How did I not know about oat bran?? I’ve been wanting to minimize the glycemic index of what I eat, and this sounds like a better way to enjoy oats. I must try! My biggest morning pillar is journaling. For me, it’s clearing the mind, it’s spiritual, intention-setting, and mindset work. I can go from sleepy and grumpy to inspired about life just from a journaling session. Second most important to me would be moving my body-yoga or even just a handful of stretches and strength exercises that I know my body needs in order to correct my imbalances. That makes a world of difference in how I feel standing and walking throughout my day.
@@TheScienceofSelfCare it’s mostly intuitive at this point because I have so many journaling tools I’ve worked with. But some examples would be listing all the things from the day before that I want to celebrate. Listing things that I want to manifest in my life. Writing about the nature of reality. Writing about how I want this specific day to go. Writing about my future vision for my ideal life as if it’s my current reality. It can get a little “woo-woo” but for me it’s incredibly powerful.
@@cozyhilariumthat’s great! 🌸 I can definitely recommend doing some research on Korean skincare brands-they are typically good quality with non-irritating ingredients at a nice price point. :) I am a fan of Beauty of Joseon, but there are many more. Websites like YesStyle.com ship Korean products all around the world 🌎🤍
Andrew Huberman inspired my routine. Sunlight walk, read daily motivation, write in journal, meditate. Then makeup and coffee hour with husband. After coffee, headed to work or chores. Love my mornings.
Yey for rosacea video 😄 Thanks for the tip for the protein preloading tip, I am going to try it. For my non-negotiable morning pillars: 1. "It's going to be an awesome day" - Maui habit of saying this as soon as you place your feet on the ground when you wake up (I've read it in Tiny Habits from BJ Fogg) 2. Breath work for 15min 3. Morning pages (3 pages of brain dumping) for about 40min 4. Skincare (hyaluronic acid, vitamin c and spf) 5. Supplements, green drink (chlorella, barley grass, lucuma, spirulina) and spearmint tea 6. Fasting until 11 a.m. (during the first part of my cycle), in the second I'll have breakfast earlier 7. Make a todo list for the day - I feel better, when I have a goal in mind for the day
I LOVE the Maui habit and I used to do it in my old home. Totally forgot about it when I moved 🙏 thanks for the reminder. I’m also a fan of morning pages / the artists way. 🤍 this all sounds so lovely! Definitely going to take some inspo from your pillars 🥰
I love all the points you've made, and I also love how eloquent you are! you dropped some gems that I made sure to take down: "Every time you perturb your environment, you’re actually making yourself stronger" "Be kind and curious rather than judgemental and prescriptive" "At any moment, we can step right back on the path to success"
Beautiful and inspiring video! My morning pillars are: - meditating right after waking up (10-15 minutes) - drinking 500ml water - wash my face - hop on my yoga mat to do yoga for 20-30 minutes (Yoga With Adriene) - journal (writing my to do list, affirmation of the day, things I’m especially grateful for today and a bit of brain dump) - breakfast ❤
Your videos bring me so much calm and inspiration. I’m an anxious individual and I often neglect to take care of myself though I crave it. Would really love to see your bedtime routine as that’s what I struggle with the most. Thanks!
It all depends so much on how I slept during the night, but I never skip a big glass of water with magnesium, potassium and a pinch of salt, and music to get "in the mood" for the day. When sleep is good, I add a 15-20 min workout and a cold shower, otherwise I do them later in the day.
Morning pillars: coffee, spending time with my husband ( outside when possible, barefoot to ground ourselves), doggy care ( food and checking on their health - 💩 situation), sunscreen and meditation 5 min. I recently watched your Led video, love it and after much consideration I decided to buy and incorporate in my daily routine! Great info and video style! Keep up the good work!
Totally agree. I wake up with meditation also (three to five minutes), then pee, brush my teeth, let the dog out. If I’m on the struggle bus I’ll put on sunscreen and clothes, then let my pup out so I don’t get stuck. Then we go for a walk or run. I like to do at least a mile but two or three if it’s not too hot or too icy or what have you. Then smoothie bowls in the summer and oatmeal in the winter for breakfast. Then I do a longer meditation (at least ten minutes), journal, read non-fiction for 15 minutes - anything so long as it interests me, currently, Winter Blues, which so far seems like a lot of patient stories and not much science, but I’m hopeful, and while I read I’m practicing grounding for the first time. I don’t think it makes a difference but we’ll see. When I’m doing my meditation and reading I’m outside. Then I try to get stuff done and then at lunchtime I read something for pleasure while I eat outside. In the winter, I’ll do the same stuff but I’ll meditate by a window or under a cozy blanket. I’m. Ew to grounding so maybe I’ll try a grounding mat if it seems helpful but tbd. I struggle with severe depression so morning goals (they don’t have to be in this order) really help me set the tone. I also try to make the bed but sometimes I just have to get out of the room because sleep is so seductive, which is why my first meditation is so short. I’m over 500 days of consecutive meditation though! Really has been a game changer and I had tried previously many times without improvement but it’s the consistency that’s key for me in noticing the change. One minute every day, for me, is better than longer periods on some days. My personal sweet spot where I feel i notice benefits is ten minute stretches, or more, but it took me time to figure that out. Starting small and being consistent was really the most important step for me.
The barley juice powder and matcha combo looks like a good idea! They both have herbaceous flavors, so makes sense...especially with the health boost. I know not for everyone still lol Will try this as a latte sometime. I also like to add a pinch of salt in my matcha to enhance flavor. Just came upon your channel and appreciating your content :)
Love the whole vibe of this channel so calming and relaxing! I love and invest in skincare products more than I do in clothes and feel comfortable wearing anything too. skincare is more important to me😉
Aw thank you! ❤️ Yes! For me as well, clothes are secondary and ever-changing :) it’s nice to prioritize caring for our physical vessel since we only get one! xo
My morning pillars: . Awaken early (5am) preferably without an alarm . No devices until after my morning routine . Make my bed . Black coffee and AG1 and black/herbal/matcha/green tea/yerba mate . Breathwork/chant om to calm the body and mind . Meditate 20 minutes or more . Journal meditation experience, gratitude, intentions for the day . Walk 8k-12k steps . Breakfast: high fiber (steel-cut oats, raspberries/blackberries, a handful of raw almonds, a handful of raw pumpkin seeds) and an egg. Eat slowly. . Shower or bathe, moisturize without toweling off, no makeup, blow dry hair in 10 minutes.
My morning routine or pillars are yoga, meditation, liquid vitamins, supplements, protein shake, a walk outside, shower, simple eye makeup and ALWAYS get dressed for the day like I was going to work even though I've worked from home for myself for 12 years. For me that outfit and Mascara are ESSENTIAL to my "get into work mode vibe". ❤
Love this!! Yes to it all. One of my old roommates would wear fancy outfits to her final exams. She said her clothing was key to showing up as her best and brightest self. 🤍
I do a lot of similar things to what you and some commenters have said, but one thing I really enjoy is making my bed. When I had a regular western style bed, that just meant tidying up the pillows and blankets. It was nice seeing a clean area every time I went into my bedroom for something, and felt like a cozy place to climb into bed at night that was ready just for me. I now sleep on the floor, similar to style of Japanese futons, so now making my bed means hanging up the blankets and mattresses to air out for a bit and then folding them up neatly in a corner. Sleeping on the floor has quite a few health benefits if you're interested in looking it up, but whatever way you sleep, having a nicely tidied area for bed has been one of the things that really makes my day.
Love this! I have been veryyy interested in trying to sleep on the floor! Do you have any resources you’d recommend to learn about the Japanese style of sleeping? Is it typical to fold away your bed everyday?
@@TheScienceofSelfCare For me it's part of the bigger "furniture free" or "ground living" lifestyle, adding natural movement throughout the day that isn't necessarily exercise. I would recommend looking into the work of Katy Bowman and Petra Fisher. I like airing out the mattresses in the morning to give them a daily refresh. Just feels nice and helps prevent mold if you live in a humid place. And folding them up means you have more space during the day that you can use for other things, and makes it much easier to clean the floors!
