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Instagram Roundup: Last Week’s Looks We Loved

Another week + weekend has gone by and even though we’ve been busy with back to back Housewives shows that are on vacation (Bravo what are ya doing to us ?!) we still rounded up some of our fav looks we loved from Instagram. Because it’s always nice to have the current fashion happenings on hand, so be sure you take a minute to shop what we found below!

Sincerely Stylish,

Jess

1 Alice + Olivia Athena Pants Seen on Kyle Richards

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2 Nadine Merabi Morgan Dress Seen on Katie Ginella

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3 Cinq a Sept Lemonis Vest and Pants Seen on Stassi Schroeder

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4 Camila Coehlo Crop Top and Skirt Seen on Jennifer Pedranti

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5 The Attico Studded Dress Seen on Ariana Madix

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6 Reformation Jovana Dress Seen on Stassi Schroeder

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Originally posted at: Instagram Roundup: Last Week’s Looks We Loved

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Have you ever found yourself trying to visualize a more vibrant lifestyle, only to frustratingly stop because it feels untrue, impossible, and downright crazy?

If you can relate, you have unknowingly resisted the heart and soul of visualization.

What Is the Heart and Soul of Visualization?

Seeing yourself already living your dream lifestyle, feeling into it, and believing it is occurring before any tangible evidence of it exists.

This is far from lying to yourself or some “fake it until you make it” trick. It is, however, the key that can unlock a vibrant new way of living life after 60.

This article, and the accompanying video, is the beginning of a new, 12-part exclusive series for Sixty and Me readers titled “Visualize a Vibrant New Lifestyle After 60”. What I am going to be sharing with you in this series is how to embody the essence of your dreams and desires for the lifestyle you deserve.

Visualizing Is Not a One-Time Thing

To successfully visualize your desired lifestyle before you have any concrete proof of it in your physical life, you will want to go beyond just thinking good-feeling thoughts.

To embody the heart and soul of visualization, you will want to imagine the vivid details, bask in the euphoric emotions, and explore the immersive experiences associated with your new, vibrant lifestyle.

This is not a one-time thing. It is an ongoing practice.

Before we go any further, let’s take a moment to acknowledge three common questions I hear when talking publicly about this subject.

How Do I Do It?

Reconnect with your childhood imagination to access your natural ability to playfully create without limits. If you are like most people who are 60 and over, you may have forgotten how to create through your childhood imagination. In this new series for Sixty and Me readers, I’ll show you how.

Where Do I Start?

You begin where you are right now. Visualizing your ideal lifestyle needs to be grounded, but it does not need to be tethered to the reality of your current lifestyle. The key to this is visualizing where you want to be without allowing your present situation to define the terms of your desired lifestyle.

Will Others Think I’m Crazy?

When it comes to your life, it doesn’t matter what other people think; it matters what you think. What you think determines your reality. Remember, your ideal lifestyle is yours and not someone else’s.

The Power of Your Childhood Imagination

When it comes to visualizing your ideal lifestyle, you will want to see it, believe it, and then you can achieve it. The power of your childhood imagination helps with all three.

Your childhood imagination allows you to feel the excitement and fulfillment of your dreams before they materialize in the physical world.

There is infinite power within your childhood imagination to create anything you desire. It can reverse the negativity of limiting beliefs. It also realigns you with the joy you naturally and playfully accessed with ease and flow as a child.

#1 Obstacle to Visualizing Your Ideal Lifestyle

Many people who are 60 and over find it difficult to visualize their ideal lifestyle through the power of their childhood imagination.

The #1 obstacle to visualizing your dream life after 60 is a Fixed Mindset.

A Fixed Mindset is established early on in life through rigid beliefs and strict rules. These are often harsh and aimed at controlling behaviors that come naturally to children, such as curiosity, playfulness, and imagination. This can produce inner turmoil, self-doubt, and even emotional trauma that you will unknowingly carry into your 60s.

