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Several years ago in my image business, I worked in closets helping women edit their closet and get rid of clothing that no longer served them or I created new looks for them with the clothing they had.
One customer I remember had been a size 18 and lost weight to where she should have been...
Back in the 90’s we were told to eat more carbs, fat was bad, and meat would harm you. So, I would drive through McDonalds with my girls and get their happy meals and I would order a hamburger without the patty. Yes, you heard that right – I thought it would be better to eat the white...
I have personally seen some incredible changes in an individual’s quality of life when they were intentional about changing for the better. By being intentional I mean deciding to change because let’s be real - it is a decision.
If you think you can or you think you can’t,...
Have you experienced hormonal changes? Some of those changes might be symptoms like insomnia, hot flashes, anxiety, and low libido. Belly fat accumulation is extremely common as estrogen levels decline and body fat redistributes from hips and thighs to the abdomen.
These changes can leave you...
While we all love grandmothers, granny underwear is quite another story.
Have any of these thoughts stopped you from having great lingerie?
- No one sees my underwear so why bother?
- Pretty underwear is not practical and it’s uncomfortable.
- Lingerie is for young people with perfect bodies.
- ...
Meet Sarah, a dedicated professional juggling a demanding career, family responsibilities, and her pursuit of a healthier lifestyle. Before incorporating meal planning into her routine, Sarah found herself often succumbing to the convenience of fast food or unhealthy snacks due to time...
February is a special month for me – your heart. It's American Heart Month, a time when we focus on the organ that tirelessly pumps life through your veins. As I beat within your chest, I want to share some heartfelt reflections and encourage you to prioritize the health of the very core of...
The American obsession with body size and the number on the scale is an issue deeply rooted in psychological factors. Challenging these beliefs is needed for a more inclusive and body-positive society. Why are we being so unrealistic with our goals?
What if our goal was health, and feeling good,...
In Marie Kondo’s book “The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying Up”, she gives excellent reasons as to why tidying up is so important. She says, “when you put your house in order, you put your affairs and your past in order too.”
Today I’m most concerned about the...
While most women go into a weight loss or fitness program looking to shed some pounds, we know the number on the scale shouldn’t be the only focus. Sure, it’s one measurement of fitness, but it doesn’t tell the whole story.
That’s because fat loss isn’t the only...
I love selecting a Word of the Year. It feels very different from crossing a goal off my list. It is an intention, a mantra to guide my daily actions and become a better version of myself.
It takes me several days or a week to select a word. You might have one knocking you on the head. I have...
Are you one that cringes when a birthday rolls around or are you like me and love to celebrate another year? Growing older is a privilege not granted to everyone. And I feel like age is a limit we impose upon ourselves.
After menopause some women start to feel invisible and that they are no...