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My mother says, "whenever your feeling your worst is when you should look your best."
When things aren't going my way and I find myself feeling low, the last thing I want to do is - anything. Literally i'd rather pick up the remote find a groove in the couch sit there and veg out. When I am unhappy its very hard to get motivated, especially on weekends when its not necessarily a requirement to get up and go.
During these moments I employ my mothers techniques and for me its grooming that I love. I take out my box filled with nail supplies, I give myself a manicure and pedicure. I soak my fingers and toes, remove cuticles, file and paint them as well. If i'm feeling especially introspective I dig into the creative vault tucked within myself and come up with cool nail art and designs.
As I am working, concentrating on staying within the nail beds and getting rid of any polish that has stubbornly gone outside of the lines I am thinking about things. I am making decisions, I am planning and beginning to feel a lot better. When I am done, I sit back proud of my work, the attention that I have just given myself has made me feel better and more refreshed.
Some women may go to the gym or cook, some may shop, yet still other women may get a haircut or try a new hairstyle or dress impeccably during their period of the "blues".
When my mother told me to look my best when I feel my worst she was telling me to work on my internal issues and keep them from creeping out onto the surface.
**Added Bonus**: as I am working on my outside - beautifying myself, taking the time out to treat myself I always end up feeling much better on the inside.
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