A Holiday Self-Care and Baking Day in Australia (Making Time for Myself)

Christmas is all about tradition, family, and slowing down to enjoy the season—something I’ve realized is even more important when living abroad. In today’s video, I’m baking my favorite holiday treats, embracing self-care, and embracing new traditions for myself in Australia. Join me as I take a step back from the holiday chaos and focus on making time for the things that bring me joy. If you’re living away from home or just need a reminder to slow down this season, I hope this video inspires you to do something for yourself and start building new traditions you’ll cherish for years to come. CINNAMON ROLLS: https://sallysbakingaddiction.com/easy-cinnamon-rolls-from-scratch/ ----- CHOC CHIP COOKIES: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jWZ-NQOu6gQ choc chip cookie ingredients: 110g unsalted butter, melted 150g light brown sugar 115g granulated sugar 1 large egg 1tsp vanilla 200g plain flour ½tsp bicarbonate of soda ½tsp salt 200g chocolate chips ----- 💌 Join My Mini Monday Pep Talks & Newsletter Get a short & sweet (under 5 min) voice note every Monday with motivation, real talk & life lessons—straight to your inbox. Plus, my newsletter with behind-the-scenes updates, personal growth stories & more! 📩 Subscribe here: https://lifebyjamie.substack.com/ 📲 Follow Along in Real Time ✨ Instagram: @lifebyjamie 👋 Hey, I’m Jamie! I packed up my life and moved to the other side of the world in my 20s, and ever since, I’ve been on a journey of self-discovery, independence & personal growth. I believe stepping outside your comfort zone is one of the greatest gifts you can give yourself. I create videos for women who are learning to take up space, embrace their independence, and romanticize their lives. Whether you're looking for: 🌍 Solo adventures & day trips 💭 Personal growth & mindset shifts 💡 Self-care & everyday motivation …you’ll find relatable and inspiring content here. Let’s grow together! 📺 More Videos Like This: 🔹 Solo Adventures & Day Trips: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL2Gfv7PahD8R023o-9j0wDbV0KnkYHQmx 🔹 Personal Growth & Mindset: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL2Gfv7PahD8QFTXJZUtn_rAbfVHxhIP39 🔹 Day in the Life Vlogs: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL2Gfv7PahD8RwQlLo4QihQPf14NfKxHGT 🔗 Explore More 📌 Everything in one place: https://msha.ke/lifebyjamie 💬 Let’s Connect! 👍 Enjoyed this video? Like & Subscribe for more solo adventure & personal growth content! 💬 Let me know your thoughts in the comments! 📩 Business Inquiries: lifebyjinfo@gmail.com ⚠️ Some links may be affiliate links, which means I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you