Reform’s 2021 Gift Guide: Simple Giving to Support Whole Person Health

After the challenges of this year, it’s safe to say we’re all ready for some Christmas cheer! 2021 has left us weary and depleted, searching for better health and more joy. What can we do to bring back the wonder of the season?

Fear not -- we bring you tidings of great joy at this most wonderful time of the year! Science tells us that giving makes us both happier and healthier, so we’ve curated a Gift Guide this year with unique gifts that intentionally support the health of the whole person — a perfect way to increase the wellbeing and joy of both the giver and receiver. Each gift is categorized by our nine wellness pillars to nurture body, mind, and soul. These are the tools and products we use from brands and companies we love! 

Our Guide covers something for every budget, ranging from fun to faith-filled and everything in between- hand-crafted jewelry, soul-filling books, and digital courses, inspiring blogs and tools for stress management, and much more. Even the simple gift of time, prayer, and service can profoundly impact the lives of others, and we’ve included plenty of ideas to help you think outside the (gift) box. You’ll find a gem for everyone on your list (and maybe something for you, too!).

NUTRITION

Gifts for Body

A healthy cookbook: Going gluten-free is no longer just a health fad -- it’s freedom from inflammation and dis-ease! We love Danielle Walker’s Against All Grain, Whole30, and Minimalist Baker. 

These beautiful cookbooks from Danielle Walker’s Against All Grain will delight both your taste buds and your eyes. Enjoy timeless classic recipes with a grain-free twist, or try new ones!   

Almond Cow: Make your own milk without the cow! Plant-based ingredients, like almonds, oats, and cashews, are delivered to your door, along with Almond Cow’s glass jug Milk Maker. Put them together and enjoy fresh milk at the touch of a button just in time for St. Nick’s visit! Use code “REFORM15” for your exclusive discount. 

Meal Planning: If you’re on the go, Model Meals are nourishing and ready to devour in just minutes. Use the code “JACKIEMEALS35” at checkout.

Gifts for Soul

Women, Food and God: Discover why the way you eat is inseparable from your core beliefs about God in this extraordinary and humorous book. Learn how to cultivate freedom from food for a life of freedom with Him.

Cooking with the Saints: Excite your senses and awaken in your heart a greater love for the saints! This unique cookbook is nourishment for the body, mind, and spirit.

The Catholic Table: Finding Joy Where Food and Faith Meet: Uncover how the supernatural gift of God’s grace can transform and heal us through the food we make, eat, and share.

SLEEP

Gifts for Body 

Puori M3: Magnesium is essential for more than 300 enzymatic processes in the body. Among its many benefits, it helps calm the nervous system, relaxes muscles, and promotes restful sleep. Use code “REFORMER10” at checkout.

Blue light blocking glasses: Specially crafted lenses protect your peepers by filtering out the harmful blue light emitted from all your favorite digital technology. Blue light is a proven cause of eye strain and insomnia, so be sure to wear these glasses while you work or scroll, especially before bed!

SomniFix: Are you a mouth-breather, or do you know (or sleep next to) someone who is? SomniFix Strips help the mouth remain closed during sleep, which promotes nose breathing, reduces open-mouth snoring, and improves sleep apnea. Adequate sleep brings better health.

Gifts for Soul

The Power of Rest: Why Sleep Alone Is Not Enough: Sometimes we make rest negotiable, and other times we forget how to do it. This book reinforces what we all know deep down to be true: rest is essential to our wellbeing. Including plans to help readers with sleep disruptions, fatigue, lack of zest, and more, this is a great gift for all the go-getters in your life.

Headspace: Trouble sleeping? Create conditions that foster a more restful night with guided mindfulness meditations from Headspace. Their sleep-enhancing sounds and bedtime exercises provide practical tools to help you get your z’s.

Adoration at Ephesus: Sacred music both quiets the soul and lifts the heart to God. With angelic voices, the Benedictine Sisters of Mary Queen of Apostles chant sublime and timeless hymns that are certain to help you sleep in heavenly peace.

