100 Ways to be Elegant ~ An Update
Good Morning,
Well, we have had our first half week of school and it is going well so far. Golf season begins next week and it is going to be a busy time for us. We will have at least 2 golf meets a week and that is always hard but Lauren needs the activity so here we go!
In today’s post, I wanted to talk about a post that I share the first month that I started my blog in 2014. It was called “100 Ways to be Elegant”. Now I of course did not write this list but still love reading it.
While reading it I noticed that this list was created 11 years ago! I can’t believe it’s been that long already. I started reading the list and I still do so many of these things but one of them stuck out to me the most this time and that was number 53 “be quietly self-confident”. As I approach 40 I find myself rethinking things a lot and re-evaluating my life.
photo via Instagram
Now that I have a new position at the office and I am in management I find that my expectations of myself are higher. I don’t want to get caught up in the petty office shenanigans. I always want to rise above things and it is not easy. But having quiet self-confidence is something that I am striving for now.
Another tip from the list that is sticking out to me is number 74, “think before you speak and act. Ask yourself, can anything good come from this”? I have asked myself that questions a few times in the last few months. “Is it really necessary for me to address this?”
Using wisdom these days is becoming an elegant thing to do. Using wisdom brings peace to the mind and emotions. As I continue to read this list, I am reminded that I do many of these items every day, and makes me smile. It lets me know that I am a woman of substance and I care deeply about beautiful living. How about you? Have you read this list more than once? Has it helped you in any way since you have seen it on the blog? Let me know in the comments section below.
Also, I wanted to let everyone know that the boutique’s new arrival is ready for purchase. The Stella Bow Satchel is a new addition and comes in two colors, rose pink and grey. I hope you all enjoy the new arrival and don’t forget to share photos of you in your purchases! I would love to see everyone in their boutique item.
Have a great weekend everyone!
Lauren is on the golf team? Fun! My parents golf and my husband golfs (as does his family), so golf is a big thing around here. This post found me at a great time. I have been in a mentor position for a new employee and while rewarding, she is quick to get upset with others and create situations. Remaining supportive, while staying out of these situations, does require me to pause and think before I speak and act. It seems like people naturally expect you to get involved in their situations! A quote I like is, “Get into the habit of asking yourself: ‘Does this support the life I’m trying to create?'” Another big congratulations on your new management position!
Hi Kelsie!
Yes Lauren is on a golf team. She isn’t the greatest but we need her involved in a sport otherwise she will just sit. Congrats to you on the mentor position! How great! That speaks volumes of you
I completely understand the childish situations that people can put you in. It’s hard. Your quote is right on point. Does it create the life I want? I couldn’t agree with you more! Thank you Kelsie for the reminder!
Numbers 31 and 38 are very important lessons😊🌺💗
Yes they are! Kindness is so important now. I hope we can all see that soon!