This blog was thought of because of this amazing quote:
"Your work is to discover your world and then with all your heart give yourself to it." ~Buddha
Pretty self-explanatory really. In life, you get what you put in. You're not going to get in shape, be successful, and get places in life by sitting around and just hoping for it to happen. You have to initiate that effort and the more you put into it, the more you will get out of it.
I was taught that "you are who you hang out with." So I have chosen for myself to hang around happy, motivated, smart, loving, and inspirational people. If you hang out with people that are negative with life, chances are, they're going to bring out the 'negative' in you. If you are around people that strive for success, chances are, you're going to want the same for yourself.
So make sure you choose your friends wisely. Or, make sure you choose your LIFE wisely. It is how YOU make it so you might as well make it the way YOU want it to be. Never give up.
Saturday, March 19, 2011
Wednesday, March 9, 2011
Summer is coming... Time to look and feel good in those tiny clothes!
I woke up today with the sun just shining in my face and even though I'm not a morning person, I woke up with a smile. It was that moment that I realized Spring is around the corner... And I couldn't be more excited!
Nothing feels better than feeling good in your bikini, short shorts, sundresses, and all the cute little summer clothes, but the hardest part is getting there!
The math is pretty simple. We all know what it takes to lose weight, but I am going to share some of my favorite tips:
-Don't eat any salt for 72 hours prior to being in a bikini, you will shed at least a pound or two of water weight without even changing your diet.
-Stay away from soda! Even diet sodas contain a lot of sodium and they bloat you and make you look larger than you really are!
-Drink a lot of water; it flushes all the toxins out of your body and keeps you 'regular.'
-I replace homemade iced brewed tea (with no sugar, add fresh squeezed lemon) to quench my thirst and it usually suppresses my cravings as well!
-Work out 3-4 days a week and do 45 minutes of cardio and 30 minutes of weight training. Make sure you push yourself. You made it to the gym, now it's just up to you if you're going to make something of it!
-I love juicing! I bought a juicer and I juice every day as a snack or as part of my breakfast. I will have a small bowl of oatmeal and juice a mixture of kale, celery, cucumber, an apple, an orange, and carrots. It tastes yummy and it's filled with fiber and nutrients!
Those are just some of my favorite weight loss, body loving tips! You hear the saying: "You are what you eat..." So eat well and be good to your body... it will make you feel great and your body will be great to you back! And I've learned from experience that the first two weeks are a struggle of getting on track, but once you're in the routine- it just comes natural! And it naturally feels great!
Nothing feels better than feeling good in your bikini, short shorts, sundresses, and all the cute little summer clothes, but the hardest part is getting there!
The math is pretty simple. We all know what it takes to lose weight, but I am going to share some of my favorite tips:
-Don't eat any salt for 72 hours prior to being in a bikini, you will shed at least a pound or two of water weight without even changing your diet.
-Stay away from soda! Even diet sodas contain a lot of sodium and they bloat you and make you look larger than you really are!
-Drink a lot of water; it flushes all the toxins out of your body and keeps you 'regular.'
-I replace homemade iced brewed tea (with no sugar, add fresh squeezed lemon) to quench my thirst and it usually suppresses my cravings as well!
-Work out 3-4 days a week and do 45 minutes of cardio and 30 minutes of weight training. Make sure you push yourself. You made it to the gym, now it's just up to you if you're going to make something of it!
-I love juicing! I bought a juicer and I juice every day as a snack or as part of my breakfast. I will have a small bowl of oatmeal and juice a mixture of kale, celery, cucumber, an apple, an orange, and carrots. It tastes yummy and it's filled with fiber and nutrients!
Those are just some of my favorite weight loss, body loving tips! You hear the saying: "You are what you eat..." So eat well and be good to your body... it will make you feel great and your body will be great to you back! And I've learned from experience that the first two weeks are a struggle of getting on track, but once you're in the routine- it just comes natural! And it naturally feels great!
Saturday, March 5, 2011
LOVE... we all need it; in all shapes and forms... YOU DESERVE TO BE LOVED.
I bet you're thinking I'm talking about a guy again, right? Wrong. Even though I am quite boy crazy, this entry is actually about the love for a best friend... who I guess you could possibly be in love with, but not in this case. Some friends become family... She is that friend.
I remember being a teenager and friends were dependent on status, looks, and what kind of car they drove, but 'friends' aren't about that... Materials are short-lived, status may not last forever, looks fade, fashion comes and goes, and money... well, money could be here today and gone tomorrow.
