Life's Necessities & Luxuries

In my early days when I rented a couple of my apartments in Brooklyn, I didn't have a bathtub in the studio apartment.  It only had a shower stall and the bathrooms were super tiny.

Then I moved into a one bedroom in Bath Beach and I actually had a tub again.  I had missed out on using the bathtub which I desperately needed with all of the aches and pains from my injuries from the car accidents and fall into the sinkhole and a shower never quite helped me the way soaking in some Epsom salts in a bathtub would. 

Are you a fan of taking baths?  If not, why not?  I know some people have never stepped into a bathtub, yet, I am still baffled by this.  Why wouldn't you want to soak the stress of the day away?

One of the things I love to do is to add fragrance oils as well as salts and bubbles to make this oasis concoction and help me unwind and de-stress.

Some of my favorite oils to use are:

LAVENDER OIL

L'Occitane Moisturizing Cream

L'Occitane Verbena Shower Gel

and I love to add a facial and hair masque to make the treatment complete.  Here are some of my favorites:

BUMBLE AND BUMBLE HAIR MASK

Origins Mask

LaMer Face Moisturizer

Be sure when you pop out of your shower or bath that you moisturize your skin immediately -- this will lock in and seal the moisture into your skin.

This is something my mom taught me when I was 11 and have done it every day of my life since.

Well, I hope you'll change your mind if you've never taken baths before and join us millions who do.  And, for those of you already taking luxurious baths, please continue and enjoy the rest and relaxation it provides.

Happy bathing!

Remember to live happily, lovingly, peacefully, successfully, necessarily and luxuriously.

Love, 

Dawn-Marie

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This episode is a little bit of a rant and rave!  I walked into a Dollar Tree store a few days ago and saw that they were starting to hang up Christmas Decorations and I immediately became a bit perturbed.  

Do you think they're starting a bit too early to begin the holiday season?  I'd love to know what you think.  

But, on the other hand, since its up an ready, maybe we can begin our shopping a little bit earlier this year so that we can actually enjoy the holiday season this year.

I just got my beau his gift so, I'm good to go, lol.

Happy shopping!!

Remember to live peacefully, happily, lovingly, successfully, necessarily and luxuriously!

Love,

Dawn-Marie

XO

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Today is National Tequila Day.  Tequila is one of my favorite drinks.  The first time I ever had it was in Mexico back in 1983.  Have you ever seen the worm at the bottle of Tequila?  It freaked me out the first time I saw one.  Couldn't believe that people actually drank it.

Tequila is made from the blue agave plant which is harvested by hand.  It's stripped down and ground up in a stone bowl and then the extract is collected and distilled.  One of my favorite brands is Herradura Tequila it's smooth and best when chilled.

How can you celebrate Tequila Day?  Well, if you have a Bahama Breeze restaurant near you, they're offering $5 Margaritas 7/24 - 7/26.  Better yet, pick up Or, pick up a nice bottle of tequila (see above link) and make them at home with some fresh squeezed lime juice and simple sugar, blend with ice and viola - you're Margarita.  You can also add fruit of your choice.  I just love a Strawberry Margarita.  Be sure to call over some friends, and have them bring the Guacamole, chips and Salsa dip, put on some Mexican tunes and get in the groove. 

You could also go for a tequila tasting.  Check out your local libation stores to see if anyone is running one.  

Have fun, share some of your Margarita or Tequila drinks and remember to always drink responsibly.

Cheers,

Dawn-Marie

XO

When the pressure is on, it's easy for us to crack under it.  Are you able to remain calm and poised or do you fly off the handle like a madman when things are getting out of whack?

I used to be the second one above many, many years ago and then I quickly learned that it wasn't going to do my health any good so I learned how to adjust and become more peaceful when handling stress.

It's never easy when we're faced with challenging moments.  Our fight or flight response will always kick into high gear leaving us frazzled and exhausted.

Today's quick episode contains a podcast I did about this topic,  then I actually had a challenging moment, and I recorded another message while I was in the thick of it.  

Remember when you're in that stress zone to stay as calm as possible and remember "this too shall pass".

Here are some books on the subject that will help with all of the above:

When Life Sucks

Stress Proof

Stress Management...

Hang in there my friends and think Zen!!

Love, Dawn-Marie XO

Would you like for your significant other to compliment you more?  Sometimes it's hard to get a compliment from the one you love, yet, it can be so easy to compliment a stranger on the street.  Why is this?

Today's episode we cover a simple rule of thumb, if you want more compliments, then give more compliments.

Whether you're newly dating or involved with your romantic partner for ions.  This episode will quickly remind you what to do if you're looking for more of a connection and stay connected.

Happy listening and enjoy!

