Reenchant Your Life: Turning the Mundane into Magic

I saw this quote on Facebook and fell in love with it, particularly the part about feeding the birds. I focus on bird food and water on a regular basis. As I write, a hummingbird is dancing in the window, reminding me to put in more sugar water.

Allying with the crow queen had me laughing. I have a regular crow queen in the yard, and I love the idea. Actually, I’m making an alliance with all the birds in my sideyard photo studio. If I feed and water you, I expect you to pose long enough for me to get a good photo!

After I read that quote, I began thinking about how I could add more fun and magic to the mundane. I had a few errands to run—a trip to the pharmacy, picking up groceries, and feeding the birds in my garden. Not exactly the stuff of fairy tales, right? But what if I told you I turned these tasks into something magical by changing my mindset?

Here’s how I did it:

First, instead of going to the pharmacy, I told myself I was heading to the apothecary to buy a potion. (Yes, my usual allergy medication suddenly felt much more exciting.) Walking down the aisles, I imagined each bottle holding some ancient remedy with secret powers. The pharmacist? She became the village healer in this little adventure.

Next up was the farmer’s market. It wasn’t a hot, steamy barn; it was the marketplace in a bustling medieval town, and I was on a side quest to gather supplies for a grand feast. (I mean, choosing the best tomatoes suddenly had much more significance.) I haggled with each vendor. I sought counsel from the old farmer for the best melons of the week. Each item I added to my cart was like finding a hidden treasure. And let me tell you, when you see your shopping list as a quest, it is more fun.

I was finally feeding the birds. It could have been just a quick chore, but instead, I decided I was forming an alliance with the crow queen (and the yellow finch who finally reappeared. (I might have thrown in an extra handful of seeds as an offering.) As I watched the birds gather, I imagined them as my loyal companions, each one playing its part in our garden kingdom.

Now, let’s talk about how you can do this too.

You have choices here—because life is all about the little choices we make, right? You can:

  1. Turn your next errand into a mini-adventure: Whether you’re picking up dry cleaning or going to the bank, think of it as a mission. What’s the secret goal? Maybe you’re on a diplomatic mission or gathering supplies for a journey.
  2. Reframe your daily routines: What’s something you do every day? Making coffee? Try thinking of it as brewing a magic potion that gives you the energy and focus to conquer the day. (Trust me, it makes that first sip even better.)
  3. Connect with nature in a new way: If you have a garden or even a balcony with a plant, spend a few minutes imagining the plants and animals as part of a grand ecosystem where you play a vital role. (Feeding the birds? You’re not just tossing seeds—you’re nurturing a community.)

A little reflection here:

I know it might sound a bit silly, but I’ve found that these small changes in perspective can make a big difference. Life is full of routines and responsibilities, and it’s easy to let the magic slip away. But when we choose to see the world differently, even the most ordinary moments can become extraordinary.

So, what will your next adventure be? (If you decide to visit the apothecary instead of the pharmacy, let me know what potions you discover.)

Remember, it’s not about pretending— it’s about reimagining the life you’re already living, finding joy in the small moments, and making the mundane exciting. Because who says magic is only for fairy tales?