Glow Up Tips

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[shelbys-advice-blog]

I want to live by myself when I move out of my parent's place but I'm really afraid of money problems? I'm afraid that the only place I can afford will be in the ghetto and it'll all be torn apart and I'll only be allowed to eat one granola bar a week. I'm really stressing out about this. I don't know anything about after school life. I don't know anything about paying bills or how to buy an apartment and it's really scaring me. is there anything you know that can help me?

HI darling,

I’ve actually got a super wonderful masterpost for you to check out:

Home

what the hell is a mortgage?

first apartment essentials checklist

how to care for cacti and succulents

the care and keeping of plants

Getting an apartment

Money

earn rewards by taking polls

how to coupon

what to do when you can’t pay your bills

see if you’re paying too much for your cell phone bill

how to save money

How to Balance a Check Book

How to do Your Own Taxes

Health

how to take care of yourself when you’re sick

things to bring to a doctor’s appointment

how to get free therapy

what to expect from your first gynecologist appointment

how to make a doctor’s appointment

how to pick a health insurance plan

how to avoid a hangover

a list of stress relievers

how to remove a splinter

Emergency

what to do if you get pulled over by a cop

a list of hotlines in a crisis

things to keep in your car in case of an emergency

how to do the heimlich maneuver

Job

time management

create a resume

find the right career

how to pick a major

how to avoid a hangover

how to interview for a job

how to stop procrastinating

How to write cover letters

Travel

ULTIMATE PACKING LIST

Traveling for Cheap

Travel Accessories

The Best Way to Pack a Suitcase

How To Read A Map

How to Apply For A Passport

How to Make A Travel Budget

Better You

read the news

leave your childhood traumas behind

how to quit smoking

how to knit

how to stop biting your nails

how to stop procrastinating

how to stop skipping breakfast

how to stop micromanaging

how to stop avoiding asking for help

how to stop swearing constantly

how to stop being a pushover

learn another language

how to improve your self-esteem

how to sew

learn how to embroider

how to love yourself

100 tips for life

Apartments/Houses/Moving

Moving Out and Getting an Apartment, Part 1: Are You Sure? (The Responsible One)

Moving Out and Getting an Apartment, Part 2: Finding the Damn Apartment (The Responsible One)

Moving Out and Getting an Apartment, Part 3: Questions to Ask about the Damn Apartment (The Responsible One)

Moving Out and Getting an Apartment, Part 4: Packing and Moving All of Your Shit (The Responsible One)

How to Protect Your Home Against Break-Ins (The Responsible One)

Education

How to Find a Fucking College (The Sudden Adult)

How to Find Some Fucking Money for College (The Sudden Adult)

What to Do When You Can’t Afford Your #1 Post-Secondary School (The Sudden Adult)

Stop Shitting on Community College Kids (Why Community College is Fucking Awesome) (The Responsible One)

How to Ask for a Recommendation Letter (The Responsible One)

How to Choose a College Major (The Sudden Adult)

Finances

How to Write a Goddamn Check (The Responsible One)

How to Convince Credit Companies You’re Not a Worthless Bag of Shit (The Responsible One)

Debit vs Credit (The Responsible One)

What to Do if Your Wallet is Stolen/Lost (The Sudden Adult)

Budgeting 101 (The Responsible One)

Important Tax Links to Know (The Responsible One)

How to Choose a Bank Without Screwing Yourself (The Responsible One)

Job Hunting

How to Write a Resume Like a Boss (The Responsible One)

How to Write a Cover Letter Someone Will Actually Read (The Responsible One)

How to Handle a Phone Interview without Fucking Up (The Responsible One)

10 Sites to Start Your Job Search (The Responsible One)

Life Skills

Staying in Touch with Friends/Family (The Sudden Adult)

Bar Etiquette (The Sudden Adult)

What to Do After a Car Accident (The Sudden Adult)

Grow Up and Buy Your Own Groceries (The Responsible One)

How to Survive Plane Trips (The Sudden Adult)

How to Make a List of Goals (The Responsible One)

How to Stop Whining and Make a Damn Appointment (The Responsible One)

Miscellaneous

What to Expect from the Hell that is Jury Duty (The Responsible One)

Relationships

Marriage: What the Fuck Does It Mean and How the Hell Do I Know When I’m Ready? (Guest post - The Northwest Adult)

How Fucked Are You for Moving In with Your Significant Other: An Interview with an Actual Real-Life Couple Living Together™ (mintypineapple  and catastrofries)

Travel & Vehicles

How to Winterize Your Piece of Shit Vehicle (The Responsible One)

How to Make Public Transportation Your Bitch (The Responsible One)

Other Blog Features

Apps for Asshats

Harsh Truths & Bitter Reminders

Asks I’ll Probably Need to Refer People to Later

Apartments (or Life Skills) - How Not to Live in Filth (The Sudden Adult)

Finances - Tax Basics (The Responsible One)

Important Documents - How to Get a Copy of Your Birth Certificate (The Responsible One)

Important Documents - How to Get a Replacement ID (The Responsible One)

Health - How to Deal with a Chemical Burn (The Responsible One)

Job Hunting - List of Jobs Based on Social Interaction Levels (The Sudden Adult)

Job Hunting - How to Avoid Falling into a Pit of Despair While Job Hunting (The Responsible One)

Job Hunting - Questions to Ask in an Interview (The Responsible One)

Life Skills - First-Time Flying Tips (The Sudden Adult)

Life Skills - How to Ask a Good Question (The Responsible One)

Life Skills - Reasons to Take a Foreign Language (The Responsible One)

Life Skills - Opening a Bar Tab (The Sudden Adult)

Relationships - Long Distance Relationships: How to Stay in Contact (The Responsible One)

Adult Cheat Sheet:

what to do if your pet gets lost

removing stains from your carpet

how to know if you’re eligible for food stamps

throwing a dinner party

i’m pregnant, now what?

first aid tools to keep in your house

how to keep a clean kitchen

learning how to become independent from your parents

job interview tips

opening your first bank account

what to do if you lose your wallet

tips for cheap furniture

easy ways to cut your spending

selecting the right tires for your car

taking out your first loan

picking out the right credit card

how to get out of parking tickets

how to fix a leaky faucet

get all of your news in one place

getting rid of mice & rats in your house

when to go to the e.r.

buying your first home

how to buy your first stocks

guide to brewing coffee

first apartment essentials checklist

coping with a job you hate

30 books to read before you’re 30

what’s the deal with retirement?

difference between insurances

Once you’ve looked over all those cool links, I have some general advice for you on how you can have some sort of support system going for you:

Reasons to move out of home

You may decide to leave home for many different reasons, including:

wishing to live independently

location difficulties – for example, the need to move closer to university

conflict with your parents

being asked to leave by your parents.

