With the new year well on its way, the “new year, new me” posts are imminent. However, keeping your new years' resolutions can be more than a little difficult.
Once the new year really kicks off, life can get in the way. It can be far more tempting to sit down in front of the TV after a long day at work, instead of heading to the gym, making a home-cooked meal, or practising meditation.
However, we've figured out a foolproof way to keep your new years' resolutions. By adding CBD to your routine, you'll be able to turn these unachievable routines into sustainable activities.
Today, we'll tell you how to do that.
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Next year, I will… get fit with CBD
Whether going to the gym is part of your daily routine, or if it's something you want to pick up in the new year, you'll know that recovery isn't pleasant. Sure, muscle aches and pains can be off-putting.
They can also be the defining factor in whether or not you skip your gym session the next day. We all know what a slippery slope that can be. One skipped day can turn into two, and before you know it, you're paying membership fees to a gym you don't go to.
This doesn't have to be the case. Did you know that adding CBD to your fitness routine can only stand to improve it?
That's right, CBD is known to promote muscle recovery and speed up the healing process. In addition to this, CBD's anti-inflammatory properties make it a must-have for any gym buff.
Not only can CBD cut down your recovery time, but it can also be the defining factor in sticking to your gym routine.
With the array of CBD gym supplements, muscle balms, and tinctures available, we have no doubt that CBD will be a welcome addition to your fitness routine.
Next year, I will… rest better with CBD
With everyone trying to adjust to the “new normal”, there's also been a spike in insomnia. Research shows that due to the COVID-19 pandemic, there has been a significant increase in stress and anxiety.
This has resulted in sleepless nights for many individuals with experts coining the term, “COVID-somnia”. In addition to this, medical professionals and doctors refrain from prescribing sleep aids for longer than two weeks.
While this is to avoid dependency on these forms of medication, it's also not conducive for people who want to improve their quality of sleep.
You might have resolved to take care of yourself in the new year by trying to sleep better, or by getting more rest. This isn't as easy as it sounds. Thankfully, this is where CBD can come in handy.
Studies show that CBD is extremely helpful as a sleep aid. If you're looking to use CBD as a sleep aid, we'd recommend a form of full-spectrum CBD. Opting for either a tincture, vape liquid, or CBD capsules could tremendously improve your quality of sleep.
Next year, I will… invest in my skincare routine
It's never too early to adopt a proper skincare routine. While skinfluencers are advertising the latest twelve-step skincare routines, we'll be honest — all you need is a handful of good skincare products infused with skin-loving ingredients (like CBD).
CBD is lauded for its potential to help with acne. It can also help moisturise dry and dehydrated skin. Furthermore, studies have shown that the antioxidants in CBD can help slow down the ageing process.
Due to this, skincare brands like Poko CBD have come up with CBD-rich skincare products, to protect and nourish your skin. By adding CBD skincare products to your beauty routine, you're reinforcing the other active ingredients.
This is because CBD boosts their effects with its hydrating, anti-inflammatory properties. In addition to this, most CBD skincare products are all-natural and vegan-friendly. They're made without any harmful additives.
Therefore, they can be used by people with even the most sensitive of skin types. If you're looking to hop aboard the CBD skincare wagon in the new year, we applaud your decision!
We'd also recommend Poko CBD, as their products address a multitude of skincare concerns — from anti-ageing matters to dry and dehydrated skin.
Next year, I will… quit smoking
You've probably made this resolution before and you might have been doing well before the pandemic hit. However, according to Vox, a huge number of Americans have taken up smoking again during 2020.
You might not be American, but if you've fallen off the wagon, maybe 2021 is your year to finally quit smoking. Sure, this might sound daunting at first — especially if you've been dependent on cigarettes for a while.
However, CBD can help. Studies show that the consumption of CBD could help reduce cigarette consumption in tobacco smokers. This could very well be because CBD works to inhibit and suppress nicotine receptors.
Quitting cigarettes can make you feel anxious and irritable. Many smokers use these withdrawal symptoms as an excuse to continue smoking. If this is a serious concern for you, we're here to emphasise the fact that CBD can help!
In fact, CBD could potentially reduce withdrawal symptoms, like anxiety and irritability.
We understand that switching from cigarettes to a vape pen sounds slightly counterproductive. Thankfully, most CBD e-liquids don't contain nicotine.
Still, if you're determined to stay away from vape pens, you could try a CBD tincture instead.
Next year, I will… experiment in the kitchen
2021 is the year to boost your culinary skills. While you might have mastered several different ways to make Pot Noodles — pun not intended, it isn't as comforting as a home-cooked meal. Spending more time in the kitchen is an excellent new year's resolution.
Not only will you save more by cutting down on takeout, but you'll also pick up a few new recipes. Plus, these recipes don't have to be complicated. With apps like TikTok and Instagram, delicious and healthy meals are — quite literally — at your fingertips.
In addition to this, you could also consider adding CBD to your dishes. In the UK, edibles have grown in popularity, and come in chocolates, honey, and even hot sauce. You can also make them yourself, and it isn't as complicated as it sounds.
Many tinctures can be added to food and drink, for an added dose of CBD. In fact, our friends at CBD Village have a list of five simple CBD recipes for chefs of every skill level!
Next year, I will… start my own business
Maybe you're considering turning a hobby into a small business idea. After all, a number of graphic designers, home chefs, and craft makers have turned their Instagram accounts into avenues for their part-time businesses.
Doing this — even part-time — could help to pad out your savings account a little bit.
At The Extract, we've established that CBD is only going to become more and more popular. In fact, CBD businesses in the UK have continued to flourish, despite the pandemic. If you're thinking about starting your own business, manufacturing CBD might be the way to go.
While that might sound a little intimidating, we've got a handy guide to starting your own CBD business. Not only are these guidelines simple and easy to follow, but they work for businesses of any scale!
Plus, if you're wondering how to access CBD products, fear not. The Extract can supply you with a huge selection of CBD products. We can also help with packaging and branding, and can fulfil orders of any size.
Our products are also made with the purest CBD products, and are rigorously tested to ensure quality and purity. If you're looking to start a small CBD business in 2021, we'd be delighted to help you on your journey.
Next year, I will… check in with myself
Checking in with yourself on a regular basis can have endless benefits. It can do wonders for your mental health, and help you manage your stress and anxiety in a healthy, productive way. You can do this by:
- Taking up meditation
- Making time for mentally-stimulating activities
- Practising gratitude
However, it's just as important to indulge in forms of physical self-care. Take some time to pamper yourself, whether this means having a nice glass of wine with dinner a few times a week, or trying out a new fitness activity, like yoga or rock-climbing.
If you're trying to fall asleep faster, your self-care could come in the form of taking a warm bath before bed. In fact, we'd recommend pairing a relaxing bath with a CBD bath bomb. Not only will this help relax you, but it could also tackle any sore muscles you might have.
New year, new you — no, really!
Sure, keeping your new years' resolutions can feel like an uphill battle sometimes. That being said, we have no doubt that by adding CBD to your lifestyle, your resolutions will be that much easier to keep.
CBD's numerous benefits can improve your fitness routine, your skin, and your general wellbeing. Plus, by the time 2022 rolls around, you'll be much more encouraged to make — and keep — your resolutions.
