Wanna know how to nip stress in the bud while managing multiple successful careers (acting! Athleisure! Parenting three kiddos!) Ask Kate Hudson: she’s got it all down pat. In a new Wellness Wednesday series for E! News, the 47-year-old opened up about her self-care routine – specifically, how she talks herself down when she’s feeling wired. “1. I stay mindful about what I eat. The barcode scanner on the WW app [who, btw, Kate is an ambassador for] is one of my favourite features because it helps keep me in check if I need it!” she told the publication. 2. I always move, even if for a few minutes each day. Sometimes I’ll go into a room, turn up the music and just dance. It’s a great way to let loose and feel great.”
@katehudsonKate went on to explain that the mantra ‘what’s on your mind is just as important as what’s on your plate’ reminds her how important it is to keep tabs on your mental health.“3. I make sure to unwind at the end of the day – whether that’s connecting with a group of my girlfriends or meditating to just let it all go. Cultivating a positive mindset is such a crucial part to staying healthy and well.”As for her advice for others feeling thrown off by the pandemic? “My number one tip right now is to rely on others when you need it! I’ve always said that community is essential to wellness that’s why Fabletics is a community, that’s why I’ve partnered with WW, which has an amazing community of members who support each other. Your community—no matter who it is—can help you find balance! Don’t expect yourself to be a super-human! It’s just not possible. Or fun, for that matter!”
@katehudsonWise words, Kate. Main image: GettyWhat’s your favourite self-care practice?
I see eye to eye with her comments. Yes having a female group get-together atleast once a week is so great and definitely being able to lean on a friend or two when the need be is a great thing.
Thankfully im naturally a very calm person but if I do find im becoming stressed then the best thing for me is to have some alone time and dive into a book. Removing myself from a situation works wonders.
I know I’m feeling a little disheartened because of this second wave, but believing that “this too shall pass” and with the warmer spring weather on the way, it keeps me hopeful for better days ahead.
I have realised that exercise for me isn’t just physical it’s also for my mental wellbeing. I’m also someone who craves alone time to fill my cup up again. I deplete very easily when I’m just overwhelmed with tasks, noise, crowds, too much news. Due to our pandemic I’ve limited my media watching and social media interactions. I know too well how stress makes you sick as I believe that too much stress in the past has made me unwell.
Keep conquering Seashells x the older I’ve got the more self awareness I have made about myself. Being ill over last few years has made me dig deeper into my wellbeing and I know too much stress is poison.
For me, I’ll do any one of these things: pop on some good music (I have a list of songs in my phone that I’ll play when I’m feeling down or in need of some self-care, but I don’t always go to that list), go for a walk, read, talk about how I’m feeling, do something beauty related like painting my nails or giving myself a facial, take a bath, write in my journal, bake or cook something.
You & I are in the same boat Beauty O. As I’ve got older & come to understand my mental health better, I’ve come to realise that I too get overwhelmed easily by noise, clutter, crowds, the news (that’s a big one for me) etc & that I also need alone time to replenish myself. Stress definitely makes me unwell & puts me out of whack big time, but unfortunately it’s an area I haven’t entirely conquered yet.
Yes agreed! Putting on music and just dancing is a great way to let loose!
I see eye to eye with her comments. Yes having a female group get-together atleast once a week is so great and definitely being able to lean on a friend or two when the need be is a great thing.
She’s had 3 kids and looks amazing! A positive mindset is really important and it’s something I’ve been working on
I’m not a huge fan of Kate Hudson, but she obviously prioritises her health which is a good thing.
She’s got a great attitude – you have to be pro-active in dealing with stress.
Kate Hudson always looks naturally flawless.
Yes to everything. Love that blazer she wears! I eat only what my body thrives on. Do only what my mind goes nuts about. And just simply enjoy life!
Its more simple here, just talking to my family, going for a run is good enough here, and cook a meal and share it
Thankfully im naturally a very calm person but if I do find im becoming stressed then the best thing for me is to have some alone time and dive into a book. Removing myself from a situation works wonders.
Some timely tips for all of us, especially those in Victoria.
So much positive energy from her
I know I’m feeling a little disheartened because of this second wave, but believing that “this too shall pass” and with the warmer spring weather on the way, it keeps me hopeful for better days ahead.
I like her positive outlook. It is very hard at the moment with everything that’s going on.
Kate Hudson has some very Wise Words she has gotten such a positive attitude on life wouldn’t surprise me from her beautiful Mother Goldie Hawn.
I like going for long walks by myself and a few face masks at home every week help me relax and gives me some me time.
I’ve always liked Kate. Great tips.
I have realised that exercise for me isn’t just physical it’s also for my mental wellbeing. I’m also someone who craves alone time to fill my cup up again. I deplete very easily when I’m just overwhelmed with tasks, noise, crowds, too much news. Due to our pandemic I’ve limited my media watching and social media interactions. I know too well how stress makes you sick as I believe that too much stress in the past has made me unwell.
Keep conquering Seashells x the older I’ve got the more self awareness I have made about myself. Being ill over last few years has made me dig deeper into my wellbeing and I know too much stress is poison.
For me, I’ll do any one of these things: pop on some good music (I have a list of songs in my phone that I’ll play when I’m feeling down or in need of some self-care, but I don’t always go to that list), go for a walk, read, talk about how I’m feeling, do something beauty related like painting my nails or giving myself a facial, take a bath, write in my journal, bake or cook something.
You & I are in the same boat Beauty O. As I’ve got older & come to understand my mental health better, I’ve come to realise that I too get overwhelmed easily by noise, clutter, crowds, the news (that’s a big one for me) etc & that I also need alone time to replenish myself. Stress definitely makes me unwell & puts me out of whack big time, but unfortunately it’s an area I haven’t entirely conquered yet.
Very wise words and advice, always knowing there is someone to talk too and unwinding at the end of each day are really important to me.
Recognizing what works for you is important. I find time for myself and eating healthy as well as spending time with family and friends works for me.
‘Me time’ is important to me. I really enjoy having time to myself to unwind and just do whatever I feel like doing at the time.
Some good tips here.
Love Kate! Definitely good ideas there
She is so positive
Well done , Kate.
Great advice. I love the dance idea
Exercise is the best for stress
Going for a walk always does wonders for my stress levels
Some useful advice from her.
great advice
I’ve been meditating more recently and it has helped me immensely.
Good advice girls
I love how she lives her best life! I love to just dance, dance with the music up as high as it goes too! Haha.
Well said.
Always trying new ways to unwind, and random dancing is what I do when I am relaxing
This is so true!
Always good to stay connected with friends and family. Being isolated from others will definitely take its toll
They are some great tips. When I am moving more I find that I get tired out to think about negative thoughts!
I used to do this! But I’m heavily pregnant right now and can hardly move. Haha
Yes!! As we all have learnt from covid!!
Hopefully you can find some me time and unwind for a few minutes each day.
I love the bit about going into your room to dance.
Dancing always perks me up!
For me, the key is to get enough exercise and sleep and not to stress or dwell on things.
Another thing I do to unwind is to just leave my phone and actively do things around the house or self care