5 Resolutions That are Waaay Easier to Maintain with CBD

 

Every year, millions of us gather around to say a big ol’ “sayonara” to yesteryear and declare all the ways that we will totally kick a** in the coming months. We make a thousand plans to better ourselves, from drinking less to hitting the gym more, and we cross our fingers that we can stick to our goals. 

Around the second week of January, something interesting happens. We get a little “too busy” for our bi-weekly spin class, or we celebrate a week of sobriety with a bottle of red. Before we know it, it’s June 1st and we’ve forgotten half of the resolutions we made months ago. Before you lose hope, don’t! We here at Birch + Fog are your #1 cheerleaders– We support your goals and want to help make 2019 your best year to date. “How?” you ask? By introducing CBD to your resolutions, of course!

 

1. You promised yourself you’d hit the gym more…

A lot of us are guilty of signing up for a gym membership only to go through the 50 step, awkward and shameful cancellation process weeks later. Whether you just get too busy or simply decide that cheese is life, the resolution to work out more in the New Year is always on thin ice come January 31st.

CBD can help with all of your workout woes. Because it is non-psychoactive, CBD is safe to consume prior to running, weight training, yoga, spin class + more! CBD’s calming effects allow your workout anxiety to be subdued. It also has post-workout benefits that help de-stress your sore muscles by relieving pain and inflammation.

Including CBD capsules, edibles and topicals into your new workout regime can help you stick to your guns and make it to 2020 with a healthier attitude and a fierce new bod.

 

2. Put that Kraft Dinner back on the shelf!

Healthier eating is something we strive for every day, and most of us can– at the very least– make it through January while sticking to the latest health food trend. There are so many different diets floating around that it can be hard to find one that A. works. B. makes you feel good and C. is worth giving up chocolate eclairs for.

CBD oils and edibles are a great way to spice up an otherwise unexciting meal. Did you know that you can use CBD infused olive oil to dress up your quinoa salad, or that you can add a spoonful of CBD infused honey to sweeten your morning tea? Well, you can! Healthy eating might feel like a chore but, like any chore, introducing CBD is a great way to make the task more fun. Now that you actually look forward to your meals, sticking to your new diet should be a piece of cake (mmmmm…cake….)!

3. Make that “last cigarette” your last cigarette.

If you are a smoker, then you have had at least one person in your life tell you that “smoking is bad for you and you should quit”. In response, you probably thought “thanks…tell me more things that are incredibly obvious.” and continued to puff away. You might tell yourself that you can quit anytime but in reality you love the way it calms your nerves, makes social interactions less awkward and adds a James Dean air to your demeanour.

For many people, smoking is a way to relax and exhale all the negative vibes. Honey, you do not need tobacco for that! Vaping CBD is a great way to get your oral fixation without polluting your lungs with chemicals like Nicotine or Acetone (you know, that stuff you use to remove your nail polish…).

Quitting cold turkey is not always viable, so why not try replacing cigarettes with a shiny new vape pen and see what happens? Seriously…what’s the worst that could happen? SERIOUSLY!

 

 

4. Quit drowning in bills!

Bills can be a huge weight on adults of every age and nowadays, payday isn’t always a celebratory day. After rent, internet, cable, cell phone, electricity, student loans and IOU’s are paid, there’s hardly enough funds left to have any fun. If you’re like me, then staring at a never ending, constantly increasing list of debts can cause debilitating anxiety and stress.

 

 

CBD has antipsychotic, antiemetic, and antioxidant properties. These fancy terms essentially mean that CBD can help calm your nerves, balance your motor functions and decrease your nausea (all of which are present when faced with financial debt). As someone with a lot of experience in financial anxiety (student debt, millennial woes, etc), the resolution to stay on top of bills is particularly resonant.

Using a fast acting CBD tincture is an effective way to curb your anxiety and regain focus. Once you can hone in on balancing checks, staying ahead of bills and improving your overall quality of life, you’ll be walking into 2020 having mastered this whole “adulting” thing.

 

5. Expand your mind and learn a new skill.

The anxiety that comes from engaging in new activities and meeting new people can be tough to overcome; with CBD, you can kick that anxiety in the butt and work on expanding your mind! Finding the motivation to break your routine and try something new can be difficult when you feel too stressed to take on more challenges, but the mental and physical balance that CBD provides can bring cohesion to every aspect of your life and allow you to branch out of your comfort zone.

Whether you are learning how to take the perfect Instagram selfie or elevating your culinary talents to Gordon Ramsay levels, CBD products (I find flowers are particularly useful when exercising creativity) help clear out the background noise so you can zoom in on the task at hand. With a clear head space, a relaxed body and a new lust for life, taking on new challenges is a resolution worth sticking with.

