GOOD MOOD

It’s easy to feel down and out when you’re focused on your problems. Work didn’t go well, you had an argument with a friend, and you just feel like life has got you down. Listen, it happens and that’s okay because that’s just how life works. Even though it all okay, it’s sometimes too easy to feel down and out. Sometimes, we make our problems our life story, putting us in a damp mood. So how do we get out of it and turn it around in order to be optimists? Listen up, ladies, because I’m about drop some of my best mood boosting tips

Recognize Your Mood- It’s one thing to be moody, but when you can notice those icky feelings of regret or sorrow seeping into your day, try your best to recognize them. When you can recognize that you aren’t feeling too happy, it will lead you being able to stop those feelings and focus on mood boosting.

What Are You Grateful For?- It’s so easy to go on with our lives without reminding ourselves what’s important. What’s going well in your life? What’s making you happy? What are you grateful for? If you can, write a list and truly feel those grateful feelings. Reminding yourself of what you have will help boost that mood.

Complete Something- Create small goals for yourself. When you can complete something without feeling overwhelmed, it can help you to feel accomplished. Accomplished people feel better, therefore boosting that down and out mood.

Do Something FUN- I say it all the time so I may sound like a broken record, but do something for you. Dance around to a song you really love. Exercise boosts endorphins. One of my favorite tasks is to watch old music videos. JLo circa the early 2000s? Don’t mind if I do! So be sure to do something for yourself to help you get in a good mood and right on task.

 Keep smiling

Angelika

www.styleupbyangel.com

( credit: L.R.)

40 - So what ?

40 is the new 30 ! By the time you have reached 40, you are a confident, successful and strong woman. At this point, you’ve had a whole bunch of practice with life and people around you know it. Looking your best in your 40’s means you can leave the nonsense behind and show off your alpha status at work and at home. Getting older isn’t about getting rid of gray hairs (hm.. maybe), it’s actually theperfect time to shine! Here are my  tips for looking your best after hitting 
the 4-0.

• Looking your best at 40 is all about your attitude and using clothing to subtly show off your figure. Try wearing pieces that elongates your body like a gorgeous v-neck blouse and dark wash jeans.  Streamlined, sheath dresses are appropriate at the office and comfy, fluid tops for the weekend will leave everyone jealous of your sexy, refined look.
• Remember that your skin is different now than it was two decades ago and change your  skincare routine accordingly. Being diligent about wearing SPF and applying anti-aging serums are your best resource. Also, make sure you are hydrated enough because dry skin = older looking skin.
• When it comes to makeup , keeping it simple will actually help your skin look more youthful. Filling in the eyebrows , keeping the lips  moisturized and whitening the teeth (one of my best kept secrets!) can help brighten the face.
• Exercise  is key for a long and healthy life! You don’t have to go crazy at the gym but joining a pilates class or walking group will not only boost your confidence but keep your waistline in check as you get older.

Growing older doesn’t mean it’s time to give up; it’s time to have confidence in your own beauty. Ladies, how do you feel about looking your best at 40? Do you have any tricks to share? xo

Keep styling

Angelika

www.styleupbyangel.com

(credit: L.R.  & Angel)