As fortunate as it is to be naturally inspired by one’s career, there’s another factor in that equation: It’s a lot harder to stop working. When passion is at play, there’s not such a stark division between work and life. But everyone—no matter their relationship to work—needs a little downtime to maintain their well-being. And for me, that ended up being as simple as PlusCBD Reserve Collection Gummies by CV Sciences. Turns out I fell for the common story that if I work harder, for longer, I’ll do a better job. But the research paints a vividly different picture. The longer we work, the more likely we are to experience fatigue or stress that reduces our productivity. Our brain performs best when we “deactivate and reactivate” our goals, versus putting our head down until we cross the finish line. Similarly (and this is what hooked me), stepping away from work enhances creativity1, and I’ll do whatever it takes to keep the creative juices flowing. As my fellow career enthusiasts may understand, setting boundaries around work can be the last thing we feel like doing… Until we realize it positively influences our productivity. As humans, strategic renewal (aka downtime) is a critical piece to us showing up as our best selves. So with the research to back it, I finally embraced the importance of a wind-down ritual as a way to cultivate a healthier relationship to work. And thanks to the calming support of the PlusCBD Reserve Collection Gummies, I’ve been able to stick to it.* Before, I couldn’t slow my mind enough to even read a book. Now my evening routine is something I won’t compromise. And the key to a wind-down routine that really fills your cup? Balance your input and output. Instead of just consuming content by reading or watching (input), find some activities for output as well, like journaling, going for a walk, or cooking. Too much input can leave us feeling lethargic—whereas output can naturally replenish our energy levels. But the takeaway here is that “strategic renewal” starts with transitioning into relaxation effectively. And thankfully, these clean, vegan gummies provide a full range of phytocannabinoids for a complete sense of relaxation and calm.* With a yummy peach or sour watermelon flavor (read: all-natural flavors and colors), these gummies are like the power button on my work brain.* For years we’ve heard work smarter, not harder. And with my new wind-down routine, I know exactly what that means. Devon’s first book, Earth Women, is coming soon. To learn more, join the mailing list, and receive updates, head to www.devonbarrowwriting.com.
