If you’re like most people, you get up in the morning and go to your closet and say to yourself, “Let’s see how I feel today; what should I wear?â€
But do you really want that to be the way you feel all day??
If you’re feeling cold, sleepy and not wanting to get out of bed to go work, you would likely pick out an outfit that is warm, with dull colors- something that feels safe, yet is likely pretty boring. The problem is that people judge you by how you show up in the world.
So, then you go on your way to work and have the day that you were expecting to have. Ever heard of self-fulfilling prophecies? This is how our thoughts subconsciously work on our brain when we have a mindset about ourselves and then we inadvertently make it come true!
The solution? Instead of choosing that dull outfit that you would normally wear, pick something completely unexpected. How about selecting something colorful with great accessories? What if you spent an extra 10 minutes on your make-up and hair today?  Showing up every day looking your best says to the world, “I feel great and I value myself!â€Â Â
Five small changes that make a big difference:
1. Wear that dressy top that you save for “special occasions†and wear it with a nice skirt you wear to work.
2. Instead of slicking your hair quickly into a ponytail, make the time to straighten or curl it for a change.
3. Paint your fingernails, even if you only use a clear top coat.
4. For men, how about buying a dress shirt in a more fun, unexpected color instead of your predictable palette?
5. Wear some great shoes that you normally wouldn’t wear to work. If you have to, put your “commuting†shoes on and bring along your fabulous ones to change into later.
If you are conscious about how your attitude and the way you dress are inter-related, you will be motivated to make the changes that turn into habits.  I guarantee you’ll be surprised at the confidence this will bring to your day!
The choice is always yours, make it a good one!
~ Lani                                                                                                                                                                              Â
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