Cathy’s Blog
Healthy Gift Guide 2022-23
Gifts for Everyone
We always get to this point in time, and I wonder why I didn’t start my shopping earlier. Gifts can be an expression and a connection point to the essential people in our lives. Husbands, children, grandchildren, parents, siblings, in-laws, friends, coworkers, and people who provide valuable services to us throughout the year. If you’re struggling for ideas or want to do something a little different this year, this is your place.
Every year we try to come up with thoughtful, meaningful gifts. Gifts don’t always need to be expensive. Two of my favorite gifts this year included an adorable little alligator clip for my food packages and a little nail strengthener for my sad, thin nails. We have a lot of coaches with some really special gifts and services.
With that in mind, I’m very excited to share my list with you. I hope you find some gifts in there for the special people in your life.
Making a List
This exercise may be the secret to getting meaningful and thoughtful gifts.
Get a clean piece of paper and brainstorm. Make your list of people and then do a “client clarity” exercise. Write down where they are, what they may be struggling with, what they’re enjoying, and what might fill some needs or, in a small way, improve their quality of life.
Example:
My mom has lost a lot of her vision. She loves to read, but that is getting difficult. Audiobooks were an easy “think.” It allows her to listen to the latest fiction and non-fiction without struggling to read. It sends the narration directly through her hearing aids.
Mother-in-law
She likes her privacy; she’s 95, so she doesn’t want any more junk. She can’t hear and won’t buy hearing aids.
Neighbor
She spends a lot of time alone and has a special dog. She loves to bake and give gifts. She doesn’t drink alcohol.
Granddaughter 13
She just started doing things with friends. Reads all the time. Plays soccer.
You can see where this list can help to inspire gift ideas with intention. We’ll start a new trend, intentional gift giving.
From Our Community
The Health Coach Group will not receive any compensation for your gift purchases. This is a service to our community and you. We have not used and do not endorse any of the products shown.
Healthy Snack Subscription Boxes
For Busy Moms, Busy Health Nuts, and Picky Eaters.
No artificial ingredients
Nutritional benefit with healthy ingredients
No high fructose corn syrup
Natural and Organic
Non-GMO
No Trans fat
Gluten free
Dairy free
Approximately $30
Iridology
The science of Iridology is based on the analogy of one of the most complicated tissues in the body – the iris. It’s an extension of the brain and connects to every organ and tissue in the body. This includes the circulatory, gastrointestinal, glandular, skeletal, neurological, and urogenital systems. The iris is not a clean slate at birth but rather a genetic blueprint, revealing one’s predispositions. Iridology analysis will provide insight into your constitution, inherent weaknesses, inflammation, toxicity level – location, and stage. Once you understand what your iris reveals, you can narrate the rest of your story. Book your appointment today.
Approximately $95-150
Breaking Burnout Blueprint
A 12-week coaching program successful professionals use to help beat burnout and stop numbing… So they can lead more balanced, fulfilling, joyful lives at work and home.
Discover how to manage stress, improve work-life balance, and enjoy the life you want to live.
Develop a Personal Lifestyle Plan incorporating science- based strategies and coaching techniques to decrease the impact of stress on your body, mind, spirit, and emotions.
Approximately
Nurse-2-Entrepreneur
A 3-month private coaching and mentorship program that teaches nurses how to build profitable coaching & consulting businesses.
Lots of nurses want to become their own bosses. The problem… Most of them aren’t sure how to get started. Learn my simple 4-Step Formula that shows nurses how to build the foundation necessary to launch a successful, sustainable, profitable business. This is for any nurse, LPNs, ADNs, BSNs, MSNs, PhD, DNP, who wants to leverage their highly sought after nursing skills and expertise and create more balance, flexibility, and freedom at both work and home.
Vitamix
Our corporate partner.
Approximately $200 up
VitaJuwel
VitaJuwel has rediscovered this tradition of restructuring water and created glass vials that contain different blends of crystals, following tested and tried “recipes”. VitaJuwel is the only way to inspirit water naturally and revitalize it with its original quality like fresh from the spring.
