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Let's talk about friendships.

Company matters. If your friends are out smoking during work, bunking classes and partying, you will either

a) break under peer pressure and follow them

b) be miserable if that isn't the lifestyle you want

I want to say I've never been in that situation, but I was. This is why I can empathize with you, and tell you that you need to leave friendships like these ASAP.

My "friends" did not respect me. Because I let them. They would talk over me, make plans without me, leave me behind at gatherings, had absolutely NO boundaries. It took me a painful experience to wake the fuck up and leave them.

In my room, I cried. I screamed. I raged about how unfair all of this was. But the issue wasn't them it was me. I was the one who didn't set the boundaries. I was the one who let them disrespect me over and over. The moment you do not stand up for yourself, it's over. Its hunting season, and people will tear you to shreds.

It took me a while to heal, but when I did end up making new, better friends, I realised the vast difference between my friend groups. When I was with my old friends, I was constantly stressed, I had incomplete assignments, I would go out all the time, and I'll be honest I was really bitchy. With my new friends, my god how things changed. New study habits, healthier choices, laughter, love.

I didn't realise how long I hadn't been myself. The people who you surround yourself with have a huge effect on you and your life. And trust me when I say if you feel the need to hide parts of yourself and fake shit to be around them, you will NEVER be happy around them. True friendship flourishes around authenticity and confidence.

Company matters. Know who your real friends are.

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blog upgrade who?

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Could you make a glow up series for men please 🙏🙏

Interesting idea. I'll look into it for sure!

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eternal sunshine is the album for spring and summer for me this year. the airy tones and bright melodies are just perfect, and the layering and harmonies are beautiful.

it reminds me of pineapple and summer storms, and lying in bed as this vaguely melancholic feeling washes over me as i melt into the sheets.

lovely.

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March looks a lot like

Golden sunlight through white curtains, melted chocolate easter eggs, cherry flavored lip balm, exhilaration, the scent of wet earth, giggles, stargazing, flowy dresses, trips to the beach, ukeleles, bright green grass, bouquets of pink tulips, freshly baked banana bread, picnics with close friends, gold jewellery, new notebooks, reading poetry in the afternoon, candlelight dinners, tabby cats, the fresh feeling of productivity, morning jogs, strawberry smoothies and avocado toast, rosewater, the press of lips against your forehead, love and peace.

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ty for the tag @queenofcoquette <3

my top songs of february:

pick your brain - lyn lapid

cinnamon girl - lana del rey

505 - arctic monkeys

greedy - tate mcrae

silk & cologne - metro boomin

open tag for anyone who wants to do this! xx 🌻

tysm for the tag @klerh111!!

my top songs of february:

the air that i breathe- the hollies

highschool lover- air

playground love- air

run to me- bee gee's

so far away- carole king

tagging @lovesickbrat @dark-nymph3t @being-addie @mercurystargirl @paulmccartneysflower and whoever else wants to share :)

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thank you for the tag @queenofcoquette! adorable idea!

favorite song at the moment

poster boy - lyn lapid

pick your brain - lyn lapid

we're all eating each other - juliet ivy

obsession at the moment

finishing my finals

my first college application result coming in this weekend

summer fruits and dark chocolate

crochet

the nanny (tv show)

van gogh's art

celebrity crush

(i actually can't think of any atm whoops)

but i like real people more, i can't remember the last time i had a celebrity crush.

favorite food and drink

freshly baked bread with olive oil, pad thai, pizza

iced lemon sweet tea, hot chocolate, coffee

place where i would like to live

anywhere near the sea

style

constantly switching between cottagecore, graphic tees, and siren aesthetic.

i love printed oversized t-shirts, black glitter, and light flowy crochet pieces.

i freaking love dina denoire and her aesthetic in general (what an icon). my style goes with the mood I'm in that day, but i love love love looking at photos of fran fine (from the nanny) as inspo for future clothes (i would die for her guys)

hobbies

crochet, poetry, reading, singing and playing the piano

learning russian, swimming, sketching and painting

open tag if anybody wants to do this! 🌻 xx

girlblogger questions ୭ 🧷 ✧ ˚. ᵎᵎ 🎀

tysm for the tag @klerh111!!! i love ur blog sm and this is such a cute idea :))

favorite song at the moment

run to me- bee gee's

strange magic- electric light orchestra

silk and honey- honey ltd

obsession at the moment

my crush!!!

