Episode 300: Feeling Like Yourself at 40 with Franchesca Ramsey
Apr 10, 2024
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Franchesca Ramsey talks about the beauty of foot rubs, the evolution of her online presence, and feeling like herself at forty. The hosts share nail care routines, discuss the shift in social media content, and explore the challenges of navigating social media pressures.
Wearing sunscreen daily, like Supergoop, is crucial for skin protection against UV rays, especially for darker skin tones.
Embracing ageing as a privilege and redefining beauty standards to appreciate natural processes of getting older.
Prioritizing individuality over societal ideals and reframing self-care practices to align with personal identity.
Deep dives
Importance of Using Sunscreen Daily
Wearing sunscreen every day is emphasized for skin protection, even if it's not sunny outside, to help combat the harmful effects of UV rays, particularly for people with darker skin. The significance of sunscreen, such as Supergoop, in daily skincare routines is highlighted.
Understanding the Challenges of Ageing
A shift in perspective towards ageing is discussed, debunking societal pressures around age and appearance. Embracing the privilege of ageing is emphasized, redefining beauty standards and appreciating the natural process of getting older.
Overcoming Beauty Standards and Embracing Individuality
Reframing beauty standards and self-care practices is highlighted through experiences with societal expectations and changing views on appearance. The importance of embracing individuality over conforming to external ideals is emphasized.
Navigating Self-Care and Wellness Amidst Illness
Balancing self-care while managing sickness is discussed, showcasing the challenges of maintaining routines and wellness during periods of illness. Strategies for navigating self-care amidst health challenges are explored.
Taking Charge of Workspace Organization and Productivity
Establishing intentions to declutter workspace and enhance productivity is a priority, acknowledging the impact of an organized environment on overall well-being and focus. The commitment to achieving an organized workspace for improved efficiency is emphasized.
Doree has another great en-Doree-sment of a nail product and Kate is stoked to try it. Then, they talk with multi-hyphenate Franchesca Ramsey (you might know her as @Chescaleigh) about the beauty of a good foot rub, the social media app you shouldn’t sleep on, the way her online presence has changed over the years, and feeling the most like herself at forty.