New Years Resolutions: How to Stick to Them. And 10 Last Minute (But Thoughtful) Gift Ideas

We all know the saying, “New Year, New Me.” But it’s one thing to say and another to do. How’s the best way to go about making sure you reach those goals in 2018? Set a plan — AND stick to it!

Below are a few ideas to help get you started on the right path. And for those last minute gift shoppers, we’ve got you covered as well!

Get More Organized

Tip: Use up wall space in your closet – An efficient way to add more space to your closet!

The Chronicles of Home – House Beautiful

Heighten Productivity With Color

Adding bright & exciting color will stimulate your mind, making your work day more efficient.

Andreas Larsson – Elle Decor

Manage Your Time and Reduce Stress

Keep a visual planner/calendar:
- Bullet Journal (“the analog system for the digital age”): this tech-savvy “organization system” is customizable to each individual – “It can be your to-do list, sketchbook, notebook, and diary, but most likely, it will be all of the above. It will teach you to do more with less.”

Reposted by @bulletjournal from @mabujork

From Action Method:

The Action Method is introducing super minimal books for the designer, entrepreneur, creative, etc. Called the Action Method Reduced, this is the most minimal notebook in the line yet. Taking a page from the ideology of Dieter Rams — “Good design is as little design as possible” — the new series is reduced to its core, now without any color or branding. The neutral fields leave room for expression.

These books are already used by companies and creatives as varied as Behance, Tina Roth aka swissmiss, Cards Against Humanity team, Snarkitecture, Cartoon Network, and the Guggenheim Museum. And while we can’t get too specific, we can say the five biggest tech companies in the US use them internally too.

The Action Book helps users get the most out of meetings and everyday brainstorm sessions by using four distinct zones on each page to help users capture and organize ideas and notes during classes, meetings and everyday brainstorm sessions. $16

Download an alarm clock that tracks your sleep cycle: https://www.sleepcycle.com/

The app, Sleep Cycle alarm clock, lets your phone analyze your sleep and wakes you up in the lightest sleep phase – having you feel well rested and ready to start the day. Sources such as The Guardian, WSJ, and The New York Times all recommend this app, and we think this is the perfect way to start off the new year on the right foot — to accomplish your goals, you must start at being well rested!

Make Time for Mental Health:

“Fitbit motivates you to reach your health and fitness goals by tracking your activity, exercise, sleep, weight and more.”

Forgot someone on your Christmas list? Here are a few last minute (but thoughtful) gift ideas:

Jo Malone Candle

JoMalone.com

Jo Malone luxury candles make the perfect gift – Looking beautiful in any room, and also having a beautiful luxury scent.

Photo from Nordstrom.com

Lime Basil and Mandarine Luxury Candle – $470

See more Jo Malone candles here.

Civilized Coffee

A bag of the proprietary “Cold Brew Blend” from Civilized Coffee is the perfect gift to have underneath the tree or shipped to family, friends, co-workers or anyone who loves coffee!

Photo from CivilizedCoffee.com

“Cold Brew Blend”: $10.99

The Go-Comb

The Go-Comb is a stylish credit card sized comb that easily fits in your wallet, purse or clutch and is great for on-the-go. It’s sleek design and slim profile makes it both functional and stylish. Made from precision-crafted stainless steel and coated with a smooth finish, the Otomi Mirror Go-Comb does double beauty duty as a comb plus mirror. Go-Comb teamed up with designer Clarice Gifford for this playful design, inspired by the traditional embroidery from the Otomi people of Mexico. This Go-Comb also has the option to be personalized to add a name or nickname and makes a great gift.

Kitchen Spice Holder

Vamp up your kitchen with this chic metal spice holder by Pottery Barn – The perfect gift for friends and family who have a love for cooking! It will make lives easier, in style.

Jewelry from Natalie Wood Designs

Classic Teardrop Earrings in “Petrified Wood”

Classic Teardrop Cuff Bracelet in

Rainbow Moonstone – $128

Reduce Pain

For aches and pains, especially fitness buffs Theragold is an all natural pain relief cream with the key ingredient being Manuka Honey available from Amazon for $14.99.

Mythologie Facial Products:

Anti-Aging Facial Oil – $39

Mythologie is a new homeopathic cruelty free skincare line. It was created by a woman who was fed up with being medicated, and looked to herbs and nature to cure her ailments. She originally created the line for her own use, but decided just earlier this year to share with the world!

Kikkerland:

pocket pruner multi tool, $22.50

Go-Bot Power Banks – $18.00, red, green

Pup Love:

Share the love with your furry friends (and their owners) this season! Kibble Pet is the Innovative Salon-Quality, Natural Canine hair care products are available at a reasonable price point.

SRP: Brush-in Shine Waterless Shampoo $22 (available in Aloe Vera & Honey, Warm Vanilla & Amber) Silky Coat Grooming Shampoo $22 (available in Aloe Vera & Honey, Warm Vanilla & Amber) Silky Coat Grooming Conditioner $24 (available in Aloe Vera & Honey, Warm Vanilla & Amber) Silky Coat Light Leave-in Spray $30 (available in Aloe Vera & Honey, Warm Vanilla & Amber) Silky Coat Miracle Dematter Leave-in Spray $32 (available in Aloe Vera & Honey, Warm Vanilla & Amber)

Thank you all for another wonderful year! As always, it is our pleasure to help make life a little bit easier (and beautiful). We look forward to continue providing the best there is out there for all of you to enjoy!

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