Hi everyone!

So excited to start sharing more of my life on here! I figured a good place to start would be some of the practices/routines I am currently obsessed with that make me feel amazing! Especially since it’s still SO hot here in Arizona (today is hopefully the last day of 100s…) it’s been helping me to focus on what I CAN control. I personally have found that focusing on the absolute basics are what make a difference. You don’t need a magic supplement or the perfect workout routine, just what makes YOU feel good. Trust me once you become more in tune with your body, you’ll know what that is!

To start off, I have been OBSESSED with meditation, breathwork + stretching in the morning. Might sound like a lot, but I promise it’s not! I used to think it was silly, but I have noticed a dramatic difference when I take time for it in the morning. I didn’t realize how tense I usually am and how it’s difficult for me to get in deep breaths throughout the day. If you feel this now, try out meditating in the morning. I just do 10 quick minutes and that’s all I need! I’ve been following Huberman’s NSDR protocol because he does a great job of getting me to relax. My Oura data has even shown a NOTICEABLE difference in my stress, it’s crazy! So this, plus taking big inhales through my nose, and longer exhales through my mouth have made a huge difference. I’ll either stretch before or after the meditation, for around 5 minutes. Only 15 minutes out of my day total! I do all of this around 30 mins after I wake up, before I exercise.

On to some products I have been obsessed with, the first one I need to cover is my current skincare routine using Clearstem skincare! My skin has gone through quite a bit, so finding a simple skincare routine has really helped me. I also love that it’s hormone friendly, clean (no toxic ingredients) and formulated for acne prone skin. I start every morning washing my face with this Goop face wash (I got from Target), Clearstem Cellrenew serum and Hydraglow moisturizer. At night I use the same face wash, then tone with this PeachSlices toner, and then Clearity serum with the Hydraglow moisturizer. This skincare routine has transformed my skin. I had so much pigmentation, random acne, and acne scars before starting this routine! (I have a code: MADDIEMILTON for 15% Clearstem!)

I find something that helps me stay motivated is a cute workout set. I have been obsessed with this 437 set! 437 is a newer brand to me but I love the quality of everything and find it helps me feel more confident when working out. I love a cut set to Pilates, and especially the gym since I have been needing a little extra motivation there haha ;)

While I love a good, complicated dinner to challenge my skills I have been leaning toward easier dinners recently. It’s less work, less to digest (good for girls with tummy issues) and less hassle. One of my favorite dinners recently has been a Baked Sweet Potato, so easy, so simple, and SO filling. My fav! (You can see how to make it in my most recent YouTube video here). I understand the idea of making every meal healthy can seem overwhelming at times, that’s why it’s great to have meals like this for days low effort is needed.

Alright, that’s all I have for now! If you have suggestions for what you’d like to see I’d love to share more! If you stuck til the end, thank you SO much for supporting me and what I do. Love you all, see you next week! ❤️

xx Maddie