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[@DianeinDenmark]

Let me know which self-care option(s) you choose! And where do you normally eat your lunch or dinner? At your desk, dining table, in front of the TV? 📺 We eat dinner in the kitchen but if I'm alone I love to eat in front of the TV! 😁🎉 And here's the podcast link 🔗🔗🎙podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/finding-a-routine-that-works-for-you-with-diane-in-denmark/id1790271119?i=1000685138876

[@mariahwilson6505]

Self care for me will be playing guitar - I am learning and finding it very fun/challenging. We eat at the kitchen table and once in a while on the couch to watch a little KZbin 😊. Thank you SO much for the encouraging video ❤

[@ReneeDennis-x8h]

I do the same, the kitchen table if anyone is home, but in front of the TV if Hubby is away or it’s a movie night!

[@kamloopscruiser874]

Recently widowed, meals are in front of the tv, enjoying KZbin. As spring arrives -out on the deck of my apartment. Self-care for me is my gym time at least 2 x a week preferably 3. Grocery pickup and online shopping so I don’t stray from my list and remember the healthy choices and budget. I cook a full 4 portion meal - eat twice, freeze 2. Frozen veggies are easier to make just what I need. My skincare routine morning and night are my relaxing bookends of my day. Bedtime I read a little bit then Bible and prayers.

[@christycompton4482]

For my self care, I do something I call "Fine China Friday." I make use of my fine china, so it is used more than a handful of times per year.

[@lynnebrooks4961]

In front of TV. We don't have a dining or kitchen table. We turned the dining room into a home gym during the pandemic and never looked back😊. I bought a long patio table last spring, but we've only used it once.

[@CynthiaMiller-cc3qj]

Had an unexpected guest stop by today. She’s never been here before. After sitting down she said “your house is so neat & tidy”. I was so proud. Made me feel so good!

[@DianeinDenmark]

Wonderful, Cynthia!

[@carolchamberlain-og8yn]

Ha ha. I don’t watch tv after cleaning up from dinner, I watch Diane in Denmark on KZbin!

[@rw7806]

We need to hear more about the 100k celebration with your kids! It was such a goal for SO long we need to savor your win.

[@DianeinDenmark]

Will let you know! 🙏😃

[@kmac2482]

Happy weekend!

[@RenateDellmann]

90 years old, and the best": 😅 when it takes two minutes, do it now. Thank you, a lot is getting done since you gave that advice

[@ginawells5650]

Over the last two days I was serving customers in a retail DIY setting and I complimented two ladies on their colours and they beamed back at me full of gratitude and of course I felt good to add a little joy to their day ❤❤❤

[@donmetz11]

🩷 Compliments to YOU Diane!!! You are very brave to sit there and be cheerful and encouraging to us! We, in the U.S, our hearts are with you in these ugly times when everything is upside down. It is important to keep our homes a refuge of cleanliness and sanity and coziness! You are a constant bright light and an example of warmth and positivity! Thank you! 🩷👍👏🥰🌷🌸🦋

[@karena8333]

Yes, exactly what I was thinking. You said it so well. Thank you Diane. You’re the best! ❤

[@mrsstrople]

Hello, young conservative Canadian here. Just want ti encourage you to diversify where you get your news from. Good times are certainly ahead for America!

[@shallimolinda]

Completely agree how much our home has become a refuge, especially after working diligently on the excess/clutter. Glad we are in this together with so many others 💛 shari MN 🇺🇸

[@susanlynch6680]

Sorry to hear about "ugly times." Can you explain?

[@susanlynch6680]

@@mrsstrople Thank you, I agree. Those who expect the worst contribute nothing to positive outcomes!

[@PeacefulNature888]

And for self care on Monday i am getting my mammogram! ❤

[@DianeinDenmark]

👏🤩

[@thatswhatisaid8908]

Oh what fun 😅. Can you buy yourself some flowers or chocolate on the way home? I would!

[@Yft7892]

Love, love, love getting to enjoy three videos a week! Thank you so much!

