What I love about Father’s Day prezzies is that I always buy things I secretly want to covet down the line.
So of course, I’m thinking a super rad track suit would be ideal, especially since I like them oversized.
Umbro makes the perfect stuff to pick through. I settled on this dope looking track suit. And welp, I saw the women’s version and just got one for myself too – since I decided the best dad I know right now is my brother!
Aslo, totally affordable! Ranges from $60 to $70 for each piece. A total no-brainer. I am totally obsessed with my black suit below. (As in can’t take it off).
The men’s is super comfy and cottony. Total home-run.
I’ll be adding more Father’s Day goodies over the next week. Stay tuned!
Emotional pain is built into the fabric of
life. It shows up in multiple forms: anxiety, loneliness, feeling rejected,
overwhelmed by the stresses of life and the list goes on. In the midst of these
challenging experiences, we naturally look for ways to change the way we’re
feeling—to alleviate the pain.
If we don’t have healthy ways of coping
with emotional distress, we’re susceptible to relying on things like food,
alcohol, shopping and Internet surfing to get the soothing and relief we seek.
To protect your wellbeing, it’s important
to be equipped with tools and a game plan to address the challenging emotional
experiences that show up in life.
Here are 6 steps to diffusing intense emotional symptoms:
Step
1 Take a deep breath, relax your
muscles, and feel your feet on the ground.
Step 2 Remind yourself that thoughts and feelings come and
go like a weather pattern passing through: I
won’t always feel this way.
Step 3 Instead of
fighting what you’re feeling, move into emotional acceptance, allowing the
painful feeling to breathe. Say to yourself, I can live with this feeling right now.
Step 4 Describe out-loud or on paper what you’re feeling and
the thoughts you’re having, almost as if you were taking on the role of an
impartial commentator. Label the emotions and describe where and how you feel
them in your body.
Step 5 Engage in a five-minute grounding exercise. First,
listen to all the sounds in your environment intently for 1 to 2 minutes. Then
pick out a visual anchor in your environment, something pleasing to the eye, such
as a painting or picture, and study it visually for a couple of minutes. Next
notice how your body feels on the cushion or chair or run your hand under warm
water noticing the sensations (1 to 2 minutes). Lastly, grab a spice or
something that has a pleasing aroma and engage your olfactory sense. Study the
smell for a minute or so. This process of grounding is highly effective in both
bringing awareness into the present moment, which is incompatible with internal
spinning, and decreasing emotional intensity.
Step
6: Engage in meaningful action.
Instead of turning inward and focusing on how you’re feeling, place your
attention and concern on someone else. Engage in an act of kindness or if you
pray, pray for someone you know is struggling. Take some action that reflects
the best part of who you are.
Next time you find yourself
emotionally overwhelmed or in a painful feeling state, implement the 6 steps
you just reviewed. Especially with time and practice, you will notice that this
approach reduces the power and presence of emotional pain in your life. You
can’t always avoid the emotional challenges that come your way but you can develop
a set of responses that protect your wellbeing and keep you fully engaged and
present with life. Give it a try!
Last week I went to a gorgeous launch gathering for a very special line of Ayurveda-Inspired, Cannabis-Infused Remedies, THE ROOT OF IT ALL.
I am so impressed with this line of sublingual tinctures and one divine salve, their Rewind topical ointment which contains less than 20% beeswax for enhanced texture and consistency. The remedies are not only all-natural, plant-powered remedies, formulated to “solve everyday conditions of modern living such as anxiety, stress, insomnia, and lethargy so you can get back into alignment.”
They also taste rich and divine.
“The Root of It All tinctures and topical ointment are blends of herbs and spices, inspired by ancient Ayurvedic philosophy of Holistic wellness, amplified with cannabis extracts to rejuvenate the mind and body. The product line includes five cannabis-infused essential remedies for energy, calm, sleep, unwind and stress relief as well as one topical balm for restoration. Each product’s dynamic formulation creates a consistently peaceful yet potent effect that tastes and smells good with fast-acting relief. “
I have been using them daily. I for sure take the STOP, UNWIND, SLOW and EASE at day’s end. In the morning, I use a dropper of GO which seems to soften the jittery edge I get from coffee, which I refuse to ever give up, but keeps me in my work flow.
I was so impressed meeting the CEO and hearing him talk about the four years and two PhD’s that went into developing the remedies. With the craze of all things cannabis and CDB, it’s amazing to meet the true passionate and dedicated founders like this brand.
Below I have posted snippets from their website. This explains it all perfectly. *Please find a list of where to buy.
Cannabis-Infused Essential Oils and Topicals
Every ingredient has a story. Every formula has a purpose. The Root of It All™ is on a quest to discover the path to well-being by providing powerful plant-based essential remedies for everyday conditions. Our line of essential oil tinctures and topical ointments are blends of herbs and spices, inspired by ancient Ayurvedic philosophy of holistic wellness, amplified with cannabis extracts to bring you back into your natural state of balance.
