Tips to Manage Anxiety & Depression Right Now (Part 2 of 2)
With everything happening in the world right now, it's understandable why some people may be feeling symptoms of anxiety and/or depression. In Part 2 of this 2-part series, you'll learn 10 tips to raise your vibration to cope with anxiety and depression.
Tips to Manage Anxiety & Depression Right Now (Part 2 of 2)
With everything happening in the world right now, it's understandable why some people may be feeling symptoms of anxiety and/or depression (I definitely have!). If you are feeling any anxiety and/or depression, know that you are not alone and that this will pass.
In Part 2 of this 2-part series, you'll learn 10 tips to raise your vibration to cope with anxiety and depression. The best way to work through any difficult moment is to pull yourself out of the low vibrational state that you're in. These tips will help you to lift yourself out of those moments whenever you're ready.
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With everything happening in the world right now, it's understandable why some people may be feeling symptoms of anxiety and/or depression. In Part 1 of this 2-part series, you'll learn what anxiety and depression are from a vibrational perspective, and why it is so important to be gentle with yourself during this time and not judge yourself under "normal" circumstances.
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With everything happening in the world right now, it's understandable why some people may be feeling symptoms of anxiety and/or depression (I definitely have!). If you are feeling any anxiety or depression, know that you are not alone and that this will pass.
In Part 1 of this 2-part series, you'll learn what anxiety and depression are from a vibrational perspective, and why it is so important to be gentle with yourself during this time and not judge yourself under "normal" circumstances.
I also touch on an important subject of comparing yourself to others on social media right now who are saying you need to do things to be productive during this time. Spoiler Alert: You don't. PERIODT.
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The Best Beauty Products For When You Can't Go to The Salon or Spa
It’s a little difficult to keep up with our normal beauty routines right now since we can’t go to the salon or spa. But there are a ton of great alternatives to use right at home that give you the same (or similar) results as going in for the actual treatments. Below are some of my favorite beauty products to use when you can’t go in for your favorite services. I’ve got you covered with everything from hair, nails, to skin treatments right here!
The Best Beauty Products For When You Can't Go to The Salon or Spa
It’s a little difficult to keep up with our normal beauty routines right now since we can’t go to the salon or spa. But there are a ton of great alternatives to use right at home that give you the same (or similar) results as going in for the actual treatments. Below is are some of my favorite beauty products to use when you can’t go in for your favorite services + a video from my YouTube Channel where I talk about a few other things. I’ve got you covered with everything from hair, nails, to skin treatments right here!
Nails
Gel UV Nail Lamp
While a trip to the salon will obviously yield longer lasting results, this is a great alternative to use at home. I love this lamp because it is compact and great to store in small spaces.
Manicure Set
The key to a great manicure is the right prep work beforehand. If you don’t have one already, get a little manicure set like this one to keep your nails fresh before you paint them or add any treatment.
Base + Top Coat
When you’re using the UV Lamp for a gel manicure at home, you’re going to need special polish for each step (base coat, color, top coat). I’ve used this brand, as well as Essie’s Gel Base + Top Coat. This one is nice because you don’t have to use any rubbing alcohol to wipe the top coat off after you finish.
Essie Gel Polish
Having a go-to gel color to use for your manicure is always a must! My personal favorite that is usually on my nails is Essie’s Mademoiselle.
Polish to Gel Formula
This formula is INCREDIBLE for people who want to turn their regular nail polish colors into gel colors. All you do is mix 50/50 of this and your regular nail polish and it turns it into a gel that you can use with the UV Lamp! It’s brilliant!
Gel Manicure Starter Kit
This is a great starter kit if you want a one-stop-shop kind of vibe with the lamp, some colors, and a manicure set! The price is very reasonable as well.
Hair
Kenzzi IPL Laser Hair Removal
If you’ve been wanting to do laser hair removal but not pay the big money to get it done in the salon, check this little device out. I’ve been using it for a few months and LOVE the results! It also comes at a fraction of the cost of getting salon treatments and you can use it on your whole body. Use code “ANAREBECA” for $50 off!
Olaplex No. 3 Hair Treatment
The entire Olaplex system is incredible for repairing and building stronger hair, but its Number 3 is a particularly great treatment to use if you have damaged hair from too much heat styling, color, etc.
Briogeo Deep Conditioning Mask
I’ve been testing out a few different Deep Conditioning hair masks and this one from Briogeo is one of my favorites that I keep going back to. It leaves your hair feelings silky smooth and much more manageable.
Christophe Robin Perfect Hair Duo
I found this little duo a couple weeks ago and have been loving the combined results. The white jar is a cleansing scrub for your scalp that helps removes all the product/gunk buildup. The red jar is an amazing conditioning mask that helps revitalize your hair. I’ll definitely be purchasing the regular size in each once I finish them!
Dyson Supersonic Hair Dryer
I know this is a splurge item, but I emotionally purchased this hair dryer a year ago when I was in a low period and I’m so grateful to have it. Drying time is faster and it has all the attachments to do whatever kind of blowout I want right at home!
Revlon One-Step Hair Dryer Brush
If you want to give yourself a salon-like blowout in the comfort of your home, this is an excellent tool to use! It will give your hair a smooth, sleek look that is pumped with tons of volume. People have actually asked me if I went for a salon blowout when I’ve only used this.
