Words to live by
This summer, Starbucks is spreading Good Energy across Canada with Ready-to-Drink Refreshers. These flavored drinks are not only refreshing on hot summer days, but provide a natural boost of energy for when you’re on the go.
To kick off this campaign, Starbucks asked me, what words I live by to bring me good energy, motivate me and keep me energized. My good energy quote of inspiration is: “Just be yourself, life is too short to be someone else”.
This quote was inspired by my hero, my best friend of 18 years, my maid-of-honor, my faux sister, Kristen. She was diagnosed with a rare type of cancer at the age of 7 and although she was without a voice box, well an anatomical one, she always saw the good in things. She had years of surgeries, doctor’s visits, chemotherapy, radiation and hospital stays, but that never slowed her down. Although she was without hair, had a permanent hole in her throat to allow her to breathe and may have looked smaller and younger than her age, she never let people get to her, she never wished to be someone else, and always lived life to the fullest. Kristen lost her battle to cancer in 2008 and it was on that day, that I realized that I need to just be myself, cause life is too short to be someone else. 
I’ve had the honor of testing out all 3 Ready-to-Drink Starbucks Refreshers and all I can say is… I want more. All 3 flavors have a light, slightly fruity taste that doesn’t taste artificial at all. These lightly sparkling beverages are made with real fruit juice, Vitamin B and natural occurring caffeine from green coffee extracts. These are a delicious way of energizing and recharging yourself when you’re on the go this summer. I love the tall slim can and the fact I don’t have to mix, shake or add any other ingredients to it. Also love that these little pick-me-ups are only 90 calories per can, way better than having a soda or coffee.
It comes in 3 refreshing flavors of Strawberry Lemonade, Blueberry Açaí and Raspberry Pomegranate and can be found at mass merchandisers, grocery stores and gas stores across Canada for only $2.99 per 355ml can.
Ready-to-Drink Starbucks Refreshers in Strawberry Lemonade
Ready-to-Drink Starbucks Refreshers in Blueberry Açaí
Ready-to-Drink Starbucks Refreshers in Raspberry Pomegranate
You may remember my amazing Alice + Olivia mug (found several times on my Instagram feed) or other innovative partnerships with fashion elite including collabs with Christian Siriano, Jonathan Adler, Rodarte and Charlotte Ronson and now they’ve teamed up with Band of Outsiders to introduce the latest of its design collaborations. It’s inspired by designer Scott Sternberg’s favourite coffee slang, “drip,”. The Band of Outsiders for Starbucks Limited Edition Designer Ceramic Mugs feature black or multi-coloured paint dripping down Starbucks signature coffee cups. It features a white press-in lid with silicone seal which helps prevent spills, while the ceramic mug’s double wall construction to help retain heat while keeping hands cool. It was just released yesterday at participating Starbucks locations for $16.95, so if you’re looking to get one, run don’t walk. I’m already having a hard time locating one, 3 of my Starbucks are already sold out.
To kick off this campaign, I’ve teamed up with Starbucks to give you a Starbucks Good Energy Giveaway Refreshers Good Energy On-The-Go Gift Pack worth over $150. It includes a variety of must-have daily inspirations and good energy goodies like all 3 flavors of the Ready-to-drink Starbucks Refreshers, a personal journal, inspirational quote tote, refreshing fragrance, lip balm, portable cell phone charger, moist towelettes, ear buds and yoga mat.
And the winner is………. Jeannie Lam!
My children give me good energy. They are always so happy and energetic that it feeds on to me
My family gives me good energy and also lots of rest to sorry lauire I couldn’t find the comment area
The sun shinning brings me good energy, my number one quote that I live by…do unto others as they would do unto you.
I love giving to others! My husband do many random acts of kindess for people all during the year! Good energy all round!
RAFFLECOPTER NAME is Anne Taylor
Don’t sweat the small stuff
I love these refresher flavours! Addicting. Tea brings me good energy it makes me feel relaxed and warm on the inside.
I love the saying: “you’re only one workout away from a good mood.”
don’t worry, be happy
Live for today.
Live, laugh & love
No Drama
spending time with my family and BF gives me good energy
I like to ride my mountain bike on the trails. Its great mental & physical activities
Hanging out with my friend gives me good energy!!!
an early morning walk brings me good energy :D
What brings me good energy is my daily workout.
Finding time to laugh each and every day brings me good energy!
Be who you are and say what you will because those who mind don’t matter and those who matter don’t mind! ~Dr Seuss
Working out brings me great energy!
