You’re here.
That makes you a star.
You ready to #shinebrightly?
Yeah, me too!
Go Thrift or Go Home
My favorite online thrifting source, ThredUp, had a big Earth Month sale including on Premium items. To say I took advantage would be an obscene understatement. Instead, I shall reframe it and say that I used it as an opportunity to demonstrate the quality that is available to secondhand shoppers at ridiculously low prices.
Yeah. Yeah… that’s the ticket.
On Target with DVF
I was excited that I was able to get a few pieces of the Diane Von Furstenberg for Target Collection so I made a Try-On Video. It was a new thing for me, but I had fun so, I’ll probably do it again.
Pack for the Trip of Life
Life isn’t always easy all of the time, and the proverbial road of life has plenty of bumps along the way. Here’s the thing, though. The better we prepare for a road trip, the easier it goes. And if you’ll continue to roll with the metaphor (and well-placed pun), the same goes for life.
Back to the Zoo
Sometimes life hands you full circle moments. When it does, don’t skip the chance to jump in the middle. This is true even if it leaves you a little nervous. Mine came when thanks to my friend, Di over at FSM Media, I got to interview Doug and Emily aka Emmy Jo of the New Zoo Revue.
Keep Standing Tall
No one can suggest I have been shy about my age as of late. In fact, it has been my lead. That said, getting older is not a zero-sum game (sorry I have been bingeing Billions). There are costs and one of them is bone health. Being a small-framed caucasian, I am especially aware that it is essential for me to remember what is going on inside, as well as outside as the calendars flip in my life.
Trying to be Chronically Rested
If you’ve been around this place lately, you know that chronic pain is a real thing for me and I talk about it a lot. It’s really more common than many may think. In fact, millions in the US suffer from it. While pain certainly makes aspects of life harder, it really hits at bedtime. Sleepless nights are extremely common, meaning zombie days to follow.
Try on a Little Confidence
Fake it ‘til you make it. We’ve all heard it. And while it may be easier said then done, it is true that, confidence is an important trait to have. Not everyone is born with bucketloads of confidence (see me waving my hands wildly) and it’s something that w definitely want to work on if self-confidence doesn’t call naturally.
When Hobbies Go Bucket List
While relaxing hobbies can be great for mental health, invigorating ones can ‘do you the power of good’ too. Indeed, below I’m sharing a comprehensive list of some of the most exciting and adventurous hobbies out there. They offer a wide range of benefits from increased fitness, better mental health, community and travel. They also look and sound a lot like my bucket list.
Being Fit is the Real Treat
Do you need to trick yourself to get the work out you know you need? It has taken everything to get me to do it. I mean everything!
Stable? At Least, On my Feet
If there is one thing that's absolutely essential to our health and longevity as we age, it's physical stability. We often refer to it as “balance”, and not in that work/life way. Here we’re talking about maintaining a good core to prevent falls or injuries that can have consequences, not just in later life, but now. So, what are the best ways to ensure that stability?
Should I Stand for This?
Recently, the last one has moved beyond the living room into the office. Standing desks have quickly become the newest buzzwords in office ergonomics; so let’s take a stand (pardon the pun) on this issue and examine if these towering worktops truly live up to their hype or not.
Finding Relief from Chronic Pain
My readers know I have been struggling with chronic pain for some time now. I’m trying to learn more about how to options, especially holistic to address that. I thought I would share some of what I’m learning.
I’ve Unleashed My Wanderlust: Discovering Solo Travel
So, here’s a confession. I have never traveled alone. But many of my friends have and they tell me how empowering it is. Now that I am solidly in the sixth decade of life I am ready to venture into this realm of travel - the exhilarating world of solo travel. So I thought I would take you with me on a deep dive into the kind of soul-stirring, solo vacations that every globetrotter (or wannabe) should be brave enough to embrace at least once.
Meditation? Ha! Four Reasons It Isn’t Working
So you’ve tried meditating, but nothings happening. It’s hard to get through a short session without giving up and feeling even more stressed. I mean what’s the point?!?!
Why is this happening? WHY??????
Give Your Mental Health a Boost
Each and every day, more and more of us are struggling with stress, anxiety, and depression, and it’s important that we’re not neglecting our mental health.
I Saw the Lights
Last month, I shared that I would be checking off a bucket list item and attending a water lantern festival. I am happy to report that three days after my 52nd birthday, bucket item checked!
I Need to Get My Groove Back
I have been learning that it is important to get your care on and start doing more for yourself.
Here are some more thoughts on how we can take better care of ourselves to feel our best.
Seven Reasons to Get Your Care On
I usually equate productivity to more work, scheduling more and more work, etc.. Rinse and Repeat However, conditioning our minds this way can discourage us from making time for ourselves. The inevitable result is burnout and over time, reduced efficiency and productivity.
Ironic, right?
On the other hand, self-care can condition us to work effectively without compromising our work quality.
Time to Get #BikiniReady
So, it's June.
WHAAAAAT?
Yep. And I am not bikini ready, After months of hibernating in my new climate, e.g. snowy Buffalo, my skin is dry and it is PALE. I mean Snow White but without the problematic prince story.