Why You Need To Drink More Water

The past couple of weeks, I have been unwell. Body aches, sore eyes, stomach cramps, feeling feverish and just overall unwell. The funny thing was I was completely fine one minute and not the next. I thought it was just me, tired from a long night. I went to work like normal and I was still feeling feverish. I went home, took some medication, had a hot porridge for dinner and slept early. Next day, I felt slightly better but still feverish, but I could somehow sense that my body wasn't fighting whatever I was getting as fast as it should. So I went to see a doctor, I explained to her what was happening to my body. At that point, I developed a cold sore - That was a sign of something viral in my body. She asked me to take a urine test to see if I was drinking enough water. Test results showed that I was hydrated. Really hydrated.

10 Good Beauty Habits To Pick Up

Here are some good beauty habits to pick up that won't change your lifestyle or routine. Okay, maybe a little but once you pick these habits up, trust me. Your face and body will thank you for it.

12 Beauty Tips I Wish I Knew Sooner (Not Years Later)

I am a long time beauty lover. There are some things where I learned from friends and family, some I learn from the internet and some I picked up myself. The things I learned by trial and errors are some of the things I wished I knew sooner. These are some of the things where it's the smallest changes that make a significant difference. Don't you hate that? I am super grateful for the tips I found over the years and here I am sharing it with you.

8 Tips On How To Save Money

Since I started working last year, I have been trying to build a healthy savings account. Having to switch on my "adult" mode - I didn't know there are so many things a 20 something adults needs to save money for - a car, a house, wedding and the occasional holidays. Now, with the horrible financial turmoil Malaysia is going through now, everything is so expensive! Things that were affordable are double in price. Suddenly, I find myself working out ways to save money while trying to afford a trip to see Don, hang out with my girlfriends and enjoy life. 

Here are some ways I save money:

14 Bad Beauty Habits

As much as I pride myself a beauty junkie with good habits. I lied. I have so many bad habits that it is a shame to call me a beauty lover. I know the importance of keeping good makeup habits and sometimes preach it to my girlfriends. Just like anyone else, I too fall off the wagon and don't practice what I preach. 

Below are some of my bad beauty habits that I am not proud of

16 Things To Tell Yourself Everyday

This post is for those who is having a hard week and struggling with whatever that is worrying you. There are days when I get haunted by things people indirectly say to me or feel like I am not working hard enough as compared to my friends who earn way more. I try my best to stay optimistic and positive, it can get a little hard. Every time I feel all of the above, I give myself a pep talk to feel invisible.

Here's are some of my favourite pick-me-ups.

4 Way To Do A Makeup Detox

As a beauty junkie, my makeup collection can get a little excessive. It has become a little overwhelming for me since I hardly wear a full makeup face. My daily routine consists of me sitting in an office the whole day and going home to sleep. There isn't a need for me to wear a full face makeup to work unless I go out and meet clients. Over the years, my collection has (quietly) grown and so has my style. I used to love wearing dark smokey eyes, bold lips and thick eyeliners. Now I prefer to wear no-makeup makeup and keeping everything simple and fresh looking. I have many unused makeups and I am finding it really hard to let it go! I have an emotional attachment to them, but I need to grow up and let things go, starting with my makeups. 

Here are my tips on how I went on my makeup detox:

5 Simple Steps To Get Out From A Rut

I have been in a rut for the past few weeks. I've been so uninspired and demotivated to do anything. My room and laundry can be proof that I have not been in the mood to do anything! Laundry waiting to be folded. My makeup table is full of makeup that needs to be put away. My desk. Let's not go there. Thank god, I am sane enough to bring down my dirty laundry for washing. This rut that I have been in is also making me have a writer's block. I usually have my blog post entries written and scheduled a week in advance. By doing this, it gives me time to do research, edit photos and etc for the following week's posts. Ever since I got home from my visit to see Don. I was severely suffering from post-holiday blues. It was so hard to leave to Perth and come back to gloomy, hazy KL. I needed to do something about this rut and slowly picked myself up. 

