Living Gratefully & Buying Ethically
your holy shift holiday guide
Thanksgiving might be behind us, but we have not been relieved of our responsibility to live with an attitude of gratitude (something that can be especially difficult during the holiday season). And as we are approaching Christmas and searching for the perfect gifts for the people we love, I want to encourage us all to shop locally & ethically as much as possible. Doing so helps support our local communities as well as many underprivileged ones!
Living and buying better is something many of us would like to be more intentional about but can feel overwhelming at times. To help guide us in this endeavor, I’ve invited my friend, Lauren Alexander, to join me in a Holy Shift conversation. Lauren is an event speaker, a pastor’s wife, a mom to many, and the leader of All The Things ministry, where she shares timeless truths to form 21st century disciples. Lauren is also very passionate about living with gratitude and shopping with integrity.
In this video, Lauren shares her tips on living gratefully amidst all the noise and consumerism of the holiday season and leveraging our purchasing power to help support people, causes, and communities.
Make sure and check out the show notes below for the links to everything we mention in the video, as well as to view our local favorites and enjoy some special discounts!
SHOW NOTES & LINKS
A great reminder that however divided the world may feel, some things can still unite us. Like Adele’s music. And the actual gospel of Jesus.
(NOTE: This one’s for the grownups, y’all.)
A shattering documentary that shows us why buying better matters.
Dawn shows families how to focus on what we’re most passionate about, be better parents, friends and family members…and to enjoy this one life we’ve been given.
Lauren walks you through how to provide caring community during Christmas for those who are grieving and hurting.
HOLY SHIFT HOLIDAY FAVORITES
Challenging the culture of the fashion industry by creating transformative opportunities for women.
A transitional work experience for women coming from trafficking, homelessness, time in prison, overcoming addiction or other vulnerable situations.
We design and sell an inspired collection of
jewelry and accessories made by Artisans across the globe.
Rescue a Girl. Empower A Family. Redeem A Generation. Mercy House exists to engage, empower and disciple women around the globe in Jesus’ name.
LAUREN’S LOCAL FAVORITES
Clothing boutique offering trendy, affordable styles for women sizes small through 3XL.
CHRISTINE’S HILL COUNTRY FAVORITES
Ashley Casebier offers meal prep service, freezer meals, boutique catering, and cooking classes so you can prioritize gathering around the table to share meals with others face-to-face.
A darling boutique offering women’s clothing and hand-picked treasures that have charm, character, and—of course—an old soul. Located in downtown Dripping Springs, TX.
My go-to for tree-to-table oils and responsibly sourced gifts. They are family-owned and operated and believe in giving back to the local community.
SAVEABLE & SHAREABLE TIPS
THANK YOU!
I hope you found this conversation helpful and encouraging. Remember, if you feel overwhelmed by the thought of changing the way you purchase, just making a small incremental change can help impact someone else’s life. 💛
We would love to hear from you! How are you working to SHIFT the way you live & buy? What are your recommendations for favorite shops and vendors?
