Category Archives: Happiness

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The Elements of Change

Posted on August 11, 2010 by Lacy

‘Without accepting the fact that everything changes, we cannot find perfect composure. But unfortunately, although it is true, it is difficult for us to accept it. Because we cannot accept the truth of transience, we suffer.’ ~Shunryu Suzuki I wrote … Continue reading →

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TEDxBoulder: Inspiring!

Posted on August 10, 2010 by Lacy

On Saturday, I went to the TEDxBoulder event and it was astonishing!  If you haven’t heard, TED is a small nonprofit devoted to Ideas Worth Spreading. Their website hosts videos of all sorts of fascinating people giving short talks on … Continue reading →

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The Photoshop Effect

Posted on August 7, 2010 by Lacy

One of my favorite style bloggers has turned her eye to body image, and she’s got a great post on the so-called Photoshop effect. Reality Revised: The Photoshop Effect. These videos show just how easy it is to manipulate a … Continue reading →

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Free: Great Blog

Posted on May 11, 2010 by Lacy

I just found a new blog that is AWESOME. Healthy Girl is a blog about food and body issues founded by Sunny Sea Gold, a health editor at Glamour magazine. And it’s awesome! Here’s a gem from today: I just … Continue reading →

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Free: Madly in Love with Me Kit

Posted on May 4, 2010 by Lacy

Saturday, February 13th is International Self-Love Day. I’ve been reading about it over at Christine Arylo’s website and today, on the Weightless blog where Margarita has a Q&A with her that has some really inspiring stuff. Self-love is the unwavering, … Continue reading →

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Real Life is not Real Simple

Posted on October 26, 2009 by Lacy

This thought stuck with me today as I was reading my blog reader: “It’s fun to read magazines that give us tips and ideas, but don’t lose sight of the fact that these magazines are for entertainment, not for new … Continue reading →

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Baby Steps

Posted on October 19, 2009 by Lacy

I’m embarking on a season of self-discovery! Those of you who have been reading for a while will not be shocked to learn that I’m looking for a way to eat healthfully and get fitter without resorting to a diet … Continue reading →

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V. Important Information

Posted on September 1, 2009 by Lacy

GUYS. I found out something very important this weekend: I weigh only 3 pounds more than Tyra Banks. THAT’S RIGHT. Tyra and I are like SISTERS we’re so much alike. Can’t you see it? OK. Well, the thought that she … Continue reading →

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Love Your Inner Child

Posted on April 30, 2009 by Lacy

I had a really weird thought the other day. It was the culmination of a couple of ideas coming together. I decided to try swimming again for exercise, and I’ve been twice now. I really love swimming. It’s a pain … Continue reading →

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Revelation

Posted on March 11, 2009 by Lacy

I have a confession to make: I walked down the Slim Fast aisle at the grocery store on Sunday. I was really REALLY tempted to buy a box of the stuff. Just to “kick start” my weight loss. Just for … Continue reading →

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