STRESS MANAGEMENT

Gifts for Body 

The Art of Stillness: Adventures in Going Nowhere: Seeking to ditch the noise and unplug in the new year? This quick read explores why, despite all our advances in technology and convenience, so many of us long to unplug and retreat into stillness. Unearth the truth of how powerful it is to be still in your own home, and reframe your extra time at home this year as a gift.

Work block timer: For the loved one who wants to increase productivity and manage distractions, this timer is both practical and pretty, dividing the workday into highly focused chunks separated by short breaks — fun and effective!

Redmond Sea Salt: Loaded with minerals and electrolytes, sea salt is especially helpful in replenishing our bodies during this stressful time. It can help to boost energy, regulate sleep, prevent muscle cramps, and more — time to salt your body, mind, and soul. Use the discount code “REFORM15”.

Gifts for Soul

Catholic Mindfulness: The CatholicPsych Institute offers psychology rooted in faith and in the truth of the human person. Their online courses range from How To Be Married to The Mindful Catholic Classroom. Receive your discount using code “REFORM20” when you sign up to grow in your relationships with others—both near and far—and the Lord!

Searching for and Maintaining Peace: This past year has left many of us wondering what we can do to overcome our fears and learn to place all our confidence in God. The answers are uncovered in this timeless spiritual treasure that belongs under every tree!

Reform Your Stress: Are your loved ones (or you?) feeling extra burdened by all the stress and anxiety this past year? Join us in our free webinar on Stress Management with Fr. Plona on December 8th at 5:30pm EST. Learn how to identify stress in the body, prioritize and manage what's truly important, and implement our best practices for thriving during the holidays. Not able to make it live? Do not stress -- it's the gift that keeps on giving! The webinar will be recorded with unlimited playback to watch and rewatch during life's seasons of stress.

COMMUNITY

Gifts for Body

Braving the Wilderness: In an age of increased polarization, Brene Brown redefines what it means to belong to ourselves and each other. In this inspiring read, learn what it means to cultivate true belonging in our relationships, workplaces, communities, and culture.

Tribe: On Homecoming and Belonging: Community. Support. Belonging. If you’re not convinced yet, this read will confirm that having a tribe is one of the most important aspects of our well-being. God created us for community, and we’re stronger and holier when we come together.

Snail Mail: In today’s world of text messages, voicemails, and Voxer, handwritten notes are scarce -- but we want to help you reclaim this lost art of thoughtfulness and friendship. We love the simple watercolor designs by Saint Script, a Catholic shop that offers prayer cards, note cards, and prints inspired by the wisdom of the Saints.

Gifts for Soul

Awaken Your Faith: Enter into meaningful conversation and a true connection with Awaken Your Faith’s digital app, AYF Circle. Experience a free community of other women who desire to build spiritual friendships and strengthen their faith through inspiring programs and content.

Reform Online™: We were made for life in abundance! Reform Online™️ is a twelve-week course that is designed to help you achieve wholeness and holiness by redefining health as the state of body and soul, together, with Christ at the center. This Lenten class begins on February 28 and goes through May 20, 2022. You can view the schedule. We also offer two consultation add-ons for those who want to find customized support.

Service: There’s always a way to give back to your community. Check in with your local food banks - they’re taking donations now as many are going hungry. Edit your closet - there are likely warm clothes that those without a home would appreciate. Seek the need and be his hands and feet.

FAITH

Gifts for Body

The Little Catholic Jewelry: This simple and elegant faith-based jewelry is suited for any age! Each piece reflects the beauty of God and His concrete love in our lives. Jackie (our founder) wears her Sacred Heart necklace every day! Enjoy a discount with the code “REFORM15”.

“Ask Jesus” T-Shirt: Living with Christ at the center of our lives requires us to “Ask Jesus”. Give the gift of this t-shirt to remind yourself and your loved ones to pray regularly to ask for grace, wisdom, and discernment.

Gift Certificate to Reform Wellness: Provide a loved one with the opportunity to grow in wholiness™ at their own pace with a gift certificate of your desired value. A gift certificate to Reform’s shop can be applied towards merchandise, workshops, and courses.

