The Observe and Rapport Newsletter

🎅🎄Holiday Edition🎄🎁

Today's newsletter looks a bit different. This year, I decided to pull together some of my favorite items, which also make great holiday gifts.

I'm a huge fan of finding the best products. As I'm sure you've all done, I go down the rabbit hole of Reddit, Amazon Reviews, and Google searches to find the best possible option. While I don't particularly appreciate accumulating piles of junk, I enjoy buying things that last and provide consistent value.

Everything I mention here is something I use daily or weekly, depending on the season or activity. If anything is sponsored or an affiliate, I've indicated as such with a star at the end of it, just like this sentence. *

Hoping you all have a wonderful holiday season!

My Everday Shoes

Gobi Canvas by VivoBarefoot. I've been big on the minimalist shoe craze. Walking barefoot and doing consistent exercises around foot and ankle mobility has improved my balance and reduced pain massively. While I wouldn't recommend jumping right in, these shoes are a good introduction to minimalist shoeware (similar to Vans), and can be worn in most informal settings.

For around the house, you gotta have some Nike Slides.

Birkenstocks are great too, but if you don't want to break the bank, check out this pear of Birkenstock dupes from Amazon.

My go-to T-shirts for any event

BYLT Basic Drop-Cut Long Sleeve: Lux. I don't know how I'm not sponsored by BYLT at this point. Once I find a T-shirt that fits me right, I immediately buy 5 of them in the same color. My drawer is basically just different styles of BYLT.

It's also 30% off sitewide at the moment.

️Great Gift for the Reader in Your Life

Personalized book press from Etsy. Lauren got me this as a stocking stuffer last year and I love it. Every book I read now has my personal stamp mark on the first page.

Books for every family member

The Daily Dad by Ryan Holiday. For new dads (or old ones).
The Wager by David Grann. For history buffs and adventure seekers.
Lessons in Chemistry by Bonnie Garmus. For the hopeless romantic or science-nerd.
Greenlights by Matthew McConaughey. For the pop culture addict, or self-help lover
Cook This Book by Molly Baz. For the aspiring chef
The Moth Presents All These Wonders by Catherine Burns. Literally recommend this to everyone. Incredible true stories about facing the unknown.

My Daily Hydration

Stanley Cup. I used to make fun of girls who carried around their massive jugs of water proudly. But ever since I was gifted one from a work vendor, I've been using it non-stop. I'm now a bougie ice-cold water drinker, constantly filling my Stanely with ice and filtered water throughout the day for massive hydration #gains.

I also start every morning with LMNT's electrolyte drink, filled with salt, magnesium, and potassium. It tastes delicious and contains zero sugar or any other junk. Try LMNT Risk-Free with a free sample pack (US only).*

For the Wanna-be Influencer

Extendable Tripod for iPhones. Keith and I run a low-budget operation for our podcast, and these camera mounts from Amazon Basics have been lifesavers,

The best tools for golfers

Garmin Approach S12 GPS Watch. I don't know how I ever played golf without a GPS watch to tell me exact yardage. This was a game-changer for me.

All in 1 Practice Net. Great for setting up in your garage or backyard to hit balls in the off-season.

Under Armour Golf Vest. Nothing better than golf in the fall. This vest gives me all the warmth I need while allowing full dexterity in my terrible swing. Added benefit is you have extra pockets for tees.

Hat for informal gatherings

Huega House. I've been wearing this hat non-stop. It's a new fit and style that I wouldn't otherwise wear. You can also 15% off first order with promo code: KYLEBRENNAN.

My everyday hat is the Athletic Association in Green & white.

The Best Noise-Cancelling Earbuds

Apple Airpods Pro 2. I've had my fair share of troubles with Airpods in the past. Inevitably, I'd get too much dust or water in one of the earbuds and they would stop working. But the new Airpods Pro don't have that issue, since they have a silicon wrapping that traps all the nasty earwax and other unwanted debris.

The noise-cancelling feature is insane. The first time I tried it, I was shocked at how much outside noise it filtered out.

Hoodies with an inspiring message

Find the Good Brand. The first time I wore this hoodie to the beach, someone stopped me and asked if they could buy it off my back for $40. I said no. That's how comfy it is.

You can get 10% off first order with promo code: OBSERVE. I've been loving my 3 Simple Words Embroidered Hoodie in cream. They also have a 30% Off Black Friday sale going on right now.

For the athlete complaining about how sore they are

The Cold Pod Ice Bath Tub. This inexpensive cold tub has been one of the best overall purchases I've made in the last year. While I know it sounds insane to dive into 40º water first thing in the morning, it will undoubtedly have you feeling like a million bucks. the second you get out. Once you start, you'll be hooked. Trust me.

And that's it! These are a few of my favorite things that make great holiday gifts. I love them all and hope you do too.

Have a wonderful Thanksgiving and a cheerful holiday season!

Love,

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