Ultimately, it's how you approach things in life that puts a smile on your face.

I have two pairs of stretchy maternity leggings and jeans, which I will never give up, because once you experience an elastic band for a waist, you will never go back.

Exercise is important, but exercise in a gym is not important. Go and take a walk outside. Skip the umpteenth coffee date and go for a hike instead. Take the stairs. Walk your errands.

If you live your life all out today, not only is it fun, but you are preventing a midlife crisis.

Your life shouldn't be anything short of spectacular.

Don't make a different meal for every person, but make buildable meals. And, I do this with my kids, try to expand their palates gently.

If you have expectations, you try to put your standards on someone else's behavior. The fact is you can't control anyone but yourself, so creating standards, as opposed to expectations, keeps the ball in your court.