a window counts as progress. 🕯️

4. 🌿 Nature Therapy for the Chronically Indoor

Listen, if your idea of "connecting with nature" is following plant accounts on Instagram, I see you and I love that for you. But maybe - just maybe - it's time to level up? Treat yourself to those $5 grocery store flowers. Name your succulents after your favorite TV characters (my snake plant is giving major Villanelle energy). Take your WFH setup to a park bench for an hour. Baby steps toward becoming that effortlessly earthy goddess we all have within us (somewhere... probably... maybe under all these coffee cups). ☕

5. ✨ Spring Reset (Because "Rebrand" Feels Like Too Much Pressure)

Here's the beautiful thing about spring - it's like New Year's resolutions but without the January anxiety. Want to try journaling? Cool. Thinking about finally learning how to make bread? Why not. Contemplating a dramatic hair transformation? Maybe let's sleep on that one (speaking from experience and several questionable bang situations). The point is, you get to choose your own adventure here. No pressure to become a completely different person - just a slightly refreshed version of your already amazing self. 🦋