
Spring Cleaning for Dopamine
Simple Swaps to Lower Anxiety & Boost Motivation
Clear Space, Calm Mind. If you’ve ever cleaned out a drawer and suddenly felt like you had your life together, you’re not imagining it.
That tiny rush -That’s dopamine. It’s your brain’s motivation and reward chemical.
And right now, most of us are overwhelmed—not because we’re lazy, but because we’re overstimulated.
Too many options. Too many messes. Too many half-finished health goals on our to-do list.
Why Spring Cleaning Helps You Actually Stick to Your Wellness Habits
Your brain loves clarity.
When your space is clear, it’s easier to…
- Think
- Make a plan
- Cook a nourishing meal
- Reach for your supplements instead of snacks
- And actually follow through on wellness routines
And if you’re someone who struggles with anxiety, stress, or executive function overload, decluttering your physical space is one of the fastest ways to regulate your nervous system.
Spring Swaps That Lower Anxiety & Help You Reset
These are a few of my favorite non-toxic swaps that feel small—but make a big difference in how calm and motivated you feel in your kitchen, your body, and your daily flow.
Glass Food Storage Containers
Glass Storage Containers
These look better in your fridge and reduce microplastic exposure. Bonus: seeing your prepped food helps you eat it.
Microplastics-Free Cutting Board
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Ditch the plastic ones that release microplastics every time you chop. This swap = less mess, less stress, and a safer food prep zone.
Pantry + Fridge Organizers
Pantry Organizing Containers
Cue the dopamine hit. When your fridge looks like a wellness spa, you’re 10x more likely to throw together a nourishing plate.
Non-Toxic Cleaning Spray
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If you’re spraying synthetic fragrances and hormone-disrupting cleaners, it can impact your gut and your mood. I love using this gentle option—it works and smells clean, not chemical-y.
Ready to take these swaps to the next level and reset your body too?
Join my 7-Day Glow Up!
It’s your step-by-step plan to beat bloat, calm cravings, and feel lighter—mentally and physically. You’ll get gut-healing meals, daily reset routines, and simple wellness habits that fit your real life.
If you're overstimulated, you need a Clear Drawer.
Sometimes the fastest way to jumpstart your wellness routine isn't with a detox or diet… It’s with a label maker and a little trash bag of expired condiments.
So here’s your challenge:
Pick one space to clean.
A fridge shelf. A drawer. A corner of your pantry.
Then notice how much more mentally ready you feel to eat well, meal prep, or simply take care of yourself.
Want to go even deeper and repair your gut, hormones, and inflammation from the inside out?
That’s exactly what ROOT Rx is here for.
It’s my signature program designed to help you heal on a cellular level, stop the burnout cycle, and feel like yourself again—with real food, science-backed strategy, and support.
Inside ROOT Rx, you’ll:
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Heal your gut + lower inflammation
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Balance your hormones
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Learn what to eat for your unique biology
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Rebuild your energy, digestion, and confidence
Let’s create a healing routine that finally works.
xo,
Dr. Sheena