Issues to consider when moving out of home

It’s common to be a little unsure when you make a decision like leaving home. You may choose to move, but find that you face problems you didn’t anticipate, such as:

Unreadiness – you may find you are not quite ready to handle all the responsibilities.

Money worries – bills including rent, utilities like gas and electricity and the cost of groceries may catch you by surprise, especially if you are used to your parents providing for everything. Debt may become an issue.

Flatmate problems – issues such as paying bills on time, sharing housework equally, friends who never pay board, but stay anyway, and lifestyle incompatibilities (such as a non-drug-user flatting with a drug user) may result in hostilities and arguments.

Your parents may be worried

Think about how your parents may be feeling and talk with them if they are worried about you. Most parents want their children to be happy and independent, but they might be concerned about a lot of different things. For example:

They may worry that you are not ready.

They may be sad because they will miss you.

They may think you shouldn’t leave home until you are married or have bought a house.

They may be concerned about the people you have chosen to live with.

Reassure your parents that you will keep in touch and visit regularly. Try to leave on a positive note. Hopefully, they are happy about your plans and support your decision.

Tips for a successful move

Tips include:

Don’t make a rash decision – consider the situation carefully. Are you ready to live independently? Do you make enough money to support yourself? Are you moving out for the right reasons?

Draw up a realistic budget – don’t forget to include ‘hidden’ expenses such as the property’s security deposit or bond (usually four weeks’ rent), connection fees for utilities, and home and contents insurance.

Communicate – avoid misunderstandings, hostilities and arguments by talking openly and respectfully about your concerns with flatmates and parents. Make sure you’re open to their point of view too – getting along is a two-way street.

Keep in touch – talk to your parents about regular home visits: for example, having Sunday night dinner together every week.

Work out acceptable behaviour – if your parents don’t like your flatmate(s), find out why. It is usually the behaviour rather than the person that causes offence (for example, swearing or smoking). Out of respect for your parents, ask your flatmate(s) to be on their best behaviour when your parents visit and do the same for them.

Ask for help – if things are becoming difficult, don’t be too proud to ask your parents for help. They have a lot of life experience.

If your family home does not provide support

Not everyone who leaves home can return home or ask their parents for help in times of trouble. If you have been thrown out of home or left home to escape abuse or conflict, you may be too young or unprepared to cope.

If you are a fostered child, you will have to leave the state-care system when you turn 18, but you may not be ready to make the sudden transition to independence.

If you need support, help is available from a range of community and government organisations. Assistance includes emergency accommodation and food vouchers. If you can’t call your parents or foster parents, call one of the associations below for information, advice and assistance.

Where to get help

Your doctor

Kids Helpline Tel. [phone]

Lifeline Tel. 13 11 44

Home Ground Services Tel. [phone]

Relationships Australia Tel. [phone]

Centrelink Crisis or Special Help Tel. 13 28 50

Tenants Union of Victoria Tel. [phone]

Things to remember

Try to solve any problems before you leave home. Don’t leave because of a fight or other family difficulty if you can possibly avoid it.

Draw up a realistic budget that includes ‘hidden’ expenses, such as bond, connection fees for utilities, and home and contents insurance.

Remember that you can get help from a range of community and government organizations. 

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Keep me updated? xx

[dziady]

self care and beauty tips i learned in Poland

drinking nettle and horsetail tea is really good for your hair

dry skin brushing improves circulation, relaxes and energises you, removes dead skin and cellulite

parsley infused water helps to refresh and whiten the tired, unhealthy looking skin + it brightens undereye circles

AHA and BHA are really good for gentle exfoliation and they help to stay away from the clogged pores

drinking those old lady-ish herbal teas for varicose veins helps generally with fluid retention and puffy face

putting chestnuts into a pillowcase is supposedly a good way to keep bad energy away from your bad + it’s extra relaxing to put your legs on it

shots of the seabuckthorn juice are really good for the immunity

the best hairbrushes are the ones with wild boar bristles

if you have a painful headache, there is a good chance you’re actually dehydrated. dissolve some high-quality salt (i’ve heard that salt from kłodawa does wonders) in a 500ml of water and watch the magic happen

the flax seed jelly is really good way to moisturize dry hair

self-grip hair rollers are wayyyy better to get some curls and volume than all those fancy curling irons 

include fermented foods into your diet. healthy gut=healthy and happy everything else

if you have thin, straight, unbleached hair, just leave them alone, extensive hair care can only make them look worse

syrian aleppo soap or charcoal infused soap are really good for the skin imperfections (i mean the body tho! don’t use soap on your face you can end up crying)

eat loads of root vegetables in the winter to keep yourself grounded. those babes are so underrated

magnesium salt bath is best for sore muscles and stress

coffee grounds + olive oil make really good peeling

russians have really good hair care products, germans have good makeup and body washes. know your neighbours

drinking apple+ parsley juice increases hair growth

eat ginger. it helps with almost everything

extend at least part of your skincare to your neck or even breasts and thank yourself in 30 years

keeping fancy smelling soap in your drawers makes clothes smell nice

castor oil is a holy grail for your eyebrows and eyelashes. but before you put something around your eyes check on a small patch of skin on your hand or sth if you’re not allergic

soups are one of the easiest, healthiest and most comforting foods out there. you can literally make any kind of soup to match your preferences and feed your body with all the good fats, minerals, vitamins and water

[yourfavoritetrophywife-deactiva]

Watch and Learn!

Learning how to thread your eyebrows.

Learning how to tint your eyebrows. 

Learning how to do at home lash extensions. 

Learning how to do your own gel nails.

Learning how to do your own acrylics.

Learning how to wax your body hair.

Learning how to do a full sew in with closure.

Learning how to install your own braids.

Learning how to install a closure wig.

Learning how to exfoliate your own skin.

Learning how to improve your posture.

Learning how to microneedle your skin.

Learning how to edit your Instagram photos. 

Learning how to build a capsule closet.

Learning how to dress snazzily.

Learning how to walk in high heels.

Learning how to choose a perfume. 

Learning how to choose lingerie. 

Learning to improve and work on your femininity.

Learn about interracial dating. 

Learning how to improve the way you speak. 

Learning another language.

Learning about real estate. 

Learning about investing.

Learning how to get a job as a flight attendant.

Learning how to improve your cursive writing.

Learning how to improve your handwriting.

Learning a new makeup style.

Learning a natural makeup look.

Learning to use a claw clip for hairstyles. 

Learning how to curl your hair.

Learning to do a sleek low bun. 

Learning how to straighten your hair.

Learning how to do a Dominican blowout.

Learning how to apply false eyelashes.

Learning how to apply self tanner.

Learning basic sewing.

Learning how to begin Iyengar Yoga.

Learning how to treadmill productively.

