Either use your scale as an impartial tool,* or get it out of your sight.**
*Impartial tool method – weigh yourself once a day at the same time (like in the morning right before you shower), or once a week (like Saturday mornings), or even once a month (the first day of the month, or the first day of your cycle).
**Out of sight method – there’s the garbage (but that’s not very environmentally friendly) or the give-away box. Instead of your scale, use your favorite jeans as a barometer of your body’s changes.
When you’re deciding on your holiday outfits, check your hairstyle, too. Different clothing styles work better with different hairstyles. Hair accessories can also be part of your ensemble.
You may already have your hair appointments scheduled for this holiday season – cut, color, blowout, whatever you need (or want!) done. If you still need an appointment, don’t wait any longer to call.
At home, remember to be a little on the “spare” side with product. A quarter of shampoo and a dime of conditioner will do for a wash. Styling products almost always work on the “less is more” principal, too. Plus you’ll save a little money if you don’t use as much product.
On this last day of our That’s a Wrap – The Time is WOW class, here’s one more song kind of related to clothing and presentation (thanks again Sally!).
Dress yourself in love – that is, love yourself, and you’ll always look great. You’ll always want to look great, too.
Part of looking great is being fit, so get up and get moving. The tempo of this song is suited to strength training, so pick up your hand weights or a couple of soup cans or water bottles, and tone those arms. Just because it’s winter doesn’t mean sleeves are part of every outfit… so don’t ignore your arms!
Isn’t that a great word? It’s from this song, which was recommended by member Sally. She thought it was a good fit for our current online class It’s a Wrap ~ The Time is WOW!
How do YOU get supercalifragisexy?
Is it your clothes?
Your hair and makeup?
The way you walk into a room?
Your attitude?
All of the above?
Go for it – play the song and show a little attitude. Strut your stuff. You are supercalifragisexy!
What look would you like to go for this holiday season?
Look in magazines and pick out different styles that you would like to try. Pick a coat, hair style, lipstick, outfit – or all of the above. Who do you want to be this holiday season?
This month’s online class starts today – and it’s all about creating a visual that best represents YOU to the world.
Join professional costume designer and coach Beth Miriam for 9 days, do the homework (it’s not that hard), and you’ll look amazing at this year’s holiday events. Sign up for It’s a Wrap ~ The Time is WOW!
No matter where you work or what your job is, you can benefit professionally by being attentive to your attitude and image.
Volunteer to take on new projects, especially the ones that are most challenging and likely to improve your chances of upward mobility.
Don’t alter your look dramatically on Casual Friday. It implies that you’re not being yourself the rest of the week.
Be a good listener. This seems obvious, but it is amazing how many people do not know how to listen.
Always share ideas that may help others excel in their work. Every job is a team job.
Dress “up” for the job you want, instead of for the job you have.
Makeup (on women) increases the perception of professionalism. If you don’t know how to apply makeup to enhance your looks, get a makeover at a department store.
9 days * Tuesday, December 1 through Wednesday, December 9
An *all new* exclusive class at Marilu.com! Coach Beth Miriam leads this class on presenting yourself as the person you want to be using clothing/costuming to make it happen.
WOW your family and friends for the holidays!
WOW your employer and co-workers with an updated professional look!
WOW everyone in your life with a new you – looking your best!
January 2010 * Online Class
(what? no title?Join the contest to determine the class title!)
21 days * Monday, January 4 through Sunday, January 24
It’s a new year, so get a new start on your Total Health! This class focuses on your personal goals (or call ‘em resolutions) and provides guidance and support so you can achieve them. Eat right, get fit, look great, feel better.
February 2010 * Super Bowl with SusanMik!
5 days * Monday, February 1 through Friday, February 5
This was a favorite class last year – lots of recipes and tips for entertaining on one of America’s biggest food-fest “holidays.” Coach SusanMik is an experienced cook, baker, and hostess. She’ll help you convert your recipes to healthier versions, and with any food allergy substitutions.
February 2010 * Bonus Class with Marilu
Another *all new* class with Marilu, featuring memory and memories. Don’t miss this exciting new Total Health class!
Take care of yourself before the holiday – you’ll look and feel better if you pamper yourself just a bit.
Soften your skin * Use a dry skin brush before you shower, or a lathered up scrubbie or a body scrub in the shower. Then after your shower, while you’re still a little damp, slather on the moisturizer.
Take care of your hands * Since they’ll be busy this week, warm them up before bed in a sink of warm water, then work almond or olive oil into the cuticles. Cover them in moisturizer, and then put on some white cotton gloves and go to bed that way.
Home manicure and pedicure * If you can’t get an appointment at a salon, no worries. Just give yourself a manicure and pedicure. They don’t have to be perfect. Just use a good top coat, to keep them from chipping.
Facial mask * Treat yourself to a mask before bed. They only take about 15 minutes, but your skin will love the attention. (If you don’t wash your hair every morning, be sure to do the mask the night before you will be washing your hair – to ensure all the mask is gone from your hairline.) There are masks and scrubs for every skin type and price range, but if you want a simple one, just use an egg white on a clean face. Let it dry, then rinse it off.
Yes, the UVB rays (the ones that burn – B for burn, if you’re like us and need a memory trick) are weaker. But the glare from snow, buildings, and pavement makes them more intense.
The UVA rays (the ones that cause wrinkling and skin cancer – A is for aging) remain constant. The risk is never reduced, no matter the season.
So use sunscreen every single day. A broad-spectrum (that’s UVA and UVB) SPF 30 is recommended by most dermatologists. Make sure it’s on your face, neck, and hands, even if the rest of you is covered up.
