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I’m very particular when it comes to lip balm. I usually stay faithful to one brand at a time, whether it’s a handmade stick from a farmer’s market in Ithaca, New York or a celeb-loved formula that you can find at any drugstore. Whenever I’ve strayed away from my ride-or-die lip products, my lips have felt dry and irritated. But I decided to give Tower 28 Beauty’s new JuiceBalm a go because Hailey Bieber loves the brand and I’ve been on the hunt for a trusty tinted balm.

The JuiceBalm Tinted Lip Balm literally just launched and comes in four shades that leave behind a vibrant layer of color. And to my surprise, they don’t dry out my lips at all. Now, that’s worth talking about. JuiceBalm tints your lips and simultaneously hydrates them thanks to the shea butter and marula oil that’s packed into the formula. Shea butter hydrates and soothes, while marula oil moisturizes and softens. These are all words you want to hear when buying a lip balm.

As I mentioned earlier, I’ve been searching for a tinted lip balm that could keep my lips hydrated and add a touch of color. I can confirm that I’ve found what I was looking for in the JuiceBalm. The formula is not sticky, doesn’t get crusty after 10 minutes and doesn’t come off in mere seconds. Instead, it’s lightweight, it glides on smoothly and I don’t find myself reapplying 24/7.

Photo: Tower 28 Beauty.

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The second time I applied this tinted lip balm, I accidentally snoozed off for an hour. When I woke up, I smacked my lips together and realized the lip balm stayed put, still felt hydrating and the color looked as though I had just applied a fresh layer. I was so surprised that the JuiceBalm endured a whole middle-of-the-evening impromptu nap. That’s when I knew this product belonged next to my beloved Aquaphor Lip Repair Ointment (which Mrs. Bieber also can’t get enough of). In fact, I often wear them together—though JuiceBalm still works great alone. 

Now you might be wondering about the shade selection. While I don’t typically reach for bright hues, I tried on each shade and could see myself wearing all of them. My everyday go-to is Shake, a berry pink, while the one closest to my natural lip color is Mix, a sheer nude. Although the other two shades are a lot bolder since they’re not sheer, they’re still totally wearable. These would be Drink, a berry hue, and Squeeze, a coral tone.

The brand kindly sent over all four for me to try, so I love that I have two more subtle shades that I can apply on the daily and two more vibrant colors that I could swipe on for special occasions or when I’m feeling extra bold. 

Add a juicy, hydrating pop of color to your pout with the new JuiceBalm from Tower 28 Beauty. And if you want to explore the brand even more, here are two Hailey Bieber-approved products to try.

Photo: Tower 28 Beauty.

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Everyone who knows me knows I religiously stick to highlighting my hair a couple of times a year. After a decade of going blonde (plus regularly relying on hair tools), I’d say my strands are nothing if not resilient; despite everything I throw at them, they quickly bounce back. That said, a recent bleach job left my hair brittle and with more breakage than normal—cue the panic. 

There is always a risk of damage when bleaching your hair, which is why it’s incredibly important to have a slew of nourishing hair care products at the ready. As Los Angeles based colorist, Linet K, previously shared with StyleCaster, both a bond builder and a violet-hued formula should be on that list. While one will maintain the dye job effortlessly (I swear by Function of Beauty’s purple line) the other helps revive stressed-out locks in a pinch. 

Luckily, I already had the perfect bond builder on hand: Coco & Eve’s Bond Building Pre-Shampoo Treatment. Described by the brand as “the savior of coloured and chemically treated hair,” the formula is a godsend for repairing and restructuring weakened locks. Its micro 3D bond building technology (a combination of three structural bonds, disulphide, ionic and hydrogen) encourages stronger, healthier strands and is clinically proven to reduce breakage by 85 percent with use. 