the virgin suicides soundtracks

analyzing films (this sounds more technical than it is- really i analyze like the same 5 movies i like over and over again in my head)

star wars (but the prequel era star wars becuz its my fav era)

ap psychology (fav class)

thinking about the summer (i want to fly myself to see my grandparents)

obscure psychedelic music from the late '60s

water polo

celebrity crush

hayden christensen!!!!! my fav of all time

leif garrett (when he was around my age)

bob dylan (but only from the years of 1964-1967 tbh)

favorite food and drink

lemonade & strawberry lemonade

the braised beef casarecce at brio or the vegtable pasta w chicken that my mom makes me

place where i would like to live

new york city for college, then maybe a nice place in california or upstate new york after that

style

coquette meets late 60s-70s

i love bell bottoms, floral tank tops, mini skirts, etc.

sharon tate is my biggest style inspo and also the lisbon sisters a little. i love looking at random pics of ppl from the 70s and take inspiration from that

hobby

sewing

writing

reading

water polo

favorite girlbloggers:

@lovesickbrat @dark-nymph3t @mother-marilynn @prettieinpink @being-addie @paulmccartneysflower

anyone else who wants to do it if u follow me than you can just tag me becuz i love getting to talk to u guys!!

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bringing this back because I'm planning on making a part 2

The Glow Up Game

Part One: Pretty on the Outside

A comprehensive guide to getting your shit together. You heard me. We are done standing on the sidelines, looking at people living their dream lives being rich and hot and happy. WE'RE DONE.

This is a long guide, filled with pointers covering EVERYTHING regarding physical glow-ups. I'll be editing it and reblogging it whenever I come across new ideas and information. It covers everything from head to toe. I mean this literally.

Note: This is for people who want to do glow up physically. It is totally your choice to do anything you want to/don't want to on this list. We live in a world full of unfair beauty standards, and instead of being angry about it, I'm going to exploit the hell out of it.

Are you ready to change yourself? Here we go.

The absolute basics: These are lifestyle changes you're going to implement. Non-negotiable.

Go exercise: Don't look at me like that. This isn't optional. Find a way to move your body so you like it and you're actually breaking a sweat. Leisurely walking on the treadmill does not count, half-hearted zumba does not count. Whatever you're doing, it has to make you SWEAT. A good figure is earned. Trust me when I say you'll feel better, and like what you see in the mirror.

Change your diet: Enough sugar. Toss the soda out, and chuck out your candy stash. You really don't need it. Craving something sweet? Make a batch of healthy, homemade dessert. Or have a piece of fruit. I'm not kidding when I say the kitchen is where you make the biggest lifestyle change. It will be HARD, but every McChicken you say no to, is good for your HEALTH. You want to live longer? Cut out the takeout and heavily processed foods.

Fix your sleep cycle: Sleep is so important, and I think people overlook it so much. All your hard work is wasted if you don't sleep well. Your skin will break out, and your body will refuse to change even if you exercise. SLEEP WELL. Create a nighttime routine and stick to it. Make sure you have at least 7 hours of sleep as a minimum.

Create a skincare routine: Take off your makeup every day. And have a good skincare routine. Cleanse, moisturize and apply whatever you usually do. Exfoliate twice a week and stop touching your face. I also drink an ABC smoothie (Apple+Beetroot+Carrot+Water). This does wonders.

Use sunscreen: I cannot stress this enough. Skin cancer is real, and it will get you if you don't wear sunscreen. Use something higher than SPF 50 and use it religiously. Make sure to get your earlobes, chest and back of your neck. Cover every inch of your skin that will be exposed to the sun.

Drink your water: 3 litres of water per day. You will be amazed at the results. Your skin will clear, your breath won't stink and you won't be dehydrated. This shit works, and there's a reason everyone recommends it. Drink your water.

