Life

Something has gotten into me. Something great. I call it “Hardcore Happiness” I’ve always said “You can’t live a positive life with a negative mind,” which is true.

Okay, so I’ll tell you the truth… I’ve been dealing with this health issue that I am not 100% okay with talking about it openly yet, but I’m learning to deal with it and telling myself that everything is going to be okay. Yes, I get super anxious at times and I don’t really know what to expect because as of now I am playing the waiting game and not sure what it could turn into. I also begin to feel overwhelmed at times, but you know what? If I just sit here and worry all day, I won’t really enjoy the “NOW” — for this very reason it’s why I am not a huge fan about talking about it all the time. Though I may be dealing with this, I’m not dealing with it alone and I love my family, close friends and boyfriend for being there for me when I needed them and how they continue to be a great support system. XO Words cannot express how much I love them.

It’s all about enjoying your loved ones and being kind to everyone. You never know who may have it worse than you do. Some people take for granted of what and who they have in their life which blows my mind. I am fortunate enough to have such great people in my life who love and care about me. It’s all the little things that you may not notice which mean a lot… at least to me they do.

For example:
“Good Morning”
“How was your day?”
“Be careful”
“Text me when you get home so I know you’re safe”
“Sweet dreams”
“How are you?”
“I hope you’re feeling better”
“Have a good day today!”
“I miss you”
“Good night”…
“Can you come over?”
“Can I come over?”
“Can I see you?”
“Can I call you?”
“You’re beautiful”
“Want something to drink?”
“Watch your step”
“Let’s watch a movie”
“What are you up to?”
“How is your day so far?”
“It will be okay”
“I’m here for you”
“Do you need anything?”
“Are you hungry?”
“I just wanted to hear your voice”
“You just made my day”

You don’t have to hear “I Love You” to know that someone does. Listen carefully. People speak from the heart more often than you think
I hope this post makes you realize how precious life is and to pay close attention to those around you. Quit bashing what you hate, promote what you love and keep it moving people; life doesn’t stop for anyone.

Until next time,
Dee

Mirror, mirror on the wall, who is the thinnest one of all?

There is such an obsession over what the ideal woman body figure should look like. But why!? Either you are too skinny, too fat and if you’re in between then girl, you better tone it up. UNDER CONSTRUCTION. That is what the woman body is, I mean it can also be for men, but I’m focusing on women right now. Do you notice that most ads from the media are targeted at women? The media has a great way of delivering messages whether it is through ads, commercial, magazines and even in social media which leads to targeting a wide range of an audience. Those who are considered to be skinny also struggle because now they are being used as the stereotype and in reality, some of them are trying to gain weight. Trust me, I know some women who try to gain weight and I know some who are trying to lose weight; the struggle is practically the same. Now, have you heard of the thigh gap?

 

You would have to lose and EXCESSIVE amount of weight so that there would be an actual gap between your thighs. This is supposed to be “sexy”. Well, at least Beyoncé agrees that the thigh gap isn’t a problem…. but what if social media didn’t exist? How do you think things would be? Because I know that the media sure has a way of trying to put different ideals in our head and not just about weight; the list goes on. This is just an example and some thinking that I was doing earlier. I think where I am trying to get with this is that everyone is different shapes and sizes and it should be embraced. I hate hearing stories of women trying to lose weight or “be fit” and end up with some type of eating disorder. I personally have been struggling with weight and I try to be as positive as possible. I’ve had crazy thoughts run through my head at times, but I remember that patience is key. I just feel like there is this constant pressure with the way society has been built and delivering certain messages. Anywho, I am done ranting….for now.