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2023 goals.

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Omg, today some girls in my class said that I looked like those Pinterest girls and that I was smelling like sweet vanilla !! I am so happy !!

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15 EMPOWERING AFFIRMATIONS

1) ⋆ I got it. I am the boss of my life.

2) ⋆ I am loved and worthy.

3) ⋆ I believe in myself and my abilities.

4) ⋆ I am brave, beautiful and bold.

5) ⋆ I am fueled with energy and power.

6) ⋆ Happiness is my choice and I choose to follow it.

7) ⋆ I respect myself and love my body.

8) ⋆ I make a difference in my world.

9) ⋆ I deserve to have the best life possible.

10) ⋆ I don’t have to be perfect to be powerful.

11) ⋆ My body is beautiful and nothing about it needs to be changed.

12) ⋆ The only approval I need is my own.

13) ⋆ People do not control me.

14) ⋆ I trust myself and my skills.

15) ⋆ My flaws and mistakes make me pretty.

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advice for teens

hey loves! so  even though the title says teens, these tips can really apply for any age, although i will also be talking about things like high school, drama and planning for the future. 

health: how you take care of your body is so important. when we’re young it’s easy to indulge in unhealthy habits, and it’s normalized, but these unhealthy habits will come to haunt us eventually. when we’re young it’s good to establish healthy habits that help us thrive as people.

diet

incorporate more fruits and vegtables into your meals

always eat breakfasts!

avoid dieting and unhealthy fads

drink 8 glasses of water per day

balance is key

body

adopt a healthier sleep schedule

stretch and do yoga to avoid injuries

physical activity daily (walking, working out, your choice)

self care

take care of your oral hygeine (brush twice a day, floss, mouthwash, etc.)

have a skincare routine

always remove makeup before bed

use SPF everyday (your skin will thank you in 10 years)

have good hygeine

do scalp massages for hair growth and headache relief

if you want to grow your lashes use argan oil

avoid harsh chemicals

mental health: this age is so weird because it’s a transition from childhood to adulthood. and with school and drama and other life factors, it’s easy for our hormones to go wild and for our emotions to get out of control. during this time we want to work on how to become more stable and learn healthy coping mechanisms

journal when you’re upset

accept all your feelings as they come

have a support system to communicate with

practice gratitude

get diagnosed if you believe you have a mental illness

meditate to clear your mind

develop a set of HEALTHY coping mechanisms that help you when you’re upset

work on building confidence in yourself (avoiding negative self-talk, doing positive affirmations daily)

school: school can be so difficult between the tests, assignments and preparing for college. on top of that there’s drama, bad teachers and so much more. school can be rough, but it’s up to you to make your experience better.

academic

take notes in class 

ask questions if you need to

quizizz and Kahoot are my go to’s for studying

develop a study routine that works for you

work on managing your time

study a little bit everyday instead of cramming

practice deep breathing during tests to eliminate stress

clean your backpack often 

learning outside of school

read books outside of school

work on learning a new languages

social life

stay out of drama

avoid talking bad about people (defend them behind their back, talk to them to their face)

stay connected to your friends and make plans with them

ignore rude people, they’ll mean nothing to you in a few years

find a balance 

learning/planning for the future: thinking about your future is also an important part of being a teenager. during this time it’s good to learn new and important skills, as well as thinking about what you want in your future.

things to learn

learn to drive/get your liscense

get a job/summer job to get experience working

learn how to cook for yourself

learn about taxes/finances

learn how to save money

thinking about your future

think about colleges you want to attend (their tuition, how you’ll pay, why you want to attend there)

think about what your dream college looks for

look at your hobbies/passions and find what you can do with them

try out new hobbies 

find things you’re passionate about

ofc there’s a lot to talk about, but this was what i could think of. if you ever need any additional advice you can send submissions through my asks, or privately dm me if you’d like. sending positive energy and all of my love 

-a <3

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bringing joy into your life

taking care of your health- a lot of times our unhealthy habits can add to our moods and make them better or worse. how we care for our body can also affect our mood. during hard times we need to be proactive- looking for ways to better our situations and better ourselves. i have a lot of posts about improving your health, so you can check out those for more in-depth improvement.

