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The
new
you A guide
2020
to a happier,
healthier you
A DAILY JOURNAL
PUBLICATION
INSIDE: Decluttering your home can increase contentment
The
new
you 2020
ORGANIZATION
CONTENTS:
6 Skin care:
Moisture matters
Living
8
with less
Getting fit:
Ballroom dancing
W
10 How to deal
with angry people
2019: Giving
12 it a rest
Reducing When the idea of decluttering sends you spi-
raling in a storm of anxiety, fear not. Area
experts say the key to successfully ridding
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clutter one’s living space of excess stuff is taking it one
breath and one item at a time.
Claudia Appel, owner of Pink Elephant Home,
30 S. Water St., Suite A
Franklin, IN 46131
increases says everyone has an elephant in the room —
the big piles of stuff we walk around and ignore;
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contentment it is the clutter.
“When we have those elephants in the room,
we are paralyzed and we don’t do any organiza-
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“On the practical side, I would say it is important
to declutter, because you will learn how to live
with less and appreciate it more. Don’t be afraid of
letting go of things. The result is so rewarding.”
Claudia Appel
with her book “Spark Joy,” the idea for keep, one for donate and another
of decluttering really hit the main- for discard.
stream. And though not everyone If you are clearing a closet that
is on board or emotionally ready to has items you might want to keep,
embrace a minimalistic lifestyle, but overall there are things you
her work continues to spark motiva- may not have seen for years, this is
tion when it comes to decreasing where having another person with
clutter. you is valuable.
So, say you have made the deci- “You would take all those clothes
sion to declutter your living space, out of the closet and lay them on a
you have help and you have a plan. chair or the bed,” Ecker says. “The
Now what? other person will hold the items
RETHINK
Pick the area you want to de- up, and you don’t get to touch them
clutter, but do so in a way that isn’t because tactile will make you more
overwhelming. “Take everything by inclined to keep something.”
category,” Appel recommends. “A With the first round, the other
lot of organization is about having person would hold up three items
that sense of having lost control. and you would pick two. Then of the
YOUR RESOLUTION
A way to keep yourself calm and two, you pick one, slowly paring to
successful is to tell yourself you are essentials. Ecker and Appel agree
going to do one limited thing, such that once items are identified to be
as I am only going to do books or donated or discarded, they should
clothing today.” be removed from the house that
Then it is time to empty and edit, same day. This reduces the tempta-
Appel says. tion to go back and pick through
If you are tackling a good-sized them, bringing some back into the
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from the space to go while you are that is when you get containers to
is here to make cleaning, Ecker says. Depending keep the items you will have in that
your 2020 great, on how cluttered the space is, the
destination for items being moved
room,” Ecker says.
Keeping a home free of clutter
no matter where may be another room or it could be
outside. If the living space is clut-
has tremendous benefits. You know
what you actually have and are able
you are in your tered to the point of safety being an
issue, it may be best to pick a nice
to find things when you need them.
And there is a sense of calm and
educational day and move things out onto the
porch or driveway.
peace that settles in a clean living
space, she says.
journey or career. “You never want to do an organi-
zation project without completely
One also gains a greater apprecia-
tion and gratitude for their home
emptying out the space, whether environment and belongings, Appel
it is a drawer or an entire closet,” says.
Learn how at she says. “The trick is to completely
empty out the space even if half of
“On the practical side, I would
say it is important to declutter,
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THE NEW YOU 5
SKIN CARE
Moisture
matters
Winter weather can
I
get under your skin
By jenn willhite //
DAILY JOURNAL CORRESPONDENT
DANCE YOUR WAY TO A NEW YOU! If Old Man Winter wreaks
havoc on your skin, the best
defense is a consistent skin
care routine that delivers mois-
skin care regimen.
“I always recommend using
a hydrating soap, like Dove,”
Lafree says. “And, of course,
Great valentines gift! ture, say area experts.
Although it is important
minimize the use of fragrance
or perfumes. I also recom-
to keep skin hydrated and mend over-the-counter CeraVe
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even more so during the winter
months when low temperatures Lafree also recommends
and low humidity can take decreasing the duration of
their toll. showers or baths to less than
According to Brittany Lafree, 10 minutes, bathing in luke-
a physician assistant with the warm water and moisturizing
new students only Dermatology Center of Indiana
in Greenwood, much of peo-
the skin while it is still damp.
