Wow ladies great interaction on our blog and Facebook page following our Resolution #3 post.

Thank you all so much for taking the time to share your favorite self-care pampering tips.

The WINNER of the free pedicure from Soothe Spa was Pamela Cull.

If you missed her post, here is what she had to share…

 “As soon as I step my foot in through the door after work I start doing housework and tending to my family. I try marking off tasks from my to-do list until I’ve missed my bedtime and spent the entire evening accomplishing what seems like the smallest of chores. While this is still the case, more often than not, I take an evening once every week and when I get off work I treat myself BEFORE going home to face the madness. Lots of times it’s a green tea and a book at a coffee shop or I love to go see a movie at the theatres that I’VE wanted to see. Another favorite is an after work drink with some girlfriends. This helps getting things off your chest when you need a good chat”. As soon as I step my foot in through the door after work I start doing housework and tending to my family. I try marking off tasks from my to-do list until I’ve missed my bedtime and spent the entire evening accomplishing what seems like the smallest of chores. While this is still the case, more often than not, I take an evening once every week and when I get off work I treat myself BEFORE going home to face the madness. Lots of times it’s a green tea and a book at a coffee shop or I love to go see a movie at the theatres that I’VE wanted to see. Another favorite is an after work drink with some girlfriends. This helps getting things off your chest when you need a good chat”

I love that she bolded the word BEFORE. Ladies this is critical if we are going to keep or sanity as a busy Mom. This practice is also at the core of our LYL philosophy…you have to give to yourself FIRST before you can give to others. It’s NOT selfish it’s self-love!

Pamela ends her post by sharing how much she enjoys blowing off some steam with her girlfriends over drinks, which is a GREAT lead into our LYL Fall Resolution #4!!!

Resolution #4 – Schedule a Regular Date with Your Girlfriend

When was the last time you had a girl’s night out?

When was the last time you enjoyed a coffee or lunch with a friend?

As a busy Mom you need this time with, or without the kids. So again make the best use of your lunch break and meet a girlfriend for lunch or squeeze in a quick drink and chat before you head home for the day.

Or if you are a stay at home mom plan a playdate so you can chat or vent while the little ones play or nap. Or as tough as you may think it might be to arrange a girl’s night out, get out your calendar and make it work!

Looking forward to a date with a girlfriend can offer great relief from the stressors of your daily routine. Remember other Moms can relate to your stress, so make time for your girlfriends. Invite the opportunity to you share your struggles, and joys of parenthood by surrounding yourself with like-minded women who can offer support, a hug or a good laugh to help get you through the day.

Here at LYL, celebrating our journey together is a HUGE part of our client’s experience. We always make sure to plan a ladies night out after every Fabulicious Figure and Hot for the Holidays Program.  These parties have become the highlight of the program.

And just this past weekend I hosted an End of Summer Bash at my home for our clients. Mimosa’s and Sangria were enjoyed by many! J

We believe that surrounding ourselves with positive, supportive and encouraging women is key to enjoying a healthy and more balanced life.

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So tell me, what things do to enjoy some quality time with your girlfriends

WIN a FREE round of drinks from me!!!!

Take the time to post in the comment box below or share on our Facebook page and tonight at 8pm I will select one lucky winner and treat her and her girlfriends to a FREE round of drinks at Blue on Water.

Remember we are in this together!

Your friend and coach,

Courtney

P.S. Stay tuned as Monday I will be sharing our Fall LYL Resolution #5. If you’re in need of some lunch box ideas for you and your kiddies you don’t want to miss this post. PLUS, I will be sharing some VERY exciting news!!!