Coco & Eve

I apply a generous amount from roots to ends 20 minutes prior to hopping in the shower, and the results truly are instantaneous. After my recent bleach session, I could barely get my hair brush through the bottom layers of my hair without seeing pieces fall to the ground, but after a few applications of the Bond Building Pre-Shampoo Treatment, I started to notice significant changes on frayed ends. 

The treatment takes under 30 minutes out of your week yet brings days of reinvigorated softness and shine. The bottle has also lasted me through at least five uses so far and still has product remaining, which means for just $25, you’re really getting the most bang for your buck.

You can also snag it for less during the brand’s Friends & Family Sale right now, where everything is 20 percent off with the code BFF20.

The Road Through Recovery after divorce starts with pinpointing exactly where we are “stuck” or “in pain.” There are five phases within it. It is a cycle of feelings we experience in the divorce recovery process.

You may be stuck in the Rejection phase if you don’t accept the reality of your life as it is now. Refusing to accept the “here and now” means not allowing the feelings you need to cope with in order to begin the healing process.

The second phase, Resentment, simply means that although you let the conflicting feelings come in and you experience them, you have trouble handling them in a responsive manner. It is easy to fall into the trap of victimhood.

Renegotiation is the third phase whereby you want to replay the past so that there is a different outcome. Although, the past is gone and you can’t change it, you may be stuck in the “What If” or “If Only.” Focusing on what you could have done in the past takes away the potential for the future. You can’t change the past, but you are the creator of choices and decisions you make for the future.

The fourth phase is Remorse.

What Is the Remorse Phase?

You may be stuck here if you find yourself less outgoing and withdraw into yourself. The good news is that you are beginning to accept “what is.” You find yourself taking some time for personal reflection and soul searching. This is healthy. It only becomes unhealthy if you spend more time than is necessary in this space of emotions.

These emotions are a necessary part of the healing process. The remorse phase is one whereby you experience a sort of mourning process before letting go. It is the precursor to the last phase, Reality.

Having a strong support system of family and friends as well as being mindful of self-care is essential during this time. Some try to avoid this phase as much as possible so as to not feel the terrible sadness and regret that comes up.

Unlike other phases you may experience, this phase is necessary to acknowledge and accept so that you are able to heal by reflecting on the loss. These feelings and emotions need to be experienced; otherwise, they become an albatross around your neck weighing you down.

Here’s an Example

Lisa married Richard at 22, after finishing college. She raised four children and got divorced after 39 years of marriage. She and Richard grew up in the same town. The marriage was rocky right from the start, but they “stuck it out” for the children. Why? One reason is because of the upbringing and mindset so typical during that generation.

As a dutiful daughter, Lisa did what was expected of her. She married Richard. After all, they dated exclusively during the last two years of college. It was the natural progression.

This scenario may sound familiar to some.

Lisa intuitively knew almost from the very beginning that the person she married was not necessarily the person who she will be happy with for the rest of her life. After the children were grown and flew the nest, she decided to make the break.

As a result, Lisa now experiences terrible guilt for having ended the marriage; she also feels guilty for staying in it so long and feeling so unhappy. As she looks back on her life and the people close to her who have been affected by her decision, it’s hard for her to feel good about being true to herself.

She is filled with regret.

What Does Lisa Begin to Recognize?

Lisa becomes “unstuck” and rises up after divorce when she acknowledges and accepts the uncomfortable feelings she is experiencing. She gives herself permission to accept that she was being true to herself in spite of these feelings. In forgiving herself, she frees herself to move on. Here are some of the issues she needs to work on.

• Know that working through the guilt and sadness will allow her to make a positive shift in the uncomfortable emotions she is experiencing.
• Make an effort to cultivate a good support system – engaging with family and friends instead of wallowing around in negative emotions and isolating herself.
• Accept her feelings and forgive herself because she realizes that internally, her guilt is doing more harm than good.

What Are Some Simple Steps Lisa Can Take?

Lisa does some research and comes up with these action steps. (The research is a learning experience and empowers her to help herself with finding solutions.)

