What I Do to Feel My Best

There’s something about spring that makes everything feel possible again. The long days, the light air, the instinct to open the windows and start over—it’s energizing in a subtle but powerful way.

If you are coming out of a period of sleep (comfort food, less movement), I will say this first: there is no guilt, because there is a season for everything. But spring has this certain energy that makes me want to be more intentional—to choose how I feel each day, rather than waiting for a future version of me to magically appear.

So here’s what I’m doing this season to feel my best. I’ve learned that it’s not just one thing. A combination of diet, exercise, sleep, and nervous system support is what really moves the needle. And once you get into that cycle and really stick to feeling good, you’ll want to repeat those healthy habits over and over again.

I’m going full disclosure here because I like to read other people’s real, unfiltered ways—that’s the only way this kind of post is really useful. I am not a doctor. I’m just someone who made a lot of mistakes, learned, and tested. Take what serves you and leave the rest.

If you’re itching for a reset right now, here’s a simplified spring skincare routine that’s been making a big difference for me.

What Is Spring Self-Care, Really?

To me, self-care is less about adding more to your routine and more about refining what works best:

• Eating in a way that gives me constant energy
• Moving my body consistently (but not excessively)
• Prioritizing sleep and recovery
• To support my nervous system
• Letting go of that doesn’t feel right anymore

It comes from “fixing” yourself to feed yourself.

Food as Fuel (Sweet).

As someone who really loves to cook (and eat!) I really lean on the vibe of the season to inspire healthy foods that I love and know make me feel good.

My go-to food for Spring

Breakfast (after the occasional fasting period, I’ve been loving my AM meal again):

• Greek yogurt with berries and granola
• Cottage cheese toast with fruit and honey (here are all the health benefits of cottage cheese)
• Egg fried in olive oil with avocado

Lunch (easy and repeatable):

• A fully loaded sandwich with turkey, avocado, sprouts, and jon
• A great kale salad with leftover protein

Dinner (where I take my time—cooking something simple but sitting down to really enjoy it):

Major changes: prioritizing protein and healthy fats in meals so I always reach for snacks. It keeps my energy up and makes eating feel satisfying.

Less-But-More Movement

If there’s one thing I’ve changed when it comes to exercise, it’s this (and it may seem counterintuitive): I work a little—but on purpose. Feeling strong and fit doesn’t mean you’re pushing yourself too hard. For me, it’s about consistency and how to move to hear-which is, in the end, more inspiring than just working on beauty.

My Weekly Cycle

• Daily departures (negotiable):
  30 minutes early in the morning + a short walk after dinner
• Strength training 2–3x per week:
  Pilates, weights, or home workouts—focusing on full-body strength

That is very good. Walking gives me energy and clears my head. Strength training keeps me feeling strong and capable. I no longer chase the feeling of exhaustion—I focus on stability, energy, and feel-good endorphins.

A More Objective Approach to Supplements

Over time, I’ve developed a supplement regimen that supports my energy, sleep, and digestion—but I’ve learned that more isn’t always better.

When dialing in your spring self-care plan, start simple:

From there, you can set more according to your needs.

Sleep is Basic

High, consistent sleep is the foundation of everything—it affects every other aspect of health, but it’s often not given the high priority it deserves. After years of struggling with sleep, I can honestly say that I have been able to sleep well most nights. And if I don’t, I know what I have to do to get back on track. These are the sleeping rules I live by:

• Go to bed early (before 10pm whenever possible)
• Reading instead of watching TV at night
• I kept my phone out of the room
• Creating a a cool, dark, and quiet place to sleep

When my sleep sets in, everything else—energy, emotions, passion—falls into place. You can dive deeper into my full sleep toolkit here, where I share exactly how I check all of these boxes every night.

Your Nervous System Matters

Getting my nervous system under control has been a long journey, but it’s been a big change for me in the past year—and it has nothing to do with diet or exercise.

Of course it was about to simplify my life. I’ve been doing that bit by bit:

• Rejecting things that don’t make sense or don’t align with my highest priorities/values
• Reducing unnecessary commitments and leaving white space in my calendar
• Letting go of older versions of myself
• Trusting my instincts very quickly and following my gut

Spring naturally invites us to get rid of things physically, but I think deep work removes what worries us mentally and emotionally. When your nervous system feels supported, everything else—from digestion to energy—begins to improve.

5 Simple Spring Self-Care Habits to Start This Week

Okay, so if you want to jump-start your own spring wellness routine, here are some easy ways to do it that will make a big difference in how you feel:

1. Eat a protein-rich breakfast that will keep you full until lunch. Here are my high protein breakfast ideas.
2. Take a walk every day. Even 10-20 minutes counts.
3. Power train 2-3x per week. This could be weight lifting, but it could be pilates or any type of resistance training.
4. Go to bed 30 minutes earlier every night this week. We get the highest quality sleep before midnight.
5. Remove one item from your calendar that doesn’t sound like the way you want to spend your time.

Self-care doesn’t have to be difficult to be effective.

The easier it is, the more likely it will stick. For me, this season is about choosing habits that support how I want to feel: strong, clear, and fully present in my life. It’s not completely fixed, just aligned.

And that shift, more than anything, is what makes everything feel like it’s falling into place so easily.