“Women who behave seldom make history.” – Comedian Judy Gold* This weekend I watched a documentary on women in comedy on Showtime that reminded me of what many women say about turning 40 — you just don’t care as much what people think any more. You say what you think with more abandon on one […] Read more…
Archive of ‘Self & Wellness’ category
How To Get Rid Of The Voice In Your Head That Says “I’m Not Ready”
I have long been a fan of Tara Sophia Mohr and her straight-forward and actionable philosophy on gaining confidence. This is an interview I did with her a little over a year ago on her “Playing Big” program. I find it a good reminder and a great program to check out if you are interested! […] Read more…
An Ode To The Twin Towers — Remembering and Looking Forward
Today I’m sharing a tribute to the Twin Towers and the skyline of NYC. A bit out of character for 40:20 Vision but it all came tumbling out. ~ Yesterday morning after I wrote my post I sat and thought about if — and what — to tweet about 9/11. I couldn’t. While so much […] Read more…
Five Women On What They Know Now
Today, five women reflect on a what they wish they knew then. A common theme is learning to embrace uncertainty. Don’t let it prevent you from enjoying—or experiencing — the actual moment you are living in. “It is your attitude that will make […] Read more…
Don’t Wait For Life In The Wings – Own It.
Your 20s are not a stepping stone to real life…enjoy them. Everything in your 20s are firsts. Your first place on your own. First job. First taste of financial independence, freedom and things like that. But at the same time still there’s […] Read more…
How to Celebrate a Birthday
Today we have a post on the true ingredients needed for a meaningful celebration from Stephanie Florence, 40:20 Vision’s contributing / Millennial editor. ~ I recently celebrated the 30th birthday of a good friend and if I learned anything it’s how to celebrate one. More importantly, it got me thinking about the […] Read more…
Living at Home: Avoiding Debt at the Cost of Independence?
A record number of millennials are living at home. Are they living the high life or avoiding the high cost of living? It’s much more the latter but it does make me wonder if this trend will extend the era of delayed adulthood. According to a Pew Research study, 21.6 million young […] Read more…
Moving past “hot mess” chic
I’ll confess it: I’m a recovering hot mess. In the years after college, I was often self-deprecating and unconfident, minimizing my achievements and playing demure as a means to connect—especially with men. I struggled to get concrete about what I wanted in work and in love. I see these kinds of adorably flustered young female […] Read more…