In this blog post, you can learn how to work with what produce, herbs, and fragrances July offers and, most importantly, how to incorporate them into your self-care practice. 

July's Themes, Self-Care Suggestions & Journal Prompts:

July is all about independence & warm, why? the sun is out, people are out and about, and that is pure reminder that there is a new opportunity waiting for us to take care of ourselves.


Self-Care Suggestion:

1. Express your independence with a solo walk and add your favorite sunglasses for a hot new vibe.

2.  Create a pizza from scratch night with friends and family. Not all pizzas are created the same, spice it up!

3. Plan the day trip of dreams! Think botanical gardens or neighboring town, be out and about and soak the sun!

Journal Prompts for July: 

• Independence: What are some things you have given permission to yourself to freely and independently express? Values, Habits, Boundaries, whatever comes up first.

•  Travel: The destination will always reflect how we are doing in the inside. If you could plan your dream come true vacation, what would you be most excited to see, experience, and most importantly; feel? The more details the better.

• Warmth: To feel warmth physically is one way to feel warmth. How is it to experience warmth within? how we treat ourselves with warmth? List 5 self-compassion sentences to yourself for a future reminder.  Start with title..."When things get tough or stressful, it is NOT you and this is your reminder."

if you're looking for the perfect July candle our Stop Start candle is the perfect pair! 

In-season produce to fuel your energy for July: 

In July, there are various fresh produce options to choose from. Some of the popular fruits and vegetables that are in season during this time of the year include: 

• Apricots
• Blackberries
• Blueberries
• Cantaloupe
• Cherries
• Currants
• Figs
• Grapes
• Honeydew
• Mango
• Nectarines
• Peaches
• Pineapple
• Plums
• Raspberries
• Strawberries
• Watermelon
• Artichokes
• Arugula
• Bell peppers
• Cabbage
• Chard
• Collard greens
• Corn
• Cucumbers
• Eggplant
• Fennel
• Garlic
• Green beans
• Hot peppers
• Kale
• Leeks
• Lettuce
• Potatoes
• Okra
• Radishes
• Shallots
• Spinach
• Spring onion
• Summer squash
• Swiss chard
• Tomatoes
• Tomatillos
• Zucchini

Herbs and Fragrances & Usage for Self-Care 

Each of these herbs and fragrances can be easily incorporated into your daily routines, whether through culinary uses, infusions, or topical applications. They provide health benefits and enhance your self-care practices.
For July, some of the popular herbs and fragrances in season include: 

July Fragrance Notes: 

• Lime - Refreshes the mind, improves alertness, and has a zesty, clean scent.

• Gardenia - Reduces anxiety, promotes peace, and has a sweet, sultry fragrance.

• Jasmine - Aids in relaxation, improves mood, and enhances romantic feelings.

 
July Herbs: 

• Basil, chervil, cilantro, dill, green onions, lavender, oregano, parsley, mint, sorrel, rosemary, thyme

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