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Dress to Look Slimmer, part 2
Three weeks ago we started the discussion of how to avoid wearing clothes that add width and make you look heavier than you are. You can review those first five tips here. Now that you’ve had a chance to experiment with those ideas, let’s continue on with the next five: 6. Pockets can ruin a good more »
Time to Detox!
There are a couple times of year that are excellent for doing a detox, spring and fall. After our long winter season (longer for those up north) the body is ready to shed a few pounds and a few layers of clothes! In two articles, I will talk about some powerful ways to detox your more »
Spring cleaning for your mind, body and spirit
Spring is traditionally the time when we clean house, but it’s also important to focus on de-cluttering your life to remove the chaos that prevents calm.
Toxins in women over 50
What is a Toxin? Who Is Toxic? We all are toxic….We all live in a toxic world. Even with ongoing care, your body accumulates more toxins than it eliminates. A “toxin” can be anything from pesticides, xenoestrogens, food dyes, synthetic drugs and hormones, plastics, air pollution, water pollution, parasites, and chemicals from foods, medicines, surgery, more »
Terrified of Turning 50? Embracing the Power of Fear.
It’s okay to be afraid, because being scared can force you to make essential changes in your life. But it’s not okay to live in fear. Living in fear will stop you from living your life. Read about harnessing your fear!
Are You Ready to Try Something New?
Pushing ourselves outside of our comfort zones can be healthy and invigorating. Try something new- it doesn’t need to be overly expensive or life-threateningly wild. It will be rewarding on many levels.
Winter Skin Care for Women Over 50
Happy New Year! In the dermatology world, the winter months are the time when our thoughts turn to moisturizers, especially for women over 50. Cold air, low humidity, and indoor heating combine to pull moisture from our skin, making us dry and itchy. In fact, there is a highly technical name for that seasonal dry more »
4 Steps to Creating Your Masterpiece!
The New Year has begun, and I have so many things racing through my head! I am ready to take the new blank 2013 canvas and begin painting a beautiful masterpiece that portrays my life. Truthfully, there is so much I want to accomplish that I see an entire mural ahead! What will you create this year? more »
Your Holiday calorie counter
For those of us in the United States, Thanksgiving is this Thursday. Many of us are looking forward to traditional family dinners complete with turkey, stuffing, potatoes, and pumpkin pie. We are also anticipating–though not as eagerly– those extra pounds that the holidays always seem to add to our bodies. Often, we take a walk more »
The Mirror Does Lie!
You’ve suspected it for years: You look in the mirror and say, “No way I can look that ____ (fill in the blank: pale, tired, old)”. I am here to tell you that you are right! A mirror has three strikes against it in distorting your image. It flattens your image which distorts how you more »
Are You Making Time for Friends? (And Why You Should!)
The other night I made my husband go on a dad’s night out. (Don’t worry, he wanted to go.) Why? Because friendships—which are difficult for many men who are juggling late work hours with family responsibilities—aren’t just nice to have, they’re critical to our well-being. For the past two months I’ve been managing a full more »
Protective skin care for women over 50
Skin care is cumulative. You must be consistent and dedicated to your program in order to achieve your desired results. Invest and dedicate yourself to an effective skin care regimen that will work with your budget and provide you with three fundamental elements: protection, prevention, and correction.
The No Sorry Zone
How many times a day do you say “I’m sorry?” I was with a friend recently, and we began discussing how often we take responsibility for things that are really out of our control. “I’m sorry your party was rained out.” “I’m sorry you missed the luncheon today.” “I’m sorry but I don’t agree.” “I’m more »
How Not to Look Old: Find the Right Pair of Jeans
“Nothing ages you like elastic waistbands, mommy jeans, high-rise jeans, faded jeans, baggy jeans, embellished jeans, flashing your thong and butt cleavage, exposing your love handles, jeans that are too tight, or your daughter’s jeans.”
In Your Empty Nest, Spread Your Own Wings!
An empty nest doesn’t have to be awful- you CAN embrace this new chapter of your life with zest! Read these 6 tips on thriving as an “empty nester.”
How Not to Look Old: Show Some Leg!
If you’re a woman over 50, don’t forget about your legs! What you put on them (or don’t) can play an integral part in how stylish you look at any age.
How to Create a New Income Stream with Just $20
Creating multiple income streams is a powerful way to increase financial security. And it doesn’t have to be complicated. Here’s how to create an entirely new income stream with just a $20 investment!
To Gray or Not to Gray?
Deciding how to handle gray hair can be a frustrating, and even scary, dilemma. Here, Barbara Grufferman wittily discusses hair color and the 3 main options that modern graying women have.
How to Save Your Makeup From the Summer Heat
Summer is near, and the heat is rising. Here are some tips to help your makeup stay put during the hot months ahead!
Women and the Burden of Self Image
Self esteem is a result of years of conditioning, insults never forgotten; how you’ve compared yourself to others whether in the real world or those figures that grace the fashion pages. Most of us view ourselves more negatively than others view us. Here are some invaluable tips to help reshape the way you view yourself.
I’m Done Looking Like I’ve Got It All Together
Quite often, someone gives me a great compliment. “I admire you so much. You just have it all together.” Well, let me set the record straight: I don’t have it all together. What you see on the outside is the result of a lot of hard work, learning and growing over the past two years. more »
PaloVia Makeover
Recently, I joined the seven other “PaloVia Top Testers” for a makeover event in New York City. The exciting trip, given to us as part of our 30-day reviews of the PaloVia Skin Renewing Laser, included dinner Friday night at The House, then a makeover morning at our hotel, The Gansevoort on Park Avenue. This more »
Renee Trudeau: I Am a Social Activist
When you get consumed by work, family, parenting and just responding to what shows up in front of you moment to moment, it’s easy to forget how interesting , complex and dynamic we all are. And many polarities exist within each of us.
Jillian Bullock on Having a “Fighting Spirit”
Jillian Bullock is FASCINATING. She overcame rape, drugs, homelessness, prostitution and life with the Italian Mafia, all with a “fighting spirit.” Read about that fighting spirit here!
How Not to Look Old: Step Into Sexy Heels!
Great news- you can (and should) wear sexy heels! In the past few years, comfy shoes have gotten sexier, and sexy shoes have gotten comfier. Hallelujah!
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