[@mariecowley9331]

Diane you are the best! Everytime I watch your videos I get a massive motivation boost 🌟💛🌟

[@DianeinDenmark]

I'm so glad, Marie, and THANK YOU!

[@thatswhatisaid8908]

I'm pretty certain there are no fruits or vegetables available locally which I haven't already tried. And I don't own a TV. I might have lunch outside if it isn't too hot, (I'm in Australia.) But I will be giving compliments all week. Speaking of which, I'd like to express my appreciation of YOU, Diane! Your happy upbeat attitude and cheeful smile always lift my spirits. You have built a lovely community here, and I want to compliment them also on being so friendly and kind.

[@shallimolinda]

Compliments are at the heart of a cheerful, happy heart. You've got me thinking about the limited same fruits and vegetables we have here in our rural area. I'm thinking of trying a new way to prepare an old favorite 😋 best wishes from MN 🇺🇸

[@reginaquinones4190]

Always grateful for you cheering us on to take care of ourselves!

[@glendaslanina9939]

Hi Diane…..we eat breakfast at the kitchen table and I eat my lunch there also. If the weather is nice, I eat in the garden and spend some time reading there. 🌸

[@DianeinDenmark]

Love that, Glenda! Alfresco is best!

[@abigailsmith962]

Self care - I changed my routine a month ago. I start the day with 10 minutes on a cross trainer to wake myself up, and I take 40-60 minutes out of the day to walk the dog to a local park for fresh air, exercise, trees and open space. It's been a game-changer for me, I have so much more energy for getting everything else done. Also, I have an allotment and the reward of spending time outdoors and seeing things grow is a joy. Sow some seeds, tend them, watch them grow. Often caring for something else can fill your own cup ❤

[@michellejack9794]

I followed the Fly Lady system years ago when my children were young and I worked outside of the home full time. As time went on and the children moved out it slowly left my daily routine. I love that I have found you. It gives me the motivation to start again. Simple things like decluttering/cleaning one drawer at a time or emptying the dishwasher when it has finished so we can put the dirty dishes away. It is amazing how much accumulates with just two people in the house. THANK YOU for your always smiling face.

[@PeggieBrown]

I know I've seen one of YT videos because I remember your lovely accent. I'm in a different season of life and you're just what the Dr ordered. My husband and I are "mature"😅 and are making things more convenient for ourselves in the same house so everything is pretty much upside down. Not much self-care time but I do love to read so I'll be looking for some of those books you mentioned. I'm also going to watch your previous videos. Thank you for popping up on my videos.!!!

[@DianeinDenmark]

Thanks, Peggie!

[@lisamccauley395]

I love the idea of looking outward this week and complimenting others for our own self care! Thank you!🎉🎉🎉🎉

[@wendygaonach3908]

I bought some rye bread today to try for lunches, and it was delicious! I also like to watch movies on French tv in the evenings... sometimes they're American movies available in English, and although they might be older, we've been in France for almost ten years now, so often it's new to us!

[@DianeinDenmark]

Sounds great, Wendy! 📺

[@michelcristina797]

My favorite streaming is Britbox. British crime dramas are soooo much better than American ones 💖

[@5Ducklings]

Which two crime dramas are a good place to start dipping in to Brit crime dramas? :)

[@michelcristina797]

@ Shetland. Northern Lights. Any of them are really good. If you google Britbox you can find which shows are available.

[@connieaaron5743]

Self-care: paying myself compliment. I keep seeing messages about being kind to me, loving myself. Instead of saying should, could, better, i say yes i deserved time to "play" and rest. In tge past i convinced myself only selfish people think they deserve anything because selfish people were telling me they deserved my time and money. I have learned during this season i do deserve without other people's intent.

[@laurenlancaster4010]

I love paying someone a compliment! Makes his/her day and mine. 😊

[@trishtraynor]

My self care is a new sofa with electrical reclining feature. My auld bones struggle with standing if a chair is too low so I splashed out! ( In the Argos sale, I'm no daft ). Donated my other sofa which looked lovely was far too low. 💖

[@MargaretMoran-z5y]

You, Diane, are my inspiration. I’m on track with what needs to be done because of you. Thank you!❤

[@jessicamiller2419]

We love you Diane! I’m a mom of a toddler and a 5 month old. I’m never able to get into the deep cleaning… but your videos inspire me to just keep going with baby steps every week. For self care I will be painting my nails and doing teeth whitening strips!

