Welllness Tip:

Train Your Brain to Be Happier

Happiness isn’t something that comes from external circumstances. It’s something you create—something that comes from within. In fact, science even shows that small daily actions can rewire your brain to be happier!

Here are 5 things you can try:

• Do small acts of kindness daily. These boost mood and strengthen connections.
• Practice gratitude. Start or end your day by listing what you’re thankful for.
• Get outside. Even a short nature walk can lower stress and lift your spirits.
• Reframe the negative. Look for lessons or silver linings in setbacks.
• Celebrate others. Sharing in someone else’s success makes you happier, too!

Check out this page for more ways to train your brain for happiness.

Routine Breakdown

Caroline Marshall, Founder of Upsource & Podcast Host of Bump to Business Owner

The Fuss-Free Routine for Mompreneurs

As a mom of two, Caroline Marshall doesn’t have time for a complex morning routine (who can relate?? 🙋). Instead, she is “pretty religious” with these three minimum habits. 

The Routine:

• Takes time to enjoy her skincare routine. “I really struggled in pregnancy/postpartum to do the bare minimum of self-care. Enjoying my skincare routine and investing time in finding the right products for me is a sign I am remembering to take care of myself.”
• Gratitude journaling. “I have made this a habit since January 2022, and it has stuck. Remembering to be grateful is life changing.”
• Does some reading. “Whether it is a fiction, business book or some of my favourite Yung Pueblo words—it means I have remembered to give my brain a break from working.”

Why it works:

• Self-care often takes a backseat for mothers postpartum, but prioritizing it can help prevent postpartum depression. Mummas, try to carve out a little time for yourself each day! 
• No surprises here—as we’ve often noted, gratitude journaling has incredible mental health benefits. 
• Reading strengthens your brain, reduces stress, improves memory, and more. 

Caroline’s routine reminds us that we won’t always have time for long or complex rituals—and that’s okay! Our routines adapt with us as we move through life. The key is knowing your non-negotiables and making them a priority. How are your mornings going? Drop us a line and let us know.