Hi everyone! Please know that it's not about doing this perfectly. I'm for sure not making the healthy choices 100% of the time. 😅 Life is about balance and that goes for healthy habits too. So feel free to see this as a list of suggestions, and pick the ones that appeal to you. Enjoy! 🤗🍵
@soliflory2 ай бұрын
Hello Vera 😊, You asked for a good sunscreen recommendation, and I can’t recommend the one from Ringana highly enough! I discovered their products a few years ago when I was striving for a healthier lifestyle and wanted to eliminate all chemicals from my skincare routine. Since then, I’ve been absolutely loyal to them. Ringana products are unique because they are Fresh Cosmetics - made without anything your body doesn’t need and only fresh ingredients - which means they even have an expiry date since they’re freshly made just for you. They’re not only great for your skin but also for the environment, and of course, they’re vegan too! If you’d like more info, feel free to reach out to me. As I am amazed by the brand and values, I’ve recently partnered with them, so I can offer you a €20 voucher if you’d like to give them a try. 😉 Sending hugs from Germany! Marion
@charlenes272 ай бұрын
You're so kind and polite! Thanks for your videos. Kisses and hugs from Brazil!🇧🇷
@mangayakposowa43342 ай бұрын
Vera, Like you’ve said, this is your personal list and you’re just suggesting and inspiring others
@taylormoon_2 ай бұрын
I can say cooking double is definitely a game changer. It’s so nice to not have to plan so many meals and then the effort of cooking everyday is also a huge weight off my shoulders.
@SimpleHappyZen2 ай бұрын
Yes it's so helpful! :)
@janetstraw1912 ай бұрын
Yes! There are only two of us - but I always ‘cook for an Army’!😅 Thankfully, hubby is great at having leftovers! 👍
@sluggo2062 ай бұрын
I don't "cook double" but I naturally have more than one meal's worth, and I eat the rest of it for the next meal or over the next few days. I can't really save it for long term because it's gone in a few days. So a head or half a head of lettuce makes several meals' worth of salad. I cut three or four russet potatoes into thirds to fill the pan and roast them, and eat a couple chunks per meal.
@Robert-qm1ld2 ай бұрын
I’ve never quite understood listening to music or podcasts when walking (in the real world, especially in nature) or even worse, looking at a phone. I appreciate you mentioning that 😊
@SimpleHappyZen2 ай бұрын
It's such a great opportunity to finally have some quiet, just listening to the wind and the birds and stuff (and the traffic unfortunately, haha)
@charlottecumbridge71632 ай бұрын
*Laughs in ADHD* 😅
@MyCozyLife-Lisa2 ай бұрын
For #8… I absolutely used to be the person who would think “if I fall asleep now I’ll get X amount of sleep” etc. The number one thing that helped me was getting rid of the clock in our bedroom. I check the time on my phone before I go to sleep and then that’s it for the night. I put my phone on silent and place it face down on my bedside table. I don’t allow myself to check it at all until the alarm goes off in the morning or I’m getting up anyway. It’s done wonders for my sleep especially if I wake up during the night. No more counting the hours.
@SimpleHappyZen2 ай бұрын
Oh clever! Great tip not to have a clock around to check the time on :)
@thewitchandthestitch47582 ай бұрын
I started a minimum of 10 minutes of mobility practice a day including stretching, yoga, foam rolling. It’s been sooooo helpful. Im also working with a physical therapist for some preventative pelvic floor health and it has been incredible
@SimpleHappyZen2 ай бұрын
Oh awesome!! 😁👍💕
@jenniferpalmer60742 ай бұрын
I don't do this as often as I should, but I really do enjoy adult coloring. I do it while listening to an audiobook or music, and it just relaxes me. Also, I think of who I can send the pic to once I'm done, so it feels like I'm doing it with a purpose in mind. :)
@zanirani2 ай бұрын
Thanks for sharing these wonderful tips! I’ve been vegan for 7 years, and these have been the healthiest years of my life. I stopped suffering from low energy, constant fatigue, constipation, anemia, skin breakouts, and so much more… Now I’m trying to lower my added sugar intake and less oil. Also, as a yoga teacher, I’m glad you included meditation and breathing - so important 🙏🏼☺️
@suzettecooper3822 ай бұрын
Vegetarian for 53 years. Enjoy good physical and mental health. Practice yoga,meditation and weight training. My happy place is spending time with my pets and nature. .