My morning routine is reading my daily Bible APP verse, Making my bed, drinking water, a Drmtlgy skincare routine including daily Spf, Walking my Labrador (3x/day), Eating a late morning brunch- Eggs/cheese and bacon or sausage, coffee. I eat a KetoVore diet to keep my body and mind feeling good with energy and to maintain weight in my late 50’s.👩🦳
I'm about start trying having three eggs, microgreens, and chai tea with raw milk in the mornings! Your idea of protein first sounds like a great idea!
My pillars are pretty similar to yours! But I just wanted to jump in to echo that a video on your rosacea routine would be amazing. Your skin looks so clear with (what looks like) minimal makeup, which is something I've been trying to achieve for years. It can be such a difficult thing to navigate, especially on a budget!
Great discussion! I'm no longer working 9-5; Life focus is now meaningful days not my career and achievement (I'm a Dr and other stuff... retired young to escape the rat race and burnout). My pillars: 1. shower - sometimes cold shower 2. Fresh cool glass of water, and a nice fresh espresso (I enjoy the ritual of grinding, making my espresso and steaming my water. 3. Morning walk - 30-60min. Headphones and mindfulness are part of this. 4. Saying hello and smiling at as many people as possible - I pass many of the oncoming/off-going medical staff from the hospital I live next to and they walk the same parklands as I do. Doing this caries an emotional up-swing into the day and perks others up (that's a genuine evidence based point :) ). 5. Breakfast when I return home. Thanks for another super interesting video - if you and your partner find your way to Australia with your suitcase lifestyle I'd be delighted to play host to you both :).
Thanks for sharing, Michael! This sounds like a powerful way to start each day. I especially love number 4; saying hello and smiling to people is such a lovely pillar I’ve never considered. 🤍 going to steal that one! :)
Just discovered your channel and absolutely love your content! So interesting and such high production value, can't believe you don't have more subscribers. Keep up the good work xx
Once again a video CHOCK-FULL of value and insight. I especially love the pillar concept - really takes away the pressure! A must for me has been not starting my day with my phone! Your oura ring video gave me that nugget. Thank you, Robin!
I do a 5 mile walk in the afternoon, but in the morning just have tea or coffee. I'm going to try a very small protein meal in the morning to see how it goes. Thanks
Aw thank you so much 🥰 happy you’re here! If there are any topics you’d love to see covered on this channel, let me know and I will add it to my brainstorm list!
I love the flexibility of framing your routine as pillars that support your day! This one led me to watch your earlier vid on rlt and I had a question: do you ever feel a sort of dependence on using your mask in the morning? I'm interested in trying it out, but I'm always a bit wary of trying new things that, if it were suddenly to be unavailable or inaccessible, I would really FEEL it and the impact of missing it on my day (akin to caffeine withdrawal). What do you think? So happy to have stumbled across your channel! Thank you for the chill vibe and considered content you put out! Oh! And "yes, please!" to sharing your morning skin care/makeup routine. Also, there was a brief clip of your makeup bag (I think)... do you remember where you got it? Thanks again!
Thanks for your thoughtful comment! I know exactly what you mean by a “dependance” on items/tools/etc. In a sense I am “dependent” on the mask with my current routine. But if for some reason I had to part with it, I would probably replace this pillar with an outdoor meditation during my walk. So I always feel there are ways to adapt. :) And the reason I currently use the mask so much is because I genuinely love the experience of using it-so it’s worth the “dependence” for now! Re makeup bag: I got this bag at a thrift store and it’s SO handy! Just checked the brand: “lapoché”. It’s very good quality and the perfect size. I think this might actually be it: lapoche.com/collections/tech-travel-case/products/charger-bag-black Turns out it’s a tech travel bag-who knew!
@@TheScienceofSelfCare Thank you so much for looking that up! Lol :) Red light therapy seems like a solid bet... honestly mostly interested in the mood boosting, especially as the days get shorter. Don't think I have full on S.A.D. per se, but I definitely notice a dip in my mood. Will start saving up!
Thanks for sharing your morning routine, I love it ! My morning routine has been inspired by Prof Huberman. I start the day taking my dogs for a walk (20 or 50 mins) at sunrise to get sunlight in my eyes and not wearing sunglasses like I use to. I then have a giant green drink inspired by Bryan Johnson. Then I do resistance training if I did a short walk and I do QiQong every morning. QiQong is life changing for me, clearing my energy and setting my energy and mind for the day. Then breakfast and black coffee. I also eat a high protein meal to start the day. Then shower and skin care routine that I love. Once I do me and I then have energy for my hubby and kids :) And yes I wake up early to fit this all in because it just makes me feel so good and happy. :)
Love these pillars! Thanks for sharing. I have been wanting to try the Green Giant drink! How does it taste?? I’m definitely going to make it when I’m a little more settled.
Haha 🤍 choosing one that you can realllyyy commit to every morning is the best way to start, in my opinion :) what makes you feel like you can be the best version of yourself?
Thank you for this video, your structured processes and eloquent descriptions are wonderfully calming to watch 😊 My favourite anti food anxiety quote is: "it's better to eat a little of everything than nothing of anything" ❤
Love that! A very good reminder that moderation is key. With nutrition, it seems every year there’s a new hype or finding. So I have just been trying to stick to whole foods that make me feel good. :)
I control my rosacea by avoiding the triggers: alcohol, chocolate, spices, and by avoiding irritants in my skincare and makeup, especially fragrance and many essential oils like peppermint. Also, no saunas or steam baths for me, and my shower is usually just warm, not hot or cold. I also had to learn to chill out because out of control emotions cause my face to burn too. For morning routines, I would find laying under that mask anxiety-producing and my thoughts would race out of control, not “clear my mind”. I need movement first thing, and accomplishing chores.
Such great tips! Totally agree-the key to rosacea is really reducing the underlying irritation and inflammation. For me, chocolate is not irritating but apples (and other random foods) are! Did you ever do an elimination diet or blood test to discover what your body reacts to?
I echo this as well! Just found out I have rosacea in my mid-40s. For decades I just thought I was ruddy cheeked/acne prone. It’s blowing my mind that there are things I can do to help now, but still feeling overwhelmed by it all.
please include the “vain” stuff always !!! self care & grooming is a big deal for me. It helps so much with mood and confidence. Also agree with the matcha and oat bran !!!! It’s funny I don’t see people talking about oat bran but it’s delicious.
Aw thanks for sharing! I think because I didn’t grow up with any role models around me who liked these things (grooming, beauty, etc), the younger me felt like it was not important or wasn’t a good use of time. But I’ve definitely come to realize it is genuinely important to me and that’s what matters. I even recently heard a female investor say she would never invest in a female founder who wore makeup because it showed her priorities were in the wrong place.. so strange! Anywhoo I appreciate your comment and oat bran does rule 🤍🥰
Yea for biltong! A South African staple I love it when I’m travelling and I need protein! I’ve been into porridge lately using maize meal and oats with protein. Then I’ll go through a time where all I’ll eat is eggs 😅
Thanks for sharing! I would have a look at Agency-the prescription skincare company I mentioned. Tretinoin is amazing for skin at many ages. 🥰 It can be pricey though!
Thank you for sharing your experiences! It's very insightful and educational. Are you familiar with the Glucose Goddess Method? Her approach is to have a glass of vinegar water before eating and in this order: veggie, protein, carb. It's pretty similar to yours where you eat some protein before everything else.
This is a work in progress for me, but now that my kids are in school full time, I'm focusing on some new things. In the morning, I also love going outside, which has been walks so far, but I'd like to improve my cardiovascular health/vo2 max as it is so strongly associated with a lower all cause morality, so I've starting a couch to 5k program as a way to ease into this. I can relate with the skincare, I do the same with red light, and like the idea of incorporating meditation into this to stack those habits together. 😊 I also like to present my best face, so skincare and some makeup. I end my routine with a good breakfast, which is usually oatmeal (thanks for the oat bran suggestion!), or a couole times a week eggs with sauted vegetables. Then I go about my day, with strength training some afternoons. Ps I'd love to know your favorite books on health and nutrition! Or podcasts, youtube resoruces, etc.
Thanks for sharing all of this! Sounds like we have similar morning pillars :) I’m starting to compile a list of my favorite health-related resources. One book I loved that came out this year is Outlive by Dr. Peter Attia 🤍
You’re doing something really right with your content. This particular video has made me curious about L-Theanine, My mornings begin with an espresso shot with a bit of milk, however lately my body started reacting differently to it.