 

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187 Comments

  1. Megan
    Megan on January 14, 2019 at 8:45 pm PST

    i really enjoyes the self-care tips in regards to getting through the holidays

      • Tianna
        Tianna on January 29, 2019 at 9:37 pm PST

        I am surprised by Number 4! I can’t wait to see how it can help me in the money department. I know for sure it will help expand my mind and help me learn new skills!

  4. Amanda
    Amanda on January 15, 2019 at 6:05 am PST

    What an informative piece! The stress relief is #1 priority for me, but the help to quit smoking would be perfect for my fiance!

  7. Genevieve
    Genevieve on January 16, 2019 at 8:22 am PST

    Nice read! My boyfriends a smoker, getting him a CBD vape sounds like a good idea to try out! Thanks for the motivational article 🙂

  11. Victoria
    Victoria on January 17, 2019 at 4:08 am PST

    I love cbd 🙂 helps mellow my anxiety and panic attacks 🙂

  12. Anita
    Anita on January 17, 2019 at 4:30 am PST

    I’m not much for resolutions, but smoking at night before I read has helped me keep on track with my evening reading.

  13. Brenda
    Brenda on January 17, 2019 at 4:30 am PST

    So true!! I currently vape CBD and I’ve noticed I am able to stick to a task better and focus on it.

  15. Rachel
    Rachel on January 17, 2019 at 5:12 am PST

    So many good tips about my resolution making !

  17. Brandi-Lynne
    Brandi-Lynne on January 17, 2019 at 5:27 am PST

    I knew and have tried CBD for pain but I am going to have ro see ehat it can do for me in other areas of my life!

  18. Erica
    Erica on January 17, 2019 at 5:31 am PST

    I’ve been using a CBD vape for the last 6 months. I lost 85 pounds in 2018 and hope another 50 is going to come off this year. I get a lot of muscle aches and pains due to some aspects of my diet and CBD has granted me new life when it comes to work outs and muscle cramps

  19. Kacie
    Kacie on January 17, 2019 at 5:38 am PST

    Another thing that helps with getting good workouts in = getting enough sleep! CBD before bed helps me sleep through the entire night and wake up feeling rested ???

  20. Kat
    Kat on January 17, 2019 at 5:38 am PST

    Great read! I’m new to B&F. Really enjoying this site!

  21. Katie
    Katie on January 17, 2019 at 5:41 am PST

    These are all of my resolutions!!! Excited to conquer them with CBD.

  22. Margaret
    Margaret on January 17, 2019 at 6:31 am PST

    So cool! I didn’t know about any of these uses of CBD

  23. Cassandra
    Cassandra on January 17, 2019 at 7:09 am PST

    Love this post! Can’t wait to share with my friends xoxox

  24. Cassandra
    Cassandra on January 17, 2019 at 7:09 am PST

    Love this post! Can’t wait to share with my friends xoxox

  25. Summer
    Summer on January 17, 2019 at 7:16 am PST

    I have to agree! I have found my nerves become much less intense!

  26. Carly
    Carly on January 17, 2019 at 7:17 am PST

    CBD has changed my life and has helped soo much with my anxiety and depression! Thanks for sharing this.

  27. Pulwisha
    Pulwisha on January 17, 2019 at 7:28 am PST

    CBD really helps with my muscle recovery and those aches and pains I get from over use while training.

  28. Tiffany
    Tiffany on January 17, 2019 at 7:50 am PST

    Cbd has not only helped me but it’s helped my dog so much. This was a great read.

  32. Jessica
    Jessica on January 17, 2019 at 9:00 am PST

    Never been big on resolutions. Alway open to just living a better life though!

  34. Chantelle
    Chantelle on January 17, 2019 at 10:29 am PST

    Love how your describe how CBD will benefit us in many ways!

  36. Brooke
    Brooke on January 17, 2019 at 12:57 pm PST

    CBD has changed my life! It’s interesting to learn about more awesome benefits that come with it!

  38. Rachel
    Rachel on January 17, 2019 at 3:13 pm PST

    CBD has made such a difference to my day-to-day life. It helps my anxiety relax and I can focus more. After reading this there’s so much more knowledge behide this that I’m happy I now know! Amazing article!

  39. Tracey
    Tracey on January 17, 2019 at 7:15 pm PST

    Definitely choosing some new habits this year!

  40. Lauren
    Lauren on January 17, 2019 at 9:33 pm PST

    Great post. Really like the first point. Excited to introduce CBD into my life more and more

  41. Lena
    Lena on January 18, 2019 at 10:20 am PST

    CBD is my secret weapon for 2019! Happy New Year.

