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PLUS: A Grapefruit Anise Salad Recipe
Live Well Now
November 14, 2023
Welcome To The Most Read Women’s Empowerment Newsletter!
Today On the Menu:
👩‍🎓 Today In Women’s History: Celebrating Louise Brooks
đź’Ş Motivation: Redefining Entrepreneurship Through the Ages
🍎 The Health Corner: Grapefruit Anise Salad To Try (Prep Time: 15 Mins)
PLUS: This Week’s Giveaway
Read Time: 3 Mins
On This Day In Women’s History:
November 14, 1906: Louise Brooks was born
Louise Brooks, danced with the Denishawn Dancers in 1922-23, and made movies in America and Germany including “Pandora’s Box,” her frank memoir, Lulu in Hollywood, showed her sharp wit and intelligence.
🏛️ Redefining Entrepreneurship Through the Ages
Barbara Bradley Baekgaard's journey with Vera Bradley embodies the essence of unconventional success.
With no prior business experience, she and her cofounder sought guidance from businessmen, undeterred by potential competition. This insightful advice laid the groundwork for the birth of Vera Bradley in 1982 when Baekgaard was in her early 40s.
Leading the company until her resignation in 2017, during her late 70s, Baekgaard saw the transformation of a $500 startup, equipped with a ping-pong table as a makeshift desk, into an empire. Her venture propelled her into the ranks of the country’s wealthiest self-made women.
Now, in her 80s, Baekgaard defies traditional norms by venturing into a new domain—hospitality. Undeterred by age, she humorously claims the title of the "world's oldest entrepreneur". Her indomitable spirit and resilience continue to fuel her journey, showcasing that age is merely a number when it comes to chasing dreams and redefining success.
Until tomorrow,
Gabby, Live Well Now Team
Never let a little adverse weather depress you. Believe in yourself and your abilities because there is always sunshine on the other side.”
GRAPEFRUIT ANISE SALAD TO TRY
đź‘Ť Live Well Now Approved | Plant Based
You Will Need:
2 large grapefruit
1/2 cup sugar
1/2 cup water
6 star anise, whole
Directions:
1. In a small sauce pan, combine sugar and water. Bring to a low boil, stirring until sugar has dissolved. Remove from heat and add star anise. Allow the star anise to flavor the simple syrup for 2-4 hours. Can be made ahead of time. Store in refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
2. When ready to serve or eat, use a small sharp knife to peel the rind away from the grapefruit. Slice into pieces and pour a little of the simple syrup over it.
Cook Time: 15mins | Servings: 4
Calories: 123 cals | 1g Protein | 32g Carbs | 0g Fat
THIS WEEK’S GIVEAWAY
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Live Well Now Team
Empowering Women Over 40 since 2020