HELLO! Midterms are insane at the moment, I'm studying like crazy! I feel like a polar bear, my hibernation game too strong, lol! All I do is move from my desk to the couch to the bed to study. If it gets really wild I end up on the balcony, woah.
Kay enough about that! Guys, I've discovered the music that makes me happiest at the moment! Two words: Kendji Girac! He's the winner of the 3rd The Voice France and he's AMAZING! His music puts me in the best mood!
Funny story actually, I was in the university library, and I was listening to his song "Andalouse" with earphones in. Eventually I had to leave so I could get to class, so smart me simply removed her earphones and the song blasted in the silent library! I shut the laptop while looking around at people staring at me and my friend practically choking on his laughter. Thank you Kendji for that moment of embarrassment, but his music is too good for me to care!
Open these links of his songs guys, you won't regret it! oh and DON'T JUDGE WITHOUT LISTENING JUST BECAUSE IT'S FRENCH!
Andalouse: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FndmvPkI1Ms&list=PL5Q1gGtsPT6-7rX8vRnWFwQ2xtaaY5In7
Color Gitano: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=63K5VMx2BZM&list=PL5Q1gGtsPT6-7rX8vRnWFwQ2xtaaY5In7&index=2
Elle m'a aime: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xwoPXAcrDyI&list=PL5Q1gGtsPT6-7rX8vRnWFwQ2xtaaY5In7&index=3
Conmigo: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7uG6E6bVKU0
Sunday, March 22, 2015
Tuesday, March 10, 2015
10 things that instantly make life a bit better!
Hi everyone! The weather today is making me really happy so I thought I'd share some things that put me in a good besides the weather, can't really do much about nature, lol!
1. Keep a journal. Writing down what you did during the day allows you to highlight the best and worst moments of your day. Also, you don't necessarily have to write down what you did, you can just write random thoughts that you maybe can't tell anyone! I, for one, write down the weirdest ideas in my journal, and my deepest secrets. Anything you can't share with people, just because you want to keep it to yourself, can go into that journal instead of crowding your mind!
2. Keep a playlist of your favorite songs on your phone/mp3 player. Trust me, even though Youtube is everyone's best friend, sometimes you just want to listen some of your favorite tunes on-the-go without having to wait to open Youtube. So keep those favorite mood-boosting tracks stored somewhere!
3. Take a few minutes to yourself on your balcony or any outdoor place. Life can get hectic sometimes, but always remember to expose yourself to some fresh air! I, sometimes, walk out to my balcony at home, and I instantly feel refreshed and ready to continue my day in a better mood!
4. DRINK JUICE! I know this sounds kinda weird, like how will juice make anything better?Juice is delicious and healthy! It's the best guilt-free drink, not only will you have consumed a fruity mix of vitamins, you would have also enjoyed a yummy drink! I don't know about you but when I need a pick-me-up, I drink my favorite blood orange and mandarin juice!
5. DANCE! Dance anywhere, anytime, who cares who's watching?! I, personally, dance around my university like a maniac. Just yesterday, I was dancing around the locker room, then I turned around and saw someone walking behind me. Still not a bad idea, lol!
6. Use a perfume you actually really like. Boosted confidence=boosted mood! When you smell nice, you directly feel better about yourself! I keep a little bottle of perfume in my bag at all times especially when I have to spend 11 hours in my uni, the horror, lol.
7. EXERCISE. No this doesn't mean just going to the gym. Go for a run, do some squats at home, any movement is good. I should say this to myself honestly cause I don't exercise at all! But when I used to go to the gym I would always come back in a better mood. We should all start moving a bit more!
8. Take lots of pictures! I do a really weird thing every night before I sleep. It's not exactly weird really, but I don't think anyone does this. When I'm in bed after I say good night to the people I'm talking to, I directly open my phone's camera roll and check the pictures I took or were sent to me that day. It's my way of remembering the best moments of the day and the things that made me laugh or smile.
9. Splurge occasionally. It's alright every once in a while to buy something downright stupid. If it's something you really want, it will make you happy. Don't be a crazy shopper and buy literally everything that catches your eye, but sometimes you can treat yourself to something you don't need at all but really want!