Taking a lukewarm bath
singles or couples ple’s winter skin woes are the lessens the risk of histamine
result of less moisture in the release, which tends to happen
Expires 2/29/2020 epidermis and dermis layers of when bathing in hot water, and
the skin. the subsequent itchiness that
“The cold, dry air that histamines can trigger, she
Exercise more
comes along with the heat says.
we bring indoors is basically Laura Dalton, lead aestheti-
what causes dry, flaky skin,” cian with Transformations
fun out of life
she says. “When we have that Salon and Spa in Indianapolis,
dryness, it allows us to lose says dehydration and dry-
moisture from the skin, and ness top the list of winter skin
when that happens, you are issues she sees with clients.
more prone to dryness, flaking “This weather kind of sucks
and cracking of the skin.” the life out of us in general,”
To help stave off the ill ef- she says. “Hair, skin and nails,
fects of cold weather, Lafree everything is depleted.”
recommends maintaining a In order for moisturizers to
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the deeper layers of the skin, going past that top layer of the
and that means exfoliation has skin.”
to happen. And people just don’t Oftentimes, plant-, fruit- or
exfoliate, Dalton says. botanical-based exfoliation
An analogy she uses with products can work wonders,
clients to illustrate how the pro- but it is a matter of finding the
cess works is to imagine you are right one for your skin type.
trying to apply lotion to your “It is kind of like a wardrobe,
legs while wearing pantyhose. and it changes throughout
Sure, some of the moisture will the year,” Dalton says. “It is
seep through, but the pantyhose common to use a different
are clearly a barrier to the lo- cleanser and moisturizer in the
tion doing what it is intended to fall and winter than you do in
do. Exfoliation is the process of spring and summer.”
removing that barrier. Lafree and Dalton agree the
“Once we get that barrier best defense against winter skin
broken, we can hydrate the woes is protection.
skin, and that moisture can get Whether one opts for a
down to where we need it to and moisturizing lotion or cream
be effective,” she says. is really a matter of personal
However, in cold weather, preference, Lafree says. Typi-
when the skin is already dry cally, she recommends a good
and irritated, finding the proper moisturizing cream, especially
exfoliation can be tricky. After
all, the last thing you want
is to further irritate already
when it is going to be used on
the face.
“I like creams better because
Signature
inflamed skin. It is important they are thicker,” she says. “And
to remember there are different
types of exfoliation, Dalton says.
“Exfoliation doesn’t always
they will help to hydrate the
skin more efficiently and are
more beneficial for the skin.”
Program
have to be physical,” she says. For some, winter skin care
“It can also be granular or a can extend to the use of “free
scrub.” For instance, if you have and clear” products, such as
sensitive skin or are prone to soaps and detergents, Lafree
redness and irritation, an enzy- says.
matic exfoliation could be the Another element that is
way to go. often forgotten or dismissed is
Enzymes essentially work like sunscreen, which can play an
Pac Man, only gobbling up all instrumental role in a winter
the bacteria, dry skin and gunk skin care routine. Even though
that accumulates on the skin, it is cold outside, the potentially
resulting in the same effect harmful effects of sun exposure
a chemical peel would have, remain, Dalton says.
Dalton explains. “Even though we are not on
“An enzyme is a chemical ex- the beach or at the pool, the
foliation,” she says. “A chemical skin still needs that protec-
exfoliation is anything that is tion,” she says. “If you are ever
causing a chemical reaction to outside, you are still exposed to
the skin and that is typically the sun.”
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Settling into the new year with doesn’t create abuse on the body
a new fitness regimen? Consider and joints.”
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adding ballroom dancing. According to Jeff Baker, ad-
Since “Dancing with the Stars” missions director for Five Star
debuted in 2005, more people are Dance Studio in Indianapolis, the
Becoming
embracing ballroom dancing as health benefits of dancing come
a fitness activity and with good from moving the body in a multi-
reason, say experts. tude of different ways.
“A lot of people have ballroom “It is very much a whole body
Resilient
dancing pegged as a grandma workout,” he says. “We start with
and grandpa activity,” says the feet and work our way up the
Lindsey Rutherford, manager body.”
