I pray that you are having a wonderful Thanksgiving holiday weekend. I hope you had a chance to spend time with loved ones and show gratitude for your blessings. My hubby and I are spending a quiet weekend at home, watching movies and decorating for the Christmas and winter seasons.
One of the movies on this week’s watchlist is It’s Christmas Again. This Christmas-themed musical will be in theaters only on November 29th. In collaboration with Momentum Influencers and Mapelle Films, we had an opportunity to preview the film and offer this giveaway.
It will only be in theaters on December 29th
Synopsis After a family skiing trip is canceled, Jake Young is not in a Christmas mood. He wants to go to a friend’s party instead of watching his girlfriend portray Mary in a local church’s Christmas play. It is not until he gets knocked to his senses (literally) that he sees the true meaning of the Christmas holiday.
Here is a sneak peek of the movie
It’s Christmas Again is a modern-day musical that the whole family will enjoy. It is only being shown in theaters one day – December 29th. You don’t want to miss the dancing shepherds and Roman soldiers, so purchase tickets HERE!
Giveaway
One of our readers will win a $10 Amazon gift card.
It is simple to enter the giveaway! Leave a comment below if someone in your family needs more Christmas spirit.
The giveaway runs through Sunday, December 4th h at 11:59 pm (Central Time).
One comment will be selected randomly, and the winner will be announced on Monday, December 5th.
**Please Note: This giveaway is limited to only residents of the United States.
Disclaimer:
Many thanks to Mapelle Films fa for allowing Bubblingwithelelganceandgrace.com to preview the movie for this review. The opinions are 100% my own.
To get the most out of life and ensure that you continue to charge forward in the right direction, you must be willing to work hard and stay focused on what you want. While it’s okay to rest and take a step back at times, you also want to make sure that you don’t end up slacking too much.
Instead, you can learn how to put your best foot forward each day in life so that you can be happy and feel great. Keep in mind that it’s not about perfection but progress and consistency, so don’t get down on yourself if you have setbacks or off days.
Be Organized & Have Goals Begin by figuring out what you want out of life. Secure a job you love and work that you’re passionate about so that you feel motivated and alive when you get out of bed every morning. Be organized and have goals and documented to-do lists so that you have a plan and purpose.
Dress to Impress Put your best foot forward each day by grooming yourself and having a closet of clothes that fit well and that are fashionable. Dress to impress so that you have a way to express your personal style and feel confident in yourself. It’s not just about what you wear but how you choose to accessorize as well. Take the time to check out whatBrilliant Earth offers for fine jewelry so that you can invest in a few pieces that will allow you to truly shine.
Get Plenty of Restful Sleep Another way you can put your best foot forward each day is to get plenty ofrestful sleep. Establish a relaxing bedtime routine and try to stick to a schedule so you’re going to bed and waking up around the same time. When you are well-rested you’re more likely to perform your best at work and keep a steady and cheerful mood. Lack of sleep not only will cause you to feel sluggish and make silly mistakes but it can be bad for your health as well.
Be Proactive about Managing Your Stress Put your best foot forward daily by being proactive about managing your stress. Too much stress and anxiety can negatively impact your energy levels and ultimately what you’re able to achieve. Reduce and manage it by findingstress reduction techniques that work for you such as spending time in nature or journaling. If you are always stressed out and overwhelmed, it will be challenging to go about your day and tackle what you want to get done with a smile.
Nurture Your Mental Health One important piece of the puzzle you can’t forget about when it comes to your overall wellness is yourmental health. Find ways to nurture it and take good care of your mind and thoughts and emotions so that you don’t let them get the best of you. A lot of worrying and negative thought patterns can disrupt your flow and you may find it difficult to take on each new day with enthusiasm.
Are there friends or family members who need to change their lives for the better? You know that no matter what you have done for them or said to them, they stubbornly refuse to listen. You understand that the only way for them to change is to pray and ask God to move on their heart and help them understand why the change is necessary.
