#2pretty

[ilovegossipgirlxo]

the biggest piece of advice i could give to someone who is wanting to lose weight, is genuinely just to eat healthy. and i’m not talking about sugar free fat free processed shit, i’m talking real healthy, pure foods. i have been on HUNDREDS of diets, keto, paleo, low carb, calorie deficit, and i have not stuck with any of them at all, and they haven’t done a thing for me, expect make me faint, weak, anxious and self hating. bit to mention how unhealthy diets are for your health, there are countless health issues that will likely come along with them. whereas, when just simply eating healthy, you feel more rejuvenated, energised, and you are majorly bettering your health instead of the other way around, eating healthy just makes the weight drop off of you, and it will feel like shit at first, but you get used to it, and once your tastebuds reset, you will start craving healthy food. give me 5 days, and you will already feel lighter, 4 weeks, already more confident, and oh by 8 weeks, it’s called unrecognisable. if you want to faster the process, go to the gym if you can, walking is great, but if you want to burn more fat and calories faster, treadmill then targeting certain areas of your body for each day at the gym will transform you. my treadmill routine is absolutely elite, i give credit to it for so much of my weight loss, and if ur not a runner like me, don’t fret, it’s gonna make u sweat and burn, but not unbearable. lmk if u want me to make a post on that routine. but remember, the end goal should always be health, and please make sure not to take weight loss too far and eat 3 meals per day at least with snacks, another thing i love about eating healthy, i can eat as much food as i want and i will actually feel full and satisfied. if you slip up, DO NOT worry, on my journey, i succumbed and ate that chick fil a, or had some ice cream, and guess what, i still lost weight, because i didn’t obsess over it, i just thought, that was really good, and continued to eat healthily again, because let’s face it, we are all human. hope this helps <3

[dreamgrlarchive]

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[itsroxie]

So your parents suck?

Okay, so you’re starting from scratch, you can’t cook, you don’t know what career you’re interested in, you lack skills that your parents should have taught you, and your finances aren’t in order. Worst of all, you don’t know where to begin 👀. Well, I got a list of books for you.

( most of the books listed have visuals)

These are 10 must-have books that’ll help you maneuver through life!

1. “The Self Care prescription” by Robyn L. Gobin, Ph.D ⭐️ MUST HAVE ⭐️  (Amazon)

Self-care is important. If you don’t know where to start this book was made for you. It will clear up any confusion you may have about self-care, and how it looks. It also addresses mental health and teaches you skills on how to deal with real-life issues. The author also has a journal you can purchase alongside this book. (Amazon link)

2. “Infographic guide to Personal Finance” by Elisabeth Lariviere and Michele Cavan, CPA (Amazon)

All the financial advice you need in one book. It has a range of topics from debt to investing, buying property, and budgeting. This book is easy to understand and has lovely graphics.

3. “How to be a person” by Catherine Newman (Amazon)

All the skills you need to be a functioning human being are in this book. I recommend this book for people who didn’t have a lot of guidance growing up. “How to be a person” will fill you in on the basics. It tells you how to tip people, do laundry, send mail, and make your bed. It also has some easy recipes and a lot more. It’s a great starter book for those who genuinely don’t know where to begin!

4. “Atomic Habits” by James Clear (Amazon)

If you are looking to break a habit or start a new one this book is a bestseller and highly recommended. It can also be helpful for those who struggle with motivation, making changes, etc. Before reading this book, I had difficulty getting back on track after a break. Since reading Atomic Habits, I've been able to stay consistent with my goals and overcome moments of doubt. Once you’ve read Atomic Habits I would suggest purchasing @2pretty 12-month dream girl guide. It can help you keep track of the habits you want to master and the steps you plan on taking to accomplish your goal. It’s also a cute journal 🥰.

5. “Budgeting 101” by Michele Cavan, CPA  (Amazon)

A very detailed book explaining everything you need to know about budgeting, saving, and investing. It also has a couple of tips.

6. “Home EC for everyone” by Sharon & David Bowers (Amazon)

All the life skills you need are in this book. It covers cooking, laundry, sewing, and other domestic skills. Home EC has recipes, a list of supplies, and how-to’s on cleaning, setting tables &, etc. This book is amazing. It’s been my favorite purchase this year. It starts with the easy stuff like boiling water 😭 and cracking an egg, but it gets into other info like getting gum out of carpet, how to hem a skirt, reading laundry symbols, making beef stew, and brining meat, just to mention a few.