Skin
Facial Steamer
I wanted something that would help my skincare products penetrate deeper into my skin and I found that a facial steamer is a great option for that. I’ve used mine a handful of times and don’t know how I’ve gone this far without it. A simple routine you can follow is to steam, do an exfoliating mask, follow with a moisturizing mask, and then top it off with your favorite oils or moisturizer.
PMD Personal Microderm Classic
This little device allows you to perform a simple microdermabrasion treatment without stepping foot into the salon. It comes with different tips to change out based on your needs.
Herbivore Facial Roller
Jade rollers work great to support lymphatic drainage and reduce the appearance of puffiness and wrinkles. It also helps to penetrate your skincare deeper into the skin once you’ve applied it. Sometimes, I’ll leave mine in the refrigerator for a bit to give it an extra cooling sensation.
Microfiber Towels
The towels you use to dry your skin are just as important as the products you put on it. The Microfiber Towels and a great alternative to regular towels that will be much more gentle on your face.
PTR Hydra-Gel Eye Patches
These Peter Thomas Roth eye patches are an absolute dream for when I’m feeling puffy or need an extra dose of hydration under my eyes for whatever reason. They also just feel super luxurious. I also leave these in the refrigerator to give an additional cooling effect when I apply them.
Biossance Squalane + Glycolic Mask
Biossance has a lot of incredible, clean products in their lineup, and this facial mask is one of my favorites for exfoliating and giving me a fresh glow. I use this after I steam my face, and then follow it up with a potent moisturizer. BONUS TIP: Use a brush like this one to apply the mask so you don’t get your hands messy or risk contamination.
EcoTools D.I.Y. Maskmates Kit
I love this little kit because the brush can be used with any face mask to eliminate the contamination you risk when you continuously dip your fingers into a mask jar; but it’s also great for creating your own D.I.Y. masks at home! It has a little dish for mixing and a muddler to bring your recipe together.
Mask Remover Sponges
These sponges help to wipe away your mask once you’re finished. I love them because they offer an additional step of gentle exfoliation when you remove your mask. Plus, they just feel super spa-like.
Captain Green Ultrasonic Skin Scrubber + Pore Extractor
This is a new purchase for me, but I’m loving the results so far. It’s a multi-use tool that helps to deep clean your skin, extract dirt and oil, and infuse your skin care ingredients deeper into your skin. It also claims to help circulation amongst other things.
Schick Dermaplaning & Exfoliating Tool
I’ve been using these dermaplaning tools at home for a couple of years now and I’m obsessed. They help to exfoliate the skin, get rid of unwanted peach fuzz, and eliminate unwanted hairs around your eyebrows or other areas of the face. Highly recommend these because they don’t break the bank either!
What are some of your favorite Beauty products to use at home? Comment below with more ideas or tips to inspire others!
Disclaimer: Some links listed are affiliate links, which comes at absolutely no cost to you. As an affiliate partner to such websites, including Amazon Associates, I earn from qualifying purchases. All opinions are my own.
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5 Tips to Dealing With Anxiety, Depression, or PTSD Right Now
Like many others, I have found myself struggling to stay somewhat together on a daily basis because of the current circumstances in our global society. The uncertainty and unknowns we are faced with right now can be triggering symptoms of anxiety, depression, and even PTSD for some people. For those of you who might also be struggling right now, here are 5 points that will hopefully bring you a bit of peace while you’re on your path to healing on this journey.
5 Tips to Dealing With Anxiety, Depression, or PTSD Right Now
Manhattan is quiet again today. The sound of traffic is like a trickle of water compared to the rushing waterfall that it used to be. You don’t hear the cars honking like you normally do. It’s mostly just the occasional truck, ambulance, or police sirens now. I guess I’ve gotten used to this “new normal.”
The energy of the city is off, but you can still hear her heartbeat if you listen closely. Her heartbeat is carried on by the millions of essential workers around the city who are holding it together for all of us while we stay inside. Medical professionals, sanitation workers, doormen, delivery people, pharmacists, grocers, transportation workers, food service employees, police, firefighters, first responders, and many others. These are the New Yorkers that are sustaining our city’s heartbeat while we stay inside to protect what is left.
Today is Day 15 of my quarantine in New York City. Although, I’ve been kind of “unofficially quarantined” for the month of March since my trip to Europe was cancelled March 1st… Today, I woke up around 12pm-ish to the sound of my phone buzzing from the million notifications I missed all morning. My sleep patterns are totally crazy right now. Going to sleep anywhere from 2am-5am and waking up around 10am-12pm. Not really knowing what day it is, what the hell is going on, or when we will have more definitive answers about what the future holds.
It’s been 2 weeks since I was laid off from my job because of COVID-19. At first, I thought this time away would be an amazing opportunity for me. “I love living alone! I finally get to work on all the creative things I’ve been wanting to do! This will be totally fine!” I thought all of these empowering thoughts to myself. They were propelling me forward and keeping me positive during a time of uncertainty. And they helped for a while. Until they didn’t. My mind has certainly had its fair share of ups and downs in the last couple of weeks.
Like many others, I’ve been struggling to keep myself somewhat together on a daily basis because of the loneliness from isolation, the fear of uncertainty, the anxiety surrounding this situation, and the anger at myself for not using this time “productively” to achieve my goals and dreams.