Love,

Dawn-Marie

XO

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Today's guest is Teresha Young, she is known as “The Confidence Restyler”.  Teresha is an accredited and certified Relationship Master Coach specializing in showing women how to reconnect with who they are and find confidence in themselves in order to have healthy, fulfilling relationships with themselves and with others in any kind of relationship; be it professional, family, platonic or romantic.

She has spent years becoming skilled and experienced in the areas of coaching, personal development, self-confidence and in how to have a true connection with others.  Today she is our guest and she is ready to help you get connected to yourself and to finding ways you can heal yourself and find true love with yourself and others.

She's come to talk with us from the other side of the pond, from the lovely United Kingdom.  We will discuss:

• The importance of loving yourself and how you can love yourself more fully.
• How forgiveness is crucial to living a high quality of life.
• How to stop sabotaging your relationships.
• Various ways how we can change the auto negative thoughts that can ruin our happiness.
• The importance of adding meditation into your life and how it can drastically change your life for the better.

 And so much more.

 Additionally, here are some books that have helped me break some of the negative habits we spoke of and have helped me gain peace and tranquility in my life:

May Cause Miracles

Abundance Now: Amplify Your Life & Achieve Prosperity Today

In the Meantime: Finding Yourself and the Love You Want

Next Level Thinking: 10 Powerful Thoughts for a Successful and Abundant Life

Stay in  touch with Teresha:

Facebook: Teresha Young or Diamond Clarity Heartnet

Website:  www.tereshayoung.com

Email:  [email protected]

Remember to live happily, peacefully, lovingly and successfully, Namaste!

Dawn-Marie

XO

Turn on Your Star Power and kick off the Spring season.  Summer is right around the corner and things are going to get busier. Today I speak about a few ways you can quickly Turn on Your Star Power:

• I share a few ways you can do some Spring wardrobe-closet clearing and get your wardrobe up to date and ready for the summer days to come. 
• Try out some new makeup colors.  We get in a rut sometimes and continue to wear the same colors and products.  Get to a counter near you and have them do a small makeup lesson on what colors you can wear now.
• Relieve some stress by taking a time out and do something fun.  Have a date night with your partner and enjoy the time together.
• Take a different route to work or to school.  You'll never know what you might just find that you didn't know exist.  It might just be your next favorite hang out spot.
• Watch a sunset and let the stresses of the day roll off of you. 
• Add some fun accessories to your life, they can really make or break your outfit.  Try something a little bit more bold than you would usually wear.  H&M and Forever 21 are two of my favorite places to shop for trendy accessories and inexpensively as well.

And so much more.

Here are a few products to Turn on Your Star Power and get back some luster into your skin and hair. 

Loofah Sponge

L'Occitane Shea Body Butter

Bumble & Bumble Cream De Coco Deep Hair Conditioner

Enjoy -- and Happy Spring!!

Love Always,

Dawn-Marie

XO

April is Straw Hat Month.  I just love straw hats.  Today's episode I give a quick talk on the history of straw hats and how many uses they have.

I started wearing straw hats in the 80's in New York City.  Not only are they stylish and fun, there are so many new styles that they didn't have back then and they also serve many other great functions.  They can help with:

a) Shield you from the sun's damaging rays.

b) Keep a hairdo looking great from rainy weather.

c) Help you stay cool by releasing the heat from the hot sun in the summer months.

d) Make you look stylish, fun and creative.

e) Can hide your hair on a bad-hair day.

f) Conversation starter.

Straw hats are made from many types of grasses and straw.  Did you know that palm trees and grasses have much in common?  

So take a quick listen, enjoy and get your hat on!

With much love,

Dawn-Marie

XO

April is National Home Decorating month which is one of my favorite pastimes.  Is your home in need of some sprucing up?  If so, now's the time to do it.  

Are you looking to just give your home a thorough cleaning, or, a full kitchen renovation, if you have the budget, go for it, now is your chance.

There are plenty of Spring home furnishing sales going on right now so if  you're looking for a new set of sheets or bedding which will make your bedroom look totally different or if you're looking for  new living room furniture, the sales are bountiful, so take advantage to find what find what you're looking for to make your home feel new and vibrant. 

Decorating your home doesn't have to cost you a lot of money.  Just adding a few small touches can do a lot.  If you love the scent of candles, pick up a couple of inexpensive ones at your local Walmart, Big Lots or Home Goods store.  You'll be glad you did.  There's nothing like making your home cozy and inviting.

Don't forget to invite some of your friends and loved ones over to enjoy your labor of love.

Happy decorating!

Dawn-Marie

XO

Today is #National Fragrance Day.

If you're like me and love fragrances, today is the day to say "hip, hip hooray".  How can you celebrate it?  Take a quick listen to this short episode and get some ideas.

Some of my favorite scents that I mention in today's episode are:

Diorissimo by Christian Dior

Fendi Perfume for Women

Angel Perfume by Thierry Mugler

Happy Sniffing!!

With Much Love,

Dawn-Marie

XO