HOW TO GET YOUR SPARK BACK WHEN YOU’VE LOST YOURSELF
Have you ever looked in the mirror and wondered where you went?
There are seasons of life when we become so busy taking care of everyone and everything else that somewhere along the way, we lose a little bit of ourselves. Our routines change, our families change, our bodies change, and sometimes even the things that once made us excited don’t feel quite the same. But guess what…. your spark is actually NOT gone. Sometimes it just needs a little attention!
JEANS ~ TOP ~ SHOES ~ NECKLACES ~ SCARF ~ BAG ~ BELT ~ EARRINGS ~ SUNNIES
TAKE CARE OF YOURSELF TOO
Most all of us know that taking care of ourselves is a priority. But…… to actually do it, is quite another story. Moving your body, getting outside, drinking your water, and resting is a great place to start. Taking care of your skin is another. But have you ever thought of putting on perfume even if you’re staying home? The little rituals we do to take care of ourselves really do matter…… because they say, I’m worth taking care of too.
START DOING THINGS THAT FEEL LIKE YOU
Think back to the things that have always made you feel good. Maybe it’s getting dressed in an outfit you love, putting on a bright lipstick, going for a bike ride, traveling, meeting a girlfriend for lunch, or simply getting outside for a walk.
For me, clothes have always been a form of self-expression. Most often, putting on something colorful and fun, adding a great piece of jewelry, or slipping into a fabulous pair of shoes is enough to change my whole mood. I remember feeling this way at four-years old, no kidding! That red corduroy dress and short curled under bob….. I felt so cute! The outfit below is the perfect example!
PANTS ~ TOP ~ SHOES ~ EARRINGS ~ SUNNIES ~ BANGLES
TRY SOMETHING DIFFERENT
Sometimes we need something NEW to wake us up a little. Just the other day I was out shopping, and didn’t find much (very unusual by-the-way), and then stumbled onto a new shade of PINK LIPSTICK/GLOSS and another LIPGLOSS in pink. I can’t tell you how happy that made me! If you’re searching for something different, what about a new hair style? I LOVE that idea. Women get so stuck in their hair and what they think looks good. A fresh modern cut or color can really do wonders. Or what about this….. buy the jeans you keep thinking you’re too old to wear! A brilliant idea! One of my best ideas is to do something HARD! Earlier this summer I hiked Mt. Olympus with my little brother, one of the hardest things I’ve done this year! So invigorating and proud I was able to accomplish such a feat!
YOUR SPARK IS STILL THERE
Getting your spark back isn’t about becoming the woman you used to be….. that idea can be a real roadblock for many. It’s all about discovering who you are NOW. Give yourself permission to be curious about her. Dress her well. Take care of her. Challenge her. Have some fun with her. She’s still in there. And maybe she’s just getting started. But you should definitely make her a priority!
A FEW THINGS THAT ARE MAKING ME FEEL GOOD LATELY
These are some things that may be a splurge to some, but to me they make me feel like I matter! First there are my UGGS. There’s nothing that feels better on my feet when I’m at home. Second is MY BLANKET. I take this traveling, always. It’s heavy and fills my carryon up, but to me it’s worth it because I MATTER. Third is THIS FOUNDATION, or THIS (I use color 4). The Ciele brand gives a little more coverage and isn’t quite as expensive, and goes on beautifully. And one more I had to share, this TINTED MOISTURIZER! It’s what I use out on the golf course. These are all on the pricey side, but to me they feel best on my skin. I spend the money because I MATTER.
MORE THAT HAVE MADE ME FEEL ALIVE….. rediscovering ZARA (check out the outfit below!). I’m obsessed with this brand right now. And THIS PERFUME that my step-daughter told me about. It is so good, I even have it in a travel size. One thing I love, but don’t do it often….. is get myself fresh flowers! And lastly….. a trend that I feel confident in. THESE PANTS are inexpensive, easy to style, and super flattering.
And last but not least…… remember the experiences that make you feel like yourself again….. a dinner out, a fun outing with your grandkids, or a fun road trip with your spouse. These are all such great ways to boost your spirits.