[@missystarlight5]

Always there to cheer us up. Give us a good feeling and always good looking. Thanks Diane! (You may guess which self care I choose 😂)

[@DevonThreadTales]

Hia Diane, I only found your channel a few weeks ago, and have been watching lots of your videos - and subscribed since. I love your style, or home decor and really love all your hints and tips on life, decluttering routines etc - thank you ❤

[@elizabethlangheim7214]

Having quiche for the first time in a long time.

[@kimmyers9170]

I love a lot of those same TV shows. One not on your list that I bet you'd love is Vera. The final season (14th) just showed here in the US. I'm really going to miss it! We mostly eat in front of the TV, but other than that don't actually watch that much TV. Your new haircut looks great!

[@Yft7892]

As regards self -care, I‘m going for a cosy crime TV series. Can‘t wait!

[@susiemejia7917]

Your videos are a bright spot ever time I watch. ❤

[@pennyheinrich5552]

Love your hair Diane. And the blue, definitely your color!!!

[@theresapalmer7892]

I bought myself a visual timer, 15 minutes, perfect.

[@elysekelly4352]

Tomorrow, I am starting Flylady baby steps. Looking forward to your laundry video.

[@thatswhatisaid8908]

I'm doing that too! It's already Feb 1 here, so I'm going to shine my sink after I finish defrosting the freezer!

[@leandra1462]

I will be paying someone a compliment today😁

[@lisametcalfe640]

Liking that nail colour, Diane! I'm avoiding completing an assignment by watching your video! (The perfectionist in me is procrastinating but I just need to GET IT DONE!) Back to it, so I get some me time this weekend.

[@DianeinDenmark]

Ha ha, use a timer for your assignment, Lisa - good luck!

[@porgie2-28-21]

I will do #1 and #4 I will try a new recipe AND I will compliment others.

[@connieaaron5743]

4 weeks into the year, 2 out of 4 werks included unexpected and expected guests. Putting away christmas and doing deep clean in guest room. I got most done but didnt get everything accomplished. I can hit those not done areas when i clean that space weekly between now and next deep clean in 6 months. Today i had the spoons to do the swish and wipe of main floor bath and kutchen counters - a daily task i had not gotten to during guest time and recovery (i used all my spoons last week thru Tuesday and took Wednesday and before daughter's appointment yesterday as recovery and recharge that included crafting, reading, watching TV and cell phone). February will be deep clean of office space and a dumping spot for things i dont have a place. The waiter has arrived, i must pay this bill of dump and run lol!!! Thanks for tjus vudeo of fetting back on track along with self-care.

[@DianeinDenmark]

👏👏👏🤩

[@lisawallace9843]

Have a great day, Diane!

[@jeanbaxter8791]

In the USA, the Mallorca Files show is on Amazon Prime. I've had a good time watching it. I miss going to the UK and Europe and it brings back good memories. It's a lot like the American TV show Castle. You get me through the week and I'm forever grateful. Best wishes to you for getting to 100k!

[@LindaPagel]

Thanks for your encouragement and practical tips. Congratulations on 100k subscribers! Love your new haircut too!❤

[@DianeinDenmark]

Thanks, Linda!

[@nancyland9349]

Love both your reading recommendations and TV series suggestions. Thanks Diane!

[@sabinek.6927]

Have a nice weekend 😊❤

[@jenniferobrien7742]

Your hair looks great! I'm going to try the rye bread. It looks really tasty. Thanks for the self care tips. I've got the TV too myself tonight so no football or similar so I'm going to find some Agatha Christie!

[@DianeinDenmark]

👏🤩📺

[@mirabell9362]

You are looking lovely today Diane. I intended to say that before you mentioned compliments! Thank you for your help and time. Love from the UK

[@haiku5756]

Thanks, Diane, for great ideas! I started watching "Vienna Blood" last week on your recommendation and am really enjoying it (it's on PBS in the US). Rah, rah, rah!

