The Evolution of the Revolution It was December of 2016. I was sprawled in yoga class following savasana when inspiration hit like a tornado! The message was crystal clear. On the 50th day of the year, bring together 50 women over the age of 50, to celebrate together and to create a collaborative, supportive community. … Continue Reading
It was Sunday. We were sitting on the sofa immersed in conversation. Lana of My New Happy was in town for a visit. We were talking about Midlife Reinvention. Not long ago, we were mothers raising our kids. Being a Mother was our whole identity. Empty nests rocked our worlds. In our mother’s generation … … Continue Reading
Catherine McCormick left her body on 11/11/14, to create space for the birth of Catherine Grace O’Connell and ultimately the rise of CatherineGraceO, my alter ego, a woman I’m just getting to know a little more every day. She is my Phoenix Rising, buried deeply under layers of pain, trauma, wounds – but most of … Continue Reading
I remember my 20’s. Some of it wonderful. Some of it painful. Anorexia. Bulimia. No one noticed. No one seemed to care. The familiar demons, the voices of my childhood, my teens…the “never enough’s”…ensuring I knew everything that was wrong with me…not what was right with me. The waves of self-hatred rising up… smacked … Continue Reading
Could a pair of the latest vegan leather skinny leggings successfully hide a bit of menopausal weight gain? Would it be possible for a pair of skinny leggings with a universally affordable price point of $49 instantly give the illusion of trimming 10 lbs off my figure? I had a great deal of difficulty gaining … Continue Reading
Chasing the Light. The Phoenix rises from the ashes. The lotus grows from the mud. The pearl becomes luminescent through irritation. Life is a journey, a Heroine’s journey that involves both light and darkness, shadow and illumination. Can we have one without the other? Perhaps the darkness forces us to find the light. I believe … Continue Reading
2018 was a year of growth, a year of lessons, a year of sisterhood, a year of transformation, a year of fantasy, a year of reality, a year of evolution, and a year of revolution. It was an interesting journey and I thought I’d sit down and reminisce for while. Fashion is many things with … Continue Reading
Can you believe the holiday season is already here? This year flew by and what a wonderful year it was. I’ve been traveling quite a bit, having just returned from a whirlwind week in NYC. I was absolutely over the moon to have been selected to join the Fohr Freshman Class with a luxurious stay … Continue Reading
I don’t shy away from controversy so here goes … CatherineGraceO steps out to defend Facebook! Why? Because I see it changing lives for the better and bringing thousands of women together to connect and inspire! Facebook is a tool and a tool is only defined by how it’s used. Unless you’ve been sleeping under … Continue Reading
You know it’s a successful event when women are already signing up for the next one before it’s even over! FierceCon 2018, sponsored by Saranghae Korean Skin Care, and hosted by the incredible folks at the Crown Plaza Hotel, Redondo Beach, is just barely in the rearview mirror but the ripple effect has only just … Continue Reading
We are the Perfect Storm. Let’s embrace our wisdom and life experience, our creativity and confidence, and our ability to explore health, wellness, and vitality! Join me on the journey to “Mastering Modern Midlife!”
