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30 Sustainable Ways To Reuse Everyday Items

April 22, 2021 By Melanie No Comments

30 Sustainable ways to reuse everyday items

Happy Earth Day, lovely humans! Although every day is an opportunity to appreciate our beautiful planet, I do love that on this holiday we can come together collectively to think about how we impact the environment and discuss more sustainable solutions.

I know sustainability can seem really overwhelming and sometimes a tad unrealistic depending on a variety of factors. I for one am not an environmental activist, vegan, minimalist or any “label” that holds me to a specific standard of social responsibility (although I have major respect for anyone who is).

Despite the lack of labels, I DO believe that each of us is personally responsible for how much or how little we contribute to the health of this planet and the people and animals that call it home.

There are many amazing articles and blog posts out there on how to lessen our carbon footprint, make the switch to eco-friendly products, reduce food waste, and help the environment from home.

So today, I decided to focus on sharing 30 simple and sustainable ways you can reuse everyday items and give them a second life! There are so many fun ideas in here and I hope you give some of them a try.

If you’re looking to add some eco-friendly items to your home, here is a roundup of some of my personal favorite products:

1. Cut out and frame images from a pretty calendar to use as beautiful and inexpensive art to hang on your wall.

2. Donate old comforters and towels to animal shelters.

3. Use postcards or pretty wrapping paper from gifts to make a fun collage in your journal.

4. Use potato peels to make delicious and addicting potato peel chips.

5. Use shredded paper as padding for mailing packages.

6. Repurpose an old baking sheet as a cute magnetic board for your office by adding a little spray paint and lining the inside with some pretty fabric using fabric adhesive.

7. Use the trunks of your broccoli by putting them in a cream of broccoli soup or grating them to make a slaw. You can also just peel and chop them to cook them with the florets!

8. Wrap tin cans with a strip of self-adhesive wallpaper to use as a cute desk organizer or utensil holder

9. Cut up old t-shirts and towels to use as rags for cleaning.

10. Use coffee grounds as an exfoliant.

11. Give books you’ve finished to friends who you think would enjoy them, donate them to a library, or sell them back to a used bookstore.

12. Turn a cardboard box into a useful desk organizer with these step-by-step instructions.

13. Clean and reuse jars as cute vases or for food storage. Some of my favorite vases started off as jam jars. 

14. Donate your fancy dresses to organizations like Becca’s Closet that provide free prom dresses to high school students who can’t afford to buy them. 

15. Turn stale bread into croutons or breadcrumbs to put on your salad. Here’s a recipe for homemade Italian breadcrumbs but you can add any herbs you want to make a delicious topping. 

16. If you’re craving a craft night, add a little embroidery to an old t-shirt to make it feel like new! Here’s a tutorial to get you started! 

17. Use leftover fabrics or scarves you no longer wear as eco-friendly gift wrap.

18. Use empty toilet paper rolls to organize all those loose cables and chargers in your desk drawers.

19. Give old clothes back to retailers and get yourself a discount! For example, Madewell will turn your old denim into housing insulation for communities in need, and you’ll get $20 off your next pair of jeans!

20. Make a pesto with your carrot tops to use as a delicious dip or to toss with pasta. 

21. Clean plastic food containers from your groceries and use them for when you want to give some homemade cookies to a friend. 

22. Turn a used-up candle into a pretty planter using these instructions. 

23. Use citrus peels to garnish a cocktail, add a little aromatherapy to your next bath, or follow these instructions for making a homemade cleaning solution.

24. Turn wine bottles into beautiful vases like this one.

25. Use this brilliant idea from Alyssa Barber to use plastic strawberry containers as a way to keep your ribbon organized. 

26. Use old wine for cooking. It’s still good for cooking long after it stops being good for sipping! Here a bunch of ways to use wine if you can’t finish the bottle. 

27. Revamp a cheap vase by painting it like this!

28. Save your cheese rinds and vegetable scraps in a bag in the freezer to make your own homemade broth. 

29. Reuse cardboard boxes as cute storage containers or bins by covering them with pretty fabric or wrapping paper.

30. Bring back borrowing! Borrow books from the library, use a clothing rental service, or reach out to a friend or neighbor when you find yourself needing something that you’ll probably only use once. It’s a good excuse to meet up with a friend you haven’t seen in a while!

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I hope you all found this list helpful! Now go get some fresh air and have a wonderful Earth Day.

