As I sit here and reflect on the past year, I see a change in myself. I feel strong, I feel different, I feel empowered. It is unreal how grief can affect your psyche. So much doubt enters your thoughts. Some days, I feel like I’m on summer break. Other days, I feel like I’mContinue reading “Reflection….”
Tag Archives: Self help
Growth in life
Grief and self-love has blessed and afforded me the luxury of becoming my own best friend. I’ve always spent a lot of time alone. Through the loss of my brother, my dog, my business and beauty school, my students, clients, employees and my identity I have learned some lessons in self-worth and preservation. This yearContinue reading “Growth in life”
Skin health and self-love
Stress, grief, lack of sleep, over exfoliation and damage from the sun are all things that have an impact on the health of our skin. It is important to remember to take time to truly care about ourselves. Cleansing, exfoliation, proper extractions and toning, moisturizing and using sunblock are going to be the best regimenContinue reading “Skin health and self-love”
Loss
My heart hurts. The pain isn’t sharp it’s gaeping. Like I’m gasping for air. My brother died yesterday. I hear nothing. I hear peace. I hear family members voices. I hear sadness, tears, prayers, anger and judgement. He is no longer lost. I’m reminded of things my brother taught me like brushing my teeth inContinue reading “Loss”
Being sensitive to peoples’ skin conditions
We are all individuals with our own genetic makeup, talents and personal issues etc. Skin conditions can be a very sensitive area to people battling identity issues. It is important, as a human race, not to judge or justify obscene behavior by hurting someone or making fun of them. Even social media sites thinking certainContinue reading “Being sensitive to peoples’ skin conditions”
Random Lifestyle thoughts
If it only takes two minutes, why not do it right now. Water is life, make it a priority. It’s great for your skin, your metabolism and your health. Writing a list and checking it off is so satisfying. Your accomplishment is clear and promotes self-esteem. Nothing is better than being yourself. Stopping to breatheContinue reading “Random Lifestyle thoughts”
How am I?
This blog is not only for the betterment of those who read and follow it. It is for me. It is a way to heal and grieve and a way to endure and grow. I am sleeping much better. I am having less anxiety. I still feel lonely but, not as ALONE. Good thing IContinue reading “How am I?”
Self Improvement
Everyday I am trying to move forward and feel growth. Journaling has been extremely helpful. Designing pages with bullet journaling has helped me compartmentalize and stay focused on my tasks, choices and allows elements of design into my thought process, which keeps me inspired. It is so satisfying to write lists and physically check itemsContinue reading “Self Improvement”
The Beauty Mark 