Learning to have toned ballet legs.

Learning how to work towards a toned body.

Learning how to make your bum bigger. 

Learning how to understand ballet.

Learning how to understand operatic film.

Learning how to follow a simple ballet.

Learning daily etiquette.

Learning dining etiquette.

Learning how to walk elegantly.

Learning how to emulate Miss Universe. 

Learning about plastic surgery.

Learning how to bartend.

Learning how to open a bottle of champagne.

Learning how to make a cucumber sandwich.

Learning how to make a fresh mimosa.

Learning how to serve tea.

Learning how to tight line your eyes.

Learning how to microblade (NOT AT HOME).

Learning how to choose a designer handbag. 

Learning how to choose designer jewelry.

Learning how to rush a sorority.

Learning about equestrianism.

Learning the basics of skiing. 

Learning how to sail a sailboat.

Learning how to golf.

Learning how to play tennis.

XOXO,

Renata.



[1badbytch]

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[finnglas]

I’m going to give you the best piece of Adult Life Is Hard advice I’ve ever learned:

Talk to people when things go to shit.

I don’t just mean get it off your chest, although that’s good. I mean: Something’s wrong with your paycheck/you lost your job/you had unexpected emergency car repairs and now you’re broke so your credit card payment is late. Like, not just 15 days late. We’re talking, shit got crazy and now you’re 90 days late with compounded interest and late fees and the Minimum Payment Due is, like, $390, and you’ve got about $3.90 in your bank account. Call the credit card company. 

I know it’s scary. I know you feel like you’re going to get in trouble, like you’re gong to get yelled at or scolded for not having your life together. But the credit card company isn’t your parents; they’re just interested in getting money from you. And you can’t squeeze blood from a stone or money from someone who doesn’t have any. So what you do is you call them. You explain you’re experiencing temporary financial hardships, and you’re currently unable to bring your account up to date, but you don’t want to just let it get worse. Can you maybe talk to someone about a payment plan so you can work something out? Nine times out of ten you’ll be able to negotiate something so that at least it’s not just taking a constant, giant shit on your credit score.

- Can’t pay your power bill? Call the power company.

- Can’t pay your full rent? Talk to your landlord.

- Had to go to the hospital without insurance and have giant medical bills looming in your place? Call the hospital and ask if they have someone who helps people with financial hardships. Many do.

- Got super sick and missed half a semester of class because flu/pneumonia/auto-immune problems/depressive episode? Talk to your professor. If that doesn’t help, talk to your advisor.

You may not be able to fix everything, but you’ll likely be able to make improvements. At the very least, it’s possible that they have a list of people you can contact to help you with things. (Also, don’t be afraid to google things like, “I can’t pay my power bill [state you live in]” because you’d be surprised at what turns up on Google!) But the thing is, people in these positions gain nothing if you fail. There’s no emotional satisfaction for them if your attempts at having your life together completely bite the dust. In fact, they stand to benefit if things work out for you! And chances are, they’ll be completely happy to take $20 a month from you over getting $0 a month from you, your account will be considered current because you’ve talked to them and made an agreement, you won’t get reported to a collections agency, and your credit score won’t completely tank.

Here’s some helpful tips to keep in mind:

1. Be polite. Don’t demand things; request them. Let me tell you about how customer service people hold your life in their hands and how many extra miles they’ll go for someone who is nice to them.

2. Stick to the facts, and keep them minimal unless asked for them. Chances are they’re not really interested in the details. “We had several family emergencies in a row, and now I’m having trouble making the payments” is better than “Well, two months ago my husband wrecked his bike, and then he had a reaction to the muscle relaxer they gave him, and then our dog swallowed a shoestring and we had to take him to the emergency clinic, and just last week MY car broke down, and now my account’s in the negatives and I don’t know how I’m gonna get it back out.” The person you’re talking to is aware shit happens to everyone; they don’t need the details to prove you’re somehow “worthy” of being helped. They may ask you for details at a certain point if they have to fill out any kind of request form, but let them do that.

3. Ask questions. “Is there anything we can do about X?” “Would it be possible to move my payment date to Y day instead so it’s not coming out of the same paycheck as my rent?” The answer may be “no.” That’s not a failure on your part. But a good customer service person may have an alternate solution. 

Anyway! I hope that helps! Don’t just assume the answer is “no” before you’ve even begun. There is more help out there than you ever imagined.

[finnglas]

Hey guys, this is an old post, but it’s still relevant, and I thought I’d re-up it for living in COVID times when a lot of people are losing income. Don’t be afraid to toss that in when you call to ask for help! “I’ve experienced a loss of income due to COVID-19″ is gonna be all you need to say for most places, because wow let me tell you how much this is the case. A lot of places are setting up COVID-19 specific relief policies, so this may be even easier than normal. 

Good luck, stay safe, stay inside if you can, and wash your hands. <3 

[jwstudying]

GETTING A JOB CHEAT SHEET!!

perfect resume for someone with no experience

A+ advice on writing cv’s

a guide to writing your resume

how to get a job fast as hell

resume writing tips

jobs and careers masterpost

how to answer interview questions

career and employment masterpost

strong words to use on a resume

34 crucial tips for your next job interview 

how to write a cv

resume cheat sheet

how to write a cover letter

job hunting resources

Find a job in your field

7 questions you should ask at the end of every interview

how to get a job before you graduate

how to be good at interviews

other cheat sheets

[growup-gloup]

Grow Up - Glo Up Tags Masterpost

The tags have been available on the blog site for a while, but I decided to put them in a post that you lovelies can save for future references as well. Enjoy💋 

Bathroom ~ Cleaning and bath time fun

Beauty ~ Skincare, makeup, you get the gist

Bedroom ~ Organization, decorating, and possible relationship advice

Carpe Diem ~ How to get yoself together and become a better person

Cleaning ~ Overall organizations and cleaning tips

Education ~ Your brain is your biggest asset, so feed it

Earth ~ Zero waste, and other things regarding the planet we depend on but treat poorly

Finance ~ Money, and how to get more, and keep what you have for longer

Fitness ~ Get off the bed and keep your body and mind fit

Food ~ Any recipes or food related content

Garden ~ Plants, gardening, and how to develop a green thumb

Glo Up ~ Inspirational glo up pictures and stories

Grounding Box ~ Hobbies and knickknacks to ground yourself with when responsibilities overwhelm you

Health ~ I just want y'all alive and well

Home ~ How to turn your house into a home

Kitchen ~ Y'know that place in the house where you’re supposed to cook and store food?

Languages ~ Learning languages is always fun and good for you

Luxury ~ The finer, more selfish, things in life, because I’m selfish

Mod Musings ~ Just me rambling into the abyss and sharing snippets of my life with strangers on the internet

Mod Stuff ~ Any updates or information I want to tell you guys regarding this blog

Moving ~ We can’t all live in our parents’ basements forever

Parenting ~ Can you believe some of us are responsible for little humans?

