Yes i did it…
I finally plucked up the courage to do a little video
An introduction to who i am and what i am going to bring to the YouTube channel itself .
As you all know i am all about positivity so i added a bit of that in the video too.
I will be putting one video up a week at the start until i feel more comfortable.
Feel free to subscribe over on my channel
Have an awesome weekend one and all and I’ll see you in my next post.
This quote speaks volumes to me and I hope it does you.
You’ve all heard –
Well they are all trying to get the same message across. That each thing you want to achieve is a goal and you just need to focus on it but don’t hurry it. You want to get there with a sense of I did it and it was worth every step along the way to reach the goal…
You never just tick off your achievements without putting in effort so please just take it steady whatever you are aiming for in life and make sure you wear a smile and have a spring in your step while doing it.
Happy Thursday, thanks for stopping by
Til next time
I believe you need these 5 types of people in your life to have it kind of balanced and with a bit of variety.
The Inspired
Someone who you look up to for what they do and would love to do that for the greater good and for themselves . They make you go yes I want that. They spur you on without them actually knowing. They are admired from afar.
The Passionate
Someone who is really into something and puts their absolute all into making it as perfect as they can. This is done with love as well as effort because they are so passionate about it. They generally give out a real positive aura. They are just lovely people to be around.
The Motivated
Someone who wakes up in the morning with their goals set and their aim is high. They want to smash each and every one of their goals. Then when they are completed, a new list begins. They thrive on being kept busy and love a challenge. Motivational people are great at helping others other than just themselves.
The Grateful
Someone who has a big heart sees the beauty in most things and appreciates the small things as much as the big. They don’t ask for much in life, just happiness and that warm feeling from something or somebody.
The Open Minded
Someone that doesn’t really judge. Who has time for peoples opinions and won’t frown upon them if they are a little bit different. Who you can have a conversation with about something random and the won’t look at you like you have two heads.
Life would never be boring, each and every one would be different and see life in different perspectives.
I’m pretty sure if you look amongst your friends, you will find all five. If you don’t go out and look for them. Live a fruitful life.
Thanks for stopping by
Til next time…
We all need to look after ourselves.
I know some of you are thinking- ‘I don’t have time for that’….oh yes you do.
I am pretty sure you can spare 5 minutes and devote it just to you.
Here are 10 ways you can apply a bit of self-love and it will make you feel so much better afterwards
There you have it.
Hope you will take some of these and apply them in your day/week. You deserve it.
Allow yourself relaxation and above anything else Happiness.
Til next time
I over the last year or so have really enjoyed clicking on that purple icon, yes the one that some people think is one of the useless apps on iPhones. I think it really needs to be given more credit.
I usually turn to it at the end of the night when I need to wind down… it’s the time when I find I am a bit more alert. Sounds silly but it wouldn’t sink in first thing I’d still be in a zombie state.
Anyways…. I have 10 on my list – a nice round number to suggest so here goes.
1. IS IT JUST ME
This is Glamours podcast which includes one Celebrity on each episode. The topics they talk about absolutely allsorts nothing is ever off limits so if you don’t have an open mind don’t click. Its usually every Tuesday and today it’s Leona Lewis.
2. HAPPY PLACE
This is Fearne Cottons new podcast that only launched yesterday (5th March). She is going to be talking to familiar faces /voices in this case and find out where their happy place is and what their happiness in life. It was a double bill of Dawn French and then an episode also with Tom Daly. You won’t want to miss your Monday fix of Fearne ever again. I am a big fan of hers anyway so this is just fab.
3 . THIS WEEK
I have followed Sarah for ages on Youtube and I understand her surnames Rocksdale but on here she is under Sarah Ragsdale. She’s such an upbeat and positive person and it really comes across in her podcasts. She shares things like how to unwind after a stressful day, a fresh start and forgiveness amongst loads of other topics. She uploads her episodes on a Tuesday so go subscribe and also check out her youtube channel too.
4. CTRL ALT DELETE
You probably have seen Emma’s book online if not read it well she has a podcast too. I have only just recently just subscribed to her podcast and it looks like she used to do podcasts as far back as 2016 and is starting them back up again so I can’t say when her next one will be but her latest one was the end of February so keep your eyes peeled. They are full of discussions on things like failure, comparing yourself, not following a herd as shes put it.
5. PUT YOURSELF FIRST
Kat Horrocks is an online entrepreneur who empowers women and really keeps you in a positive mindset the whole time you are listening to her. I discovered her last year on youtube and when she announced in December she was doing a podcast I thought awesome so she is now in my library to catch up on as she does two podcasts one on a Monday and one on a Friday.
6. FROM THE HEART
Rachael better known as Yoga girl has had her podcast a whole year and I can’t believe I haven’t come across her sooner. Her podcasts are so inciteful as she reveals her take on the topic of the week and also has a guest in aswell to talk it through with. Its such an easy listening series and she uploads on a Friday. So if you are into more personal podcasts look no further.
7.ON YOUR JOURNEY
Jamie Michelle started her podcast journey just over a month ago. she talks about how to have your healthiest, happiest best life and isn’t that what we all want? The length of her podcasts are about 15-20 mins so perfect if you are one of those people that don’t want to listen to an hour-long one then Jamie is your girl. Monday is when you can catch a new episode.
8. THE ANXIETY PODCAST
If like me you suffer from anxiety you would have looked on the web for all possibilities of coping mechanisms or cures. Tim Collins has nearly 3 years worth of episodes on his podcast of some tips on how to cope and manage your anxiety effectively. Whatever your anxiety dilemma there is an episode to help you. Make sure on a Wednesday you listen in and have a flick back at all his other available episodes.
