So we tapped into a few of our favorite ways to take care on the daily from the comfort of your home.  Stay well friends, and let us know what daily rituals you’re adopting while staying home!

1. REST

Our immune system relies on how much sleep we’re getting. Take this time to get in bed earlier, read a chapter or two of your book, and catch up on some much needed zzz’s. 

2. UNPLUG

Now more than ever, we’re plugged into our phones, computers, the news, and television. Try to keep your screen time-limited and protect your peace. Put your phone into night mode at least an hour before getting into bed and set it on a table or charging station that isn’t right next to your bedside. This will keep you from unnecessary scrolling through Instagram or YouTube rabbit holes. 

3. NOURISH

In addition to nourishing your mind and body with food, now is the time to supply your body with vitamins and supplements that boost your immune system, mental clarity, and spirit. Our current favorites are the CBD + Supergreens and CBD + Collagen blends from Liveli. The brand is now offering 15% off + free shipping to all customers and donating 10% of all sales to directrelief.org to help aid in COVID-19 efforts. 

4. REFRESH

With all the extra time at home, try re-organizing, re-arranging, or starting a new domestic project. Even changing the placement of certain objects or furniture can introduce inspiration and breathe new life into your space. 

5. MOVE

Whether it’s a quick yoga flow, a walk up and down the stairs, a 15 minute HIIT circuit, or just a game of hide & seek with the little ones, your mind and body will benefit from movement. Throw on your favorite music in the background and you’ll be ready to conquer! 

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At times  like these, maintaining a healthy and self-nurturing self-care routine is essential. While life-in-quarantine may not be ideal, think of these days at home as the ultimate reset for our Mind, Body, and Spirit. As we love all things CBD and hemp-related here at Mind Body Look,  we thought it would only be appropriate to share how we’re practicing our new wellness routines while incorporating one of our favorite ways to relax. 

1. Motivate the Mind + Body

While binge-watching yet another Netflix show is definitely high on our list of priorities, all this free time can also challenge our inherent need to feel productive.  Nothing wrong with a good TV binge (Little Fires Everywhere, anyone?), but it can also serve as a gentle reminder to keep our minds stimulated when possible.

In the mornings, we like to add Liveli’s CBD + Plant-Powered Protein to our pre-workout breakfast smoothies. This powder is rich with iron (which is known to improve concentration)  and CBD, which can help alleviate feelings of stress. Top it off with brain-foods that recharge the mind such as blueberries, chia seeds, and avocado and you’ve got the perfect recipe for productivity.

Been meaning to try a new workout routine? Now is the perfect time to find aerobic exercises to do at home. Exercising the body is also a great way to exercise the mind. Doing cardio for just 30 minutes a day releases our endorphins, making us more alert and energetic rather than falling into a slump of laying in bed all day and snacking. 

Another great way to improve cognitive function — unleash your inner 10-year-old and distract yourself with fun games! This is an easy one that everyone in the family can enjoy. Whether it’s crosswords, puzzles, board games, paint-by-number, or cards, – you’re in for some brain candy. You can find these games as apps on your phone, but we recommend dusting off your old boxes to stimulate the mind and take a trip down memory lane.

2. Nourish + Take Care

Eating well and nourishing your body are two of the best ways to remain healthy and at ease. In fact, our diets determine a great deal of how our body reacts to stress. 

Holistic psychiatrist Ellen Vora, MD, states, “Healing anxiety starts with blood sugar. If you haven’t eaten and your blood sugar crashes, your body pulls the alarm that makes it secrete cortisol, the stress hormone, as well as adrenaline.”

Foods, such as salmon, chickpeas, asparagus, and dark chocolate, are known to reduce cortisol. In addition to helping alleviate stress, they’re delicious and versatile to cook with. 

One of our favorite ways to improve the body is to pamper ourselves! Yes, we’re talking about face masks, hot baths, spritzers on the balcony, and painting your nails, because the saying is true: “when you look good, you feel good.” 

One easy step to our beauty routine we love is adding Liveli’s CBD + Collagen powder to a hot tea or coffee. Talk about the ultimate form of relaxation. CBD and Collagen are both known to improve your skin, hair, and nails, while also reducing inflammation in our joints. So throw on a mask, relax with a hot cup of tea + CBD collagen and let your mind wander off to the Amalfi Coast.

3. Uplift the Spirit

Just as it’s important to relax your mind and body, we also need to focus on nurturing our internal happiness. Some simple ways to put a pep in your step is to listen to mood-boosting music, read inspirational quotes and stories, or write your thoughts down in a bullet journal. Even 5 minutes of mental self-care can help alleviate stressful thoughts and emotions. 

One of our favorite ways to uplift the spirit is to practice meditation. Meditation is very easy to do and takes zero experience —  we promise everyone can do it. Simply take deep breaths and focus in silence for as short as 5 minutes. Meditation allows your mind to reconnect with your body helping to reduce anxiety and nerves while focusing on mindfulness and gratitude. For more tips on how to meditate check this out.

Just as meditation restores balance to the body, so does sleep. We’ve been trying Liveli’s CBD + Supergreens powder as a way to help calm ourselves and unwind after a long day. This powder contains super ingredients, such as Ashwagandha and CBD, that restores circadian rhythm and promotes homeostasis within the body. Just add this powder to your glass of water before bed and feel the chill.

Of all ways to improve the spirit, we find connecting with others to be the most meaningful. Humans are naturally social beings, so communication is necessary for us to maintain connection and joy. Now is a great time to Facetime your friends or family and reconnect with them from a distance.

Finally, connect with others and find ways to help the community. We know now is a time that healthcare professionals are working strenuous hours. Whether it’s donating money, supporting a local food bank, or giving blood, all efforts are appreciated. If you’re interested in trying Liveli and their line of Super Powders , they’re giving 10% of all sales to directrelief.org to help help deliver protective equipment to healthcare organizations battling COVID-19. That’s a major win-win. 

Want more ways to help? Check out these resources.

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