Practical, Guilt-Free Ways to Make Time for You

Women are often the glue holding everything together – careers, households, families, friendships. But in the process, our own needs can end up on the back burner. Emma Heming Willis, a vocal advocate for caretakers, reminds us that self-care isn’t a luxury. It’s survival.

Chronic stress, skipped meals, and constant multitasking don't just drain your energy – they impact your brain health, memory, and mood long-term. The truth? Taking care of yourself makes you stronger for everyone who counts on you.

Practical Self-Care Tips:

• Schedule It: Put self-care time on your calendar like any other appointment. When your calendar is booked up back to back, finding slots of time for yourself to unwind and relax is necessary to fuel you for the remainder of your week. Putting it in your calendar also encourages you to refrain from skipping over your 'you time'. 

• Micro-Moments Matter: A few minutes of fresh air, deep breathing, or a quick stretch counts. Setting a timer on your phone as a reminder to get in some light movement is a great way to break up your day.

• Ask for Help: Delegating tasks isn’t a sign of weakness – it’s how you keep your brain from burning out. Lean on your loved ones when you can.

• Nourish Your Body: Steady energy starts with balanced meals and hydration. Try to ensure you are drinking at least 72 OZ of water a day. Prioritize healthy fats, dark greens, whole grains, fruits, and protein. These are all things that don't just heal your gut, but encourage a healthy brain as well.

• Protect Sleep: Your brain does its most important repair work while you rest. For deep sleep with an added beauty boost, we recommend Make Time for Beauty Sleep gummies. 

Reframing self-care as essential, not optional, is how we show up fully for ourselves and everyone else we love.