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oxie is a rather old-fashioned word, but I say we bring it back! Not as a slogan or a hashtag - as
a state of being; a feeling we can immerse authentic in its confidence and appealing
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in its authenticity. Moxie has proven to be effective in my life during times when I desire to be authentic even in a situation where I don't know what to expect. Tapping into my reservoir of confidence allows me to remember that
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I have something to bring to the table, no matter the meal that's being prepared. I have a variety of talents, a storehouse of experience, and an abundance of interest in whatever's going on. The benefit to unleashing the moxie we have inside is that authentic confidence leads to more fun – whether it’s the crazy, roller coaster fun of a day with no agenda or the
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fun of knowing you’re experiencing the fullest, most authentic range of emotions, no matter the actual circumstance. To be confident then, can lead to the kind of fun that can’t be taken away because it’s genuine, because it’s certain, and because it came from within. That's the kind of confidence (and fun!) I want for myself, and for each of you.
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p.s. Check out our FUN coloring pages this month. After flipping through the mag, tear out each of our section dividers and get to coloring!! Original artwork contributed by TPY Bestie, Amy Stamp. Follow her @craftivatect.
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Courage is like a muscle. We strengthen it by use. – RUTH GORDON
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Create Fun by Unleashing Moxie M O N T H LY M US I C
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Realize Unfasten your seatbelt and live life on the moxie
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side! Casual up your wardrobe and colorize your routine; pursue your passions and prioritize the activities that make you feel confident; imbibe on pretty drinks, engage in authentic movement, and inspire your friends to take a weekend trip. Lifestyle Dress for Fun.................................................. 14 Grab Something Colorful............................... 24 Buy Bravely..................................................... 30
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Movement....................................................... 22 Style ............................................................... 33 Self-Care......................................................... 36
Plus Have the time of your life, with photographer @lifeunstill
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Dwell Uplevel the design of your home, by indulging in the aesthetic most authentic to you. Add a pop of color or a wall of art. Go bold + bright and throw in a little DIY—just because you can. Design Showcase your Personality............................... 40 Discover your Style............................................ 42 Love your Home................................................ 46
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Live Undo the restrictive and subversive patterns in your life in favor of living romantically, happily, and confidently. Be yourself every day and every where. Mindset Romance Yourself.......................................... 76 Reproduce Joy............................................... 80 {Re}Discover Moxie........................................ 86
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T H E MA K ERS
Our makers consistently share their time & talents. We'd love to introduce you to the lovely ladies who contributed to this month's issue.
Adva Riklin
Jessica Brigham
Cover Story Photographer
Dwell Feature Photography
@advariklinphotography
@brighamandco brighamandco.com
Born and raised in Israel, Adva is a LA photographer who
Jessica is a vivacious native New Yorker based in New
is married with twin four-year-old girls. She has held a
England who boasts a love for big and bold design.
camera in her hand since she was 8 and continues to be
It’s her goal to equip and empower creatively-inclined
attached to her camera today. She loves photographing
women to live out their best magazine-ready life. She's
pregnant women and first time mothers, making them
obsessed with DIY-ing, rearranging, cooking, cocktail
feel sexy and beautiful. Adva dreams of traveling
imbibing, thrifting, and getting shit done. This is
the world & taking pictures, with her family. This is
Jessica's first collaboration with The Perpetual You.
Adva's first collaboration with The Perpetual You.
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Jessie
Casee
P.K.
Art Director
Brand Marketer
Proofreader
@littlelegendsdesign littlelegends.com
@hopeandharbor caseemarie.com
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Krystal
Payal
Cat
Mantra Siren
Cover Story
Media Editor
@krystalbrandt krystalbrandt.com
@payal.mehta
@catballou24 amlofarms.com
Constance
Lisa
Willy
Collaborating Photographer
Collaborating Photographer
Collaborating Photographer
@constance_schiano constanceschiano.com
@right_click_photo rightclickphoto.com
@lifeunstill lifeunstill.com
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Amy M.
Amy S.
Christy
Collaborating Artist
Collaborating Artist
Collaborating Artist
@amoscatfish amymcnamara.space
@craftivatect craftivatect.com
@cmjohnsonart christymjohnsonart.com
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