Thank you! 🙏 You can try to have your espresso with an L-theanine supplement and see how you feel. These are available online. If you also struggle with digestive issues from coffee, you can try supplementing with Glutamine. :)
Wow. you are not only beautiful but also very smart. The last part of the video, 'each day we are presented with an opportunity.'. It was kind of inspiring than sounds like pressure. I look forward to seeing more of your self care journey. It will definitely pay off.
Thank you for your kind words! I agree that mediation is not as easy as it might seem. Red light therapy has helped me with it a lot! Another thing I like to do is turn on rainforest sounds. It’s easier when we have some sensory input to focus on 🤍
I always have a difficult time with my routines when I travel, so this is a great idea! I am really enjoying your channel. I have a good solid morning routine which includes: meditation (one hour! Dispenza), a short workout which includes shoulder and joint rolls but is fun and short so that I keep going, then writing in my journal with Obsidian! I love my morning routine so much. It changed my life. Thanks for posting!
I usually cook it with water, protein powder, some sea salt and cinnamon. If you want it EXTRA delicious you can first toast your oat bran in coconut oil in the pan before adding liquids. Later I add cacao... A good dollop of nut butter. 😋 And my toppings vary from day to day. What kind of protein shake do you make? These days I have been enjoying a protein shake in the late afternoon after exercise. x
Thanks for the vlog. Just thinking what would be the time given by you for each pillar. .. motivated by your walking video earlier I have started with a pillar..
I always like to have one hour to do everything, not rushed. If I were to do it in speed mode, I could do everything in 30 minutes and include walking as part of my commute to wherever I have to be!
My pillars: scrape tongue + drink @piquelife electrolytes, meditate while I use my red light therapy - I have the @lumeboxpro, stretch my body then go out to expose my eyes to sunlight ☀️ and I walk like you around 1 mile, 2 if I have time and weather allows. Then is time to take care of my son for school so I pause my routine. After I drop him off is coffee/matcha/tea time, then breakfasts, then I start chores 😊
just discovered your channel and really like your approach and perspective; very respectful. I used to enjoy wearing makeup so much but stopped because I"m concerned about all of the chemicals and how they might effect my overall health and endocrine. Do you have any concerns about these matters and makeup?
Thanks for your thoughtful comment! 🤍 It’s something I do think about. I generally let my body and skin tell me what it likes. My skin is very sensitive and will quickly reveal if something is irritating. So I am picky about the makeup and skincare I put on my face. Another thing I always do is wear multiple layers of sunscreen and a natural primer under my makeup which creates a bit of a shield between the makeup and my skin. So far, the makeup I’ve been wearing has not made my skin worse and sometimes I even feel it keeps it protected in cities (where the air is quite polluted). Some brands I like that seem to have decent ingredients are Ilia and Kosas. But in terms of endocrine disruption, its not possible for me to say. Currently my hormones are very much in balance though. I think health sometimes requires making compromises between things that make you happy and things that are “supposed to be healthy”. Being happy contributes to being healthy. I have had periods where I wore little to no makeup and my skin was no better and I definitely felt less like I was expressing myself fully. So I’ve chosen to keep wearing makeup that I trust and feel good about. 😊
Thanks for your supportive words! I’m going to see what I can do about my upload speed. :) Right now I’m a one woman show with some other work obligations but my heart is here ❤️ you guys rock
My bottle of pure synergy barley grass just came and so I made my usual matcha but it was rough. Sweet matcha with a little freshly mowed lawn. 😂 how much do you add ?
Haha it’s not for the faint of heart!! I don’t add too much (1/2 teaspoon?) but I would say that if you’re not a fan of the taste, you can use it in smoothies instead! Mixed with a banana or other ingredients, it’ll be a completely different experience. :)
Hey 👋 I have the Boost LED face mask by the Light Salon 👉 www.thelight-salon.com/en-us/... I bought it with my own money, have been using it for years, and love it. After making a whole video on the mask ( ruclips.net/video/OH1xIZfh7Bw/видео.htmlsi=rTU3OxTmYmB9WPHL ) the company gave me a discount code for my viewers: “selfcare” to get 20% off. But there are so many masks on the market that do a great job! So I suggest getting the one that fits your budget, is FDA approved, and that you like the look of :) Hope this helps! xo Robin
Aw thank you. My current combo is the Too Faced Lip Injection Lip Liner in the color “Post-Op Pink” (subtle warm nude) topped with the LAKA Bonding Glow lipstick in color Miro (cooler tone). Together they make a neutral shade that’s a great “your lips but better” color 🥰
I try to use kind, quality skincare that support my skin barrier. With makeup, I’m also very picky about what I put on my face-no fragrances or abrasive ingredients. I find my skin stays healthier with a consistent skincare and makeup routine versus just going barefaced outside and walking around relatively polluted cities. I think you should do what feels right to you and feels right for your body! My skin always lets me know if it’s not happy with a product or ingredient. It will breakout, become red, or feel weird. :)
My 5 would be …. Walking my dog 1 to 2 miles ….. coffee or matcha 🍵, healthy breakfast of some sort . RUclips vid inspirational speaker , stretching 🙆♀️ 🧘♀️. For now this works for me 🎉
Sounds great! Love the “inspirational speaker” element. It reminds me of what Jen Sincero calls going to the “spiritual gym” .. aka working out our mind just like we work out our bodies. :)
@@leggermentesara hehe well your first comment was on point. An airport security guy in New Zealand was alarmed at how many facial devices I fit into one suitcase.
Thank you! I am obsessed with the Too Faced “Lip Injection Plumping Lip Liner” in the color “Post-Op” and then adding the LAKA “Bonding Glow Lipstick” in the color “Miro” on top (Korean brand). I love this combo because the lip liner is a tad warm and the lipstick is a tad cool so it blends to a lovely natural+neutral pink 🥰
Thanks for your question! Sleep is indeed important! My fast version of the morning is 35 minutes. My leisurely (peaceful👼) version is 60 minutes. I usually like to wake up 1 hour before I have to leave my house. So even if I have to leave the house at 6:00 I will wake up at 5:00. I love to start my day with plentyyy of time and space to be in my own world. :)
@@KateD-ei4ng honestly I could easily make it 2 hours as well :) largely depends on how long my walk is 15 minutes vs 45 makes a big difference. Also my makeup routine can take 5 minutes or 45 minutes 😂😅 I can be a turtle myself 🐢❤️
Thanks for sharing-Vaseline is a life-saver!!! Recently I’ve discovered that lanolin is another great, underrated occlusive that I love on my lips. ❤️ gotta stay moisturized in winter
Love your content, I share your videos often with my significant other. Keep up the great work! I would like to respectfully comment on the oat bran. My understanding is that brans are high in arsenic, and that while adults may be able to deal with it, more research is needed to decide whether or not this is good for developing brains. I'm not sure whether all brans are the same, but it sure is hard to remember which are and which are not if there are differences.
Thanks for sharing this point about oat bran! I know whole grain rice can often contain arsenic. Apparently wheat and oats contain less arsenic than rice? Still something I need to read more about / investigate further! Like you said, this may be especially relevant for the younger developing humans among us. Still sad, because I love the way rice and oats make my body feel. This is like the day I found out my favorite dark chocolate contains many heavy metals!! Haha moderation is key I suppose. :) Xo
Interesting! I have never tried this. I could see this working because rosacea can be caused by certain microbes like Demodex folliculorum mites. And vinegar can have an antimicrobial effect.. will look into this more!! 🙏 thanks for sharing
My morning pilars: Mornig affirmations/meditation & Yoga in bed, tea & breakfast ouside if possible, dishes & laundry, skincare & cold shower, make my bed. There is a YT channel 'walk at home' in case someone's interested on walking inside.
Great tips!! I’m going to check out that video. I also love the idea of doing yoga in bed 🤍 do you follow a routine for that or just free flow with your body?