@heatherframpton96932 ай бұрын
Hot tub soaks & yoga before getting out, Lemon Balm drops, Magnesium spray on my feet & Lavender blend spray on bedding, sitting outside looking at our beautiful yard, praying & listening to instrumental music, deep breathing...my favorite ways to relax. ❤
@vikieierdam55162 ай бұрын
Seeds: I have been putting two tablespoons of flax seed meal in my morning oatmeal for years. Turns out, 40 g of flaxseed meal a day is a natural night sweat treatment. When I went through menopause, I did not have near the negative side effects of my other friends and, although I am not a nutritionist, I believe it is because of the daily flax seed meal for the 10 to 12 years prior.
@sparky98392 ай бұрын
I just discovered the Korean company Beauty of Joseon. Their sunscreen is the best I’ve ever tried. I ordered 6 more. It’s vegan, cruelty free, relatively affordable, and spf 50. It doesn’t feel like sunscreen, no white cast or stickiness. Love their other products too. 💚
@sparky98392 ай бұрын
*Not all of their products are vegan but most of them are. Those are some of the ones I tried.
@margaretmcgregor56862 ай бұрын
For older people magnesium glycinate is the preferred option because although magnesium citrate helps with digestion ( pooping regularly) it leads to the elderly not pooping unless they take it. Magnesium glycinate has all the benefits you mentioned with no gut issues. 😊❤
@SimpleHappyZen2 ай бұрын
Thanks for sharing! :)
@tammyshineldecker29452 ай бұрын
I just wanted to tell you that you are one of my favorite people to listen to. I can always relate to what you’re saying, and I love the content. You also have a very soothing voice to listen to.
@chelseamoore60742 күн бұрын
Yes! Unfortunately, I find many voices hard to listen to. Happily, Vera's voice definitely passes muster with me!
@blair23782 ай бұрын
A healthy habit I started is beginning the morning with a passage from a couple different daily readers. I love filling my mind with positivity before any other information. I love “Your True Home” by Thich Nhat Hanh and also “Thriving as an Empath” by Judith Orloff.
@onimendez77352 ай бұрын
Going for a walk, especially after dinner helps with digestion and relaxation. Also, in the past four months, I've started journaling especially about an hour before going to bed. I call "brain-dumping". Whatever comes to mind, even if it seems silly. I think of it as giving my mind a cleansing. Paula's Choice suncreens and Beauty of Josean are light weight yet moisturising. I only use cruelty-free products. 🐰 As always, I enjoy all your content Vera! 💕
@SimpleHappyZen2 ай бұрын
That's amazing, also yay for the journaling! And thanks for the cruelty-free recommendations too :)
@szilviakaprinyak57942 ай бұрын
For me, the thing that fills me up is connecting with my family or hanging out with friends. Even for an hour only, eating an icecream or sg like that. I love that! :)
@teresa50072 ай бұрын
Thank you Vera for a very useful video. Unfortunately I currently have a lot of bad habits, like drinking too much alcohol in order to relax, staying up too late and not sleeping enough, eating too much take away food and not exercising. I'm trying to change my lifestyle but it's really hard to get out of bad habits when you're dealing with a lot of stress. I'm always looking for inspiration and I find a lot of it on your channel. Thank you. ♥🌹
@LiNa-yl8qs2 ай бұрын
Hi, I was in a similar situation the recent months and found micro or tiny habits to be a game changer for me. I'm often not in the mood or "don't have time" to go for a 45 min run or do a 20 min workout. Instead I now opt for doing 30 s planks and push ups and call it a workout. Better than nothing and oftentimes I will continue working out because I already started. And if not, that's also okay because I already did something 😊 highly recommend a channel called "Better than yesterday" or similar, for their micro habit video. Good luck and you rock, girl! ❤
@SimpleHappyZen2 ай бұрын
Thanks for sharing Teresa! I know it's not always easy and I think it's totally okay to acknowledge that. Hope you'll keep taking small steps, as the other commentor here mentioned, small actions can lead to great results and are so nice to keep the momentum going :) Take care!
