My Grand Glam Makeover winner, Ginny Costello, just left my house after a body and personality analysis. Ginny has a triangle shape body so I walked her through Doncaster's spring 2009 collection explaining what would best highlight her beautiful triangle figure. We reviewed her colors, I showed her several ways to tie a scarf, then we sat and talked about what it means to transform.
In my middle 20's I started a modeling school and agency with my friend Julie. We were shocked at the number of more mature women that attended our school. The local newspaper even wrote a story about these ladies. One of them was over 70 years old. These more mature women opened my eyes to what transformation was all about. As these ladies became confident putting on makeup, fixing their hair, and demonstrating proper walking and poise, I witnessed changes I didn't expect. Many of them went back into the work force, some were confident enough to get out of marriages they should of left years ago. I received notes thanking me for the confidence they felt and the new life they were leading. They became better mothers, daughters and friends.
Once again tonight I was reminded by Ginny how powerful transforming can be. Ginny shared that she is searching for the woman she use to be before she allowed being a mother, wife and care giver to take over her life. Like most women, she doesn't regret doing what she does for others. Our regret is that of losing ourselves in the process of caring for everyone else. We forget that we have to care for ourselves and when we do, it benefits those we love and care for.
It isn't about losing ten pounds, knowing how to dress your figure, proper makeup application, or what colors are best for you. It's what you learn about yourself on the journey.
I love my job. I love helping others discover their true, best self. I love when individuals feel joy on a daily basis.
I am so happy for Ginny. I love being part of her journey. She is journaling and I'm sure will share some of her experiences at some point.
I could make a lot more money in another career, but in my opinion, the life of an Image Consultant is the richest career anyone could have.
Tuesday, January 13, 2009
Wednesday, January 7, 2009
Scale Down
In January, to scale down can have a number of meanings. Besides the scale on which we weigh ourselves, January sees a lot of individuals scale down on spending, eating out, entertainment, and clutter.
Are you one of those who was not born with the organizer gene? Do you have books and magazines stacked up next to your bed? We are a society with garages we can longer park in and walk in closets you can't walk into. To scale back can be easier than you think once you have a plan.
Starting the New Year with a strategy on how and what to scale back will do wonders for you. You suddenly feel lighter because you've purged excess. You feel generous because you've either given some things away to friends and family or donated them to a worthy cause. You might feel richer having made some money off objects or clothing that had been collecting dust. Once you've purged you can breathe, stand taller, and find everything faster causing less frustration.
My favorite things to scale down are closets and drawers. It's amazing what you can find when you shop your closet. The thought of going through your closet, house, garage, or office might overwhelm you but with a few tips you can be on your way to organizational bliss.
1. Decide what you need to tackle. What is the immediate need? Your closet, garage, drawers, basement, attic, etc. Remember you can't do it all at once and you don't want the entire house or office in disarray.
2. Like the saying goes - how do you eat an elephant? One bite at a time. If you decide to tackle your closet, start with one season. If you tackle drawers, make it a goal to clean out one a week. Chunk it down. Before you know it you'll be ready to tackle the next project.
3. With most projects you have to decide if it should be put away, given away, thrown away, sold, or saved in a sentimental box. Don't be afraid to let go of items you are never going to use again. If you find yourself looking at something thinking you might need it at some point but you haven't used it or worn it in over a year - get rid of it.
4. If all else fails - call a professional. As an Image Consultant I work with organizing closets and building closet capsules (related pieces of clothing where you have less clothing in your closet but more to wear). There are professional organizers who specialize in garages, offices, or homes. It will be worth the investment.
Make 2009 the year you scale down. If you do, let me hear your story.
Enjoy,
Chris
Are you one of those who was not born with the organizer gene? Do you have books and magazines stacked up next to your bed? We are a society with garages we can longer park in and walk in closets you can't walk into. To scale back can be easier than you think once you have a plan.
Starting the New Year with a strategy on how and what to scale back will do wonders for you. You suddenly feel lighter because you've purged excess. You feel generous because you've either given some things away to friends and family or donated them to a worthy cause. You might feel richer having made some money off objects or clothing that had been collecting dust. Once you've purged you can breathe, stand taller, and find everything faster causing less frustration.
My favorite things to scale down are closets and drawers. It's amazing what you can find when you shop your closet. The thought of going through your closet, house, garage, or office might overwhelm you but with a few tips you can be on your way to organizational bliss.
1. Decide what you need to tackle. What is the immediate need? Your closet, garage, drawers, basement, attic, etc. Remember you can't do it all at once and you don't want the entire house or office in disarray.
2. Like the saying goes - how do you eat an elephant? One bite at a time. If you decide to tackle your closet, start with one season. If you tackle drawers, make it a goal to clean out one a week. Chunk it down. Before you know it you'll be ready to tackle the next project.
3. With most projects you have to decide if it should be put away, given away, thrown away, sold, or saved in a sentimental box. Don't be afraid to let go of items you are never going to use again. If you find yourself looking at something thinking you might need it at some point but you haven't used it or worn it in over a year - get rid of it.
4. If all else fails - call a professional. As an Image Consultant I work with organizing closets and building closet capsules (related pieces of clothing where you have less clothing in your closet but more to wear). There are professional organizers who specialize in garages, offices, or homes. It will be worth the investment.
Make 2009 the year you scale down. If you do, let me hear your story.
Enjoy,
Chris
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