I use video's by Santosha Spirit, if you type her name in the search bar with 'morning' you will find several. Also 'Yoga with Kassandra' has several to be done in bed. And Yoga with Bird too. @@TheScienceofSelfCare
Gah sorry about this! I think the A roll was exported in 720? I’m still a noob with a lot of this. ☺️ I’ll make a point to have my next video in 1080p 🤍
I studied biomedical sciences in undergrad and biochemistry / biotechnology in grad school. But I took a leave of absence from grad school because I’ve realized my passion is not in wet lab research-rather, I’m passionate about communicating scientific findings to the public. I see you have a nice double-stranded profile pic ;) are you a researcher yourself?
i don't think the bacteria colony analogy is valid because they're genetically filtering the bacteria for the best and fittest, right? So the weak ones that can't survive the various stressors would die, and the strong ones would thrive?
Yes-but I think of this as “parts of ourselves”. We have the shed the parts of ourselves that aren’t positively contributing to our survival and our flourishing. And we can cultivate the “most fit” parts of ourselves that do really well under different circumstances. :)
Great video!!! Please make a skincare and makeup routine.......I ve always loved the more natural makeup, like yours.....But today makeup is so obvious and fake. I think you can be an example for young girls that are starting now with makeup.......You are very, very BEAUTIFUL with and without makeup!!!
Thanks for these super kind words! 🤍 I’m definitely going to make a skincare video soon since it’s the most highly requested video. I want to take the time to do it right :) have a beautiful day ☀️
and STOP calling makeup self expression! it's literally about looking like a non-you version that is entirely based on what society or your tribe considers attractive...like BY DEFINITION.
Hey thanks for sharing your perspective! To me, dressing and grooming ourselves in a way that makes us feel attractive (even if influenced by the society around us) is a form of self expression. Personally, I think it’s fun and playful. And I know many people who all do their makeup in very different ways (despite living in the same society). Not everyone has to feel this way or agree with it. :) that’s just my current relationship to makeup, which is likely to evolve over time. In my eyes, each of us is welcome to present ourselves however we like to-there’s no one way to be. Xo Robin
When is it ever too hot outside to go for a walk, early in the morning? And if you live in a place where you don't feel safe to go for a morning walk, then you shouldn't live there.
This was in response to real comments left by real people. :) I think not everyone can move very easily or quickly. I know viewers in South Africa were saying they did not feel safe walking around. Perhaps they still enjoy living there, being close to family and friends / where they grew up?
Totally agree. I wake up with meditation also (three to five minutes), then pee, brush my teeth, let the dog out. If I’m on the struggle bus I’ll put on sunscreen and clothes, then let my pup out so I don’t get stuck. Then we go for a walk or run. I like to do at least a mile but two or three if it’s not too hot or too icy or what have you. Then smoothie bowls in the summer and oatmeal in the winter for breakfast. Then I do a longer meditation (at least ten minutes), journal, read non-fiction for 15 minutes - anything so long as it interests me, currently, Winter Blues, which so far seems like a lot of patient stories and not much science, but I’m hopeful, and while I read I’m practicing grounding for the first time. I don’t think it makes a difference but we’ll see. When I’m doing my meditation and reading I’m outside. Then I try to get stuff done and then at lunchtime I read something for pleasure while I eat outside. In the winter, I’ll do the same stuff but I’ll meditate by a window or under a cozy blanket. I’m. Ew to grounding so maybe I’ll try a grounding mat if it seems helpful but tbd. I struggle with severe depression so morning goals (they don’t have to be in this order) really help me set the tone. I also try to make the bed but sometimes I just have to get out of the room because sleep is so seductive, which is why my first meditation is so short. I’m over 500 days of consecutive meditation though! Really has been a game changer and I had tried previously many times without improvement but it’s the consistency that’s key for me in noticing the change. One minute every day, for me, is better than longer periods on some days. My personal sweet spot where I feel i notice benefits is ten minute stretches, or more, but it took me time to figure that out. Starting small and being consistent was really the most important step for me.
What are your non-negotiable morning pillars? ☀Share with us! 👇
How did I not know about oat bran?? I’ve been wanting to minimize the glycemic index of what I eat, and this sounds like a better way to enjoy oats. I must try!
My biggest morning pillar is journaling. For me, it’s clearing the mind, it’s spiritual, intention-setting, and mindset work. I can go from sleepy and grumpy to inspired about life just from a journaling session. Second most important to me would be moving my body-yoga or even just a handful of stretches and strength exercises that I know my body needs in order to correct my imbalances. That makes a world of difference in how I feel standing and walking throughout my day.
@@amberlaird love this 🤍 do you have a specific journaling prompt or do you free write?
@@TheScienceofSelfCare it’s mostly intuitive at this point because I have so many journaling tools I’ve worked with. But some examples would be listing all the things from the day before that I want to celebrate. Listing things that I want to manifest in my life. Writing about the nature of reality. Writing about how I want this specific day to go. Writing about my future vision for my ideal life as if it’s my current reality. It can get a little “woo-woo” but for me it’s incredibly powerful.
Thank you for listing your skincare products. I am looking to form a skincare routine :)
@@cozyhilariumthat’s great! 🌸 I can definitely recommend doing some research on Korean skincare brands-they are typically good quality with non-irritating ingredients at a nice price point. :) I am a fan of Beauty of Joseon, but there are many more. Websites like YesStyle.com ship Korean products all around the world 🌎🤍
Andrew Huberman inspired my routine. Sunlight walk, read daily motivation, write in journal, meditate. Then makeup and coffee hour with husband. After coffee, headed to work or chores. Love my mornings.
Sounds like the beginning of a GREAT day ☀️☕️
God loves you so! John 3:16✝️
Yey for rosacea video 😄 Thanks for the tip for the protein preloading tip, I am going to try it.
For my non-negotiable morning pillars:
1. "It's going to be an awesome day" - Maui habit of saying this as soon as you place your feet on the ground when you wake up (I've read it in Tiny Habits from BJ Fogg)
2. Breath work for 15min
3. Morning pages (3 pages of brain dumping) for about 40min
4. Skincare (hyaluronic acid, vitamin c and spf)
5. Supplements, green drink (chlorella, barley grass, lucuma, spirulina) and spearmint tea
6. Fasting until 11 a.m. (during the first part of my cycle), in the second I'll have breakfast earlier
7. Make a todo list for the day - I feel better, when I have a goal in mind for the day
I LOVE the Maui habit and I used to do it in my old home. Totally forgot about it when I moved 🙏 thanks for the reminder. I’m also a fan of morning pages / the artists way. 🤍 this all sounds so lovely! Definitely going to take some inspo from your pillars 🥰
Love this! And yes to rosacea video as well 😊
I love all the points you've made, and I also love how eloquent you are! you dropped some gems that I made sure to take down:
"Every time you perturb your environment, you’re actually making yourself stronger"
"Be kind and curious rather than judgemental and prescriptive"
"At any moment, we can step right back on the path to success"
Aw thank you ❤️ genuinely appreciate this so much!
Beautiful and inspiring video!
My morning pillars are:
- meditating right after waking up (10-15 minutes)
- drinking 500ml water
- wash my face
- hop on my yoga mat to do yoga for 20-30 minutes (Yoga With Adriene)
- journal (writing my to do list, affirmation of the day, things I’m especially grateful for today and a bit of brain dump)
- breakfast
❤
Thanks for sharing your morning pillars! Yoga with Adriene is sooo good :) she has the perfect positive energy to start the day ☀️
Your videos bring me so much calm and inspiration. I’m an anxious individual and I often neglect to take care of myself though I crave it. Would really love to see your bedtime routine as that’s what I struggle with the most. Thanks!
Hi Angel, thank you so much. ❤️ I’ll add this to my list. Have a beautiful day ☀️
It all depends so much on how I slept during the night, but I never skip a big glass of water with magnesium, potassium and a pinch of salt, and music to get "in the mood" for the day. When sleep is good, I add a 15-20 min workout and a cold shower, otherwise I do them later in the day.
Ohh I love that electrolyte water idea! Thanks for sharing. Have never tried this in the morning.. I’ll experiment 🙏
What i love about you that you share valuable things without the usual preaching tone that others use, and i also wear black all the time :)
Haha thank you so much! Black is simple and streamlined. Minimal decision fatigue 🖤
@@TheScienceofSelfCare exactly! and i also like the aesthetic of your videos, so simple but so cool
Please also drop the face care routine. Your skin is lookin poppin
🥰🥰 my favorite products are listed in the description; I’ll make another skin video soon✨
Morning pillars: coffee, spending time with my husband ( outside when possible, barefoot to ground ourselves), doggy care ( food and checking on their health - 💩 situation), sunscreen and meditation 5 min.
