The Essential Qualities of a Good Friend
Remember in high school when we could not even count the number of friends we had with just our fingers? I guess we can say those were the good days—with not a care in the world. Making friends as an adult can be a difficult thing to do, especially for women. I can truly say I only require one hand to count my ride or die friends and honestly, that is all I really need.
Read full story8 Life-Changing Places to Visit After COVID-19
Traveling is easily one of the best ways to experience new culture and life among us, however; with COVID-19 these experiences have had to be put on pause. While many of us are itching to get away, some are already planning future travel or even engaging in travel presently. Planning a future getaway can be extremely stress-relieving as well as hopeful for many.
Read full story10 Affordable Home Décor Hacks to Elevate Your Space
With the recent events of 2020, it has brought upon a new way of life. In result, it has become the norm to spend most of our time at home, especially for the individuals who are lucky enough to work from home. In light of spending more time at home than ever, it has motivated many to renovate their homes and to redecorate.
Read full storyHabits of Highly Successful People
Successful people really seem to have it all—the perfect career, the happy family, the frequent exotic vacations and the ability to keep healthy. However, I think we can all agree that getting to the point in your life where you truly feel accomplished and fulfilled takes hard work, motivation and dedication.
Read full story10 Ways to Practice Self Care in the Era of COVID-19
With the pandemic having shifted our normal schedules and daily activities, we have been forced to form a whole new way of life for ourselves. The uncertainty of when this will all come to an end can be negatively impactful for some and can even damage one’s mental health. Practicing self-care routines is now more critical than ever. This could include keeping ourselves busy while also making smart and healthy decisions for ourselves and the ones we love.
Read full storyInstagram Worthy Eats: NYC & NJ Edition
With the many changes we have all had to make within our lives during this pandemic, there are a few things in which we were not forced to entirely abandon— a good meal. Restrictions are set in place in order to keep us safe from one another while also making sure to keep life somewhat normal for some. Without business, there are many local restaurants who have not been able to stay open throughout this pandemic, so supporting these businesses and continuing to spend money is essential.
Read full story6 Drugstore Beauty Products You Have to Try: Under $30
If you are a skincare fanatic like me, you definitely understand the struggle of finding affordable high-quality products that do not leave your skin broken out and irritated by morning. We all love the expensive products like Drunk Elephant, Tatcha and La Mer but these products not only break the bank but also leave you feeling tons of guilt after purchasing (not to mention the fact that you have to hide it from your spouse for a couple days before they question how much you spent on skincare this time!).
Read full story7 Blogging Tips for Beginners
For me, beginning my own blog was an extremely spontaneous idea. I came across Christine Andrews' blog, Hello Fashion Blog, during a simple google search in March of 2019 and I fell head over heels over the entire concept. At that point in my short career, I was in my first year of grad school and knew I needed to be doing something on the side for extra cash. When searching per diem positions, nothing, I mean nothing, fit with my schedule or liking. I figured, why not? A career in the blogging world didn't really sound too bad and to top it off, it was everything I was interested in. I decided to take the leap and began researching how I could make it work.
Read full storyBeginner's Guide to Skin Care: My Go-To Routine
Having clear, moisturized and healthy skin is something that is very important to me. I am all about skincare and achieving the dewiest, yet most minimalistic look possible. During the transition from Summer to Fall, I tend to give my skin a break by going lighter not only in makeup products but skincare as well. Packing your face with heavy products can lead to clogged pores, inflammation and acne which is a big no-no for me so here is my current and up-to-date skincare routine.
Read full story6 Suggestions for Self-Improvement
With each year that passes, my idea of the "perfect" life tends to alter in its own way. I remember back in high school, I pictured that by the age of 25 I would be married and either pregnant or already with my first child. Thinking of that idea now and well into my mid 20's, I can’t help but to laugh. Our idea and mental images of how we want our lives to look in the next five to ten years are constantly changing and evolving (this is a good thing). With each year, we learn, experience and grow. With this, our individual and unique experiences are what help to shape the expectations we have for our lives.
Read full storyThe Do's and Don'ts of Great Relationships
Relationships are not always going to be rainbows and butterflies, however, majority of the time they should be, right? I'm certainly not an expert at "love" but I do have a few relationship rules I follow which have helped me to remain happy and in love with my significant other. I have been with my partner for over three years now and he truly is the person I turn to for anything and everything. Being in a long-term relationship can be tough sometimes, especially when living with one another. At the end of the day, everyone’s relationship is different, and every individual’s hopes and expectations are never going to align perfectly. Through plenty of trial and error, here are the rules I follow in order to keep that relationship spark alive and going for me.
Read full story25 Lessons I've Learned in 25 Years
With all of the extra quality-time I’ve spent with myself due to COVID-19, I find myself constantly in reflective mode. Having a full-time job, being in graduate school and running my own side hustle all constitute the need for ongoing self-growth and awareness. I say this because in order to achieve our goals in life it takes hard work, dedication and just flat-out maturity.
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