Moving on to each itty-bitty detail.

Eyes: SLEEP. You want your eyes to look fresh? No pesky dark circles? Get your sleep cycle right. No more late nights. Hot girls sleep on time.

Nose: Those blackhead-looking things are natural, they're called sebaceous filaments. And, no you can't get rid of them. But you can minimize them. Cleanse, moisturize and exfoliate. Don't pick at your skin.

Lips: Don't bite them anymore, for God's sake. You're going to make sure they're chapped beyond belief. Use lip balm religiously and don't overuse lipstick. Your lips WILL get discoloured when you're older. Use a light lip tint, and lip balm/gloss.

Eyebrows: If you want to shape them, go to the hairdresser and get it done.

Facial hair: As someone with naturally dark, thick hair I have a lot of noticeable facial hair. I'm planning on getting it lasered soon. Find a way that works for you and is affordable.

Body hair: I have zero self-consciousness about my arm and leg hair, so I have no desire to shave or wax it. I do wax my underarms, because of ridiculously thick growth. Understand that this is a personal choice, and you do not have to do this if you're unwilling.

Nails: Keep them short or long, always filed and CLEAN. Do not let grime or dirt build-up underneath. Don't keep your nails painted 24/7, it will 100% lead to yellowing. Give your nails some time to breathe between every manicure. When they aren't painted, keep them filed and presentable.

Hair: I have Type 3a curly hair, so my hair routine is tailored to suit me. But what I can tell you is wash your hair at least 1x a week, use sun protectant, and oil your hair before wash day(it works). And use heat on your hair SPARINGLY. If you want to colour you can, but remember it does lead to long term damage, brittleness and bad texture. Get your hair cut every 3-4 months with a trusted hairdresser. Keep switching up hairstyles and do not stick to a single part (middle part, side part) constantly because it can lead to thinning of hair there.

Acne: STOP TOUCHING YOUR FACE I am begging you. Touching your face with grimy hands is a recipe for acne. Cleanse everyday, moisturize heavily and go to a dermatologist if it gets worse.

THIS LIST WILL BE UPDATED

Go live your best life. You deserve everything, and you shouldn't let anything stand in your way, not even yourself. Now GO, you've got shit to do.

xoxo

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daily reminder xx

take a deep breath.

Babe, listen to me. You need to SLOW DOWN. Slowwww downnn. You are not helping yourself if you're stressed and rushed 24/7. You cannot work effectively if your brain is mass producing cortisol. You hear me? Yes? BREATHE. Take a moment for yourself. I prioritize productivity, yes, but also REST. You absolutely CANNOT accomplish any goals if you're running yourself into the ground. Take a nap. Enjoy that pastry. Call your mom. Things will be ok.

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Is that you in the pfp?

no it's @meeyadugied on Instagram

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Thinking of doing a blog revamp after my exams because I've grown a lot since last year and want to focus on some actual helpful stuff for you guys. More tough love, more real-life advice.

Helping you move on from your lazy era, to your bad bitch era. No more comfort zones.

What do you want?

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its 2024

new days, new choices. resolutions suck, because you're never going to be able to keep up with them. so start small. dont snooze the alarm tomorrow. just put on those running shoes and walk. how about that little salad with lunch today?

know your limits, but don't hesitate to push. bad bitches didn't get where they are by being scared and in their comfort zone.

try new things this year, say yes, but also say no to some things. how about learning Italian or Russian this year? either way, every day is a step.

youre alive, you're here on this planet. go make the most of it.

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Life Update💌

So I know I haven't been posting for a while, I've just been crazy busy with some VERY important exams coming up (the first one is in a month omg)

I really do want to get back to posting more glow up and self improvement content for all of you so once they're finished, I promise I'll come back ASAP.

I love all of you so so much, and I hope 2024 gives you everything you want and need. You all have given me confidence in my writing and my ability to help people, which truly means a lot. So thank you. All 1.7k of you. I'm grateful for all of you.

With love,

Addie💕

xoxo

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