Just Another Wellness Trend?

I never thought I’d be one of those “CBD people.” You know the type—posting about their holistic wellness routines on Instagram, always talking about how “balanced” they feel. But here I am, Morgan Chen, 23-year-old graphic designer and reluctant wellness convert, writing about how a trendy supplement actually changed my daily life.

It started when my roommate Zoe, always ahead of the curve on wellness trends, kept raving about this CBD oil she was taking. “It’s not about treating anything specific,” she insisted one morning while adding it to her smoothie. “It’s preventative wellness.” I rolled my eyes but couldn’t help being curious.

At our favourite café the next weekend, I noticed CBD options on the menu. Then at yoga, the instructor mentioned it. When three different lifestyle influencers I follow posted about it in the same week, I decided maybe this wasn’t just another passing fad.

After some research, I settled on The Real CBD’s 5% CBD oil with vitamin D—mostly because it had good reviews and I liked that it included vitamin D (my doctor had mentioned I might be deficient after my last check-up). The lemon and mint flavour sounded refreshing too, not medicinal like some supplements.

“I’m just trying it,” I told Zoe when my small bottle arrived. “Don’t make it a whole thing.”

Week One: Sceptical Beginnings

Day 1: Took my first dose this morning. The lemon-mint flavour is surprisingly pleasant—bright and fresh, not that earthy taste I was dreading. Felt exactly the same all day, as expected. Not sure what the hype is about.

Day 3: Three days in and still waiting to feel something transformative. The flavour is genuinely enjoyable though—feels like starting the day with a tiny moment of self-care rather than choking down a supplement.

Day 5: Noticed something odd last night. Checked my sleep tracking app and apparently I slept through the night without my usual 2am wake-up. Probably a coincidence.

Day 7: A full week in. My sleep app shows I’ve averaged 7.5 hours this week instead of my usual 6-6.5. I’m falling asleep faster too. Interesting, but could be the rainy weather we’ve had.

Week Two: Noticing Changes

Day 10: I’ve been sleeping better consistently now—deeper and longer without changing anything else in my routine. Waking up without feeling like I need to hit snooze five times. Mentioned it to Zoe who gave me that annoying “told you so” smile.

Day 12: Had a stressful client meeting today that would normally have left me drained. Still felt tired afterward, but not the usual complete energy crash. Could be getting better at handling work stress, could be the CBD. The jury’s still out.

Day 14: Two weeks in and I’ve noticed I’m not checking my phone as compulsively in the evenings. Instead of doom-scrolling until midnight, I’ve been reading more. It’s not like the CBD oil put a book in my hand, but I feel less scattered somehow.

Week Three: The Subtle Shift

Day 17: My morning routine now includes those drops of lemon-mint CBD oil, and I actually look forward to it. It’s become a small moment of consistency in my often chaotic freelance schedule.

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Day 19: Had drinks with friends last night and Jade commented that I seemed “lighter” somehow. Not physically—she meant I was laughing more, less cynical. I hadn’t noticed the change in myself, but she’s right.

Day 21: Three weeks in and I had a realization today: I haven’t had that Sunday evening dread about the work week ahead. I’m managing the same workload, same clients, same deadlines—but they’re not consuming my thoughts in the same way.

One Month Later: The New Normal

It’s been a month since I sceptically started taking The Real CBD’s 5% CBD oil with vitamin D, and I’m surprised to find myself writing this journal at all. I didn’t begin this as a treatment for anything specific—I wasn’t dealing with chronic pain or diagnosed anxiety. I was just a relatively healthy 23-year-old following a trend.

But here’s what I’ve observed in myself after a month:

I sleep better—falling asleep faster and staying asleep longer
My energy feels more consistent throughout the day
I recover more quickly from stressful situations
My general outlook is more positive
I feel more present in conversations and activities

None of these changes are dramatic enough to make for a compelling before-and-after viral post. There was no single moment of transformation. Instead, it’s been a gradual shift toward a slightly better version of my daily life.

The vitamin D component might be contributing too—especially during these darker winter months. The combination seems to work well for my body chemistry, and the refreshing lemon-mint flavour makes it a pleasant part of my routine rather than a chore.

I finally understand what people mean by “wellness supplement” now. It’s not about fixing something that’s broken; it’s about supporting systems that are already working so they can work a little better.

Will I be posting CBD oil selfies and preaching its benefits to strangers? No. But will I be reordering my bottle of The Real CBD 5% with vitamin D when it runs out? Absolutely.

Sometimes trends become trends for a reason. In this case, I’m glad I gave in to the hype. Thank you to The Real CBD for creating a product that improved my everyday life in ways I wasn’t even looking for—and for making it taste good enough that I actually enjoy taking it.

Here’s to small changes that make a difference, Morgan

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