The Curl Up

The New Year can be an ideal time to check-in and take inventory on how we’ve been living our lives thus far and if our actions have been aligned with how we want to live our lives going forward. Due to the pandemic and the numerous stressors that we’ve had to navigate through, it’s likely that many of us were not able to fulfill our goals for 2021 in the ways that we had hoped. If you’re feeling disappointed in your progress with your 2021 goals or simply wondering where the year went, know that you are not alone!

As many of us are still trying to process and catch up with the changes that have occurred within the last two years, we can still be intentional in making 2022 a fulfilling, meaningful year. I have shared some tips below that may be helpful as we welcome the New Year.

Our favorite small businesses make holiday shopping easy by curating gift ideas for everyone on your list!

"Acknowledging the good that you already have in your life is the foundation for all abundance." ― Eckhart Tolle

Curated by producer Johann Bermudez on the shores of the Mayan Riviera, where peaceful vibes and relaxed living are the daily mantras, the Dreamtime playlist is "a voyage to relax, soften, and let go of time. Be present, and feel the moment."

Our mental health is just as important as our physical health. Mental health is something that we all have (similar to physical health) and refers to our psychological wellbeing. It affects how we think, feel, and behave. Thus, it is essential to consistently and intentionally attend to our emotional wellbeing as it can impact nearly all areas of our lives. By prioritizing our mental health, not only can we more effectively cope with our current stressors, but also ensure our well-being in the long-term.

Included below are my 5 tips for being able to proactively take care of your mental health everyday.

"Respond to every call that excites your spirit." ― Rumi

We've made shopping for Mother's Day simple this year with a list of thoughtfully curated gifts that are sure to put a smile on her face, and leave her feeling loved — inside & out!

Topeka K. Sam is a force that is leading the movement to end poverty and incarceration of women & girls. Hear her inspiring story of creating The Ladies of Hope Ministries while still behind bars herself.

Celebrate Women's History Month by donating to The Ladies of Hope Ministries to end poverty and incarceration of women & girls.

Ever wonder how to choose a crystal that best suits your needs at that moment, or better yet — how can you let the crystal choose you? Don't know the best way to cleanse & charge your crystals? Well, don't worry! 

We spoke with Naomi Edwards, a Holistic Health Practitioner (& crystal expert who consulted on Baloo's Sleep Stone Mask!) to get her guidance on making the most of your experience with crystals. Plus, find out her reasoning behind why she recommended the specific crystals for the Sleep Stone Mask and how she uses them in her daily life. 

In honor of Black History Month, we are spotlighting inspiring People of Color who lead their communities and inspire growth and positive change in the world. Chrystani Heinrich founded Compton Girls Club in order to provide access to resources, knowledge, and skills not readily accessible to many young women in their own neighborhood.