Author: Notably Naeilah

Declaring what your day will be like from the second you wake up is crucial in having a productive day.

During my freshmen year of college, I had a professor one tell me the importance of making your bed every morning. He explained that this simple task can help one feel accomplished as they would have already done something with their first waking moments. Executing something that early on is a driving force to continue getting things done.

Creating a good morning routine will allow for simple tasks, such as making your bed, to turn into a subconscious habit. Every morning, I start my day by listening to my playlist titled “Tap In.” This playlist features songs that make me feel motivated, happy, and just that chick.

It’s showtime!

I have been involved in my school newspaper called the Daily Aztec for over a semester now. The Daily Aztec is a student run organization that gives hands on experience in journalism. I have been able to gain skills in the broadcasting industry which has been fulfilling thus far.

Last semester, I was apart of the Daily Aztec’s multimedia group. This group included the producing and editing of video packages to post on the official web page. Those working in multimedia had to shoot, edit, and write video scripts in its entirety.

Every girl loves the feeling of finding a place they can call their beauty home.

Between getting one’s hair, eyebrows, lashes, waxes and/or nails, the process of finding a home for each service includes a lot of trial and error as there are several of factors that play a part in deeming a place your new beauty home. Having a go-to spot ensures the feeling of liberation post-appointment.

Moving to the west coast forced me to go on a journey of finding new go-to spots. Luckily for me, California is heavily influenced by beauty. This has allowed me to successfully float around different salons to explore while still getting the feeing of being enhanced after leaving the salon.

It is very important for find your groove that makes you feel balanced and at ease. For me, self-care encompasses various forms of pampering. This consists of nails, hair and skin care.

For me, self-care encompasses various forms of pampering. This consists of nails, hair and skin care. For the past week I have treated myself to a self-care special.

Throughout the week, I have pampered myself in the ways described below:

“Hot Girl Summer so you know she got it lit.”

What a movement hot girl summer has been. My idea of a “Hot Girl Summer” is all about embracing one’s full self. The key to this is to be your raw self without caring about what other people have to say about you.

MeganTheeStallion coined this phrase and has been the face behind the movement encouraging both girls and boys to live their best lives. The refreshing part about this movement is that there are no rules.