I found myself in a negative downward spiral of beating myself up because I hadn’t been as productive as I had wanted to during the last two weeks of quarantine. I was trying to focus so much on the outer elements of self-care—eating well, doing face masks, working out, etc—that I failed to address the inner parts of self-care that matter just as much, if not more, during a time of crisis.
Did you catch that part? OUR MENTAL HEALTH MATTERS JUST AS MUCH AS OUR PHYSICAL HEALTH!
It brought me back to a moment last summer when my partner at the time had experienced a life threatening accident that left him with a broken neck (yes, he has since recovered, thankfully). The doctors kept telling us that he was lucky to not be paralyzed or dead with the type of injury he sustained. We hung onto that positivity for a while until the emotional whiplash of the trauma started to settle in. It wasn’t until a week or two after getting home from the hospital with him that my mind and body started experiencing the same post-traumatic stress symptoms that I’m experiencing right now in the middle of this pandemic. It’s like your mind holds onto all of those emotions and feelings while you’re in the thick of things, and then releases them onto you all at once when you’re finally in a “safer space” or when the dust settles a bit.
Last night, I realized that that’s exactly what I’m feeling. I’m feeling the PTSD of this experience hitting me and my city all at once. Even though the signs were all around us—China warned us/Italy warned us—we ignored them and carried on living our lives not thinking this would affect us. Cut to present day and it’s easy to see that we’re all currently experiencing the whiplash of this thing hitting us harder than we expected. We were not at all prepared for what just hit us.
Just like my ex's accident last summer, it took me about a week or two to really start to feel the mental effects of this situation. This past week was filled with hours-long crying episodes from the loneliness and sadness, going multiple days with only eating a few things because I couldn’t stomach food, having strange dreams, sitting in silence staring at my phone trying to find things to bring me comfort or laughter, and feeling a complete lack of motivation to do absolutely anything because I was so mentally drained from…I don’t know…nothing? On the one hand, I knew everything was going to be fine and that this would pass; but on the other hand, I kept going back and forth between the sadness, anger, grief, loneliness, and depression that was starting to plague me.
Little rays of hope have started to pull me out of this head space. Things like hearing the roaring sound of applause outside my window at 7pm the last few of nights because the city has been collectively doing it to show support for our essential workers; getting phone calls, texts, or messages from loved ones telling me they are here for me if I need anything; and finally, hearing that little voice inside say to me, “It’s perfectly OK to take the time you need to get back into the mental space of feeling safe to create again. You don’t HAVE to do anything to be good enough. You are ALREADY good enough. It is OK to allow these emotions to pass first instead of forcing yourself into something you’re not ready to do.”
Wow. Even just re-reading that over and over gives me those good vibes that I’m so desperate for right now. We’re all going to be dealing with this situation differently. There is no right or wrong answer on how to feel or how to work through your emotions about this. The good thing is that we will all get through this and come out the other side of it stronger together.
So for those of you who might also be struggling with anxiety, depression, or PTSD right now because of our current circumstances, I’ve come up with some points that will hopefully bring you a bit of peace while you’re on your path to healing on this journey.
1) Know That It Is Perfectly Fine To Just “BE.” You Are Already Good Enough
Yes, we have a lot of down time right now. But you don’t NEED to do anything to be good enough, worthy enough, or even productive right now. If you feel called to doing things or using this time in a way that feeds your soul and feels good for you, then go with that! But it’s perfectly fine to just let your mind, body, and spirit do the healing it needs right now. This is an unprecedented path we’re all navigating together and there are no rules here. It is safe and acceptable to just “be” right now and let your soul rest. When else in our lifetimes are we going to get this time to just let our minds and bodies chill the fuck out? (Sorry, Mom. I had to say the word fuck for this.)
2) Take Time For You—Whatever That Means
Use this time for yourself to do anything that you feel called to do. If that means watching crazy Netflix documentaries about tiger guys, do that. If that means painting your nails and doing a face mask, do that. If that means taking 10 naps a day because your mind is on overload, DO THAT. Use this moment of silence to really stop and listen to what your soul is asking you for right now. Answers come in the stillness and the silence. Quiet your mind and ask yourself what you really need right now and do it. Follow your soul’s guiding words towards the path that it’s leading you towards. The more you follow your inner voice, the happier you will be and the quicker you will continue your path to healing.
3) Rest + Breathe
This should go without saying, but please make sure you’re getting adequate rest right now. Proper rest will help heal your body so that it can have the energy to keep you in good health. This past week was so difficult for me to sleep. Every time that I heard the sirens outside, it made my heart drop. The sirens are always going off in this city and you can normally drown out the noise…but it’s different now because the sirens are often all that you hear. I was finally able to get myself to properly rest and sleep for at least 8 hours the last few nights and it made the biggest difference. I started to notice my anxiety shift and my overall mental state throughout the day has been stronger. Breathing techniques and meditation have also helped soothe me throughout the day. It centers me, puts me into alignment with myself, and reminds me that everything will be OK. Shift your focus to what is happening right now within yourself and trust that everything will be OK.
