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  • diet and exercise
    • stay hydrated throughtout the day with water
    • make dining well a priority
    • when you do snack, pick only high-quality foods
    • develop a positive attitude toward food and eating
    • be mindful and present when eating all meals
    • enjoy your meals!
    • incorporate exercise into your daily tasks
    • develop a positive body image. focus on the good things about your body
    • create an active challenge for yourself everyday
    • make your leisure time more active
  • style and beauty
    • clear out the clutter in your wardrobe
    • store away any seasonal clothing
    • only wear clothes because you love them, they look great on you, and they reflect who you are
    • think of how you want to present yourself to the world every time you get dressed
    • listen to your instinct about your style. deep down you know if something works or doesn't
    • go with the au naturel look for fresh-faced beauty
    • use the defined eye technique for a bit of natural drama
    • wear the defined lip look when feeling whimsical or romantic
    • use a finishing spray to keep your makeup in place
    • make water your main beverage of the day
    • manage your stress levels. when you feel stress creeping up, lighten things up
    • get regular massages
    • give yourself regular facials
    • do your research and purchase the best products you can afford
    • protect your skin by always wearing sunscreen
    • most important, no matter what state your skin is in, strive to be comfortable in it. doing so will make you most attractive
    • dress presentably on a daily basis to honor yourself
    • check yourself out from all angeles before you leave the house
    • good grooming is imperative
    • cultivate good posture and constantly check yourself until it comes naturally to you
    • explore the world of perfume and either choose a signature scent or a capsule perfume wardrobe
    • strive to always have well-groomed nails
    • healthy hair in an attractive style does wonders for femininity
    • the intagible aspects of femininity, like self-confidence and a sense of humor and adventure, are the most important. never lose sight of these things
  • how to live well
    • clear out and declutter your home
    • practice the art of living well every day--even when you are alone. doing so allows you to develop a taste for fine living
    • create formal rituals and traditions for your family that will enrich everyday life
    • analyze which areas in your home require decluttering
    • tackle each clutter hotspot slowly and don't take on more than you can handle in any given decluttering session
    • keep your closets, drawers, and cupboards clutter free
    • figure out a system that works for the other people in your home
    • deal with things like filing and mail as soon as possible
    • totally immerse yourself in the arts and live a culturally fulfilling life
    • play music throughout your day as a soundtrack to your life
    • become an artist yourself. pick up an instrument, write that books you've always wanted to write, audition for your local play, or get out the paintbrushes. relish the process and get creative!
    • guard your words and never overshare
    • become comfortable with silence
    • avoid telling people your life story when you meet them
    • have on or two trusted friends to share your intimate secrets with
    • learn to receive compliments gracefully
    • avoid impulse purchases by carrying a list
    • never let a salesperson sway you into buying something
    • learn to appreciate what you already have
    • pause before making any major purchases. wait a few days and see if you still really want them.
    • only upgrade your home if you can afford to do so
    • analyze your spending habits and take pleasure in what you already have
    • never let yoursel go intellectually
    • read or listen to audiobooks as much as you can
    • be a patron of the arts in whatever field interests you most
    • expand your vocabulary. learn a new work everyday.
    • seek out independent and foreign films as refreshing alternatives to the typical hollywood blockbusters
    • travel as much as you can
    • no matter how old you are, take classes in whatever field interests you
    • deriving pleasure from the most mundane of things can set you up for a happy and exciting life
    • adopting a positive outlook on life (no matter what) is key--as a sense of humor
    • employ your senses to derive maximum pleasure from your experiences
    • slow down and try not to rush through your day. make a concerted effort, and eventually, being in the present moment will come naturally to you.
    • commit to living a life of quality to tune your mind to the concept of fine living
    • become more selective of the foods you eat, the clothes you wear, and the way you choose to spend your time
    • become a connoisseur of fine specialty food
    • be an informed consumer. before making purchases, read reviews and research companies and products
    • make every experience you have a quality one by adopting a good attitude and sense of humor about life
    • make the time you spend with your friends and family quality times
sep 25 2016 ∞
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