I don’t know about you, but work has been Stressing. Me. Out. 

I’m a Type A personality – hyper-organized, over-prepared, and a classic workaholic. I pour myself into my job, working late hours even when I don’t have to and voluntarily taking on more responsibilities, in a constant, exhausting effort to do my best. 

Can you believe this nonstop stress treadmill eventually backfired??

It’s true, I hit a breaking point. I was on deadline for a big presentation that required public speaking (something that makes me sweat). My stress was all-consuming; I sacrificed sleep, exercise, and any sense of balance. I ignored friends and family when they’d text. My body was run-down.

Something had to give. I needed serious relief – stronger than chamomile tea but less extreme than moving to a Tibetan monastery. So I took to our trusty friend the Internet, and it delivered: a new stress-busting supplement from Healthycell called Calm Mood.

Read on to discover how I reduced my stress and finally got some balance in my life!

Time to Chill Out

First things first, Healthycell’s Calm Mood comes in a gel. If you’re wondering what the heck that means or why a gel supplement would be better, you’re not alone! (I had to do my research.)

Basically, you’re taking all the neuro-supportive nutrients, supplements, powders, and pills, and putting them in a form that’s way more bioavailable – and delicious! With just one gel pack a day, you’re getting 165% better absorption of the nutrients from 8 pills you would need to swallow to reap the same benefits. 

Now onto the specifics of Calm Mood! It’s designed to promote occasional stress relief by relaxing your nervous system and supporting the balance of your serotonin and dopamine, aka the “happiness neurotransmitters.” It does all this while being non-drowsy, so your focus and clarity won’t be compromised.

If you’re looking for relaxation and mental health support, look no further!

Okay, But What’s In It? 

For those who, like me, have been obsessively researching mood-supporting supplements and becoming more well-versed in what actually works, Calm Mood’s ingredients list is a lineup of heavy-hitters. The main neuro-nutrients include:

• Ashwagandha
• L-Theanine
• Magnesium
• 5HTP
• GABA
• Saffron Extract
• B Vitamins
• Vitamin D3

This formula doesn’t have the fillers, glues, and anti-caking agents found in many pills. It’s also vegetarian, and free of all the things you don’t want in your supplements: dairy, egg, wheat, artificial flavors, soy.

Considering the prospect of feeling calmer sans any drowsiness, and knowing that the ingredients are scientifically-backed and famously effective for stress relief, I knew I had to give Calm Mood a try.

Breathing Exercises in a Gel Pack

When my box of Healthycell landed on my doorstep, I descended upon it with the eagerness of a child on Christmas morning. I couldn’t wait to reach a state of homeostasis. Supplements always do better the longer you take them, so I wanted to get started ASAP.

Since the majority of my stress centered around my job, I decided that I would set the tone for a calm day by incorporating the gel packs into my morning routine: wash my face, apply moisturizer, take a gel. Originally, I braced myself as I brought the packet up to my mouth, stung by many a foul-tasting powder. But Calm Mood actually comes in a natural Lemon Berry flavor that I found myself savoring every time, like a little morning treat.

The Results? More or Less Life-Changing

A big statement, I know! But genuinely, since I started taking this supplement a month ago, I’ve been feeling more like myself. 

Calming down my stress levels has meant more focus, better organization, and getting things done early, just the way I like it. Suddenly, I’m sleeping soundly again – no more tossing and turning, and no more waking up feeling more tired than before.

The adaptogens in the formula have also helped with my issues around public speaking. The presentations I’ve had to do since starting Calm Mood have gone so smoothly (who knew I could give one without sweaty palms?) and a couple coworkers told me they’d noticed a more confident side to me.

And the raise I had been meaning to ask my boss for? The one I’d been dreading (and trying to talk myself out of) for oh, I don’t know, weeks now? I had a cool, collected conversation with her that left me feeling better about myself and my position in the company – if you catch my drift :)

The short version? Work has become so much more manageable, I’m back to feeling like the boss lady I am, and I’m finally taking care of my mental as well as my physical health.

Riding the Waves

Of course, these wonderful gel packs aren’t miracle workers. They’re best in combination with other healthy practices, like regular exercise, a wholesome diet, and really taking care of your mental health. Work-life balance, I’ve discovered, is so key!

While Calm Mood had tons of ups for me, they also have some downs to look out for.