@teresa50072 ай бұрын
@@SimpleHappyZen ❤️
@cindyborcherding89272 ай бұрын
I feel this as I'm an emotional eater and when I'm stressed it just magnifies it. 😢
@ronnie-lynn2 ай бұрын
I used to need a glass or two of wine in order to fall asleep. I depending on this for a good 6 years. Stopping was one of the most difficult changes I’ve ever had to make (even more difficult than quitting smoking actually) I tried quitting both drinking & smoking at the same time, I was a non smoker for 6 months before I finally put down the bottle. It took probably 3 weeks but eventually my sleep quality improved so much abstaining from alcohol. The staying up late habit still have not broken. I can’t fall asleep before midnight no matter what I do. Even when I have to wake up at 430 am for work. Best wishes 🩵
@Sunnnyjo2 ай бұрын
Hi there, I have just started watching your videos and I absolutely love them, the way you explain and speak so clearly helps me take the details in. Your video about being a HSP was amazing and it was like listening to myself. I now listen to you every morning and your words make me feel so positive, and happy I am not the only person like this. Thank you so much, you seem such a lovely, happy, and caring girl. Keep doing what you are doing I am sure you help a lot of other people too. 😊😊😊
@SimpleHappyZen2 ай бұрын
@@Sunnnyjo Wow thank you so much for your kind words and for the superthanks! That's amazing 🤗❤️ I really appreciate it. So happy to hear you're finding value in my videos. Take care and have a lovely day!!! 🌱🍵
@Laura-ti2tm2 ай бұрын
I always feel relaxed and inspired by your videos ❤ Going vegan had huge benefits in my life too, I've never eaten healthier, and I'm getting to try out lots of new foods!
@michimana2 ай бұрын
I’m Japanese and I heard you speak my language was so nice! And your pronunciation is great!!
@SimpleHappyZen2 ай бұрын
Thank you so much! :) I also speak several minutes in Japanese in this video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/kHybmYyllMqXpc0
@saramm37652 ай бұрын
Wonderful tips. I'm afraid to drive so by default I'm a big walker. Now in my 40s I can say walking for most of my adult life has done amazing wonders for my physical and mental health. When I had my pup and walked him at least an hour a day wow was I in great total shape! I love Supergoop sunscreens, especially the morning lotion/spf combo one.
@SimpleHappyZen2 ай бұрын
Walking is amazing :) Thanks for sharing! :)
@heatherframpton96932 ай бұрын
Thank you, Vera! New chapter here...I resigned from my increasingly stressful job of almost 2 years, my last day yesterday...now support my higher education faculty, etc. level husband from home. ❤ Whew...so now I am also working on better health is all ways for me! Your videos are so refreshing. ❤
@deborahroper36942 ай бұрын
Vera, please make a whole video on walking. When I was younger, I walked 3 miles a day. 1 1/2 miles away from home, then turned around and walked 1 1/2 miles back home. I walked uphill going away and downhill coming back. After 1 year I had lost exactly 100 lbs. I was obviously overweight when I started but so much healthier when I finished. I wish I would have never stopped because now, years later, I have gained the weight back and I can’t get started again. So, yes, please make a whole video on walking and all of the beautiful benefits of walking.
@lizap92372 ай бұрын
@@deborahroper3694 I know this isn’t a good option for everyone, but getting a dog has held me accountable to walk every day.
@adriiteach2 ай бұрын
Vera, I use Australian Gold tinted for the face spf50. It goes on slick, but dried down quickly to a lovely semi-matte finish. I use that as my makeup base!
@SimpleHappyZen2 ай бұрын
Oh nice! Actually lots of people recommended that one, so I'll have to take a look. :)
@Sofia-bd3ej2 ай бұрын
Thank you ! I have learned a great tip today to stop at 80% full . I always feel like I have to finish everything and have a clean plate. 💕
@Shasta314872 ай бұрын
Baths. I take like 3 hot baths a week. Long ones where I soak, sweat, and just chill. Water changes my mood so much, when my kids were babies and nothing would soothe them, bath time! Also, making a point to go outside, even for a few minutes. Laying in the grass is so underrated also.
@healthybydesignyogi2 ай бұрын
Thank you so much! I will check that video out. I'm very thankful to you that you responded so quickly to my comment.. you are truly connected to your community and that is very much appreciated. 💐💜🔆💕
@TracyLussier2 ай бұрын
Love walking near ocean or on nature trails!
@rebeccan32882 ай бұрын
Excellent reminders (and some new ideas). Thank you!