• Confront her feelings and what triggers them because then she can create action steps that are in line with her values.
• Find and join a group of like-minded women who can be supportive during this time.
• Learn the value of forgiving herself as it increases her personal accountability and makes it easier to take the next step forward.

Find Out If You Are Stuck Here

If this phase on the Road Through Recovery resonates with you, I encourage you to take the free REMORSE PHASE SURVEY. It will guide you to pinpoint where you may be stuck. There are specific statements to answer. If they ring true for you, then you’ll receive ideas and suggestions you can implement right now. You can overcome the challenges you are facing.

Learning to change your thinking and focusing on the positive aspects of your situation will help you to move forward. Creating the right action steps to take right now will empower you to take back control over your life.

Learn the three secrets to break free from the past – watch this free webinar. Learn how to RISE UP AFTER DIVORCE and create a life you would love living. Learn how to change your thinking, your attitude, and your perspective.

Let’s Have a Chat:

Does wallowing around in regret, blame, shame, or guilt empower you in a healthy way? Is it going to change your situation, circumstance, or the condition of your present life? Which action steps do you feel will help you to create a more positive, purposeful life going forward?

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I’m very particular when it comes to lip balm. I usually stay faithful to one brand at a time, whether it’s a handmade stick from a farmer’s market in Ithaca, New York or a celeb-loved formula that you can find at any drugstore. Whenever I’ve strayed away from my ride-or-die lip products, my lips have felt dry and irritated. But I decided to give Tower 28 Beauty’s new JuiceBalm a go because Hailey Bieber loves the brand and I’ve been on the hunt for a trusty tinted balm.

The JuiceBalm Tinted Lip Balm literally just launched and comes in four shades that leave behind a vibrant layer of color. And to my surprise, they don’t dry out my lips at all. Now, that’s worth talking about. JuiceBalm tints your lips and simultaneously hydrates them thanks to the shea butter and marula oil that’s packed into the formula. Shea butter hydrates and soothes, while marula oil moisturizes and softens. These are all words you want to hear when buying a lip balm.

As I mentioned earlier, I’ve been searching for a tinted lip balm that could keep my lips hydrated and add a touch of color. I can confirm that I’ve found what I was looking for in the JuiceBalm. The formula is not sticky, doesn’t get crusty after 10 minutes and doesn’t come off in mere seconds. Instead, it’s lightweight, it glides on smoothly and I don’t find myself reapplying 24/7.

Photo: Tower 28 Beauty.

RELATED: This Hailey Bieber-Approved Blush Comes In 4 New Stunning Shades & We Need All of Them

The second time I applied this tinted lip balm, I accidentally snoozed off for an hour. When I woke up, I smacked my lips together and realized the lip balm stayed put, still felt hydrating and the color looked as though I had just applied a fresh layer. I was so surprised that the JuiceBalm endured a whole middle-of-the-evening impromptu nap. That’s when I knew this product belonged next to my beloved Aquaphor Lip Repair Ointment (which Mrs. Bieber also can’t get enough of). In fact, I often wear them together—though JuiceBalm still works great alone. 

Now you might be wondering about the shade selection. While I don’t typically reach for bright hues, I tried on each shade and could see myself wearing all of them. My everyday go-to is Shake, a berry pink, while the one closest to my natural lip color is Mix, a sheer nude. Although the other two shades are a lot bolder since they’re not sheer, they’re still totally wearable. These would be Drink, a berry hue, and Squeeze, a coral tone.

The brand kindly sent over all four for me to try, so I love that I have two more subtle shades that I can apply on the daily and two more vibrant colors that I could swipe on for special occasions or when I’m feeling extra bold. 

Add a juicy, hydrating pop of color to your pout with the new JuiceBalm from Tower 28 Beauty. And if you want to explore the brand even more, here are two Hailey Bieber-approved products to try.

Photo: Tower 28 Beauty.

SOS Daily Rescue Facial Spray

Photo: Tower 28.