Here's are 5 simple steps to get out from a rut

How To Handle Your FOMO

In the simplest explanation, FOMO means Fear of Missing Out. Having fomo means have the fear of missing out on social events, things happening, having the latest things or posts seen on social media. 

I personally think that smartphones and social media are the cause of FOMO. Everyone is constantly updating things and people are feeding off from it. If you're not in tuned with the latest celebrity gossip, product out, looked at what that girl or that guy is up to on IG or watched the latest video within hours of it being launched. You are missing out! News on social media hype so fast like a paparazzi spotting a celebrity in a skort and die down equally as fast! There is a constant pressure to be on top of things and show off to people what a great life you have. Your amazing holiday photos, your #relationshipgoals photos and delicious meals at fancy restaurants.

Advice for Long Distance Relationships: Don't Do It!

I am in a long distance relationship and I don't encourage you to be in one.

I won't sugarcoat it and anyone in a long distance relationship will also say that same. IT SUCKS BIG TIME. It's not awesome. It's not fun. It's emotionally draining. It's lonely. I especially don't encourage it for people who are in their teens and early 20s (Let's call them "prime years" for the sake of this post, I know everyone has different ages of "prime years"). I feel like long distance (relationships) are done because the couple has to go through it. It's not something you do because you want to. It's because you have to. It's almost like a trap. Now, why would you want to put yourself in a theoretical trap? When you're in your prime years, you're still learning about yourself. You're not 100% sure of what you want.

6 Things To Do By Yourself When You Are In Long Distance Relationship

Don was in town for a few weeks and we had the best time! We hung out with each other, ate amazing food and even went on a weekend trip to Bangkok. But all good things have an end, my baby had to return to Australia for work. So, it's back to single but in a relationship life. Back to doing things solo. I have no problem doing things alone. It may feel a little weird to be having a meal or doing something solo (like doing a day trip) but it's actually very gratifying. There is nothing wrong with hanging out on your own rather than choosing not to go out with your friends on the weekends. Having a few hours or a whole day to yourself once in a while to recharge and spend some time to get to know yourself can be good for your soul. Being independent and learning to love being in your own company, especially when you are in a long distance relationship can tremendously help your relationship, here are six things you can do by yourself.

10 Things To Do When You Feel Like Crap

Been crappy and upset over something that I have no control over. I hate that being in a situation where you feel so helpless and there’s nothing you can do. I hate it when I feel down because people around me will get the wrath of unhappy Kay. My poor friends and poor Don! When I am feeling down, I try not to dwell on the feeling. I think being unhappy does not benefit anything! I always find things to do or surround myself with happiness and positivity. Like below...

5 Ways To Stay Motivated When You Are In a Fitness Rut

I know working out can sometimes feel like a chore. It's so hard to get yourself motivated and feel good about yourself. All you want to do is curl up on your bed, cuddle your cat and watch Netflix. I know how it feels. Once upon a time, that was me. I have a big problem. I love food. I love eating good food. Most of the time my definition of eating good food also means... accidentally eating too much. I am very much aware that abs are made in the kitchen, but life is too short to be eating ONLY healthy food!! I want my Nasi Lemak breakfast. I want my beef bowl for lunch. Tom yam with hot rice for dinner. After that, rub my belly and go into a food coma.

Well, such is life. But I can't. I have this thing called low metabolism stopping me. In order for me to eat, I must work out. I either play futsal, yoga or random fitness classes on KFIT. Even though, I play futsal daily. Sometimes, it's really hard for me to say "IN" when the organiser asks me (to play futsal). It's really hard to stay motivated to staying fit, but over the years, I've made friends with my coaches, yogis and instructors. They are wonderful people are always helping me stay motivated and pushing me beyond my limits.

Guest Post: 10 Questions My Mom Asked When She Found Out About My LDR by Diana Marcos

It is always nice when your parents are being supportive of your romantic relationship. When your parents are like that, it feels like you have nothing else big to worry about because you know that they've got your back.