4) When You’re Ready, Recognize The Good Things Coming From This
Thankfully, I’ve been slowly coming to a place of acceptance and gratitude in my grieving process and begun to see a lot of good things that are coming from this. People in our communities are coming together in ways that they weren’t before. People are smiling or giving a nod at you in the store when they normally wouldn’t have in the past (anyone who has ever lived in NYC knows how huge this is). People are showing gratitude, love, and support in ways that we couldn’t have ever imagined.
But the true heroes of this story are the ones that people normally brush off: the grocers, the sanitation workers, the doormen, the drivers, the pharmacists, the medical professionals, the delivery people, the restaurant workers, the transportation workers, the bodega clerks, and all of our other essential workers who are risking their lives every day just to keep all of us safe. Just like after 9/11 we recognized all of our firefighters, police men and women, emergency responders, etc., we have a new wave of heroes emerging from this situation—AND THEY ARE SO DESERVING OF ALL THE PRAISE, ATTENTION, AND RECOGNITION RIGHT NOW! We truly need to lift these people up and thank them every time that we see them. They are our heroes. They are the ones keeping our cities afloat.
There are plenty of other silver linings to also consider. Like the fact that we are able to spend time with loved ones, time to heal, time to cook, time to rest, time to do whatever the hell we want. And this is not just happening in our country. The entire world is going through this. It’s actually kind of cool to think about. Everyone who is alive right now will know what it felt like to be in this situation together. Our global society will never be the same again and we will all come out the other end more connected because of it. It gives me chills to think about this perspective!
5) When You’re Ready, Start To Build Up Your Mindset Again
Take the time you need to cope, rest, and heal during this situation. Once you are ready, know that it is safe to start building up your mindset again to put yourself on a more mentally productive track. This will come at different paces and timelines for each of us, and that is perfectly fine. Everything always unfolds in perfect timing.
How can you start to build up your mindset again? By doing things that bring you joy, give you peace, make you laugh, comfort you, make you feel strong, or allow you to feel gratitude every single day. The more we do these things, the higher our vibration becomes. The higher our vibration is, the easier it is to build up our mindset again.
I’m going to be posting a free excerpt of my 30-Day Mindset Mastery Challenge every day for the next 30 days on Instagram beginning on April 1st for those of you who would like to follow along. You can also purchase the full eBook challenge right here if you’d like to follow along with the Daily Teachings. Doing this will help you step into a healthier, more productive mindset that will begin to shift your perspective to creating a life that serves you every day. It will also help me out immensely while I’m navigating the “new normal” of the moment while being unemployed because of this global pandemic :)
In addition to the 30-Day Mindset Mastery Challenge, I also have some new YouTube videos coming out this week on Law of Attraction + Manifestation, so please subscribe to my channel in order to be notified of that!
As always, I express my deepest gratitude to each of you who continue stick by me and support me throughout my journey. I’m looking forward to continuing to share it with you. Please feel free to share this message with others who might need to hear it right now.
Please stay safe right now <3
—xx, Ana Rebeca
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How to Experience Your Favorite Destinations Without Traveling
While we can’t (and shouldn’t) hop on a plane right now to catch the next flight off to our dream destination, we can still try to experience a little taste of our favorite destinations right here at home while we’re hunkered down. With these tips, you can literally bring a little piece of Rome, Santorini, Barcelona, Paris, London, or any other destination of your choosing right into the comfort of your home!
How to Experience Your Favorite Destinations Without Traveling
With most of the world practicing social distancing at the moment, the travel industry has come to a screeching halt. Chances are very high that you or someone you know has been affected in one way or another by this “new normal” that we are all experiencing right now.
While we can’t (and shouldn’t) hop on a plane right now to catch the next flight off to our dream destination, we can still try to experience a little taste of our favorite destinations right here at home while we’re hunkered down.
How?
By bringing little pieces of the things that you love most about your favorite destinations right into your home! I’m talking food, music, movies—all the vibes!
That’s right! You can literally bring a little piece of Rome, Santorini, Barcelona, Paris, London, or any other destination of your choosing right into the comfort of your living room + kitchen. Set the vibe with a killer recipe. Put on some music to dance to while you’re cooking. Top is all off with a movie to enjoy while you’re eating your dinner! Voilà! Here are some ideas to get your creative juices flowing and cooking :)
Italy
Movie: Call Me By Your Name (2017)
Food: Spicy Sausage Rigatoni (pinchofyum.com) + Homemade Cannolis (selfproclaimedfoodie.com)
Music: “Roman Holiday: Traditional Songs of Italy” album via Spotify
Greece
Movie: Mamma Mia! (2008)
Food: Chicken Souvlaki With Lemon Rice (butterwithasideofbread.com) + Baklava (themediterraneandish.com)
Music: “Greek Music 2020” playlist via Spotify
Spain
Movie: Vicky Cristina Barcelona (2008)
Food: Spanish paella (spainonafork.com) + Spanish Flan (alsothecrumbsplease.com)
Music: “Spanish Guitar Chill Out” Artist via Spotify
France
Movie: Amélie (2001)
Food: BEEF BOURGUIGNON (tamingtwins.com) + Tarte Tatin (mysweetprecision.com)
Music: “French Cafe Lounge” Playlist Via Spotify
United Kingdom
Movie: Sherlock Holmes (2009)
Food: Beef Pasties (anediblemosaic.com) + Custard Tart (RockRecipes.com)
Music: “Ultimate British Pub Songs” Playlist via spotify
What are some of your favorite destinations and ways that you can experience them without traveling? Comment below with more ideas from around the world!