10. Finally SMILE! When you smile at others, ask them how they're doing, check up on the ones you care about, YOU will also feel better! It's known that for some reason, people get happier when they give gifts than when they receive them, so imagine how you'll feel when you give kindness to others! Help someone carry their bags, ask someone about their day, compliment your friend on his/her outfit! Kindness is happiness!
1. Keep a journal. Writing down what you did during the day allows you to highlight the best and worst moments of your day. Also, you don't necessarily have to write down what you did, you can just write random thoughts that you maybe can't tell anyone! I, for one, write down the weirdest ideas in my journal, and my deepest secrets. Anything you can't share with people, just because you want to keep it to yourself, can go into that journal instead of crowding your mind!
2. Keep a playlist of your favorite songs on your phone/mp3 player. Trust me, even though Youtube is everyone's best friend, sometimes you just want to listen some of your favorite tunes on-the-go without having to wait to open Youtube. So keep those favorite mood-boosting tracks stored somewhere!
3. Take a few minutes to yourself on your balcony or any outdoor place. Life can get hectic sometimes, but always remember to expose yourself to some fresh air! I, sometimes, walk out to my balcony at home, and I instantly feel refreshed and ready to continue my day in a better mood!
4. DRINK JUICE! I know this sounds kinda weird, like how will juice make anything better?Juice is delicious and healthy! It's the best guilt-free drink, not only will you have consumed a fruity mix of vitamins, you would have also enjoyed a yummy drink! I don't know about you but when I need a pick-me-up, I drink my favorite blood orange and mandarin juice!
5. DANCE! Dance anywhere, anytime, who cares who's watching?! I, personally, dance around my university like a maniac. Just yesterday, I was dancing around the locker room, then I turned around and saw someone walking behind me. Still not a bad idea, lol!
6. Use a perfume you actually really like. Boosted confidence=boosted mood! When you smell nice, you directly feel better about yourself! I keep a little bottle of perfume in my bag at all times especially when I have to spend 11 hours in my uni, the horror, lol.
7. EXERCISE. No this doesn't mean just going to the gym. Go for a run, do some squats at home, any movement is good. I should say this to myself honestly cause I don't exercise at all! But when I used to go to the gym I would always come back in a better mood. We should all start moving a bit more!
8. Take lots of pictures! I do a really weird thing every night before I sleep. It's not exactly weird really, but I don't think anyone does this. When I'm in bed after I say good night to the people I'm talking to, I directly open my phone's camera roll and check the pictures I took or were sent to me that day. It's my way of remembering the best moments of the day and the things that made me laugh or smile.
9. Splurge occasionally. It's alright every once in a while to buy something downright stupid. If it's something you really want, it will make you happy. Don't be a crazy shopper and buy literally everything that catches your eye, but sometimes you can treat yourself to something you don't need at all but really want!
10. Finally SMILE! When you smile at others, ask them how they're doing, check up on the ones you care about, YOU will also feel better! It's known that for some reason, people get happier when they give gifts than when they receive them, so imagine how you'll feel when you give kindness to others! Help someone carry their bags, ask someone about their day, compliment your friend on his/her outfit! Kindness is happiness!
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| You all deserve some pretty flowers to make you happy on this fine day!!! |
Sunday, March 8, 2015
Happy International Women's Day!
Who Run The World?! GIRLS!
Beautiful weather on a calm Sunday, a perfect day to celebrate women! I feel like women all over the world deserve recognition every single day, but it's also pretty good to compress all the recognition into one day so that we feel special!
Although I believe that all women deserve love and sweet words on this day, I'm going to talk about some women that have inspired me in my life.
I would like to start my inspiration women list with my favorite woman in the world, my mommy. No matter how old I am, I will always allow myself to be a child with my mom, she's the only one who understands me and will let me behave like a kid around her no matter what. She's the strongest soul I know, and I swear she's like a lioness when it comes to me, if anything hurts me, she will pounce at it, lol! My mom is the best woman in my life, or perhaps the best person in my life, a world without her would be absolute hell! Love ya mom!
Another woman that inspired me in my life has got to be my aunty Widdo. She was diagnosed with diabetes during her teenage years and continued to battle it all her life. Regardless of her severe illness, she was always cheerful and happy and would put me in the best mood. When I felt like I don't want to tell my mom something I'd end up telling my aunt, lol! I lost my aunt a few years ago, something that was really hard on me. But now I remember her as one of the women that inspired me most in my life.