OneLiner Lip Liner

I have never been particularly excited by the idea of Artificial Intelligence (AI). It seemed something remote to my everyday life, although I have undoubtedly been exposed to numerous examples without my ever knowing it.

But today, I was blown away. A friend of mine runs a book marketing agency, and he asked me and a few other writers to try out a new AI system, known as ChatGPT. He was curious to see what we would get.

The form asked me to set out a scene (location, date, time of year, other detail) and a character (gender, age, marital status and aims). I am not a fiction writer, but I made up a potential scenario on the spur of the moment.

What AI Can Do – Setting a Scene

First, here is scene setting as written entirely by AI.

I suggested the following information: poor Paris neighbourhood, autumn, 1884, school.

It replied with:

The poor Paris neighbourhood of 1884 was a dismal place. The cobblestone streets were lined with dilapidated buildings, many of which were in disrepair. The air was thick with the smell of smoke and the sound of children playing in the streets. The autumn chill was in the air, and the leaves had begun to turn a deep red and orange. The neighbourhood was home to a variety of people, from the working class to the destitute. The people of the neighbourhood were mostly immigrants, and many of them had come to Paris in search of a better life. The streets were filled with the hustle and bustle of everyday life, as people went about their business. At the centre of the neighbourhood was a small school. The school was a single-story building, made of brick and mortar. It was a simple structure, but it was a place of learning and hope for the children of the neighbourhood. The school was run by a small group of dedicated teachers, who worked hard to provide the children with a good education. The school was a place of refuge for the children of the neighbourhood. It was a place where they could escape the harsh realities of life in the neighbourhood. The teachers were kind and caring.

Character Description

Second, here is character description as written entirely by AI.

I suggested the following information: woman, 37, teacher, widowed, wants new husband and children.

It replied with:

The woman was 37 years old, and she was a teacher. She had been widowed for a few years, and she was ready to move on with her life. She wanted to find a new husband and have children. She was a kind and gentle soul, with a warm and inviting smile. She was always willing to lend an ear to anyone who needed it, and she was a great listener. She was patient and understanding, and she had a way of making people feel comfortable and at ease. She was a hard worker, and she was dedicated to her job. She was always prepared for her classes, and she was always willing to go the extra mile for her students. She was passionate about teaching, and she was always looking for ways to make her lessons more engaging and interesting. She was a great cook, and she enjoyed trying out new recipes. She was always experimenting with different flavors and ingredients, and she was always willing to share her creations with her friends and family. She was an avid reader, and she loved to curl up with a good book. She was always looking for new authors to explore, and she was always eager to discuss her latest reads with her friends. She was an animal lover.

So How Did It Do?

These passages were received in a few hours, but presumably generated in seconds.

My first reaction was a mixture of shock and admiration. How could a machine take a few small ideas and flesh them out so well?

My second reaction was more critical. Perhaps those of you who are – or were once – teachers (or who simply like good writing) will share my concerns.

The writing has a somewhat stilted feel, with repetitive and dull sentences. A high school student would undoubtedly be marked down for such lack of variety.

Would one write that ‘dilapidated’ buildings were in ‘disrepair’ as these are virtually synonyms? The descriptions feel a bit trite, with little novelty.

Too many sentences start with “She…”. Too many descriptions including the word ‘always’. There is a need for paragraphs to give the writing a sense of pace.

But nonetheless, I was fascinated. The prose of AI, like that of ordinary students or even writers, can – and will – doubtless be improved with practice and better instruction. One can expect that the same exercise repeated in a year or two would show greater sophistication.

And the implications are huge. Will our novels be written by AI in the future? Or, perhaps, written by AI and edited by novelists? Will it matter, if the reader is happy?

I have been bitten. I am fascinated by AI.

Let’s Have a Conversation:

Have you seen examples of AI writing before? Do such developments worry you? Or do they excite you? How would you like to see AI developed in coming years?