In whatever ways this may have shown up for you, a Fixed Mindset is likely where your inner child lost her connection to the power of imagination.

6 Powerful “I Am” Affirmations

To open yourself up to reconnecting with your childhood imagination, overwrite fixed beliefs, and embody the heart and soul of visualization, you will want to make positive changes to how you speak to yourself.

Here are six powerful “I am” affirmations to help you build an unshakable foundation for visualizing your new, vibrant lifestyle.

1. I am effortlessly attracting everything I need to make my dreams a reality.
2. I am committed to my dreams and trust the universe supports me at every step.
3. I am embodying the confidence, joy, and success of the person I aspire to be.
4. I am partnering with my childhood imagination to create my desired lifestyle.
5. I am grateful for the life I am creating and the infinite possibilities before me.
6. I am worthy of living a life that excites, inspires, and fulfills me.

Next Steps

There are additional steps necessary to replace a Fixed Mindset with a new, more empowering one that is supportive of your new lifestyle.

In our next article and video in this series, I will introduce you to a five-step inspired action plan to undo the effects of a Fixed Mindset and open you up to embracing change through your childhood imagination.

I invite you to join me in the video, where I will share with you five immediate benefits for reigniting the playful mindset of your childhood imagination. I will also guide you through five journal prompts to help you integrate what you are learning.

Let’s Have a Conversation:

What do you visualize for yourself in the near future? How do you see your life developing a few years away from now?

My colleague, Michael Rizzotto, the manager of a Brooklyn, New York, funeral home, recently shared a story about a family he served. During the arrangement conference, he asked, as he always does, about the deceased’s interests and hobbies. The funeral home aims to personalize each funeral.

“They told us about her passion for the beach,” he said. With that information and the family’s consent, he chose a beach theme for the service. Together with some staff members, he decorated the reposing room to reflect the woman’s love for the beach.

“We set up memory tables with beach-inspired items,” he explained. Rizzotto and his team carefully spread out a blue tarp to resemble ocean water, adding a beach chair, umbrella, and a cooler filled with iced tea and soft drinks.

Rizzotto said that “most of the guests were amazed to see something not usually found at a funeral home. Instead of focusing only on the picture board, they spent more time at the memory table, looking closely at the items on display.”

“It became a real conversation piece,” he added. It also helped mourners learn more about the person being remembered. “’We didn’t know she liked that’ was a common comment,” Rizzotto remarked.

This emphasis on personalization matters because, as Rizzotto noted, those unfamiliar with the deceased often leave with a deeper understanding.

A Well Thought Out Summer Memorial Theme

His story got me thinking about how a beach or summer theme can easily extend to memorial services, also called Celebrations of Life, which are gaining in popularity.

Summer, a season filled with warmth, vibrant colors, and natural beauty, provides an ideal backdrop to honor and celebrate the life of a loved one during a memorial service. Summer or beach themes allow families to create highly personal memorial services.

While a memorial service, unlike a funeral service, does not have a casket present, it often has an urn as its centerpiece. Themed decorations can surround the urn, personalizing the service.

Here are some ideas to create a heartfelt and memorable summer-themed memorial, inspired by the beauty of this season.

Location Ideas

Garden or Park

A local park or botanical garden surrounded by lush greenery and blooming flowers can provide a serene venue for the service.

Beach or Lakeside

If your loved one enjoyed the water, consider holding the memorial by at a beach or by a lake. The sound of waves and the feel of the fresh breeze can create a peaceful atmosphere. Early morning or late afternoon generally offers more comfortable temperatures, natural beauty, and a quieter, more private setting than midday.

Consider hiring a professional sand sculptor for a truly memorable tribute. They can craft a stunning sculpture that captures your loved one’s unique spirit, reflecting cherished hobbies, interests, or even their likeness.

Make sure to take photos of the finished sculpture as a lasting reminder of the day before it’s washed away. The ephemeral nature of sand sculptures is an apt metaphor for life.

