Spend Your life doing what makes you happy!

I recently watched a video on facebook.It wasnt your typical video. It was more of an eye opener. a lesson . Something that really makes you think. There were a couple of things that spoke to me. Being a young Makeup Artist,and this being my only job right now.I was reassured that although i may not have consistent money flowing through,i am doing what i love! The video talks about how people spend their lifetime chasing after money and in turn they are only miserable. Society teaches us that getting money and spending our life getting money is what we should do. So we grow up thinking that,we teach our kids that,they teach their kids that and so on and so on for many generations. We believe the things we love doing,wether it be being a makeup artist,a sky diver,painter,musician etc wont get us money so we step away from it just ,we push it away because society says those things dont bring in the money.I believed for the longest that being a Makeup Artist was a failing career.It wouldnt bring me money so why indulge in it eventhough i loved it. My cousin helped me believe and encouraged me to go forth in it and so i did.And since then i have.For a few years i did makeup on the side but still had a "real" job. I began feeling really unhappy ,there were days i felt like my "real" job took up so much time that i didnt have time to do what i loved.I had to turn down Makeup  Gigs because i had to work. It made me mad,miserable,unhappy,and sad.I didnt know what to do. I was taught not to quit so i knew that was not in question when it came to my "real" job. So I prayed ,thats all i could do. Due to unfair treatment i lost my job. And i must say,it was the best thing that has happened in my life!!!! In the beginning it was hard because i didnt know how i was going to get through money wise. I soon forgot about the money and just continued doing what i loved and that was Makeup! and since then i have been sooooo Happy! I started making money! Im still growing and have a long way to go but Im truely Happy. So when i seen this video i was reassured. "Better to have a short life filled with doing the things you love doing than a long life  doing what makes you miserable". That was the simplest,important ,life changing quote i have ever heard. Take a look at the video and tell me what you think in the comments below.

      This video will CHANGE your life !

Take Time For You

I wanted to just write a post about taking time to yourself. Sometimes we look at taking time for ourselves as a negative thing,especially when you are a person who loves to help others and spend so much time dedicating your time to someone else. I believe that it crucial to spend time alone. Its not a bad thing to get away and just think. Its not selfish so dont feel guilty. You need time alone for your own sanity and to clear your mind without the influences of others. When you spend time alone you get a chance to reflect on things you want to change or just doing the things that simply make YOU happy. I encourage everyone to get your "Me Time" and dont feel ashamed or selfish to do so!

EVERY STEP COUNTS!!!!

I wanted to write this post because lately ive been feeling like sometimes the small steps i make towards my success in furthering my career as a MUA is not good enough. But, then a light bulb in my head went off and instantly i thought every step counts! Its apart of the process, apart of the journey.What would a journey be without those little steps? They add up to make your experience worthwhile. All in all IF YOU CANT APPRECIATE THE SMALL STEPS THAN YOU CANT APPRECIATE THE JOURNEY!

Dont let the Setbacks Set you Back!!!

Sometimes in life we all get those curveballs/setbacks that take us by surprise.When it happens we want to sit and frown and think why me? i dont understand? can things ever go right? We all do it! But you have to turn that negative into a positive! Dont let those setbacks set you back!!! If we sit around too long constantly analyzing the negative impact it has on our lives, then we miss out on the positive impact it could have. Think of it as a growing experience. Say to yourself "If things constantly went my way ,how would i ever learn to appreciate when the good things happen." Meaning if things never went wrong how could we really appreciate when they were going good. It teaches you not to always take things for granted. Learn from these setbacks. They make you stronger and wiser.It could lead you to a better place,take you to a positive outcome far beyond your imagination.Everything happens for a reason,im a firm believer.Sure when bad things happen we are going to be down a little bit,but pick yourself right back up! dont let it consume your entire being!DONT LET THE SET BACKS SET YOU BACK!!!

Dont Let Someone Tell You That You CANT!!!

Alot of times when we find our passion or a hobby that we really love to do ,and we want to expand it into making it a career, we get those nay-sayers.Those people who tell us we cant do it,or even people who will try to dissuade you from pursuing it.Dont let it discourage you!!! I decided to write this post because lately ive been getting some negative opinions about things that i have inquired about. There truely is a difference between constructive criticism and just plain ole negative criticism.I would suggest everyone to know the difference!If in your gut you feel like someone isnt being genuine and looking out for your best interest than 9 times out of 10 they probably arent.Watch out for those people who do and say things for their own selfish gain.And most importantly DO NOT be afraid to walk alone. Walking alone isnt always a bad thing,it can be a good thing too.If all you recieve is negativity from those you "Walk " with than what good is it to you to continuing walking with them? just for the company?You can do what ever it is you want to do with or without people by your side.(provided that you are not harming anyone). So at the end of the day AS LONG AS YOU BELIEVE YOU CAN DO IT ,YOU CAN !!! :)

Determination is Key!

You can not succeed in any dream you have unless you have DETERMINATION! It truely is a key ingredient, without it things will fall apart. Dont be afraid to be determined. Sometimes i have my days where i dont want to press my blog on other people because i feel like im repeating myself over and over and im not getting the response i want from people, Or even continuing doing makeup but i think to myself if doing it is my passion then my passion wont let me stop being determined. They go hand and hand with eachother. You may not get the response you want when you want it, you may experience some set backs as you continue your journey to success but stay DETERMINED! Trust me it will all pay off in the end and youll look back and feel a sense of fulfillment because you came a long way and worked hard to get to where you are. Your appreciation will be greater. Even now , although you may not be where you want just yet, take a step back and look at your journey. Its an improvement right! And it will continue. Dont lose your determination . Keep pursuing your dream , its worth it!

Just Do It!!!!

Many of us hold back on doing the things we love because we feel thats its not important enough or maybe its because we feel like society wont accept it, mainly our peers and our family members. If you love knitting sweaters do it! If you love sewing up old fabric and making it into a brand new piece of clothing , do it!! If you like making your own music , do it!!! Whatever it is that makes you feel happy inside , whatever it is that encourages you and doesnt effect anyone or yourself in a negative way then Do It!!! Dont let no one stop you! Most importantly dont let "you" stop you!

MUA's That Feel Discouraged

Recently i posted a post on beautylish about feeling discouraged. First of all, for those who dont know what beautylish is , it is a site that is for anyone who is a makeup artist or anyone who is into beauty. You can post your pictures,and ask questions and review products. Anyways......... as i was saying i posted a post relating to the topic of feeling discouraged about continuing on the journey of a Makeup Artist. I myself was going through some self doubt about continuing my career. It just seemed like alot of people are breaking into the industry and i couldnt help but feel the competition that may soon arise.
  In posting this topic i recieved alot of positive feedback from young ladies who either felt the same way or just encouraging words from them. I want to pass that on to you all who may be feeling like this as well. We are all different,and we all have something different to bring to the table in this industry. Just being an individual is more than enough because thats what makes us who we are ,it draws different kinds of people to us. You should think of why you wanted to start this journey. If you truely have a passion for it and you cant think of your life without doing makeup than that is all you need to make yourself successful! Your passion and your love for makeup/beauty is honestly all you need. Forget about the "competition" Continue making people feel beautiful the best way you know, and most importantly have fun and dont be afraid to learn from eachother.Support eachother. We are all a team!

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