I recently watched your Led video, love it and after much consideration I decided to buy and incorporate in my daily routine!
Great info and video style! Keep up the good work!
Thanks for sharing 🤍 A barefoot morning outside with your husband and 🐶 - these are the true joys in life!!
Totally agree. I wake up with meditation also (three to five minutes), then pee, brush my teeth, let the dog out. If I’m on the struggle bus I’ll put on sunscreen and clothes, then let my pup out so I don’t get stuck. Then we go for a walk or run. I like to do at least a mile but two or three if it’s not too hot or too icy or what have you. Then smoothie bowls in the summer and oatmeal in the winter for breakfast. Then I do a longer meditation (at least ten minutes), journal, read non-fiction for 15 minutes - anything so long as it interests me, currently, Winter Blues, which so far seems like a lot of patient stories and not much science, but I’m hopeful, and while I read I’m practicing grounding for the first time. I don’t think it makes a difference but we’ll see. When I’m doing my meditation and reading I’m outside. Then I try to get stuff done and then at lunchtime I read something for pleasure while I eat outside.
In the winter, I’ll do the same stuff but I’ll meditate by a window or under a cozy blanket. I’m. Ew to grounding so maybe I’ll try a grounding mat if it seems helpful but tbd.
I struggle with severe depression so morning goals (they don’t have to be in this order) really help me set the tone. I also try to make the bed but sometimes I just have to get out of the room because sleep is so seductive, which is why my first meditation is so short.
I’m over 500 days of consecutive meditation though! Really has been a game changer and I had tried previously many times without improvement but it’s the consistency that’s key for me in noticing the change. One minute every day, for me, is better than longer periods on some days. My personal sweet spot where I feel i notice benefits is ten minute stretches, or more, but it took me time to figure that out. Starting small and being consistent was really the most important step for me.
The barley juice powder and matcha combo looks like a good idea! They both have herbaceous flavors, so makes sense...especially with the health boost. I know not for everyone still lol Will try this as a latte sometime. I also like to add a pinch of salt in my matcha to enhance flavor. Just came upon your channel and appreciating your content :)
Big yes to a rosacea care video ! Please🌸
Noted! 🌸🤍
Love the whole vibe of this channel so calming and relaxing!
I love and invest in skincare products more than I do in clothes and feel comfortable wearing anything too. skincare is more important to me😉
Aw thank you! ❤️ Yes! For me as well, clothes are secondary and ever-changing :) it’s nice to prioritize caring for our physical vessel since we only get one! xo
My morning pillars:
. Awaken early (5am) preferably without an alarm
. No devices until after my morning routine
. Make my bed
. Black coffee and AG1 and black/herbal/matcha/green tea/yerba mate
. Breathwork/chant om to calm the body and mind
. Meditate 20 minutes or more
. Journal meditation experience, gratitude, intentions for the day
. Walk 8k-12k steps
. Breakfast: high fiber (steel-cut oats, raspberries/blackberries, a handful of raw almonds, a handful of raw pumpkin seeds) and an egg. Eat slowly.
. Shower or bathe, moisturize without toweling off, no makeup, blow dry hair in 10 minutes.
My morning routine or pillars are yoga, meditation, liquid vitamins, supplements, protein shake, a walk outside, shower, simple eye makeup and ALWAYS get dressed for the day like I was going to work even though I've worked from home for myself for 12 years. For me that outfit and Mascara are ESSENTIAL to my "get into work mode vibe". ❤
Love this!! Yes to it all. One of my old roommates would wear fancy outfits to her final exams. She said her clothing was key to showing up as her best and brightest self. 🤍
@TheScienceofSelfCare Thats awesome!!! It definitely affects the energy you bring forward into the world!
I do a lot of similar things to what you and some commenters have said, but one thing I really enjoy is making my bed. When I had a regular western style bed, that just meant tidying up the pillows and blankets. It was nice seeing a clean area every time I went into my bedroom for something, and felt like a cozy place to climb into bed at night that was ready just for me. I now sleep on the floor, similar to style of Japanese futons, so now making my bed means hanging up the blankets and mattresses to air out for a bit and then folding them up neatly in a corner. Sleeping on the floor has quite a few health benefits if you're interested in looking it up, but whatever way you sleep, having a nicely tidied area for bed has been one of the things that really makes my day.
Love this! I have been veryyy interested in trying to sleep on the floor! Do you have any resources you’d recommend to learn about the Japanese style of sleeping? Is it typical to fold away your bed everyday?
@@TheScienceofSelfCare For me it's part of the bigger "furniture free" or "ground living" lifestyle, adding natural movement throughout the day that isn't necessarily exercise. I would recommend looking into the work of Katy Bowman and Petra Fisher.
I like airing out the mattresses in the morning to give them a daily refresh. Just feels nice and helps prevent mold if you live in a humid place. And folding them up means you have more space during the day that you can use for other things, and makes it much easier to clean the floors!
@@serisaurusrexthanks so much! I’m going to look into this 🙏 I love having space to move and think!
please make the rosacea video! i too absolutely love the ritual of self-grooming. for me, that's my morning meditation. it's so relaxing 💖
Yes! This has gotten many requests now so it’s in the pipeline :)
My morning routine is reading my daily Bible APP verse, Making my bed, drinking water, a Drmtlgy skincare routine including daily Spf, Walking my Labrador (3x/day), Eating a late morning brunch- Eggs/cheese and bacon or sausage, coffee. I eat a KetoVore diet to keep my body and mind feeling good with energy and to maintain weight in my late 50’s.👩🦳
Sounds like a very consciously crafted morning! So glad you’ve found a routine that makes you feel energized ⚡️ that’s what it’s all about. 🥰
I am so glad I found your channel! Loving these videos
I'm about start trying having three eggs, microgreens, and chai tea with raw milk in the mornings! Your idea of protein first sounds like a great idea!
Sounds lovely 🤍✨
My pillars are pretty similar to yours! But I just wanted to jump in to echo that a video on your rosacea routine would be amazing. Your skin looks so clear with (what looks like) minimal makeup, which is something I've been trying to achieve for years. It can be such a difficult thing to navigate, especially on a budget!
Great discussion!
I'm no longer working 9-5; Life focus is now meaningful days not my career and achievement (I'm a Dr and other stuff... retired young to escape the rat race and burnout).
My pillars:
1. shower - sometimes cold shower
2. Fresh cool glass of water, and a nice fresh espresso (I enjoy the ritual of grinding, making my espresso and steaming my water.
3. Morning walk - 30-60min. Headphones and mindfulness are part of this.
4. Saying hello and smiling at as many people as possible - I pass many of the oncoming/off-going medical staff from the hospital I live next to and they walk the same parklands as I do. Doing this caries an emotional up-swing into the day and perks others up (that's a genuine evidence based point :) ).
5. Breakfast when I return home.
Thanks for another super interesting video - if you and your partner find your way to Australia with your suitcase lifestyle I'd be delighted to play host to you both :).
Thanks for sharing, Michael! This sounds like a powerful way to start each day.
I especially love number 4; saying hello and smiling to people is such a lovely pillar I’ve never considered. 🤍 going to steal that one! :)
Just discovered your channel and absolutely love your content! So interesting and such high production value, can't believe you don't have more subscribers. Keep up the good work xx
Aw thank you so much! I appreciate your support and kind words 🌸 have a beautiful weekend!
I wasn’t feeling so good when I started your video but after watching this video I feel more hopeful and ready to take on the day. ❤
❤️ and this makes MY day! Thank you for sharing the good vibes ✨
Red light mask + meditation is brilliant
Once again a video CHOCK-FULL of value and insight. I especially love the pillar concept - really takes away the pressure!
A must for me has been not starting my day with my phone! Your oura ring video gave me that nugget.
Thank you, Robin!