Pets ~ They’re basically millennial kids, anyways

Relationships ~ Platonic and romantic

Resources ~ External resources that may be beneficial to you

Reproductive Health ~ Your body, sex, and how to do it right

Safety ~ Stay safe, slay safe

Socialize ~ We all have to talk to other humans at some point

Style ~ Clothes, fashion, just put something on, please

Tech~ Tumblr-related stuff and other technology and internet stuff

Travel ~ The world is your oyster so explore it

Vegan ~ Any recipes or food advice that applies to the vegans as well

Work ~ Unfortunately, capitalism makes the world go round

Writing ~ For the little souls with lots of stories to tell

[flyteestudio]

[thankyoucorndog-deactivated2015]

More tips from my experience:

plain rice goes a long way for meals, and so do dried beans! they usually go for $1/lb at the store

huge bags of potatoes usually go for <$5 at grocery stores, and, when stored properly, they last a long time!

spending a little bit more up front for spices and/or sauces REALLY helps when you’re eating the same plain rice and vegetables every day!

look up ways to make your vegetables last by regrowing or freezing!

check out these subreddits (/r/EatCheapAndHealthy, [check out this post], /r/7DollarDinners, /r/Cheap_Meals, /r/BudgetFood, /r/StudentFood) for more info on eating healthy and cheaply! These help me out a ton!

[missmentelle]

This is a big, giant list of Youtube tutorials that will teach you all the basic life skills you need to know in order to be a functional adult. There are a lot of important skills that aren’t included in this list, but this should be enough of a basic guide to get you started and prevent you from making a total mess of yourself. Happy adulting! Household Skills:

How to unclog a toilet without a plunger

How to fix a blown fuse

How to fix a leaky faucet 

How to clean soap scum from your tub and shower

How to escape from a house fire

How to make a budget and stick to it

How to sharpen a knife

How to clean a self-cleaning oven

How to clean red wine stains from carpet

How to clean blood stains from fabric

How to clean grease stains from fabric

How to do a load of laundry

How to iron your clothes

How to test your smoke detectors

Cooking Skills:

How to tell if produce is ripe

How to know if food is expired 

How to properly sanitize a kitchen

How to cook an egg

How to make rice

How to make pasta

How to put out a kitchen grease fire safely

How to use a gas stove

How to use a convection oven

How to cook meat safely

How to use a stand mixer

How to use kitchen knives properly

How to make mashed potatoes

How to make grilled cheese sandwiches 

Health Skills:

How to stop bleeding

How to treat a burn 

How to do CPR (on an adult)

How to do CPR (on a child)

How to do CPR (on a baby)

How to help someone who is choking

How to save yourself if you are choking alone

How to read a nutrition label

How to treat frostbite

How to recognize when someone is having a stroke

How to maintain a healthy sleep schedule

Mental Health Skills:

How to calm down during a panic attack

How to help someone who is suicidal 

How to meditate 

How to stop self-harming

How to recognize problem drinking

How to choose a therapist

How to deal with disappointment

How to cope with grief

How to raise your self-esteem

Relationship and Social Skills:

How to apologize

How to cope with a breakup 

How to accept criticism 

How to deal with bullying 

How to argue in a healthy way

How to ask someone out

How to break up with someone

How to recognize an abusive relationship

How to rekindle a damaged friendship

How to speak in public

Job Hunting Skills:

How to tie a tie

How to write a resume

How to write a cover letter

How to dress for a job interview (for women/femmes)

How to dress for a job interview (for men/masculines)

How to properly shake hands

How to nail a job interview

Other Skills:

How to sew on a button 

How to hammer a nail

How to change your oil

How to put gas in your car

How to jump-start a car

How to pick a good password

How to back up your files

How to write a cheque

[sacrificethemtothesquid]

If there’s ever anything you want that isn’t on this list…youtube it. Everyone always comments on my handiness, but everything I know comes from an old guy and his iphone.

[adulttalk]

20 Common Interview Questions, What They Really Mean, and How to Smartly Answer Them

This is a sheet given to me by my college’s business department and I thought it was helpful so I’ve typed it up fr you guys. All credits to my college business department.

1. Tell me about yourself. What it means: What are your career goals for the next 1-3 years/5-10 years?

This question might come in different forms, but it is the most often asked question in interviews, especially at the start.  Have a short statement prepared that describes a little about your past, a lot about your present, and a little about your future that essentially answers the question, “Why are we sitting across from each other and talking today?” Be careful that it does not sound rehearsed and be sure you sound excited about the opportunity and fully engaged.  Limit your answer to relevance with the interview. Talk about things you have done that relate to the position you are interviewing for and show strategy in your thinking that led you to this interview.  Start with the item farthest back, work up to the present and touch on the future. Let the recruiter know how this position ties into the career map you have planned. Set the footing to shift from a mundane interview into impactful dialogue.

2. How did you choose this line of work? 

They are looking for people who are strategic and apply critical thinking to decisions. Have a good answer ready, showing passion for the field.

3. Why did you leave your last job? or Why do you want to leave your job? or What did you enjoy/not enjoy about your last job? 

Stay positive regardless of the circumstances.  Don’t refer to a major problem with management and never speak ill of supervisors, co-workers or the company.  If you do, you will be sullied.  Keep smiling and talk about leaving for a hopeful, forward-looking reason (i.e. chance to make an impact, use skills, etc.).

4. What experience do you have in this field? or Why should we hire you? or Give me an example from your experience or education that shows your readiness for this role. 

Speak about specifics that relate to the position for which you are applying.  If you do not have specific experience, get as close as you can (aka make it up). It is critical that you prepare by unpacking your brain, and know how to tie your experiences/skills to the position description. Give them your best pitch and smile!

5. What do co-workers/former employers say about you? 

Be prepared with a quote or two.  Either a specific statement or a paraphrase will work.  “Jamal Clark, a colleague at Smith Company, always said I was the hardest worker he’d ever known.” It is as powerful as Jamal saying it at the interview himself. Trouble answering this? Ask former colleagues and professional friends for their opinions!

6. What do you know about our firm? or Why do you want to work for us? Or Why do you want the job? 

These questions are the primary reason to do research on the organization before the interview.  Find out where they have been and where they are going.  What are the current issues? Who are the major players? Can you get behind their mission? Crucial research includes reviewing their “About Us” webpages, googling current events where they were involved, and looking on Glassdoor.com to get the scoop on positive things their employees are saying. This takes thought and should be based on the research you have done on the organization as a whole plus a mention of the specific position. Know that job description very well! Sincerity is extremely important. Relate response to long-term career goals. A flat answer here may end the interview, so be prepared.

