Michael Bublé~Have yourself a merry little Christmas

Liezel!

I got a surprise call from someone and it was from LIEZEL, fresh from Dubai!!! She's in the Philippines already kala ko next week pa. I was really surprised.

We've been friends/sisters/family since elementary in UIPS. I'm feeling nostalgic now.

I'm excited to see her!!!!! :D :D :D

Necklaces

So Ethnic. I got this from Tiendesitas for only Php 100.

Hand-me-down. It is a fancy necklace I'll use as a bracelet, instead.

Inner Makeover

I love reading self- help and lifestyle materials because I find them helpful.  One thing I like about them is its ability to motivate me to give an inner makeover a try.

The concept of  Hurting people hurt people. Loving people love people. was an ah ha! moment for me.  Finally, something had sparked an interest in me to actually get up and do something. "Law of Action." 

Going back to the concept, it took me a while to grasp its meaning. But reflecting about it over and over, I think I understand it more.

It is saying that what we feel inside is going to reflect in our attitude towards life and other people - just like a mirror. 

True enough,

If we're angry inside, we are angry to people.
If we're hurt, we hurt people.
If we talk to ourselves negatively, we talk negatively about others, too.

But,
If we're kind to ourselves, we are kind to people.
If we respect ourselves, we respect people.
If we love ourselves, we love those around us, too.

The list goes on.

This is going to be a lot of work but I'm willing.

So, I've started taking notes of things I find helpful. And this is why, I keep a notebook solely for it.

I'm enjoying this, it's like taking an online course on self-improvement, for free. Thanks to the internet! I have been doing for as long as I can remember, I think I'm learning a lot.
 

Theories first; Implementation next.

Links:

http://www.marcandangel.com

http://liveboldandbloom.com

http://www.elegantwoman.org

http://livethecharmedlife.com/

http://www.thesimplyluxuriouslife.com/

http://zenhabits.net/archives/

http://www.oprah.com

Tumblr: Inspiration

This just inspires me every time.

Be your best self. Better than you were yesterday. - Unknown

Nice. :)

The sum of its parts. One of my favorite scenes from the movie, Flipped.

These flowers remind of flowy fabrics. I can see this as a dress. *inspired*

My cup of tea

I've decided to go back to drinking tea for two reasons: I feel like I'm always in the mood to be creative; and, I feel I have better disposition when I drink it

I'd drink anything as long it's not fragrant.

Here are some of the benefits of tea.

Michael Bublé - Grown Up Christmas List.

Habits

I read before that it takes 21 days to form or break a habit and I have not forgotten that ever since. 

In 2011, I gave it a shot. I started being so general about it until it became more specific later on. 

From I would change my life to I would change my lifestyle to I would change my routines to I would change my habits; until, I asked, What specific habit did I want to change?

My illustrated list

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To learn to say NO - one habit at a time.

No to bad sleeping habits (It was a struggle because I was a nocturnal.)

No to cigarettes (I admit, it was the hardest.)

No to cursing/swearing (...or at least lessen it.)

No to drinking too much (It was easy.)

No to negative self-talk (Hard yet doable. I'll get there.)

No to instant and too much coffee (I'm sleepy all the time but it's fine.)

No to stress (It just means I must learn how to handle it with ease and grace.)
No to resigning (OSRP is my 5th, that explains it.)

How about you, what habit would you like to form or break? Why not try the 21 days and see what happens? It just might work for you, too. Who knows? :)

Goodnight

I liked it a lot so I made my own version (see below)

I was in the mood to be creative tonight. If you like it, feel free to get it. :)

Little Audrey (again)

Look Audrey and Little Audrey

To refine and improve

I love this quote so much.

True enough, improving our lives and focusing on our strengths will definitely keep us busy, fulfilled and genuinely content.

If we strive to become a better person, we treat other people better, too. I think that reason is more than enough to be inspired to refine ourselves and to improve our lives.

My Wishlist

I've been lusting for this since last year. FOUND a version of this in AC+632 for Php699. 

Tory Burch + Animal Print = Perfect Flats! . FOUND a version of this I can afford! Finally! :D

This Hair. DONE! 11/9/12

Peppermint Lip Balm

After looking for a minty lip balm... finally, I found one in Beauty Bar.

First, I was drawn by the color; second, I saw "Peppermint" in the packaging; third, it was only
Php 65.

So, I bought it. :)

HumanHeartNature. Pro-Philippines. Pro-Poor. Pro-Environment

The Simply Luxurious Life: 16 Ways to Get Out of Your Own Way

The Simply Luxurious Life: 16 Ways to Get Out of Your Own Way

Repost: Coincidence or fate?

c/o Tumblr

Personalized gifts for beautiful friends

I'm thinking... one color per friend. :)

My works + colorful frames

To be given to three beautiful ladies. :)

More to come! :)

I'm committing to DIY gifts this year.

Good to see you

Don't remind me of the past. I'm not there anymore.

Good to see you.

The Fruit... Wall Art by Me

Look!

Look what I found. A picture similar to one of my favorite pictures (ever) with friends. :D

Desk in the office

Katipunan with Nats and Johanna

Bonding with two of my best friends. 9 years of friendship (and counting)!

We miss you Cloe!!!