evaluate yourself and your habits (what habits do you have that are healthy, and which ones are unhealthy?)

start making little changes to yourself and your routine (begin eating healthier, begin to swap out unhealthy habits)

work towards bettering your mental health (meditation, journalling, therapy, whatever suits you and fits your life)

treat your body with respect- avoid your unhealthy habits, stop saying self-depricating things, take care of yourself and say positive affirmations. do what makes you feel good about yourself <3

abundance of love- relationships can definitely be difficult, like making friends and keeping them. but ultimately, the relationships we have in life are so important to our happiness and well-being.

reach out to old family members (depending on the circumstances of your family life, like if your relationship with your family is toxic you obviously should avoid this)

make time for the people in your life

find people to talk to, either online, at work, school, whatever works for you

work on maintaining your friendships and relationships through communication and boundaries

finding hobbies- finding interests and hobbies that interest and excite us are important for our happiness and mental health. it’s good to have things that you can do instead of suffering with boredom.

get back into old hobbies- if you have old, abandonded hobbies, incorporate them back into your life

surround yourself with the things you love- do things that are comforting, like watching movies and tv shows you like, reading books you love and going back to things that make you happy

make time for your interests- time management is another thing i’ll talk about another time, but ultimately, try to make a little time each day to focus on your hobbies and the things that you love.

making plans- sometimes initiating plans can make a big difference in your day. again, spending time with loved ones is such a good way to go about, but also the time you spend alone.

find places in your area to go to- find things that interest you, whether it’s bookstores, mini golf, coffee shops, wherever you want to go

spend quality time either with others or with yourself- always use your time wisely

find things to be grateful for, surround yourself with positivity and love. love yourself. take care of yourself and others. the content you consume and how you spend your time DOES affect you. how you take care of your body and your health DOES affect your mind. make smart choices, be productive and work towards being the best you <3 :) best of luck! sending positive energy and all of my love :)

-a <3

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         morning routine ideas 🥞🫖

how you spend your morning dictates your whole day. create a relaxing structure to truly get yourself ready before heading out into the world ♡

wake up early; before 8am.

don’t go on your phone. right when you wake, bask in the silence and background noise.

meditate by focusing on your breathing.

say affirmations to yourself: “i have woken up in my desired reality. today will be a good day. i am okay. i’m healthy, beautiful, and inspiring. something amazing will happen to me today. i am kind and gentle towards myself.”

stretch!

open up any blinds to let the light in

make your bed. tidy up your space.

say hello and cuddle with your pet(s)

wash your face & brush your teeth

walk your pet(s)

make a simple breakfast and drink water and/or tea and eat it outside or looking out the window.

journal. self reflect, how you feel, what you’d like to accomplish, etc. make it a goal to be more kind to yourself and keep your thoughts in check.

read a few chapters of your current read. 

what are some things you need to get done today? make a plan and set out to get it checked off.

exercise, try a new routine.

choose an outfit, do your hair, try some new looks for the season. have fun. try new things, who knows? maybe you’ll end up loving it.

go on a walk in your neighborhood. 

get in 10,000 steps

buy yourself flowers.

light a candle

put on your favorite feel good songs. let yourself go and freely sing and dance to it.

begin your studies.

rest if needed!

try a new recipe

spend time in nature

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     welcome in a new month ♡

set goals for self development

plan brunch & dinner dates with friends

read 5-10 books

indulge yourself more in your hobbies. do what you love unapologetically.

have more rest days without guilt

reflect on last month. what can you do differently that’ll help your overall state of being? physically, mentally & spiritually

stay off social media

do the butterfly hug method for bilateral stimulation. tell yourself all the things you wish you were/are told. ♡

make slight adjustments to your morning and night routine. keep it interesting.

schedule routine appointments (health, pamper)

get on top of deadlines.

do laundry. clean your sheets.

say affirmations every morning & night

be more kind to yourself

stay firm on your boundaries, make adjustments as needed.

stand up and show up for yourself.

walk with your head held up high and shoulders back. don’t cower.

prepare for any upcoming events

learn a new skill

try a new recipe

journal often

explore new places. meet new people and make friends.

keep your thoughts in check. what you focus on grows.

daily walks

meditate, stretch.

declutter your environment (digital, physical space, social circle)

be safe.