Have you ever connected with someone in a way that nothing will stop you from saying or doing anything? It doesn't matter if you have something in your teeth (chances are you put it there on purpose to make them laugh) or how you look for the day because no matter what, they just love being around you? Well, this would be my best friend Vanessa. I can do, say, look bad, be sad, be happy, be mad, whatever... this girls just gets me. I'm so stubborn and she is one that will just shut me up and I listen... because I trust the advice she's giving me.
A good friend is someone that is ALWAYS looking out for your best interest, no matter what. A good friend isn't jealous of you, but praises you for your good work and accomplishments. A good friend supports you in EVERYTHING you do and not when it's just convenient for them.
I never thought it was possible to have a friend that you truly can count on for anything and everything... I was raised to be loyal and to be honest, it's part of who I am. In life, I have noticed that it usually isn't returned and I have been walked all over countless times; yet for some reason, it hasn't stopped me.
I am writing this entry and dedicating it to my best friend, Vanessa. I just wished her "good luck" on her move clear across the country to Boston, MA. I can't stop crying because I miss her so much. I keep thinking of the saying "this isn't goodbye, it's see you later," but it just hurts so bad knowing that she's going to be so far away. I've never had a friend like her, but thank goodness for technology today so it will be much easier to keep in touch... Lot's of girl time Skype dates; that's for sure!
I wish you all the best in the journey of finding that one person, guy or girl, that can/will have the pleasure of being your best friend. I think it's so important to be loyal in life and to have someone give it back to you in return. I hope you find that person that would never lead you astray... And most of all, sometimes you just need to shut up and listen to what they have to say. In trust, they're only wanting what's best for you.
You are what you make of your life... And you are who keep yourself around. Keep high spirits, positive, driven, and loving people by your side and you will notice a great return in life. Peace, love, and happiness.
Photo Credit: (2011; http://www.thepotteryandcraftstudio.com/)
I remember being a teenager and friends were dependent on status, looks, and what kind of car they drove, but 'friends' aren't about that... Materials are short-lived, status may not last forever, looks fade, fashion comes and goes, and money... well, money could be here today and gone tomorrow.
Have you ever connected with someone in a way that nothing will stop you from saying or doing anything? It doesn't matter if you have something in your teeth (chances are you put it there on purpose to make them laugh) or how you look for the day because no matter what, they just love being around you? Well, this would be my best friend Vanessa. I can do, say, look bad, be sad, be happy, be mad, whatever... this girls just gets me. I'm so stubborn and she is one that will just shut me up and I listen... because I trust the advice she's giving me.
I never thought it was possible to have a friend that you truly can count on for anything and everything... I was raised to be loyal and to be honest, it's part of who I am. In life, I have noticed that it usually isn't returned and I have been walked all over countless times; yet for some reason, it hasn't stopped me.
I am writing this entry and dedicating it to my best friend, Vanessa. I just wished her "good luck" on her move clear across the country to Boston, MA. I can't stop crying because I miss her so much. I keep thinking of the saying "this isn't goodbye, it's see you later," but it just hurts so bad knowing that she's going to be so far away. I've never had a friend like her, but thank goodness for technology today so it will be much easier to keep in touch... Lot's of girl time Skype dates; that's for sure!
I wish you all the best in the journey of finding that one person, guy or girl, that can/will have the pleasure of being your best friend. I think it's so important to be loyal in life and to have someone give it back to you in return. I hope you find that person that would never lead you astray... And most of all, sometimes you just need to shut up and listen to what they have to say. In trust, they're only wanting what's best for you.
You are what you make of your life... And you are who keep yourself around. Keep high spirits, positive, driven, and loving people by your side and you will notice a great return in life. Peace, love, and happiness.
Photo Credit: (2011; http://www.thepotteryandcraftstudio.com/)
Friday, February 25, 2011
Heartbreak... The risk you should be willing to take!
Tears running down your face and you just think life can't go on with out them, right? Wrong.
Life works in such mysterious ways. If you read in my previous post, I mentioned that I moved to Las Vegas at the age of 18 because I was in love. Well, let me tell you... those four years of dating this guy were unreal. I learned what it was like to fall in love with someone for the first time and I even ended up living with him. Little did I know, his profession (athlete) was going to his head and he was consistently cheating on me. I forgave him a handful of times and we tried to work things out, but he ended up doing it to me the last time I would allow.
I will never forget leaving the house that we lived in together and driving in my car (Cadillac SUV at the time) and just parking myself in a grocery store parking lot at the dead of the night and just bursting into tears. I remember not being able to breathe and just laying my head in my hands against my steering wheel. I remember thinking about how much I loved him and wondering how he could do this to me. I remember thinking of all the times we have slept in the same bed and not knowing who he was with before me... No one should ever have to feel that way... And from that moment on, I may not have known what kind of man I wanted, but I definitely knew what I DIDN'T want in a man.