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✨ Caring for your body 
✨ Treating yourself with kindness 
✨ Setting healthy boundaries
✨ Living with intention
✨ Nurturing your relationship with God
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✨ Moving away from comparison 
✨ Recognizing that your past does not define you 
✨ Honoring the promises you make for yourself 
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I know the idea of #romanticizingyourlife can sound super cliche and cheesy AF, but hear me out…
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Sometimes it’s just about taking your time to appreciate the small joys in your journey and finding happiness on your own terms. 
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Bringing back this series and sharing seven more #healthyhabits that have made a big difference in my life: 
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🤍𝐀𝐝𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐜𝐨𝐥𝐥𝐚𝐠𝐞𝐧 𝐢𝐧𝐭𝐨 𝐦𝐲 𝐝𝐢𝐞𝐭: I’ve been a @vitalproteins fan for years and love adding their Marine Collagen into my smoothies and lattes. It dissolves super easily and I love that it provides hair, nails and joint support. You can shop the entire Vital Proteins line at @target. ⠀
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🤍𝐄𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐬𝐦𝐚𝐥𝐥 𝐬𝐧𝐚𝐜𝐤𝐬 𝐭𝐡𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐠𝐡𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐝𝐚𝐲: Eating snacks like the Vital Proteins Protein and Collagen bar helps keep me satiated in between meals
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🤍𝐏𝐫𝐢𝐨𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐳𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐪𝐮𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐟𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩𝐬: because having a quality social life does wonders for my mental health and adds so much more fun into my days
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It’s #selfcare szn and if you’re looking for a sign to TREAT YOURSELF to a boujee at home spa day, this is it 🧖🏻‍♀️ ✨☁️🌱
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I made the switch to clean & cruelty free skincare years ago and figuring out which products are best for my skin has been a fun, ongoing process. If you’re curious as to what I’m using now — I’ve linked all of my favs that you see in this video in my Amazon storefront (link in bio) 
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This being said, you don’t NEED all the fancy skincare and accessories to treat yourself to some quality self care. 👸 Sometimes you can just throw on an old robe, light your favorite candle, spend a little extra time in a bath or shower 🛁, and give yourself a facial massage. And don’t forget the basics: drink plenty of water 💦🍋 and apply sunscreen! 
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No matter how ✨extra✨ you decide to be, I personally think skincare routines can be such a calming and therapeutic form of #selflove and self-care. Don’t you agree? 

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Kicking off the week with more simple ways to boost your mental health ❤️. Which one of these is your favorite? 
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The first DenFit event of 2023 with our friends at @rescuepuppyyoga was pawsitively a blast! ❤️🐾 
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Thank you so much to everyone who donated and showered these two cutie adoptable pups with so much love today! I loved cohosting this event with @sheflowsandgrows and I have a feeling it won’t be our last dog yoga class. 🐶 
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If you’re in the Denver area be sure to follow @denverfitfriends for more fitness meetup opps including an upcoming Galentine’s Day cardio dance party next month! 💃🏻 🎶  #yogawithdogs

Introducing… a delicious, refreshing DREAMSICLE
Introducing… a delicious, refreshing DREAMSICLE smoothie inspired by the Bella Hadid x Erewhon Kinsicle smoothie that I’ve been seeing all over the internet. 🧡🍊 
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The real deal has Kin Euphorics and Lion’s Mane Mushroom powder… but I made a few adjustments based on ingredients that I already had on hand (and that I think you might too)
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In classic Erewhon fashion, this smoothie would cost $19 in store buuut making it at home means spending way less money + an ability to customize it to your liking. 
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SAVE this recipe to try later: 
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✨ 1 banana
✨ 1 cup frozen mango
✨ 3 tbsp vanilla coconut yogurt 
✨ 1/2 tsp turmeric powder
✨ 1 serving marine collagen peptides 
✨ 1/4 cup orange juice 
✨ 1/2 cup almond milk 
✨ Ice 
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Blend up, add organic coconut cream to your glass, pour and serve! 🧡 
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#healthyrecipe #smoothierecipe #healthysmoothie #healthyeating #bellahadidsmoothie #wellandgoodeats #healthylifestyle #wellnesstips

✨SIMPLE SELF-CARE IDEA: have a solo paint (or ar
✨SIMPLE SELF-CARE IDEA: have a solo paint (or arts & crafts) night ✨
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One of my favorite things about painting is that it is such a #mindful activity. It’s an hour or more off my phone, listening to mellow music, and totally locked in to what I’m creating. It’s so soothing and feels like a true mental #reset. Not to mention the end result always makes me feel a little accomplished, even if it’s not perfect 😊🎨
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This time, I just painted little hearts on plain candlesticks. It turned out so cute and they’re perfect for Valentine’s Day!  I hope this inspires you to have your own little artsy #selfcare evening filled with your favorite hobbies and maybe even try painting some candles too 🕯️
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PS: One of my lil dreams was to have a dedicated space to focus on my art and I’m sooo happy to finally have this little desk set up in my office 👩‍🎨 . Cheers to more #painting nights ahead!

