Learning to love yourself is the greatest gift of all. This mantra is what Kimberly Merriweather lives by. Kimberly started her business, Giggles in a Basket (based in El Paso, Texas), to inspire people to practice giving out more “just because” gifts. These gift baskets have everything that you can dream of: tea and wine, candles, journals, bath goodies, and so much more. There is a lot of joy that comes from receiving and giving presents, and that joy deserves to be experienced daily! In addition to practicing the sweet habit of gift-giving, Kimbery also cherishes making time to be still throughout our busy lives. Life often has you up and moving, but there is power in knowing when to rest and recharge. We admire your creative ways to uplift spirits, Kimberly. Keep sending out smiles in style. We’re elated to introduce you to Kimberly, Queen of Gifts!

What inspired you to start your business? What motivates you to keep going?: I think what really inspired me to start my business was my love to advocate for people. When I started my business, I was in school to become a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I wanted to find other ways to help people cope, be more affirming and invest more into their own happiness. I figured I could do this through gifting, which would allow people to have their moment of feeling valued and appreciated. I think we can all attest for having rough days. Receiving a simple gift can always change someone’s mood, especially in times like this. 

A simple “I thought of you” in a form of gift can uplift anyone’s day.

What motivates me to keep going? Creativity. I think of myself as a creative. I’m always looking for new ways to design a gift. New ways on how to deliver a gift. One day I would love to see my gift boxes in hotels, health summits and therapeutic settings. Just being that go to for small business who want to gift by the means of a gift box. If I could have it my way, I’d be in tea shops even! I am a full blown tea lover!

How do you create the life you want?: I meet with my business mentor once a week, for a minimum of one hour and we plan. 

Our motto right now is “What can we do now” until we get to the big picture? I am given homework and my schedule is set for the next two to three weeks.

To create the life I want I try to surround myself with those working towards similar goals and who constantly brainstorm. It’s great to have a team to brainstorm with. It keeps the mind active and focused. Whenever I feel like I’m going down a rabbit hole, I step outside to appreciate having mountains in my backyard. I reclaim my purpose and keep going.

What makes you HUMAN?: 

[Human] What makes me HUMAN my raw emotions. The emotions that I feel from failure, doubt, fear and success. The mistakes that I make along the way in this life we call entrepreneurship. I view each as a teaching moment or an opportunity to grow.

What's three things you want us to know about self-love/wellness?: 

[Self lOve] Self love can only be defined by you

Self Love

- begins and ends with you

- can only be defined by you

- will set you up for success because once you tap into your self love you will no longer settle for less and your wellness improves! That’s a plus!

What's something we can incorporate today to LIVE LIFE WELL?:: Be Still and appreciate silence for at least 30 minutes a day. It’s challenging for me because I have a newborn, but as soon as nap time comes around I make sure to tune into the silence and appreciate the stillness. That’s when I’m most creative. Oh YOGA as well! HOT YOGA to be exact.

Email Address: hello@gigglesinabasket.com

Website: http://Gigglesinabasket.com

Social media handles?: @giftsbygigglesinabasket