[@mafteimarinela8190]

Thank you Diane! Speaking of self care... I did my eyebroews to a salon today. Just 10 euro and I feel great. ❤❤❤

[@DianeinDenmark]

Wonderful, Maftei!

[@tarabartlett2184]

I love paying people compliments! I do they usually anyway, so I’ll opt for trying a new food combination.

[@DianeinDenmark]

Type 1 fun! 👏🤩

[@PeacefulNature888]

Already at 104k!! Love your channel 😍🎉❤

[@DianeinDenmark]

Yay! Thank you!

[@PeacefulNature888]

@@DianeinDenmark ❤️

[@ShannonHassouneh-gg9gn]

You are so inspiring! Have a wonderful weekend.

[@DianeinDenmark]

Thank you! You too, Shannon!

[@sarahdebeer4302]

Have a great weekend. My self care is going to be trying a new food from my local Eastern European shop. 😊

[@DianeinDenmark]

Yum! 👏🤩

[@pcheramy]

Your videos are the absolute best thing ever! Thank you for continuing to be there helping and encouraging all of us. Your self-care missions are so helpful for me! It's always the first thing to go and I really appreciate how you not only give permission, but emphasize the importance of, self care. 💅

[@DianeinDenmark]

You are so welcome, Paula!

[@cindymumma9238]

Love this. So helpful. When your older and fully retired its so easy to either feel overwhelmed or just put it off. This works ❤ You do keep me motivated!! Housekeeping keep it minimal 15 minutes. For self care I always eat in front of the tv. So for me it will be eating at the table. TV I just watched last night new season Ep one Father Brown. Thank you

[@yasmindias9062]

Great video. I like to watch: Fayher Brown and Midsomer Murders. Also Escape to the Country and Grand Designs. Love yr informative, upbeat videos. Rah rah rah❤

[@DianeinDenmark]

Thanks, Yasmin!

[@everythingthathinders6922]

We have the exact same taste in television programs! I'm sure I will love the books you recommend as well! I don't have a mug that belonged to my mom, but I have enjoyed watching the television programs that she was watching when she died. And watching new seasons as they go on. My mom passed away in 2018 at age 80. My mom loved her routines, and routines keep me grounded! My self care today is to spend some time sewing. I don't get the chance often enough. 😊 My brain has been everywhere today, so thank you for these grounding reminders!! ❤

[@DianeinDenmark]

🙏😊

[@debraarmstrong298]

Have a wonderful weekend, Diane. The blue sweater is definitely your color. I'm going to watch a new movie this weekend and give some compliments ❤ . 🎉🎉🎉

[@CathDu-g6z]

Hi Diane I'm recent new subscriber. I just love your videos, they really have helped me get my act together. Thank you so much for taking the time to make these videos which I really appreciate. You are always so positive and upbeat. Have a great weekend.

[@DianeinDenmark]

You are so welcome, Cath! And WELCOME here! 👋😃

[@OfcBlarneyfife]

❤ u Diane!!

[@DianeSherman-w6q]

Speaking of self care… Love your hair cut darling!

[@DianeinDenmark]

Yay! Thank you! 🤩

[@KellyLagna]

Hi Diane, great video, I tried a different word search puzzle last week. I enjoyed it.I changed sheets did laundry and swiffered floors.We usually eat in Kitchen. In the summer we will sit outside for lunch and Dinner sometimes. Now I'm reading my book. We don't really watch TV.Sometimes we will watch a DVD. Love your new hairstyle it looks good.Loving the blue. Have a great weekend.

[@DianeinDenmark]

Enjoy your weekend, Kelly!

[@cathyb6358]

I love comedies, Hallmark movies, and anything of historic significance.

[@ewilson9435]

Yes self care.

[@heartquaked]

Thank you Diane. Have a wonderful weekend!

