One of the best things you can do as an introvert

Introverts (like me! And, I think, most bloggers) get their energy by being alone. They / we might enjoy spending time with others and being sociable, but it's more draining for them / us, and they / we need quality alone-time to re-energize. In my line of work, which for…

Weight change

So you've lost or gained a few pounds, and your old clothes no longer fit. The fun part about this is that you get to do some shopping! Whether you're pleased or upset that your weight has changed, the best way to deal with the situation is a thorough assessment…

What learning how to shoot a gun taught me

I've always believed (perhaps from being a police officer's daughter? Or maybe just from watching too many zombie / apocalyptic movies) that knowing how to shoot a gun, and having a basic knowledge of the various parts of a gun, are important life skills. Earlier this month, I finally had…

Ten-second boost: red lipstick

Besides scarves, red lipstick is my staple. I swipe it a few times a week before leaving the house. It takes a matter of 30 seconds to stand in front of the mirror and slick it on, but it instantly lifts my spirits and makes whatever I'm wearing pop. If…

How to know if an item suits you

Shopping can be a tricky thing when you're trying to determine exactly what looks good on you and what doesn't. Luckily, there are a few things you can do to ensure you only purchase items which are right for your body: Ask someone to come along. I don't mean a…

Healthy Eating Activity: Daily Mantras

Here's an activity I wanted to share with you all from my Real World Wellness nutrition consulting business. It's a valuable way to identify emotional eating triggers and to overcome those obstacles that can derail us from eating well. Goal: identify and overcome emotional eating If you eat emotionally on…

Drinking: Montepulciano d’Abruzzo red wine

A glass of red wine can be a great accessory! Drinking stylishly goes hand in hand with looking stylish :) A beautiful red wine from Italy, this particular vintage of Citra Montepulciano d'Abruzzo comes in a full litre bottle and amounts to less than $10. There are a few reasons why…

Fitness Products Review: Part Two

As I mentioned in July, I've been receiving some products from Gaiam.ca to review. Gaiam is a pretty cool company that has a range of yoga and Pilates materials and accessories. This past month, I received the following: Thirsty Yoga Towel. I sweat a lot when I exercise, so this…

How to look fashionable when you feel blah

In a perfect world, we'd all look and feel great 100% of the time. This isn't a perfect world. (But you can pretend it is by following the suggestions below!) Even if you don't feel 100%, you can still look the part. Own it by following these simple tips for looking fabulous,…

How to make a short shirt longer

Not only can a shirt sometimes be a little too long, but sometimes it can be a little too short! For the shirts that you love that are just a wee bit on the short side, here are a few options to fix the issue and make that short shirt…