Most people don’t know that my day job is a Casting Director! That’s right a casting director, my company does casting for movies, television shows, commercials, and print shoots. Most people don’t really know or understand that casting process and all the work that goes into the casting session. Enjoy the full youtube video to learn more about the casting director process! If you are interested in learning more about being an actor visit my website, Goodfaithcasting.com!
Are you just as obsessed with planners as I am? I love planners and lists because I’m a super detailed oriented person. Evo reached out to me and asked if I would like to try their unique planner, I had no idea I would really click with this planner. Okay, let me explain what makes Evo more than just a planner. First you take a brain test on their website to figure out the best planner based on how your mind naturally processes information. Then you will purchase the correlating planner per your brain type.
There are 4 different brain types and I’m an architect which means I need order and balance to thrive! You can find your brain type HERE and get your brain report. Once you take your test (only takes about 5 minutes) screenshot your phone or computer and tag me on Instagram @bellahibbs! I would love to know your brain type.
Once you find out your brain type then you order that planner. All 4 planners are just a little different based on how your brain process information. I think this is so cool because my Architect planner is very list-oriented which I love but my husband who is an explorer has a different planner based on his brain type. Your Evo planner will be broken into 3 main sections.
On your daily review you have a daily quote and you take a few minutes each day to think about what you are grateful for. According to Harvard Health Publishing, they say after 10 weeks, those who wrote about gratitude were more optimistic and felt better about their lives. In my architect planner I have a section for brain dump, this helps get ideas, thoughts or plans out of my head, pen to paper. Also each month you set a monthly ritual, this is something that you do each day. I choose to do 10 push ups a day.
As if this planner wasn’t already amazing it also has an interactive app. Each day and each week you scan your planner into the app. Over time it will track your progress and help you focus. Because this is more than just a calendar it only tracks 3 months at a time.
I have been using this planner for a couple weeks and I love it. It really keeps me accountable each day. Plus I love starting each day with a taking a couple minutes reflecting on what I’m grateful for. I’m excited to see how my productivity increase over time while I use the app and planner. Don’t forget to take your brain test and tag me on Instagram, again I would love to know your brain type. I can’t recommend this Evo planner enough, you will love it! If you are interested in getting your own Evo planner you can get 10% off by using the code “BELLA10”. Plus follow Project Evo on Instagram for productivity tips and upcoming webinars.
Photography by Stacey Poterson
The Project Evo graciously sent me a planner, but as always, opinions expressed on Hibbs Life & Style are independent and comprehensive. Bella Hibbs is the founder and CEO of Hibbs Life & Style.
Easter is just around the corner! I’m very excited because this year my sister and her husband are going to come to Arizona for Easter, ( they live in D.C.). We are going to go to some of the local resorts in Scottsdale to have a fun relaxing weekend plus family time for Easter. I got this dress on Amazon for only $36 plus it comes in 3 different colors ( light pink, yellow and light blue, all perfect for Easter or spring). I love this dress from Amazon, it’s got pretty lace and is so flirty. While Rob and I don’t have kids, Rob has a 7-year-old nephew so we do an Easter egg hunt and lots of candy. Comment below what your plans are for Easter.
Photography by Stacey Poterson
Valentine’s Day is just a few days away! Sharing this fun edgy and chic outfit that is perfect for a night out on the town. Last week I shared Valentine’s Day Sweaters but if you are looking for something a little bit more edgy and chic then this outfit is for you! This velvet and lace tank top I found on amazon and totally fell in love with the different textures. I’m guilty of not really knowing our Valentines Day plans this year, Rob and I both work so we might just do something low key this year. Comment down below with your Valentine’s Day plans?
Happy February everyone! Valentine’s day is closely approaching and today I’m sharing trendy sweaters for 2020. I got this off the shoulder bright red top on amazon and immediately fell in love with it. You can dress this sweater down for a comfy night in or dress it up for a hot date night. Today I’m also sharing other fashionable and affordable Valentine sweaters that you will fall in love with! Tell me about your Valentine Day plans below.
Photography by Stacey Poterson
I get a lot of questions on how I find time to workout or make fitness a priority when I run my own business and have now started my own conference. Well, in short, I don’t always feel like I have total balance over work, life, and fitness but I do have some tips that have helped me over the years.
I hope you use these tips and that they help you find your journey with fitness, work and life. Again I feel like I’m just figuring out as I go but that’s okay. Keep going after your dreams and everything will workout.
Photography by Stacey Poterson
If you are in need of a high protein healthy new snack than you have to check out Atlas protein bars! Let me be the first to say over the years I have tried probably tried every protein bar on the market. I use to eat Quest bars like they were going out of style but a few years back they changed their formulas and I no longer like their bars. So I was on the hunt for a new bar that fit my needs. Most protein bars either aren’t all that healthy or they taste very dry and chalky. I tried Atlas bars last October and I was totally hooked, these are the best bars I have tried. Atlas protein bars are truly taking over the market because they taste so good.
Atlas bars were around 200 to 220 calories depending on the flavor, 15 grams of protein, 3 grams of sugar (naturally sweetened with monk fruit) and 4-5 net carbs! You really couldn’t ask for a better protein bar. Atlas protein bars launched 3 new flavors last fall, mint chocolate chip, almond chocolate chip and peanut butter & raspberry. These bars not chalky at all and have so much flavor. Plus protein bars are great on those long busy work days and you can order them on directly or on Amazon!