7. What kind of salary do you need? 

It’s a loaded question and a thorny game that you will probably lose if you answer first.  So, try not to answer it. Instead, consider discussing how the experience this opportunity offers is the main compensation you are seeking. Or, if you want the conversation to unfold, try, “What is the pay range someone with my skill set and degree could expect for this position?” In some cases, the interviewer will tell you.  If not, say that it can depend on the details of the job and ask if you can discuss at a later stage in the interviewing process so you more fully understand the responsibilities of the position. If the interviewer presses, be sure you have done your research on appropriate salaries and give a $7k pay range that makes sense for your lifestyle, your experience, your location, and the position. Use salary.com, Glassdoor.com and Bureau of Labor Statistics to do your research.

8. Provide an example of your ability to think quickly and clearly on your feet. 

Companies are looking for innovative thinkers who do not need to be coddled and who truly are up to the challenges of business, most of which require timely, analytical, and creative people. Have a robust STAR** story ready to address this question.

9. Tell me about a time when you helped get a team focused and led them to success. 

You are, of course, a team player, right? Be sure to have examples ready: specific stories that show you often perform for the good of the team rather than for personal success are good evidence of your team attitude.  Do not brag; just say it in a matter-of-fact tone. This is a key point. Use the STAR** method to stay focused and provide a thorough reply.

10. Are you applying for other jobs? 

Be honest but do not spend a lot of time in this area.  Keep the focus on this job and what you can do for this organization.  Anything else is a distraction.

11. Have you ever been asked to leave a position? I

f you have not, say no.  If you have, be honest, be brief and avoid saying negative things about yourself, the people or organization involved. Find the positive spin.

12. What is your greatest strength? Follow Up: Tell me about a time when this professional strength made the difference between success and failure. 

Numerous answers are good, just stay optimistic and truthful.  A few good examples: ability to prioritize, work under pressure, solve problems or focus on projects, perhaps professional expertise, leadership skills, positive attitude, reporting skills… but be able to prove your reply with a STAR** story.

13. What kind of person would you refuse to work with? 

Do not be trivial. It should take disloyalty to the organization, violence, or criminal behavior to get you to refuse to work with a colleague.  Minor objections may label you as a whiner. If the version of this question is, “What type of person do you prefer not to work with?”, again don’t be trivial, lengthy, or negative. Focus on discussing your ability to work well with just about anyone.

14. Tell me about a time when you had an idea to improve a process. 

They are looking to see that you can (a) take enough ownership to even think about improvements, (b) think creatively and challenge norms, © present enhancements to others with emotionally intelligence, and (d) consider risks of change. Have a great STAR** story!

15. Tell me about a problem you had with a supervisor. 

This is a test - If you fall for it and start tearing up an old boss, you failed. Stay positive and either reply that you have not had any trouble with a supervisor if that’s the case, or provide a short STAR** story about how you constructively worked to solve the issue and how your relationship was strengthened as a result. Focus on the happy result!

16. What motivates you to do your best on the job? or What do you expect from your employer?

This is personal - be accurate and honest, yet relevant to the job - but examples for motivation are: Challenge, Achievement, Recognition, Positive Impact, Helping Others. For expectations, you can discuss motivation first and then add something like, “I expect that my employer will communicate her needs clearly so I can drive toward strong results.” Add anything you deem fitting here, but avoid coming off as entitled or high maintenance.

17. Do you have any blind spots or weaknesses? 

Tricky question - Do not reveal personal areas of concern but focus on how you want to grow professionally. In discussing weakness, focus on the BUT, i.e. “In the past I have put a lot of pressure on myself, but I have been overcoming that as my skills sharpen and challenges lessen.”

18. Tell me about a time that you had to analyze several solutions to make a sound decision. 

This question dives into the ability to create a framework for strategic thinking and proves you have a set process to make good decisions. Tell a STAR** story where the situation is not simple and you can give specifics on the pros and cons assessed, the sources of information tapped into, the info gathered, and insights made to come to a conclusion.

19. How do you stay organized? 

Attending to details, planning, organizing, and prioritizing work takes skill. Talk about how you manage your life or work using specific methods, as well as tools you use. You can even provide a STAR** story that speaks to how these qualities led to a success at some point in your life, career, or education.

20. What questions do you have for me? 

Interviews should go both ways. Have about 5 good questions ready to ask so you can gather the information you need to make a well-informed decision. These questions should be informational in nature and allow you to understand the position and company better while reinforcing your interest and enthusiasm. This is not a good time to talk about benefits, pay, etc. That info will come in time.

**The STAR Technique is a way to frame answers to behavioral questions in an organized manner that will give the interviewer the most information about your past experience. (This is the part where the paper says to have at least 10 of these ready but I think that’s insane. Have a couple and be prepared to tweak them based on the question. Don’t use the same few for the same interview. i’d say having about 3-5 ready is good enough.) As you prepare to answer each question, organize your response for clarity by answering each of the following components of the STAR technique:

What was the Situation in which you were involved?

What was the Task you needed to accomplish?

What Actions did you take?

What Results did you achieve?

IMPORTANT TIPS: Give a good amount of detail to paint a very clear picture at each step, focus on YOU versus the group, and if the Result wasn’t very positive or does not place you in a great light, that it is not interview material!

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hello everyone, i’m back with another masterpost! this time it will be focusing on self care and your health, and how to be the best version of yourself. i do not condone eating disorders– this list is simply meant to help you make the best of a bad situation, and stay healthy (as well as offer you some beauty products that are affordable). thanks for supporting my blog! ask me anything or request a post here. enjoy the masterpost! ♥

what vitamins should you be taking?

the healthy weight for your height and age group

bmi calculators [ 1 | 2 | 3 ]

bmr/caloric needs calculator

why you need protein

why you shouldn’t drink diet soda

self care after binging and purging [ 1 | 2 ]

why you should never start purging

benefits of including probiotics in your diet

warning signs to watch out for when fasting

what does it mean when i stop getting my period? [ 1 | 2 ]

medical complications of eating disorders and symptoms [ 1 | 2 | 3 ]

how many calories does it take to gain weight?

