As I tried to do less and have less, I faced a crossroads of what I needed and what I didn’t need. Sorting out needs and wants can be tricky, as can sorting out the opinions others have of you and the opinions you have of yourself. It’s a murky area for people who have spent their whole lives being people pleasers. Where do I begin, and who am I in the end?
Herein lies the connection between our perceived value and how we consume. And that’s one of the reasons why my relationship with money has never been good.
This concept became even more clear to me when I started using a digital app to take inventory of my closet. where. I’ll write about this in another post because it’s so helpful. The process itself made me. sickness-We will also discuss this in the next post. my thing It’s an accumulation of my persona. All pieces of a whole, but not the whole. I ended up carrying all that weight.
I took a curious look at my spending habits.no shame—And I can see both sides of the coin. You see a product you don’t want to live without. And if you look at what I use every dayIt becomes clearer where to go. When you focus on what you really like, it becomes much easier to let go of what you don’t like.
If you had to pick it up and move it right now, or downsize significantly, what would you take? What do you miss when you’re away from home? This is a great question to help you narrow down where your needs and wants match on the Venn diagram and figure out which products are worth your spending. Mine is here at this moment.
I’m sharing the best products in my daily routine and why they’ve become such an important part of my life.
22 products I love and use every day
home products
$850
This espresso machine It’s the first thing I touch in the morning. I use it several times a day and it has held up well over the past 4 years. To my shame, I couldn’t live without it. Learn more about this espresso machine in my product review blog post. This product was gifted to me as part of a partnership.
this mug Handcrafted in Ginny’s Minneapolis studio. Just grabbing your favorite mug makes your morning coffee ritual so much better. full stop.
$699 $599
stove display This is how I track my kids’ stuff, how my kids track their stuff, and how Joe tracks our stuff. What I love about this display is that it’s physically hanging in my office. My family can keep track of calendars, routines, and to-do lists without having to contact me for instructions or lists. Hearth even has a handy AI “assistant” that can text you items you need to add to your calendar. Text your kids’ sports schedules, lunches, field trips, events, and more, and voila, they show up on your calendar. It is the best device I have added to our family’s life. This product was gifted to me as part of a partnership.
$278
I can throw it These silk pajamas Washing it makes your skin feel better. And I really like those guys. The cut is 10/10.
beauty products
$182
I have tried many vitamin C products over the years. this It’s a goat. It’s worth every penny you save by not buying another product that does what this product does.
$56
My skin looks so good when I wear it all the time. this sunscreen. It can even replace your moisturizer, extending the life of your wonderful nighttime moisturizer. I received a product as a gift from the brand.
$20 for a pack of 10
i purchased This sheet mask Seven times in the past three years. They provide instant moisture to my skin. The price is reasonable, so I don’t have to worry about using it often.
$220 $198 + add 40% discount to cart
this product It has saved my face from looking tired and lifeless time and time again. I use it for preventive purposes, but I know you want to look fresh even when you’re not feeling well at all. This little product instantly makes my skin look brighter and visibly lifted. 10/10 wouldn’t want to live without it. Read the full product review here.
$455
I bought my first red light device early last year.solar wave—And after seeing really good results with consistent use, I decided to invest in a product that would make it easier to use consistently. I am Dr. Dennis Gross LED Mask Much more regularly than Solarave, this is another way to think about why it’s worth investing in. Read our full review of the product here.
$30
Around my mid-40s, hand and neck cream came into the chat. I’m still looking for the best neck cream (after seeing if using it separately from my face helps). But I found a brand I really liked at the hand cream store. evolve together. When I have a cream that makes my hands feel luxurious, especially with its scent and texture, I’m tempted to apply it over and over again in the car, at my desk, and before going to bed. This is my favorite scent.
$20
No Mascara Can Compare this For my thin and straight eyelashes, once I open them and use them for several months, they do not clump and do not lose their charm.
$9
This is my favorite lipstick Because of the price, color, and how long it lasts on the lips. It blends well with all my other shades and defines the shape of my lips nicely. A working horse!
$46
This CC cream It’s magic in a tube. It instantly makes me look more alive. It goes on like lotion but magically creates a filter-like finish that doesn’t cake like most foundations.
$107+
I’ve tried a few of Le Labo’s Bergamot, Jasmine, and Rose 31 scents, but nothing compares. Santal 33.
wellness products
$6
This is simple strap I use it daily to maintain stretching. I keep it next to my bed and use it often while watching TV to keep my hamstrings and lower back loose and flexible.
$33
I believe movement is the most important factor in my overall physical and mental health. my foam roller It has saved me from countless tense shoulders, tight hips, and crampy hamstrings. There are many free tutorials on YouTube showing how to use a foam roller. I always get a better experience when I follow an instructor than when I roll on my own.
$249 $211
And speaking of my favorite activity: tennis! There are very few things I want to do. i love mine wilson shift racket. Provides lots of topspin and control!
$180
Long walks are another way to prioritize repeatable, low-impact exercise. I try to go for a walk after a meal or when I feel tired. On days when I want to get my heart rate up, I like to run short distances. Both are my favorite shoes Asics Nimbus Marai.
$28
i am drunk Omega-3 DHA Supplement For muscle recovery, endurance and joint health. Always consult a trusted healthcare professional for supplement recommendations tailored to you.
work product
$15
I have a terrible working memory and only recently have I realized that just writing things down is a gift to my future self. So I use my planner For dates, notes, etc. Most weeks it’s a mess, but at least you have one physical place to put things you can refer to later. Since I designed this, this is exactly how I plan my week.
$16
I write every day, and a few times a week I write in my journal with pen and paper. I love the size and simplicity of this laptop. It looks great on your desk and is resistant to wear and tear. Find Spiral bound journal here and Layflat Journal is here.
$550 $530
i use these headphones After working all day, I also love lying on the floor and listening to music.
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Kate is the founder of Wit & Delight. She is currently learning tennis and will learn to play tennis for the rest of her life. Test the boundaries of her creative abilities. Follow her on Instagram. @witanddelight_.
