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Are you in an Ugly Pit?
How I have longed for confidence and beauty this past couple of weeks while ensnared in so much ugliness. Death, destruction and disappointment have presented themselves to me in so many ways and fear has grasped ahold of my heart stifling my ability to blog or even reason. A mamma is only as happy as…
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Do You Feel Good or Guilty about “Me Time”?
It’s been nasty weather all week, but a rainy day off is a whole different game than a workday storm. It’s only natural to allow what is outside to determine our mood and motivation. As busy Americans, we may be frustrated at the inconvenience of the wet wind. The traffic is slower, the bank lines…
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Transitioning Your Wardrobe for the New Season
For those of us in New England, it’s time to transition the wardrobe. Although we are still having some fair weather, the light summer clothing is just not going to do it much longer. As Autumn sets in and you pull out last year’s warmer wardrobe, do you find yourself excited to wear those items…
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Does Beauty Embarrass You?
When dealing with a client, most professionals are taught to avoid talking about religion or politics, but there are two other topics that I believe make people even more uncomfortable: success and beauty. The real issue: vulnerability Religion and politics make people squeamish because it’s difficult to have a heart-to-heart with someone for fear that…
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How Discomfort Creates Confidence
If you have ever been in an uncomfortable situation, you know that your confidence is the first thing affected. Think about the last time you found yourself shaking in your boots. What made you feel self-conscious, was it when: You were physically, emotionally or spiritually challenged? You received personal, unwanted feedback regarding something you need…
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3 Ways to Deal with Back to School Blues
For many girls all over the world, this week is the most difficult one of their lives. After Labor Day Weekend, they must go into new territory and face many challenges and insecurities. New Schools, new teachers, peers. studies, sports and activities. Not to mention new outfits! Fear of the unknown is one of the…
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You Know You Are a Bold Beauty if…
Character: The Gamine comes across as a very confident woman, because she has learned to stand tall though she is often towered over by her peers. She is very opinionated and has a way of persuading others to be of the same opinion; she is not afraid to say it like it is. The Gamine…
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You Know You Are a Glamorous Beauty if…
Character: The Romantic woman is sensual in her appearance and in nature. She naturally gives great attention to the elements of taste, smell, touch and especially visual appeal. Like the orchid, this woman’s beauty is luscious and captivating, but sometimes hard to bring to bloom. Orchids will not share their astonishing flowers with the world…
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You Know You are a Delicate Beauty if…
Character: The Ingénue has a sweet, innocent nature that brings with it a quality of freshness that does not threaten others, but uplifts them and inspires them. This woman, like the flower I chose to represent her, may be small, but she is a breath of fresh air. The Ingénue, like the Baby’s Breath, is…
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You Know You are a Classic Beauty if…
Character: The Classic woman is the epitome of elegance, especially if she is a Summer or Spring; although she can be any season. Classic women are very refined and poised. They are thinkers and planners. They watch what is going on around them, they study, they gain wisdom and they act on their knowledge without…
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You Know Your a Natural Beauty if…
Character: The Natural woman is the epitome of casual beauty; she is a sporty, outdoors kind of gal who makes others comfortable around her, because she is comfortable with herself. She is like a wild flower, this style of beauty is simple and playful. The Natural’s bright cheer brings life to any occasion, making a…
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You Know You are Dramatic if…
The Dramatic is a fast-paced, hardworking woman who is not afraid to take risks. She has a daring nature that is seemingly uninhibited by the influences around her but the truth is she often has a very sensitive spirit. She is like an exotic flower, of which, of course, there are many kinds. I use…