Cannabis and Ayurvedic Herbs Join Forces
Botanic remedies have been providing relief to individuals for thousands of years. While the Western world’s pharmaceutical industry has focused on isolating, synthesizing, and patenting specific chemicals and molecular compounds; the world of alternative remedies employ natural treatments stemming from the plant kingdom. An essential oil represents the most simple and natural essence of a plant. The Root of It All™ selects these pure oils for their Ayurvedic, restorative benefits and balances them with cannabis extracts to create powerful, plant-based remedies for everyone who shares our quest for holistic wellness.
Cannabis-Infused Essential Oils and Topicals
Every ingredient has a story. Every formula has a purpose. The Root of It All™ is on a quest to discover the path to well-being by providing powerful plant-based essential remedies for everyday conditions. Our line of essential oil tinctures and topical ointments are blends of herbs and spices, inspired by ancient Ayurvedic philosophy of holistic wellness, amplified with cannabis extracts to bring you back into your natural state of balance.
Cannabis and Ayurvedic Herbs Join Forces
Botanic remedies have been providing relief to individuals for thousands of years. While the Western world’s pharmaceutical industry has focused on isolating, synthesizing, and patenting specific chemicals and molecular compounds; the world of alternative remedies employ natural treatments stemming from the plant kingdom. An essential oil represents the most simple and natural essence of a plant. The Root of It All™ selects these pure oils for their Ayurvedic, restorative benefits and balances them with cannabis extracts to create powerful, plant-based remedies for everyone who shares our quest for holistic wellness.
All-Natural Herbs and Spices
Many tinctures in the market utilize alcohol, glycerin, and/or propylene glycol as chemical carriers of cannabinoids. These chemical carriers offer no added value to the products, and they leave a rancid taste that artificial flavors struggle to mask. The Root of It All™ uses Ayurvedic blends that are plant-based and utilize all-natural ingredients. Our essential oils are vegan, gluten-free, and allergy friendly.
Flavor and Function United
Pairing proprietary cannabis extracts with essential oils and Ayurvedic blends (all-natural herbs and spices) allows our unique formulas to target specific everyday conditions as well as produce culinary-quality flavors without a hint of cannabis taste or odor. The product works quickly, delights the senses, and delivers results every time!
Calling all Rose lovas…. The 2nd Annual Rosé Day L.A. presented by Corkcicle in Malibu at the beautiful Saddlerock Ranch to celebrate National Rosé Day!
From noon to sunset, indulge in various rosé offerings at the most elegant summer kick off experience. Complemented by live DJ’s, luxury brands, delicious food pairings, leisure games and more! We look forward to having you at the “must attend” event of the summer.
GARDEN ADMISSION TICKETS ($65-$95)
One-day access to the event, June 8th, 2019 12:00PM to 8:00PM
1 complimentary Corkcicle drinking vessel for the day ($30.00 value)
$25 toward your Uber or Lyft ride to the event via our rideshare partner Freebird App (code: ROSEDAYLA19)
Open meadow seating
Gourmet food court curated by Iron Chef Marc Forgione feat. local Malibu & L.A. food trucks all paired specifically well with Rosé. Chef Forgione will be collaborating with several trucks to feature some of his signature dishes. (for purchase $)
Access to all Garden bars serving glasses & bottles rosé wine, champagne & signature cocktails (for purchase $)
Access to the Rosé Beer Garden serving a variety of rosé beer (for purchase $)
Access to the Frozé Zone featuring a variety of frozen treats (for purchase $)
A new cannabis retail boutique with deep roots in Southern California.
On a mission to set a new standard for modern cannabis retail that is inclusive, diverse and approachable by all.
Think easy, breezy so-call shopping – airy and bright – exuding with ‘wellness’ vibes. Sweet Flower is the new classy cannabis shop on the block. In the heart of We-Ho, enters this finely curated, ‘quality conscious and environmentally sound’ market for top of the line cannabis in all shapes and sized.
“Our limited series, ocean grown flower blossoms just up the coast in Carpinteria, cultivated with scrupulous care and environmental sensibility. The other brands we’ve finely curated for our stores are equally quality conscious and environmentally sound.”
Sweet Flower
EDIBLES
TINCTURES
VAPES
TEAS, TRANSDERMAL PATCHES, TOPICAL
True to their brand promise, the shop feels elevated and sophisticated. For the consumer who knows their way around product and savvy packaging but eager to learn more and engage with the “Sweet Florists” who will help curate a usage plan for you.
They Sweet Florists, as the sales people are referred to as, are lovely and well educated cannabis concierges, ready to guide you through our selection and answer any questions you may have along the way.
Customer experience is clearly a priority.
HIGH NOTES:
Unparalleled customer service
Highest quality, locally-sourced products, and retail environments distinguished by their design and inviting ambiance.
Committed to being an inclusive and diverse employer and to addressing the needs of the communities it serves.
The store is so bright, sunny and lovely – the sales peeps were incredible and overall, an amazing welcome addition to the neighborhood. It’s perfect for someone like me who only identifies with cannabis for its wellness capacities.