[@dianeh1408]

We always eat tea at the table in our kitchen/dining room and breakfast and lunch at the breakfast bar. We don’t have a tv in this room so never eat in front of the tv. My self care this coming week will be to watch a new tv series. I tend to watch house and travel programmes so I may look for a drama series. Thanks for going back to the 3 vlogs a week, I find them very motivating.

[@lorettazaharias9692]

like the book recommendations 💗 📖

[@rosannecoleman3684]

thank you thank you for the self care tips and the book and TV recoomendations.❤❤❤

[@DianeinDenmark]

My pleasure, Rosanne!

[@dm-31024]

😮 thank you Diane! 0:35 that is EXACTLY the situation: tired & sore, but if you tell me what to do I can do it… just tell me what to do. 👍Thx!❤

[@DianeinDenmark]

🙏😊

[@joantbrown]

Thank you Diane. I was feeling a bit blah today, but you always cheer me up. I love Death in Paradise, going to watch an episode on iplayer, once I have done my 15 minute declutter. 🎉😀💖

[@debbiemize2269]

So love your guiding videos! And that blue looks beautiful on you!

[@aliblue3605]

I cleaned the town home today, took our dog for a walk, cleaned our dog’s dishes, now KZbin time. Got excited about your new video.

[@erikabossie]

❤ great suggestions ! we are watching Winterwatch and Sherwood season 2. It is time for my husband and me to relax. 🎉

[@LaLaCindy226]

Cheers to you Diane!! I have been listening to Murder on a Cornish Isle per your recommendation and am really enjoying it. ❤❤❤🎉🎉🎉

[@DianeinDenmark]

👋😃

[@cmoore99]

Happy Friday! I think I will eat in the dining room for a change. I love the format of this video. The visual of going to each room and the charts are great. I will be watching it a lot. Thank you! Have a good weekend! 💜💜💜

[@suer292]

Hi lovely positive video. I like watching Silent Witness, call the midwife and also enjoy re runs of Downtown Abbey, Grantchester, I loved Morse. Have a great weekend 🌿

[@jackiebowen6239]

It's a good reminder about grounding again when overwhelmed. Love the TV recommendations; I find a lot of mediocrity out there when I randomly search on my own. Thanks for the video, Diane 💙

[@kcf4557]

Thank you for the motivation Diane, it's working!!! 🎉🎉🎉

[@DianeinDenmark]

Yay!!!

[@GCBookworm]

Watching while sat at my desk for the first time in over 5yrs (still in the middle of my early midlife declutter). Thanks for keeping me company through all this, Diane. I get confused with fly lady about the different types of session: power hour, detailed lean, weekly upkeep, swish & swipe, focus on a zone/zones/not, etc. I really appreciate the self-care ideas, especially at this time of year! I’ve booked 1.5 weeks leave from work starting just after Valentine’s Day for a bit of a rest and recharge to get me through the rest of winter into early spring as a self-care top-up. Love your cosy crime suggestions. You’ve inspired me to start a list of TV I regularly like to watch - sunny settings, cosy crime, military, quizzes & period/literary adaptations. BBC’s strike was good this series.

[@ahicks414]

Whoa! You're right. I miss your videos oftentimes because I start one, then get a wild hair and off I go. Just now took an armload of things to the basement, started a load of laundry, and brought up something to help make dinner. I'M SO GLAD YOU POINTED OUT THAT YOUR VIDEOS DO THAT TO PEOPLE! LOL. Loving it! The Closer old TV series always does that to me, too, so I know it's a thing.

[@africke744]

Thank you Diane. Indeed, I remember the Van der Valk theme tune from when my mum watched it - while ironing of course 😅 PS I'm quite jealous of you getting French TV too. We only have German channels. (But to be fair, I am in Germany 😂) I think the 'pay someone a compliment ' self-care is a wonderful idea! It's definitely my pick. Best wishes, Anne

[@DianeinDenmark]

I'm so glad I'm not the only one who can still whistle the theme tune! 👏😂

[@Dublin1008]

Thanks so much Diane ❤ I totally lost it this week , I am in the middle of chaos😢 far to many appointments this week. Your video gave me hope ❤

[@DianeinDenmark]

You are so welcome, Dublin!

