Self-care cocktail recipe… (not one you can drink)

We all know just how important self-care is, but for some reason, especially as women, it tends to take a backseat and we put the needs of others before ourselves. So… let me appeal to a different side of you before we dive into the self-care cocktail recipe designed to leave you feeling refilled and your cup overflowing!

FACTS:
*side note, thank you Rachel @rooted.strategy for these epic self-care facts!

Working parents spend roughly 66 hours a week either at their jobs or taking care of their families

Mild dehydration can make you irritable, anxious and tired

Listening to your favourite song actually changes your brain chemistry

A single night of sleep deprivation can increase anxiety by up to 30%

The less you sleep, the hungrier you are

Cortisol levels drop significantly after just 20 minutes outside

Indoor air can be 2-5x more polluted than outdoor air (even in big cities)

Trees release compounds that support your body’s immune system

Just imagining a workout can actually strengthen your muscles

…now are you ready to take some time out for yourself?

✨ Ingredients for the ultimate self-love experience:

🌊 A 45-minute walk along the beach: move your body, breathe in that salty air, and let the waves work their magic on your stress levels. Bonus points for grounding barefoot!

🛁 30 minutes in a warm, low-tox bubble bath: add Epsom salts to boost magnesium levels (for muscle relaxation) and a few drops of lavender or ylang-ylang essential oil for ultimate calm.

📚 1 hour of uninterrupted reading: escape with your favourite smut novel, a soulful memoir, or anything that makes you smile.

☕️ A warm mug of adaptogenic hot cacao or herbal tea: blend cacao, ashwagandha, and cinnamon to soothe your stress response and support hormone balance or indulge in a soothing camomile herbal to unwind

🌿 5 minutes of intentional gratitude journaling: Reflect on 3 things you’re grateful for, anchoring your day in positive vibes.

💆‍♀️ 15 minutes of skincare TLC: Apply a detoxifying face mask, try gua sha for lymphatic drainage, or enjoy a cooling under-eye mask whilst listening to your favourite playlist or podcast

☀️ 10 minutes of sunshine: Get that daily dose of vitamin D for mood and immune support—bonus points if you sip your tea outdoors.

✨ Shake it all together for the perfect recipe for mind-body balance and glowing vibes. ✨🍸🌸