How to Support Your Nervous System Through a Chaotic Christmas
The festive season is full of joy, but it can also be full of stress. From juggling family commitments and social events to gift shopping and work deadlines, it’s no wonder our nervous systems feel the strain. This constant “go-go-go” mode overwhelms the part of the brain responsible for focus and decision making, leaving us feeling foggy, fatigued and wired.
Let’s reframe success. It’s not about being busy, it’s about thriving. A healthy body, balanced nervous system, and moments of calm should be the ultimate goals, not just surviving every day in a whirlwind of stress.
With that in mind, we’ve created this guide to help you feel steady and balanced during the busiest time of the year.
Supplements to Thrive, Not Just Survive
Here are four key supplements that work together to support calm, lift mood, and enhance energy. Perfect for tackling the festive season with balance and vitality:
Magnesium is one of the most incredible minerals for a calm, balanced nervous system. It activates the parasympathetic “rest and digest” mode, helping you relax and recover, while regulating neurotransmitters - the brain’s chemical messengers that influence our mood.
Magnesium also works wonders on reducing physical tension, relaxing tight, stressed muscles and promoting full body relaxation for better sleep. These qualities make it an essential part of our Cortisol Balance Bundle.
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Key Benefits: Relaxes the body, lowers stress hormones, and improves sleep.
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Why Our Formula?: Our Magnesium Complex uses bis-glycinate, a highly absorbable form that’s gentle on the stomach. The glycine component enhances calming effects and supports better sleep.
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How to Use: Take 2–4 capsules before bed to wake up feeling refreshed and balanced.
Ashwagandha has been loved for centuries, and we can totally see why. This powerful adaptogen helps to restore inner calm but naturally lowering cortisol and preventing the exhaustion, burnout, and fatigue caused by chronic stress.
This versatile herb also builds resilience to physical, emotional, and environmental challenges, keeping you balanced even during life’s most chaotic moments.
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Key Benefits: Lowers cortisol, boosts resilience to stress, and reduces fatigue.
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Why It Stands Out: Bio-Shoden is a clinically proven, highly bioavailable form of ashwagandha that delivers fast results with lower doses.
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How to Use: Take 1 capsule in the morning and 1 in the evening to provide calmness and balance throughout the day and night. (Available in our Cortisol Balance bundle)
Saffron, often called the "sunshine spice," has many benefits as a supplements, but is best known for its mood enhancing and anxiety reducing properties. It works by supporting serotonin, one of the brain’s key "happy hormones,” to provide emotional balance during stressful times.
Research supports saffron’s many uses, including the ability to improve memory, focus, and mental clarity by reducing inflammation in the brain. This makes it excellent for coping with seasonal stress or hormonal changes.
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Key Benefits: Enhances mood, improves focus, and reduces symptoms of depression.
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Why It Stands Out: Backed by studies showing its ability to improve brain clarity and ease seasonal or menopausal stress.
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How to Use: Take 1 capsule in the morning for a calm, steady mood all day. (Available as an addition to our Cortisol Balance bundle)
When life gets busy, your nervous system often takes the hit. That’s where B vitamins come in, as they work synergistically to support energy production, brain function, and stress resilience, helping you feel sharp and balanced.
Our B Complex goes even further, with extra nutrients tailored to support adrenal and nervous system health, reduce mental fatigue, and promote calmness. It’s a holistic solution for restoring balance when life feels overwhelming.
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Key Benefits: Boosts mental clarity, regulates stress response, and enhances energy.
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Why Our Formula?: Includes methylated B vitamins for maximum absorption, plus vitamin C, magnesium, and adaptogens like ashwagandha and rhodiola for added stress support.
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How to Use: Take 2 capsules with food in the morning for energy and focus all day long.
Tips to Nourish Your Nervous System
Supplements can offer quick, powerful results, but true balance comes from a holistic approach that combines nutrition, lifestyle, and selfcare. During the festive season, it's easy for routines to get disrupted, adding unnecessary stress. To help you stay calm, steady, and balanced, we’re focusing on simple lifestyle changes that won’t overcomplicate things.
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Nutrition: Let’s keep it easy. Aim to add a handful of greens to meals where you can, throw antioxidant rich berries onto your breakfast, or swap your morning coffee for green tea. Snack on good fats like nuts and seeds, drizzle olive oil over roasted veggies, and choose meals with natural, whole ingredients when possible. It’s all about small, manageable tweaks, not perfection!
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Take Control of Your Time: If you’re feeling stressed, pause and think about how you’re spending your time. Ask yourself what it means to you and whether it aligns with your priorities. Keep expectations realistic, and don’t be afraid to say no when something doesn’t feel right.
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Deep Breathing: We’ve all heard it before, but that’s because it works. When you’ve pushed yourself too far, take a moment to slow down and breathe deeply. This activates your parasympathetic nervous system (the “rest and digest” mode), easing stress, calming nerves, and helping your body reset.
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Move Your Body: We get it, sometimes exercise feels like the last thing you want to do. But we all know how good it feels afterward. A quick walk, a 15 minute stretch, or a short at home workout can boost your mood, melt away tension, and help you feel more grounded.
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Find the Fun: Life can feel like a never ending to do list, but adding small joys can make a big difference. Cleaning the house? Play your favourite podcast (try our new Kate Living podcast!). Cooking or driving? Turn up the music. If social events feel draining, set boundaries and unwind with a warm bath. Try adding joy into the mundane, and it’ll instantly feel lighter.
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Gratitude matters: Being told to "be grateful" can feel a bit much on tough days, but when the time feels right, try it. Write down three things you're grateful for in the morning or reflect on three positive moments before bed. It’s a simple practice that can shift your perspective and bring a little more light into your day.
Wrapping Up: Your Path to a Calmer, Balanced You
We hope this festive season is calm and stress free for you. Let this be your reminder to prioritise yourself and find joy in the little things. Even the jobs we dread can feel more enjoyable when approached with positivity.
Incorporate these lifestyle tips to encourage balance, and consider our Cortisol Balance bundle for an added layer of support. When combined with Saffron and our Vitamin B Complex, you’ll have the best shield to protect your nervous system during this busy season, and beyond.
Your nervous system is very important and deserves care. If you need help with nutrition or supplements, then please get in touch. We are always here to help!