dress: urban renewal - urban outfitters
jacket: banana republic
watch: Nixon
peace sign bracelet: Lucky
necklace: a local boutique
I recently purchased the O Oprah Magazine. I don't purchase magazines on a regular basis like I used to, but it was a late night, at the grocery store, and the thought of a magazine was intriguing. So as I was waiting in line, into the cart the strategically place O magazine landed. I actually forgot I purchased it until a few days later and I decided why not, I'll take this to read on my lunch break. Fast forward to my lunch break, as I am eating the usual Chipotle [black beans, chicken, guac and lettuce with a blackberry Izze] I came across an article written by Martha Beck. Martha Beck is a life coach and writer. side-note: My uber cool and extremely intelligent Auntie Keri used to work for Martha and is a Master Life Coach too. My Auntie Keri is one of the gifts I received when I married my husband.
The article by Martha was all about charisma titled "Unlock Your Inner Superstar" and as I was enjoying my Chipotle I was like "ok, tell me how Martha!". Martha believes "every human being is innately charismatic. But within a few months, or a few years, many children mask their real selves. Charisma, you see, draws attention , and attention can be a problem." She continues on with a four step plan:
Step 1: Strike a Pose
This step comes with a challenge to stand, sit and walk like the most charismatic person you know.
Step 2: When you get to the Brink...Keep Going
This step requires you to find a littoral zone in your life and step beyond it as if you had no doubt.
Step 3: Focus Outward
The jist of this step is people pay attention to people who are paying attention to them.
Step 4: Take Space and Make Space
Know when to take the spotlight and know when to back away.
shoes: urban outfitters
Here's to all of us finding our in charismatic selves...
Until next time,
Lex