7. “Getting from college to career” by Lindsey Pollak (Amazon)

If you need advice on preparing for interviews, working on your resume, getting real-world experiences, and finding job opportunities. I couldn’t suggest a better book. It has other topics and is great for anyone who needs advice while they're looking for a job, but it is catered to college graduates.

8. “Adulting made easy” by Amanda Morin  (Amazon)

Budgeting, insurance, getting a job, KEEPING a job, safe social media usage, living situations, and a few other life skills are all mentioned in “adulting made easy”. I love this book and started including it in my gift package for friends and family members going to college or moving out, it’s such a great resource.

9. “The driving book” by Karen Gravelle (Amazon)

This book is geared towards new drivers, but I believe it has some great information for everyone. It tells you what to keep in your car, how to take care of it, and how to drive in different areas. Such as the freeway, the countryside, etc. 

10. “Careers the ultimate guide to planning your future” (Amazon)

This book has a range of careers, some requiring just trade school or associates, others needing a doctorate. With such a range, you’ll be sure to get an idea of what career you might be interested in. It also has a rank on the salary you’ll be making from each opportunity listed.

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Now I am all for reading and gathering information but please be sure to put the tips you learn to use. 

I’ll try to make a version of this that has online readings or links. I know some people don’t like books or don’t have space for books so if I find any articles I’ll make a post 🤍

♡ xoxo Mrs.Degree ❣️

p.s just cuz you didn’t learn these skills as a kid doesn’t mean your parents suck I just picked that as a header.

[ilysierra]

I don’t get the hype of not aging. Everywhere I go I see Anti-aging content, and “I look so much younger because of blah blah blah”. Why are all of you so afraid of growth? Sorry but I’d rather live with the proof of a fun and love-filled life than worry about removing their marks. I’d rather grow old and carefree, than worrying about if I still look 18-20. Why would I want to remove the reminder of a life well lived just for a plastic finish? At the end of the day I’m not gonna care if I have wrinkles or saggy skin, I’m gonna be happy I loved and learned and failed and got back up, with all these scars gained along the journey. And I’m gonna think, “wow I had so much fun throughout my whole life”. So like, don’t get rid of the memories, you’re supposed to have them, remember them and cherish them. They all have a story to tell.

[strawberryscentedkisses]

Social media is draining me soooo much currently and has been truly exhausting. Talking to an old ‘friend’ online has affected me a lot mentally but also motivated me to take a break and focus on myself and self improvement. I’m going to plan for a few days and then next week, as of Monday, I’ll be taking a break from socials (including tumblr). I need space to breathe and overcome and forget and heal. 🫶 During my break I will be following the rules of 2pretty’s nun mode challenge, although I’m currently unsure if I’ll be doing the whole 100 days. I’ll be putting some posts in queue for then!!

Actually so excited to heal. 🩷

[linseia]

I don't regret a lot of things in life, but I do regret ever thinking I could fix someone and to have wasted even a second trying to. People either want to change and better themselves or they don't. There's nothing you can do. Let them be.

[sweeterdreams]

Dream girl 2022

Inspired by @2pretty 💕

She’s well spoken.

How? Read at least one book every month, listen to a lot of Ted talks and podcasts.

She’s confident and has her own opinions.

How? Challenge yourself to say what’s on your mind, give less importance to what others think.

She takes care of her appearance and is always well groomed.

How? Always have your hair/ nails/ brows and lashes done. Figure out a good skincare routine. Never leave the house without perfume. Learn about your body and figure out your style.

She takes care of her body.

How? Go to the gym and follow a vegetarian diet most of the time.

She knows how to dance and move her body.

How? Go to dance class, learn about posture.

She’s a feminine and free spirit.

How? Learn about the 7 chakras. Get in tune with your self, enjoy your own company. Let go.

She has long and healthy hair.

How? Follow the capillary schedule, use less heat, embrace your natural natural texture, get highlights, get natural treatments, cut your split ends.

She’s in med school.

How? STUDY HARD

[stuckinthe00s]

Inspired by @2pretty, I’ve decided to create my own personal organization binder. I named it “Rich Bitch Things” hence the theme of my blog 😌 My tabs include personal (lifestyle, routines, goals, & schedules), wishlist (things I’m going to save up & buy) , cleaning (home maintenance, tips & tricks to keep a clean home, & interior design) recipes (breakfast, lunch, dinner, dessert, & drinks), secretarial (important documents that I need in my life, resumés, etc)

Thank you so much for giving me this idea, my life is going to be so organized & together 💕