  42. Sarah
    Sarah on January 18, 2019 at 11:06 am PST

    Thanks for all the tips and sharing knowledge about CBD oil, I wish everyone was taking it :))

  43. N
    N on January 18, 2019 at 3:24 pm PST

    CBD helps me so much with number 4! It helps me chill, relax, and not stress about everything in my life. Everyone should try CBD if they’re able to, I’m so glad it was introduced into my life. Zen.

  44. Sheann
    Sheann on January 18, 2019 at 8:45 pm PST

    cannot wait to incorporate some CBD into my life especially to reduce anxiety and aid in sleep

  45. Shelly
    Shelly on January 18, 2019 at 11:34 pm PST

    I had never thought to try a CBD vape pen to help quit smoking! Such a great idea! See ya l8r smokers cough ?

  47. Jo-Anne
    Jo-Anne on January 19, 2019 at 1:01 pm PST

    I am going to have to try the CBD oil. thanks for the info

  48. Kellie
    Kellie on January 19, 2019 at 4:23 pm PST

    Love this blog! I take medication for aniexty but CBD oil seems so much more natural! I am definitely checking into this! Thanks

  49. Jillian
    Jillian on January 19, 2019 at 7:32 pm PST

    CBD has helped so much with my anxiety and panic attacks. It took time to find the right product and get the dosage right, but was well worth the effort ?

  50. Cassandra
    Cassandra on January 19, 2019 at 8:38 pm PST

    Just another list of reasons I need to look into CBD more!

  51. Taylor
    Taylor on January 20, 2019 at 9:34 am PST

    I love CBD. I think it’s super great and I always have such a relaxing sleep when i use it.

  52. JILLIAN
    JILLIAN on January 20, 2019 at 3:07 pm PST

    I’ve just started my CBD journey and I’m so excited to be here in my life. I just turned 30, and my personal health is very important to me. This will be amazing.

  53. Brianna
    Brianna on January 20, 2019 at 3:33 pm PST

    New Years resolutions are always so hard to come up with and follow, but I’m trying my best to follow these tips!

  59. Elizabeth Anne
    Elizabeth Anne on January 20, 2019 at 9:38 pm PST

    Cbd has been wonderful for my MS pain and other auto immune diseases i have. Great company here

  61. Kendra
    Kendra on January 21, 2019 at 12:04 am PST

    starting this new year with all this in mind! CBD is already a part of my life and have found myself entering this year with a massive sense of contentment and peace. I owe a large part to my personal growth and the implementation of CBD into my lifestyle ??

  62. Melissa
    Melissa on January 21, 2019 at 1:30 am PST

    I’ve become such a believer w CBD. I started w edibles for my back and I’ve noticed it’s helped w so much more. It’s helped my mood and w my sleep. We’ve also introduced it to my sis in law’s father who is suffering w cancer and it’s helped him cope w the pain tremendously and for that we are grateful!

  63. Mat
    Mat on January 21, 2019 at 2:51 am PST

    I have some of the cbd oil arriving soon!

  64. Mandy
    Mandy on January 21, 2019 at 3:36 am PST

    All great suggestions and information. Cbd oil seems to be so life changing

  65. Katie
    Katie on January 21, 2019 at 3:41 am PST

    I’ve started 3 out of 5 of these resolutions already!!

  66. Thuy
    Thuy on January 21, 2019 at 4:38 am PST

    The hardest is not eating junk food, will need to work on that

  69. Tracy
    Tracy on January 21, 2019 at 6:02 am PST

    Thank you for the extra info about CBD oil. I learned some things I did not know!

  71. Karla
    Karla on January 21, 2019 at 6:06 am PST

    Always a nice read on the blog with great info! Feelings the debt tip, this is the zero of 0’s for me!

  75. Kaitlin
    Kaitlin on January 21, 2019 at 6:55 am PST

    I first learned about cooking with CBD this year and it’s been life changing ! I wasn’t sure hoe it would turn out but i’m hooked now. This is such an informative article 🙂

  76. Datis
    Datis on January 21, 2019 at 7:44 am PST

    Interested in learning about the benefits of CBD for getting better sleep.

  77. Dominique
    Dominique on January 21, 2019 at 7:52 am PST

    This made my heart happy, I look forward to adding some of these to my life

  78. Katharine
    Katharine on January 21, 2019 at 8:03 am PST

    I love CBD so much, it has been a life changer for me! Amazing read full of great ideas.

