Spring is here and along with it a fresh new start and hopes of rebuilding after a difficult year and winter season. We associate Spring with new beginnings and renewed energy. We detox and let go of that which no longer serves us, making space for light and love to flow. After a long period of lockdown, it feels like this Spring day is a chance to start over and make the most of the rest of the year. We look at five ways to get ready for Spring to create a clear and calm space for growth.

1. Wake up early

Now that it’s Spring, the days are starting to get a little longer as the sun rises earlier and sets later. This may make it easier to rise with the sun and now that it’s warmer, you may find it less challenging to leave the comfort of your bed. So, what are some of the benefits of waking up early? Getting up an hour earlier every day can make you more productive and mentally fit. Getting up earlier can also lead to a better quality of sleep as your body’s internal clock adapts to your new sleep routine. You may have heard of the concept of the ‘5 am club’, created by Robin Sharma. You wake up at 5 am and dedicate an hour to your personal development. This hour is broken up into three 20-minute slots. 20 minutes to exercise, 20 minutes to plan and 20 minutes to study. There’s a reason this is referred to as the ‘victory hour’. Exercising will help release feel-good endorphins and boost serotonin levels which will help decrease your cortisol and put you in a good mood at the start of your day. 20 minutes of planning will help lower anxiety and stress and prepare you for the day. 20 minutes of learning will stimulate your brain and give you lifelong skills.

Nature’s Relief has developed a product that matches this 20/20/20 concept with three ingredients that increase serotonin, boost energy, and increase concentration. Nature’s Relief Nootropic Mind is made up of Nano CBD, Cacao, and Lion’s Mane extract. CBD helps with stress, anxiety, and inflammation. By reducing inflammation, CBD, in turn, helps modulate our immune response, allowing our body to heal itself. Cacao may stimulate the release of endorphins in your brain which uplifts your mood and increases your energy levels. It also contains properties that lower blood pressure and increase blood circulation by improving blood vessel elasticity. Lion’s mane extract is best known to enhance mental clarity, memory, and focus with its neuroprotective and neurodegenerative properties. A few drops of Nootropic Mind is an excellent way to start your day.

Did you know that decluttering and deep cleaning have amazing health benefits? When you clean out your home, you are allowing fresh energy into your life. A clean space can help to increase productivity. When you are less distracted by the clutter around you, you have better mental clarity. A clean bedroom can even help you to sleep better. A poll conducted by the National Sleep Foundation found that 75% of the people polled slept better in a clean space. Cleaning can also improve your mood as a neat home can boost endorphins in the brain. Most importantly, cleaning can reduce stress by being a way of practicing mindfulness. The next time you have a cleaning day, we suggest you try taking a few Nature’s Relief CBD calm drops and limit internal clutter by eliminating external clutter. Using CBD to treat stress is a safe and effective way of managing anxiety around stressful situations.

In winter we tend to eat more, heavier, and rich food. Adding extra calories to our diet helps to warm the body up and the winter blues can cause us to seek more comfort food. In summer, our appetites decrease, and we crave lighter and more hydrating food. The start of Spring is a perfect time to do a detox fuelling yourself with fresh fruits and vegetables. Our bodies are designed to detox naturally but cleansing the body with whole foods can boost your immune system and contribute to your overall well-being. We recommend starting your day with a fresh and hydrating smoothie packed with fruit and leafy greens. Adding a scoop of Nature’s Relief Moringa Powder will add a host of extra benefits. Moringa can be used to boost energy, as an antioxidant, assist in anti-aging, fights disease, helps build muscle, helps to burn fat, supports a healthy immune system, supports healthy blood glucose levels, helps maintain healthy cholesterol levels, and is a complete source of vitamins and minerals.

At Nature’s Relief, we use glass over plastic as much as possible for our products. Our products are vegan and eco-friendly, and we choose to use paper bags over plastic bags for all purchases. We want to guarantee a better world for future generations by protecting our planet from further damage caused by pollution and plastic. This is a great time to set yourself a goal of being more eco-friendly and we challenge our clients to lead a greener lifestyle. An easy first step is to avoid plastic packets and bring your own shopping bags or opt for a paper bag. Conserve energy by switching off lights and appliances when they are not in use. Think about setting up a recycling station in your home, dividing paper, glass, and plastic. Lastly, always try to pick environmentally friendly products.

After a stressful year, your mind may be cluttered with doubt, worry, and perhaps negativity. Holding on to these feelings is bad for your health. Meditation is a great way to clear your mind. Remember, meditation is not simply turning off your thoughts but rather acting as a peaceful observer of these thoughts and seeing them come and go like waves in the ocean. An easy way to incorporate meditation into your daily routine is to set a 10-minute timer in the morning and simply sit in a comfortable position (even on your bed). Close your eyes and take a deep breath in and count to two, take a slow breath out, and count to two. Feel your stomach go in and out as you keep your eyes closed and breathe deeply. If you find that your mind is still racing at bedtime, try a few Nature’s Relief CBD calm drops. Using CBD to treat stress is a safe and effective way of managing anxiety around stressful situations.