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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 won’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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Being Green is the new Red, White and Blue f word to live by fwordstoliveby Jun 28, 2023

I don’t know of a single woman who hasn’t made bad clothing choices. Do you have clothing in your closet with tags still on it? Do you have clothing in your closet you have never worn? Studies have shown that women wear 20% of their clothing 80% of the time. Would you agree?

Since...

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Summer Jewelry Trends f word to live by fashion fwordstoliveby Jun 21, 2023

Are you one that loves to follow fashion trends? I think it makes women feel confident, it’s a form of self-expression and it allows women to be creative and experiment with different colors, textures, and styles to create unique looks.

If shopping for a summer wardrobe is not in the budget...

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Body Transformation Success: Achieving Your Dream Physique with 5 Hacks body transformation f word to live by faster way to fat loss fit fwordstoliveby Jun 14, 2023

Are you tired of feeling self-conscious about your body? Do you dream of achieving your ideal physique but struggle to make progress?

Body transformation is about more than just burning fat; it’s about changing your lifestyle and mindset to become the healthiest, happiest version of...

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Protein to Fuel Fat Loss Jun 07, 2023

Do you feel you eat enough protein? Fact - most women do not consume enough protein and protein is the most important macronutrient for satisfying cravings and shedding fat.

Do you eat enough? And how much should you be consuming? It depends. How active are you? For a completely sedentary...

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How not to grow old aging f word to live by fwordstoliveby May 31, 2023

Life spans are growing longer and if you are like me, you are in your “third act” of life. I have never been more excited and hope what I share with you will get you excited as well.

You know I believe you are what you Eat & Drink, Wear and Think. That was cemented with two...

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The Artist in You May 24, 2023

The canvas in front of you is as wide as your imagination. Before picking up the paint brush, open your mind to all that is possible. Give birth to the woman fighting to get out. You are NOT too old, past your prime or out of touch. YOU still have hopes and dreams within you. Let this journey...

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Cherish and Challenge in May f word to live by fwordstoliveby summer challenge May 17, 2023

There is so much to cherish about the month of May. Having ambitious goals doesn’t mean you stop noticing the small things in life. These small things can help build a foundation for you to reach higher goals.

Here are seven small things I CHERISH with gratitude in May:

  • Staying light...
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If Only… f word to live by fwordstoliveby May 10, 2023

We all do things we desperately wish we could undo. Feeling regret reminds us to think carefully about decisions we make in the future and not to make the same mistakes of the past. Regrets also help us learn about ourselves and what it is that we really want. Regret is unavoidable when you are...

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Does This Hat Make My Butt Look Big? derby style f word to live by fashion fwordstoliveby May 03, 2023

I know you’ve done it – stood in front of a mirror and tried on hats. You love them, you want to wear them, but you put it back because you aren’t sure you would wear it.

Your hat is a piece of art and like art, should reflect your personality and attitude. If you are wearing...

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Focus on the “Paw”sitive f word to live by Apr 26, 2023

 How many of you adopted a pet during the pandemic? My family purchased a pandemic puppy and my daughters named her Nala. The name Nala means "Queen" and she definitely rules the house.

We can learn so much from our pets. Below are eight lessons I have learned from my pet Nala. I hope at...

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