  79. Kathryn
    Kathryn on January 21, 2019 at 8:04 am PST

    Never thought about using CBD before going to the gym…

  81. Kayla
    Kayla on January 21, 2019 at 8:54 am PST

    Great post! I love CBD oil and have found that it’s made a huuuge difference with my stress and anxiety levels.

  84. Brandy
    Brandy on January 21, 2019 at 9:09 am PST

    Choosing a healthy lifestyle isn’t just for yourself it’s also for your loved ones! 🙂

  85. Natasha
    Natasha on January 21, 2019 at 9:11 am PST

    I love CBD products and thc, there needs to be a small amount of thc present in order for CBD to properly work!! Love the blog, great work ??? can’t wait to try the vape pens

  88. Tammiko
    Tammiko on January 21, 2019 at 9:50 am PST

    When I was a teenager (a million years ago) I tried getting high and I became incredibly terrified – I mean absolutely sure I was going to end up dead or in an institution. So I have been very hesitant to try any of these… but I’m learning and hearing more and more about it how it is different now. I think I’m just about there.

  93. Megan
    Megan on January 21, 2019 at 12:15 pm PST

    So many health benefits for CBD! Great post!

  94. Jessica
    Jessica on January 21, 2019 at 2:11 pm PST

    I’m telling all my family and friends to use a CBD vape to help.kick their smoking habit! Such a good idea. Thanks B&F.

  95. Emily
    Emily on January 21, 2019 at 2:58 pm PST

    so happy to have found the healing properties of CBD. It has been life changing ??

  96. Zaele
    Zaele on January 21, 2019 at 3:19 pm PST

    Have been wanting to get a bottle of this for myself !! Can’t wait till it comes in?

  97. Loren
    Loren on January 21, 2019 at 3:34 pm PST

    Thanks for the useful info, will check it out as I’m interested.

  98. Angelika
    Angelika on January 21, 2019 at 3:39 pm PST

    Cbd is great. Had helped me so much especially with anciety in school. Future dentists need this stuff too.

  99. Ashley
    Ashley on January 21, 2019 at 3:45 pm PST

    About to make CBD’s part of my daily routine. Ready to bring balance to my health within my very busy lifestyle !! Great read!!

  103. Brooke
    Brooke on January 21, 2019 at 8:04 pm PST

    Never thought of using CBD before working out haha! Definitely going to give that a try.

  105. Debra
    Debra on January 22, 2019 at 3:27 am PST

    I have heard great things about CBD oil and am going to try it

  106. Susan
    Susan on January 22, 2019 at 4:33 am PST

    This were some excellent reminders that there are alternatives to make your lifestyle easier, healthier and more fun!

  107. Alexander
    Alexander on January 22, 2019 at 4:57 am PST

    Excitrd for changes and healthier alternatives! Happy new year

  109. Jackson
    Jackson on January 22, 2019 at 8:18 am PST

    awesome write up! can’t wait to get my hands on some of your products!

  111. Courtney
    Courtney on January 22, 2019 at 9:25 am PST

    It’s crazy how CBD has so many benefits to unrelated things, good read!!

  114. Kori
    Kori on January 22, 2019 at 1:35 pm PST

    Definitely number 1 is right up my alley. I can’t wait to get back to Canada and try this CBD oil out with my routine in the gym

  115. rachel
    rachel on January 22, 2019 at 3:51 pm PST

    Is there anything cbd can’t help with? Love this post!

  117. Sarah
    Sarah on January 22, 2019 at 5:20 pm PST

    This is so useful and informations thank you! I never knew it could be a great learning tool but will definitely be using my CBD more when studying ?

  118. Summer
    Summer on January 22, 2019 at 6:32 pm PST

    I really need to look into quitting smoking tips!

  119. Emma
    Emma on January 22, 2019 at 7:02 pm PST

    These are some great tips I’ll have to keep in mind!

  121. Layla
    Layla on January 23, 2019 at 2:53 pm PST

    This is so informative for both those who are just starting out and for those who are a wee bit more seasoned!

  123. Jacob
    Jacob on January 23, 2019 at 10:02 pm PST

    These are such great uses for CBD! Never thought to use CBD for working out and such. Will have to order some 🙂

  126. Katee
    Katee on January 24, 2019 at 10:29 am PST

    Just ordered a pina colada flavoured CBD vape cartridge, super intrigued by the benefits and can’t wait to finally try it out!

  129. Nicole
    Nicole on January 24, 2019 at 3:39 pm PST

    Resolutions are so hard – this was a really great read.

  132. Andrea
    Andrea on January 26, 2019 at 2:19 pm PST

    There are so many great ideas!! I’m loving the CBD infused salad dressing – I’m totally going to give it a try!

