Good morning and Happy December!
As I sit here at one of my favorite coffee shops in Louisville while our car is being serviced, I’ve been reflecting on what’s led to a renewed energy and uplifted mood during my day despite winter and turning 58 in a week.
Two keys you already know though we don’t always practice are:
1) Finding things to appreciate each day — in our life, in our relationships, and in our work, learning, or sowing of the day
2) Choosing to bring “good” energy and joy to our encounters and what we do without “waiting” for something to make us feel good.
The second is particularly intriguing, because we often forget we have a choice. (This has led to some interesting “discussions” between me and Rachelle – ha!)
I’ve found movement often helps me shift my energy — even if it’s just standing up and moving around the house.
And sometimes it’s sitting quietly and breathing for a moment or two and saying a little prayer or giving thanks again for this moment and what’s around me and within me.
Next, in addition to becoming more and more aware of #2 above, the biggest thing I’ve “added” or changed in my life recently is taking our new Mynd360 Feel Calm blend in the evening when I’m ready to wind down, and then sipping our new Night Time blend of saffron, magnesium, and a dash of melatonin.
Saffron has been shown on clinical studies to improve mood, and so has the Lemon Balm in the Feel Calm blend.
And we all know a better night’s sleep helps us feel more refreshed and ready to embrace the day.
Now that I’ve been making these two blends part of my nightly routine consistently, I’m seeing a rise in my baseline sustained mood & energy during the day, even though my sleep might still seem to fluctuate from time to time on an individual night’s basis.
Any questions or if you’d like some personal guidance, just reach out and I’ll be happy to assist you.
And here’s to your own daily practice of gratitude and choosing how you show up in each moment.
Happy December!
P.S. Want more tips & ideas to maximize your health and create a life you love? Hop on over to: Journey with Dr. Ben