Disclaimer: Some links listed are affiliate links, which comes at absolutely no cost to you. As an affiliate partner to such websites, including Amazon Associates, I earn from qualifying purchases. All opinions are my own.
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How to Have a Self-care Staycation at Home
Having a staycation at home is an excellent way to incorporate that much-needed self-care we’re always desperately craving. With many people heading indoors right now, the best thing to do is to take care of yourself. Here are 10 stress-free, mostly-free ways to have a fabulous self-care staycation at home!
How to Have a Self-care Staycation at Home
As I’m writing this post, New York just banned public gatherings of 500 or more people. Broadway shows, the NBA, the NHL, Disney, and tons of other forms of entertainment have all been postponed, cancelled, or closed down until further notice because of the COVID-19 pandemic that has been sweeping the globe over the last few weeks. Travel is being restricted. Grocery stores are being emptied out. Schools are closing. Churches are closing. It’s a surreal time we are living in right now. I don’t think any of us saw this coming just a few weeks ago. I certainly never thought I would be writing a post that starts out with such a heavy energy like this.
I’m not going to lie… I’ve had my content calendar planned out for the last month and had tons of content queued up about travel tips to Africa, Greece, and other places abroad. However, I’ve been struggling to hit ‘Publish’ because something inside of me just felt off. My internal energy was off and it just didn’t feel right to push out travel content right now. With so many people not able to travel, scared to travel, or restricted in any way, I didn’t want to come off as tone deaf and ignore the situation at hand. So instead, I waited and waited for a sign to show up from my intuitive mind to guide me towards the right solution for me.
Like many of you, I’ve been closely monitoring the global Coronavirus news every day and trying my best to stay positive (this is only temporary, after all). I find this whole situation particularly jarring because, as I’m typing this, I was supposed to be sitting in my Airbnb in Catania, Sicily preparing to go to a travel conference this weekend. Obviously, that Italian adventure did not pan out, and I’ve been safe at home in New York for the last week trying to keep my mind occupied from going down a negative spiral of fear because of the current situation at hand. I’ve been trying to remind myself to look for the more positive or productive way of looking at things right now.
All of a sudden, an idea hit my meditative mind! For most of us who are practicing social distancing, self quarantine, working from home, or just precautionary measures by staying mostly at home during this time (yes, this includes us slightly introverted people who are using this as an excuse to not leave the house and socialize), it’s essentially like an extended staycation! And let’s be honest: we’ve all secretly wanted to have a week or two at home to just chill out, right?
So I’ve made the personal decision to drop the whole “this-is-how-we-all-die” mentality and adopt a more “I’m-gonna-self-care-the-shit-outta-myself-right-now” mentality. If you’re on board with me, then read on to find 10 ways you can have a fabulous self-care staycation at home!
1. Books, Movies, Games, Music, Shows
Now is the time to catch up on all of these things we’ve been wanting to read, watch, listen to, or play, people! I cannot count how many shows, movies, books, etc. I have on my list of things that I want to get around to but just don’t have the time. Having a staycation is the perfect time to get to these things. Make a music playlist that gets you dancing around your living room. Read some Harry Potter. Binge watch every movie on Disney+. Whatever it is, do something that will make you feel good! If you’re looking for a list of books that are in the self-improvement genre, check out some of my favorites here.
2. Pamper Yourself Like You’re at the Spa
Setting the entire ambiance for your at home pampering session is going to be the key to this tip. Think eucalyptus or lavender scents steaming through a diffuser; low lighting or candles going through the house; a serene, meditation playlist going through your speaker system. You get the vibe? Even cucumber infused water would do the trick here! It’s alllll about the vibe here. Create the mood within your home first and then follow up with some delicious treatments like bubble baths, face masks, mani/pedis… You get the idea.
3. Journal
Having some extended time at home could allow you a safe space to get some of the thoughts running through your mind out onto paper. Whether you want to journal random thoughts, get some manifesting scripting going, or simply write out a gratitude list, journaling is a great way to practice self-care in the comfort of your home. I personally like to get to this at least once a day in order to clear my mind. Try it out and let your mind wander!
4. Clean, Declutter, Reorganize, and Refresh Your Space
What better time to hit the refresh button on your home than now? It’s a great time to clean (and maybe disinfect), declutter, reorganize, and refresh your space! Maybe you’ve always wanted to move the sofa to the other side of the living room or color coordinate your eye shadow palettes. Well, now is the perfect time to get to those projects! Try starting with one project at a time like your closet, your bathroom beauty cabinet, or that pesky kitchen junk drawer that you hate thinking about. I like to go room by room and make a list so that I’m not overwhelmed right out of the gates. Go through your things, declutter the items you don’t want/need/use, donate or throw them away, and then freshen up the space by giving it a good, deep cleaning.
5. Create art
Use your time at home to create something special. Maybe you like to paint, draw, or make jewelry. Whatever makes your soul sing with joy, do more of it right now. It’s a beautiful time to get in touch with your creative side and it will help raise your overall wellbeing and vibration to bring more happiness into your life. Plus, you’ll have something beautiful to look at every day.
