Hydration, Glowy Skin, Mindset Hack, & More

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West Status was tailored to discover reputable ways to emit authenticity in the chaos. We share ways to purely be your elite self, your higher status.

On Friday mornings, we just expose; spilling the tea all over the place.

ONE. Stay Hydrated. How much water do you really need?

Skin concerns? Hydrate. Need digestive support? Stay hydrated. Seeking weight management? Opt for hydration. It all boils down to the importance of water.

Staying hydrated is essential for physical and mental health and overall well-being, but

how much water do you really need to drink each day?

Scientifically, the optimal daily water intake can vary based on several factors, including age, gender, body weight, activity level, climate, and overall health. The National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine (NASEM) provides general guidelines for daily water intake:

The NASEM recommends a total daily water intake from all beverages and foods, which includes water obtained from drinking water, beverages, and moisture content in foods.

For most adults, total water intake is approximately:

• About 3.7 liters (125 ounces) for men

• About 2.7 liters (91 ounces) for women

  
  

These recommendations include water and other fluids, as well as water from food sources like fruits and vegetables.

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The general guideline often cited is to aim for about 8 glasses of water per day, which is approximately 64 ounces or about 2 liters. This recommendation, known as the "8x8 rule," provides a simple guideline for staying adequately hydrated.

However, individual needs may vary, and it's essential to listen to your body's signals for thirst and adjust your water intake accordingly. Certain factors such as exercise, climate, and medical conditions can affect hydration needs. If it’s hot, or you’re working out, drink more.

*Quick tip to increase your water intake - Take with you a water bottle you enjoy - it’s a wild concept, but picking out your daily water bottle has proven to motivate continued hydration throughout the day.

Second, if plain water feels too dull, consider switching to lemon-infused water to add some zest to your hydration routine.

Additionally, factors such as sweating, illness, pregnancy, and breastfeeding may increase the need for hydration. Consulting with a healthcare professional can provide personalized guidance on optimal water intake based on individual circumstances.

TWO. Fifty Shades of Chicken

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Chicken, but sexy? This playful twist on Fifty Shades of Grey offers a tantalizing collection of 50 recipes centered around everyone's beloved poultry.

With stunning photography and enticing dishes such as Bacon-Bound Wings and Sticky Chicken Fingers, it's a culinary adventure that gives us a mouth-watering moment.

Additional cookbooks we are loving if you do not have your hands on these yet, we highly recommend picking up - 

• Joshua Weissman’s An Unapologetic Cookbook for a little entertainment with your incredible meal &

• Erin Clarke’s Well Plated for the healthier yet delicious side of the table. 

  
  

THREE. Saie Glowy Super Illuminator Hype

We succumbed to the buzz, advertisements, and influencer endorsements proclaiming the SAIE Glowy Super Gel Illuminator as the ultimate solution for achieving that coveted summer makeup glow.

After putting it to the test on various occasions, it's evident that not everything you hear should be taken at face value.

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While the initial glow is undeniably radiant, it tends to diminish rapidly once our regular makeup routine is applied.

We suggest using this product with minimal makeup on top to truly appreciate its benefits. However, if you intend to layer makeup, be prepared for this product to fade within seconds.

We'll apply Saie into our everyday minimal makeup routine, combining it with our essential SPF for a natural, no-makeup look. But realistically, stick to our skincare routine to obtain lasting glow.

FOUR. The perfect white tee does exist

After years of searching, we finally found it - the perfect white tee. 

Light as air and soft as ever, this oversized tea is the kind of effortless top you can wear on, repeat, and you should.

FIVE. Craving a new hobby?

We are here for you.

SIX. Have you tried habit stacking?

We understand the number of hours in a day; have you tried ‘habit stacking’?

In 2018, James Clear introduced this term in his book, Atomic Habits. The idea you can accomplish more by focusing on less, habit stacking involves associating a new habit with an already existing one.

The idea is to "stack" the new habit on top of an established routine that already exists. The key to successful habit stacking is selecting a cue or action that you already perform regularly and linking it with the new behavior you want to adopt.

Here's an example - Let’s say you already have a daily routine of a morning walking on your treadmill. Instead of scrolling through Instagram, open a book during your morning walk, our latest read obsession could easily get you out of bed in the morning. 

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Our most popular habit stacks:

• When the alarm goes off, implement the 5-Second Rule 

• Brushing your teeth and reciting the repeat positive affirmations, in the mirror; occasionally let the kids participate in this habit 

• Take a moment for mindful breathing or meditation after your skincare routine, all my skincare people know this allows the serums to soak

SEVEN. Mindset hack

Here's a mindset hack for detachment that has helped us lately -

If it is not this, it is something better.

If it is not now, it's at a better time, and you can handle it either way.

If you want something and it has not come through yet, there is a reason for it that will be made clear later on.

If you want something and it does not happen for you, there is a reason for it that will be made clear later on.

There is so much to enjoy right here, right now, in the present - even in the absence of the thing that you want.

The sooner you can enjoy your life, even without that thing you want so badly -

You will enter into a beautiful energetic space of neutrality, where you are an absolute magnet for what you want to call into your life because you can not want something and have it at the same time.

Drink your tea, and enjoy the weekend. 

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