june favorites.

HI!

As you know, when we needed to leave our home we got rid of basically all our possessions. instead of just re-buying everything we had before (uh hello legal + medical expenses) I have been exceptionally intentional in what i am purchasing each month.

Going forward, I thought it would be fun to list out the top 11 things that I am loving each month & share what books, products, and other misc. items I am loving and deem worthwhile.

Without further ado, here are my june favs!

body lotion

This stuff has been a literal godsend. i thought my skin was dry in colorado but when we first moved, my skin was so horrifically ashy, yet sensitive and i could not find any relief. enter — this amazing, mildly scented, non-toxic body lotion that doesn’t cost an arm & a leg. (heh.)

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green pan

I took one pan and one pan only when we left. Don’t get me wrong, we had a whole greenpan set, which i loved, but this pan has stood the test of time. we are staying with family that doesn’t use nontoxic cookware so it’s been amazing to have this to cook my 3-4 meals a day in. the nonstick coating has held up, it’s a great size, easy to clean… i could go on and on. If you need a nontoxic aesthetic pan, this is an amazing option.

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the body keeps the score

now that i am in a better place supplement and treatment wise, i have been working through the other layers in healing - specifically trauma. this book explains trauma and the brain in such an engaging and insightful way. he weaves together science and narratives and for such a seemingly dense topic, he really makes it enjoyable.

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water tumbler

staying hydrated and combatting chronic dehydration is crucial when healing. i have always found that i drink more water when using a straw but so many options are plastic, or clunky, or fragile glass. i love the rubber protective layer on this, the ease of refilling and the convenient 20 oz size. remember to add in minerals (like redmond’s or celtic salt) to your water in order to better absorb it into your cells!

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ghee

i could write a love letter to ghee. when i was only able to eat 5-6 foods, introducing ghee was a true gift. buttery, easily digestible, inflammation reducing, low histamine and a good source to start introducing healthy fats… it’s a staple that everyone should have in their pantry. yes, it’s pricey but the quality is beyond worth it - small batch, grass fed, pastured raised.

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face shaver

i know… a lil random but i am obsessed with this tool. although i have been losing a lot of hair, my body hair growth has been all over the place since my hormones are so out of whack. this does not irritate my sensitive skin, it’s easy to use, & gets a super clean shave. i left my old one in colorado and it was literally one of the first things i re-purchased once settled.

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when things fall apart

i read/think about this book daily. whether you have gone through a massive loss/heartbreak or are looking to find yourself after a series of smaller events, this book will speak to you in a way few others do. she has such an incredible way of guiding you through layers of growth & each time i re-read a chapter, i uncover more. the words in this book have, & continue to, get me through tough times. it will forever have a permanent spot in my home.

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dimmable salt lamp

now i know the research isn’t super sound on these & i am not here to tell you they will cleanse your air or heal xyz. i am here to say that they create a vibe. every evening i turn this on and journal / tap / meditate in its glow. i love that it has an adjustable brightness and the size is perfect to not get in the way but to light the area nicely. the perfect addition to make any space feel like home.

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rice noodles

these. rice. noodles. one of the 5 acceptable foods I could have was white rice. i was getting so sick of it that one day i decided to see about white rice noodles. however, it’s super hard to find organic GF white rice noodles. thank you, lotus foods!!! these don’t get gummy, are super easy to cook, and are really just an amazing satisfying option for any of you pasta lovers out there. I save $$ by doing the subscribe and save delivery every 3 weeks.

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clarity + connection

i have and will always be a huge fan of yung pueblo’s words. this is his newest book and it’s one of those books you feel is written specifically for you. With so many nuggets of wisdom, if you are going through a time of transFormation, healing, & growth, this is a wonderful source of support.

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mini waffle iron

Need i even say more!?? Although i can’t currently eat anything myself from this fabulous contraption, i use it multiple times a week to make things for others. from my gnocchi waffles, to mochi waffles, to wild blueberry cassava waffles… you can put basically anything in this and “waffilize” it and it will be a winner. plus, it always seems like you put in way more effort than you did. plug it in, give it a spray of oil, plop in some batter & voilà!

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