I moved my belongings out of my ex-boyfriend's house, only taking what belonged to only me because I didn't want the memories of the things that we had shared. It's so important to get rid of the things that remind you of your ex so you don't dwell on the materialistic things that make you think of him. It took me about two years to fully get over him and I would be lying if I said that I don't think about him from time and time again; he was my first love, my first everything.
I felt really down and depressed for about three to four months, but about a week after being on my own, I remember saying to myself, "I'm going to show him what he's missing out on" and I was dieting and working out consistently. I dressed and looked my best always... just in case I'd see him or his friends.
Working out, feeling good, and looking good soon paid off and I got one of the hottest jobs in Las Vegas doing VIP Bottle Service for The Light Group working at JET Nightclub and Caramel. I was 21 years old making crazy amounts of money and just enjoying being single. I met some good friends and I finally started to realize who I was; without a man. And let me tell you, I haven't changed so much in my whole life!
"The only constant is change." (Volcolm) As we grow and age, we are changing on a day to day basis. Change can be a really good thing so don't be afraid of it.
My ex came running back to me the day I broke up with him, weeks after, months after, and even years after. I wish the best for him always, but the love just isn't there anymore. In fact, right before he got engaged, he had asked me if there will ever be a chance between us and I just wished him on his way. I will always be 'the one that got away' from him... and let me tell you, it feels kind of good. Karma for him cheating on me!
As bad as heartbreak may feel for that short amount of time that seems like forever, it's almost a necessity to finding what you really want in life and who you really are as a person. I have gained so much confidence in myself after having a broken heart because rather than letting it bring me down, I made myself better. I made myself better for the next lucky guy to have the chance with me, but more importantly, I made myself better so I can love me!
Life works in such mysterious ways. If you read in my previous post, I mentioned that I moved to Las Vegas at the age of 18 because I was in love. Well, let me tell you... those four years of dating this guy were unreal. I learned what it was like to fall in love with someone for the first time and I even ended up living with him. Little did I know, his profession (athlete) was going to his head and he was consistently cheating on me. I forgave him a handful of times and we tried to work things out, but he ended up doing it to me the last time I would allow.
I will never forget leaving the house that we lived in together and driving in my car (Cadillac SUV at the time) and just parking myself in a grocery store parking lot at the dead of the night and just bursting into tears. I remember not being able to breathe and just laying my head in my hands against my steering wheel. I remember thinking about how much I loved him and wondering how he could do this to me. I remember thinking of all the times we have slept in the same bed and not knowing who he was with before me... No one should ever have to feel that way... And from that moment on, I may not have known what kind of man I wanted, but I definitely knew what I DIDN'T want in a man.
I moved my belongings out of my ex-boyfriend's house, only taking what belonged to only me because I didn't want the memories of the things that we had shared. It's so important to get rid of the things that remind you of your ex so you don't dwell on the materialistic things that make you think of him. It took me about two years to fully get over him and I would be lying if I said that I don't think about him from time and time again; he was my first love, my first everything.
I felt really down and depressed for about three to four months, but about a week after being on my own, I remember saying to myself, "I'm going to show him what he's missing out on" and I was dieting and working out consistently. I dressed and looked my best always... just in case I'd see him or his friends.
Working out, feeling good, and looking good soon paid off and I got one of the hottest jobs in Las Vegas doing VIP Bottle Service for The Light Group working at JET Nightclub and Caramel. I was 21 years old making crazy amounts of money and just enjoying being single. I met some good friends and I finally started to realize who I was; without a man. And let me tell you, I haven't changed so much in my whole life!
"The only constant is change." (Volcolm) As we grow and age, we are changing on a day to day basis. Change can be a really good thing so don't be afraid of it.
My ex came running back to me the day I broke up with him, weeks after, months after, and even years after. I wish the best for him always, but the love just isn't there anymore. In fact, right before he got engaged, he had asked me if there will ever be a chance between us and I just wished him on his way. I will always be 'the one that got away' from him... and let me tell you, it feels kind of good. Karma for him cheating on me!
As bad as heartbreak may feel for that short amount of time that seems like forever, it's almost a necessity to finding what you really want in life and who you really are as a person. I have gained so much confidence in myself after having a broken heart because rather than letting it bring me down, I made myself better. I made myself better for the next lucky guy to have the chance with me, but more importantly, I made myself better so I can love me!
Thursday, February 24, 2011
Be happy with being YOU...