This theme is the focus of the new movie, PAUL’S PROMISE. Paul’s mother is praying for her son, battling his emotional trauma and struggle to change his life. Based on the inspiring true story of Paul Holderfield; PAUL’S PROMISEbrings to light many vital topics, including racism, faith, family, forgiveness, and facing past demons.
Here is a chance to see the movie’s trailer.
Click HERE to find a theater near you showing this impactful movie.
Giveaway Winner Announcement In conjunction with the opening of PAUL’S PROMISE in theaters, we recently offered a giveawayfor our readers. I am pleased to announce that the winner is
~~Jennifer G. ~~
Congratulations, Jennifer! Yeah! You have won a $10 Amazon gift card. We will be in contact with you about getting your prize!
To have a healthy relationship, you’ve got to make sure you are healthy. Your partner is there to be just that, your partner, not someone whose job is to look after you all the time. You’ve got to be able to look after yourself and be independent in this regard, or it’s never going to work. This is one of the boundaries that need to be set in a relationship if it has a chance of working, and that’s why we’ve written this article. Down below, we’re going to be taking a look at some of the things you have to do to be healthy yourself, so keep reading if you want to find out more.
Eating A Balanced Diet
First, you will have to look at eating a balanced diet. Adults should be able to eat a balanced diet to stay healthy themselves, and no, we’re not talking about weight. We’re talking about being internally healthy at a minimum, ensuring you get everything you need. This means making sure that you’re eating vegetables and fruits so that you can get the vitamins and minerals from your food.
Both people in the relationship should be able to do this so they do not rely too heavily on the other. It’s not your partner’s job to ensure you eat your vegetables as they are not your parent. If you don’t know how to do this, you need to learn sooner rather than later.
Regular Exercise It’s also essential that you complete some kind of regular exercise. We know that some people don’t like to exercise as they don’t like to sweat or they don’t like the feeling that they get in their body, but it’s got to be done. Your body needs this regular movement to ensure that your muscles stay healthy and that the rest of you do as well. Also, when you exercise, your body releases endorphins to help you manage the physical strain, which is why so many say they feel their best after a workout.
You don’t have to go to the gym if you don’t want to, but you need to be doing something. This might be getting up in the morning and going for a walk, or it might be going climbing together or whatever else you want to do. The important thing is that you’re active.
Kick Out Those Bad Habits Have you got any bad habits? If you do, you have got to learn to kick them to the curb so you can live your best life. Of course, you can get your partner to help you, as sometimes kicking bad habits out of your life will be extremely difficult, but first and foremost, you’ve got to want to help yourself. If you don’t, it’s never going to work, and this can significantly strain your relationship if your bad habit is negatively impacting you and others around you.
For example, it might be something like giving up smoking, or it could be something like an addiction to any kind of substance. You can receive professional help for things like this, such as at Delphi Health Group. You have to be willing to look for it and ask for it.
Good Mental Health The last thing we’ll say is that you have to do what you can to maintain good mental health. We all have bad days and go through darker periods than others, but you have got to understand how to deal with this. You can’t just shut down, block your partner out and blame them for how you feel, as this is not a healthy relationship. We’re not saying that it will be easy to do, but we’re saying that it’s something you’ll have to do if you want your relationship to be a success.
We hope that you have found this article helpful and now see some of the things you should do to keep yourself healthy. You’re never going to be able to have a successful relationship if you’re unable to remain healthy yourself, which is why working on yourself is the most important thing you can do. We wish you the best of luck and hope you manage this goal.
I hope you’re enjoying a relaxing Labor Day weekend. I am not responding to one work email today, it’s a day off and that’s what it’s going to be praise God. My hubby and I have been pretty chill after recuperating from COVID. Thank God we are getting stronger and feeling better every day. We did our first full work out and it felt good but we can’t push ourselves. Feels good to be back writing again. I must admit that I have had some great fashion finds this year. This Jason Wu dress from QVC is one of my favorites that I go back to often. This dress’s shell is 60% cotton, 36% polyester and 4% spandex with 100% cotton lining. The QVC price is $82.00, but is on sale now for $73.79. The dress is so breathable and comfortable that I had to get one more color.