One of the famous women that inspire me is Hilary Duff actually. In the midst of the fame craziness she was one of the few celebrities to stay normal. She's been my favorite celebrity ever since her Lizzie Mcguire days and I still follow up on what she's doing. She sings, acts, has a bunch of different lines, she has a little boy that she's raising, Hilary Duff does it all!
Another totally inspirational woman in my life is my uncle's wife Rana Ahmad Hajjeh! It makes me so proud to tell people that she won best federal employee in the United States for her work in the CDC. I personally know what she's done in her life since I was a baby, and her job is not easy! I always wonder how she has it in her to go to the countries with the worst diseases for her job! But I guess selflessness, hard work, and persistence are her keys to success!
Finally, regardless of the fact that I adore fashion, Coco Chanel has been an inspiration to me for a long time. She built a Chanel empire! I truly hope to one day follow in her footsteps, not necessarily in the fashion world, but perhaps I can one day inspire millions of women in all the generations!
The list of women that inspire me in my life is practically endless! Every woman I know has contributed in some way to making me be a better one myself! My grandmothers, my aunts, my friends actually (Elena & Livine, you guys are awesome!), and a bunch of other celebrities have inspired me through my life!
Beautiful weather on a calm Sunday, a perfect day to celebrate women! I feel like women all over the world deserve recognition every single day, but it's also pretty good to compress all the recognition into one day so that we feel special!
Although I believe that all women deserve love and sweet words on this day, I'm going to talk about some women that have inspired me in my life.
I would like to start my inspiration women list with my favorite woman in the world, my mommy. No matter how old I am, I will always allow myself to be a child with my mom, she's the only one who understands me and will let me behave like a kid around her no matter what. She's the strongest soul I know, and I swear she's like a lioness when it comes to me, if anything hurts me, she will pounce at it, lol! My mom is the best woman in my life, or perhaps the best person in my life, a world without her would be absolute hell! Love ya mom!
Another woman that inspired me in my life has got to be my aunty Widdo. She was diagnosed with diabetes during her teenage years and continued to battle it all her life. Regardless of her severe illness, she was always cheerful and happy and would put me in the best mood. When I felt like I don't want to tell my mom something I'd end up telling my aunt, lol! I lost my aunt a few years ago, something that was really hard on me. But now I remember her as one of the women that inspired me most in my life.
One of the famous women that inspire me is Hilary Duff actually. In the midst of the fame craziness she was one of the few celebrities to stay normal. She's been my favorite celebrity ever since her Lizzie Mcguire days and I still follow up on what she's doing. She sings, acts, has a bunch of different lines, she has a little boy that she's raising, Hilary Duff does it all!
Another totally inspirational woman in my life is my uncle's wife Rana Ahmad Hajjeh! It makes me so proud to tell people that she won best federal employee in the United States for her work in the CDC. I personally know what she's done in her life since I was a baby, and her job is not easy! I always wonder how she has it in her to go to the countries with the worst diseases for her job! But I guess selflessness, hard work, and persistence are her keys to success!
Finally, regardless of the fact that I adore fashion, Coco Chanel has been an inspiration to me for a long time. She built a Chanel empire! I truly hope to one day follow in her footsteps, not necessarily in the fashion world, but perhaps I can one day inspire millions of women in all the generations!
The list of women that inspire me in my life is practically endless! Every woman I know has contributed in some way to making me be a better one myself! My grandmothers, my aunts, my friends actually (Elena & Livine, you guys are awesome!), and a bunch of other celebrities have inspired me through my life!
Tuesday, March 3, 2015
Midterm Season Music
Hi everyone! Midterm season's coming up and I see a lot of people in the library with earphones on and I always wonder what they're listening to. I love making playlists for people and suggesting music for them to listen to and now I can actually do that for whoever reads my blog! Music helps me study in a better mood especially when I'm surrounded by people in a library and I want to tune everything out. I avoided including the usual radio music for two reasons, the first being I don't listen to it while studying, and the second being you can just stream the radio online so I don't really need to help lol. So guys, I hope you like the playlist I have for you!
