Trust in Joy

Playing hooky today. Well, not really...but in my old mindset, taking this time, during a weekday, for nourishing conversations...I would have viewed this as frivolous. But now, I make it a point to schedule in warm conversations with people whom I really enjoy talking to. And gasp! It isn't only after the kids go to bed. Also, listen to my PSA about the scam I found myself in through Facebook Marketplace. Sellers beware!  

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Do you see repeating numbers? 333, 444, 11:11 etc, on your microwave, a building's address, the back of a car...I do! That's what propelled my interest in a 2 hour online numerology class.    Wanna figure out what is your Life Lesson #? (or that of your kids' or your partners'?)   It's easy: take your date of birth: month, date and year and reduce each down to a single digit, then add then up to a single digit.    Example:  March 10, 1982 0+3 = 3 1+0 = 1 1+9+8+2 = 20 = 2+0= 2 3 +1+2 = 6 Life Lesson # is 6.    The course I took is from here: https://www.soulfulrevolutiontv.com/

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I realize checking a social media account doesn't sound like much of a me-time activity. But since I hadn't been on Facebook in 10 years, it was a bite-the-bullet, what's-this-going-to-be-like activity, that I both was looking forward to and a little intimidated by. The interactions I had were funny and odd.

Listen in to hear the details and to be reminded that certain mindsets around productivity are toxic for you. 

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Doing something you've wanted to try but didn't have the nerve to do, checks the box for a "me time" activity. In this episode, my sister, a stressed out veterinarian student, gets her hair colored pink! 

  She also shares research on the dog/human bond. All you animal lovers will wanna hear this!
  Listen in on how we all benefit from carving out time to ourselves—whether we're single or coupled.   Connect with me on IG @lenaporter Or be old school like me and send an email to: [email protected]   Fashion picks and all podcast images can be found at www.lenalikes.co   

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"A pedicure is not self-care." I heard this on my phone as I was cleaning up breakfast, just before recording this episode. Nice timing!

I agree and disagree with that statement. You know I am a sucker for body works/spa treatments and I do think these are forms of self-care; they're the obvious or surface-level ways of taking time for yourself.    Another way of showing yourself this care is reflection—thinking about the people you are interacting with, the environments you spend time in and the things you're doing day-to-day. If you don't like the way you are feeling in any of those areas, asking yourself how you can make it more fun or easier, is a way of taking care of yourself.    I really enjoyed my time at Color Box. Listen in to hear about this super relaxing waterless pedicure.    10 min drying nail polish: https://dazzledry.com/   See photos, videos & exciting fashion picks at https://www.lenalikes.co/   Connect with me: @lenaporter or email [email protected]

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My friend flew in to surprise me for my birthday! We haven't seen each other since the pandemic began. I took her to some of my favorite solo date spots. As enjoyable as time to yourself can be, spending time with a friend is also good for the soul!   El Dorado General Store   The Lip Bar   Good Neighbor   Leila    Comments? Ideas?  Want to say Hi? email: [email protected] or DM @lenaporter

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Watching the sunrise with someone you love is magical, so is having that moment by yourself! Listen in as I share the stories of my family trip to Cabo San Lucas, Mexico. 

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While I was lying on the floor, meditating, my three year old proceeded to put her pink kid lipstick on me—several coats. It got me thinking that I'd like a new lipstick. Something with a punch of color (not neutral-ish like my others). It had to be "clean beauty," have a moisturizing feel, and I wanted to be able to try it on before buying, not simply order it online.

I embarked on the adventures of lipstick buying! I choose a lip oil that I'm very happy with. I've never heard of a lip oil until now.

If you're interested in safer beauty products. Here's The Never List I mentioned in the episode.

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I felt drawn to this painting—I just had to have it. The frame was chipped and other people were circling it. I had a number in my head that I would pay for it. "Celebrate the small victories!" This is now on my wall and I get a sweet feeling each time I look at it. Have a listen to hear how I stumbled upon this.

Also, in this episode...I found an everyday pair of straight-leg jeans.

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There are all kinds of things we can do to sharpen our mind and body. Lately, I'm becoming interested in ways that help me focus and build strength.   Listen in to what my introductory Taekwondo lesson was like.   And fun fact: The first US gold medal in women's Taekwondo was achieved at the 2021 Toyko Olympics. The athlete's name is Anastasija Zolotic and she was 18! Hiya!    If interested in taking lessons, this is where I went:  https://www.midwesttaekwondo.com/   Tell me your me your favorite ways to spend your me-time! DM me @lenaporter

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