✅ The Weird Hacks That Actually Worked
1. Grounding (a.k.a. Walking Barefoot on the Earth)
I used to think this was just crunchy granola nonsense—until I tried it. Turns out, there’s legit science backing it.
🧠 “There’s evidence that grounding can decrease inflammation, improve sleep, and balance cortisol levels,” says integrative physician Dr. Amy Shah.
Now I do it in my backyard while sipping my coffee, and I swear it helps me feel less frazzled and more grounded (pun intended).
Try this if: you wake up feeling foggy, anxious, or overstimulated by screens.
2. Lion’s Breath Breathing
Yes, you’ll look like a roaring yoga dragon. Yes, it works. This ancient yogic breathwork technique involves a deep inhale and a loud exhale—tongue out, eyes wide. Sounds wild, but it instantly releases tension in your face, jaw, and neck.
🧘🏽♀️ “Lion’s breath stimulates the vagus nerve and helps discharge built-up emotional energy,” explains breathwork coach Sarah Novak.
My verdict: Feels ridiculous at first, but there’s something freeing about exhaling all that built-up life stress like a lioness on a mission.
3. Mouth Taping at Night
I know. Tape. On your mouth. While you sleep. It sounds like a horror movie, but it’s actually a gentle tool to encourage nasal breathing, which is linked to better oxygenation and deeper sleep.
😴 “Mouth taping can reduce snoring, boost oral health, and promote better sleep patterns,” says Dr. Mark Burhenne, sleep dentist and author of The 8-Hour Sleep Paradox.
I started waking up more rested and less groggy. Just make sure you use skin-safe medical tape, and don’t try this if you have breathing issues or sinus blockages.
4. Putting My Legs Up the Wall (a.k.a. Viparita Karani)
Ten minutes, no sweat, just legs up and phone down. This inversion helps drain lymphatic fluid, reduce bloating, and bring down cortisol.
Perfect for that post-dinner slump or when your energy crashes hard around 3 PM.
❌ The Wellness Trends I Ditched (With No Regrets)
1. Oil Pulling Every Morning
Listen, I love a good self-care ritual—but swishing coconut oil for 20 minutes before I’ve had coffee? Not it.
While some claim it detoxes the mouth and whitens teeth, I didn’t notice a huge difference. And honestly? It just made me gag.
2. Raw Garlic Shots
Unless you enjoy burning your throat for minimal immune support, skip this one. Yes, garlic has antimicrobial properties. But if it makes you smell like a walking pesto dish all day—hard pass.
Pro tip: roast it instead and spread it on toast with olive oil. Still good for you. Way easier on the dating life.
3. Detox Teas (the Diuretic Kind)
Spoiler alert: it’s not detox, it’s diarrhea. I learned the hard way after spending a very uncomfortable brunch locked in a bathroom. Just eat real food and drink water. Your liver’s got you covered.
Final Thoughts: It’s Okay to Be a Little Weird
Trying something unconventional isn’t a failure—it’s curiosity. And the wellness world needs more curious, conscious women who aren’t afraid to experiment (safely!) and ditch what doesn’t serve them.
If nothing else, you’ll get a good story out of it. And maybe, just maybe, a better night’s sleep or a more grounded nervous system.
So, tell me: What’s the weirdest wellness hack you’ve ever tried?
Drop it in the comments—or send this to a friend who’s tried taping her mouth shut too. 😅