@SimpleHappyZen2 ай бұрын
Happy to hear it! Thanks 🤗🍵🌳
@alexandraalmeida36612 ай бұрын
Since I was a student, I’ve always known that taking time to do my art practice was The healthy habit that made me feel good and happy. I never wanted to have a career in Arts, I wanted to be an English teacher, but art was always a part of my life as a kind of therapeutic moment. I stitch, draw, paint, embroider and even make my own books to draw and paint. I believe that an art practice of any kind (cooking, gardening, singing, playing an instrument also) is a wonderful way to feel a certain equilibrium in our lives, because we’re expressing ourselves, our feelings through what we create 🧡🩵🤎💙💛💜💚🩷♥️🩶❤️
@SimpleHappyZen2 ай бұрын
Wonderful :)
@cindyborcherding89272 ай бұрын
YYYEESSSS! Truly believe ART HEALS. ❤
@alexandraalmeida36612 ай бұрын
@@cindyborcherding8927 It truly does. I speak from my own experience 🩷
@marymorales2978Ай бұрын
This is exactly the video I needed today, great ideas and tips, thank you!
@rousespointdodgememorialli5842 ай бұрын
What a great list of healthy habits----I already practice some but you gave me some new ones to try and incorporate into my life. Thanks so much!
@jillianlloyd64502 ай бұрын
My 8 month old loves you! (As do I) You have always been my go-to while folding laundry, and you have helped give me more time since my little Ozzy loves your face and voice! ☺️
@SimpleHappyZen2 ай бұрын
Aw that is the cutest!!! 🥰🥰🥰🥰❤️❤️❤️❤️
@Momomomomomomo1Ай бұрын
I can relate to so many things in this video. Magnesium, work out, focusing too much on sleep… thanks for making the video!
@elianewinter26382 ай бұрын
i live for the little tidbits and facts about the Netherlands and/or you at the end of your videos 🫶
@martafranova14022 ай бұрын
Dear Vera, thank you for all your videos. I enjoy each of them and I welcome each new one. I rewatch your videos several times. Thank you and I wish you a good health and a lot of happiness.
@SimpleHappyZen2 ай бұрын
Aw thank you so much, that's so nice to hear :) Have a great day!
@daisyrowaro442 ай бұрын
Thank you so much ! I love no 24 ! Great tips !
@CerahGemilang2 ай бұрын
Hallo Vera, I just wanna say I enjoy this video so much because your plant's vase in the background match your sweater and blush on perfectly 🥰🍉
@SimpleHappyZen2 ай бұрын
Hahaha totally unintentional, but I also noticed it when editing. Guess I love pink haha, I keep picking pink things
@pra-yuktiu52782 ай бұрын
Number 24😊.. after I had a baby, I have almost forgotten what is fun in life.. one being default parent in couple, has taken away that out of me.. but thanks for this reminder Vera❤️.. slowly i have to add tht in life to feel “myself” again.
@SimpleHappyZen2 ай бұрын
You're very welcome, hope you can plan some fun things for yourself to enjoy soon! Take care
@JaneDoeDoeDeeOhDoe2 ай бұрын
Thank you for all these ideas, Vera. I struggle with changing my bad habits into good ones. I found one thing that helps is to focus on the positive and try to ignore the negative. For instance, I plan tasty and healthy meals to eat instead of vowing to cut out ice cream or other less-than optimal foods.
@SlowLivingWithAutism2 ай бұрын
SLEEP: Incorporating some Ayurvedic self-care practices before bed has improved my sleep habits by about 95%. Now instead of it being normal to have issues sleeping, it only happens on rare occasions. Self oil massage (abhyanga) followed by a warm shower or bath each night before bed. I add a few drops of a grounding essential oil to my sesame oil and gently warm the oil glass in hot water before applying. Once a week I also wash my hair, oiling my scalp and hair before my body. And then right before bed I massage oil with lavender essential oil on to my feet and put on organic cotton socks. If it's too warm in the house at night, my socks usually don't stay on long, but that's ok. This is besides the other normal things like no screens after 8pm, low lights, quiet house, etc. I also am very careful about what kind of book I read before bed.
@qillalaland2 ай бұрын
I love the more casual approach of you in this video 😂❤
@SimpleHappyZen2 ай бұрын
Thank you! :)
@katrinberge48282 ай бұрын
I loved this, so inspiring :) Thank you!