Gifts for Soul

33 Days to Merciful Love: In need of an at-home retreat? Want to nurture your inner child? This do-it-yourself retreat inspired by St. Thérèse of Lisieux can help cultivate a sense of childlike joy and play as well as deepen faith. We know that our world needs mercy now more than ever—and this book by Fr. Michael Gaitley concludes with a Consecration to Divine Mercy, in order to set our hearts on fire with Merciful Love. After all we've experienced this year, there's no better time to start!
Pope St. John Paul II Fine Art Print: Visual reminders of our faith are important in our day-to-day lives. Consider giving the gift of a saint portrait that can be hung in a home or office space, such as this Pope St. John Paul II print. This image of JPII’s gaze is a great reminder of the beautiful truths and mysteries of the faith.

Holy Hour: Adoration is the beautiful devotion of spending time face-to-face with the Lord in the Blessed Sacrament. A Holy Hour is a powerful time of prayer, and offering the hour for the intentions of loved ones is a truly priceless gift.

SPACE

Gifts for Body 

Dry Brush: Dry brushing is an age-old ritual of brushing dry skin with a natural brush to stimulate lymphatic drainage, improve circulation, exfoliate skin, and more. It’s a simple activity you can do before showering to boost your glow and overall well-being. Purchase the Reform Dry Brush and find instructions here.

The Sill: These giftable greens bring life, nature, and even cleaner air into the home—and they last longer than flowers. The Sill offers an extensive collection of plants, an easy-to-shop website, and customized gift notes. Brighten up homes and spirits with a plant or two (for them or you!).

National Park Pass: In modern culture, it’s not uncommon to find people starving for space. Whether we realize it or not, a lack of space in our lives obstructs us from living life to the fullest, from receiving the abundance that God has to offer. Enjoy all the space of God’s wondrous world with a pass to more than 2,000 federal recreation sites.

Gifts for Soul

The Power of Silence: In a time when our culture is so full of chaos and noise and disconnected from God and each other, Cardinal Robert Sarah offers an antidote: the power of silence. As he tells us, “Silence is more important than any other work.” Seek holiness and a deeper relationship with God and neighbor through this revolutionary work.

Fasting: In a world where we seek immediate gratification, it feels impossible to stay hungry for anything, especially God. Reform Founder Jackie met with the CFR’s to discuss the spiritual and physical power of fasting. If you’re feeling like you need more energy, better sleep, less inflammation, clearing of mental fog, or have big prayer intentions watch this video series on how to fast and the spiritual benefits of fasting.

Catholic Decor from Be a Heart: Be a Heart carries beautiful art and lifestyle products, all personally designed by founder Erica Tighe Campbell. With a focus on Catholic symbolism, Erica expresses her compassion and commitment to hope and light through all her work. Her pieces include stylish apparel, accessories, party goods, art prints, and more — and make perfect gifts for all ages. Use the discount code “REFORM10” at checkout.

PERSONAL GROWTH

Gifts for Body 

The Power of Habit: This book digs into the science behind why habits exist and how they can be changed. Whatever your goal is, understanding how habits work and using them to your advantage is how you can transform your life. 

Monk Manual: This daily system for tracking your habits is inspired by monks to help you build an intentional daily life with Christ at the center. Lasting change requires time and patience and this manual system helps you see how your daily practices lead to transformation. Use discount code “REFORM20”.

Selfcare Society: While the busyness of this season may threaten to overtax us on all levels, we can (and must!) prioritize self-care even as we are making merry: Enter Self-Care Society, a membership site co-founded by Reform client Danika Brysha. SCS offers a variety of online classes, community, and tools to nourish ourselves, so we can then love our neighbor.

Gifts for Soul

Wholiness™ Journal & Daily Formation Notepad Bundle: This new bundle includes our journal and notepad to help you build an intentional daily life with Christ at the center. Lasting change requires time and patience and this bundle helps you see how your daily reflections and prayers lead to transformation.

