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Monthly Archives: March 2012
*Raises Hand* “Guilty!!!” (img)
Kindness isn’t always sweet…
Know what occurred to me earlier? Kindness isn’t always expressed in a pleasant sounding voice. Sometimes it’s disappointing when someone makes a decision that’s for our own best interest.
30 Day Book Challenge: Day 21-Favorite picture book from childhood
Reblogged from Olivia's Opinions:
If you have read my blog for a while, you recognize this book! I loved Princess of the Midnight Ball, which is a retelling of this story. I have had this book ever since I can remember! I love the ornate illustrations in it!
I really hope to share this book with my (maybe) little kids someday!
:) Olivia
Favorite pic from a children's book: http://bit.ly/H4lYc5
History Of Design [INFOGRAPHIC]
Dalai Lama awarded 2012 Templeton Prize for spiritual work
Reblogged from National Post | Life:
Tibet’s Buddhist leader the Dalai Lama has won the 2012 Templeton Prize worth US$1.7-million for his work affirming the spiritual dimension of life, the U.S.-based John Templeton Foundation said on Thursday.
The spiritual leader “vigorously focused on the connections between the investigative traditions of science and Buddhism as a way to better understand and advance what both disciplines might offer the world”, the foundation said in a statement.
Can I Be Fully Me?: Stages of Relational Development
“…it takes thirty years to mature emotionally,…”
Guide To Creating Personas [INFOGRAPHIC]
Can love make you healthier and more immune to disease? #Love #Health …
Can love improve mental and physical health and aid in our response to pain?
Can love make us wiser?
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Included in this post is a link to an interesting piece by Diane Ackerman on a new field in science, interpersonal neurobiology (in other words, the science of relationships).
The fundamental idea of interpersonal neurobiology draws its vigor from one of the great discoveries of our era: that the brain is constantly rewiring itself based on daily life.
What we pay most attention to defines who we are — physically altering our brains…
The article argues that how one chooses to spend the hours in our lives literally shapes our physical selves.
Caitlin Flanagan: Combating cupcake culture
Reblogged from National Post | Arts:
By Kate Carraway
Caitlin Flanagan’s new book Girl Land posits that adolescent girls, negotiating the difficult transition from children to young women, are met with a culture that seeks to exploit and endanger them sexually. Flanagan (a contributor to The Atlantic and an often elegant writer who just as often applies a smug and wilful ignorance to established feminist arguments), writes that girls long “to be in two places at once: the safety of little girlhood, with the stuffed animals and the jump ropes and the simplicity of childhood, but also in the new place, in the arms of a lover whom she wants to ravish her, to deliver her to new shores.”
Confidently “un-pretty”. (images)
When I worked full time in corporate America, I was always polished and groomed at the office. I worked in an environment where presentation and details made a huge impact on the perception of one’s sense of professionalism.
That said, it was always so refreshing to become “un-pretty” during weekends.
What does it mean to be “un-pretty”? First, let’s take a look at what “pretty” means:
I define ‘pretty’ as being polite, pleasant and polished. ”Pretty” is the very essence of being a lady — coiffed hair, a manicure, a poise presentation, warm, approachable and socially graceful. (Think of a house party’s hostess – friendly and sociable). Someone “pretty” offers you coffee and cookies when you visit their homes. The “pretty” girl tells you how great you look (to simplify the concept); she is concerned about whether or not you’re comfortable and considers what your preferences are.
When I use the term “un-pretty”, I’m not implying that I made an effort to look unattractive (although, a lot of times, this was the case). What I mean is, my style of presentation was less ladylike and lacked the polish and niceties one would expect from a pageant-trained woman.
How does one achieve a “pretty” look?
Feminine make up highlighting the shape of one’s eyes + full lips + groomed brows and hairstyle + polished ready-to-face-the-camera style + tailored and put-togehter – any piece of hair out of place
I love the “un-pretty” side of my closet as much as the polished and tailored pieces I own. It’s necessary, at times, to wear wrinkled shirts, athletic shoes, cotton tees and unruly hair. I say this because I think it’s an advantage to be comfortable even without having to project the socially-constructed version of “girl”. You can be attractive in various ways — wearing pearls and a tiara or sneakers and a baseball cap.
To me, an un-pretty style can convey the gritty sexiness of Marlon Brando’s Stanley Kowalski.
Un-pretty means dressing with style without having to make a lot of effort — in So Cal this laid-back style is one that many non- L.A. natives try very hard to emulate. It’s the confidence in one’s self without having to look like a doll who took two hours to apply make up.