@marisacooper53642 ай бұрын
Made chia pudding and a double batch of soup as I watched, yummy! thank you for the reminders
@Szynszula2 ай бұрын
I've just bought stuff for steam cooking and I am totally stoked how great tasting dinner I can make by just throwing everything in and waiting 15min + making sauces
@SimpleHappyZen2 ай бұрын
Everything that makes cooking healthy meals easier is great I would say :D
@astridedh2 ай бұрын
Thanks for this. I agree in almost everything because I have been there and help me a lot, and the other I should try it. I love long walks, with my dogs and by myself. And I also was a vegetarian for a long time before I become vegan this year and I can say that for me just not be part of all that suffering help me to be more myself, more conscious and do something I believe is truly important. And my nightmares stop. The most difficult? Get offline and try to not be in front of the computer all day. I try to take some short breaks and leave the office and I lucky because I work in a big campus, so there are a lot of green and trees, so I can recharge myself there. Love your videos. Really love them!
@courageousT2 ай бұрын
Thank you Vera for this, esp. for reminding me to get my blood levels checked ♥
@tinyspeckofuniverse2 ай бұрын
Hey! excited to be one of the early commenters..Just wanted to tell you i always enjoy your content and as a fellow hyper sensitive person i find your videos super helpful and calming🥹 thank you so much-🤍from🇰🇷
@SimpleHappyZen2 ай бұрын
Thank you so much, that's nice to hear! :) Have a lovely day
@loisbarry55342 ай бұрын
Thanks for another great informative video Vera. Blessings to you 🙏🏼
@SimpleHappyZen2 ай бұрын
You're very welcome, glad you enjoyed it! :) Have a great day!
@emzixd2 ай бұрын
I've always had some kind of sleeping problems, and what helped me a lot was when I stopped trying to fall asleep and thought about how just lying in bed is at least some kind of resting itself! it's still not always easy to get enough sleep, but at least I'm more relaxed
@SimpleHappyZen2 ай бұрын
YESSS!! This helped me so much as well :) Thanks for sharing!
@JaneDoeDoeDeeOhDoe2 ай бұрын
Vera made a great Guided Bedtime Meditation a few years back. You can still find it on her channel.
@ginandtonic58882 ай бұрын
I love in a cold climate and it's so hard to go for walks in the winter!
@SimpleHappyZen2 ай бұрын
Ah yes I can imagine! :)
@chrstopherblighton-sande29812 ай бұрын
Loads of super helpful ideas in this video, I know I could do with incorporating several more of those. Your suggestion about falling asleep was something that was really helpful for me a few months ago when I had a small bout of insomnia. I will absolutely try that arms behind back posture exercise, as I feel that will be a real benefit. For me one self-care habit that I have is a daily bath. I believe that a warm bath has a variety of benefits including lowering blood pressure, but I have one just because I love them so much and find them super relaxing. It was so great to hear you speak Spanish, I'm very impressed with your accent and I love how your enjoyment with learning languages shines through when you speak :-)
@SimpleHappyZen2 ай бұрын
Ah thanks Chris, I'm still very self conscious about my Spanish hahaha. The difficult thing mostly is that every time I try to think of a word or phrase in Spanish, it comes in Japanese. And I really have to strain to think of the Spanish word, even though I know it and wouldn't have any issue with understanding it if someone else says it. I guess that's the downside of studying two languages at once lol. Also love the daily bath! And hope the posture trick will be helpful for you too :)
@pipe2devnull2 ай бұрын
I have a trick for sleeping trouble. I remember that I can function after missing a night of sleep. I then do something other than trying to fall asleep. On returning to bed, I usually sleep.
@SimpleHappyZen2 ай бұрын
Yes that's such a comforting thought! I use that too sometimes :) Thanks for sharing!
@marikaheitmann5206Ай бұрын
What a nice, relaxing, motivating video (I'm not surprised though 😅)! ♥ Please make an entire video about walking and your experiences with it, I'd love that! :)
@lisakey88882 ай бұрын
Hi Vera. Great video as always and good to see you. Thank you for the reminder to eat until you’re 80% full. I tend to mindlessly eat everything on my plate. I’ll try starting with a smaller portion and I can always get seconds if I’m still hungry. (Eating mindfully would also help me a great deal) 😊 Something that’s been working really well for my back and mental health, is using the Pomodoro Method for my work day. That’s where you work for 25 min and take a 5 min break, then repeat. The break is so short that it doesn’t interrupt my flow, and I find that I can get lots of little things done during the day on those breaks. I work from home, so there are a lot of options for what to do in those 5 min.
@SimpleHappyZen2 ай бұрын
Loving all of this! :)
@AbundantlyMinimal2 ай бұрын
Lovely video with so many great ideas and reminders, Vera! Thank you!!
