The Curated Life Podcast

On today’s episode, Taylor and Rachel share their suggestions for what to gift your loved ones this holiday season - more experiences, less “stuff”.Links for everything mentioned can be found here:For Wife/Female PartnerMassageFacial (Get a facial with Taylor)AcupunctureMani/pediSalt Haven (local to Salem, OR)Flower Bouquet Subscription (Local to Salem, OR)For Husband/Male partnerRunning power meterSoak (local to Salem, OR)Massage Devices Theragun Theracane ChirpCoffee beans (Casa Brasil)Coffee Maker (Chemex)GeneralHouse Cleaner (search for your local area)Easy Home GoodsCandle (Wild Mountain Wax Co.)Art Prints (Print Shop — Rachel Wood)Kids Zoo/Aquarium/Park MembershipsCamping TripBook Store Gift Cards (please support your local bookstore!)Clothing for the next season (esp for kids under 5)Garmin watch for kidsCharitiesCenter for Hope and SafetyFamily PromiseYMCA Courtneys PlaceOcean ConservancyDavid Sheldrick Wildlife Trust

Join Rachel and Taylor as they dissect food labels (the front and back labels!) and talk about how to tackle your own grocery shopping and meal prep. Link to the Monterey Bay Aquarium Seafood Watch Guide can be found here: https://www.seafoodwatch.org/recommendations/download-consumer-guides

Join Rachel and Taylor as they dive into a two part series on the nutrition basics from the perspective of creating whole body wellness. Nutrition is a huge part of our daily lives and our wellness journeys MUST address how we feed ourselves and our families. Whether you’re new to talking about nutrition or you’ve been trying to eat healthier for years, this episode is for you! Looking for “Food As Medicine Everyday”? Find it here: https://bookshop.org/p/books/food-as-medicine-everyday-reclaim-your-health-with-whole-foods-nd-julie-briley/15681920?ean=9781945785085

Join Taylor in this weeks solo episode as she shares the deets on what estheticians do, the education they receive before ever opening up their own practice and her hot takes on skin care, brands and the industry as a whole.

Journaling: it’s not just for tween girls. Join Rachel and Taylor as they discuss their experiences, both good and bad, with journaling over the years and how they use it now to support their mental well being and lessen their stress load as moms, partners and business owners. Books mentioned in this episode - Let It Out: A Journey Through Journaling by Katie Daleabout https://a.co/d/2haJvKT

In today’s episode, Rachel and Taylor talk about all things energy (aka vibes), mindset management and learning how we can improve both by deepening our awareness of ourselves, mind, body and spirit.

In this solo episode, Rachel talks all about curating your own art collection with anything from two dimensional work, to earrings, to ceramics, to stickers and more. You don’t need to have an in depth knowledge of art to have a curated collection. Take a listen as Rachel takes you step by step on how to get started in finding art that speaks to you and helps you create your own unique space. Artists mentioned in this episode: @nordquist - https://www.instagram.com/nordquist/ @sandboxceramics - https://www.instagram.com/sandboxceramics/ @marycarrollceramics - https://www.instagram.com/marycarrollceramics/ @proudsalemander - https://www.instagram.com/proudsalemander/ @fauningoverflora - https://www.instagram.com/fauningoverflora/

On today’s episode Rachel and Taylor break down all the various forms of movement, how they benefit our bodies and what our mindsets are like when we try new forms of exercise. Not every person likes HIIT, or running or yoga. It can be difficult to even make a decision because of the seemingly endless options. But after listening to this episode, you’ll have a better idea on what direction may be best for you! Here’s the link for Rachel’s exercise spreadsheet: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/11zO9fOHe6keL3AOzBoXGCb3ynW3ZGLGcxoKNlrwgePo/edit

In todays episode, Rachel guides us through a discussion on creativity and imagination and why it’s important to foster our creativity in our everyday lives. You don’t have to be an “artist” to be creative! Our imagination is what helps us to enjoy our work, our day to day tasks and our relationships. A book we recommend to tap into your creative side: The Artists Way by Julia Cameron https://www.powells.com/book/artists-way-a-spiritual-path-to-higher-creativity-9780874776942

In today’s episode, Taylor tells us all about her salt float therapy experience and why some forms of healing require a bit more effort, trust and are more beneficial with a few tools in your back pocket. The ladies discuss meditation, breath work, reiki and more!

Join Taylor and Rachel as they dish all their best tips and tricks for beating the winter weather - skincare, nutrition, fitness and how to stay motivated through the gloomy months.

Welcome to the Curated Life Podcast, hosted by Rachel Wood and Taylor Miller where the girls discuss all things health, wellness and beauty. In this first episode, you’ll learn a little about Rachel and Taylor, then they’ll dive into how they really feel about New Year’s Resolutions

On today’s episode, Rachel and Taylor talk about all things oils! Taylor breaks down the topical oil conversation as it relates to skin care. What types of oils should we be looking for that won’t clog our pores but offer true benefits? And Rachel dives into the oils that are in our food; which oils we should be choosing for cooking at home, and what oils to avoid when purchasing food products in the store. Grab your pen and paper because you’ll want to take notes!Don’t forget to subscribe to the podcast and please leave a review and share the episode if you enjoyed it!

Join Rachel and Taylor in the first episode of season 2 as they discuss their own personal journeys with the practice of Breathwork. They’ll talk about why it’s beneficial (yes even for your skin!) and how it can help you navigate life even in the most stressful seasons. Don’t miss out and if you haven’t already, subscribe to the pod so you don’t miss an episode.