ANNIKA PURE will be on hiatus beginning January 6th through January 20th. Shipments will resume the week of January 27th.
ANNIKA PURE will be on hiatus beginning January 6th through January 20th. Shipments will resume the week of January 27th.
Here at ANNIKA PURE, we’re all about self-care. So, no matter how much fun you plan to have with family and friends this holiday season, taking care of yourself is essential, too. Take time to recharge and reset to be at your best. No one benefits when you’re running on empty. Your relationships suffer; your career suffers, and you, most importantly, suffer. Make this holiday season a stress-free one and give yourself permission to bask in tranquility. Your body, soul, and spirit will thank you for it.
1) STRESS MANAGEMENT
While you are working hard to support yourself and your family, it is equally important to take care of yourself. Holidays are often associated with memories of happy times spent with loved ones. But holidays can also be stressful, especially if you have lost someone you cared about or have experienced financial hardship. During these challenging times, finding ways to reduce stress is essential.
Did you know that people with high levels of stress often experience symptoms such as shortness of breath, an irregular heartbeat, dizziness, and nausea? Changes in your autonomic nervous system cause these symptoms. Your autonomic nervous system is divided into the sympathetic and parasympathetic systems. The sympathetic system activates what’s known as fight or flight mode, which can trigger those symptoms listed above. Some signs point to heightened stress levels—and we think they deserve attention, too! Pay attention to these five signs to spot stress in your life: tiredness, irritability, headaches/migraines, muscle tension, and memory problems. If any of these sound familiar, it may be time to take a step back from life and focus on self-care.
2) USE AROMATHERAPY
If you’re feeling stressed, you might want to consider using aromatherapy in your day-to-day life. Using oils, herbs, and other scents to improve mood or soothe ailments is becoming more popular daily—and for good reason. Aromatherapy can help calm jittery nerves during a hectic holiday season but also works as a daily stress reliever. Try diffusing essential oils throughout your home during particularly stressful moments. Don’t know where to start? Lavender oil may be an ideal choice because it has been shown to reduce anxiety and promote relaxation. If you’re looking for more ways to soothe your senses and calm your mind and body, try ANNIKA PURE’s Shower Steamers, Aromatic Sprays, Candles and Wax Melts. You’ll be relaxed in no time.
3) TAKE A BREAK
Set boundaries and stick to them. It’s great to want to give and receive gifts, but it’s just as important to set limits and say no if you feel you’re over extended or overwhelmed. If shopping for presents stresses you out, don’t do it. If family gatherings take too much time or energy away from you, change your routine by making other plans or not going at all. You can always find another opportunity to celebrate with those who matter most to you—even if that means celebrating alone. Just be sure that you show yourself some love and respect, too. Take regular breaks during busy days; step outside and get some fresh air; make a cup of tea; go on a walk…whatever helps refresh your mind and relax your body is fine! But make sure that these activities are something you can incorporate into your daily life long after the holiday season ends.
ANNIKA PURE cares for you. Our skincare, bath and body, and home fragrance options are formulated without parabens, phthalates, sulfates, and silicones. Each and every product contains carefully selected naturally-derived ingredients alchemized personally by owner Annika Cox.
