2019 - Flattery

How To Love Your Own Life In 10 Little Ways

by Mark Jenkinsupdated on August 14, 2020December 19, 2019Leave a Comment

Dear Flattery Readers,
Hi there! I’m Nicole, a Coach for Life Skills and a Counselor. I also consider myself an expert interior decorator and gardener.
New Year is fast approaching.
New Year brings many resolutions and decisions on what we want to change in our lives.
The problem is that many of us don’t keep up with the resolutions we make, and so they often don’t have the impactful, life-changing effect that we desire.
I was invited by Emily to share 10 questions to promote your thinking patterns into recognizing the things that fill you with joy and the ones that fill you with distress. The …

Beauty

All You Need To Know About L’Oréal Blondifier Hair Product

by Emily Wilsonupdated on April 1, 2020December 19, 2019Leave a Comment

I cut my split ends this summer and changed my hair color to ash-blonde highlights.
New hair, new woman – right?
I did not want to compromise my healthy hair with highlights, and having silky, healthy, fresh and shiny hair is very important to me. To get all that, I tried out the Blonidier From L’Oreal.
It was made for colored, bleached and highlighted blondes. It is a great pick if you have hair with any blond strands in it! It will keep you cool and fabulous and perfect all season long.
The Blondifier Cool makes your blonde hair look fresh because it has acai berry extracts inside. It …

Recipes

Yummy Banana And Coconut Pancakes For Breakfast

by Emily Wilsonupdated on April 1, 2020December 19, 2019Leave a Comment

Make these yummy pancakes with just 3 ingredients – they are full of flavor, fluffy and very sweet!
The only 3 ingredients you need are eggs, coconut flour, and bananas.
We absolutely love them, and so will you! As a wonderful bonus, they are gluten-free and very good for you!
Cooking Tips: This recipe is for 8 pancakes.
Preparation Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Ingredients:
3 bananas (ripe)
6 big eggs
1/3 cup of coconut flour
1/4 cup of coconut butter or oil (made for cooking)
Instructions:
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Recipes

Apple-Banana Bread: The Perfect, Gluten-Free Breakfast

by Emily Wilsonupdated on April 1, 2020December 18, 2019Leave a Comment

Baking nutritious meals is a key ingredient to getting your day off with a good start. Some would also recommend fish in the diet too.
Pieces of bread, loaves, and muffins filled with fruits, seeds, and vegetables are the perfect complement to the season.
Apple-Banana bread is gluten-free so everyone in the family can enjoy it. You can always change the recipes to using whole wheat or regular flour. You don’t need to add a lot of refined sugar because the fruits are naturally very sweet. You may even choose not to add any sugar at all.
The bread is comforting, moist, and hearty. Your children will absolutely love it …

Living

10 Symptoms Of A Low Self-Esteem And The Ultimate Cure

by Mark Jenkinsupdated on April 1, 2020December 12, 2019Leave a Comment

Mood swings have a habit of hitting you from nowhere.
One minute you’re really into your daily routine and acing at life, and the next minute, you’re feeling blue, and you’re back to destructive thinking patterns, belittling yourself and hating everything about you.
Can you relate?
Healthy self-esteem, just like low self-esteem, has signed:

You take care of yourself and get what you need.
You’re intentional about taking responsibility for your life and actions
You are open to learning new things
You are open to making new friends
You know you worth
You…

Beauty

Protect Your Skin From Winter With These 10 Beauty Products

by Emily Wilsonupdated on January 10, 2020December 1, 2019Leave a Comment

Winter is fast approaching, and you cannot let it destroy your skin.
Your skin needs more attention now than ever, and you must defend it from the cold, harsh weather and the winds. You must be equipped with skincare brands that you can trust.
You want to choose a skincare regime that will benefit your skin the most and keep you well hydrated and glowing for the entire season.
These 10 skin products listed are well researched and well trusted. They make me look fresh even when I haven’t slept enough at night and are perfect for a wide range of skin tones. They contain antioxidants, vitamins, hyaluronic acid and many …

Beauty

Tips To Aging Gracefully

by Emily Wilsonupdated on January 10, 2020November 10, 2019Leave a Comment

It is funny how quickly time flies. Before you know it, you’re entering your golden years, yet you still feel like a teenager at heart!
Aging gracefully is a gift – a gift that can be developed. You can enjoy your golden years as much as you did your younger days – because each season of life is beautiful in its own way, and there are always new things to learn every day!
1. Do not be negative about it
Nobody likes admitting the fact that they are getting older. It is in our nature to be negative about it. Don’t do that! Take responsibility for your life and choose to enjoy it! Aging does not have to be the …

Style

3 Tips for Making Your Current Clothes Become Even More Stylish

by Emily Wilsonupdated on August 3, 2021October 10, 2019Leave a Comment

1. Be Brave With Colours!
Add a touch of Marina Blue and Grenadine Red to your clothes. They will instantly make you look a lot more in vogue, while slowly transitioning to the fall style.
Use laundry stain removers to protect your colorful clothes.
2. Wear Winter Whites
Winter whites look just as great in autumn. As soft cream blouses, and other outfits with parchment tones and oyster tones to your daily wear. It will make you look cozy and cute.
3. Go Retro
Old styles are so in vogue right now!
Go dig deep and bring out your high school geometric prints. Add a leather jacket and …

Style

3 Style Tips to Transition Summer Outfits to Autumn Outfits

by Emily Wilsonupdated on August 3, 2021September 20, 2019Leave a Comment

Autumn is fast approaching, no matter how much we wish for summer to last forever.
As the temperatures begin to drop, your outfits have to change too – a layering of clothes, and boots, and the like.
I don’t like saying goodbye to the Summer, so I like to greet Autumn slowly – by gradually changing my summer outfits into outfits suitable for the weather, but at the same wearing my summer clothes for as long as it’s appropriate.
These 3 tips will help you transition your outfits:
1. Wear long-sleeved T-shirts Under Your Summer Dresses
You don’t have to give up maxi dresses immediately after …

Recipes

Surprise Your Visitors With Your Tasty Homemade Stromboli

by Emily Wilsonupdated on August 3, 2021August 10, 2019Leave a Comment

It is best to entertain your guests in simple but elegant and joyful ways.
Hosting should never cause you too much stress and sweat – it should be full of joy and laughter, and delicious meals, most especially during the holiday season.
I like to make tasty appetizers and easy dishes so I won’t get too stressed and my kitchen won’t be extremely messy before my visitors arrive.
To accomplish this, I pick fresh, exciting meals dull or flavored. No guest is left unsatisfied and unimpressed!
Maestro and San Daniele, dry Italian meat, is literally always in my fridge. It is always a hit with guests!
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