Snoods, Snaggle Teeth and How to Have a Mind Full of Peace

WHAT:
Hey Mamacitas! If you’ve ever been to London, then you know that what those Brits lack in dental care, they more than make up for in style. Fashion seems to stream from Paris and Milan through London and then on to NY before it slowly trickles to the rest of the country. Well, those crazy Anglos are at it again! Introducing the “snood”–this year’s most trendilicious winter accessory:

Now, call me crazy, but haven’t the English just taken a cue from the world of Islam with this one? (Think: burka, or head covering). Um, yeah. Well you don’t have to live under a religious regime or have snaggle teeth to steal this style. A snood is basically a circular scarf that functions as a neck covering and a hat all at once. Trés chic!

WHERE:

HOW:
Hmmm…how to where this? Believe it or not, there are quite a few ways. Visuals will definitely be more effective so please refer to this link at Steve Madden to see just how versatile a circular scarf can be.

EASY-LIVING TIP:
As promised, I am continuing to summarize Norman Vincent Peale’s revolutionary book, The Power of Positive Thinking, for your convenience. Chapter two focuses on how to have a peaceful mind. In modern times, where everything is fast-paced and high-stress, we are conditioned to think of any form of a break as “slacking” We live to work instead or working to live. It’s easy to make excuses and insist you don’t have the time to meditate or clear your head on a daily basis. But what if, after taking time out, your productivity–and your mood–were guaranteed to improve? Here are a few suggestions to help you clear your head and find peace in the daily cyclone of your life:

1. Empty your mind at least twice a day. Imagine physically taking all of your fears, hates, insecurities and guilt feelings and throwing them over the stern of a ship. Just the simple fact of consciously making the effort to clear negative thoughts will give you relief.

2. Once you have cleared your mind, don’t leave it empty or negative thoughts will inevitably creep back in. Fill it with creative and healthy thoughts instead.

3. At regular intervals throughout the day, focus on a series of peaceful thoughts. Let mental images of the most peaceful scenes you’ve ever witnessed pass over your mind and try to mentally transport yourself there.

3. Practice suggestive articulation and repeat some peaceful words out loud. “Serenity” or “tranquility” are some good examples. If you’ve ever uttered panicky words and felt your stomach sink, you know the effect that the things we say have on our physical wellbeing.

4. Start each day by affirming peaceful, contented attitudes and monitor your conversations throughout the day. Avoid discussing negative topics in the news if at all possible.

5. Practice daily silence for at least 15 minutes a day. Just sit or lie down and clear your head of every thought. This will be extremely difficult at first, but with time, you will learn to still your mind and be aware of your breathing, heartbeat, and the natural rhythm of your body.

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