Ahh those dog days of Summer are nearing a close. With the new season upon us, it is essential that we give ourselves a self-care assessment and incorporate our wellbeing into the hectic Fall season. Here are some ways to incorporate wellbeing and self-care into our everyday routine.
Ditch the Coffee
Sounds counterintuitive I know, but ditching coffee can balance your energy receptors making your day full of energy not just in fits and starts. Excess caffeine is known to increase cortisol levels which in turn, can increase insulin levels. Instead look at custom blend organic teas like the ones from Dream Tea NYC.
Give Yourself A Morning Stretch
Morning time can be the best time to create space in your body. Just roll out your yoga mat and try doing 4 or 5 poses that incorporate stretches. Focus on each stretch for at least 60 seconds. Add a deeper muscle stretch with a foam roller. We found this foam roller made of algae stylish, functional and planet friendly.
Get A Nap In
Women actually need more sleep than men and our hormonal disruptors can work against healthy sleep patterns. Try getting a nap in whereever possible. Sound machines from Sound of Sleep can help tune out the world so that you can get a quick snooze in.
Take A Walk
Clear your head with a brisk walk on your lunch break or before you start the day. If that is not possible make gym time a bit. of treadmill walk time. Walking has amazing heath benefits. Just thirty minutes a day can increase cardiovascular health, reduce excess body fat and increase endurance.
Monitor Device Time
Social Media should be monitored for adult use as well as kid use. Put your phone down, listen to a podcast or read a book.
Prepare For Fall Feels
Fall can be emotional and fast-paced. So start planning your time outs now. Block time off on your calendar just as you do when you schedule events, calls and other Fall bucket list plans. Change the candles, flower and scents in your household to welcome the new season. Transition your wardrobe, and move into muted, oranges and browns and soft yellows. As the seasons change so do our schedules. Prioritizing your self-care should be a the forefront of these shifts.