~The Simple Sophisticate, episode #214 ~Subscribe to The Simple Sophisticate: iTunes | Stitcher | iHeartRadio | YouTube | Spotify Today's episode is over one hour of Q & As. Questions from TSLL readers and podcast listeners and answers from me, Shannon. :) This annual episode began last year, and was so well received (the most downloaded episode of the year), it has returned. I do hope you enjoy and thank you to every listener who emailed me your questions. Below you will see a list of topics that are discussed and as well as more specific points. And, the final Q & A is a lengthy excerpt from TSLL's new book, so have a listen if you've already ordered your signed copy or would like to. Be sure to tune in to the episode as I go in-depth on each topic. The links included in today's show notes are recommended to further what is discussed during the episode. I do hope you enjoy the episode, and if you'd like to listen to last year's inaugural episode, have a look/listen here (#161). I also did a mini Ask Shannon episode in January 2018(#191) in which traveling to Paris was one of the topics (what to pack), favorite totes and much more. Health & Beauty: training to walk a marathon Runner's World training post - tips Training schedule from Very Well Fit - 20 week plan beauty routine micellar water the beauty products I use and love daily 8 of my favorite skincare products maintain a healthy weight not matter your age a capsule menu - what it is and how to create your own the magic of walking as exercise how to feed your body well Relationships: When to stay and when to go Splitting the tab at meals A Fresh Start: Where to begin How to Create the Change You Want to See One entire chapter in TSLL's 2nd book is dedicated to Making a Fresh Start Reinvention Why Not . . . Reinvent Yourself? Why Not . . . Recognize the Stages of Making a Lifestyle Change? Work successfully working with coworkers you do not get along with Living: Eco-Friendly living 9 Ways to Organize Your Kitchen, Improve Your Health and Help Out the Planet Cleaning Schedule Cleaning Your Sanctuary: Tackle & Simplify House Search Median cost of a home in the United States Managing a busy life Planning the week to enjoy petit plaisirs Why Not . . . Indulge in Simple Luxuries? Daily & Weekly Routines The Importance of a Daily Routine and How to Create One You Love 18 Ways to Simplify Daily and Weekly Routines Afternoon Rituals & Routines Savor Everyday Routines Mind/Attitude: Correcting a mistake Food: Cooking for one Judith Jones' book The Pleasures of Cooking for One French Language: Best approach to learning 5 Language Learning Ideas What I've Learned in French Class So Far: Part Une What I've Learned in French Class So Far: Part Deux What I've Learned Since French Class So Far: Part Trois Reading: Magazine subscriptions - TSLL's pics and favorites Family: advice for young teenage daughters and dressing for school Atlantic article Misc.: soundtrack of the podcast excerpt from TSLL's 2nd Book: Living The Simply Luxurious Life: Making Your Everydays Extraordinary and Discovering Your Best Self Petit Plaisir: ~The New Paris podcast with Lindsey Tramuta (Lost in Cheeseland blog) ~inspired by her latest book The New Paris (2017) ~SPONSORS of Today’s Episode: Casper Mattress Promo code: SS $50 toward your purchase Troos skincare & apothecary – www.troosskin.com promo code: SIMPLE for 30% off your purchase