6. Get Physical
I’m not sure what the current mood is like where you live right now, but in New York, it has definitely been a little somber and quiet because no one really knows what is going to happen at the moment. I think getting out of our heads and into our bodies is a great way to get out of the mental funk some of us are feeling right now. If I’m being honest, I have spent almost every night of the last 2 weeks dancing to Bad Bunny’s YHLQMDLG in my living room and IDGAF who sees me through my windows. It’s making me move around and be happy for a minute. In addition to dancing around in my living room, I’ve also taken the time to do some workouts from home to get those endorphins pumping. My personal favorite workouts at home lately are barre, yoga, and HIIT. If you’re feeling the mental funk right now, try moving around and getting physical in the privacy of your home…whatever that might mean to you ;)
7. Meditate
Meditating is a great way to get in touch with your Higher Self and calm your mind from the craziness of the world. Take some time to meditate in whatever form feels most comfortable for you. It’s a great way to calm and release any stagnant energy that is floating around in your head. Pandemic or no pandemic, we could all benefit from meditating for a little bit every day. Same goes for washing your hands. Please do that, too.
8. Catch Up with Loved Ones
When was the last time you gave your loved ones a call to catch up? Pick up the phone to FaceTime or call someone you love just to tell them you love them. With so many people feeling uncertain and uneasy right now (maybe yourself included), it’s particularly important right now to feel the love and spread those high vibes. Catch up on those shows you’ve been watching, show off your newly organized linen closet, or just share some positive vibes. The world needs more of that right now.
9. Try a New or Old Recipe
If you’re staying home and not going out to eat, take advantage of this time by cooking up something delicious in the kitchen. Get creative by searching for fun recipes on Pinterest or cook up your favorite “feel good” dish. You’ve got nothing but time to experiment right now, so make something yummy!
10. Pick Up that Hobby Or Side Hustle You’ve been putting off for later
I saw a post on Instagram today that said “In 1665, the University of Cambridge temporarily closed due to the bubonic plague. Isaac Newton had to work from home, and he used this time to develop calculus and the theory of gravity.” Some of us have been given this time away from our normal routines and see it as a curse instead of a blessing. Remember that everything happens for you, not to you. Consider reframing your perspective around this time you’re spending at home and use it to pick up that hobby or side hustle you’ve always dreamed of doing but never quite put the time to it. Channel your inner Isaac Newton and get creative, dream, imagine, and build something that you’re absolutely crazy about. Who knows what could happen? You could look back on this time and be grateful that you were able to get that project going.
All of this being said, my hearts do go out to the people and families who have been affected by this virus. I hope healing vibes come to all of us as we navigate through this time together.
My intention with this post was to provide some light and energy to those of us who are feeling a bit down or grim about the current circumstances at hand. I truly believe everything will be OK in the end. Keep calm, wash your hands, enjoy your staycation at home, and do everything you can to keep your vibration up!
What are your favorite ways to practice self-care during a staycation at home? Comment below with more ideas!
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10 Self Improvement Books To Read On Your Next Trip
Going on a trip and need a good book to read? Check out some of my favorite self improvement books that will help you along your journey to self discovery or spirituality. Each of these books has given me profound lessons around improving my overall mental state and wellbeing and learning how to love myself again.
10 Self Improvement Books To Read On Your Next Trip
On my recent journey to self discovery, I took it upon myself to do a really deep dive into improving my overall wellbeing and mental state by just about any means necessary. I found a lot of solace in reading and listening to audiobooks that helped give me daily “AHA!” moments and led me down a path of loving myself again. The following are just a few of my favorites that led to some of the most profound realizations in my journey to self improvement. If you’re like me and you vibe with self help books, read on to see some of my favorites that you can enjoy on your next trip!
30 Day Mindset Mastery
Shameless plug, but who cares? My first eBook (which will absolutely be turned into a full book one day) offers a step-by-step guide on how to completely shift your mindset to create a life you love living every single day. It is the exact framework I used to get me out of anxiety and depression, overcome tough financial times, and find myself again. I highly recommend it to anyone who is feeling stuck in their life and ready for a major shift.
Super Attractor
Gabby Bernstein has a whole library of books that are incredible for self improvement and spirituality (I particularly love The Universe Has Your Back and May Cause Miracles). Super Attractor, her latest book to the collection, gives readers some great tips on how to manifest by harnessing the power of the Universe at your side.
Becoming Supernatural
For me, Dr. Joe Dispenza’s books were life changing. His books were truly turning points for me in realizing that I was at the helm of creating my own reality. He uses science-based research and Quantum Physics to back up the ideas of manifestation. I also enjoy his other books, You Are the Placebo and Breaking the Habit of Being Yourself
You Are A Badass
If you haven’t read this book yet, what the hell are you doing? Jen Sincero offers a straightforward message here about how we can all step into our magnificent powers and start living the life of our dreams. She’s recently come out with You Are A Badass At Making Money, which helps readers overcome their fears and doubts about unlocking the power to financial abundance.
The Power of Your Subconscious Mind
Along with Dr. Joe Dispenza, Joseph Murphy and Neville Goddard have been my mentors through their teachings on how to harness the power of your subconscious mind to manifest anything you want. I’ve listened to this book on audio over and over and continue to find new nuggets of information to use in my daily life.
