There comes a point in life when you stop and wonder who you really are. It often happens during seasons of change, especially in midlife, when the life you spent years building suddenly starts to look and feel different. Your children are leading independent lives,...
Sometimes I wonder if anyone really knows what it feels like to be authentic. So many people are trying to be someone other than themselves. In looks, their careers, their families, and their relationships. We often think we know what other people want us to be, so we...
A few things I remember from my childhood have shaped my body acceptance: When I was in Junior High, my brother and I were driving down the street, and he said to me, “Everybody is turning their heads and staring at you.” I’m sure he meant it as a compliment, but I...
Using affirmations is a powerful way to tell your mind what you want and how you want to feel. Writing down and reciting affirmations can help bring your thinking and actions back in alignment with your physical, mental, and emotional well-being. More specifically,...
There are many benefits to having an open heart. Benefits include normalized blood pressure, elevated moods, improved sleep quality, inner peace, calmness, and relaxation. But the benefit that I like to share the most is increasing your happiness. As I wrote in my...
It’s always easier to see when someone else is suffering or not feeling good about themselves. You can tell by the way they walk, talk, and express themselves. If it is someone you love, your first instinct is to comfort them and help them see themselves differently....
Hi! I’m Laurie Jonas. I created Living Marvelously to encourage midlife women to rediscover their purpose, follow what brings them joy, and design a next chapter that feels truly fulfilling. Have a look around!
