LOVING REMINDERSfor moments that matter

In partnership with some of our favorite creatives and with a little nudge from our Joy Committee, we’re making some special reminders (and gifts) available more broadly. Each item is designed to serve as a tangible reminder of your intention, wholeness, and shared humanity. Gifts you keep or pass along - we hope you love and use them as much as we do!


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TOUCHSTONESpause button

In a culture of go-go-go and reactivity, we often find ourselves wishing for a pause button. So, we made some. It can be used as a permission slip to slow down, a reminder to take a breath, support to help you settle before a tough conversation, and a nudge to protect time for what you need.

Use or share them in whatever way serves you best. We’d love to see how they’re showing up in your life (photos welcomed!).

Each pause button is hand crafted by the artist, Betsey Carter, so no two pause buttons are exactly the same.

Product Details:

  • Materials: ceramic
  • Size & shape varies slightly 2”x 2”
  • Color: warm white

$12.00 + shipping & taxes

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MUGSStand in the &

This mug design was originally made for Heather to help reinforce her commitment to curiosity and courage. Now we’re sharing the message (and even making a podcast about it!). Our favorite use is for all day hot tea or afternoon decaf while letting the message ground us in the reminder that many truths can exist at the same time. It’s a reminder of our shared humanity and a commitment to showing up to support it.

Product Details:

  • Materials: ceramic
  • Size & shape varies slightly 5"x 5" x 4"
  • Capacity: 12-16 oz.
  • Color: Cool white exterior and a dark teal interior
  • Microwave & dishwasher safe

$48.00 + shipping & taxes

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MUGSThe "&"

Y’all know we are obsessed with “the &” around here, so we couldn’t resist having Betsey make us this mug. The “&” to us is the truth of the human experience where a lot is true at once - inside of us and among us. We use this mug as a reminder that we are not alone in the complexity of it all, and as a call to curiosity, courage, and connection.

Product Details:

  • Materials: ceramic
  • Size & shape varies slightly 5"x 5" x 4"
  • Capacity: 12-16 oz.
  • Color: Cool white exterior and a dark teal interior
  • Microwave & dishwasher safe

$48.00 + shipping & taxes

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STICKERSStand in the &

Mother/daughter partnership (fueling a shared love for stickers and local flower shack inspiration) brought this little gift to life while we were working on the branding for the new podcast. Whether you decide to stick it on a water bottle, laptop, fridge, notebook, or wherever, we hope it’s the loving nudge & reminder you need. We look forward to hearing stories about how this is used as a conversation starter as folks ask about it out in the wild… keep us posted and tag us on Instagram with your photos!

Product Details:

  • Materials: thick vinyl with a matte finish, offers some protection against scratches, water, and sunlight
  • Size: 2.9"H X 3"W
  • Dishwasher safe, not microwave safe

$4.00 + shipping & taxes

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Navigate to Linked ContentBetsey Carter
Our featured artist, Betsey Carter, creates handcrafted pottery meant to be lived with & loved. She blends clean, contemporary forms with centuries-old techniques, crafting pieces that are both functional & meaningful. Her work reflects a belief that the objects in our lives should be both useful & beautiful. (How “&”!)
Mindfully made
Artisan-crafted in small batches, each piece is made with high-fired porcelain – a durable, non-toxic material known for its strength & beauty. Fired to cone 10 in reduction, this process minimizes waste & ensures lasting quality. Thoughtful details like inlayed slip, brushwork, & lead-free glazes make every item safe for daily use & rich with intention.
The Story
Heather fell in love with Betsey’s work initially in the WNC art gallery her mom used to own. We have requested many custom pieces from her, and we’ve decided that it’s time to share them beyond our office walls & gift giving. We love the simplicity that this art brings to complexity & that each piece is a little different (just like us).

If you have any questions or concerns regarding your order or product, please reference our Terms & Conditions for details or reach out to me at [email protected] (Chair of the Joy Committee and manager of Human-Centered Strategy operations). We hope you love these as much as we do!

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