4 Self-Care Resolutions For The New Year
[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.6.5″ background_color=”rgba(0,0,0,0)”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.6.5″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” width=”100%”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.6.5″ custom_padding=”|||” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.6.5″ text_font=”DinPro400||||||||” header_font=”DinPro400||||||||” header_2_font=”DinPro400||||||||” header_2_font_size=”24px” background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_padding=”||1px|||”]2020 has been a doozy. Between the pandemic, quarantines, politically charged civil unrest and the election, it’s no wonder self-care got lost in the shuffle.
It’s never too late to start again. And what better time than the new year! These are the self-care resolutions the Auntie Dolores team is making for 2021 – we invite you to join us.
Start or renew your meditation practice
According to the National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health, research suggests that meditation may physically change the brain and body, could potentially help to improve many health problems and promote healthy behaviors. Take some time each day to sit and clear your mind. The more you practice, the more you train your mind to stay present, instead of ruminating. New to mediation? Tenpercent.com is a great place to begin.
We recommend a 25 – 50 mg dose of Auntie Dolores Full Spectrum Hemp CBD a half-hour before meditating to help you relax and focus. Choose from our high potency 1500 mg oil lightly flavored with cinnamon, 750 mg unflavored oil or 25 mg capsules.
Commit to restful sleep
Everyone needs a good night’s sleep for overall health. Wandering minds, active bladders, pets, hormonal changes and physical discomfort can all cause disruptions. According to the American Academy of Sleep Medicine, one in three American adults isn’t getting enough. Lack of quality sleep can weaken your immune system, decrease brain function, impact learning and memory, reduce sex hormone production, contribute to weight gain and even cause fine lines and wrinkles.
While CBD is not a sleep aid, it can help you fall to sleep faster by instilling calm and relieving anxiety. Basically, it can help you avoid the thinking downward spiral so many of us experience when trying to sleep. Auntie Dolores Founder and CEO, Julianna Carella recommends a dose of at least 50 mg a half hour before bedtime. That’s just one dropperful of our 1500 mg CBD oil.
Create a sustainable fitness routine
Regular physical activity can improve brain health, improve mood, strengthen bones, muscles and joints, support heart health and so much more. The key to a beneficial routine is to find activities you enjoy. Choose from walking, running, dancing, weight training, high intensity interval training, cycling, yoga, Pilates, gymnastics, barre classes – the list goes on and on. Be sure to incorporate and alternate strengthening and cardiovascular exercises. Aim for at least 30 minutes of activity each day. This is your time!
It’s common to feel a little sore from exercise. To combat achy muscles and joints, we suggest applying Auntie Dolores Topical Cream to affected areas. The fast-absorbing, non-greasy cream can offer relief. It can also be beneficial to apply to feet before a long walk or run!
Make practicing compassion a habit
In order to feel compassion for others, we must first practice self-compassion. There is no one harder on us than ourselves. Instead of criticizing, give yourself encouragement. Forgive and accept yourself for being uniquely you! From there, relax your judgment of others. Put yourself in their shoes before reacting. Practice kindness and empathy. We promise, you will love being compassionate you.
What are some of your other 2021 resolutions? Please share in the ‘submit a comment’ section below.
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