I have found that on days when I feel my worst, making myself feel pretty ALWAYS improves my outlook on things. Something as simple as washing my face and putting on a little make-up can work wonders. Even if I'm not going anywhere. Before I know it I feel pretty, and I want to make my body feel the same way thru exercise.
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I use Mary Kay skincare and makeup. The microdermabrasion set makes my skin so soft.
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Great idea...your right...it helps to see a prettier "me" in the mirror...it makes me want to get dressed up and go out..even if it's just to the grocery store.
MNNICE11/5/2010 12:38:00 PM
This is SO true. One feeds on the other and just makes you feel like a new person!
ZELDAPLIFF11/5/2010 11:28:00 AM
even a silly little thing like putting on earrings helps sometimes.
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Think of working out like getting ready for a date. Put makeup on before you work out. You'll feel pretty the whole time you're working out. Even if you end up sweating it all off, you'll still feel pretty.212
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