When Winter Hits, the Tropics Matter More Than Ever!
In this episode, Tom checks in from a frosty Houston morning following a rare arctic blast and reflects on why moments like these make a personal tropical escape at home more important than ever.
Between dealing with the cold, juggling multiple creative projects, and doing volunteer work, Tom shares an honest update on what’s happening behind the scenes at Cerulean Bay and why the podcast is temporarily moving to a biweekly schedule for the first quarter of the year.
Tom also focuses on how to start from square one when creating a tropical escape, especially if you’re craving calm, warmth, and renewal.
Tom walks through foundational questions to help you define your version of a tropical retreat.
Tom provides practical guidance about building mood boards, defining your story before spending money and how to avoid becoming overwhelmed. He also provides super important tips for buying art and décor abroad including:
Tom also provides words of encouragement while reminder his listeners to slow down, ask the right questions, stay intentional, and choose authenticity over trends.
As winter starts to fade and spring approaches, this is the perfect time to reimagine your space, reclaim your calm, and design a retreat that supports your mental wellbeing. So take a breath, find your starting point, and start planning that escape… at home! 🌴
Links mentioned in the show:
Shop Cerulean Bay's Online Market!
Planning Your Tropical Escape At Home
Tropical vs Coastal: Accents Will Determine Where You Land
