A guide to super-charging your life.
We all know that woman who jumps out of bed and instantly looks
glamorous yet subtly casual; that woman who doesn't’t have crumbs on her
new suit or bags under her eyes. The high-powered, super smart, well
off woman we all want to be is only seven steps away. Follow these tips
and become your very own, real-life wonder woman (cape not included):
Get a wonder woman glow
If you look great, you feel great and there’s nothing that makes you look better than a clear complexion and glowing, fresh skin.
Some skin products can cost a fortune though. To cut costs, ditch the
branded products and make your own. Simple items from your fridge and
cupboard will work wonders on dull or spotty skin. Take a good dollop of
natural yoghurt and apply to your face. Leave the yoghurt mask on for
20 minutes, and then wash off. Another effective face mask is the honey
and aspirin treatment. Crush two aspirins and add to one tablespoon of
organic or manuka honey. Apply to your face and wash off after 20
minutes. The aspirin contains beta-hydroxy, an ingredient that will
refresh your skin.
Get a wonder woman job
If Monday’s make you feel sick with dread then it is time you got
yourself a job you love. It is estimated that we will spend around 1800
hours at work each year. 1800! A lot of women stay in jobs they dislike
because they don’t really know what they want to do. To figure out what
career you’re best suited to make a top 10 list of things you really
enjoy. It doesn't’t matter if the things you like don’t seem
work-related. For example, if you like meeting with friends and talking
through their problems, you could think about going on a counselling
course. Or if you love to go for walks in the countryside, you could
consider becoming a tour guide. Even if you need to work hard to get new
qualifications, be brave and do it because the rewards are worth it.
Get a wonder woman romance
If your boyfriend constantly lets you down and makes you unhappy
seriously think about whether he’s worth it. If your friend was dating
him, what would you advise her? Although everyone deserves a Prince
Charming your relationships are in your control and if it’s not
working move on. Life is too short. If you’re single and looking for the
one then be open-minded. Date people you may not think you’re attracted
to or typically get on with. But before you look for a man, make sure
you are in a good place – are you happy, healthy and feeling confident?
Don’t rely on a man to get these things for you because they can’t. If
you’re in a positive place you’ll also attract more positive guys.
Get wonder woman friends
As sad as it is the eternal promise of BFF doesn't’t often work out.
Friends move on, physically or emotionally, and it can be hard to find
decent replacements. To get a gal group you need to get out there. Go to
any parties you’re invited to and when you’re there don’t stand like a
lemon in the corner. Talk to people and mingle. Go to classes that you
have a real interest in and organise socials. Volunteering is also a
great way to meet new people. If you’re not ready to break your BFF pact
yet and would prefer to work on your relationships then the number one
thing to do is be honest. Women often find it difficult to be totally
truthful to friends. Address any issues head on; if they’re worth it,
they’ll hang on and work at it.
Get a wonder woman schedule
The clock is our enemy and the only way to battle it is to get
organised. Begin by cutting down on time-consuming chores like cooking.
Make big batches of dinners when you have a free afternoon – like
curries, chillies, soups and lasagnes – then freeze them. These can
become healthy and quick ready meals. Your next job is to make time for
things you enjoy. If you want to read more or would love to learn a
language, buy an audio CD or download a podcast that you can listen to
on your commute. Finally, cut out anything that you don’t get pleasure
from – bad friends, useless TV shows, hobbies you now hate. Time is far
too precious to waste, so be a little selfish and only use your free
time doing things you love.
Get a wonder woman bank account
Let’s face it, whether we love it or loathe it, money is important and
figuring out how to bulk up our bank accounts is something we’d all like
to do. First of all, make a money diary. Make a list of everything you
spend in one month. You might be surprised how the little things, like
an alfresco lunch or a cute lipstick, add up. Then look at some of your
larger bills – your gym membership, your car, your rent. What could you
reduce? Could you cancel your gym membership and work out from home or
in your lunch hour? Could you share lifts or use your bike to get
around? If cutting expenses isn’t your style think about making some
extra money. Think about the skills you have and how you could use them
to make extra money – such as tutoring or freelancing.
Get a wonder woman diet
Dieting is difficult. We all try to change our eating habits for a
better figure, clearer skin and more energy, but typically we return to
our normal dieting ways. One of the biggest hurdles we all fall over is
cutting out some of the more filling foods, like potatoes and meats.
Instead of cutting them completely, make sure you eat smaller portions
of carbohydrate and protein for lunch and dinner. This will ensure you
are fuller for longer and will help you resist fattier treats. As well
as cutting down on certain foods make sure you get munching on some of
these female-friendly foods too: salmon (for enhancing your mood), flax
seeds (for preventing IBS and arthritis),
tomatoes (to help prevent breast cancer), cranberries (for preventing
urinary infections) and spinach (for reducing swelling and bloating).
Culled from Health24
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