Post divorce gift to myself ideas?

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This is maybe a bit weird but I've just come through a difficult divorce (due to exes behaviour being awful) and I kind of want to mark it for myself somehow in a positive way. My initial instinct was a tattoo or piercing but that felt a little mid-life crisisey and I couldn't decide what i wanted so I've refrained so far from that so I'm looking for suggestions. I can't afford much, about £150 maybe £200 max for something I really love.

As a lone parent with a toddler a holiday probably isn't it right now as while we have travelled it's not exactly relaxing going anywhere! I feel like something that I can keep and look at and feel a bit empowered by would be good. I'm not normally materialistic in any way and tend to value experiences over things so I'm struggling a bit with ideas!

Did anyone else do this or anyone have any ideas?

A pair of boots or a new coat or a fabulous hair cut.

New excellent quality bedding.

What about a really expensive perfume that you would never normally buy. I have just been diagnosed with cancer and bought myself some Hermes perfume (Barenia?). I get to wear it every day and the sensory pleasure comes with me everywhere all day. It’s mature, distinctive and strong - which is what I need to be right now.

Congrats on coming through it - and congrats again on focusing and caring for yourself - most of us have had that rinsed out of us. Best of luck

Flower subscription? Freddies Flowers, Arena Flowers, even Interflora offer them. Every month you'll have a new bouquet to remind you of your freedom!

I bought myself a giraffe lamp that my ex would have absolutely hated and put it in the hall so it’s the first thing you see when you enter the house - now MY house. Felt good

I’m having my 3 diamond engagement ring made into a pair of earrings and a pendant. Cost minimal because the value of the gold will cover most of the cost (though I’m going to upgrade to platinum for a bit extra).

That's a great attitude to take to lifes hardships @Wirrrrrral it's amazing how when things are really tough you realise there's a strength you didn't know you had. I hope you continue finding yours along your journey and take care of yourself. Xx

So funny, I was driving along this afternoon thinking 'as soon as my divorce is over I'm definitely getting Botox' 😂

Love this idea for a thread OP!

Oh I would get the tattoo.

A kindle for reading in bed blissfully alone.

Beautfil cotton sheets for your bed.

Blanketd and throws and candles to make your home all yours and cosy.

A great speaker to blast your own choice of music.

Can you tell I recently got divorced 😁😁😁😁

Buy the best you can afford of whatever you love. Might be a coffee machine!

A new vibrator! Who needs a man!

I’m getting a ring. I really miss my wedding/engagement rings so looking for a non-engagement ring replacement.

I had a small inheritance recently from a family member, spending up to £800 on the ring and banking the rest (£5k). The relative would’ve approved. She loved rings and was divorced herself.

Just need to find the right ring now! Probably going to go vintage in either my birthstone, my daughters or the relatives.

This thread is great. It's a long time since I got divorced - I had long hair and I got it cut really short. That made me feel great.
Enjoy whatever you decide

Also came to say photoshoot for the both of you. It’s symbolic of your fresh start and art for the wall.

Great advice !