Pouring into yourself requires you to pause, reflect, become self-aware and take action on doing the things that make you feel old. I created this list for those who choose to live life intentionally, and those who make health and wellness your first...
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Supplements and Teas
Aroma
Body Care
Outdoors & Mindfulness
Supplements and Teas
Working on the inside out. Treating your body well starts from what you put inside your body.
I occasionally use this product for the high stress days. The gummy makes things taste so much better than a pill.
Goli® Nutrition
Detoxing teas to aid in digestion when I have an unsettled stomach and I want something light to drink in the morning.
EveryDay Detox® Lemon Tea
9 times out of 10, i’m having a daily cup of tea in the morning. Vanilla chai happens to be my first pick. Add a little milk or dairy supplement to bring it all together, and it will warm your heart!
Bigelow Vanilla Chai Tea Bags - 20 Count
If you want a taste of bubbly without the alcohol and something that promotes rest and relaxation try drinking your meditation! They also have some flavors that are still. So far, Blackberry Lavender is my favorite.
Moment | Drink Your Meditation
(Savannah, Ga) Go to your local market and buy natural and Whole Foods. At this location, you can also buy organic spices and looseleaf teas found in their self serve bulk section.
Brighter Day Natural Foods Market
(CVS) I love the fact that the supplement is in liquid form. The raspberry flavor is semi sweet and has the typical vitamin aftertaste to it. IMO it tastes much better than the peach mango.
Maryruth's Liquid Morning Multivitamin Raspberry, 15.00 OZ
(ULTA) I specifically chose this link because recently discovered that you can find this and other Mary Ruth products at Ulta! I caught a great deal and saved about 10 bucks with a site wide promotional discount on their wellness products.
(WEBSITE) I really like Mary Ruth products because they offer organic and vegan liquid based vitamins. Although this option is pricier compared to other forms. I choose to opt in with this for easier absorption. I try to catch promotional deals to sa...
Liquid Vitamin D3 & K2 Spray For Bone & Heart Health
Aroma
The healthier options for smell goods
Perfect for late night relaxation from a long day at work.
doTERRA Essential Oils
Perfect for when you need an aroma boost for energy and awakening.
doTERRA Breathe Essential Oil Blend 15ml
If I could, I would have an aroma diffuser in every room, but that would be very non-minimalist of me these days.
Better Homes & Gardens 180mL Diffuser Wood Spout Ultrasonic Diffuser, Brown
If you’re a DIYer and like making natural products, here’s some inspo for you to make your own homemade incense.
DIY Natural Incense Sticks
Body Care
For your body, because good hygiene practices are very important.
Roll on, smooth, and dries well. Does not leave any deordorant marks.
CRYSTAL™ Deodorant: CRYSTAL™
Leaves a white cast, but works well for super sensitive skin like mine. I have to rub in deeply for it to absorb.
Make it Hybrid™ SPF 50 - Mineral Combination Sunscreen
Local Biz ( Sav, Ga) I Found this natural body butter and many other products posted next to a column in the Westin’s Starbucks. A little bit goes a long way. The peach scent is light and last for a good bit of the day.
Georgia Peach Body Butter
Love using this is right out of the shower. Makes my skin feel super moisturized. Leaves your skin feeling dewey if that’s your vibe. I apply this to my skin as a base before I layer with my lotion and favorite perfume of the day.
Urea 5% Body Serum - Naturium
Don’t let the title intimidate you. This light wash consisting of sugarcane helps give the extra comfort of a light exfoliation while cleansing and deodorizing your body. Feels like a serum, but lathers well
The Energizer Mandelic Acid Body Wash - Naturium
Dr. Bronner‘s soap has been one of my go to brands for years. There’s so many uses for this product. I’ve used this to wash clothes, wash, dishes, wash my plant leaves, cleaned my yoga mat, and more.
Dr. Bronner's: The Original All-One Magic Soap and More!
Whenever I want to use a body spray right out the shower, this is my go to. I don’t apply this daily, although it is a natural deodorant. I use this more as a whole body spray than for under arms.
Native Deodorant & Body Spray, Aluminum Free, Coconut & Vanilla, for Women and Men, 3.5 oz
Outdoors & Mindfulness
Mindfulness activities that bring awareness and connect the mind, body, and spirit.
Have fun feeding the birds and taking a walk
Lake Mayer (Savannah, Ga)
Walk outside for at least 10 mins to get your vitamin D. This article shares more insight on what to expect when you walk outside for longer during the different times of the day and season.
What do the doctors say about how much sunshine we need for enough vitamin D?
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Truth moment: the prompts in this journal were very striking. Striking in the most subtle way because it causes an instant knee jerk reaction when you lease expect what you will address on the following page. I found myself reflecting a lot. I have n...
Choose Grace: Journal for Self-Kindness
Came across this book one day in Barnes & Noble while on the phone with a friend and wanted to switch things up. So I bought the book for the both of us so that we could about our experiences, reflecting on the many ways offered in the book. Some...
Self-Care for Black Women: 150 Ways to Radically Accept ...
This book is intended to be read multiple times throughout your life. Whether positive or negative, it sheds light on where you are in your personal growth journey, how you go about finding your purpose, and causes you to reflect on self improvement;...