How to Be Your Own Hero

January 14, 2019.Reading time 7 minutes.

The other day I saw the cutest meme on social media. It was a classroom assignment where the kid had been asked to name one of his/her heroes. The young student replied “ I am one of my own hero. First I am kind to myself and Second I do things I want.” I can’t […]

How To Step Up Your New Year’s Wardrobe With 4 Staple Items

January 6, 2019.Reading time 8 minutes.

The other day I was talking to someone who mentioned that they wanted to overhaul their entire wardrobe. They sent me photos from a fancy boutique that is very popular on the gram. They specialize in beautifully crafted staple items with interesting details and whimsical prints. Think JCrew meets Anthropologie. Now, most of you know […]

Sephora Giveaway Winner!

January 1, 2019.Reading time less than 1 minute.

Happy New Year! I hope you all enjoyed the holidays! Thank you to everyone who entered my Sephora gift card giveaway. I loved reading all of your comments about what you were looking forward to during or after the holidays. I selected a winner randomly, and the winner of the $100 Sephora gift card is…. […]

How to Stick to Your New Years Resolutions

December 30, 2018.Reading time 7 minutes.

The number one question I get whenever I talk about goal setting, list making or New Years Resolutions is How In The World Do You Stick With Them? Many people share stories of being tired of making that Resolution List every year only to look back months later and realize they haven’t achieved anything on […]

Three Things You Can Do to Help Cultivate a Little Joy After Loss During the Holidays

December 16, 2018.Reading time 7 minutes.

Last night after a day spent shopping with my mother and youngest daughter, my daughter and I were riding home and listening to the radio (which I honestly only do at Christmas time). I’m a pretty loyal XM Satellite listener now but I love the local Christmas stations. After playing one upbeat song after another the […]

Three Steps to Help You Goal Set and Grow

December 12, 2018.Reading time 8 minutes.

As the new year approaches, I am all ready to begin setting my intentions, cutting out pictures for my vision board and making my list of new goals. But let me tell you why I am not starting there for 2019. First, I have to acknowledge that I am a list maker and a goal […]

5 Tips to Help You Find Your Grownup Girl Squad

December 5, 2018.Reading time 8 minutes.

I’ve written a post before about why women need girlfriends but as we look forward to the New Year I think it might be time for another one. I have met so many women lately who tell me they don’t have real friends and my heart breaks a little every time I hear that. I […]

5 Tips to Help You Make Better Decisions

November 25, 2018.Reading time 5 minutes.

I tend to be a pretty decisive person. Almost to a fault. Meaning I make decisions pretty quickly. Most of the time these outcomes are good. I am the kind of person who knows what I like. I don’t linger over a menu for 20 minutes or quiz the waiter about what he or she personally […]

Sephora Giveaway!

November 24, 2018.Reading time 2 minutes.

I wanted to take some time out to thank you guys for reading the blog and being a part of the Real Chic Life community! I love engaging with my readers and I’m so happy you’re here. The holidays are such a fun time but it’s easy to get caught up in taking care of […]

Three Steps to Help You Foster an Attitude of Gratitude All Year Long

November 5, 2018.Reading time 6 minutes.

While I believe it is important to remain in a grateful state all year long, there is no denying that November is definitely the month of gratitude. It is the time of year when we are reminded to count our blessings. I always tend to get a little more sentimental during the holiday season and […]