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Hello darlings! How are you this lovely winter's day? I am currently enjoying a night in since my plans got cancelled but, truth be told, sometimes you need s little time to relax, do nothing and just be with yourself. Of course, being the workaholic I am, I decided to work on my blog 😋 But I am very pleased with everything I accomplished today so that's a win in my book!

Anyway, today I wanted to talk to you about this thing called "gymtimidation". It's been around for a while but I guess nowadays there is a name for everything. If you have never heard of it before, I am sure you have felt it. Basically, it is the feeling you get when you hit the gym after a while and everyone around you seems to be so fit, dedicated and proficient and all you can think about is your muffin top or how you can squeeze a delicious muffin in your daily routine. 😅

I believe that social media has a lot to do with that fear too. It feels like everywhere you look you can see incredibly thin or fit people, working out daily and religiously sticking to their healthy routines. That can put so much pressure on you.

The first thing you need to keep in mind is that every body is different (yes that gap was intentional). Some people can eat tons of food and not gain weight, some have the tendency to gain muscle easily and some strive for months in order to reach their body goal and still don't see the desired results. So you can work out twice a day, every day and still not look like those fitness bloggers on Instagram.

And that is perfectly fine. It is important to listen to your body and eat well and workout because it is good for you. Improving your appearance in only a plus. Give your body what it needs and don't push too hard. And if you want to look like those bodybuilders at the gym, keep in mind that they didn't always look like this, that they once were where you are and that they got where they are with hard work and dedication.

Do what feels right for you and steer clear from the extremes. And don't let others' success bring you down. Turn that fear into inspiration and, instead of dreading to go to the gym, use those people as real life motivation.

You can take a look at this chart to see that you are not alone and that, frankly, it is all in your head. Don't let anything get between you and your goals!

Have you guys ever experienced "gymtimidation"? You can share your experience with me in the comments below and don't forget to check out aaptiv.com! ♥

Hello my loves! It's been a while, I know, but my schedule is so hectic that it's a miracle I actually found the time to even make this post. Between working two jobs, going to college and trying to stay healthy and maintain a social life, I unfortunately had to cut back on something I enjoy so much. Nonetheless, I do want to get back on track with my posts.

Anyways, today I am here to discuss a very important issue, cleaning your closet. I am absolutely sure that each and everyone of you that is reading this post has at least some form of clutter in their closet. Whether it is clothes that you never wear, or old pieces that you need to throw out, or even things that you don't even remember having in there.

Cleaning your closet might sound like a dreadful thing to do but, believe me, you will feel so much better when you're done. It's like cleaning a space in you head and in your life. Plus, by getting rid of things you have no use for, you make room for new and better things to come.

You can rediscover clothes and accessories that you used to love and wear them again, you can throw away or have repaired some pieces that have holes etc. and, of course, you can donate a bunch to charity, or even to your friends.

If you are also looking for ways to maintain a clean and organised closet, my tip has to be constant care. Meaning that you need to put every garment you wear back at it's place immediately and not let it sit for days on your bed or "the chair". Other than that, a great tip is also to place your hangers facing you (the curvy back of the hanger not facing you) and place them the other way when you wear them and put them back in the closet. This way, at the end of each season, you will be able to tell which clothes you haven't worn at all, since the curvy back of those hangers will still be facing the other way.

You can use shopping as a motivation to clean since, after cleaning your closet you will not only have tons of free space but you will also be fully aware of your possessions and you will be able to shop smarter for yourself.

On that topic, it is crucial to understand that it is better for you and for the environment to purchase clothes made of organic and recyclable materials. Instead of impulse buying, you can do some research and start purchasing ethically made clothes from now on.

If you don't know where to start, you can check out this sustainable and organic clothing brand called Pact and scroll through their lovely selection of clothes with no toxic dyes or pesticides from a company that ensures the well being of their workers and their manufacturers. Pact is just one of many companies that are focusing to organic cotton

What are your thoughts on cleaning your closet and opting for sustainable, organic clothing? I sure know I am a fan! Let me know what you think in the comments below ♥

Hello my loves! How are you all this lovely day? Personally I am so overwhelmed with work and college and that is why I have been m.i.a. Anyways, I'm back with a beauty post! I know you guys enjoy these as much as I do.

Today, I am going to share with you my fall hair hacks. In my circle, it is common knowledge that hair is my ish. I have a ton and it is very long and voluminous. Anybody who needs hair tips and tricks always comes to me and I try not to fail them. I have tried plenty of things and I know what works and what doesn't and I love to help.

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My first tip definitely has to be about hair washing. In my personal experience, good hair days start in the shower. It is important that you pick a shampoo that suits your hair type and not use just anything that is cheap or your roommates are using.

Another thing that you need to keep in mind, is not washing daily. I do understand that it's hard not to wash when your hair feels flat and oily and you've only just washed it the day before.
But, hear me out. Washing daily will, yes, clean your hair and your scalp - but it will also strip your skin from its natural oils (that are actually beneficial).
If you have thick and dry hair, you can get away with washing once a week. If you have normal hair just go for 2-3 times a week and, if you have very thin and oily hair, try to leave a day between washingσ.
Your hair will be stronger and it you will experience less hair loss.

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When you have tons of long, blonde hair (like I do) it goes without saying that people will call you Rapunzel. And, like I mentioned above, that they will ask your secret for growing long hair.
I think it all has to do with the way you treat your hair. If you use heat on a daily basis (for curls, straightening etc.) you're damaging your hair. Big time. It is only natural that it will get burned over time, grow weaker and have tons of split ends. That is not a cute look.
If you want your hair to grow and be healthy you need to let it rest and embrace it's natural shape. It will thank you after a few months. If you want to use hot tools occasionally, it's fine. Just don't forget to prep with heat protectant.

If none of the above works, you might want to change your nutrition and try to be healthy from the inside out.

Take a look at more tips at the hack cards that eSalon put together for you guys and don't forget to check out their custom hair dye and learn more about their innovative methods!

What do you guys think about these hair hacks? Let me know your thoughts in the comments below! ♥

Good evening darlings! How are you all these first few days of fall? Can you believe it's September already? I can't. It feels like summer just flew by so fast, but I guess that's what always happens. Anyway, I'm really pumped for fall because I could really use a break from the suffocating summer heat and I can't wait to put together some great fall posts for you guys♥

I also have been dying to go back to fall clothing and makeup. You guys know that I am a sucker for jackets, boots dark lipstick and nails. But, we still have some time till we reach that point.

For now, we are trying to create transitional outfits that won't let us down while the weather is still hot. Now, the last summer item that I find myself parting with are shoes. I mean, even during the winter you can wear your sandal heels (with or without tights).

In September it's easy to wear jeans and sandals. But, if you want to be more city-appropriate and stylish af, I suggest you opt for slides. These past few seasons they have been all over the place and, even though I was a bit sceptical at first, I have grown quite fond of them. Especially the extravagant ones with the feathers/ pearls etc, since they are the ideal way to dress up a simple outfit. All you need to spice up a total black outfit, is a pair of fun and daring slides.

Also, since my feet get super cold during the winter, I find that now is the perfect time to wear them. They are trendy, chic, comfortable and quite versatile. You can wear them with jeans, dresses, skirts, shorts and there are so many different styles to choose from. You could go for the leather Gucci ones that are very polished and office appropriate, for the suede camel colored ones if you want to embrace the fall mood, or choose a pair with fur, prints etc if you are feeling playful and adventurous.

Personally, I am very much enjoying my slides! What about you guys? What is your go-to shoe choice for early fall? Let me know in the comments below ♥

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