When it comes to reaching your goals, ✨#discipli
When it comes to reaching your goals, ✨#discipline✨ is THE secret sauce that will get you there every. single. time. 
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Motivation is the spark that can get us started but discipline is the flame that will keep burning, even when motivation is no where to be found.
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A few things that can help with creating discipline around #healthyhabits and #goalsetting:
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✨ Habit stack so that you’re adding a new goal into a pre-existing part of your daily routine 
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✨ Focus on your “why” and that magical, accomplished feeling you’ll have AFTER you do that new habit 
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✨ Write it down, be specific, and refer to it often! (Hello vision board 👏🏻) 
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✨ Find an accountability partner that you can check in with and maybe even work towards the same goal together! 
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This month I’ve been focused on my “3 for 30” challenge { nourish • move • self care } with my FB community and I’m excited to keep that consistency going through the rest of the year! 
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What is something you’re currently working towards? 
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#healthylifestyle #morningroutine #wellnessjourney #motivationalreels #wellnesstips #selfcare #positivemindset #fitnessmotivation #selfdiscipline

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⚡️3 Simple Ways to Stay Energized While Workin
⚡️3 Simple Ways to Stay Energized While Working From Home ⚡️
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I can hardly believe it but this February will mark 5 years of work from home life for me (yep, I transitioned to full time entrepreneurial life in 2018). In that time I’ve gone through my fair share of ups and downs – especially when it comes to finding ways to stay #motivated and #energized while not leaving the house. 
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What I found is that whenever I prioritize the following 3 super simple (kind of no brainer) steps into my day… I’m able to maintain my energy levels and feel GOOD in my #WFH setting. 
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⚡️Get dressed! Preferably in something comfortable, cute and that you can move in! 
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⚡️Stay hydrated! Not only will it keep your brain sharp but it’s one of the best ways to maintain your energy levels without having to resort to endless caffeine
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⚡️Get your heart rate up! Choose movement that you love, whether it’s dance, spin or a walk/jog on the treadmill. (I love my new Nordic Track Treadmill!)
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A huge shout out to @dickssportinggoods for helping make prioritizing my #wellbeing while working from home so much easier. I’ve linked a few of my absolute favorite DICK’S finds that you see in this video on my stories so be sure to check that out! 
#DKSPartner


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Here is what #selflove means to me and I’d love to hear which ones resonate most with you today: 
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✨ Caring for your body 
✨ Treating yourself with kindness 
✨ Setting healthy boundaries
✨ Living with intention
✨ Nurturing your relationship with God
✨ Seeking joy in the day to day 
✨ Moving away from comparison 
✨ Recognizing that your past does not define you 
✨ Honoring the promises you make for yourself 
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{wellness, positive mindset, healthy lifestyle, morning routine, yoga flow, self growth, healthy habits} 
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#myyogalife #positivemindset #yogapractice #wellness #dailywellness #selfgrowth #healthyandhappy #selfcare #wellnessblogger #discoverunder100k #selfcompassion
I know the idea of #romanticizingyourlife can soun I know the idea of #romanticizingyourlife can sound super cliche and cheesy AF, but hear me out…
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Romanticizing your life isn’t about viewing everything through rose-colored glasses and it definitely doesn’t mean that life is perfect or that there aren’t challenges that you face.
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What started as a silly Gen Z trend is actually a useful little mindfulness mindset that serves as a reminder to  embrace and amplify the good that already exists in your life. It can be as simple as being where your feet are and finding gratitude for the ordinary moments. 
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Sometimes it’s just about taking your time to appreciate the small joys in your journey and finding happiness on your own terms. 
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We all deserve to find little moments of positivity and dreaminess in our life. And I hope these little tips inspire you to not let life simply pass you by without taking time to soak in as much of it as possible 🥰
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#positivemindset #wellnesstips #mentalhealth #selfgrowth #bepresent #healthylifestyle #findjoyinthesmallthings #selflove #selfcare
Winter weekends in the mountains are becoming my n Winter weekends in the mountains are becoming my new favorite thing and just one of the many reasons why we love being in Colorado. 🏔️❄️🎿 
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It’s made me think a lot about different chapters of life and how “leaving” something you love behind can actually just be a means of transferring that love to something else. I think this is the case for most major life decisions — and I know for B and I, leaving NYC to put down roots in Denver has resulted in such an amazing growth experience and plenty of new adventures, friendships and learning opportunities. 💕
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I guess I’m sharing this in case you’re currently on the fence about taking that leap into the unknown. Whether it’s a cross country move, accepting a new job, going back to school, starting a family, or wherever your journey is taking you…
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Trust the process of releasing the old to clear a path for  what’s ahead and embrace the ✨magic✨ of new beginnings. 

