Top Her Couture

1. Admit when you need a break. So often we push ourselves far beyond our mental and physical limits. This is often for a worthy cause, an important goal, or a valued relationship. Unfortunately, when we sacrifice our needs to keep working or giving and “push through,” we frequently sacrifice the quality of what we are doing as well. If I have a week full of deadlines or commitments, I will often award myself a timeout. That might mean taking an evening off and just watching TV, curling up with a book, taking a leisurely walk with the dog, or maybe even taking a much-needed nap. Taking a break can renew your energy and allows you to tackle projects with improved productivity and new perspectives. 2. Commit to yourself. Smartphones and other technologies have made it even easier to over-commit our time and resources. Without even trying, I used to fill my week with coffee dates, book clubs, volunteering, and other appointments. With my life planned out by the hour, time wi...

1. Love is a choice. Just because you choose to love someone, doesnot mean they will accept it nor choose to love you back. 2. Every opportunity has a shelf life. We tend to miss out on the best parts of life out of fear. Courage is the only remedy. 3. We have to decide who to trust, who likes us for who we are, and who just wants something from us. 4. Quality not quantity. No matter how many people we know, if try are not genuine; we will always be thirsty. We will never know who we love, like, admire, etc. as we will spread ourselves too thin. Six to 12 very close friends is a good number. Each one should add something to your life and vice versa. Do not find out how precious someone is the hard way. 5. Time is one of the most precious gifts we can give. 6. All of the gifts God has given us may not be used the way we thought or when we think is best. Be patient and never lose faith! 7. Sometimes being lost is so close to being found. 8. Who we are is not def...