"I have been blown away by the enthusiasm and passion that Tara brings into this world. Anyone who knows her would say the same and sees that her presence is infectious. She has taught me that I deserve the best out of life and by taking care of myself is of utmost importance in order for me to be the best person I can be for all those around me. I make it a priority to get facials, pedicures and manicures and yes buying lingerie! I have officially marked that on my calendar every month. It’s amazing how good that can feel! It’s the little things in life that mean so much, and Tara is that gem you find on a long stretch of a sandy beach. Thanks so much for your incredible insight into life and its pleasures. I love you." - Stacy

The Official Blog of Tara Marino - Femme Design Expert, Frenchie Wife, New Yorker Entrepreneur and Indie Mom.

Are You OK?

Today I want to challenge you. Are you up for it? Come on. I promise this will be very easy and fun. The best part is you will feel great if you follow this simple process. 

It is a little exercise that can get you to DO Something. Too often I see people wait. Wait for tomorrow or wait for when they feel they DESERVE it, maybe when they are truly successful or when their weight is perfect. So let's skip the waiting shall we?

Ok are you ready? Take out a piece of paper. Preferably a nice piece of note paper that looks special. Not the back of an envelope:) On the top of the paper write down this phrase

Things I Want to Do

Then I want you to write down 10 or more things that you want to DO. Sounds easy right. Well hopefully it is but often many women have a hard time doing this. So just write down 10 things you would like to do. Here are some examples…
  • Ride a bike.
  • Go to Egypt to see the pyramids.
  • Take a hike up the mountain you drive by on your daily commute.
  • Call your old college roommate who you have lost touch with.
  • Volunteer for a local charity (make a wish, habitat for humanity, your church, whatever charity you are drawn to).
Now this is the fun part. Think about which of your 3 women you need to honor. All you entrepreneurs out there may want to honor your Frenchie or your Indie. You get the point.

I want you to look at your piece of fancy paper and pick one that excites you and honors the woman inside who can use some attention. Now today, right now take action on it. Yes do it, you deserve it!

If it is something elaborate like a trip then make a call to a travel agent and get the ball rolling. If it is a hike or something you can do this weekend then plan it and even more importantly do it.

 Make it a must do for you! Make yourself accountable to the feeling you have inside that knows this is something that will make YOU feel great.

If you don’t do this it’s ok.

The question you should ask yourself is "Are you OK with just being OK?"

My guess is no. You deserve more.

With love and beauty always... Tara Marino
P.S I welcome your comments!
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