Skin freaking out? Same. šŸ«£āœØ

Iā€™ve got a routine to fix stress breakouts, calm your mind and get you moving with a workout thatā€™s been saving my sanity.

Hi beautiful, ā˜•ļø

This past week?

Let me set the sceneā€¦

Deadlines piled up, my kids tested every ounce of patience, and by Thursday, my skin threw in a breakout. Love that for me. šŸ™ƒ

It was one of those "everything's on fire" weeks šŸ”„.

If you're feeling the sameā€”stressed, overwhelmed, and in chaosā€”I see you.

Iā€™ve been in survival mode and got tips that helped me stay (mostly) sane:

  • Dealing with stress breakouts šŸ«£ (goodbye, Mount Zit).

  • Hacks to calm your mind šŸ§˜ā€ā™€ļø when lifeā€™s a whirlwind.

  • The workout routine that saved my sanity and boosted my energy šŸ‹ļøā€ā™€ļø.

More on that laterā€¦ šŸ˜‰ 

Stress breakouts donā€™t stand a chance šŸ«£āœØ

Me: Totally fine, not stressed at all. Also me: Internally screaming.

Oh, stress pimples.

They pop up at the WORST time, donā€™t they?

Like, sure, Iā€™m already stressed, so why not throw a Mount Everest zit into the mix?

But donā€™t worryā€”Iā€™ve done the homework (for both of us).

Hereā€™s what works and why:

  1. Keep your hands OFF your face šŸ›‘
    Every time you touch your face, youā€™re transferring bacteria, dirt, and who-knows-what-else to your skin.
    Tip: Keep a cute hand sanitizer or hand cream nearby. Every time youā€™re tempted to touch, use it insteadā€”bonus, your hands will smell amazing!

  2. Invest in a SA cleanser šŸ§¼
    Stress breakouts usually mean clogged pores, so a good salicylic acid cleanser is a lifesaver. This one is a favourite to help reduce redness and to clear out gunk while calming angry skin.
    Tip: Use it in the shower so it has time to work while you enjoy some steam therapy.

  3. Ice ice baby ā„ļø
    If you feel a pimple coming on, grab an ice cube, wrap it in a clean cloth, and hold it on the spot for a minute or two. Itā€™s like a fast-forward button for shrinking redness and swelling.
    Tip: Follow up with an acne clearing solution to help it go down!

  4. Hydrate like itā€™s your job šŸ’§
    Donā€™t skip moisturizer! I know it feels counterintuitive, but stressed-out skin still needs hydration. Go for something lightweight and soothing, like an all-in-one moisturizer.
    Tip: Look for one with niacinamideā€”itā€™s like a calming hug for your face and helps even out redness.

  5. Treat yourself to a calming mask šŸ›
    When my skin feels stressed, I grab a 10 minute mask. Itā€™s an instant chill-out session for both my skin and mind.
    Tip: Leave it on while scrolling TikTok (yay itā€™s backā€¦for now) or sipping teaā€”itā€™s my favorite way to multitask self-care.

Finding calm in the chaosā€¦

When stress hits its peak, keeping calm feels impossible.

The good news? Iā€™ve found simple tricks that actually help.

Hereā€™s what I lean on when everything feels like too much:

  • 5-5-5 Rule  
    This oneā€™s magic. Pause and focus on: 5 things you can see, 5 things you can hear, 5 things you can feel. It brings you back to the moment and quiets the chaos.
    Tip: Try this outside for even more grounding.

  • Brain Dump
    Get everything out of your head and onto paperā€”no structure, no filter.
    Tip: Circle three small things you can tackle first to ease overwhelm.

  • Move Your Body
    Even a quick stretch or a two-minute walk can shift your energy.
    Tip: Pair this with your favorite music for an instant mood boost.

  • Set the Vibe
    Light a candle or spritz a calming room sprayā€”itā€™s an instant mood reset.
    Tip: Keep a soothing scent on hand, like lavender.

  • Laugh It Off
    Throw on a funny video or scroll your saved memes. Laughter lightens the load.
    Tip: Keep a ā€œlaugh folderā€ on your phone for quick access when you need it.

Finding calm doesnā€™t have to be hard. Start small, and see what works for you!

Step 1: Wear the gear. Step 2: Convince myself to actually move.

Quick sweat, zero regrets šŸ’Ŗ

When life feels like too much, moving my body is the last thing I want to doā€¦

ā€¦but itā€™s also what helps the most.

Even a quick routine makes me feel stronger, calmer, and more energized.

Hereā€™s the simple workout Iā€™ve been doing when I need a mental and physical reset:

1. Quick Warm-Up šŸš¶ā€ā™€ļø
A 5-10 minute walk or light cardio to get my blood flowing. Itā€™s like hitting the ā€œonā€ button for my energy.
Tip: If youā€™re short on time, walk in place or do a few jumping jacksā€”it doesnā€™t have to be fancy.

2. Easy Circuit šŸ‹ļøā€ā™€ļø
I stick to simple moves like squats, push-ups, and planks. 15 minutes, tops. Itā€™s quick, but it gets the job done.
Tip: Set a timer for 45 seconds per move and 15 seconds to restā€”it keeps things focused and fast.

3. Stretch It Out šŸ§˜ā€ā™€ļø
A 5-minute stretch at the end feels SO good. It calms my body and clears my mind.
Tip: Focus on stretches that feel good for you, like reaching for your toes or a gentle twist.

No matter how crazy life gets, youā€™ve got the power to find little moments that make you feel good.

Start small, keep it simple, and give yourself grace along the way.

Youā€™re doing amazing! See you next week. šŸ’•

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