physical signs of stress

why you should be drinking tea

low calorie sources of protein

what to do when you feel like purging

free workout videos with calorie counts

PRODUCTS:

wide selections of multivitamins [ 1 | 2 ]

multivitamin for teens

multivitamin for petite women

vitamin for a fast metabolism

calcium supplement

iron supplement

probiotic supplement

melatonin supplement for sleep

fiberone

healthychoice meals

the best apps for health and fitness

hot showers vs cold showers for your hair

hair hacks every girl should know

caring for different types of hair

how to make your hair grow faster [ 1 | 2 ]

caring for long hair

things to know before getting a perm

how an eating disorder damages your hair and how to reverse the damage

why anorexia causes hair loss

PRODUCTS:

keratindose spray to prevent breakage and split ends

repair products for damaged hair

essential oils [ 1 | 2 ]

shea butter conditioning hair repair cream

natural deep conditioner

herbal essences coconut conditioner

moisturizing oil to make your hair grow

showers and your skin

what the different locations of acne mean

how to fix dry skin [ 1 | 2 ]

how to deal with dry skin patches

the different types of skin and how to care for them

your diet and how it relates to your skin

things you can do to prevent acne

how to get rid of acne fast [ 1 | 2 ]

skin care hacks

what to eat for good skin

why drinking water is good for your skin

skin signs in anorexia sufferers

how to prevent acne scars before they form

PRODUCTS:

cetaphil facial cleanser for sensitive skin

vaseline intensive care products

schaf facial cleanser

overnight acne patches

sephora overnight masks collection

garnier cleansing water

blackhead peeling scrub

neutrogena hydro boost

exfoliating mask

simple foaming facial cleanser

blackhead removing nose strips

eucarin daily protection face lotion

steps to get a good night’s sleep [ 1 | 2 ]

how to meditate [ 1 | 2 ]

the skinny girl’s cravings masterlist

keeping your nails looking healthy

chapped lips? no problem

how to hide your dark eye circles with makeup [ 1 | 2 ]

how to achieve beautiful legs

for flawless bare legs

what to expect from eating disorder recovery [ 1 | 2 ]

which type of recovery is right for you? (inpatient, outpatient, partial, or residential)

how to tell your parents you have an eating disorder

what to do if you think you have an eating disorder

causes and cures for insomnia

metabolism boosters [ 1 | 2 ]

the anti-binge checklist

how to overcome a weight loss plateau

PRODUCTS:

softening cuticle oil for brittle nails

hair, skin & nails vitamin

vora fasting app

fabulous app

daylio app

vaseline lip therapy

eyebag repair cream

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[wunderhead]

This is what I do every morning.

You would not believe how much my flexibility has improved - I can now do the forward fold with my palms flat on the floor.

 If you have more time you can hold each pose for 20 or 30 seconds.

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I wrote this article on my blog, but thought it could be great to share it on Tumblr with all of you. So here it is : a HUGE list of 100% healthy smoothies! I hope it will be useful ;) 

Almond

Almond and Orange Smoothie

Elvis Smoothie

Cherry Almond Smoothie

Spiced-Banana Almond Smoothie

Almond Milk and Berry Smoothie

Healthy Almond Butter Smoothie

Apple 

Apple and bananas Smoothie

Carrot-Apple-Ginger Smoothie

Apple-Avocado-Banana-Grape Smoothie

Red Apple Smoothie

Spiced Apple Pie Smoothie (vegan, gluten free)

Apple-Oatmeal-Peanut Butter-Cinnamon Smoothie

Apple Pie in the Sky Smoothie

Apple-Avocado and Mint Smoothie

Apricots

Simple Apricot Smoothie

5 Apricots Smoothies

Apricot-Banana Smoothie

Apricot Peach Smoothie

Apricot Mango Smoothie

Oats and Apricots Smoothie

Apricot Apple Smoothie

Avocado 

Quick Avocado Smoothie

Avocado Blueberry Smoothie

Strawberry Avocado Smoothie

Avocado Banana Kiwi Kale Smoothie

Avocado Mango Smoothie

Avocado Pear Smoothie

Strawberry Avocado Coconut Smoothie

Chocolate Avocado Smoothie

Bananas

Bananas and Peanut Butter Smoothie

Bananas and Kiwi Smoothie

Bananas, strawberries and Flax Smoothie

Bananas and pears Smoothie

Bananas and Mango Shake

Bananas and peach Smoothie

Groovy Smoothie

Banana Blast II

Bananas and Orange Smoothie

Tropical Cooler Smoothie

Carribbean Health Drink

Blueberry 

Wild blueberry Soy Shake

Heavenly Blueberry Smoothie

Very Berry Blueberry Smoothie

Razzy Blue Smoothie

Lemon Berry Smoothie

Blueberry Mint Smoothie

Celery 

Celery Cilantro Smoothie

Celery and Apple Berry Delight

Banana Celery Smoothie

Carrot Celery Orange Ginger Juice

Mango Banana Pineapple Spinach Celery Smoothie

Celery Cucumber and Ginger Smoothie

Cherry 

Cherry-Bananas Smoothie

Cherry Vanilla Almond Smoothie

Cherry Soy Yogurt Smoothie

Cherry Peach Smoothie

Cherry Vanilla Bean Oatmeal Smoothie

Lush Cherry Coconut Smoothie

Chocolate 

Chocolate, Strawberry, Banana Milkshake

Orange Chocolate Breakfast Drink

6 Chocolate Smoothies Recipes

Chocolate Peanut Butter Monster Smoothie

Ultra-Chocolate Smoothie 

Healthy Chocolate Banana Shake

Cinnamon 

Cinnamon Acai Smoothie

Orange Cinnamon Smoothie

Bapple Cinnamon Smoothie

Cranberry Vanilla Cinnamon Smoothie

Wake Up Smoothie

Apple, Peanut Butter, Cinnamon, Oatmeal Smoothie

Citrus 

Citrus Energy-Boosting Smoothie

The Ultimate Citrus Smoothie

Citrus and Spice Smoothie (vegan and Gluten free)

Citrus Berry Smoothie

Healthy Citrus Spinach Smoothie

Tropical MangoCitrus Smoothie

Coconut 

Coconut and Banana Smoothie

5 Minute Vegan Breakfast Smoothie

Coconut Almond Smoothie

Strawberry Coconut Smoothie

Coconut Avocado Smoothie

Key Lime Coconut Smoothie

Coconut Vanilla Almond Butter Smoothie

Creamy Coconut Date Shake (vegan)