Such a wonderful post. My motto has always been “don’t sweat the small stuff”. Sometimes there are things that could get us down, but if we rise above we’ll be better for it! Something my Mom taught me.
Live life with no regrets, and don’t sweat the little things. These are words I live by!
seeing her smile brings me good energy
My motto is “Be your self”
fresh air gives me energy, even the cold brisk air of winter!
“Life wasn’t meant to be planned” & “to live is to conquer” :) Need to really live to truly enjoy live so i take each day one at a time. PS Amazing giveaway! I LOVE starbucks !
spending time with family and friends brings me energy
“Don’t sweat the small stuff. Everything pretty much is small stuff.”
Sitting quietly by myself for awhile in some bright sunshine, just listening to the world bring me great energy!
Inch by inch, life is a cinch. Yard by yard, it’s very hard.
Morning exercise like running or yoga gives me energy.
Having a positive attitude brings me energy. Laugh a lot! And coffee. Lots of coffee!
The true secret of happiness lies in taking a genuine interest in all the details of daily life.
William Morris
A pretty good way to live your life!
Spending time with my loved ones gives me good energy. Don’t worry, be happy!
exercising brings me good energy!
Thanks for the giveaway! :)
Karen
tsang.karen@hotmail.com
Coffee brings great energy
“Happiness is a conscious choice, not an automatic response” I have this quote up in my office at work to keep me energized ;)
Nothing is impossible
Delish!
naps give me good energy
Exercise gives me good energy
Getting out in the sunshine with my kids fills me with happy energy..even more if ice cream is involved ;)
Sunshine give me good energy.
“Radiate Positivity”
PEACE
my family
positive comments
Music really helps give me good energy
Being surrounded by positive people brings me good energy!
going out for a walk always gives me energy
My motto is always be honest, don’t hide who you are.
What gives me good energy is getting a good nights rest,and waking up refreshed.
There’s Power IN Looking Silly And Not Caring That You Do – Amy Poehler https://www.pinterest.com/pin/43699058856830420/
Treat others the way you like to be treated
Spending time with my family and getting lots of rest!
My kids give me energy!
Walking my dogs brings me good energy
a brisk walk in the park
Taking the time to enjoy a short yoga session after a hectic day helps bring me good energy
Playing with my kids gives me great energy!
Having a good sleep, hanging with my kids and a nice meal with friends
Going to the park gives me great energy
Spending time with my pets and volunteering at an animal rescue to help other pets bring me good energy
Keeping a positive attitude gives brings me great energy!
Random acts of kindness give me good energy, if I can put a smile on someone’s face is the best feeling!
Music and positive thinking bring me good energy.
If something bad is happening, I always ask myself ‘will this matter in 5 years’? If not, it while you should keep trying, it is not worth getting upset over.
Having a good sleep
Trying to enjoy the present moment :)
smiling at people on the street
sometimes I just need to reground myself and go for a walk in the forest.
My family ! and some coffee , lol
I take an aqua fit class 3 times a week and it always energizes me
Don’t sweat the small stuff
My family
Surround yourself with people that bring out the best in you.
Music. Always
I’m constantly energized and motivated by my brother. He’s always there when I need to talk but he also keeps me moving with various exercises! Love him to death.
a good nights sleep and a cup of matcha tea in the morning
A good sleep and a nice cup of coffee does it for me
getting plenty of rest, and start the day with a great cup of coffee
Always be kind, even to yourself
A quote I live by is: Do not regret growing older. It’s a privilege denied to many.
Yoga brings me good energy!
My family brings me good energy!
Chocolate gives me good energy.
I like my morning coffee, then I can face the rest of the day
Walking with good friends, gives me good energy.
I am entering your giveaway.
It would be great to win a
Starbucks Good Energy Refreshers On-The-Go Gift Pack.
In response to your questions of
What brings you good energy or what is one quote you live by?
What brings me good energy is being nice to people and helping others when i can
and listening to my favorite music.
Thank you for having this giveaway!!!!!!!!!!!
Being outside and going for a walk brings me good energy
a nice bath and delish coffee
my family and dog brings me good energy, lately i have been keeping a stone with me, that says I AM on it
What goes around comes around, pick your battles wisely!
My husband is the one who brings me great energy and is able to settle the negative energy down.
Take time for yourself
Live today like it’s your last, no fear, no regrets, life jump right in!
Live, Love, Laugh!
My family
Fresh Air and a quiet walk always gives me good energy
Exercising
My family makes me happy and gives me energy
Live like every moment is a treasured gift from God, Laugh till it fills the heavens with Joy, Love without reason or thyme, but because you are loved.