  133. Lisa
    Lisa on January 27, 2019 at 6:47 am PST

    New Years is always an exciting time. A fresh start. Cheers to a calmer, happier me.

  137. Hal
    Hal on January 27, 2019 at 8:43 am PST

    Very Interesting artic;e. Will have to seriously consider this in the future

  141. Jessie Caitlin
    Jessie Caitlin on January 27, 2019 at 11:25 am PST

    I love this, Ive only tried CBD a few times before but struggled with finding a good seller. Now, I think I have one!

  142. Bo
    Bo on January 27, 2019 at 12:39 pm PST

    Great read and love the site! New user and really enjoyed it.

  144. Beth
    Beth on January 27, 2019 at 1:02 pm PST

    I am definitely going to start having cbd before my workouts!

  146. rosita
    rosita on January 27, 2019 at 2:13 pm PST

    Interesting stuff. Good I read your article to get informed.

  147. Jennifer
    Jennifer on January 27, 2019 at 3:25 pm PST

    These tips were so wonderful I had to share them in my wellness community!!

  149. Diane
    Diane on January 27, 2019 at 4:20 pm PST

    I have really been amazed with the possibilites of CBD. I think its time to try it!

  151. Gail
    Gail on January 27, 2019 at 6:48 pm PST

    Thanks for all the great ideas with the benefits of CBD!

  153. James
    James on January 28, 2019 at 6:46 am PST

    Great post! Lots to unpack… but mindfullness is always a good practice!

  154. Corry
    Corry on January 28, 2019 at 6:49 am PST

    After just having consumed Kraft Dinner with my son for lunch, reading the tips in this piece helped give me a boost of will-power to stick to my resolutions. Thanks for the inspiring post!

  155. Adrienne
    Adrienne on January 28, 2019 at 7:15 am PST

    Had no idea CBD oil has so many uses. Informative blog post

  156. Kay
    Kay on January 28, 2019 at 9:46 am PST

    Interesting and eat healthy no processed food is one I follwo

  162. Jamie
    Jamie on January 28, 2019 at 6:34 pm PST

    Not into cannabis myself, but great suggestions! Just remember to not use any cannabis before 25 – it can have extremely damaging effects!

  163. Lauren
    Lauren on January 28, 2019 at 6:40 pm PST

    I love the idea of taking CBD for working out. I never even considered it an option and now I feel like I should. These are great tips

  165. Debbie
    Debbie on January 28, 2019 at 7:47 pm PST

    Great post. I definitely think vaping is better for you (anyone) than cigarette smoking.

  166. Shiann
    Shiann on January 28, 2019 at 10:34 pm PST

    This is a really great article!!
    I’m a frequent user of CBD products and I must say they help tremendously with so many things. But there were also a few facts in here that I just learnt and took into consideration. So thank you for this amazing article.

  167. Jessica
    Jessica on January 29, 2019 at 6:03 am PST

    I didn’t know a lot about CBD products and what they could be used for – this was super informative!

  168. April
    April on January 29, 2019 at 9:13 am PST

    so many ideas for the use of CBD, def going to try some.

  169. Amanda
    Amanda on January 29, 2019 at 12:14 pm PST

    Great Article! I haven’t been using it for long but it already helps me a lot!

  170. Catherine
    Catherine on January 29, 2019 at 1:16 pm PST

    I’ve never thought about using CBD to help with all of the anxiety I have about going to the gym.

    Such a good idea!

  171. Alannah
    Alannah on January 29, 2019 at 1:29 pm PST

    Yessss!!! Recommending to clients for sure. Amazing gift ideas and inspiration!! Love the vibe this company is creating.

  174. Charmaine
    Charmaine on January 29, 2019 at 5:26 pm PST

    Thank you for such an informative post . Definitely learned alot from this

  175. Lorraine
    Lorraine on January 29, 2019 at 7:36 pm PST

    Love your advise …..and that your motto is both “Pleasure and Healing” Thanks for an informative and insightful blog.

  177. Kiara
    Kiara on January 30, 2019 at 7:05 am PST

    my biggest goal is to actually stick to my goals this year! Very informative and helpful ?

  178. Brea
    Brea on January 30, 2019 at 7:54 am PST

    The best benefits I could’ve ever thought of. Thank you for making it easier to go to the gym!

  179. Kadynce
    Kadynce on January 30, 2019 at 8:45 am PST

    Loved reading this! So many ideas floating around about how to go about the new year!

  181. Nicolle
    Nicolle on January 30, 2019 at 9:46 am PST

    Loved this article! Thanks for all the info. I’ve been wanting to start using CBD to treat headaches and muscle pain as an alternative to toxic advil ?

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