It all started with a simple suggestion. A couple of years ago, a friend told me to download the Audible app from Amazon and listen to the audiobook Essentialism by Greg McKeown. She said it’d change my life – and it did! I’ve always enjoyed books, but since I’m often so busy, it’s challenging to find […]
If you spend any time on social media, then you’ve probably seen #MondayMotivation quotes pop up in your feed every so often. From empowering #GirlBoss images to motivating #RiseandGrind photos, social media is often filled these types of messages on Monday mornings. Since your mindset determines your path, it’s worth your effort to mentally Continue Reading
As the creator of Inspirations & Celebrations, my mission is to educate and empower women through inspiration and information. While I often write fashion, beauty, and lifestyle guides – the underlying message behind everything on I&C is to love and value yourself as a woman of worth. Since International Women’s Day has Continue Reading
If one of your New Year’s Resolutions is to take better care of yourself, then reading inspiring books is a great way to start. When we stimulate our minds and encourage ourselves to think differently, we end up making positive changes in our lives. Whether you’re feeling motivated to set new goals or you want to […]
In September, I spoke on the Influencer Panel at the Style Collective Conference in New York City. In case you didn’t know, the Style Collective is an empowering organization of women who support and help each other to become successful. In addition to being the founder of SC, Annie Spano is also the host of […]
Finding inspiring female role models can sometimes be challenging. While there are more successful women than ever (which is wonderful), to be honest – social media images often show a lack of wholesome values. With the explosion of social media in our daily lives, the number of women that have an influence over us is […]
The #GirlBoss Guide to Woman-Owned Beauty Brands – 12 Beauty Entrepreneurs Share Their Expert Advice
From cosmetics queens like Bobbi Brown to skincare evangelists like Jennifer Yen, more women are becoming beauty entrepreneurs in the booming $500 billion-dollar beauty industry. Whether they’re launching toxic-free skincare companies, innovative personal care franchises, transformative haircare or cosmetics lines, with so many woman-owned Continue Reading
From Pumpkin Spice Lattés to cozy evening spent curled up in front of the fireplace, the month of October is always one of the best times of the year to celebrate life’s joyful little moments. To inspire us to enjoy each and every day this month, the Action for Happiness organization has shared with us […]
During New York Fashion Week in early September 2018, the Style Collective hosted the #SCCon18 Conference at a high-rise building across from the Empire State Building in New York City. The inspiring day-long event brought together women from all parts of the country (from California to Atlanta and beyond), who work in a variety of Continue Reading
Since September is recognized as Self-Care Awareness Month, it’s a great time to refocus your energy on mental, physical, and emotional wellness. From beauty-boosting skincare routines to calming mindfulness techniques, self-care is the best way to reconnect with your inner self by giving you the positive attention you deserve. When you Continue Reading
Your home should be your personal sanctuary – a place that feels as comforting as it looks beautiful. Short of painting your walls a cheery yellow color and adding smiley face decorations everywhere (which would probably make it look more like a Fun House), there are easier ways to make your home feel happier (while […]
This post is sponsored by Snapfish. All opinions are my own. Life coaches and self-help experts often encourage us to create vision boards as a way to help us think about and create the life we’ve always wanted. A vision board is a curated collection of inspiring images, motivational messages, and symbols that can help […]