I styled the dress in white floral above with my Patricia Nash leather belt, black and gold ballet flats by Mark Fisher, a handbag I purchased in Sorrento, Italy. If you notice the band on the hat is actually the belt that came with the dress. I hand sewn it to the hat and tied it in a bow for a hat luncheon that I attended.
The navy floral dress looks completely different and is versatile. It can be dressed up for more formal events or dressed down for a day in the office. The navy blue background makes the flowers pop. I styled this dress with some metallic espadrilles designed by Jennifer Lopez for DSW.
After the two J Jason Wu dresses were knock out winners, I had to get a third option, the blue floral.
I styled this blue floral dresswith fashion sneakers for a work party and I got several compliments. I styled the blue floral for church with my Dooney and Bourke Western Satchel and my blue Jambu shoes. This time I wore the self belt around my waist either in a bow or just tied and let the staps hang.
As you can see this dress is the same style cut but the fabric is different and the way I styled it makes you think these J Jason Wu dresses are by three different designers.
Let me know if you buy multiples if a piece of apparel is a true winner for you?
Building your confidence is one of the most crucial things you can do to set yourself up for success. It does not matter if the world’s most influential people genuinely believe they have a great deal of confidence or are just very good at seeming to do so; what matters is that they give off the impression they do. However, we are also aware that this is simpler to state than it is to put into practice; if you lack self-assurance, even acting as though you have it may feel impossible. However, to do so, you must resist the need to give up and yield to pressure, instead choosing to confront head-on the circumstances that cause you to feel uneasy.
In this article, we look at a few ideas that will help you boost your confidence so that you can approach the rest of the year feeling like you can manage just about everything that comes your way. This will allow you to feel like you can handle just about anything that comes your way.
Take good care of yourself physically.
If you do not feel good about yourself, it will be difficult to feel good about yourself in other people’s eyes. You will have feelings of sluggishness and lethargy if you skip meals or consume items that are not good for you. Therefore, you must maintain a diet that is both nutritious and balanced. To ensure that your body receives all the nutrients it requires, make sure that the foods you pack for your meals include fruits and vegetables, protein, carbohydrates, and healthy fats.
However, nutrition is not the only factor. Exercising your muscles regularly is required. Even if you are already at a healthy weight, it is important to pack as much physical activity as possible into each day. Many individuals only think about exercise in terms of its ability to help them lose weight. Make it entertaining, and you will be far more likely to continue with it.
Do not forget to keep up with basic health checks, such as going to the dentist every six months, getting your vision and hearing checked once a year, and getting any other screenings, such as PAP smears and the like, that you may be eligible for.
You can be confident that your body is in the best form and condition possible if you do these things, and knowing that almost always makes you feel fairly good about yourself.
Put an end to comparing yourself to other people.
The expression “comparison is the thief of joy” is one we use fairly frequently, and in all honesty, it is rather accurate. What constitutes a triumph for one individual could not be regarded as such by another. A clear connection exists between comparison and an individual’s view of themselves. According to research, those who engaged in self-comparison, presumably via social media, were more likely to experience feelings of jealousy. Those individuals who experienced jealousy also had a significantly more negative perspective of who they were, which resulted in a vicious cycle that was extremely difficult to break free from.
Kindness toward oneself is a must.
Have some compassion and kindness for yourself if and when you find yourself in a situation where you have made a mistake. Rather than berating yourself and labeling yourself a loser right away, give yourself some grace. Being cruel to yourself will not serve to encourage you anymore; in fact, it is likely to have the opposite effect and leave you feeling more dejected. Being cruel to yourself will no longer work as a motivational tool. Give yourself some leeway, and remember that none of us are flawless.
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Bubbling with Elegance and Grace started out as an outlet for my passion for fashion but has evolved into a place for me to teach, collaborate, and inspire. My hubby has since joined the team and we have been digital creators for 13 years. We are thankful for those who believed in us from the beginning and those who have just started riding with us on this lovely journey.
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