It’s an image that actors and models (who spend their working days in full make-up) naturally have on their days off. A look that conveys the understanding that if they wanted to, they could very well shave their scruff and be as pretty as they come. The “unpretty” girl doesn’t necessarily say ‘please’ or ‘thank you’ in a bubbly voice. She may give you a smirk or a nod of acknowledgement if she’s pleased with you.
Simplified, the “unpretty” girl asks you for a smoke without taking into consideration whether or not you approve of her smoking. She is not as self-conscious as her socially-graceful “pretty” girl counterpart.
How does one achieve this un-pretty too-cool-to-care style?
“undone hair” + cotton tee + element of relaxed or athletic gear – bubbly persona – string of pearls – “matchy-matchy” accessories + grit + attitude…
It’s an image that says, “I’ve got better things to do than try and please everyone I encounter on the street. I’m more than just eye-candy and amusement — I’ve got more important roles to play.”
I’m sure Sienna Miller (above) is a very pleasant and classy lady. However, I can guarantee that there are probably times when she could care less about what flavor cupcake would make your day. On those days, if you stopped her in the street to chat with her about your exciting new puppy and tell her that it would be really cool to have a picture of you two together, she would somehow let you know that there are other priorities in her day that are a bit more important than hearing your about your puppy’s outfit and how much you’d love to update your Facebook profile picture.
Do you have an “un-pretty” side? How do you celebrate it?
Meg@PoniesLLC.com
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Congratulations, B. (Book: So L.A.)
ABOUT
Beautiful Magdalena de la Cruz breezed through Berkeley and built an empire selling designer water. She’d never felt awkward or unattractive… until she moved to Los Angeles. In L.A. where “everything smells like acetone and Errol Flynn” Magdalena attempts to reinvent herself as a geographically appropriate bombshell—with rhinestones, silicone and gin—as she seeks an escape from her unraveling marriage and the traumatic death of her younger brother, Junah.
Magdalena’s Los Angeles is glitzy and glamorous but also a landscape of the absurd. Her languidly lyrical voice provides a travel guide for a city of make-believe, where even Hollywood insiders feel left out.
Win $5K to pay off your student loans! (Skillshare.com)
Response to: Gender, Age & Professionalism discussion
I wrote the following earlier this week, but, unfortunately, it looks like it was never posted:
I can’t thank all of you enough for your generous time and willingness to share your professional and wise insight regarding professionalism, age & gender. I recognize that you have no obligation to read this let alone take the time to write such helpful advice. I’m overwhelmed by your support and connection. The lack of clarity between professional men/women’s intentions can create confusion and frustration. Your insight serves everyone – irrespective of gender or other irrelevant classification. I speak for all who read and help write our blogs and sites – Thank you for your help. Social Media would be worthless if not for its ability to effectively and respectfully exchange valuable ideas and perspectives with people…Most especially those who would never have had the “social wherewithal” to receive such helpful insight.
All the best, 3P & associates.
Thanks to:
Dian
Deborah Thomas
MJS
Deb Babbit (@DebBabbit)
Jeff Rickard
princessscribe
RongHua Ching (@Asiabroadcast)
Joe Passkiewicz
Senecea Jefferson
Bobby Umar
OOC
Dean Guest
AJ Borrowsky
FluidAsbo
Iesley Whyte
ResumeSmith
Nicco
Douglas Park
Seth Carginolo (@carge77)
Laura Hunt (@LauraHuntStyle)
Sally Hanan (@inksnatcher)
moxiecouture
Murhphy Palmer
…and others who continue to read and provide feedback.
Fill in the blank: ________________ make adults insecure. (Vote & share!) Thank you.
You WILL stumble…
Take a step towards your biggest dreams..with the expectation that you will inevitably stumble during your journey. #prettypinkponies
— prettypinkponies (@prettypinkpro) March 13, 2012
How would you describe the “Pink Ponies” brand? (discussion)
Hello, friends! In 25 words or less, how would you describe your initial impression of Pretty Pink Ponies?
Thanks in advance for your input.
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Laundry
Even heroes have “what-do-I-wear?” probems.
#Supergirl
More on professional wear: Harper Bazaar’s How to Dress for Success article
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Women In Business (Infographic)
“Losing friends” to adulthood…
girlfriends
“I’m pregnant”, she happily delivers in a text message. Continue reading
What are you reading???
You + Social Media = Career Advancement??? (#HBRChat Transcript)
What role does Social Media play in career advancement?
Harvard Business Review’s weekly chat discusses the topic with us…
Hoard Much?! Donate Professional Clothing to a Good Cause!!!
We’re proud to have worked closely with Dress For Success and the organization’s clients since late 2010 when they officially opened the doors of their West Coast headquarters in Hollywood. Continue reading