Women
and co-owner of Fred Astaire Dancing activates many
Dance Studio in Greenwood. “But muscles that aren’t used on
there is a lot more to it than an everyday basis, so it isn’t
the waltz and foxtrot mentality, uncommon for dancers to be a
Leadership
especially when it comes to our bit sore after leaving the dance
rhythm and Latin dances, like floor, Baker says. Moving side to
the cha-cha, swing and salsa.” side and front to back certainly
Workshop
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increase flexibility, agility and strings engaged. Dancing also
coordination. “When I practice, helps individuals improve their
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replacements and knee replace- lenges the individual mentally, Neff teaches a group class at Fred Astaire.
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PERSON TO PERSON
How to deal with Do you have a friend, co-worker
or spouse who is always flying
off the handle?
Here are some tips
for helping angry people:
— Talk about better communica-
angry people
You might be dealing with
someone who’s never matured, tion, not tempers. Tell someone:
someone with a big ego, or “I’d like to communicate better with
someone with bipolar disorder. you. I need you to tell me how to do
Before you get tempted to push that. I’m failing miserably.”
any wrong buttons, use your — Present yourself as non-
Use logic when confronting logic. Take a look at the control judgmental. Don’t say, “You act like
you do have with such people. a fool.” Do say, “I think this anger is
those who are temperamental Taking control means you’ll hard on you.”
likely have to go into “warrior — Declare that you believe
mode” yourself. You’ll have to
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take charge and do something
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positive that requires a stretch.
state that solutions can be found.
“My brother-in-law Donald,
who served a lot of time in the
Say, “You’re going to feel better
military, was suffering from when you take charge of your
posttraumatic stress,” says a health and well-being.”
banker we’ll call Brad. “He
would go nuts and turn over
tables. I was worried for my meaning a psychologist, than a
sister and her kids.” friend or family member.”
Brad ended up getting his sister Some angry people might have
and his brother-in-law to visit a physical issues as well.
counselor. “But,” says Brad, “I For example, those with
went to the counselor first. Then I blood sugar problems, such as
asked my sister to join me.” diabetes or hypoglycemia (low
Together, they invited Donald blood sugar) can experience
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sessions. “I used to explode with anger
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Let’s cancel ‘OK Boomer’ in
2020, the humble brag, too
By the associated Press
NEW YORK — Either loudly sing your own praises or don’t in the new year, but let’s leave the
humble brag behind, along with a few other oversaturated, cloying or just plain silly cultural quirks
that deserve a big goodbye. Among them are pop-up shops, cancel culture and the ever-present
“OK Boomer” retort on social media. With much ado about something, here’s our annual Over It
list of things that should remain in 2019:
DOUBLE-WRISTING POP-UPS INFLUENCER FATIGUE
Wearing two timepieces has been around since the There’s one for ketchup. There’s one for ice cream. Is it the end of the line for influencers? Greg Petro,
18-century dandy and his double pocket watches, There’s one for “Friends.” There are tons with the sole writing for Forbes.com, declared in November: “Con-
intended to culturally elevate as opposed to making mission of selling you merch, as opposed to selling you sumers, especially younger ones, are losing trust in
sure he was really, really on time. Later, Marlon merch while also being mildly entertaining. The Busi- paid influencers and looking instead to organic grass-
Brando pulled off the two-wrist tango but, you know, ness of Fashion notes that Amazon and other digital roots communities where their like-minded peers are
he was Brando. Young celebs have caught on, Chris disruptors have contributed to traditional retailers closing sharing content and commentary about brands and
Pratt, Johnny Depp and Drake included. These days thousands of stores. The prime but empty real estate is products they actually love.” Rock on, Greg! Side
it’s all about the digital add-on, plus a statement up for grabs on short-term leases for ever-rotating ten- note, exactly how many followers does one need to
piece. Can you see our side eyes? ants. Pop-ups are now a “strategy” on both ends, from score an influencer gig? Asking for a friend.
commercial land barons to the sellers of goods, luxury
EMAIL RECEIPTS to goofy. Some aren’t mad about it. We’re all popped out. REVIEWS AND SURVEYS
Firstly, huge thanks for your out-of-office responses. CANCEL THE CANCELERS Everybody is looking for feedback of all kinds, all the
Those are gold, but please stop asking for receipts. time. Don’t be so needy! Just send the toilet brush.