Thank you, Rachel! ❤️ haha the phone can join us after morning self-care 🥰
@@TheScienceofSelfCare also a morning must 😄
I do a 5 mile walk in the afternoon, but in the morning just have tea or coffee. I'm going to try a very small protein meal in the morning to see how it goes. Thanks
Thanks for sharing! Let me know how it goes for you 🤍
I love your channel!! I’m so happy I found it. Thank you for all you share!!💞
Aw thank you so much 🥰 happy you’re here! If there are any topics you’d love to see covered on this channel, let me know and I will add it to my brainstorm list!
@@TheScienceofSelfCare Glyphosate
I love the flexibility of framing your routine as pillars that support your day! This one led me to watch your earlier vid on rlt and I had a question: do you ever feel a sort of dependence on using your mask in the morning? I'm interested in trying it out, but I'm always a bit wary of trying new things that, if it were suddenly to be unavailable or inaccessible, I would really FEEL it and the impact of missing it on my day (akin to caffeine withdrawal). What do you think?
So happy to have stumbled across your channel! Thank you for the chill vibe and considered content you put out!
Oh! And "yes, please!" to sharing your morning skin care/makeup routine. Also, there was a brief clip of your makeup bag (I think)... do you remember where you got it?
Thanks again!
Thanks for your thoughtful comment! I know exactly what you mean by a “dependance” on items/tools/etc. In a sense I am “dependent” on the mask with my current routine. But if for some reason I had to part with it, I would probably replace this pillar with an outdoor meditation during my walk. So I always feel there are ways to adapt. :) And the reason I currently use the mask so much is because I genuinely love the experience of using it-so it’s worth the “dependence” for now!
Re makeup bag: I got this bag at a thrift store and it’s SO handy! Just checked the brand: “lapoché”. It’s very good quality and the perfect size.
I think this might actually be it: lapoche.com/collections/tech-travel-case/products/charger-bag-black
Turns out it’s a tech travel bag-who knew!
@@TheScienceofSelfCare Thank you so much for looking that up! Lol :)
Red light therapy seems like a solid bet... honestly mostly interested in the mood boosting, especially as the days get shorter. Don't think I have full on S.A.D. per se, but I definitely notice a dip in my mood. Will start saving up!
Thanks for sharing your morning routine, I love it ! My morning routine has been inspired by Prof Huberman. I start the day taking my dogs for a walk (20 or 50 mins) at sunrise to get sunlight in my eyes and not wearing sunglasses like I use to. I then have a giant green drink inspired by Bryan Johnson. Then I do resistance training if I did a short walk and I do QiQong every morning. QiQong is life changing for me, clearing my energy and setting my energy and mind for the day. Then breakfast and black coffee. I also eat a high protein meal to start the day. Then shower and skin care routine that I love. Once I do me and I then have energy for my hubby and kids :) And yes I wake up early to fit this all in because it just makes me feel so good and happy. :)
Love these pillars! Thanks for sharing.
I have been wanting to try the Green Giant drink! How does it taste?? I’m definitely going to make it when I’m a little more settled.
@@TheScienceofSelfCare The green giant drink taste great ! Surprisingly I prefer it more than the nutty pudding.
@@Maggie-ur6px can’t wait to try them all!! Thanks :)
Thank you for sharing all this precious things! It's resonates very much 💜 be happy!
Aw I’m so happy to hear that! Wishing you a lovely morning full of your favorite precious moments ☀️
Yes!! Self grooming is very enjoyable! I used to not care but now I do and I enjoy it so much.
It just feels so expressive and playful 🥰
Omg… I’m so grateful I found your channel ❤❤ I love it! 😻 please keep recording more 🥰
Aww thank you!! Welcome to this corner of RUclips 👋✨❤️ let me know if there’s something you’d love to see on this channel.
I love the concept of morning pillars!! I think it really does help balance flexibility and routine. Now I just need to figure out what mine are 🤔
Haha 🤍 choosing one that you can realllyyy commit to every morning is the best way to start, in my opinion :) what makes you feel like you can be the best version of yourself?
What facial massages do you do??
Please make a video on this 😊
I would LOVE if you shared your rosacea skincare routine!!
It’s on the list! 🌸💗
Would love a rosacea video! I also struggle with it
Thanks for sharing! It’s on the list! 🤍
Thank you for this video, your structured processes and eloquent descriptions are wonderfully calming to watch 😊
My favourite anti food anxiety quote is: "it's better to eat a little of everything than nothing of anything" ❤
Love that! A very good reminder that moderation is key. With nutrition, it seems every year there’s a new hype or finding. So I have just been trying to stick to whole foods that make me feel good. :)
Discovered ur channel few days before. Your videos are very inspiring ❤🦋🌈
Thank you so much 🥰 high praise!
Great viewpoints. Awesome video! Thanks for sharing 💖
I control my rosacea by avoiding the triggers: alcohol, chocolate, spices, and by avoiding irritants in my skincare and makeup, especially fragrance and many essential oils like peppermint. Also, no saunas or steam baths for me, and my shower is usually just warm, not hot or cold. I also had to learn to chill out because out of control emotions cause my face to burn too.
For morning routines, I would find laying under that mask anxiety-producing and my thoughts would race out of control, not “clear my mind”. I need movement first thing, and accomplishing chores.
Such great tips! Totally agree-the key to rosacea is really reducing the underlying irritation and inflammation. For me, chocolate is not irritating but apples (and other random foods) are! Did you ever do an elimination diet or blood test to discover what your body reacts to?
I echo this as well! Just found out I have rosacea in my mid-40s. For decades I just thought I was ruddy cheeked/acne prone. It’s blowing my mind that there are things I can do to help now, but still feeling overwhelmed by it all.
please include the “vain” stuff always !!! self care & grooming is a big deal for me. It helps so much with mood and confidence. Also agree with the matcha and oat bran !!!! It’s funny I don’t see people talking about oat bran but it’s delicious.
Aw thanks for sharing! I think because I didn’t grow up with any role models around me who liked these things (grooming, beauty, etc), the younger me felt like it was not important or wasn’t a good use of time. But I’ve definitely come to realize it is genuinely important to me and that’s what matters. I even recently heard a female investor say she would never invest in a female founder who wore makeup because it showed her priorities were in the wrong place.. so strange! Anywhoo I appreciate your comment and oat bran does rule 🤍🥰
@@TheScienceofSelfCareI didn’t grow up with role models who liked those thing (grooming, makeup, etc) too!
Yea for biltong! A South African staple I love it when I’m travelling and I need protein! I’ve been into porridge lately using maize meal and oats with protein. Then I’ll go through a time where all I’ll eat is eggs 😅
Yes! I always travel with emergency protein snacks :) you never know where you’ll end up!
Please could you list what makeup you use? Thank you ❤
Your skin looks fab ..i heading towards my 40's now not sure wheter your skin care routine will work as effectively on me😂
Thanks for sharing! I would have a look at Agency-the prescription skincare company I mentioned. Tretinoin is amazing for skin at many ages. 🥰
It can be pricey though!
12 mins and 32 sec vlog feels so short for me. 😊 yeah, a morning walk, journaling, and a cup of tea just sharing few of my morning pillars
Love that! I usually journal at night, but today I am going to journal in the morning, inspired by you guys here in the comments 🤍
Another lovely video. Thanks for the lovely ideas.
Thank you for your support!
Thank you for sharing your experiences! It's very insightful and educational.
Are you familiar with the Glucose Goddess Method?
Her approach is to have a glass of vinegar water before eating and in this order: veggie, protein, carb.
It's pretty similar to yours where you eat some protein before everything else.
Interesting! Thanks for sharing this. I also have often used vinegar water before meals. It really does help :)
This is a work in progress for me, but now that my kids are in school full time, I'm focusing on some new things.
In the morning, I also love going outside, which has been walks so far, but I'd like to improve my cardiovascular health/vo2 max as it is so strongly associated with a lower all cause morality, so I've starting a couch to 5k program as a way to ease into this.
I can relate with the skincare, I do the same with red light, and like the idea of incorporating meditation into this to stack those habits together. 😊 I also like to present my best face, so skincare and some makeup.
I end my routine with a good breakfast, which is usually oatmeal (thanks for the oat bran suggestion!), or a couole times a week eggs with sauted vegetables.
Then I go about my day, with strength training some afternoons.