The Path Made Clear
If you’re looking for a book that will make you feel inspired and motivated, check out this or The Wisdom of Sundays. Oprah has collections of teachings and quotes from herself and other well known individuals on how to discover your life’s purpose and bring it to forth. It makes for a great coffee table book, too!
The Power of Now
This book helped me put anxiety and depression into perspective. When you realize that all there is is the present moment, you can learn to release any feelings, doubts, or worries about the future or past (which is all anxiety and depression is). It is an incredible book for anyone looking to expand their awareness of their reality.
Big Magic
This one is for all my fellow creatives and entrepreneurs out there! If you’re feeling stuck, blocked, or consumed by fear when it comes to creating your art, this is the book you’ll want to pick up. She offers practical advice mixed with her own experience that makes you feel like you’re not alone in your struggle.
The Life Changing Magic of Not Giving a F*ck
This was the first of four books by Sarah Knight that I read. Once I finished the first one, I knew I had to grab anything else she had out. I resonate a lot with her style of explaining things as she talks about how to own your shit and not give a f*ck about what anyone else thinks. I’m here for it. Check this one out as well as Get Your Shit Together and You Do You.
The Alchemist
This one is truly a classic for anyone who loves travel or self improvement. There is a reason why it is still one of the best selling books of all time! Just read it already if you haven’t.
What are some of your favorite self improvements books (or books in general) TO READ WHILE traveling? Comment below with more ideas or tips to inspire others!
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The Best Dry Skin Care Products for Travel
If you’ve ever experienced the harsh conditions of travel on your skin, you know how inconvenient it can feel to have dry skin when all you want is that supple glow. After years of trials and testing during my travels, I’ve assembled a steady defense of skin care warriors that help me combat even the driest of conditions. These are some of my favorite moisturizers, serums, masks, treatments, sun care, cleansers, and tools to use during travel whenever I experience dry skin.
The Best Dry Skin Care Products for Travel
For me, there are few things as irritating as getting off an airplane with my skin feeling dry as hell and looking like a rough kitchen sponge. No, thank you! As someone who has dealt with dry/combo skin for most of my life, I have tried just about every moisturizer, serum, and remedy under the sun to make sure that my skin stays supple and fresh year round (gotta maintain that JLO glow, right?!). But sometimes, the harsh conditions of traveling just can’t help but get in the way.
After years of trials and testing during my travels, I’ve assembled a steady defense of skin care warriors that help me combat even the driest of conditions. These are some of my favorite moisturizers, serums, masks, treatments, sun care, cleansers, and tools to use during travel. Everything listed below is a product that I swear by and have in my travel kit throughout the year to keep my skin at bay from any harsh environment.
Moisturizers + Serums
Drunk Elephant Lala Retro
Another great savior in the winter months. Drunk Elephant has a lot of great, clean products and this is one of the best for dry skin that needs a pick-me-up. Mix this with their Protini Polypeptide Moisturizer to get an extra boost.
First Aid Beauty Ultra Repair Cream
This is like holy grail status for anything you need. Eczema? Check. Dry hands? Check. Great moisturizer? Check. I always have a tube of this in my travel kit because of how versatile it is.
Olehenriksen
C-Rush Gel Crème
If my face is feeling a little dull, this is my go-to moisturizer to give it that hint of brightness that it’s missing. It feels so smooth on the skin and layers really nicely under makeup. They also have a travel size that comes with the eye cream that I love!
Sunday Riley Juno Oil
This is my holy grail moisturizing oil whenever I need year-round nourishment. It is nice and thick, but not too thick that it leaves you feeling like you’ve been standing over a fryer. I also mix a few drops of this in with my foundation if I really need a boost.
Farmacy Honey Grail Oil
Another super thick face oil that will leave your skin hydrated all day long. This one is especially helpful for those long haul flights that make your skin feel like the Sahara Desert.
Youth To The People Superberry Hydrate + Glow Oil
This oil is my go-to whenever I need moisture and glow. It is also packed with antioxidants that nourish the skin throughout the day.
Biossance Squalane + Vitamin C Rose Oil
I’ve been using this oil for years and keep coming back to it throughout the year. I love it because it replenishes my skin and complexion in the winter, but also provides a fresh base when I want to go makeup free in the summer. It is a great year-round oil to keep in your rotation!
Masks + Treatments
Summer Fridays Jet Lag Mask
I’m not going to lie… I was very skeptical about this mask before purchasing it. I thought it was just going to be an over-hyped social media trend. Rest assured, it is not. It is actually an incredible mask that can double as a thick moisturizer on your driest days. I’m officially a super fan and swear by it!
YTTP Superberry Hydrate + Glow Dream Mask
This overnight mask packs just as much punch as its counterpart face oil. I love to use this as my final layer of skin care whenever I need a boost of moisture from traveling. Love the Vitamin C and antioxidants it contains as well!
Ren Evercalm Overnight Recovery Balm
This is the best absolute overnight moisturizer to use if you’re dealing with irritation, redness, or dry skin. It is gentle enough for my sensitive skin and has brought me back to life on the harshest winter nights.
Belif Aqua Bomb Sleeping Mask
This is my go-to for repairing my skin during/after any long haul flight. This hydrating overnight mask seriously delivers a straight-up dewy, moisturized complexion that makes me feel like I just spent a day in a tropical climate. Highly recommend this to my fellow dry skin people!
