“Act as if what you do makes a difference. It does.”
~ William James
The Power of Influence
Do you know how much POWER your influence has? I went to the dermatologist this week, and was once again reminded of the influence I have on others. As I reflect on the conversation I had with my doctor and the genuine comments she made about me, I can’t help thinking about just how much all women influence others more than we may realize.
I may not have a big following just yet, but honestly, don’t we all influence those around us in some way?
We have those who look to us for inspiration in how we dress, fix our hair or makeup, how we walk and carry ourselves. But not only that, people watch our attitude! Have you thought about that? How you greet (or don’t greet) others, the small talk with a cashier or other people waiting in line. Do you take the time to help others reach an item on a high shelf, or are you in such a hurry that you don’t have time for others?
Oh yes, we all influence others in many ways!
And if you have raised children, you know the influence you have on them! Good or bad, they absorb it all. What we choose to do and say each and every day impacts others in some way.
People are observing you every day and YOU can have a HUGE influence on THEM.
What message are you sending out? Is it one you would be proud of or one you might be ashamed of?
I think we need to be more aware of what message we are sending others!
Have a fabulous week my friends!
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Reviving A Chair To Fit My Style
Do you have a piece of furniture that is either in DESPERATE need of repair or just doesn’t fit your style, but is still functional? Maybe you’ve seen something at a yard sale or thrift store that catches your eye, but needs a little MAKEOVER.
I have a chair that I had already RESURRECTED with a lovely black and white polka dot fabric that ….well, let’s just say that it looks like a rabid dog got ahold of it, but it was just children who didn’t RESPECT what belonged to someone else. As you can see from the first picture above, it was either to put it out of its misery at the landfill or REVIVE it yet once again. I chose the later because I still saw POTENTIAL in it.
Camouflage - Can You See Me?
Every once in a while I get in the MOOD to wear camouflage. There are so many styles of camouflage: army green (like what I’m wearing), desert brown, hunting with leaves and twigs, white for snow with leaves, gray, and even pink camouflage. I think people are drawn to it because of the PATTERNS. I even have camouflage workout clothing! It also tends to make a person more slender because of the DESIGN patterns. I consider that a BONUS!
Bandanas - They’re Not Just For Dogs
So I knew I wanted to talk about BANDANAS because I absolutely love styling with them. But I needed a catchy phrase for this article. I did a search to get my creative juices flowing and everything that popped up was phrases on DOG bandanas! Okay, that does it! Bandanas definitely need to have a serious comeback as a woman’s accessory! Are you with me? I don’t just wear them on my head, although all of these pictures are showing them on my head. I also wear them around my NECK in place of a necklace. It makes for a more CASUAL look than a necklace. And sometimes ~ sometimes, I have a LONG scarf that I can use for a belt! I love that style! The problem with that, of course, depends on the size of the scarf and the size of my WAIST.
Graphic Tees
I just love graphic tees! I’d say just about EVERYBODY has at least one graphic tee in their closet. You know, I used to think they were only for “relaxed” days at home, for exercising or working outside, or maybe with a comfy pair of shorts for pajamas - can I get an AMEN! I’ve come to a NEW realization. Graphic tees can be worn just about ANYTIME! You can take a graphic tee and make it everyday wear while still looking “nice”. Now you may have a job that prohibits it, but if not, why not go for it? JAZZ it up and make it your new go-to style.
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