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šŸ’„ Julie Wainwright: A Tale of Triumph and Transformation

PLUS: Announcing This Weekā€™s Winner

Welcome To The Most Read Womenā€™s Empowerment Newsletter!

Today On the Menu:

šŸ‘©ā€šŸŽ“ Today In Womenā€™s History: Celebrating Ruth Bleier

šŸ’Ŗ Motivation: Julie Wainwright: A Tale of Triumph and Transformation

šŸŽ The Health Corner: Best-Ever AƧaĆ­ Bowl Smoothi (Prep Time: 5 Mins)

PLUS: Announcing This Weekā€™s Winner

Read Time: 3 Mins

On This Day In Womenā€™s History:

November 17, 1923: Ruth Bleier was born.

Ruth Bleier, trained in neuroanatomy in 1961, worked with the Maryland Committee for Peace, lost hospital privileges when she refused to testify before the House Committee on Un-American Activities, studied differences in brain structure between males and females at the University of Wisconsin, and involved with Womenā€™s Studies from 1975.

šŸ† THIS WEEKā€™S GIVEAWAY WINNER

This week, we've been thrilled to gift a Stanley Mug to one of our dedicated readers!

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We have a series of giveaways lined up for you, with something special planned for each week. So, keep an eye out for Monday's Newsletter, where we'll unveil the fantastic prize awaiting you next week.

šŸ’„ Julie Wainwright: A Tale of Triumph and Transformation

Julie Wainwright's journey through the highs and lows of the dot-com era exemplifies a remarkable story of resilience and entrepreneurial grit. As the CEO of Pets.com during the boom and subsequent bust of the dot-com bubble, she faced a pivotal moment when the company had to shut down. Simultaneously, her personal life encountered upheaval with the initiation of a divorce by her husband.

Undeterred by these dual setbacks, Wainwright, at the age of 53, took on a new challenge. She set the stage for a remarkable turnaround by founding The RealReal, an online luxury consignment store. This venture didn't just mark a fresh start but a resurgence after a tumultuous period.

Under Wainwright's guidance, The RealReal experienced a meteoric rise. In 2019, the company went public, achieving a valuation exceeding $1 billion. Wainwright's resilience, vision, and business expertise not only revived her career but also positioned her as a trailblazer in the luxury e-commerce landscape.

Julie Wainwright's narrative is an inspiring testament to the strength of perseverance, adaptability, and unwavering determination. It highlights the transformative power of overcoming setbacks, showcasing how adversity can pave the way for incredible achievements and unparalleled success.

Until Monday,

Gabby, Live Well Now Team

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Women frequently grow up unaware of their abilities and privileges since birth. Donā€™t fall into the trap of handing over your power to others simply because you believe you donā€™t have any.ā€

- Sonia Sotomayor

BEST-EVER ACAI BOWL SMOOTHIE

šŸ‘ Live Well Now Approved | High In Complex Carbs

You Will Need:

FOR TOPPING

1 tsp. coconut oil

1/4 c. unsweetened coconut

2 tbsp. sliced almonds

1 tbsp. sesame seeds

1 tsp. honey

Fresh or frozen blueberries

Sliced banana

Sliced strawberries

FOR AƇCAI BOWL

3 (3.5-ounce) frozen aƧaƭ packs

2 medium bananas

1 c. frozen blueberries

1 1/2 c. almond milk

Pinch of kosher salt

Directions:

1. Make topping: in a small skillet over medium heat, heat coconut oil. Add coconut, almonds, and sesame seeds, and toast, stirring often, until slightly golden. Remove from heat and stir in honey. Transfer to a plate and let cool before breaking into smaller pieces.

2. Make aƧaƭ bowl: Combine frozen aƧaƭ with bananas, blueberries, almond milk, and salt in a blender. Blend until smooth then divide evenly between two bowls. Top with fresh fruit and coconut topping.

Cook Time: 15mins | Servings: 2

Calories: 553 cals | 9g Protein | 86g Carbs | 24g Fat

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Live Well Now Team

Empowering Women Over 40 since 2020