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Creating Balance Daily
Rituals for a more mindful year. The new year is a time for reflection, gratitude and small shifts toward big changes. And while we are all hoping for things to get quickly back to normal in 2021, it’s likely we’ll have to spend some more time at home this winter before getting back to our much-missed routines in the spring and summer. But rather than diving into another Netflix binge or endlessly scrolling social media to pass the hours, let’s be intentional with this time. More time at home may bring up a lot of emotions, but it also presents an opportunity for more self-care, in whatever way you need most. While the benefits of CBD are truly endless, this year we are extra appreciative of its ability to create balance daily. So if the idea of self-care seems overwhelming, stressful, or you’re not sure where to start, read on for five easy-to-implement CBD rituals to work into your wellness routine. Ritual 1: Awaken Start your morning with a mini-meditation to set your intention for the day ahead. First, put a dropperful of Upstate Aura 300mg CBD under your tongue for 10 seconds to soak in all the benefits before swallowing. Then, choose a mantra, or phrase between 3-5 words that you can easily repeat, that reflects your intention for the day. For example, if you have a busy day of deadlines and meetings, you might choose, “I have everything I need for success.” Set a timer for 5 minutes, take a comfortable seat, and focus on your breathing. With every inhale and exhale, repeat this mantra until the timer goes off. Your day is off to a great start already. Ritual 2: Focus Between back-to-back meetings, tasks, and errands, find time to give yourself a mini brain break to reset your focus when you get back to work. Brain breaks are quick, sensory-focused activities that can help shift your mindset quickly and effectively, and you can choose your favorite option from a large variety. After about an hour of focused work, set aside 5-10 minutes to do something that makes you feel more relaxed. Go for a walk around the block, do a few jumping jacks, or put a few minutes of work into a puzzle. Your mindset will shift instantly, and you’ll be renewed and ready to get back to work. Ritual 3: Calm A stressful day may have you reaching for your bottle of CBD before you even realize you’re missing an opportunity for a calming ritual. Get more out of your dose by taking the time to make yourself a relaxing elixir. Grab your bottle of Upstate Aura 600mg CBD, and head to the kitchen. Whether you prefer a soothing tea, a nourishing smoothie, or a frothy coffee (opt for decaf for maximum chill), craft up your favorite evening drink of choice, and add a dropperful of CBD to enhance the calming vibe it brings. Put down your phone, turn off the TV, and simply enjoy. Ritual 4: Grounding Creating a mind-body connection can have a profound effect on your levels of wellness, and a great way to reach a more balanced state is through a regular yoga practice. But before you get overwhelmed with the idea of another thing to add to your to-do list, remember your practice can be as quick as 5-10 minutes a day. If you’re feeling tense, use your Upstate Aura 2000mg CBD cream to soothe away stress as you flow through a few sun salutations, connecting your movement with your breathing. Always end your practice with a savasana, no matter how small. Your body will thank you. Ritual 5: Sleep A regular bedtime routine is invaluable, but in stressful times, it can be difficult to regulate your schedule. If the stress of staying home has you up all night, focus on your pre-bedtime ritual to help you enjoy the process of winding down, without letting your restlessness get you all wound up. An hour before you’d like to go to bed, shut down your screens and enjoy a dropperful of Upstate Aura 1200mg CBD. The next hour is yours to create an evening ritual you love—whether it’s spent reading, soaking in the tub, enjoying a warm shower, or journaling, just let the calm come to you.
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Gift an Upstate of Mind
Your guide to intentional gifting. What makes a good gift? The way it can impact someone’s day and mood right away? Sure. But the potential to change someone’s entire life? Now that’s what we’re talking about. During this most stressful year, we invite you to ditch the more materialistic in favor of something mood-boosting. Our organic, full-spectrum hemp extracts are designed to give friends and family what they really need in 2020: calm, relaxation, and a little extra holiday cheer from our family in the Catskills. From creating a daily wellness ritual to de-stressing after a busy day of Zoom calls, we believe there’s a place for CBD in everyone’s routine. So whether it’s finding the perfect gift for your closest kin or grabbing something to satisfy even the toughest critic, our gift guide has everything you need to know for a season of intentional giving. We all know someone who hasn’t stepped away from their computer since, well, March. Needless to say, they’re probably feeling a little burnt out and could use a vacation. But during a year when home for the holidays has a whole new meaning, you’ll need to bring the vacation to them with our most-potent 1200mg Organic Full-Spectrum Hemp Extract. We recommend pairing with our Holiday 2020 playlist for the perfect winter wind-down. Whether they love a good workout or make a point to meditate daily, this person takes wellness to a whole new level. They take care of their mind, body, and spirit—and this year, we could all use a bit more of that. Our 600mg Organic Full-Spectrum Hemp Extract is the perfect addition to an already established regimen, crafted to help aid with recovery and stress-relief. Enjoy a dropperful before a yin yoga class for the ultimate in holiday restoration. For parents, grandparents, and anyone else in your life who could use a little help feeling their best but still think saying hemp is just another way to talk about the devil’s lettuce, ease them into the world of CBD with our 300mg Organic Full-Spectrum Hemp Extract. Effective but gentle, they can rest easy knowing there’s no high involved. Still stumped by someone on your list? CBD has the amazing ability to bring balance wherever, and however, it’s needed, meaning it’s truly the perfect gift for anyone. Grab a bundle of all 3 tinctures for $140 and gift generously for holiday cheer that lasts well into the new year.
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CBD Decoded - Plant Cannabinoids
Plant Cannabinoids Our quick guide to decoding the lingo. CBD Cannabidiol (CBD) is one of many kinds of cannabinoids found in hemp extract. ECS Cannabinoids interact with our bodies’ natural endocannabinoid system (ECS), which regulates a myriad of functions including sleep, mood and more. THC Both CBD and THC have significant therapeutic attributes. But unlike THC, CBD does not make a person feel “stoned” or intoxicated. That’s because CBD and THC act in different ways on different receptors in the brain and body. Full Spectrum Full spectrum means that the product contains all the cannabinoids that are naturally occurring in the cannabis plant. Full spectrum CBD products are typically high in CBD, with only trace amounts of minor cannabinoids, and very low in THC (less than 0.3%) Entourage Effect The entourage effect happens when CBD is ingested with other compounds from the cannabis plant, rather than in isolation. The theory is that by using the whole hemp plant rather than a singular aspect, there's a boost in the health benefits and overall therapeutic effect of cannabinoids.
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