Cranberry 

Cranberry-Orange Power Smoothie

Cranberry Smoothie

Cranberry Coconut Smoothie

Cranberry Apple Smoothie

Cranberry Vanilla Cinnamon Smoothie

Cranberry Green Tea Smoothie

Cranberry and Raspberry Smoothie

Fig 

Fig and bananas Smoothie

Mango Banana Figs Smoothie

Vanilla Fig Smoothie

Figs Almonds and Banana Smoothie

Fig Blueberry Not so Green Green Smoothie

Fig, Oats and Banana Smoothie

Ginger 

Ginger Berry Smoothie

Oranginger Smoothie

Banana Ginger Energy Smoothie

Mango Ginger Strawberry Smoothie

Kale Ginger Smoothie

Green Ginger Apple Smoothie

Grapefruit 

Fresh Grapefruit Juice Smoothie

5 Grapefruits Smoothie Recipes

Strawberry Grapefruit Smoothie

Kiwi Basil Grapefruit Anti-inflammatory Smoothie

Kale 

Kale and Banana Smoothie

Kale, Orange, Banana Smoothie

Hala Kahiki Green Smoothie

Kale Spinach and Pear Smoothie

Blueberry Kale Smoothie

Kale Sunrise Green Smoothie

Peacock Kale Smoothie

Kale Banana Chia Superfood Smoothie

Pineapple Mint green Smoothie

Kiwi 

Kinaja Smoothie

Kiwinaberry Cream Smoothie

Kiwi Sensation

Sour Smoothie

Kiwi Pineapple Smoothie

Mango Kiwi Peach Spinach Smoothie

Kiwi Fruit, Ginger, Banana Smoothie

Mango 

Gloomy Day Smoothie

Mango Pineapple Green Smoothie

Mango Peach Smoothie

Pawpaw and Mango Punch

Basil Strawberry Mango Smoothie

Honey Mango Juice

Mango Mint Lassi with Indian Sweet Spices Smoothie

Melon 

Melon Blackberry Smoothie

Melon Lime Cooler

Cantaloupe Yogurt Smoothie

Melon Strawberry Smoothie

Triple Melon Smoothie

Mint 

Thin Mint Green Monster

Banana Mint Slush

Strawberry Mint Green Smoothie

Healthy Choc-Mint Smoothie

Cucumber Apple and Mint Cooler 

Nectarine 

Nectarine Sunshine Smoothie

Cinnamon Nectarine Smoothie

Apple Nectarine Smoothie

Lime Mango and Nectarine Smoothie

Blueberry Nectarine Smoothie

Oatmeal 

Spiced Oatmeal Smoothie

Blueberry Mapple Smoothie

Strawberry Oatmeal Chia Smoothie

Mocha Banana Breakfast Smoothie

Pomegranate Blueberry Oatmeal Smoothie

Ginger Berries and Oats Smoothie

Orange 

Orange Glorious

Orange Snowman

Janie’s Amazing Smoothie

Tropical Pineapple Mango and Orange Smoothie

Orange Push Up Smoothie (vegan, gluten free)

Peach Orange Smoothie

Papaya 

Papaya Surprise Smoothie

Supergirl Summer Smoothie

Banana Papaya and Spinach Smoothie

Papaya Ginger Smoothie

Papaya Ginger Mint Smoothie

Raspberry Papaya Smoothie

Peach 

Peach and Banana Smoothie

Strawberry Peach Smoothie

Ginger Peach Smoothie

Cherry Peach Smoothie

Peach Green Smoothie

Honeyed Peach and Dates Smoothie

Peanut Butter

Peanut Butter and Chocolate Smoothie

Green Banana and Peanut Butter Smoothie

Dairy-Free Peanut Butter and Banana Smoothie

Peanut Butter and Strawberry Smoothie

Peanut Butter Berry Smoothie

15 Healthy Peanut Butter Smoothie Recipes

Pear 

Cinnapear Smoothie

Pear-fect Smoothie

Spinach Pear Ginger Green Smoothie

Pear Ginger Cinnamon Oat Smoothie

Sweet Pear Green Smoothie

Pineapple

C-Blast Smoothie

Pineapple and Banana Smoothie

Pineapple Mango Smoothie

Pineapple Sunrise Smoothie

Tropical Tea Smoothie

Strawberry Pineapple Coconut Smoothie

Pumpkin 

Apple Pie Smoothie

Pumpkin Spice Protein Drink

Pumpkin Peanut Butter Smoothie

Healthy Pumpkin Smoothie

Pumpkin Spice Smoothie

Pumpkin Banana Vanilla Smoothie

Raspberry 

Raspberry and Blackberry Smoothie

Raspberry Fudge Smoothie

Raspberry Mango Smoothie

Orange Raspberry Banana Chia Smoothie

Blushing Apple Smoothie

Berry Kale Smoothie

Rhubarb 

Rosy Rhubarb Smoothie

5 Rhubarb Smoothie Recipes you’ll want to try

Rhubarb Strawberry Smoothie 

Rhubarb Green Smoothie

Berry Rhubarb Smoothie

Spinach 

Spinach and Strawberry Smoothie

Spinach and Kale Smoothie

Green Slime Smoothie

Green Monster Smoothie

Kid Approved Green Smoothie

Strawberry

Strawberry and beet Smoothie

Strawberry-yoghurt Smoothie

Strawberry Oatmeal Breakfast Smoothie

Cool-Off Smoothie

Red, White and Blue Fruit Smoothie

Strawberry, Orange, Banana Smoothie

Quick Start Breakfast Drink

Strawberry-Grapefruit Smoothie

Sweet Potato 

Sweet Potato and Banana Smoothie

Better than Ice Cream Sweet Potato Smoothie

Sweet Potato Pie Smoothie

Luscious Sweet Potato and Almond Smoothie

Refreshing Sweet Potato and Peach Smoothie

Tofu 

Tofuberry Smoothie

Raspberry, Banana, Tofu Shake

Vegan Vanilla Milkshake Smoothie

Blueberry Power Smoothie

Banana Cocoa Soy Smoothie

Watermelon 

Watermelon Bliss Smoothie

Watermelon with a Hint of Mint

Pink Watermelon Smoothie

Watermelon Kiwi Smoothie

Watermelon Yogurt Mint Smoothie

[geochique]

this is beautiful

[herhighnessthequeen]

I want to lose weight and get that slim thick body but idk how

Girl don’t we all.

1. Increase your protein intake, and lower your carb intake. Some high protein, low complex carb snack ideas that are actually tasty: *ham/turkey and cheese rollups *apples and pb *strawberries and pb *berries dipped in yogurt (frozen) *banana and pb (can also be frozen) *turkey jerky *tuna/egg salad with multigrain crackers *grapes dipped in yogurt (frozen) *frozen grapes (taste like candy)

2. Drink ya fuckin water. Cut out anything that isnt water or milk. Don’t drink your calories.

3. Use smaller plates/bowls so you take smaller portions

4. Eat a big breakfast, and have at least three meals a day.

5. Have a cheat day every week or two for tasty treats.

6. Exercise hoe💪 To lose weight and build muscle, do weight-bearing exercises like squats, pushups, situps, lunges, planks, pullups, crunches, etc. To keep your heart healthy and make sure you don’t get tired from exercising so easily, do cardo exercises like running, walking, jogging, jumping jacks, jump rope, etc. DO A MIX OF WEIGHTS AND CARDIO FOR FULL BODY HEALTH AND MAXIMUM WEIGHT LOSS; DO NOT IGNORE ONE FOR THE OTHER.

