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Well, it depends on who you ask. Not all organizations agree on the exact age to get a mammogram. Generally, it’s somewhere between the ages of 40 and 50 for women with an “average” risk. Just a few days ago, The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG) released a...
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Mary Kay Ash wrote the book on how to make people feel important. (Mary Kay on People Management is still just as relevant today as when she initially wrote it in 1984.) And we could all benefit from learning how she did it! So here are some examples of her in action. Enjoy! Mary Kay always talked to...
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The Community Alliance Against Family Abuse (CAAFA) in Apache Junction, Arizona, is using the 2016 shelter grant from The Mary Kay Foundation℠ to provide comprehensive support services to crisis shelter residents. Horse-assisted therapy is one of their most effective programs. CAAFA serves a large, mainly...
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Editor's Note: What if you could sit down with Mary Kay Ash's personal secretary? We were able to do just that. Jennifer Cook, who retires this month, has served in many roles at Mary Kay throughout her 45 years with the company, but certainly the most notable was as Mary Kay Ash's personal...
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Editor’s Note: Please share this important information and resources. Using technology — like cell phones, computers the internet and social media — is part of our daily lives. At the 2017 Conference on Crimes Against Women , where The Mary Kay Foundation℠ was the presenting sponsor...
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Today, we want to educate you on a creative type of therapy used in helping domestic violence survivors: equine therapy . Women who survive domestic violence often end up with low self-esteem, insecurity, difficulty solving problems and high anxiety. Research now shows that horses can help change all...
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Editor’s note: I was surprised to learn that Mary Kay Ash would go to the trouble of having a garage sale. I wish I could have been there to watch the fun though! This story was compiled from memories from Jennifer Cook, Nancy Thomason, Becky Brown and Liz Ledesma. Thanks ladies! Garage sale at...
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The rigors of cancer treatment can affect women on every level — emotionally, mentally, physically and spiritually. For Mary Kay Independent Sales Director Linda Leonard-Thompson, there’s a loving passion and strong commitment to help cancer patients look and feel better while they are facing...
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Today officially marks the first day of summer! So we’re doing a lighter, more fun post today. Summer is my favorite season of the year. I remember the carefree days of summer vacation as a child. And I drink them in as my boys enjoy the same. I also find it much easier to eat healthy and stay...
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Thanks to Mary Kay Independent National Sales Director Lisa Madson and Mary Kay Independent Future Director Rachel Madson Zarling for their photo and incredible support of The Mary Kay Foundation.℠
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CONGRATULATIONS! YOU DID IT! Heartfelt gratitude and kudos for your generous fundraising for causes close to Mary Kay Ash’s heart — eliminating cancers that affect women and ending domestic abuse. With immeasurable caring, creativity and passion, the Mary Kay independent sales force supported...
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Last week, more than 35,000 oncology professionals from 100 countries met in Chicago at the 53rd annual meeting of the American Society of Clinical Oncology . Attendees discussed new treatments, therapies, and ongoing controversies in all realms of cancer. As part of The Mary Kay Foundation℠’s...
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Just tell the truth. I’m a big believer in talking straight. Fortunately, I saw Mary Kay Ash model this. Back when I was young, I remember riding a crowded elevator. After a few people got off on each floor, I turned around and saw Mary Kay Ash. “How are you?” she said. “Great...
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Mary Kay Independent Beauty Consultant Jennifer Whiting Dennis and husband Bill with son. When Mary Kay Independent Beauty Consultant Jennifer Whiting Dennis and her husband, Bill, tied the knot, they knew just what they wanted — a ceremony and a celebration that were personal, memorable and charitable...
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The Mary Kay Foundation℠ recently sponsored the 2017 Conference on Crimes Against Women in downtown Dallas. Hosted by the Dallas Police Department and Genesis Women’s Shelter and Support, this unique conference brought more than 2,200 professionals from all 50 states, Canada, Bermuda, Germany,...
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How she answered those tough questions Mary Kay Ash was always very gracious to media personnel — even when they started to ask her questions she didn’t want to answer. She trained many a journalist that you don’t ask a lady about her marital status or history or age. But people still...
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Lace Up! On Your Mark! Get Set! Northeast Region Steps Out For The Mary Kay Foundation℠ On the heels — literally! — of an uber-successful 9th Annual Northeast Branch MK5K®, supporters of The Mary Kay Foundation℠ are already on the move, gearing up their 2017 effort. Register now to join...
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We’ve received numerous requests on how YOU can make a difference for women with cancer. So, that’s what we bring you today. Use these ideas to find — or create — your niche in the cancer volunteer community. Five ways you can volunteer! Take The Mary Kay Foundation℠ to your community...
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Editor’s note: Jennifer Cook reminds us in today’s post how domestic violence shelters meet urgent and long-term needs of domestic abuse victims — and how we can all help. The Mary Kay Foundation℠ recently completed its 2017 domestic violence shelter grant selection process, reviewing...