@SimpleHappyZen2 ай бұрын
Thank you!!! 🤗💕💕💕💕
@antiquesrestoration38742 ай бұрын
If you're not familiar with Dr Andrea Suarez, who is a U.S. Board Certified Dermatologist, she has her own KZbin channel (Dr Dray) and has literally hundreds of videos on sunscreen. She tries them all and reviews them all as well.
@nickynisbet62472 ай бұрын
Hi Vera, a sunscreen I would recommend is by a very small company called Husk and Seed. Non greasy or sticky. Lots of other skin care products which smell great xx
@judithrussell91622 ай бұрын
Great video Vera. Thinking about it, my healthy habit is to make plans to do something interesting or exciting. I have a tendency to retreat into myself if I don't have plans and that's not necessarily healthy. Lately I've taken up hiking and camping again and the planning of where to go and when, or with whom, adds to my joy in life, not to mention the physical benefits.
@laurab34132 ай бұрын
Great tips, Vera! They are all very obtainable!
@Samantha-v3l2 ай бұрын
Always so helpful thank you
@SimpleHappyZen2 ай бұрын
Thank you! :)
@saskia....2 ай бұрын
Vera, the best sunscreen I have found is by a Polish brand - pHDoctor (made by a dermatologist). It's called SUNSET AR Day face cream with SPF 50+. I use it as make up because skin looks so great. It isn't greasy (I always look sweaty with other sunscreens on), reduces redness, and it is just fantastic. They ship around Europe, but not to USA, unfortunately. It is on an expensive side for me, but so worth it since it improves skin.
@gloriaincalifornia19112 ай бұрын
Darn-wish we could get this in the US.
@mccolk2 ай бұрын
This is great. I've also found that I'm WAY much more likely to meditate if I do a short one (like 5 or 10 minutes). I use the Balance app because I like guided meditations and they have some great ones on there.
@ellbarrow222 ай бұрын
Once again proof of why I need to watch your posts regularly… I know of and mostly do all the ‘right’ things for a happy healthy life, but too often will procrastinate when it comes to the most important habits. You are a great inspiration and we all appreciate you giving us a virtual ‘kick in the butt’ from time to time! I’ve always hated exercise… always. So have avoided it for way too long. Now I have balance and movement issues and really need to get serious. 😢🏃♀️➡️😢
@SimpleHappyZen2 ай бұрын
I'm glad you enjoyed the video and the reminders! :) I would say try to find something that you (at least kind of) enjoy doing and slowly build it up, so you don't overdo it and come to dread it. I used to feel very negative about exercise too, now I love it and I even do it for my mental health :)
@Bats-72 ай бұрын
Just the video I’m looking for, im in the process but of giving my life a reset especially being more healthy 👍
@SimpleHappyZen2 ай бұрын
Good timing then! :) Good luck with your goals! :)
@Bats-72 ай бұрын
@@SimpleHappyZen thank you 🙏
@maryloubusuttil34482 ай бұрын
Thanks so much 😊for your videos I always excited to watch them❤ 💕🙏
@SimpleHappyZen2 ай бұрын
That's great to hear, thank you! 🤗💕
@maryloubusuttil34482 ай бұрын
@@SimpleHappyZen sending 💕❤️love 🥰
@lana74222 ай бұрын
One thing that might also help your foot cramps, which I also have trouble with from time to time, is a simple stretching exercise for your feet. Stand on the edge of a stair for instance and rise on your toes and then slowly lower your heel downward as far down as is comfortable. Doing this a few times late in the day usually eliminates those pesky cramps. I had them even though I eat a very strict wfpb diet with lots of greens, which should be giving me lots of magnesium.
@onimendez77352 ай бұрын
Many years ago, my podiatrist gave me "homework" for leg/feet cramps. You make the alphabet gently with each foot. Afterwards, do 5-10 mins of gentle stretching. Though it's been years, I still do this every morning since it's gentle and only takes a few mins.
@s.s.30682 ай бұрын
I've never commented on one of your videos but I really like them- you have a much more well rounded view of self care than many others. I wanted to recommend my favorite face sunscreen :) For a long time, I was simply in the "find one I don't hate" mode, lol, but I've found one that I don't just not hate- I actually love it!! It's the Supergoop mineral Matte Screen. It's SPF 40, I know you said you wanted 50 or higher... but its just so good! For peaceful workouts that I don't dread, I love Move With Nicole here on KZbin, she's wonderful. Keep up the great content!