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30 Things To Do Alone

Go for a walk. I've been trying to reach 10k steps daily.

Read a book, article, or blog... just like you're doing right now. ;)

Watch a tv show. I'm currently watching Gilmore girls.

Watch the sunset/sunrise. I prefer sunsets.

Try a youtube workout. Daisy Keech is my favorite!

Do your nails. Nice nails make a vast difference in my opinion.

Go to the grocery store and buy some snacks that you've never tried before.

Try a new recipe. I'm trying carrot cake oatmeal later!

Write a letter to your future self. <3

Test old pens and throw away the dry ones.

Make a birthday wishlist. one of my favorite things to do when I'm bored and have nothing to do.

Take the 16 Personalities test. I'm an ENFP :)

Make a bucket list. I just started writing my autumn bucket list!

Research something or watch a video essay on youtube. One of my favorite channels at the moment is Mina Le.

Make a mood/vision board. You can check out my Twitter or Tumblr for some inspiration.

Scroll Pinterest for the next 6+ hours; we've all been there.

Take a long bath. Do a full skin/hair care routine.

Cut/dye your hair. I just cut curtain bangs, and I'm loving it!!

Bake something for a loved one; I made lemon-poppy seed cookies for my Dad.

Create a new playlist. I've started making an autumn playlist, lol.

Make a photo wall. I made one last year and still love it!

Accomplished your to-do list, and you'll feel great once you're done.

Get rid of old clothes, make room for new stuff.

Go to a new coffee shop and get something to try.

Learn how to crochet. I made a sweater for my dog, lmao.

Make yourself a drink, like a tea, coffee, or smoothie!

Declutter your digital space. (emails, photos, apps, etc...)

Make your room cozy and take a nap, or just relax for a bit.

Plan some outfits and look for things to buy online.

Apply a facemask and watch a coming-of-age movie. (my guilty pleasure, lol..)

Please feel free to add more suggestions in the comments! <3

✩‧₊*:・love ya ･:*₊‧✩

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I pray in 2023 I am more organized, focused, driven, motivated, smarter, wealthier, and healthier. Do more things that feel fulfilling on a soul level. Alchemize every negative emotion and experience and trust it works out in my highest good. I romanticize life because the beauty we see in everything is a reflection of the beauty we see in ourself. 🍀

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how to stop caring what other people think of you

learn what you will accept and won't accept as behavior towards you

cut with toxic people

most people are too focused on themselves and their own issues anyway

what other people think or say about you has nothing to do with you it is their own perception

let them think what they want about you. it's not your reality. they're creating their own narrative. you can't control it

you can't force anyone to understand your point of view/feelings

not everyone is on the same vibe, you can't expect everyone to like you

everyone lives in their own reality

practice meditation and stillness. focus on what you're grateful for

stay away from people who only know how to criticize or speak ill of others, that says more about them than about yourself

be yourself and share your energy with people who are worth it

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this is what makes us girls

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2023 is:

Regular facials, manis, pedis, massages, Brazilian waxes, lash lifts. Glowing skin. Glowy makeup. Fluffy curls. Microshaded brows. Laser hair removal. Veneers. Intoxicating perfumes. Shopping. Diamonds. Designer bags. Credit card rewards. International travel. Networking. Career certifications. Investing more. Brunch with the girls. Picnics. Farmers markets. Art galleries. Museums. Fresh flowers. Silk scarves. Big sunglasses. Beautiful lingerie. Silk robes. Receiving lots of gifts. Lots of sunlight. Hot yoga. Nature hikes. Tennis lessons. Green smoothies. Candles that smell expensive. Sleeping 8+ hours a night. Bubble baths. Studying foreign languages. Absorbing as much knowledge as I can. Book clubs. Pottery classes. Cooking with fresh herbs, vegetables, and spice. Champagne. Charcuterie & bruschetta. Gelato. Fresh bread. Ocean air. Hugging my loved ones. Pet cat. Giving lots of gifts. Journaling. Meditating. Gratitude. Volunteering. Donating to charity. Manners. Etiquette. Charisma. Therapy. Healthy boundaries. Radical personal responsibility. Positivity. Self care. Abundant love.