Spring Guide: Boost Your Mood and Ease Anxiety

Spring is the perfect time to refresh your wellness routine and embrace the vibrant energy of the season! Here are some simple yet effective wellness hacks that the Two Islands team has incorporated into their routine to help blossom into their healthiest selves this spring.

Feel the Spring Sunshine on Your Skin

Take advantage of the longer daylight and warmer temperatures. Spending time in natural light regulates our circadian rhythm and neurotransmitters like serotonin and dopamine. It also helps us to feel grounded and disconnect from life's stressors even if for 15 minutes a day.

Get Active

Movement stimulates the release of endorphins, increases levels of neurotransmitters like serotonin and dopamine, and lowers stress hormones. Whether it's walking, jogging, yoga, dancing or any other form of exercise you enjoy, physical activity can have significant benefits for managing anxiety and enhancing mood. 

Spring Clean Your Mind

Practice mindfulness and meditation to clear mental clutter. Regular mindfulness exercises can help reduce stress, improve focus and foster a positive outlook. Take some time to reframe and write down your thoughts in a journal. End every day by taking the time to find 3 things you are grateful for from the day. 

Seasonal Nourishment

Refresh your diet with spring’s bounty. Enjoy fresh, seasonal fruits like strawberries and rhubarb, and veggies like broccoli, Brussel sprouts, asparagus, avocado, beetroot and blueberries. These foods are delicious and packed with nutrients that detoxify and invigorate your body.

Gut Health

Imbalances in the gut microbiota, known as dysbiosis, have been linked to various mental health conditions. Maintaining a healthy gut through diet, probiotics and lifestyle choices can positively influence mood and reduce stress. Try our gut support product, Happy Gut for a healthy, balanced microbiome. 

Sleep & Rejuvenate

With the arrival of longer days, maintain a consistent sleep schedule to ensure your body gets the rest it needs. Quality sleep supports your overall health and helps you wake up refreshed and ready to enjoy the season. Incorporate Nightcap into your nighttime routine to quiet a racing mind and support deeper, more restful sleep.

Hydration Boost

Increase your water intake to stay hydrated as temperatures rise. Infuse your water with spring herbs like mint or lemon for a refreshing twist that also aids digestion and detoxification. 

Supplementation

When used appropriately and in conjunction with a balanced diet and lifestyle, our mood support product, Happy Days, contains clinically researched Bluenesse® Lemon Balm, Safr'Inside™ Saffron and adaptogenic Ashwagandha, which have all been scientifically researched to effectively lower anxiety and depression.

Connect with Friends & Family

Social connections are crucial for maintaining good mental health. Make it a priority to connect with friends and family, whether through calls, video chats or in-person get-togethers. Make the most out of the longer days and plan a potluck BBQ. Sharing your worries and thoughts can provide emotional support and help lighten the load.

Treat Yourself to Wellness Rituals

Wellness rituals promote relaxation and foster a sense of self-care, enhancing mood. Saunas, in particular, increase blood flow, promoting muscle relaxation with the heat helping to release endorphins and reduce levels of stress hormones.

Spring is the perfect time to rejuvenate your wellness routine and get back to feeling the best version of you!