My mom has always been very supportive in everything I do or want to do. She does not always like what I want, but she does not stop me from getting it or doing it. She is that kind of parent who would always be apprehensive, but would still let you do things on your own.

In the beginning of my LDR, I did not want to tell her about it because I know she would not like it. But what did they say about moms again? Moms always find out. Moms always know best. We can never successfully hide the truth from them. They are like our personal FBI.

When I was back in Hong Kong on the second month of my LDR, she told me she knew about my LDR from the start. I was shocked because I thought I was doing a great job at hiding it. I couldn't say a word to her, and she was only standing there, smiling diabolically at me.

It looks like she approves, right? Hah. We will see about that. I have been in an LDR for a year and a half now, and within those months, my mom has only said a few words about my relationship.

5 Tips To Take Better Photos With Instagram!

I recently wrote about Apps to help with LDR, so I thought I'll do one for my favourite photography app! Taking photos and editing is one of my favourite past time. It's no surprise that Instagram is my favourite app. I've only actively been on Instagram for two years and I have uploaded close to 500 photos (and more, I've deleted a few photos to protect people's privacy). I try to make my instagram page aesthetically pleasing. Haha, well, not many people will appreciate it but it's for me. 

Here are a few of my favourite apps and some Instagram tips!

How To Plan A Holiday With Your Long Distance Boyfriend

Being in a long distance relationship has many perks. One of them includes traveling to your partner's hometown or going on a holiday together. When you finally decide on a time to meet or go on a holiday, planning in advance helps! After months or even years apart, you would want to make every moment and second count. Having a good itinerary really helps make your trip easier and save you so much grief (and fights with your partner). Don booked his flight to see me a month in advance. That gave me plenty of time to plan out our trip!

4 Ways To Maintain Your Long Distance Relationship.

How do you guys do it? - is one of the many questions I often get asked by people around me. I would reply them, “I honestly don’t know”. We are closing into 5 months being apart. 5 months too long. Along those 4-5 months of being apart, I found a few ways on how couples can maintain their long distance relationship without driving each other up the wall with insecurities, jealousy and loneliness. I’ve mentioned this almost a thousand times and I will keep mentioning it again and again. Long distance relationship is really hard. It takes a lot of willpower, perseverance and trust to make it work. Another important element to long distance relationship is strength. You need to be strong for yourself and your partner in order for your LDR to work. It takes effort and hard work for you to maintain your LDR.

Below are a few ways (or tips) on how Don and I maintain our LDR. I hope they are useful to you and your partner as they are to us!

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APPLE CIDER VINEGAR A DAY KEEPS THE PIMPLES AWAY

I have been getting annoying breakouts and congested skin, especially on my forehead. I've tried everything! Masks, exfoliating gels, pimple creams and etc. Said bye to Tim Tams and potato chips. Still, they pop up every morning. Like freaking little minefields all over my forehead and temples. 

I thought of starting my lemon water regime again, but I remember getting bored of my lemon water after a few weeks. It took too much time for me in the morning cause I would wake up just enough time to shower, get ready, grab a fruit from the kitchen and off to work. I can prep a day earlier...but laziness wins. 

Frustrated about my imperfections. I turned to Mr Google. My know-it-all friend! I kept seeing ACV popping around for perfect skin, clear skin, acne free skin and you get it. I hate acronyms. Idk, IKR, TL: DR, SMS and etc. To be honest, I think the only acronyms I use is LOL only because I will look like an idiot saying Laugh Out Loud. I rather type "AHAHAHAHAHAHA" than lol, when I do say lol, I don't mean it, so I'm just lazy to type "ahahahah" or im not in the mood to entertain your jokes. Back to ACV, turned out that is Apple Cider Vinegar. A glass of ACV (lol) diluted with water twice a day helps detoxify your body and cleanse your skin naturally.