Photography by Stacey Poterson
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If you are thinking about starting a blog, you totally should! I have been blogging consistently for a year now and I love it. Personally, for me blogging is my creative outlet, I get to create content and tell my story in fact, any story I want.
If you don’t know my day job is I’m a casting director at Good Faith Casting in Arizona and LA. A casting director’s job is to find the right talent for auditions and present the best actors to the director or client. What most people don’t know is that casting directors don’t get the final say on who should be cast. While I love casting I don’t get to make those creative decisions and that was a big reason why I wanted to create my own blog.
Like I said blogging became my creative outlet. It was something that I could do and control, yes I know I’m totally a control freak and probably why I could never be an actor! Blogging is more than taking pretty photos, it’s about telling a story. That story can be used to help others or just a place to vent.
Also blogging is a great way to meet new people and make new friendships. I think we can all agree as an adult making friends is so hard so it’s nice that the blogging community has been really welcoming to me.
Finally, the best part of blogging is you can blog ANYWHERE. Not many jobs or hobbies allow this kind of flexibility. I have had some great collaborations while I travel too. I am able to pitch to companies all across the US, which is really exciting.
Blogging is what you make of it. If you put in the work you can really grow your blog fast or it can be the escape people are looking for. Again if you have ever thought of starting a blog or youtube channel, just start! I really wish I had started sooner, not only is it fun but you make friends and have a creative outlet.
Photography by Jordan Hibbs Photography
Social media, especially Instagram has become a highlight reel. This means people not only will post the most perfect photos but a lot of work goes into creating these “sets” or “allusions”.
I’m not here judging anyone, trust me I get it and I’m 100% guilty of staging or taking a million photos just to get the perfect shot. But I want to stay humble and show the reality of some photos and that life isn’t always picture perfect. So enjoy some of my blog bloopers of 2019!
2. When the background doesn’t always go as planned.
-this photo was a hard one to get the shoot because it was crazy humid in a black leather dress plus we had to wait for the crosswalk say walk then run into the middle of the street take a few photos and then run back!
-Had the idea to take cute farmhouse winery photos only to realize the outhouse was literally pointing at me!
3. Half the photos I take my eyes are always closed!
4. Having long hair and dealing with crazy Arizona heat or Washington DC humidity is always a mess.
5. Forgot to smile for the camera
Here are a few more random bloopers from the year!
-Not allowed to eat the food till after we get the photo!
– Tried to take a blogger “fall leaf photo”, defiantly was a fail!
Last but not least, my favorite photo with Marley! He does not like taking photos or videos. I swear as soon as he see’s a camera he turns his head but instead he gave us a very sassy look for this photo!
I love going through and seeing all the bloopers, and it’s a good reminder that life is not picture perfect. But I guess the more photos you take the better chances you will get just the right shot. I hope you all enjoy the rest of 2019 and I will see you in 2020.
Photography by Jordan Hibbs Photography
The holidays are in full swing with less than 20 days till Christmas. Before family comes to town and you start hosting dinners or events take a girl’s night at Desert Ridge Marketplace!
A couple of friends and I headed up to Desert Ridge Marketplace to try out their new Sip and Stroll plus have a girl’s night. This new feature, Sip, and Stroll is where you can grab a drink and walk around outside. This time of year in Arizona is why we live here, the most perfect weather. Though this is an outside bar they will still ID you and give you a wrist band to make sure you are of age to drink. Desert Ridge is a family-friendly shopping center and I remind everyone to drink responsibly and never drink and drive.
This is great for people who don’t want to do all the shopping or just reward yourself after you get all your shopping done. The bar station is located right outside CB Live and you can order wine, signature cocktails, beer, and even hard seltzers. There is a little bit for everyone. As always I got chardonnay because you all know how much I love my wine. Jess and Jessica got Truly hard seltzers, which taste amazing. Right outside of CB Live there is a big screen that they will put on movies or football games which would be perfect for everyone in the family. Plus if you have kids they can go play on a small playground where they can run and climb on it.
Desert Ridge Marketplace does such a good job of adding new fun murals or interactive art! We got to write on their Before I Die wall, with some of our goals, it was a lot of fun. They provide chalk on the side, plus it’s fun to read everyone else’s goals.
You can walk around within Desert Ridge Marketplace with a drink but you must stay within certain boundaries that are clearly marked throughout the marketplace. If you have any questions there will be security guards to help you. It’s so nice to be able to relax with a drink and walk around outside. After we got a drink we did a little shopping. A brand new H&M just opened up in Desert Ridge and it has all the cutest fall clothes that you need. Plus a brand new VS Pink store right next door. You can get all your holiday shopping done in one spot this year.
If you are looking for a fun girls night or just a relaxing time outdoors head to Desert Ridge Marketplace. The Sip and Stroll is available on Fridays from 4 pm to 12 am, Saturday from 12 pm to 12 am and Sunday from 12 pm to 7 pm with the last call thirty minutes before. Plus Desert Ridge Marketplace has lots of restaurants that you can go enjoy dinner or happy hour at! I just love this new feature they offer, so go check out their new Sip & Stroll and tell me what you think! 🙂
Photography by The Clark Photography
Desert Ridge Marketplace graciously hosted us, but as always, opinions expressed on Hibbs Life & Style are independent and comprehensive. Bella Hibbs is the founder and CEO of Hibbs Life & Style and holds a degree in Hospitality and Tourism with a specialization in hotel management.