Aquaphor Healing Ointment
This is another catch-all product that is always in my travel kit. I use this on my lips, hands, eczema flare ups, and anywhere else that needs a little soothing touch. This is one of my favorite all purpose treatments for travel!
Tea Tree Oil
If you haven’t gotten the memo yet, Tea Tree Oil is the best natural product to use for blemishes. I’ve been using this holy grail oil since my teenage years and no blemish can stand a chance against it. I do recommend layering it with a moisturizer or oil if your skin is really dry at the time of application. It is fairly inexpensive and you can pick it up anywhere.
Laneige Lip Sleeping Mask
Along with Aquaphor, this is one of my favorite lip moisturizing treatments to use year-round. It plumps, moisturizes, and leaves your lips feeling supple and juicy after every application.
Drunk Elephant Rise + Glow Duo
As someone who deals with hyperpigmentation because of my Latin/olive complexion, using a Vitamin C treatment has really helped to combat any signs of that condition. I love this duo because it gives you the Vitamin C serum along with a hydrating serum so you can get that ultimate moisture barrier. Plus it’s travel size!
SUn care + Cleansers + Tools
Murad City Skin SPF 50++++
As a city dweller, this mineral sunscreen is my top pick for protecting my skin against all types of environmental harshness that I experience on a daily basis. I love this one too because it goes on really smooth underneath my makeup and seems to give me a fresh glow.
Volition Luminizing SPF 50
I love this sunscreen because it provides a subtle glow while protecting my skin. It also layers nicely under makeup and still feels very moisturizing.
It Cosmetics CC+ Cream SPF 50+
This product is like a skin care-meets-makeup gift from the Goddesses above. It is incredible for anyone with dry skin because it offers a dewy, full coverage kind of look, while also giving you the SPF benefits of a powerful sunscreen. You will always find this in my travel kit.
Farmacy Green Clean Balm
This is by far my favorite makeup remover of all time. It takes some getting used to if you’ve never used a balm or oil to remove your makeup, but it’s extremely simple to use. I love this for my dry skin because it doesn’t strip away my natural oils, but it also takes away every last bit of mascara and foundation I have on.
YTTP Superfood Cleanser
If you couldn’t tell by now, I tend to gravitate towards clean brands that pack a punch with their products. This is an excellent gentle cleanser that serves as my second cleanse after I remove my makeup. It also helps to keep your skin’s pH balanced.
Fancii Portable Humidifier
Yes, you read that right: a portable humidifier. This little device is amazing to travel with whenever you’re visiting colder climates or you want to add some moisture back into the air of your dry hotel room. It is super compact and easy to use. I recommend using a Smartwater bottle with it to keep the nozzle in place.
Clarisonic Mia Cleansing Brush
This cleansing brush is a game changer for year-round skin care benefits. I love that the device offers two different cleansing modes so you can switch to whatever your skin needs—especially if it is feeling a little more dry and you don’t want to strip it of its natural oils.
Shiseido Facial Cotton
This product is kind of a splurge for what it is; but I promise once you use it, you won’t want to go back to your old drugstore cotton wipes ever again. These cotton pads are soft on the skin and absorb more liquid that normal pads, which is great to help your products go a long way. I like to cut mine in half so I get double the use of one package.
What are some of your favorite skin care products for traveling? Comment below with more ideas or tips to inspire others!
Disclaimer: Some links listed are affiliate links, which comes at absolutely no cost to you. As an affiliate partner to such websites, including Amazon Associates, I earn from qualifying purchases. All opinions are my own.
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How to use Law of Attraction and manifest yourself into a state where you can overcome your fear of flying or flying anxiety while traveling. Deliberately use these Law of Attraction and manifestation techniques shown in this video to overcome any fear and anxiety whenever you travel. If it works for me, it can surely work for you!
How to Overcome Flying Anxiety with Law of Attraction
In case you missed it last week, I started a YouTube Channel! **UPDATE 9/1/2020: I now have a channel dedicated to Mindset + Manifestation as well!
Today’s video shows how to use Law of Attraction and manifest yourself into a state where you can overcome your fear of flying or flying anxiety while traveling. I used to get anxiety attacks when I would fly and dreaded the fear that would hit me every time I stepped on an airplane. Since I started deliberately using Law of Attraction and manifestation techniques in my life, I've been able to overcome that fear and anxiety and put myself at ease whenever I travel. Use the tips I share in this video to help you with your fear of flying or flying anxiety. If it works for me, it can surely work for you!
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So…uh…I did a thing… I started a YouTube Channel!
Current Mood:
For those of you who know me or have been following along my journey, you know that this has always been a dream of mine and I’m SO excited to finally see it come to fruition. I’m thrilled for where it will lead me and I’m pumped to be sharing it with you.
Don’t get me wrong… I love writing and will likely never stop writing on my website; but there’s something about how easy it is for me to actually say what I’m thinking and let it free flow through my words in front of a camera vs. sitting down to trying and write out everything that’s in my head.
My intention is to use YouTube as another platform to share everything I can with you all. The first 3 videos are dropping this week (Monday, Wednesday, and Friday), so I suggest you subscribe now to be notified when they come out!
So let’s jump right in, shall we?!
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