Stress, Sleep and the Impact on Our Well-Being ft. Columbia Care

ad // There are 2 things in all of our lives that can seriously impact our everyday overall well-being; stress and sleep. These two little words can have such a profound effect on how we feel. We’re told time and time again to limit our stress and get more sleep yet we rarely listen and still stress over a ton of things we can’t control and stay up too late watching Bridgerton.

Sometimes we might need a little extra help in combatting the stresses of every day life and getting more adequate and quality sleep and that’s absolutely okay and nothing to be ashamed of. There’s no shame in taking anti-depressants for your mental health, sleeping tablets for your sleep or things like CBD oil for an extra overall well-being boost that you might need daily.

PSA: If you’re taking or thinking of taking any CBD related products, please do your own research before making your decision. Research the brand and products thoroughly and speak to a doctor if you have any additional questions about if taking CBD oil is safe for you. We’re all different, what works for one person might not work for another. It’s important to take your own health needs into consideration, not base your decision just on what someone on the internet has said.

Today’s post is kindly sponsored by Columbia Care and their products will definitely be of interest to you if stress and sleep problems are things that are negatively impacting your well-being. You can also get 10% off using the code JEN10:

Who are Columbia Care?

Columbia Care are a leading producer of science-driven, cannabis plant-based therapies in the U.S, and they take their expertise and knowledge in this area to produce a trustworthy range of wellbeing supplements.

To ensure the quality of their 100% organic hemp, the growers in the U.S. use a regenerative farming system to help recycle nutrients, retain water and minimize dependence on additives and agro-toxics. They also let their resident bees do the work of pollinating plants and managing pests so they rarely need to use organic pesticides.

Peppermint Flavoured CBD Oil – Broad Spectrum 10% 10ml

The Peppermint Flavoured CBD Oil is single strength, 10% CBD oil and is delivered through their graded pipette, facilitating accurate dosage to meet the specific wellness needs of consumers. THC-free, 100% Organic, Vegan, and non-GMO, this wonderful little oil is perfect to keep in your bag

CBD SoftGel Capsules 30 Capsule Bottle Broad Spectrum 10%

If you prefer a capsule, then those are available too! The CBD SoftGel Capsules contain 10% CBD oil, are easy to swallow and are THC-free, 100% Organic, Vegan, and non-GMO. You should take the capsules INSTEAD of the oil, not as well as. It’s just a great option for those who would prefer an capsule.

How should you take these products?

For the CBD oil, it is recommended to take a 0.25ml dosage through the pipette once a day – prefably before bedtime and at roughly the same time each day, if possible. Columbia Care suggest upping your dose after one week but only if you want or need to. The maximum dosage you can take is 70mg – 2 and a half capsules.

You don’t need to up your dosage at all, if you don’t want to. It’s entirely up to you and if you feel comfortable and content with the lowest dosage and feel like it’s benefitting you, then by all means, you should keep doing that. Monitor how you feel – you will instinctively know if and when you need to go up or down a dosage.

I personally prefer the oil with the pipette as I feel like I have more control over the dosage and what I’m putting under my tongue. As someone with a previous severe anxiety disorder, I have to be careful when considering products like this. The thought of going backwards in my recovery journey is terrifying.

So having that element of control – even if it is all psychological – really helped me. Although taking CBD oil isn’t going to completely cure any wellness issues I have (like waking up multiple times in the night), it is another added element to my routine that is helping me find balance – something I’m hugely passionate about and always wanting to find more of.

Quick tips for dealing with stress and sleep issues

We will all deal with stress in our lives; it’s a normal (although annoying) part of the human experience. But letting stress go on for too long can have a really damaging impact on your well-being. Chronic stress can lead to chronic diseases but getting it under control and having coping mechanisms on hand can be a huge benefit. Here are some quick tips for dealing with stress and sleep issues:

• Take a look at your diet. Diet and stress can be linked and you can read more about that link in this post about stress and nutrition
• Seek advice from a doctor or a mental health professional if your stress is chronic and is affecting your physical and mental well-being
• Limit your coffee and caffeine intake if you’re experiencing a lot of stress
• Establish a night-time routine that works for you; avoid excessive use of screens, give yourself time to wind down, journal and create a relaxing space to sleep in
• Exercise and move your body. This will help to relieve stress and make you sleep better, so win-win!
• Have people to talk to and a support system that allows you to speak freely about your stress issues

If you fancy trying the Columbia Care CBD oil or capsules, you can get 10% off with the code “JEN10” at the checkout. Remember that it’s important to do what’s right for you and there’s no shame in taking something to help you manage stress and sleep better!

How do you manage stress? How do you ensure you get good quality sleep? Let me know!