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Wearing Eye Mask Improves Sleep and Cognition

Do you struggle with getting a good night's sleep? Are you constantly feeling tired and groggy during the day? If so, you may want to consider adding an eye mask to your bedtime routine. Not only can wearing an eye mask help improve your sleep quality, but it can also have a positive impact on your cognitive function. Let's explore how wearing an eye mask can benefit your sleep and cognition. How does an eye mask improve sleep? When it comes to sleep, light plays a crucial role in regulating our sleep-wake cycle. Exposure to light, especially blue light, can suppress the production of melatonin, a hormone that helps regulate sleep. By wearing an eye mask, you can block out...

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It's Summer Be Bold Silked Travelers!

Energy flows where attention goes! Are you ready to reflect on your personal growth and give your summer energy a little vibrant glow? As the sun reached its highest point in the sky, on the Summer Solstice 2023, we have been immersed in a time of vibrant energy and potential. In June the Solstice is a time of the year that represents the natural flow of energy, consciousness, our sense of self and the things we surround ourselves with as we embrace these qualities. We are so excited to roll out our 2023 line of Silk and Stain prints. We definitely took our time this year curating what we felt was that next level energy to match our 8 hour sleep cycle....

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Elevate Your Self Care in 2023

Let’s make this year a year to remember! Are you ready to get started with a new self-care routine? Have you thought of making some changes to your physical health, emotional health, and overall wellness? Here are some simple ideas for starting or improving a self-care routine.  Our team wanted to share 3 things below that you can use to elevate your 2023 well being 1. Create a Vision Board The biggest thing here is to BE SPECIFIC with what you are manifesting! Our team has been creating vision boards for over a decade and they really work you just have to tell the universe exactly what you would like to see. Here is a great blog from Artful Parents on different ways...

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Silked Co-Founder Sandra McCurdy on Turning 50!

    What are some of your Self-Care and Beauty Tips at 50? 1) Love and embrace yourself and your imperfections. When I was in my 20s I spent a lot of time chasing perfection that doesn't exist. I've earned my scars and wrinkles and love them!  Practicing gratitude for who you are and all the good in your life is so important. 2) Exfoliate once a week. I do my face and body. I pay special attention to my rough feet!  3) Exercising 3-5 times a week. I've been doing this since my 20s and it's one thing that has paid off for me. Dancing, hiking in nature and yoga  are my favorite ways to exercise. Deep breathing and meditation are a must as well. Quiet...

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