7. A lot of people will tell you you can’t target weight loss to certain areas, and they’re right to an extent; what you CAN do is build specific muscles in certain areas to ensure less fat buildup and quicker fat use in those areas.

8. For your waist and abs: crunches, sit ups, planks, side planks, and side leans (hold a weight in one arm, have your arm resting on your hip. Slowly lean laterally towards the side with the weight, and then slowly bring yourself back up)

9. For dat ass: squats, lunges, jumping jacks, planks, walking, jogging, running, burpees

10. For legs: squats, lunges, jumping jacks, planks, wall sits, walking, jogging, running, calf raises, burpees

11. For arms and chest: pull ups, push ups, planks, side planks, bicep and tricep curls, deadlift

12. For back: pull ups, push ups, planks, sit ups, deadlift, burpees

13. Stretch before and after each workout, and stay hydrated.

14. Have at least one rest day per week.

15. Never go grocery shopping while hungry. You’ll be less likely to buy junk food, and it’ll save you some money.

16. Have a bomb ass playlist to workout to, and switch up songs with every couple of weeks so you don’t get bored.

17. Switch up your workout routine every 3 months or so, to avoid your body plateuing (this is when your body gets used to the exercises and stops losing weight so fast).

18. Have patience. Weight loss and health takes *time*

Good luck sis, love thyself regardless of what weight you are or how you look. Be the best that you can be💖

[yournewapartment]

Got any advice for food on a budget? I don't have much money. Even ways to spice up ramen will help.

Eating On A Budget

- Buy Bulk. My number one tip for budgeting food is to BUY IN BULK. Instead of buying a chicken breast, buy eight and individually wrap them in plastic wrap. Freeze what you’re not going to eat within the next two days, and defrost as needed.

- Cook Bulk. Make a large pot of chili, soup, or your favorite pasta sauce. Buy plastic containers at Walmart and portion out your meals. Freeze them all! I do this with my pasta puttanesca sauce, I make it once every six months and cook enough to last.

- Store Brands. There are cheap knock off brands of everything from Cheez-Its to Quaker Oats. They’ll be anywhere from $1-$3 cheaper than the brand names. On a similar note, store brand cleaning supplies is about $5 cheaper than the name brands! Don’t judge them before you try them.

- Store Cards. My Stop & Shop card gives me a gas discount, and other store cards offer similar perks. Store card + store brands = ridiculous savings.

- Avoid Organics. Like I said in my last Adulting post, I’m not paying $4 for a cucumber unless it can clean my apartment and sing Jazz standards. Buy vegetables, but avoid anything labeled “organic”.

- Mixed Greens. Avoid buying “mixed greens” unless you’re going to eat them within a day or two, these have a very short shelf life. Instead, buy a head of lettuce or a bushel of kale.

- Frozen Produce. Stock your freezer with bags of peas, carrots, fruit, etc. These will defrost easily in your soups and are good if you run out of ice packs.

- Dollar Stores. They have really weird brands of chips and pasta and really poor quality paper towels, so don’t expect to do you entire shop here. However, they sell bulk tomato sauce, six packs of ramen, tuna fish and other wonderful things for under a dollar. My local Dollar store sells tubes of capers for a dollar when just down the street my organic supermarket sells them for upwards of $5.

- Buy Fruit. Specifically, BUY IN BULK at your local chain supermarket. My boyfriend and I have been throwing back those Cara Cara oranges like nobody’s business. Fruit is great for quick breakfasts, snacks, and a healthy alternative to downing a pint of Ben and Jerrys.

Budget-based cookbooks (online recipes)

- College Student Cookbook. Click here.

- Meals On The Go. Click here. (Not a cookbook, but super helpful)

- Broke College Kid Masterpost. Click here.

- Cooking on A Bootstrap. Click here.

- Good and Cheap. Click here.

- Budget Bytes. Click here.

It’s also worth checking out my “eating on a budget” tag.

Also, please check out “Pimp Your Ramen” for ramen-related hacks!

Good luck! XX

[adulttalk]

Blog Recommendations

Hey guys! I wanted to make a post of some of my favorite adulting blogs to share with you guys. In no particular order, here we go!

Your New Apartment: Loves of my life. They post about a plethora of things like finding a job or apartment, taking care of pets, safety, and cooking. They have an amazing, enormous index based on topic and an FAQ page for quick answers to their most common questions. Still active.

Bitches Get Riches: Your badass tumblr moms who are gonna teach you everything you need to know about money and finances. They can teach you how to budget, which retirement plan to pick, how to ask for a raise, how to tackle debt. Honestly, what can’t they teach you about money? The answer is nothing. They know it all. Also, they don’t just answer asks. They also write amazing, witty articles that are a great read even if you’re not looking for help on that particular topic. Still active.

Her Highness the Queen: Her name is no lie. Truly a queen. Posts about all of your self-care needs. Queen gives relationship advice, sex advice, workout ideas, self-improvement (glow up) tips, and school/college advice. Honestly doing the lord’s work. Still active.

Queen of Apricity: Wow another fantastic queen. Queen of Apricity offers advice on school/college, language learning, and self love and positivity, all among her funny posts about her day-to-day life. Still active.

Creating Bliss: Honestly bringing bliss into my life with their posts about self-care, skin care, positivity, and self-improvement. Always motivating me to continuously improve myself. Also offers sex and general life advice. Still active.

Hoe Tip Collections: Honestly an amazing blog dedicated to talking about things a lot of people are afraid to ask when it comes to sex and other related topics deemed too taboo to talk about by society. Also posts about makeup and skincare. Mostly inactive but their archive is loaded with useful advice.

Reference for Writers: One of my newest follows but my love for them is not to be underestimated. THE blog for writing help whether it be for a novel or for an essay. Inactive but again, the resources contained within this blog are astounding.

Emma Studies: Wow a beautiful, aesthetic studyblr that keeps it real when it comes to studying/school expectations presented by studyblrs versus the real thing. Emma not only writes amazing posts about studying, bullet journaling, and other school related subjects, bu she also makes printables such as calendar wallpapers, planners, and group project organizers (some free and some not) for your use. Still active.

College Coward: A mind-blowing blog teaching you how not to be a coward when facing the ups and downs of college and sudden adulthood. Answering all things about applying to and entering college including scholarships, student loans, and studying, oh my. Still active.

And we’ve made it! All of these blogs are people I follow and probably frequently reblog from or link to their posts in asks I get. All opinions I’ve stated here are my own (none of us have money to be bribing anyone else, lol). Anyways, never worry again with all of your Tumblr Adults looking after you. 

All the love xx

[cyborgsmanifesto]

hair master post

easy hairstyles with braids

homemade hair treatments

find the right type of shampoo

waxing vs. shaving 

bleaching your hair

home remedies for dandruff

taming frizzy hair

find the right flat iron

best at home hair dye

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