9. THE LAVENDAIRE LIFESTYLE
This is a personal growth and lifestyle design podcast so if you are looking to improve any aspect of your life then Aileens spanking new podcast which launched this Sunday just gone will hopefully be of some help. She has a really lovely softly spoken voice and I adore her on Youtube so I will keep my fingers crossed for her success here.
10. THE MINDFUL KIND
I know not everyone understands mindfulness, but listening to one of Rachael Kables episodes on The Mindful Kind which are no longer than 10mins you will soon understand the concept of it, and how it can help you in everyday life. Her last episode was talking about mindful studying, so all you students out there may benefit from that one. Catch her episodes every Thursday.
Thanks for reading and I hope that you will maybe listen in to one of the podcasts mentioned.
If you have any recommendations feel free to comment below.
Til next time…
A message to all people who think its ok to knock someone down just because they are different.
Read the whole thing including the quotes too
You should never be frowned upon for the colour of your skin, the shape of your body or the colour of your hair.
This is a beauty spot and a cute little heart
But people turn their noses up or turn their backs when they see less than ‘their idea of perfection such as a birthmark or freckles on the face.
and should people be hated on for who they choose to love?
Of course not…
People all over the world decide they are going to be cruel to somebody behind their computer screens
When in fact it’s exactly the same as saying it to somebody face to face..
It still hurts the same.
No, you should never hate yourself and no one should ever make you feel like that.
Do not troll in person, and don’t troll online, this is the only troll you should ever see.
Please feel free to share this post to make people aware.
Much loves and thank you for reading xx
As the days pass and the new year is nearly upon us
I wanted to ask you my followers, my loyal readers a few questions so I could work on it for the upcoming months ahead.
What posts of mine do you enjoy reading the most?
What would you like to see more of on here?
What made you subscribe to me?
I want to make this blog as fun and informative as I possibly can. I love to write but sometimes like in most things you have a mental block and need a little advice to get you going again.
I would be so happy if you could leave your thoughts in the comments
Much love as always….
Self-help books aren’t for everyone but I am definitely one that loves a bit of guidance and because this year for me has been a bit crappy I am going into next year with a positive mind and positive outlook on things.
These 5 books are going to be my holy grails and I will be using them daily. In the past I haven’t been much of a bookworm but things change.
LITTLE BOOK OF CONFIDENCE BY SUSAN JEFFERS
I bought this book a couple of years ago and when sorting out my book box there it was at the bottom. Its no bigger than a pack of cards so no matter how small your bag is you can easily fit it in there for when you need that boost of confidence.
A THOUSAND PATHS TO MINDFULNESS BY LIZ DEAN
My friend was telling me about mindfulness back along and i thought she was talking a load of twoddle and she gave me this book to keep and said you wont want to leave home without it. So when i went into hospital one of the activities other than therapy was mindfulness and i got to learn what its all about. It really helps the stress levels and focusing on the here and now.
START WHERE YOU ARE BY MEERA LEE PATEL
I started this about a year ago and then put it to one side and didn’t follow on with it but now i’m in the right head space i have put it with my books to work on this year coming. It has allsorts of questions about you as a person on whats important to you and where you want to be. I think its fab and look forward to completing it.
DO YOU KNOW WHO YOU ARE BY MEGAN KAYE
This one is quite new to me but i have had a flip through it and done a few of the quizzes. It is full of things to do in there to discover the real you. I believe i got this from Amazon or maybe it was The Works. Either way i highly reccommend buying one.
365 DAYS OF POSITIVE THINKING BY JENNY KELLETT
I just downloaded this book onto my kindle and it was free so that was the added extra. I have decided that I will start it on Jan 1st as it has a page a day for the whole year. There isn’t much on each page but just enough to give you enough positivity and pause for thought. I’m really looking forward to putting this one into my daily routine.
Let me know if you have any Self-help books that you think would be worth reading.
Til next time…
For this weeks Q and A I am joined by the wonderful Hannah from AMETHYST ROSE BEAUTY who’s blog posts have inspired me reading them and I hope they will inspire you too.
Here’s a few questions I came up with….
What quote do you love/live by?
I love the quote ‘Once you become fearless life becomes limitless’ because is so true. In life I realised I needed to be fearless in conquering things I wanted to achieve. Being fearless to me means not caring what others think or say, only doing things for me and things that make me happy. Then life really does become limitless, because there are no restrictions on what you can achieve!
What makes you feel confident?
Every time I wear a bold lip I feel so confident! No matter if it’s a simple makeup look or full glam a bold lip, it just makes me feel like I can conquer anything.
What is your signature make up look?
My go to signature makeup look would be winged liner and simple eyeshadow, a bold lip and a good highlight! It’s so quick to do but looks like so much more effort has gone into it!
Why did you start blogging?
I started blogging as it was something I had been thinking about doing for a while, and eventually thought there’s no time like the present! So I stopped putting it off and here we are today! Blogging about makeup, makeup looks and things I go through in life for me is very therapeutic. To write about my experiences and interact with others all over the world is amazing! I couldn’t imagine not blogging now!
If you only follow one person today make sure it’s Hannah.
Thanks for reading
See you in my next post….
Absolutely everybody gets a down day even the most happiest of people.
Nothing is wrong with looking for advice on how to find that smile again…I’ve done it myself in the past.
So I made this list back along in my journal and until now I didn’t think about sharing it with you.
My Fab blogger friend Bella Inizio also did a blog post on this topic why not go check hers out too. (Click on her name and it’ll take you straight to it)
I hope my list helps in some way and if you ever feel sad know that I’m only a twitter message away.
Til next time….
