With the arrival of spring comes a season of renewal—an invitation to rediscover, refresh, and rejuvenate. Whether it's experimenting with new beauty styles or reinventing your life’s story, now is the perfect time to embrace change. In this edition, we’ve gathered a collection of must-haves, inspiring stories, and thoughtful advice to help you bloom this season.

Let’s celebrate the season of rebirth together—because, just like nature, it’s never too late to start fresh and grow into the next version of yourself.

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Wellness: Thrive Beyond 45

Spring is nature’s reminder that renewal is essential—not just for the world around us, but for our inner selves also. A fresh makeup style isn’t just about aesthetics; it’s a mindfulness practice. Taking time to experiment with new shades or techniques can ground you in the present, easing stress and sparking creativity. For mature women, this playful reinvention honors the wisdom of aging while nurturing curiosity, proving that beauty and self-discovery thrive at every stage.

Reinventing your style is an invitation to explore and play. These small, joyful experiments are more than cosmetic—they’re acts of self-discovery. When we dare to see ourselves in a new light, we challenge old narratives about aging.  By exploring textures, colors, and finishes that feel unexpected yet exciting, you honor your complexity.  Each choice is a step toward owning your evolution, proving that confidence blooms when we embrace the beauty of becoming.

LWYA: Must-Haves for Your Best Self

🌸 This season, let your foundation do more than cover—let it transform! Skintastic Airbrush Liquid Foundation doesn’t just “even out”skin; it elevates, with skincare actives  that visibly lift,  blur pores with a long-lasting finish.  . Dab, blend, and watch your complexion stay fresh for hours—no oxidizing drama, just unapologetic renewal. 💕 Your skin’s second act starts here!

Jewelry: Accessorize Your Awesome

🌸 Spring’s rebirth isn’t just for nature—your spirit deserves a fresh bloom too. The Have Faith Ear Climbers reimagine tradition with a rebirth of their own: ethically crafted lab-grown sapphires (nature’s rebirth, perfected) and gold vermeil that gleams like a fresh start. Their curve-hugging design isn’t just stylish—it’s symbolic, rising with the optimism of a new season. Wrap your soul in jewelry that grows with you, because renewal isn’t just for the earth—it’s for the heart, too. ✨ Wear your evolution.

Podcast Preview: Inspiring Conversations

Amanda Knox’s journey from international scapegoat to empowered advocate shines a light on courage, the power of perseverance, and rewriting your story when the world tries to define you.  Tune in to hear the whole story. 

Live By Design: Crafting A Life You Love

Crafting a life you love is an act of reclaiming your story, especially when you've felt misunderstood in relationships or by the world around you. Like the changing seasons, there are times when your life requires a shift — a spring refresh — to bring clarity, understanding, and alignment with who you truly are. Misunderstandings can often lead to feeling disconnected, whether from others or from your own sense of self. But just as the earth regenerates in spring, you too can regenerate your sense of purpose and direction. Let go of the weight of past judgments and allow yourself the space to renew and rebuild. This process, though challenging, is vital for creating a life that feels authentic and fulfilling, grounded in self-love and compassion.

In spring, the world is invited to begin again, and so are you. If you’ve felt isolated or misunderstood, now is the perfect time to open yourself to a new chapter, where you are free to define your path without the constraints of old labels. Spring is not just about external transformation — it’s an inner rebirth. Just as the trees begin to blossom again, you too can renew your relationships, letting go of misunderstandings and allowing connections to thrive based on mutual respect and understanding. Crafting a life you love starts with embracing the change that spring offers, transforming not just your surroundings but your entire approach to life and love.

Foodie Flavor Favorites

Quick vegan, healthy bites for on-the-go energy renewal or an anytime, healthy snack.  (Reprinted from Love and Lemons)

No Bake Energy Bites

• Yield: 12 servings 

• Prep Time: 10 minutes

• Cook Time: 10 minutes

• Total Time: 20 minutes

Ingredients

• 1 cup whole rolled oats (not instant)

• 1 tablespoon ground flaxseed + 3 tablespoons warm water

• ¼ cup roasted almond butter

• 2 tablespoons maple syrup

• 3 soft Medjool dates, pitted (or 2 additional tablespoons of maple syrup)

• 2 tablespoons coconut oil

• ½ teaspoon vanilla extract

• ¼ teaspoon cinnamon

• ¼ teaspoon sea salt

• ¼ cup chopped walnuts

• ½ cup shredded coconut

• ⅓ cup chocolate chips

Instructions

1. In a medium pan, toast the oats over low heat until just browned around the edges, about 1 to 2 minutes. Remove from the heat and set aside.

2. In a small bowl, combine the flaxseed and warm water and set aside to thicken for about 5 minutes. In a food processor, combine the almond butter, maple syrup, dates, coconut oil, vanilla, cinnamon and salt. Add the flaxseed mixture and blend until smooth.

3. Add the walnuts and pulse until combined. Add the oats and coconut and pulse until combined. Add the chocolate chips and pulse just until evenly incorporated.

4. Roll the mixture into 12 balls and chill until firm, at least 30 minutes. If the dough is too sticky to work with, chill it for several minutes before rolling.

5. Store in an air-tight container in the refrigerator.

This Week in Belle by Kim Gravel