What is a glow-up?
The term “glow-up” essentially means makeover. However, instead of becoming only physically beautiful, you are also stepping into higher energy, developing healthier habits, and adopting a new lifestyle. When first Envisioning this, you may see yourself going to the mall to buy a new wardrobe, make-up kit, and handbag, but pause! You CANNOT skip the most important step which is: preparation. Follow these 4 prompts to avoid spending excess money, feeling overwhelmed, and not seeing Results while glowing-up.
Step 1: Determine Your Why
If your sole Motivation to glow-up is to impress someone or meet societal standards, please re-evaluate. Beauty trends are constantly changing, and you will never be able to meet all of them. Your glow-up should be for your OWN confidence, health, and self love. Connecting with the real reason for embarking on this journey will ensure that you stay motivated when faced with new challenges.
Step 2: Audit Your Current Personality and Lifestyle
reflect on who you are currently. You want to elevate and highlight your best qualities. Ask yourself the following questions:
- What aspects of my personality do I love about myself?
- What aspects of myself have room for improvement, and why?
- What are aspects of my current life that I love, want to elevate, or change, and why?
Step 3: Envision Your Future Self and Lifestyle
Imagine who you want to be after you have finished your glow-up.
- What does my future self look like? How do they act?
- What hobbies does my future self enjoy?
- How does my future present herself to the world (wardrobe, makeup, etc)?
Step 4: Set Goals
From your previous reflection, begin to set a few realistic, obtainable goals for yourself. Then write the steps you will take to achieve these goals. Most of your goals should be specific, safe, achievable, and have a time limit.
- For example: My goal is to gain/lose ___lbs in __months by weight training/pilates/biking twice a week, eating 30g of protein a meal, and joining a fitness community. I am doing this because i want to develop a Better relationship with food and live a healthier lifestyle.
Step 5: Develop a Budget
It is a popular misconception that glowing up will cost lots of money. This can be true if you are keeping up with the Kardashians, buying the newest products that will “cure” acne, reduce fat, and solve all of your problems. Plan a small budget to buy long-lasting, staple products. Check out my post: 5 Tips To Glow-Up And Not Break The Bank. https://baddiesandbooks.com/5-tips-to-glow-up-and-not-break-the-bank/
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Key notes
- reflect
- set goals
- establish a budget
- proper planning will save you time, money, and mistakes.