Backyard or Patio

Hosting the service at home allows for a personal touch, surrounded by cherished memories and familiar spaces.

Outdoor Pavilion

Some community centers have pavilions that can be rented for gatherings, providing shelter while allowing for the beauty of the outdoors.

Decorations

Fresh Flowers

Use seasonal flowers like sunflowers, daisies, geraniums, or wildflowers to create cheerful arrangements or simple displays.

Colorful Tablecloths and Accents

Incorporate bright, summery shades in your table settings. Think yellows, oranges, and light blues to reflect the season.

Nature-Inspired Décor

Utilize elements like shells, stones, or dune grass as centerpieces or accents around the area.

Photo Collages

Create a collage showcasing favorite summer activities, beloved beach days, and cherished memories.

Memory Table

A memory table can showcase the deceased’s favorite summer items, such as a towel, flip flops, beach bag, and sunglasses. Decorate the table with a variety of seashells, sand, or beach pebbles and provide a register book and colorful pens in which people can share a memory or write a message.

Give a Keepsake

Seed Packets

Guests can plant flowers or herbs in memory of the deceased.

Potted Plants

Offer mourners a small, bright-colored potted plant, such as pink splash, marigolds, or zinnias.

Scented Candles

Opt for summer scents like coconut, jasmine, or sea salt that evoke pleasant memories associated with the season.

Personalized Keepsakes

Provide seashells painted and decorated with the deceased’s name or initials.

Memorial Cards

Share amemorialcard featuring a summer scene, inscribed with a meaningful quote, prayer, or poem. These cards are also available as bookmarks.

Scattering Cremated Remains

If scattering cremated remains (ashes) is part of the memorial, choosing a summer location can create a meaningful experience. If you decide to scatter, do be mindful of local regulations.

Locations may include:

The Ocean

A gentle scattering along the shore can create a beautiful moment of remembrance. Alternatively, a biodegradable urn that dissolves in water can be used.

A Favorite Hiking Spot

Consider a beautiful overlook or serene valley that your loved one cherished.

The Garden

If the deceased loved gardening, scattering among their favorite plants or flowers can be a fitting tribute.

Luncheon Foods

An outdoor luncheon with light fare – sandwiches, salads, and refreshments – creates a relaxed, welcoming atmosphere. Consider including the deceased’s favorite summertime foods.

Fresh Salads

Serve light dishes, like summer pasta salad or a spinach salad with berries.

Grilled Items

Offer a BBQ spread with burgers, hot dogs, or grilled vegetables.

Fruits and Desserts

A fruit platter or refreshing desserts, such as ice cream, frozen yogurt, sorbet, or fruit tarts, add a sweet touch.

Tea Sandwiches

Servedainty sandwiches, easy to eat with one hand, offering varieties such as cucumber, tomato, or egg salad.

Activities

Eulogy or Poetry Reading

Invite guests to share a eulogy, read a poem, or offer personal memories of the deceased.

A Religious or Spiritual Service

Engage the services of a clergy member, officiant, or celebrant.

Music

Incorporate live music. Include songs to accompany readings, eulogies, or as gentle transitions between portions of the program.

Release Butterflies

Invite guests to release butterflies as a visual tribute, symbolizing the transformation of your loved one.

Release Flowers

Have guestsrelease biodegradable flowers or petals into the water or scatter them in a designated area. Similar to placing flowers on the casket of a loved one at the conclusion of a funeral service, this farewell ritual honors the deceased and acknowledges the enduring love that continues beyond loss.

Offer a Toast at Sunset

Be it with champagne, prosecco, or sparkling water.

Be mindful of local regulations and obtain permits if required by the park or beach where you plan to hold the service. Be respectful of the environment and other beachgoers.

Editor’s Note: Images courtesy of Michael Rizzotto.

Let’s Have a Conversation:

Have you been to a summer-themed memorial? If you could choose your own theme, what would it be? Have you made your wishes known?