One of the best sayings I have ever heard is from a childhood memory: "You have to believe in yourself before others will believe in you."
That statement couldn't be more true. If you walk around with your head down, people aren't going to notice you and if they do, they aren't going to be interested in talking to someone feeling down. If you walk around with your head held high and with confidence, people are going to be curious as to what is making you feel so good.
Something I have learned over time is that sometimes you have to 'fool yourself' that you're happy with the way things are. Sounds crazy I know, but I can explain! If you walk around confident and smiling, chances are people are going to smile back at you, which in return leads to you having a REAL smile. Still sounds crazy to you? Try it.
Feeding off negative energy, even your own, will keep leading you in a negative direction. If you fill your life with positive energy, you will have a lot more appreciation for all of the important things surrounding you. Life is too short to live in stress, depression, and feeling sorry for yourself... do yourself a favor and do something at this very moment that makes you feel good: make yourself a nice treat, get your nails done, buy yourself something nice, go for a nice walk and notice the beautiful surroundings you have, or you can even sit down and read a good book! A smarter, grateful woman is so much sexier than a woman with just a pretty face!
That statement couldn't be more true. If you walk around with your head down, people aren't going to notice you and if they do, they aren't going to be interested in talking to someone feeling down. If you walk around with your head held high and with confidence, people are going to be curious as to what is making you feel so good.
Something I have learned over time is that sometimes you have to 'fool yourself' that you're happy with the way things are. Sounds crazy I know, but I can explain! If you walk around confident and smiling, chances are people are going to smile back at you, which in return leads to you having a REAL smile. Still sounds crazy to you? Try it.
Feeding off negative energy, even your own, will keep leading you in a negative direction. If you fill your life with positive energy, you will have a lot more appreciation for all of the important things surrounding you. Life is too short to live in stress, depression, and feeling sorry for yourself... do yourself a favor and do something at this very moment that makes you feel good: make yourself a nice treat, get your nails done, buy yourself something nice, go for a nice walk and notice the beautiful surroundings you have, or you can even sit down and read a good book! A smarter, grateful woman is so much sexier than a woman with just a pretty face!
Introduction to blogging about "Feeling Beautiful; Every Day"
Take a deep breathe, you're definitely not alone... We all have that feeling of isolation, loneliness, stress, or that feeling of being out of place. Society and the media today have made it a tough world to live in leaving yourself with questions such as: "Why don't I look like that girl on the cover of that magazine?," "How do I lose weight and keep healthy?," and just the every day questions that just add more stress to our life than we actually need.
I decided to write this blog because I grew up in small towns my whole life without an older sibling to look up to for advice so I'd always find myself lost with my questions on how I could feel beautiful; inside and out. I was taunted growing up because I was loud, obnoxious, and a complete tomboy. And even though the guys were giving me more attention than the other girls, I knew it wasn't because they liked me... Because to them, I was always just 'one of the guys...'
Moving to Las Vegas, NV can either make or break an 18 year old girl; especially when she's moving from a town like St. George, UT... for a guy she was in love with. Finally, a guy that loved me for the simple things in life... my natural beauty, the fact that I was a tomboy, and everything about me... And yet, I still didn't feel sexy. I remember being so insecure and comparing myself to every girl that I knew he could have a shot with... So why would he choose to be with me? Was I really that special?
This blog is for every teenager, college student, friend, mother, or anyone in the world that has the same questions as every woman... And I encourage you all to ask me or give me ideas to write about... Because after all, we are all beautiful women... it's about time we all get in this together!
And as a woman, it's so important to feel sexy on the inside and the outside... So here we go!
I decided to write this blog because I grew up in small towns my whole life without an older sibling to look up to for advice so I'd always find myself lost with my questions on how I could feel beautiful; inside and out. I was taunted growing up because I was loud, obnoxious, and a complete tomboy. And even though the guys were giving me more attention than the other girls, I knew it wasn't because they liked me... Because to them, I was always just 'one of the guys...'
Moving to Las Vegas, NV can either make or break an 18 year old girl; especially when she's moving from a town like St. George, UT... for a guy she was in love with. Finally, a guy that loved me for the simple things in life... my natural beauty, the fact that I was a tomboy, and everything about me... And yet, I still didn't feel sexy. I remember being so insecure and comparing myself to every girl that I knew he could have a shot with... So why would he choose to be with me? Was I really that special?
This blog is for every teenager, college student, friend, mother, or anyone in the world that has the same questions as every woman... And I encourage you all to ask me or give me ideas to write about... Because after all, we are all beautiful women... it's about time we all get in this together!
And as a woman, it's so important to feel sexy on the inside and the outside... So here we go!
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