Balance

Finding Muchness

When I discovered this book, I knew it was a gift I wanted to give each of my students when they graduated high school. This book contains simple yet powerful illustrations and prose that reminds readers to live life to the fullest.

How We Heal

I found this book while browsing for BIPOC-written books at a bookstore, and I'm so glad I did. Alexander Elle shares her own story and healing journey while also guiding readers through their own healing via reflection prompts. I've found many excerpts from her text to be inspiring fodder to share with others and also provide myself with small doses of self-care.

The Nap Ministry's Rest Deck

When my brain can't initiate its own self-care practice, I turn to The Nap Ministry's Rest Deck -- a collection of practices that make it easy to relax.

Warming, Weighted, Scented Neck Pillow

In just two minutes, you can experience spa-like relaxation with this neck pillow. The cover is removable and washable, and while I have the lavendar-scented pillow, they also have options for other scents. Just make sure to warm the pillow in 30-second increments so as not to burn it!

Organic Aloe Vera Gel

This gel is not like the sticky gels you purchase at your neighborhood grocery store or pharmacy; it's clean, cool, and more watery than gel-like. I love using it to cool my skin, especially when I get too much sun. It contains only organic aloe, so it contains no scent, no chemicals, or additives. All-in-all, it's a great self-care skin product.

Long-Lasting Scented Soy Candles (3-pack)

I'm picky when it comes to candles. I don't like over-powering scents, anything that smells artificial, or anything that burns too quickly or unevenly. For me, these candles create just the right level of fragrance, last a long time (especially for their size,) and burn evenly. Plus, the tins are beautiful and can be repurposed for other around-the-house uses.