Gisele Bündchen Reflects Amid “Silent Struggles”
Gisele Bündchen has no time for negativity.
That’s why the supermodel has a timer on her phone to cap her social media usage, ensuring that she only uses it improve her mindfulness such as looking up cooking recipes and gathering home decor inspiration.
“I spend maybe an hour a week on social media,” Gisele—who is an ambassador for IWC Schaffhausen—exclusively told E! News at the luxury watch brand’s Art Basel event Dec. 8. “Otherwise, we become addicted to it. So, I think we have to be mindful of that.”
And same goes for son Benjamin, 14, and daughter Vivian, 11, who she shares with ex Tom Brady. As the 43-year-old explained, their kids’ access to social media is also limited so they can use their time wisely.
“Time is the most important thing you have—it’s your biggest currency,” Gisele put it. “If you fill your time with things that are mindful and that you intentionally choose, you would spend less time doing mindless things that are a waste of time.”
For the Brazil native, that means putting the phone away at 9 p.m. every night for more time with family.
“I have a very tight schedule, I have a lot of things in my day,” she said. “Being with my kids is so much more important.”
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Being offline is also an opportunity to recharge.
“Taking my rest is something I’ve learned” Gisele, who has been vocal about the importance of self-care, shared. “Having the time to really rest has been a big thing for me.”
While a sleep, exercise, mediation, a healthy diet with plenty of hydration are aspects of her personal routine, Gisele said the key to wellness is “spending the time with people that you love.”
“Because that brings joy,” she noted. “You can’t forget the joy.”
—Reporting by Carolina Gonzalez
To see Gisele’s cutest moments with her kids, keep reading.
Multitasking Mama
Gisele Bündchen makes it look so easy being a mom as she spends time with son Benjamin and daughter Vivian, who she shares with Tom Brady.
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Like Mother, Like Daughter
It looks like Vivian has inherited her mama’s love of yoga.
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Football Star
Benjamin, who is following his dad’s footsteps into football, receives a kiss from his mom after a game.
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Snuggle Season
There’s nothing more heartwarming than a mother-daughter snuggle.
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All Grown Up
Gisele proves her son’s all grown up with this photo of the two back-to-back.
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Chasing Waterfalls
Gisele and Vivian share a sweet moment during a 2023 vacation to Brazil.
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Sleepover With Mom
The supermodel gets a sweet wake-up call from her daughter.
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Namaste
Gisele and Benjamin practice yoga by the beach.
Kisses
Gisele sneaks in a kiss after her son gives her a piece of his artwork as a gift.
My Little Pony
Gisele and Benjamin takes the horses for a walk down the trail.
Soccer Mom
Gisele gets into the spirit by cheering on her favorite team and holding onto daughter Vivian.
Lake Viewing
Gisele shows her daughter the beauty of the natural outdoors.
Beach Babes
Gisele and the kids enjoy a nice day by the beach.
Story Time
Benjamin appears engrossed as his mother reads him a story.
Recess
The whole family lets loose together and has fun playing.
Sunset Session
Benjamin is clearly a yoga enthusiast as he hangs with his mom on the beach at sunset.
Game Night
Gisele and the kids make sure to support their dad during his big football game.
Reaching for the Sky
Vivian tries to imitate her mother’s every move during a yoga session.
Monny ‘n Me
Gisele lifts her little one up into the air during a carefree beach day.
Mom Chic
Even when she’s getting her makeup done and breastfeeding her baby, Gisele looks stylish as ever.
Outdoor Yoga
Gisele shares her love of a healthy lifestyle by leading Vivian in an outdoor yoga session.
Baby Yoga
Gisele loves doing everything with her kids, even involving them in her fitness routine.
Namaste
Vivian attempts her best yoga pose next to her mother.
Stylish Duo
Gisele and Benjamin make a stylish duo with her chic shades and his cool hat.
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