make diy mask spray: I posted this easy, three ingredient mask spray on Instagram and Tik Tok, and found it to be useful for so many people I knew I had to share it here too. Just a few sprays on your mask before wearing…
LISTEN Talks: Scott Galloway “Don’t Follow Your Passion” – This short snippet from Tech Leader and NYU Stern Marketing Professor Scott Galloway has really stuck with me. I’ve started to listen to his Podcasts and am always left with so much food for thought and…
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Podcasts:
Making Sense with Sam Harris: The Price of Distraction – Like many of us, I’m going into 2021 thinking of what changes I want to make to be a more joyful, present woman. Part of this lies with my phone and technology usage (the irony of this isn’t lost on me as I type this on my computer).
Technology and social media is a wonderful, necessary thing but a luxury that often does steal my ability to be present. This podcast touches on the true physiological and psychology price of that distraction, and has made me excited to put some boundaries around that for myself and my family.
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Books I’m re-reading:
The Happiness Project – I have read this book twice and it never ceases to provide me with joy and encouragement in a very easy to digest, friendly way. I don’t know about you but I could use some light hearted inspiration for 2021!
Broken Open – This is one of my all time favorite books and I try to read it once a year. Admittedly, I missed 2020, but I think Elizabeth Lesser would tell me to give myself a pass. There aren’t enough words for how much this book means to me. For anyone rising out a dark time in their life, it is a beacon of hope and reservoir of wisdom.
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Two Athlesiure Staples I’m Loving:
The BEST Leggings – As a mom of two who works out almost every day, leggings that are durable, comfortable, and flattering are an essential. Of all of the leggings in my drawer, including my pricey Adam Selmans and my classic Lululemons, the ones I reach for most are these.
Don’t let the price fool you, I am not kidding you when I say these are the best leggings I’ve ever worn. They are buttery soft, flattering, and comfortable and come in a ton of great colors. I have them in this navy, this sapphire blue, this black, and this army green.
Nike Trainers – I love Nike shoes, they are super comfortable on the foot and I find that the designs skew more feminine than many other brands. The details are colors make them appear softer on the foot, and they can be worn with so many things from jeans to those leggings I mentioned above.
Two pairs that I recently ordered and am living in are these classic black ones and these cheerful colorful ones. I wear these so often, let’s just say when I put on heels it takes me a minute to get my bearings again!
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Smoothies – I drink smoothies all year long and have one for breakfast almost every single day. For a long time, I thought that smoothies were useless as I found myself hungry an hour or so later and was never truly satisfied.
I’ve been using Orgain vegan protein powder for about 9 months and it is truly the best protein powder I’ve ever tried. Not only is it vegan, dairy free, and naturally sweetened but it’s absolutely delicious… which is most important because I don’t care how healthy something is if it doesn’t taste great.
Use code CATWITHAK10 to get 30% off your first order on their website. Their chocolate and vanilla proteins are my daily go-tos.
I’ve got a fun smoothie roundup coming next week to give you some inspiration if you want to kick the year off with more smoothies in your routine.
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At Home Workouts – Although it’s cliche to jump right into exercise talk the first week in January, it’s cliche for a reason. As we assess our goals for the next year, often getting into stronger physical shape is in there somewhere. As a mom of two toddlers, exercise has become more about my mental fitness than anything else… the exterior results are truly just a bonus. Here are two online workout programs that are very affordable and extremely effective.
WATCH Bellanova, One Voice – This is a beautiful rendition of the Maroon 5 song “Memories” by the One Voice Children’s Choir. It is so poignant for this time, where many of us are missing loved ones. Grab a tissue. READ 6 Winter Solstice Rituals…
Looking for a last minute gift? I’ve rounded up a collection of beautiful coffee table/cook book hybrids to share with you for gifting this season. Each one of these hosts unique recipes interwoven by gorgeous photography and enticing storytelling. I flip through them morning, afternoon,…
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Christmas Movies – When it comes to holiday movies, there are certain ones I turn to year after year, and this one is a true favorite. Have you seen it? It’s the perfect mix of comedy, drama, and nostalgia and it gets better with time, like most holiday films.
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Holiday Children’s Books – If you have a child that loves trucks and all things construction as much as I do, this book is a must. My mother got it for William and he is in love with it. I break it out a few weeks before Christmas and we read it through New Years Eve.
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Holiday Decor – I’ve been lucky enough to be in London before the holidays, and the department stores there do it RIGHT. Harrods, in particular, decks out every inch of their store, and the energy is really magnificent. These baubles make me feel like a little piece of that magnificence is home with us.
Ever since I was a little girl I have been fascinated by nutcrackers. I find them mysterious and beautiful, there is something about them that feels very alive to me. I am starting to build on my family’s collection and Etsy has some fabulous vintage options for a great price point.
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Holiday Attire – Whatever I’m wearing, I usually have this coat on top of it. It instantly helps me look pulled together whether Im wearing denim, sweats, or a dress. The quality far surpasses the price point.
When it comes to kids holiday pajamas, Primary is my favorite source. The prints are simple, the fabric is sturdy and soft, and the price is really good. Can’t beat that.
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Holiday Music – This Spotify playlist has become a favorite, I have it playing at home and in the car all season long.
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Holiday Lunches – Persimmons have graced the market shelves, and that means persimmon toast for lunch. Persimmon is a mild, sweet fruit that looks like an orange tomato and is best eaten when soft and ripe. I love to to slice them and add them to toast smeared with goat or cream cheese and topped with lime, sea salt, and pumpkin seeds. Delicious.
BUY & GIVE Want to shop the farmers market without the schlep? Check out Our Harvest – an NY based onlinefarmers market partnering with tons of local farms and greenmarkets and delivering right to you door. Bonus? For every $25 purchase made, Our Harvest donates…
GO When was the last time you visited a local farm in your area? We all know how the pandemic has effected the restaurant business, but it’s effected the wholesale produce and grocery businesses just as much. We’ve been frequenting a nearby gem called Ambler…