Learn to live with the suspense like the rest of us as There’s nothing wrong with calling out bad behavior, a Your survey doesn’t just take “a minute.” You have all
to when we read or do not read your missives, either bad person or bad practices, especially the kind that the reviews you need. If we had something to say,
are truly threatening and make people feel unsafe.
email, text or otherwise. The same goes for when we we’d say it. We’re putting the incessant requests for
There is most definitely something wrong with the
most likely do or perchance do not delete said mis- service and purchase reviews and surveys high on
mob mentality that swirls on social media unchecked.
sives at our convenience. Our inbox. Our rules. Keep the annoying list alongside the onslaught of robocalls.
The cancel culture is often stoked by sheeples with no
your curiosity and aggressive email tactics to yourself. interest in drilling down to truths. Mean for mean’s sake SPOUSAL GUSHING
HUMBLE-BRAGATHON or 100 percent willing to gulp gossip is not cool. We say,
It’s your anniversary. It’s your wife’s birthday. We get
think before you cancel. We need cancel truth. Unite!
For the truly humble, we appreciate you. For the it. You’re married or you have an otherwise significant
passive-aggressive, not so much. Merriam-Webster BOOMER BACKLASH other and you want your social media world to know
sums up the humble brag nicely: “To make a seem- Once upon a time in Memeland there was an older all about how you actually feel about the big day,
ingly modest, self-critical, or casual statement or dude who trashed millennials and Gen-Zers for Peter the big event, so you post a pic, and your words go
reference that is meant to draw attention to one’s ad- Pan syndrome. For that, younger folks have declared something like this: “To my angel spouse, the perfect
mirable or impressive qualities or achievement.” Just 2019 the year of “OK, Boomer,” as in baby boomer. Not love of my life. You complete me.” The reality at home
own yourself. The dictionary titans say the term has that the yoots and their pejorative for intransigence, might be more like this: “If you eat my leftovers, I will
been around since 2002. It was later popularized by intolerance and tech phobia among their elders is end you!” Or maybe true love is alive and flourishing.
the comedian, TV producer and writer Harris Wittels, entirely wrong, mind you. It’s just time to calm down a Love is grand, but in the words of 4-year-olds the
who died in 2015. bit. The phrase “OK, Boomer” has a richer history. As world over: “Ewwwww.” In the words of far more
the legend goes, it surfaced on Reddit in 2009 and on cynical grown-ups, “Get a room!”
4chan in 2015. According to The Boston Globe, TikTok
videos with the “OkBoomer” tag have been watched
more than 44 million times and counting.
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dware store and began taking on
selling GE appliances exclusively appliances in 1950,
. By 1993, Bishopp's opened a sec
lumbus, Indiana and started offe ond
ring a wide variety of brand applian location in Co-
now offer the industry's leading ma ces. Both locations
nufacturers including GE, Frigidai
KitchenAid, Whirlpool, and Hotpoi re, LG, Speed Queen,
nt. We've also expanded into elec
Sony, LG and Samsung. tronic brands such as
We pride ourself on being a family
owned and operated business!
1647 N National Rd. Columbus, IN Since our start in 1947 we have con
Following a heartbreaking fire in
tinued to make Richard and Nola Bes
s Bishopp proud!
812 372 5899
1994, we moved our Shelbyville
find us today! The loving Bishopp location to where you
’s Appliances name is currently own
with the Columbus location manag ed by Becky Bishopp,
ed by daughter Anne and nephew
In fact, we are so much of a family Doug in Shelbyville.
oriented business, our service ma
has been with our company for 47 nager, Dennis Wise
years! To this day we are proud to
dedicated employees and six serv say we have fourteen
ice techs.
Whether you want to stop by to lear
n more or plan to purchase a major
Bishopp’s Appliances will treat you appliance, we at
like family and assist you every step
work with you to find a product tha of the way. We will
t fits your needs, budget and lifestyl
you’ll be supporting the local com e. Not to mention,
munity! Shop with us today to rece
perienced help along the way. ive friendly and ex-
• We sale and service GE, Mayta
g, Whirlpool, Speed
Queen, & Kitchen Aid
• We deliver install and service
42 Public Square Shelbyville, IN • We proudly serve the areas of Sh
elb
Indianapolis, Franklin, Bloomington yville, Columbus,
, Greenwood, North
317 398 6236 Vernon, Seymour, Rushville, and Gree
nsburg.
DJ-35033327
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