Let’s explore why we get more grumpy as we age. In this episode, Stephanie discusses practical strategies to combat the reasons behind the grumpiness.
She delves into some of the possible causes, such as hormonal changes, physical ailments, loneliness, and the impact of a changing world on our mental health.
Stephanie emphasises the importance of maintaining social connections, having a sense of purpose, and taking care of both physical and mental health to prevent grumpiness in older age.
For resources and information around accountability coaching and personal styling, check out: https://www.brightred.co.nz/
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How to shop for clothes when its a struggle (or you hate shopping)
Clients come to me for many reasons but one of them is that they just do not find shopping for clothes an easy or pleasurable experience. In this podcast I have unpacked 10 barriers to shopping for clothes and given some practical, real life suggestions on how to overcome these challenges. The challenges are:
You think you don't (or you actually don't) have enough money for clothes
Clothes only serve to prevent nakedness or to keep you warm and its stressful when you have to wear something for looks
Don’t like your body
Have no idea what suits your colouring
You haven’t shopped for ages and you don’t know what’s available in the shops
Your body has radically changed shape and you don’t know how to shop for it
You have got older and don’t know what suits you
You don’t know what’s appropriate for your life now as you have a new job / kids / are self-employed / have moved cites or countries
You have a very opinionated partner / friend / other person in your life who undermines your confidence so you are unsure what to buy
You don’t know where to start
Listen to my podcast for suggestions and ideas on how to overcome these challenges.
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Episode 51 - How to layer
Another style dilemma I am often asked to solve involves helping my clients with layering their clothing. Whether its for warmth or style it can be challenging in both instances.
Layering is often in three or more parts:
1. Base layer garments: sports bras, singlets, camisoles, slips, thermals.
2. Mid layers: t shirts, shorts, long sleeved tops, thermals
3. Outer layers: jackets, jerseys/sweaters, blazers, coats, rain jackets
Why do we layer:
Warmth / insulation
To keep cool
Style / creativity
To cover up lumps and bumos
To give visual balance
To give you shape
To combine pattern and colour
To wear hard to match pieces
To wear pieces trans-seasonally
For fun!
Listen to my podcast to get all the tips and tricks and feel free to contact me if you want some help with this.
Enjoy!
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Episode 50 - How social pressure can affect your health choices and what to do about it.
One of things many of my accountability clients struggle with is the social pressure from others to step out of their health commitments. This often looks like consuming food or alcohol that is not aligned with their health goals. I have experienced this myself and know how tough it can be.
This podcast addresses the 'good' and 'bad' social pressures and then gives some strategies to help with sticking to your goals when others try and derail you...
How to respond and stand up for what you believe in:
Find like-minded people
Explain with confidence and be assertive - no thanks and not for me
Think of an excuse
Suggest something else to do
Avoid certain situations
Stand up for others
Ask questions of the other person – deflect
Be repetitive
Consider the results of giving in
Seek support – therapy
Enjoy and thank you for listening..
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How kinesiology can change your life...
This podcast is all about the practice and journey of kinesiology. For a science buff like me I have been blown away with the power of this practice.
Gina shares how it works and how it could help you in all aspects of your life - style, fitness, health or just general wellbeing.
To find out more check out her wonderful website:
https://www.createflow.co.nz/
New Zealand