{swipe for pics of our wonderful stay at @southernpinescabin! 10/10 recommend if you’re looking for a beautiful retreat just 5 min from downtown Breckenridge 🏔️💕} 

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#denverblogger #mountainadventures #skiseason #balancedlifestyle #mythoughts #positivemindset
#AD ✨Healthy Habits That Have Changed My Life (p #AD ✨Healthy Habits That Have Changed My Life (pt 4)✨ 
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Bringing back this series and sharing seven more #healthyhabits that have made a big difference in my life: 
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🤍𝐀𝐝𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐜𝐨𝐥𝐥𝐚𝐠𝐞𝐧 𝐢𝐧𝐭𝐨 𝐦𝐲 𝐝𝐢𝐞𝐭: I’ve been a @vitalproteins fan for years and love adding their Marine Collagen into my smoothies and lattes. It dissolves super easily and I love that it provides hair, nails and joint support. You can shop the entire Vital Proteins line at @target. ⠀
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🤍𝐏𝐫𝐚𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐌𝐢𝐧𝐝𝐟𝐮𝐥𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐌𝐞𝐝𝐢𝐭𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧: Being able to slow down and ground myself in the present moment helps keep my stress levels under control
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🤍𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐰𝐨𝐫𝐤: I love my standing desk and that it helps with my posture, circulation and focus 
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🤍𝐄𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐬𝐦𝐚𝐥𝐥 𝐬𝐧𝐚𝐜𝐤𝐬 𝐭𝐡𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐠𝐡𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐝𝐚𝐲: Eating snacks like the Vital Proteins Protein and Collagen bar helps keep me satiated in between meals
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🤍𝐑𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐏𝐨𝐬𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐀𝐟𝐟𝐢𝐫𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬: These little upbeat reminders in my office help promote a positive mindset when things get hard
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🤍𝐁𝐞𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐚𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐨𝐮𝐭𝐝𝐨𝐨𝐫𝐬: not all workouts have to be inside! I love trying new ways to get active outdoors, especially here in Colorado
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🤍𝐏𝐫𝐢𝐨𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐳𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐪𝐮𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐟𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩𝐬: because having a quality social life does wonders for my mental health and adds so much more fun into my days
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Which of these healthy habits is something you love to do? #ForEverybodyWithABody #VitalPartner  #Target #TargetPartner @shop.ltk https://liketk.it/40UIQ #ltkfit
It’s #selfcare szn and if you’re looking for a It’s #selfcare szn and if you’re looking for a sign to TREAT YOURSELF to a boujee at home spa day, this is it 🧖🏻‍♀️ ✨☁️🌱
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I made the switch to clean & cruelty free skincare years ago and figuring out which products are best for my skin has been a fun, ongoing process. If you’re curious as to what I’m using now — I’ve linked all of my favs that you see in this video in my Amazon storefront (link in bio) 
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This being said, you don’t NEED all the fancy skincare and accessories to treat yourself to some quality self care. 👸 Sometimes you can just throw on an old robe, light your favorite candle, spend a little extra time in a bath or shower 🛁, and give yourself a facial massage. And don’t forget the basics: drink plenty of water 💦🍋 and apply sunscreen! 
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No matter how ✨extra✨ you decide to be, I personally think skincare routines can be such a calming and therapeutic form of #selflove and self-care. Don’t you agree? 

