Things A Woman Should Know About Style

In honor of me finally accomplishing (and ending) my academic career, I have the time to enjoy the small daily/weekly rituals we often overlook but realize are important in maintaining good self-esteem and a balanced life. Sometimes, if we want a little rebellion in our lives, even breaking out of these routines can be beneficial. Just remember to mix it up. I was talking to one of my best friends last week about creating a list of things that I should strive to do before starting or ending the day. This is what I came up with:

1. Brush my hair (in some cultures, it is considered to be a medicinal remedy)

2. Read one article from the newspaper, gossip column, or magazine

3. Listen to one song from a band/artist you never heard of/fell out of touch with

4. Sing out loud (especially in the car)

5. Put whipped cream in your coffee

6. Think of one thing you are thankful for

7. Sit down and have a proper breakfast

8. Change up one thing in how you do your makeup, hair, clothes

9. Don't afraid to show a little skin (cleavage, legs, and even your back)

10. Take your vitamins

11. Handwrite your name somewhere ( a napkin, in your planner, on a post-it)

12. Set out to accomplish cooking one full meal from scratch

13. Always carry a book with you

14. Take at least one photo with your camera or phone

15. Laugh and smile

16. Stretch

17. Call your parents

18. Write everyday in your blog

19. Take a walk

20. Plan mini and big trips

21. Be thankful for your friends and health

22. Return stuff, a borrowed book/dvd is far better than a monetary fine

23. Sit and do nothing for 5 minutes

24. Drink beer or wine with dinner

25. Organize your belongings

26. Be creative in how you approach things

Also, it's important to recognize when things are not good for you:

1. If you don't find passion in what you are doing, don't do it anymore

2. Sometimes taking a step back is better than being in control

3. Patience is a virtue (and I am not just saying that because I am job hunting)