Calming the Mind and the Need to Seek Headspace.
Anxious thoughts can often overwhelm us, making it hard to feel comfortable in our own skin. What’s worse is that anxious thoughts can often trigger more anxiety, leading us down a predictable path to discomfort and frustration. Luckily, there are some things we can do to calm our minds down and minimize anxious feelings when they arise.
Busier Than Ever Before
Being exposed to constant stimulation and interaction, people are simply busier than they have ever been before. Whether it’s work, school, or family responsibilities, it seems like there’s always something else just around the corner. But we’re not just busy, we FEEL busy. And sometimes, even in moments of peace and quiet, it can be hard to fully shake those feelings and allow ourselves the relax.
Hitting Pause
What’s the solution? One way to approach the problem is to simply find more time to relax. But that doesn’t necessarily mean taking the week off or running away on vacation for a few days. These can oftentimes be short-term solutions to long-term problems. Rather, the problem is better tackled by making a habit of de-stressing yourself. Less stress is something we all need; so, take some time to step away from your worries and breathe.
Breaking bad habits and forming new positive ones can be hard and frustrating. However, research shows that some people can form new habits with as little as 18 days of constant repetition.
Take some time to think about building habits that de-stress you and make you happier. It can be something as simple as giving yourself a short break from work every hour, or something more elaborate like a set meditation schedule. Whatever you choose, make a habit out of clearing your mind and seeking some headspace to help free yourself from stress and anxiety.
Less Stress, More Happiness
The constant hustle and bustle of modern life seem almost necessary. But by taking some time off to de-stress, you can significantly increase not just your sense of happiness, but also your health and well-being.
Research shows that stress increases levels of the hormone cortisol which has been linked to weight gain, disturbed sleep, and high blood pressure, among other problems. By reducing the amount of worry and stress in your life, you can directly improve both your physical and psychological health. Best of all, researchers believe that the benefits of lower stress and cortisol levels can persist over time, sometimes for years.
Simply put, people are happier when there is less stress in their lives!
Calming The Mind With Natural Supplements
Another way to calm your mind is through the use of natural supplements. Supplements like valerian root, St. John’s wort, and lavender extract have been known to reduce anxiety levels, albeit over time. However, there is another natural supplement that can bring you both immediate relief and long-term results: CBD.
CBD, otherwise known as cannabidiol, is an all-natural cannabinoid found in the cannabis plant. Numerous studies have demonstrated that CBD produces a calming effect on the central nervous system. CBD also displays anxiolytic (anti-anxiety) properties that may be able to successfully treat a range of anxiety disorders from GAD (generalized anxiety disorder) to PTSD (post-traumatic stress disorder). To learn more about CBD, or to try some for yourself, please visit our blog or check out our online shop.