Approximately $100 and up
High Energy Makeover
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Phelisia Grindrod |
£0-£97
Healthy-Rican Latin Spices
Authentic Latin flavor, minus the additives!
Our signature blends of adobo, sazón and sofrito can be used to marinate meats and add to soups and stews to enhance the color and flavor. Just pure flavor!
Whole30 Approved
No artificial colors
Non GMO
Gluten Free
No preservatives
Vegan
Low-Sodium and Salt-Free options are available!
Approximately $35
Yonanas Fruit Soft Serve Machine
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With Yonanas, turn frozen fruit into dessert in seconds! Instantly make wholesome, delicious, vegan, and dairy-free desserts with no added fats, sugars, or additives. Create your own or follow the included recipes. All removable parts are top-rack, dishwasher safe, and BPA free. Robert Abraham Nutrition |
Approximately $50
Lime Life Natural Skincare
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Lime Life by Alcone is a natural skincare and make-up company based in New York. They are on the Leaping Bunny list of non toxic products. During the holidays they offer gift packages for men and women. Health Coach Francesca Puccio |
Approximately $39 up
Enviroklenz
Our corporate partner. Give the gift of clean air.
Approximately $700
The Whole Cure
52 Essential Prescriptions to Overcome Overwhelm. Reclaim balance and reconnect with a Life You Love! A Mindfulness and Stress Management Book.
Approximately $20
Full Spectrum Health Package
This package is designed to take a complete look at your current practices and start you on the road to your best health! Expect a comprehensive assessment of your lifestyle and habits, create goals for where you want to be, and a plan of action to get there.
Product includes:
- Total healthy lifestyle assessment and consultation (60-minute video call)
- 1:1 coaching and goal setting
- A complete program designed for your goals
- Follow-up included for any adjustments needed (to be used within 15 days)
Approximately $247
Make it an Experience
“It’s now how much we give, but how much love we put into giving.”
Tickets to a Performance
One year, I gave my son and his daughter Hamilton tickets. That experience of a lifetime gave them joy on many different levels. It also opened me up to later gifts with t-shirts, Disney Channel, etc.
If you look and see what will be playing in/close to where they live, you can plan for plays, concerts, or other shows. It can support a cause at the same time if you include a community or special fundraising event.
Sporting Activities
Do you have someone on that brainstorming list who enjoys golf, hockey, baseball, volleyball, soccer, etc.? Give them prepaid tee time, ice time, or game tickets.
Travel
One of my favorite gifts is plane tickets or a rental car to come and visit me. This gives them the gift of travel and lets them know I want to spend time with them.
Local Events
Make a list of what’s happening in your town. A zoo membership, walking tours, a boat excursion, carriage rides, car shows, museum tours or membership, a sailboat ride, a day of swimming, and skiing. That’s another brainstorming list.
The Gift of Service
The gift of service gifts the giver and the receiver.
Dog Walk
Walk the dog for your neighbors who are elderly and may not be able to get out. You’ll end up with a delighted dog, and a neighbor feeling loved.
Nursing Home Pet Visit
Visit the nursing home with your pet. Or take your pet to the library to have children read to the pet. (this is something the library or nursing home usually sets up, you volunteer.)
Fix a Meal for an Elderly Person
Then, even better, sit down and visit with them.
Build a Gingerbread House or Village
Making a gingerbread house with children can be fun for you and the kids, while a stressed-out mom or dad gets a little bit of time to themselves.
“The best gift you can give is a hug; one size fits all and no one ever minds if you return it.”
Generosity is it’s Own Reward
We know that we should give without the expectation of return. That reciprocity is not and shouldn’t be part of giving. There are inherent rewards in giving. It feels good to give. Donating and contributing has been shown in scientific studies to have physical and mental health effects. Stress response, self esteem, blood pressure, depression, anxiety, and longevity are measurably improved when we help, give to, and support others. Giving actually releases the brain chemicals that make us happy.
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