There’s something sacred about the quiet hours after sunset — the moment the world slows down and you finally have permission to exhale.
For years, I struggled with sleep, stress, hormone chaos, thyroid crashes, and that relentless “wired but tired” feeling. Sound familiar?
But now? I’ve stepped into what I lovingly call my Healing Era — and one of the biggest game changers has been this simple, nourishing Evening Calm Tonic. No pills. No drama. Just peace in a cup.
Let me share my recipe, the science behind it, and why this gentle ritual may help you fall asleep faster, feel calmer, and wake up lighter — body, mind, and soul.
🌙 “Evening Calm Tonic” Recipe
🧪 Ingredients:
- 1 serving of liquid magnesium glycinate (per bottle instructions)
- 3 grams (½ tsp) of pure glycine powder
- 100-200 mg of L-theanine powder (or contents of a capsule)
- A pinch of Celtic or Himalayan salt (for trace minerals + adrenal support)
- Warm filtered water or herbal tea (like chamomile, lemon balm, or reishi)
- Optional: 1-2 drops of vanilla, cinnamon, or honey (if desired)
🍵 Instructions:
- In your favorite mug, mix warm water or herbal tea with all the ingredients.
- Stir well until glycine dissolves completely (it’s naturally sweet — no need to mask it).
- Sip slowly in a quiet space — journal, stretch, read, or simply breathe.
💛 Why This Works (Gently, Beautifully, and Naturally)
🧘♀️ Magnesium Glycinate
Calms your nervous system, supports muscle relaxation, and helps your body unwind from daily tension — especially powerful during hormone changes and thyroid slumps.
🧠 L-Theanine
A natural amino acid that promotes alpha brain waves — the same calm, creative, meditative state you feel after a deep sigh or during prayer.
🌿 Glycine
Your body’s “restorative whisper.” Glycine helps you produce collagen, detox estrogen, lower cortisol, support liver function, and fall into deeper, more restorative sleep.
🧂 Mineral-Rich Salt
A dash of sea salt replenishes adrenal minerals lost to stress and supports hydration — which many women in menopause, hypothyroidism, or high-stress states desperately need.
🌺 How It Helped Me
Since starting this tonic, I’ve noticed:
- Fewer 3 a.m. wakeups
- Less racing thoughts at bedtime
- Deeper, dreamier sleep
- More calm in my heart and mind
- A sense of ritual — a signal to my body that I’m safe, grounded, and healing
And that’s the point of your Healing Era, isn’t it?
Not perfection. Not quick fixes.
Just simple, beautiful ways to honor your body and give it what it’s been begging for.
📚 From the Healing Shelf: My Books
As a passionate health researcher and author, I’ve poured my experiences and healing wisdom into books that support women through hormonal shifts, thyroid recovery, emotional healing, and beyond.
✨ Some of my featured books include:
- “Reset Your Thyroid: 21-Day Meal Plan to Reset Your Thyroid”
- “A Women’s Holistic Holy Grail Handbook for Hypothyroidism and Hashimoto’s”
- “Fresh & Fabulous Hypothyroidism Body Balance”
- “The Quantum Leap: Habits That Reshape Your Reality”
- “Rode Hard and Put Up Wet: Natural Remedies for the Worn-Out Woman”
You can explore them all on Amazon under A.L. Childers — or visit my blog TheHypothyroidismChick.com for free tips, downloads, and deep dives into natural healing.
👩💻 About the Author
Audrey Childers, writing under the pen name A.L. Childers, is a health journalist, autoimmune warrior, thyroid thriver, and truth-teller with a heart for women navigating messy healing journeys. After reversing her hypothyroidism, losing weight during menopause, and rebuilding her life from the inside out, she now empowers others to do the same — one page, one post, and one tonic at a time.
⚠️ Disclaimer
This blog is for informational and educational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose, treat, or cure any medical condition. Always consult your healthcare provider before starting new supplements or routines — especially if you have pre-existing conditions or take medications.