#cleanskincare #wellness #healthyliving #selfcaretips #mindfulness #romanticizeyourlife #happyandhealthy #wellnessblogger #thatgirl #skincareroutine #morningroutine #wellbeing #selfcareseason #nontoxicliving #spadayathome
Kicking off the week with more simple ways to boos Kicking off the week with more simple ways to boost your mental health ❤️. Which one of these is your favorite? 
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{wellness, self care, positive mindset, healthy mindset, well-being, healthy lifestyle, healthy living, self growth, morning routine, motivation, mindfulness} 
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#selfcare #mentalhealthmatters #mentalhealthtips #mondaymindset #mondaymotivation #positivemindset #wellnesstips #motivationalreels #healthylifestyle #selfgrowth #selflove #selflovetips
The first DenFit event of 2023 with our friends at The first DenFit event of 2023 with our friends at @rescuepuppyyoga was pawsitively a blast! ❤️🐾 
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Thank you so much to everyone who donated and showered these two cutie adoptable pups with so much love today! I loved cohosting this event with @sheflowsandgrows and I have a feeling it won’t be our last dog yoga class. 🐶 
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If you’re in the Denver area be sure to follow @denverfitfriends for more fitness meetup opps including an upcoming Galentine’s Day cardio dance party next month! 💃🏻 🎶  #yogawithdogs
Introducing… a delicious, refreshing DREAMSICLE Introducing… a delicious, refreshing DREAMSICLE smoothie inspired by the Bella Hadid x Erewhon Kinsicle smoothie that I’ve been seeing all over the internet. 🧡🍊 
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The real deal has Kin Euphorics and Lion’s Mane Mushroom powder… but I made a few adjustments based on ingredients that I already had on hand (and that I think you might too)
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In classic Erewhon fashion, this smoothie would cost $19 in store buuut making it at home means spending way less money + an ability to customize it to your liking. 
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SAVE this recipe to try later: 
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✨ 1 banana
✨ 1 cup frozen mango
✨ 3 tbsp vanilla coconut yogurt 
✨ 1/2 tsp turmeric powder
✨ 1 serving marine collagen peptides 
✨ 1/4 cup orange juice 
✨ 1/2 cup almond milk 
✨ Ice 
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Blend up, add organic coconut cream to your glass, pour and serve! 🧡 
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#healthyrecipe #smoothierecipe #healthysmoothie #healthyeating #bellahadidsmoothie #wellandgoodeats #healthylifestyle #wellnesstips
✨SIMPLE SELF-CARE IDEA: have a solo paint (or ar ✨SIMPLE SELF-CARE IDEA: have a solo paint (or arts & crafts) night ✨
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One of my favorite things about painting is that it is such a #mindful activity. It’s an hour or more off my phone, listening to mellow music, and totally locked in to what I’m creating. It’s so soothing and feels like a true mental #reset. Not to mention the end result always makes me feel a little accomplished, even if it’s not perfect 😊🎨
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This time, I just painted little hearts on plain candlesticks. It turned out so cute and they’re perfect for Valentine’s Day!  I hope this inspires you to have your own little artsy #selfcare evening filled with your favorite hobbies and maybe even try painting some candles too 🕯️
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PS: One of my lil dreams was to have a dedicated space to focus on my art and I’m sooo happy to finally have this little desk set up in my office 👩‍🎨 . Cheers to more #painting nights ahead!
When it comes to reaching your goals, ✨#discipli When it comes to reaching your goals, ✨#discipline✨ is THE secret sauce that will get you there every. single. time. 
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Motivation is the spark that can get us started but discipline is the flame that will keep burning, even when motivation is no where to be found.
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A few things that can help with creating discipline around #healthyhabits and #goalsetting:
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✨ Habit stack so that you’re adding a new goal into a pre-existing part of your daily routine 
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✨ Focus on your “why” and that magical, accomplished feeling you’ll have AFTER you do that new habit 
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✨ Write it down, be specific, and refer to it often! (Hello vision board 👏🏻) 
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✨ Find an accountability partner that you can check in with and maybe even work towards the same goal together! 
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This month I’ve been focused on my “3 for 30” challenge { nourish • move • self care } with my FB community and I’m excited to keep that consistency going through the rest of the year! 
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What is something you’re currently working towards? 
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#healthylifestyle #morningroutine #wellnessjourney #motivationalreels #wellnesstips #selfcare #positivemindset #fitnessmotivation #selfdiscipline
me 🤝 mountains me 🤝 mountains
⚡️3 Simple Ways to Stay Energized While Workin ⚡️3 Simple Ways to Stay Energized While Working From Home ⚡️
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I can hardly believe it but this February will mark 5 years of work from home life for me (yep, I transitioned to full time entrepreneurial life in 2018). In that time I’ve gone through my fair share of ups and downs – especially when it comes to finding ways to stay #motivated and #energized while not leaving the house. 
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What I found is that whenever I prioritize the following 3 super simple (kind of no brainer) steps into my day… I’m able to maintain my energy levels and feel GOOD in my #WFH setting. 
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⚡️Get dressed! Preferably in something comfortable, cute and that you can move in! 
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⚡️Stay hydrated! Not only will it keep your brain sharp but it’s one of the best ways to maintain your energy levels without having to resort to endless caffeine
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⚡️Get your heart rate up! Choose movement that you love, whether it’s dance, spin or a walk/jog on the treadmill. (I love my new Nordic Track Treadmill!)
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A huge shout out to @dickssportinggoods for helping make prioritizing my #wellbeing while working from home so much easier. I’ve linked a few of my absolute favorite DICK’S finds that you see in this video on my stories so be sure to check that out! 
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