Ps I'd love to know your favorite books on health and nutrition! Or podcasts, youtube resoruces, etc.
Thanks for sharing all of this! Sounds like we have similar morning pillars :) I’m starting to compile a list of my favorite health-related resources. One book I loved that came out this year is Outlive by Dr. Peter Attia 🤍
@@TheScienceofSelfCare I am currently reading Outlive, I am really enjoying it! I look forward to your resource list 🙂
You’re doing something really right with your content. This particular video has made me curious about L-Theanine, My mornings begin with an espresso shot with a bit of milk, however lately my body started reacting differently to it.
Thank you! 🙏 You can try to have your espresso with an L-theanine supplement and see how you feel. These are available online.
If you also struggle with digestive issues from coffee, you can try supplementing with Glutamine. :)
Thanks!@@TheScienceofSelfCare
Wow. you are not only beautiful but also very smart. The last part of the video, 'each day we are presented with an opportunity.'. It was kind of inspiring than sounds like pressure. I look forward to seeing more of your self care journey. It will definitely pay off.
Oh I try to meditate, but realized it is not as easy as it looks. I hope to see progress someday.
Thank you for your kind words! I agree that mediation is not as easy as it might seem. Red light therapy has helped me with it a lot! Another thing I like to do is turn on rainforest sounds. It’s easier when we have some sensory input to focus on 🤍
I always have a difficult time with my routines when I travel, so this is a great idea! I am really enjoying your channel. I have a good solid morning routine which includes: meditation (one hour! Dispenza), a short workout which includes shoulder and joint rolls but is fun and short so that I keep going, then writing in my journal with Obsidian! I love my morning routine so much. It changed my life. Thanks for posting!
Thanks for sharing your routine! Obsidian is awesome-sounds like you’re creating a robust second brain ✨☺️
I like your video, and make me feel enthusiastic. I will try some of your routine, thank you.
Aw this makes me day! I would love for everyone to feel excited and enthusiastic about taking care of themselves ✨
Hi, could you please do a video of how you improved your rosacea..
Hi! Do you have a recipe of the oat bran? I usually just drink a protein shake.
I usually cook it with water, protein powder, some sea salt and cinnamon. If you want it EXTRA delicious you can first toast your oat bran in coconut oil in the pan before adding liquids. Later I add cacao... A good dollop of nut butter. 😋 And my toppings vary from day to day.
What kind of protein shake do you make? These days I have been enjoying a protein shake in the late afternoon after exercise. x
Thanks for the vlog. Just thinking what would be the time given by you for each pillar. .. motivated by your walking video earlier I have started with a pillar..
I always like to have one hour to do everything, not rushed. If I were to do it in speed mode, I could do everything in 30 minutes and include walking as part of my commute to wherever I have to be!
Really cool ideas!
My pillars: scrape tongue + drink @piquelife electrolytes, meditate while I use my red light therapy - I have the @lumeboxpro, stretch my body then go out to expose my eyes to sunlight ☀️ and I walk like you around 1 mile, 2 if I have time and weather allows. Then is time to take care of my son for school so I pause my routine. After I drop him off is coffee/matcha/tea time, then breakfasts, then I start chores 😊
Thanks for sharing your pillars! Love how you’ve built your morning to include self-care and motherly duties 🤍✨ I’m taking notes for the future ;)
You might reconsider the Matcha. It’s high in caffeine and that can trigger your rosacea.
just discovered your channel and really like your approach and perspective; very respectful. I used to enjoy wearing makeup so much but stopped because I"m concerned about all of the chemicals and how they might effect my overall health and endocrine. Do you have any concerns about these matters and makeup?
Thanks for your thoughtful comment! 🤍 It’s something I do think about. I generally let my body and skin tell me what it likes. My skin is very sensitive and will quickly reveal if something is irritating. So I am picky about the makeup and skincare I put on my face.
Another thing I always do is wear multiple layers of sunscreen and a natural primer under my makeup which creates a bit of a shield between the makeup and my skin. So far, the makeup I’ve been wearing has not made my skin worse and sometimes I even feel it keeps it protected in cities (where the air is quite polluted). Some brands I like that seem to have decent ingredients are Ilia and Kosas. But in terms of endocrine disruption, its not possible for me to say. Currently my hormones are very much in balance though.
I think health sometimes requires making compromises between things that make you happy and things that are “supposed to be healthy”. Being happy contributes to being healthy. I have had periods where I wore little to no makeup and my skin was no better and I definitely felt less like I was expressing myself fully. So I’ve chosen to keep wearing makeup that I trust and feel good about. 😊
Can you do your night routine? I don’t feel excited about sleeping
@@Bubbles-od2tv sure! I love that idea. I’ll add it to the list :)
i really enjoy watching your videos. consider uploading more and maybe doing vlogs here or on a new channel. ❤
Thanks for your supportive words! I’m going to see what I can do about my upload speed. :) Right now I’m a one woman show with some other work obligations but my heart is here ❤️ you guys rock
@@TheScienceofSelfCare 👌🙏
My bottle of pure synergy barley grass just came and so I made my usual matcha but it was rough. Sweet matcha with a little freshly mowed lawn. 😂 how much do you add ?
Haha it’s not for the faint of heart!! I don’t add too much (1/2 teaspoon?) but I would say that if you’re not a fan of the taste, you can use it in smoothies instead! Mixed with a banana or other ingredients, it’ll be a completely different experience. :)
Seriously impressed that you tried it!!
which red light therapy did you buy? thanks and I love your videos
Hey 👋 I have the Boost LED face mask by the Light Salon 👉 www.thelight-salon.com/en-us/...
I bought it with my own money, have been using it for years, and love it.
After making a whole video on the mask ( ruclips.net/video/OH1xIZfh7Bw/видео.htmlsi=rTU3OxTmYmB9WPHL )
the company gave me a discount code for my viewers: “selfcare” to get 20% off.
But there are so many masks on the market that do a great job! So I suggest getting the one that fits your budget, is FDA approved, and that you like the look of :)
Hope this helps!
xo
Robin
Very inspirational! Could you please share what color you use on your lips? It is such a pretty and natural looking color. Thank you 😊
Aw thank you. My current combo is the Too Faced Lip Injection Lip Liner in the color “Post-Op Pink” (subtle warm nude) topped with the LAKA Bonding Glow lipstick in color Miro (cooler tone). Together they make a neutral shade that’s a great “your lips but better” color 🥰
Robin, what are your thoughts on some of the chemicals in face care products? I’ve been trying very hard to get rid of toxins in my environment
I try to use kind, quality skincare that support my skin barrier. With makeup, I’m also very picky about what I put on my face-no fragrances or abrasive ingredients.
I find my skin stays healthier with a consistent skincare and makeup routine versus just going barefaced outside and walking around relatively polluted cities.
I think you should do what feels right to you and feels right for your body! My skin always lets me know if it’s not happy with a product or ingredient. It will breakout, become red, or feel weird. :)
My 5 would be …. Walking my dog 1 to 2 miles ….. coffee or matcha 🍵, healthy breakfast of some sort . RUclips vid inspirational speaker , stretching 🙆♀️ 🧘♀️. For now this works for me 🎉
Sounds great! Love the “inspirational speaker” element. It reminds me of what Jen Sincero calls going to the “spiritual gym” .. aka working out our mind just like we work out our bodies. :)
@@TheScienceofSelfCare oh yes so true . Keep your mind right ;)
I'm curious about how do you manage to carry all the stuff you need with you (light therapy mask, skincare, tea...) 👀
My luggage is 30% skincare 30% consumable goods 30% minimal black clothing 😅😅 10% tech
@@TheScienceofSelfCare that explains 🤣💪 i think i could be you ahah maybe i'd add just some % of office supplies 🤣
@@leggermentesara hahaha ❤️ are you also digital nomading? 🥰
@@TheScienceofSelfCare oh no, not at all, i'm just picturing myself in the situation 🙈
@@leggermentesara hehe well your first comment was on point. An airport security guy in New Zealand was alarmed at how many facial devices I fit into one suitcase.
