EDITOR’S LETTER
NEW YEAR
NEW YOU BY JULIE LAWRENCE
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As we usher in 2022, are you thinking about things you want to change and ways you want to be better? Are there bad habits you plan to break? Good habits you plan to start? If you’re anything like me, you have all kinds of plans. I know what I want to do, but that desire never seems to be enough for me to follow through on a plan of action. I usually get overwhelmed, distracted or busy and then, poof, I forget all about my big plans. But here’s the truth of the matter: change is really hard. And on top of that, it’s scary. Hard and scary is not a very appealing combination. But the things that I’ve done in my life that are both hard and scary are the things that I’m most proud of. You know that inspirational quote you saw on Instagram that said something like ‘Everything you want is on the other side of fear’? I really think that’s true. So, this issue is all about change. We have practical advice from some of the country’s lifestyle leaders. Not sure how to get started? Learn about the 5 Ls for getting unstuck. Feeling bored of your same old at the gym? Nichelle Laus tells you how to reinvigorate your routine and gives two unique workouts to help you jumpstart the year. Spread too thin? Learn how to carve out time in 8 WOMEN'S WELLNESS
your week for self-care so you can get some balance in your life. We also have inspiring stories to show you that change is totally possible. These women took action to make some monumental pivots in their lives. A life-long carnivore, Doris Ward made the change to plant-based and never looked back. And Kyla Fox was able to face down her eating disorder and is using her experience to help others. Our cover girl is Etalk’s Danielle Graham who balances Hollywood with motherhood, and still manages to fit in time for herself. We hear about how fate came knocking (or in her case, calling) and how she has been able to redefine her relationship with her body. She’s trying to set the best example possible for her daughters and she’s having fun doing it. Plus, we have 22 ways to become the best you in 2022 and some very cool products you might want to trade in that Christmas sweater from Aunt Janice for.
JULIE LAWRENCE EDITOR
Let’s ring in the new year together without fear and with confidence that change is not just possible, but necessary if we want to move towards our goals. And know that you’ve got a supporter in me as you carve your new path. You got this!
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