1. Wings - Birdy https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WJTXDCh2YiA
2. I Know you - Skylar Grey https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ECRRRcXycjI
3. Gone, Gone, Gone - Phillip Phillips https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oozQ4yV__Vw
4. Drunk - Ed Sheeran https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G2fOum_KWQU
5. Midnight City - M83 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m4Jcjl7ZxHs
6. Like I Can - Sam Smith https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xeugznpGKPA
7. 2 on - Tinashe https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pgKrOTT5e5I
8. Pretty Little Girl - Blink-182 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1Ggl4GsCm9k
9. Fix You - Coldplay https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pY9b6jgbNyc
10. Andalouse - Kendji Girac https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FndmvPkI1Ms
11. All of Me - John Legend (Boyce Avenue cover) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1iYUQW6RovY
12. Secrets - OneRepublic https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qHm9MG9xw1o
13. No Words - The Script https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L42I6FE_bt4
14. Certain Things - James Arthur https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=44GmZdn6_oo
15. Knock You Down - Keri Hilson feat. Kanye West feat. Neyo https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6cBZBeNfxwI
16. Arrival of the Birds - The Cinematic Orchestra https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MqoANESQ4cQ
17. With Me - Sum 41 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g8z-qP34-1Y
18. Falling For You - Busted https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j9HEO3GgqtM
19. That Thing You Do - Busted https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F4ML9lLSKx0
20. Instant Crush - Daft Punk https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r83_iyO4rhI
21. Show Me - Kid Ink https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bWsyN933fEI
22. Everything I Ask For - The Maine https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9cxwbJIU2b8
23. A Story to Tell Your Friends - Every Avenue https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D25djhW_ARg
24. Look After You - The Fray https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1iYOOuJLuaY
25. Iris - Goo Goo Dolls https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B8UeeIAJ0a0
26. I'm Falling Even More In Love With You https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xyqruTi_0eU
27. Here Comes Your Man - Pixies https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tPgf_btTFlc
28. Figure 8 - Ellie Goulding https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8ETet-EbaoM
29. Gravity - Sara Bareilles https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A_U6iSAn_fY
30. Breath - Breaking Benjamin https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mCYfw2CyUdA
1. Wings - Birdy https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WJTXDCh2YiA
2. I Know you - Skylar Grey https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ECRRRcXycjI
3. Gone, Gone, Gone - Phillip Phillips https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oozQ4yV__Vw
4. Drunk - Ed Sheeran https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G2fOum_KWQU
5. Midnight City - M83 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m4Jcjl7ZxHs
6. Like I Can - Sam Smith https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xeugznpGKPA
7. 2 on - Tinashe https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pgKrOTT5e5I
8. Pretty Little Girl - Blink-182 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1Ggl4GsCm9k
9. Fix You - Coldplay https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pY9b6jgbNyc
10. Andalouse - Kendji Girac https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FndmvPkI1Ms
11. All of Me - John Legend (Boyce Avenue cover) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1iYUQW6RovY
12. Secrets - OneRepublic https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qHm9MG9xw1o
13. No Words - The Script https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L42I6FE_bt4
14. Certain Things - James Arthur https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=44GmZdn6_oo
15. Knock You Down - Keri Hilson feat. Kanye West feat. Neyo https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6cBZBeNfxwI
16. Arrival of the Birds - The Cinematic Orchestra https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MqoANESQ4cQ
17. With Me - Sum 41 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g8z-qP34-1Y
18. Falling For You - Busted https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j9HEO3GgqtM
19. That Thing You Do - Busted https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F4ML9lLSKx0
20. Instant Crush - Daft Punk https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r83_iyO4rhI
21. Show Me - Kid Ink https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bWsyN933fEI
22. Everything I Ask For - The Maine https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9cxwbJIU2b8
23. A Story to Tell Your Friends - Every Avenue https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D25djhW_ARg
24. Look After You - The Fray https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1iYOOuJLuaY
25. Iris - Goo Goo Dolls https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B8UeeIAJ0a0
26. I'm Falling Even More In Love With You https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xyqruTi_0eU
27. Here Comes Your Man - Pixies https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tPgf_btTFlc
28. Figure 8 - Ellie Goulding https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8ETet-EbaoM
29. Gravity - Sara Bareilles https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A_U6iSAn_fY
30. Breath - Breaking Benjamin https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mCYfw2CyUdA
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