What do you use on your lips? That color looks so good on you. I've been watching your videos hoping you would mention what you use lol
Thank you! I am obsessed with the Too Faced “Lip Injection Plumping Lip Liner” in the color “Post-Op” and then adding the LAKA “Bonding Glow Lipstick” in the color “Miro” on top (Korean brand). I love this combo because the lip liner is a tad warm and the lipstick is a tad cool so it blends to a lovely natural+neutral pink 🥰
Just wondering how long this all takes for you? Thanks! I'd love to get up earlier, but sleep is ruling right now.
Thanks for your question! Sleep is indeed important!
My fast version of the morning is 35 minutes. My leisurely (peaceful👼) version is 60 minutes. I usually like to wake up 1 hour before I have to leave my house. So even if I have to leave the house at 6:00 I will wake up at 5:00. I love to start my day with plentyyy of time and space to be in my own world. :)
@@TheScienceofSelfCare Lol well I must be extreeemely slow because I was thinking this was a 2 hr sess lol.
@@KateD-ei4ng honestly I could easily make it 2 hours as well :) largely depends on how long my walk is 15 minutes vs 45 makes a big difference. Also my makeup routine can take 5 minutes or 45 minutes 😂😅 I can be a turtle myself 🐢❤️
Nice to see you
I love your sweater, where did you buy it?
Thank you 🥰 my sweater is from COS
Yeees rosacea video please 🙏
💕 Noted! 🌸
Welome to Melbourne!
Thank you 🥰 I’ve been enjoying going to woolies and discovering new health foods/brands/products!
Morning routine:
10 minute yoga
Game of solitaire on my phone
Vaseline on areas that might chafe
Thanks for sharing-Vaseline is a life-saver!!!
Recently I’ve discovered that lanolin is another great, underrated occlusive that I love on my lips. ❤️ gotta stay moisturized in winter
Love your content, I share your videos often with my significant other. Keep up the great work!
I would like to respectfully comment on the oat bran. My understanding is that brans are high in arsenic, and that while adults may be able to deal with it, more research is needed to decide whether or not this is good for developing brains. I'm not sure whether all brans are the same, but it sure is hard to remember which are and which are not if there are differences.
Thanks for sharing this point about oat bran!
I know whole grain rice can often contain arsenic. Apparently wheat and oats contain less arsenic than rice? Still something I need to read more about / investigate further! Like you said, this may be especially relevant for the younger developing humans among us.
Still sad, because I love the way rice and oats make my body feel. This is like the day I found out my favorite dark chocolate contains many heavy metals!! Haha moderation is key I suppose. :)
Xo
Merci ❤
Apple cider vinegar full strength works for my rosacea .
Interesting! I have never tried this. I could see this working because rosacea can be caused by certain microbes like Demodex folliculorum mites. And vinegar can have an antimicrobial effect.. will look into this more!! 🙏 thanks for sharing
My morning pilars: Mornig affirmations/meditation & Yoga in bed, tea & breakfast ouside if possible, dishes & laundry, skincare & cold shower, make my bed.
There is a YT channel 'walk at home' in case someone's interested on walking inside.
Great tips!! I’m going to check out that video. I also love the idea of doing yoga in bed 🤍 do you follow a routine for that or just free flow with your body?
I use video's by Santosha Spirit, if you type her name in the search bar with 'morning' you will find several. Also 'Yoga with Kassandra' has several to be done in bed. And Yoga with Bird too. @@TheScienceofSelfCare
So how tall are you? I thought you were like 5'2" when I first saw this channel. Thanks for all the information I'm trying to walk more :)
Interesting. I am 5’11.5’’
Happy stepping!!
@@TheScienceofSelfCare OK now that I've watched a couple other videos I see the height :)
@@BryanDoesCinemahaha I’m used to it! Whenever I meet people over Zoom and then meet them in real life they are shocked at how tall I am.
Yo robin. Can you change your quality to at least 1080p? The 720 looks terrible on my tv
Gah sorry about this! I think the A roll was exported in 720? I’m still a noob with a lot of this. ☺️ I’ll make a point to have my next video in 1080p 🤍
wow you went to grad school! what were your majors for undergrad and grad school? i knew you seemed smart
I studied biomedical sciences in undergrad and biochemistry / biotechnology in grad school. But I took a leave of absence from grad school because I’ve realized my passion is not in wet lab research-rather, I’m passionate about communicating scientific findings to the public. I see you have a nice double-stranded profile pic ;) are you a researcher yourself?
What’s in your suit case doe
1/3 skincare 😅 1/3 snacks,tea,supplements ✨ 1/3 black clothing 🖤 hehe
Om namah shivaya
'Promosm' 😪
Sorry for the curiosity. Are you a scorpio? :)
I am not! I am a Virgo. I don’t know much about astrology but I think people usually dislike virgos.. haha
i don't think the bacteria colony analogy is valid because they're genetically filtering the bacteria for the best and fittest, right? So the weak ones that can't survive the various stressors would die, and the strong ones would thrive?
Yes-but I think of this as “parts of ourselves”. We have the shed the parts of ourselves that aren’t positively contributing to our survival and our flourishing. And we can cultivate the “most fit” parts of ourselves that do really well under different circumstances. :)
Great video!!! Please make a skincare and makeup routine.......I ve always loved the more natural makeup, like yours.....But today makeup is so obvious and fake. I think you can be an example for young girls that are starting now with makeup.......You are very, very BEAUTIFUL with and without makeup!!!
Thanks for these super kind words! 🤍 I’m definitely going to make a skincare video soon since it’s the most highly requested video. I want to take the time to do it right :) have a beautiful day ☀️
and STOP calling makeup self expression! it's literally about looking like a non-you version that is entirely based on what society or your tribe considers attractive...like BY DEFINITION.
Hey thanks for sharing your perspective! To me, dressing and grooming ourselves in a way that makes us feel attractive (even if influenced by the society around us) is a form of self expression. Personally, I think it’s fun and playful. And I know many people who all do their makeup in very different ways (despite living in the same society). Not everyone has to feel this way or agree with it. :) that’s just my current relationship to makeup, which is likely to evolve over time. In my eyes, each of us is welcome to present ourselves however we like to-there’s no one way to be.
Xo
Robin
Are you single 😉
I am engaged to be married next year! ✨
When is it ever too hot outside to go for a walk, early in the morning? And if you live in a place where you don't feel safe to go for a morning walk, then you shouldn't live there.
This was in response to real comments left by real people. :) I think not everyone can move very easily or quickly. I know viewers in South Africa were saying they did not feel safe walking around. Perhaps they still enjoy living there, being close to family and friends / where they grew up?
you should eat *raw* eggs 🥚🥚🥚 and meat 🥩🥩🥩, you know
The background music is very distracting and annoying.
Thanks for the honest feedback! I’ll do without the background music next time around :) always experimenting
I enjoyed watching a good video today
Still orthorexic.
Totally agree. I wake up with meditation also (three to five minutes), then pee, brush my teeth, let the dog out. If I’m on the struggle bus I’ll put on sunscreen and clothes, then let my pup out so I don’t get stuck. Then we go for a walk or run. I like to do at least a mile but two or three if it’s not too hot or too icy or what have you. Then smoothie bowls in the summer and oatmeal in the winter for breakfast. Then I do a longer meditation (at least ten minutes), journal, read non-fiction for 15 minutes - anything so long as it interests me, currently, Winter Blues, which so far seems like a lot of patient stories and not much science, but I’m hopeful, and while I read I’m practicing grounding for the first time. I don’t think it makes a difference but we’ll see. When I’m doing my meditation and reading I’m outside. Then I try to get stuff done and then at lunchtime I read something for pleasure while I eat outside.
In the winter, I’ll do the same stuff but I’ll meditate by a window or under a cozy blanket. I’m. Ew to grounding so maybe I’ll try a grounding mat if it seems helpful but tbd.
I struggle with severe depression so morning goals (they don’t have to be in this order) really help me set the tone. I also try to make the bed but sometimes I just have to get out of the room because sleep is so seductive, which is why my first meditation is so short.
I’m over 500 days of consecutive meditation though! Really has been a game changer and I had tried previously many times without improvement but it’s the consistency that’s key for me in noticing the change. One minute every day, for me, is better than longer periods on some days. My personal sweet spot where I feel i notice benefits is ten minute stretches, or more, but it took me time to figure that out. Starting small and being consistent was really the most important step for me.