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Mini Workshop

Romantic Self-Care with Jane Austen

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Carrie Scharf
Aug 21, 2025
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“My idea of good company… is the company of clever, well-informed people, who have a great deal of conversation.” – Jane Austen

Dearest Friend,

Welcome to a fragrant adventure where literature and self-care entwine. In this mini workshop, we will wander through the pages of Pride and Prejudice—not with ink-stained fingers, but with essential oils swirling in the air, carrying us closer to the heart of Jane Austen’s beloved world.

Together, we’ll explore:
✨ Literary-inspired essential oil blends – carefully crafted to reflect the charm, wit, and romance of Pride and Prejudice.
✨ Quotations and reflections – moments of wisdom and delight from Austen’s novel paired with blends for mood, journaling, and self-care.
✨ Practical applications – simple, enjoyable ways to bring these blends into your daily rituals, from skincare to aromatherapy, journaling, and slow living. We’ll also journal, take a walk, and enjoy a hot beverage.

Much like Elizabeth Bennet found joy in a simple country walk or Mr. Darcy cherished moments of quiet reflection, you too can infuse your own days with elegance, calm, and charm. Each blend you’ll encounter is paired with a quote from the novel, connecting scent to story, and imagination to practice.

In this workshop, you’ll discover:
💐 Essential oil blends inspired by the characters and moods of Pride & Prejudice
📖 Quotations that tie scent to story for reflection and journaling
🕯️ Creative ways (recipes) to use your blends in skincare and self-care.
🌸 Journal prompts from your favorite Pride & Prejudice characters.

💐Walking as self-Care: Elizabeth’s Inspiration ☕Tea, Coffee, and Hot chocolate: Sips of Reflection

Think of this as a gathering in the drawing room—where teacups clink, pages rustle, and scents of lavender, rose, and bergamot fill the air. By the end, you’ll have a set of blends inspired by your favorite characters and scenes, ready to add a little Austen magic to your everyday.

So brew a cup of tea, light a candle, and prepare your oils. Let us begin this gentle adventure together.

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