@SimpleHappyZen2 ай бұрын
@@s.s.3068 Thanks so much for the recommendation and for leaving a comment!! 🤗❤️ I'll check out your suggestion
@nehalilisaysАй бұрын
Magnesium supplements helped amazingly well to reduce my menstrual cramps. And I spontaneously took some inspiration from this video to make some chia pudding and meditate for a few minutes 😊 One healthy habit I'm very proud of is flossing every evening before brushing my teeth: No more bleeding gums when the dentist pricks them 😄 And during the cold seasons I try to rinse my nose with warm salt water at least once a day (nasal douche). Since I started doing that a few years ago I barely got any rhinitis despite catching a couple of respiratory viruses.
@ozgeonay7642 ай бұрын
Thank you for the video :) it is really beneficial 😊
@fuzzyraspberry242 ай бұрын
Hey Vera. Re: sunscreen brands look into sun bum (Australian) or solar sciences MD. They are my non-negotiable favourites. They are cruelty free, not pore clogging and have a texture like you are putting on a primer. They glide under natural makeup brands perfectly too. I can't recommend them highly enough.
@ajvintage95792 ай бұрын
I second Sun Bum. Goes on light and non greasy and is vegan and cruelty free.
@h-starlight2 ай бұрын
Thanks Vera, this was a great mix of ideas and motivation. Love watching your channel. x
@cathylynnpietranton2 ай бұрын
Vera thank you so much for sharing these tips and ideas. I do little movements every morning to get body moving. I also eat a lot of fresh veggies and fruits. ❤❤
@chelseaappenfeller6858Ай бұрын
Skin Restoring Moisturizer with SPF 50 from Paula’s Choice is a great face spf. Doesn’t look chalky and doesn’t get oily.
@valerieblackmer70562 ай бұрын
Thank you for all the tips!
@cinut3120 күн бұрын
For SPF, I've been using Anessa and Beauty of Joseon, both did not give white cast. But I incline more into Anessa for consistency as base of make up 😊
@penny37672 ай бұрын
An extra great video. Thank you Vera! 🙂🙏🌻🙂
@brendastevens9077Ай бұрын
Listening to you and applying these things have helped me tremendously. Also Baths I Love.😊❤
@shaunnarochelle2 ай бұрын
the amount of people I know who do 0 excercise because they are waiting until they can go all in. I do about 7 mins strength training throughout the day broken up because I habe cfs and I feel so much better in my body now.
@Audrey.172 ай бұрын
The latest healthy thing I have been delving into is wearing foot shaped shoes and wearing toe spacers. There are many health benefits to having our toes in correct alignment. I wear shoes that are called Barefoot Minimalist. That means there is no lift in the heel ( zero drop) so then the rest of the body/ joints can be in correct alignment. Also, that the shoes are foot shaped so our toes can be in the correct anatomical position while walking. Healthy feet !
@annahowland63462 ай бұрын
Great video, Vera! I didn’t know about pressing below the ear to stimulate the vagus nerve. Cold showers stimulate it, as well, if you can stand them.
@SimpleHappyZen2 ай бұрын
Yes haha I read about that! I don't do so well with cold showers haha, but I do like to turn down the temperature a bit a couple of times while showering, slowly lowering the temperature
@annahowland63462 ай бұрын
@@SimpleHappyZen That’s basically what I do as well. Just at the very end of my shower, I make it as cold as I can stand it that day for a few seconds. I probably won’t do it at all in the winter!
@zoealine77452 ай бұрын
All of this is helpfull, thanks
@persephone21328 күн бұрын
I’ve been loving Korean sunscreens, especially for on my face! I always check to make sure they’re vegan and so far my favorite one is the Mary & May Vegan Primer Glow Sun Cream. I’ve also really liked some by Rovectin. About to try one by SKIN 1004 and can let you know how I like it if you’d like. Good luck finding one that’s great for you! ✨
@d.b.g92162 ай бұрын
Hi. Era I really enjoyed these tips. I find my go to switch off/ relaxation are Swimming Reading / audio book Nature Being with my husband just chilling I’ve just started to do mini meditations about 3-5 mins and I find them relaxing I totally agree about enjoying your exercise, I do loads of micro exercises because I didn’t want to do long work outs, these have really helped me to enjoy exercise again and now I’m doing regular daily exercises and longer exercises three times a week
@alisonpena45772 ай бұрын
I’ve recently started meditating and I find that very relaxing. I am going to look up those pelvic floor exercises, thanks for mentioning that 😊
@caronnest49392 ай бұрын
Love this channel.thank u sooo much
@MsInescruz2 ай бұрын
As for daily sunscreen: I use one from bioderma for sensitive skin SPF50, it’s hydrating, there’s a clear version and a tinted version that can serve as light foundation (I use the clear one). I love it, it’s not greasy at all, leaves a very nice hydrating feeling on the skin. It’s not cruelty free certified because the brand uses at times animal products such as propolis, but it’s not animal tested.
