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My top five Beautycounter products (and why I love them)

My top five Beautycounter products (and why I love them) Sharing my top five favorite beautycounter products and why I love using them in my routine.   Their Black Friday promo is happening now; you can check out the goods here, and read on for a lil sneaky giveaway.  Hi friends! How are ya? I hope you’re having a lovely morning so far! I have my last day of 1:1 calls and podcast interviews and then tomorrow is more low-key leading up to the holiday. I’d love to hear what you’re doing to celebrate Thanksgiving this year! For today’s post, I wanted to share my current top five Beautycounter products. I haven’t posted much about Beautycounter this year, but I’ve still been working with the brand behind the scenes and it continues to be an incredible aspect of my online business. I love their products and mission, and now that Liv is getting older (and constantly scoping out my makeup drawer lol), I’m happy to know that these products are designed with safety and sustainabil...

Is Life Worth Living When You are in Pain or Suffering?

Is Life Worth Living When You are in Pain or Suffering? Pain and suffering are inevitable part of the human lives. We all go through physical, emotional, or psychological pain that deeply impact an individual’s perspective on life. When we are in pain, we suffer, feel hopeless or have sense that life might not be worth living. That’s the thing about life, wounds happen to us, they are inevitable parts of life, but they don’t define the entirety of human existence. Carrying so much pain inside us, make life unbearable, and can cause frustration, despair, hopelessness, and depression. It may not be surprising, that pain sufferers may be at an increased risk of having suicidal thoughts and behaviors. That is why you need to heal. In these situations, seeking support from friends, family, or mental health professionals can be crucial. Therapy, counseling, or medical interventions can provide strategies for coping with pain and managing suffering, helping you find the way to improve quali...

Row and strength combo workout (+ video tutorial)

Row and strength combo workout (+ video tutorial) Sharing a combination row and strength workout that you can do at home or take to your next gym workout. Our favorite rower for our home gym is here! Hi friends! Happy Monday! How’s the morning going so far? I hope you had a great weekend. We finished decorating (just need the tree!), had an amazing dinner at Vivace, and got together with some friends. It’s also been rainy here and lovely. I hope you had a great weekend, too! For today’s post, I wanted to pay a tribute to a fitness tool that we’ve added to our home gym and that we absolutely LOVE: the Aviron! (<— that it my affiliate link and they’re having a Black Friday promo right now ! It’s their only sale so far this entire year.) You can check out my full review of Aviron here. Since we added it to our routine, it’s been so amazing to have for at-home rowing workouts, especially since we can stream Amazon, Netflix, Hulu, and play games. I watched half of  Les Miserables...

Reviving the Spark for Long-term Relationship Success

Reviving the Spark for Long-term Relationship Success Long-lasting relationships can be incredibly rewarding and fulfilling, but they also require some work to maintain. It’s all too easy for the flame to flicker over time, turning a once-passionate bond into something more routine and predictable. However, there are plenty of practical techniques to rekindle the spark and strengthen your connection. Here are a few tips for achieving long-term relationship success with continuous loving nourishment. Prioritize Communication Listening, understanding, and responding to your partner’s emotions and needs is vital to sustaining a healthy relationship. By fostering open and honest communication, both partners can ensure their feelings are understood and valued. Some tips to improve communication include scheduling regular, distraction-free conversations, practicing active listening by making eye contact and repeating back what you’ve heard, and expressing gratitude and appreciation. Cha...

6 Ways Plastic Surgery Helps People

6 Ways Plastic Surgery Helps People When most people hear about plastic surgery, they often think of celebrities looking to improve their appearance and delay the signs of aging. Some people associate plastic surgery with superficial or fake enhancements. They assume that people undergo plastic surgery out of their own volition. There are numerous myths about plastic surgery but one fact is it helps people in many ways; some of which you may not realize. Cosmetic surgery is about more than just the external appearance. If you have been considering plastic surgery, you stand to benefit in many ways. Here are some less known benefits that come with plastic surgery. 1. Improved Self Confidence You’ve probably heard the saying: when you look good, you feel even better and experience a positive boost in your overall mood. Even minor enhancements to your appearance can significantly elevate your self-confidence. After your surgery, you are more comfortable opening up to more social oppor...