The Mystery of the Soul: The books Wild at Heart and Captivating look into the glorious design of men and women and cast a vision for how God created each of us. This book pairing is perfect for those looking to live fully alive and understand the journey to their own heart (...and the heart of the other!)

Endow Study for Women: If you’re looking to grow in community, Endow’s studies provide touchpoints to study scripture, saints, and more. By educating women toward a deeper understanding of their dignity through small groups, lasting faith and friendship are born. Find a study and start your group in the new year!

FUNCTIONAL MOVEMENT

Gifts for Body 

ROMWOD: A great tool for all ages and fitness levels, this website provides daily videos to increase range of motion, optimize athletic performance, and promote recovery, healing, and longevity. All you have to do is push play from anywhere at any time and follow along. Enjoy their seven-day free trial to see if it's the right fit for you or a loved one.

Move Your DNA: Restore Your Health Through Natural Movement: The foremost book in the Movement movement, Move Your DNA, will teach you how to restore your health through movement — complete with corrective exercises, habit modifications, and simple lifestyle changes.

Puori’s P3: This power-packed supplement contains three essential micronutrients, conveniently packaged in daily doses, easy to bring with you on the go. Use these for optimal post-movement recovery. Get 10% off with Reform’s discount code, “REFORMER10”.

Gifts for Soul

SoulCore: SoulCore nourishes body and soul through prayer and core-strengthening, functional exercises. The SoulCore Rosary workout integrates stretching, core, and functional movements with the prayers of the rosary. Uniting body, mind, and soul in prayer make our prayer more powerful! Use code “REFORM10” in their shop!

Chotki: Breathing is a key influencer of both health and movement. A prayerful way to focus on deep breathwork is the spiritual practice of the chotki, or beaded prayer rope. While counting the beads, recite the ancient Jesus Prayer — a kind of “breath prayer,” with “Lord Jesus Christ, Son of the Living God” prayed on inhalation and “have mercy on me, a sinner” prayed on exhalation. 

Hallow App: Desiring more time to pray and meditate, but struggling to let go of your phone? Enter: Hallow. This Catholic meditation app offers numerous audio prayers (both free and subscription-based), ranging from meditations on scripture to a daily examen. Hallow enables you to pray on the go or be led in the stillness of your home.The holidays are a time to put screens aside and be present...except, in this case, you have our full permission.

PLAY

Gifts for Body

Presence: Your presence is requested! Play is purposeless, free, and fun. The best gift you can give this season is the gift of your full presence.  

Book of the Month Club: Flashback to childhood with this modern Book of the Month Club, where books have never gone out of style. Reading improves brain power, lowers blood pressure, and reduces stress. With three plans to choose from, Book of the Month Club delivers a fabulous monthly read right to your doorstep.

Dry Farm Wines: Red, red wine...doesn’t have to go to your head. Dry Farm Wines is a health-focused wine club. The wines are natural, sustainable, and sugar-free, supporting many different health protocols. Raise a glass to health with a free bottle of wine on us with your first order. Cheers!

Gifts for Soul

Nine Reasons to Play Your Way to Health and Holiness: 'Tis the season to let loose and play. Play is essential to our well-being year-round; it's benefits are endless. Play actively helps us reduce stress; it strengthens our relationships, reconnects us with ourselves (we're human beings, after all, not human doings), frees our creativity, and most importantly, allows us to delight in God, as He delights in us. Share this blog and give the invitation to play more!

Leisure: The Basis of Culture: Josef Pieper's classic is more crucial today than when it was first released over fifty years ago. He explains that leisure allows time for the contemplation of the nature of God. Pieper warns us: unless we regain non-activity, we will destroy our culture — and ourselves. A must-read in today's hectic, over scheduled, chaotic culture.

This season, let’s give them gifts that will empower your loved ones to grow in wholeness and holiness and become the best versions of themselves, body, mind, and soul. After all, life’s simple and most meaningful gifts — laughter, traditions, presence, prayer, and memories you make with those you love — are free for the giving.