@SimpleHappyZen2 ай бұрын
Ah that's interesting! I did indeed read on cruelty-free kitty that it's not a cruelty-free brand, but they did say it's because of animal products, not because of animal testing. Either way, I hope they'll go fully plantbased someday when it comes to ingredients :) Thanks for sharing, have a great day!
@BelongTome-n8q2 ай бұрын
Hi beautiful! am using “Native”currently. Hate sunscreen but this one is less sticky and has clean ingredients, doesn’t make your eyes tear.
@sl99062 ай бұрын
Yay to magnesium! Make sure that it is magnesium CITRATE, and NOT CARBONATE. Some companies either change their formula or use carbonate, which is not easily absorbed and is far inferior. A tip is to use magnesium maleate and take with something acidic like orange or cranberry juice which helps the body absorb it better. The vagus nerve stimulation is awesome too 😊 Yeah Vera! ❤❤❤❤
@SimpleHappyZen2 ай бұрын
Nice! 😁🤗
@joank55852 ай бұрын
Great point about magnesium citrate, I just recently found out about that tip! 👍
@SarahCaitlin_972222 ай бұрын
Hi Vera. 👋 Thank you so much for sharing your life with us and your self care tips and advice. I always find your videos to be relaxing and motivating. A few of my favorite self care activities are making art and exercising. I've really fallen off the bandwagon lately though. Hoping to get back on track soon. 💚
@lisab97342 ай бұрын
I love upcircle suncream for my face. Smells like lavender. Rubs in great aslong as moisturised before. Doesn’t break me out
@williamclark12442 ай бұрын
A lot of what you mention I already do. I go for an early morning walk daily without a phone just to be alone with my thoughts and to enjoy the sounds of nature. I do short meditations and follow a healthy vegan diet. I also believe that no living being needs to suffer for my food.
@SimpleHappyZen2 ай бұрын
Awesome, as we say here in the Netherlands: lekker bezig! (= nice job!)
@arcana49442 ай бұрын
Yes, a video about walks please!!!!! ❤ 😊
@siany1232 ай бұрын
In the UK I use the 'Tropic' brand Sunday SPF for my face. Its the only one that i feel doesnt sit on my skin and doesnt break me out in spots. Very ethical company too!
@SimpleHappyZen2 ай бұрын
Oh nice! I'll check it out, thanks :)
@margaretmcgregor56862 ай бұрын
Listening to 20 mins of yoga nidra relaxation with the breathing and affirmation at the beginning and towards the end is literally life-changing - find someone you enjoy hearing their voice. Lizzie Hill is the one i listen to and it's been scientifically proven to give your mind rest even if you are not sleeping as long as you would prefer - that's very helpful. 😊❤
@ingramota11912 ай бұрын
Great video! Thank you!♡
@chelseachidofrancisco2 ай бұрын
I recommend exploring Korean formulations for sunscreen, there's sites like Olive young and yesstyle where there's a wide selection on sunscreens and sunsticks. I know it may not be your thing but I hope it helps knowing its an option:)
@SimpleHappyZen2 ай бұрын
Thanks for recommending! I've never tried a Korean sunscreen before :)
@chelseachidofrancisco2 ай бұрын
I've tried mineral and chemical sunscreens from Round labs dokdo and birch juice line. If your skin is more sensitive I recommend mineral/physical sunscreens😊
@lizzierh50832 ай бұрын
@@SimpleHappyZenwas about to recommend korean sunscreens. Their facial formulations are much more advanced.
@msaxon982 ай бұрын
Yes, Reading & Hot Tea. 📖🍵
@mahsayb2 ай бұрын
thank you vera..it is so helpful🧡
@SimpleHappyZen2 ай бұрын
Glad to hear it! :) Have a great day!
@eduardor06052 ай бұрын
Dear Vera, I enjoyed a lot your video and it was really nice to see you speaking in Spanish, my mother tongue. I noticed how being vegan is so related with minimalism, never thought about it before. Send you hugs! Greetings from México :)