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“Goals for 2017” or “How I’m Not Going to Massively Fail at Keeping New Year’s Resolutions in 2017 Like I Did in 2016”

January 2, 2017February 13, 2017 The Lion's ManeLeave a comment

New Year’s resolutions are a marketing ploy designed by the gym and athletic equipment industries to shame us into buying their wares. That is, if you look at it the way the world looks at Valentine’s Day. Really, how many of us keep these resolutions? 2016 was a bit of a wash – massive strides personally,… Continue reading “Goals for 2017” or “How I’m Not Going to Massively Fail at Keeping New Year’s Resolutions in 2017 Like I Did in 2016”

Comparison Is the Thief of Joy

June 7, 2016June 8, 2016 The Lion's Mane2 Comments

It’s amazing how we always see what we are not. Growing up everything was homemade, from pasta sauce to macaroni salad. I watched my mom create all kinds of things, and some of that knowledge stuck. I’m not a Michelin star chef, but I can definitely follow (and embellish) a recipe. Cooking is a tangible… Continue reading Comparison Is the Thief of Joy

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Weird Things We All Do That We Think Nobody Else Does

April 13, 2016April 13, 2016 The Lion's Mane2 Comments

Sometimes I think too much. Every once in a while I’ll do something and afterwards stop to think, “Was that weird? I’m pretty sure that was weird.” That AHA! moment in a conversation where your friend is telling an embarrassing story and you go, “I thought that was just me!” It’s not just you. 1.… Continue reading Weird Things We All Do That We Think Nobody Else Does

Beauty · Makeup

Solve 5 Common Manicure Problems

January 20, 2016January 20, 2016 The Lion's Mane2 Comments

Pinterest is filled with memes proclaiming the best ways to solve all kinds of nail polish problems. How do you know which ones really work? Below are my go-to’s for home mani and pedi issues. I may not always know why they work, but they’ve never let me down!

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5 Ways to Find the Best Deals on RueLaLa and HauteLook

January 15, 2016September 9, 2016 The Lion's ManeLeave a comment

Don’t read this post if you don’t want to fill your closet with designer finds for 80% off. It’s actually become a problem, I have so many clothes! Friends are always asking how I can afford to dress the way I do. We’ve all got student loans, credit cards, bills and entertainment to pay for.… Continue reading 5 Ways to Find the Best Deals on RueLaLa and HauteLook

Life · Life Questions

10 Skills Every 20-Something Needs to Master in 2016

January 13, 2016January 13, 2016 The Lion's Mane1 Comment

1. Be on time Every time. If you work from 9:00am-5:00pm, that doesn’t mean getting in at 9:15am and leaving at 4:55pm. For tips on how to be on time regularly, Fast Company shared some great habits. Be realistic about how long it takes you to do something. If ONE TIME you once got up,… Continue reading 10 Skills Every 20-Something Needs to Master in 2016

Beauty · Hair

Dry Shampoo Do’s and Don’ts

January 8, 2016January 8, 2016 The Lion's ManeLeave a comment

Circle all situations that apply: You’ve snoozed the alarm 5 times, you look in the mirror and shriek, but you’re going to be late for work if you have to go through your entire hair routine. You’re getting an updo in the afternoon but you HAD to wash your hair this morning, it was too… Continue reading Dry Shampoo Do’s and Don’ts

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Goals for 2016

January 6, 2016January 2, 2017 The Lion's Mane1 Comment

“New Year, new you!” That’s what they say anyway. Rather than trying to create a new you, why not focus on improving what you already have? Ditch the vague resolutions. Set career and personal goals that are quantifiable benchmarks to work towards. Then find a way to reward yourself when you achieve them! Overall Use… Continue reading Goals for 2016

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Amopé v. Pumice: Save or Splurge?

January 3, 2016January 4, 2016 The Lion's ManeLeave a comment

Pedicures are such a pain in the winter. You’re wearing pants and boots, you have to sit under the dryer forever so that you don’t ruin the polish putting on boots and it’s just awkward. It takes what should be a very relaxing experience and makes it exasperating. In general, feet and foot-related products are… Continue reading Amopé v. Pumice: Save or Splurge?

Life

5 Weird Reasons You’re Breaking Out

December 30, 2015January 7, 2016 The Lion's Mane2 Comments

Recently, my best friend came to me and said, “I don’t get it, I’m breaking out like crazy! It’s even leaving scars!” She’s always had the terrific skin in our relationship, so I was shocked. The conversation moved on but a few days later remembered her problem and texted her some outside the box solutions.… Continue reading 5 Weird Reasons You’re Breaking Out

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“Goals for 2017” or “How I’m Not Going to Massively Fail at Keeping New Year’s Resolutions in 2017 Like I Did in 2016”

Comparison Is the Thief of Joy

Weird Things We All Do That We Think Nobody Else Does

Solve 5 Common Manicure Problems

5 Ways to Find the Best Deals on RueLaLa and HauteLook

10 Skills Every 20-Something Needs to Master in 2016

Dry Shampoo Do’s and Don’ts

Goals for 2016

Amopé v. Pumice: Save or Splurge?

5 Weird Reasons You’re Breaking Out