Ageing Archives - Shopping for the Real You

Creating a Colorful wardrobe…and a Colorful Life

Big news! I have FINALLY finished my color course! This week I’m recording the voiceover and will then upload it to my Teachable platform. I’ll let you know immediately when it’s available, and as always, I’ll be sending you a code for a HUGE discount as one of my loyal readers. Thinking about color so deeply for so many years had a major impact on my life. I became even more selective about how I use it in my wardrobe. It also made me notice and evaluate everything in my home from the perspective of color. [...] Click to read more > >

Andrea Pflaumer2026-04-20T22:46:09-07:00

Where Are You Going? How do You Want to be Seen?

[This is an article I wrote, originally posted in Honey Good in February. I wanted to share it with all of you because it is pertinent now, and always.] That’s the question that Joan Songer, founder of Personal Style Counselors, always asked her clients, as a starting point. It’s a great question. And it’s one we subconsciously ask ourselves every time we get dressed. [...]

Andrea Pflaumer2022-03-07T12:43:27-08:00

31 Days of Self-Care: Day 28, How to Get a Good Night’s Sleep

Melina Takvorian-Mishra Ph.D

One of the basic and most important parts of self-care is getting a good night's sleep. Our sleep plays a critical role in so many areas of our well-being. It helps to maintain a healthy immune system and it regulates our metabolism. Good sleep is also important for our memory function and our ability to learn. In general, deep and restful sleep improves our ability to be happier and more agreeable.

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Andrea Pflaumer2022-01-27T20:53:39-08:00

31 Days of Self-Care: Day 24, Breathing and the Immune System

Dr. John Douillard, founder, LifeSpa.com

I don't know anyone these days who hasn't been deeply concerned about their immune system. And, there are likely just as many of us who are paying close attention to how our lungs are working! That's why I am thrilled to welcome our guest today, Dr. John Douillard, to speak with us about the relationship between breathing and immunity. [...]

Andrea Pflaumer2022-01-23T13:28:39-08:00

31 Days of Self-Care: Day 18, Find Something Beautiful in Yourself

Photo by Paige Cody on Unsplash

I'm sure there must be one woman out there who doesn't, periodically, compare herself to other women unfavorably, but I haven't found her yet. The fact is that we are constantly bombarded by advertising and media images that cause us to weigh ourselves against some external standard of what is considered beautiful. It's not a healthy habit. [...]

Andrea Pflaumer2022-01-18T09:45:36-08:00