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Three Easy Ways for an Afternoon Pick Me Up Sep 27, 2023

What do you do when you feel that afternoon slump? Grab a soda and candy bar? I suppose that would help for maybe 10 minutes and then you will experience an even bigger crash!

These are three sure ways to overcome that slump and ride high the rest of the afternoon.

1. This first trick is...

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Why I didnā€™t gain weight on vacation Sep 20, 2023

When you travel to another country, you have an idea of what you will be eating but you never really know until you experience it. Portugal serves some of the richest dishes I’ve ever tasted. They move at a much slower pace and our tour guides were so passionate about their country’s...

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5 Tips to Transition from Summer to Fall f word to live by fall fashion summer to fall transition to fall Aug 29, 2023

Are you seeing a glimpse of fall? The weather is cool in the morning and evenings but hot at midday and afternoon.

When temperatures fluctuate, it’s important to know how to roll with the changes.

Today I’m sharing my easiest ways to mix and match summer and fall for these types of...

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Say this insteadā€¦ Aug 29, 2023

It is amazing what swapping one word can do for a statement you say to yourself. These are simple but not always easy to remember. If you find yourself saying something negative, write the positive on a post- it -note as a reminder.

  1. “I have to do that.” Say instead “I get to do...
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Lessons Learned in the Nashville Dollhouse female friendships fwordstoliveby Aug 23, 2023

This past weekend I enjoyed a much-needed retreat with my Superhero Group. In January one of our beloved members passed away, so we renamed our group the Super Seven with One in Heaven.

It was important for us to get together and reconnect. I would suspect you have a group of women or even one...

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Ten Wearable Fall Trends for 2023 Aug 16, 2023

Who loved the 80’s besides me? Fashion trends from the 80’s are making a comeback. Hello shoulder pad! But you will also see some carryovers from spring. Bold pieces, timeless classics, and a few quirky trends I will mention. Here we go. Enjoy.

  1. Biggest trend of the season – the...
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How ZZZ's Could Be Affecting Your Waistline f word to live by fwordstoliveby getting better sleep sleep sleep and weight Aug 10, 2023

Sleep is an essential component of overall health and well-being, and it plays a critical role in any fitness journey.

Inadequate sleep can have detrimental effects on our metabolism, causing disruptions to our hormones that regulate appetite and energy balance. This can lead to increased...

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10 simple ways to find happiness f word to live by fwordstoliveby happiness howtofindhappiness Aug 02, 2023

If you’re happy and you know it clap your hands – clap clap. Did you clap your hands? Are you truly feeling happy right now in this moment?
I believe that happiness is a choice. I do try to see the glass half full and not half empty, but I have my down days.

Here are 10 effortless...

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3 Top Tips for Changing Your Mindset Jul 26, 2023

What does it mean to shift a mindset? It is basically a shift in how you think. For example, if you typically think the worst in challenging situations, when you experience a mindset shift, it means that you think more optimistically instead.

One of my favorite mindset shifts was when I went from...

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How Not to Look Older Jul 19, 2023

Having enough energy to do all you want in a day is a basic human need. So often when a woman starts the FASTer Way to Fat Loss, she expresses her desire to have more energy.

After working with women for over 40 years, I can confidently give you the tips I’ve seen transform a woman’s...

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Treat Days vs Cheat Days Jul 12, 2023

First off, let's clarify the difference between a treat day and a cheat day.

A cheat day is typically associated with indulging in any and all foods, without any regard for portion sizes or nutritional content. It's seen as a way to "reward" yourself for being "good" the rest of the week....

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What a magazine wonā€™t tell you about self confidence Jul 05, 2023

While magazines and online publications have some great tips, sometimes they can leave you feeling like you aren’t doing enough to take care of yourself, dress correctly, think a certain way etc.

I have 5 tips to help you build self-confidence. These small exercises can create big actions...

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