December Cozy Glow Up Challenge: 31 Days to Reset for 2025

Last Updated on December 9, 2024

The holidays are here, and while it’s the season of joy, let’s be real—it’s also prime stress season. Between the endless to-do lists, gift shopping, and family obligations, it’s easy to lose sight of your own needs.

That’s where the December Cozy Glow-Up Challenge comes in. It’s a simple, intentional way to slow down, reset, and actually enjoy the end of the year. This challenge is all about creating small moments of coziness, self-care, and reflection to help you step into 2025 feeling recharged.

Let’s break it down, day by day, so you can jump in at any time and start glowing up—your way.

Pin the photo below so you can save it and refer back all month long!

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What Is the Cozy Glow-Up Challenge?

It’s 31 days of bite-sized actions that focus on YOU. From decluttering a messy space to savoring your favorite hot drink, each day is designed to help you relax, reflect, and prepare for the year ahead.

The best part? These are realistic ideas that don’t require hours of time or a big budget. Because self-care shouldn’t feel like another chore!

Why You Should Join

Reset Your Mindset: The holidays can leave you feeling frazzled. This challenge gives you space to focus on your needs, thoughts, and goals.
Create New Habits: Small, daily actions like journaling or organizing your planner can snowball into bigger positive changes in 2025.
Find Joy in the Little Things: Cozy doesn’t have to mean extravagant. It’s about cherishing those simple, soul-soothing moments.

Challenge Highlights

Here are a few standout days to get excited about:

Day 2: Light a Candle & Self-Reflect
There’s nothing like a warm candle glow to set the tone for some introspection. Grab your journal and reflect on what’s been working for you (and what hasn’t).
Day 9: Pamper Yourself Today
Whether it’s a DIY face mask or a bubble bath, this is your day to treat yourself like royalty.
Day 16: Cook a Comfort Food
Whip up your favorite cozy recipe. Comfort food has a way of soothing your soul—and your taste buds.
Day 27: Create a 2025 Theme Word
What’s your focus for the new year? Pick one word that embodies your goals and intentions. Think: balance, joy, growth.
Day 31: Step Into Your New Persona
This is your big moment! Reflect on who you want to be in 2025 and take one intentional action to embody that version of yourself.

How to Get Started

Save the Challenge: Head to this post and bookmark it!
Share Your Glow-Up: Snap a pic or post a story each day you complete a challenge. Tag me @AmbitiouslyAlexa so I can cheer you on!
Customize It: Feel free to swap days around or repeat your favorites—this is YOUR challenge, after all.

Your Cozy December Awaits

This challenge isn’t about perfection or doing it all—it’s about sprinkling a little extra joy and care into your December. By the time 2025 rolls around, you’ll feel more grounded, glowing, and ready to tackle the new year.

So, what do you say? Are you in? Let’s make this December your coziest one yet!

What’s the first challenge you’re excited to tackle? Let me know in the comments below! And don’t forget to follow along on my Instagram for cozy updates all month long.

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