Poised for Confidence (and a Chance To Win a $250 Visa Gift Card)
I consider it my job to be a fun squasher. I like to have conversations with my kid that preempt jokes, demystify life's oddities, and suck all the joy out of slang terminology. It started early with our first talk about where babies come from and will continue on and on. She knows the proper words for most everything; she understands the basic mechanics, and as time goes on, I'll fill her in on the details. It's all so that when puberty slaps her across the face, she'll be prepared.
It won't be a big deal because we will have already covered every angle.
The conversations won't stop there, though. It's not like our bodies magically stop changing once we get past that puberty thing. There is the fun of road maps of stretch marks from having a baby, the gray hair that comes in to remind us life is stressful (or maybe it's that genetics stink), breasts have a way of inching their way south, wrinkles make bumps in the road maps of our faces, and then there's that whole thing that comes along and makes puberty seem like a party.
Menopause.
I've (HOPEFULLY!) got a little bit of time before I'll have to deal with the symptoms of menopause, but frankly I'm a bit freaked out by them. Why is it that we talk openly about puberty but not menopause? WHY? I'm extremely fortunate that several of my friends are older than me, so I'll get a bit of a heads-up on what to expect.
I hope to give Alexis that heads-up as well. It may not happen for a while, but you can bet it will happen.
Poise brand is encouraging women to have The "Second Talk" in time for World Menopause Day on October 18th. I plan on tuning into the conversation so I can learn more about menopause and the solutions to some of the symptoms, thereby preparing myself for what's coming. The2ndTalk.com has information about things like hot flashes, dryness, and vaginal odor. They are all topics nobody seems to talk about, but we should.
And when it's time for me to combat what comes with menopause? Poise is introducing products designed to help women feel more comfortable, more in control, and more prepared to deal with the physical changes menopause and peri-menopause can bring. Be sure to look for details about the Body Cooling Towelettes; they look so refreshing.
It is easier to be confident as our bodies change when we know what to expect.
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Thursday, July 26, 2012
Reader Comments (377)
I'm my most confident when I'm wearing jeans that fit well. Thanks for the chance to win!
I feel most confident at work. I'm trained and knowledgable in my field. I do have some confidence in my personal life (parenting, marriage ect.). But always seem to question myself in those areas!
I feel most confident whenI can talk to someone that is more educated than me and I get it right!
I feel most confident on the days my toddler has a smile on his face and I get dinner on the table.
I am trying to feel most confident now as i prepare for the birth of my first baby who is due in exactly one week! Usually yoga gives me a natural confidence boost too!
I feel confident when I'm fully dressed with hair and make-up. Doesn't happen a lot lately but just giving myself the time sets me up the rest of the day.
I am most confident when I'm surrounded by friends and family who encourage me to feel that way
I'm most cofident when I stop caring what other people think.
I am most confident when I watch my son with my grandson. Makes me feel like I have done something right!
I feel it when I'm around my husband, he's so amazing and makes me feel great!
https://twitter.com/prismperfect/status/228829288617619456
I kind of don't know when I feel the most confident. Maybe when I'm hiking alone?
i feel most confident when my soul is at rest, my eyes on Christ.
I feel the most confident after exercising with weights.
I feel most confident when I'm exercising regularly (everything else seems to fall into place, magically).
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I am more confident when I take care of myself, exercising often, and eating healthy. If I have energy, I am positive and therefore, confident.
https://twitter.com/rosorior/status/228858985971855360
I feel most confident after a successful day at work.
I feel confident when I'm asked a question at work and I actually know the answer. And then I realize...I'm GOOD at what I do!
I am most confident when I am around my family and friends
https://twitter.com/ElenaIstomina/status/228878629399040001
I feel most confident when I sleep good. weird I know but true
I agree with Rosa, I feel most confident when I am taking care of myself. I deserve it!
i feel most confident when i shop for a string bikini.
bwaaaaaaaaaaaaahahaha! just kidding.
i feel most confident when i represent my company as i walk through the entrance to a trade show floor. head up, smile on, shoulders back...and go!
I feel most confident when I see my husband stealing looks at me or telling me my workouts are paying off.
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just being me makes me cofident
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I feel most confident when I'm doing social work. I have learned in university that I CAN help people and that the system is there to be worked for that purpose. Life has gotten better because of that.
I feel confident when Im rocking a new pair of cute shoes!
I feel most confident after getting my hair cut and colored!
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https://twitter.com/aes529/status/228944350242025472
I feel most confident when I am well rested and wearing something I think flatters my figure.
I feel most confident when I put effort into myself.
I feel most confident when I exercise.. just moving makes me feel better.. and I tend to forget that a lot!!
i feel confident after a nice long hike or a good workout
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i feel the most confident when I feel good in the inside (mentally)
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I'm most confident when I'm surrounded by people I love and respect and who I know love and respect me. Family, close friends, they make me feel confident.
when i have a good hair day i feel more confident, thismomwins@gmail.com
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when i'm having a good hair day!
https://twitter.com/DesMoinesDealin/status/229310098181353472
I feel most confient when my kids are happy and healthy and when I am with my wonderful husband! nlevdan3 at yahoo dot com
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I am most confident after I have had a good day at work.
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I'm most confident when I'm eating healthy and thing's fit better!