[@debbiefulginiti170]

My self care this week is to try a new food item. I also want to compliment you, Diane on your new hair cut. You look fabulous!

[@majaknutson5213]

💜🌸NICE TIPS AS ALWAYS DIANE 😊

[@DianeinDenmark]

Thanks so much, Maja!

[@everythingthathinders6922]

We eat dinner in the kitchen or in front of the TV! 😅 I was just thinking that we could eat in the dining area because we can actually see the TV from there! 😂 But if we turn around we have a great view out the back window. 😊

[@DianeinDenmark]

👏👏👏🤩

[@jenforbes661]

All 4 self care ideas appeal to me, so good for our brains to change things up. My son gave me some Japanese curry flavour cubes at Christmas, must give them a try! I enjoy recorded tv shows such as House Hunters international and the British, Escape to the country.....love getting to know parts of the UK.

[@jeannebowes2898]

You are looking so beautiful! Zone five is all done, It is my Zone 1 as well, so I worked on my pantry Zone 2. It was win win week sharing with neighbors. Hunkering down for weather to start on us tonight, and are forewarned about possible power losses since heavy ice is predicted. I enjoy evening hot tea next to the gas fire, The companable cat likes to sleep on the corner of my cozy throw.

[@marthaosborne9625]

My dear friend brought over some popcorn and watched an episode of Outlander with me!!

[@rosealeehixon963]

🎉 I actually do all four self-care items, yay! I generally eat breakfast and lunch at the dining room table, lunch once in a while at the kitchen table. Where I eat supper (dinner) varies between the dining room table or in front of the television depending on how messy/needs cutting the food is. My favorite television show currently is 'It's Okay to Be Not Okay,' a subtitled Korean series. Happy Friday❣️

[@Tejjan]

Fun idea to try something new from the supermarket. I will give that a go. 😊

[@theresepazell7875]

Hi Diane love your hair..Been sick for three weeks with cough and phelem finally got medicine the 5 minutes helped along w the 15,min..Thank you..Take care b safe.

[@rosaliemekki9009]

I watch a serie called HPI a french fun serie😊

[@helenaroxbigtime]

Thank you so much. You always look amazing.

[@kc2402]

Love your videos!! Thank you so much for the advice. You are a true blessing. Love you upbeat and motivating energy ❤❤❤

[@janiceee7345]

Giggling still about "Moomin flavored(!?!) Pepparkakor" TeeHeeHee! Thanks for another positive vibes video! Self-care: Lovely tea in Fav Fossils Mug from daughter(!) while watching your channel!

[@DianeinDenmark]

You are so welcome, Janice!

[@zaramasterton2684]

Thank you Diane for an uplifting video.

[@olive_baci5613]

Thank you, Diane. Your work is truly an oasis in this mad world of ours. P.S I really appreciate your ideas regarding cosy murder books/series.

[@shesatthevicarage]

Thank you. Great self care challenges.

[@micheledryden1057]

I spent several hours showing my friend some of the thrift stores in our area. We had a spot if lunch and had a delightful time getting to know each other better!! 😊

[@MissPurbeck]

Watching 'Brokenwood' is my self care, even the repeats, because there's a bit of humour and music as well. Sister Boniface is a more recent watch as well.

[@UpstateGrammy]

Have a wonderful weekend, Diane! I choose #4 for selfcare. 🦋🦋🦋

[@bethanystarks9783]

I’m choosing to give someone a compliment. It’s funny, I try to do this often, but I’ve never seen it as self-care. But I do feel so lighthearted afterward. So let me start here: you always have such a delightful positive attitude. You bring light to my day and make me feel that keeping the house clean is something that is doable. I appreciate you so much! 🩷

[@DianeinDenmark]

Thank you so much, Bethany!

[@gabberna]

I’ve got your podcast episode cued up to to listen to once I get through some audiobooks. Great self care options! Your last one #4 is on my list (somewhat different). My new coworker actually wrote a book and I have it on hold at the library! Excited to surprise her with my new read to show her support.