Current time / day – 10:00 pm /Sunday
Monthly favorites posts have made my life so much easier. *grins, stretches, relaxes on the sofa*. Why? Hmmm well you see I am a full time procrastinator. 😴 Unlike my other posts, I don’t have to worry about taking pictures on time, editing, obsessing or turning into a narcissist and admiring how pretty I look or the very next minute hating my nose for being way too long/big for my face (legit concerns). I can totally wait until the last moment to get started! *grin turns into evil laughter, stretching turns into a yawn, relaxation turns into slowly dozing off*
Don’t look at me with those judging eyes; 👀 I know y’all procrastinate too! Do I hear a no? Alright, let’s go back to your school/university days. Remember the time when you had to submit a paper or write an exam and you waited until the last moment to get started ? Do I hear a grumbling yes? 👂🏼 Good and on this note, I present to you my first favorite of the month –
Ted Talk – Let’s laugh and learn
I hope you laugh as much as I did and learn what I am still trying to 🙂
Beauty item – Let’s look pretty
I am sure the entire internet knows by now that I have dark circles. So I think it’s fair for all of you to learn about my magic marker that helps cover them in the most natural way. On an everyday basis, I use YSL Touche Eclat – a godsent highlighter/illuminator that instantly brightens the area around the eyes giving it a very natural finish. This pen has been a staple for a very long time and can be used under the eyes, cheeks, nose, cupid’s bow etc. It is a little on the pricier side but lasts for a good 3 months or so. Please note this highlighter provides very light coverage (use a concealer if you want full coverage)
Book – Let’s live without fear
Do you want to hear a fun fact? This book is one of the many reasons I started blogging. If you want to achieve greatness like me, go ahead and grab a copy! (note to you – please never take my self-gloating jokes seriously | note to self – stop making these jokes 😑) Let’s get serious now – I heard the audio version of this book narrated by Elizabeth Gilbert back in November and again in March. Her voice has a magical quality and touches your soul. In a nutshell, this book inspires and encourages each one of us to explore our creative sides and passions without worrying about the outcome. Some quotes from the book –
“If you’re alive, you’re a creative person”
“Too many women still believe that they are not allowed to put themselves forward in the world at all, until both they and their work is perfect and beyond criticism”
“What is creative living? Any life that is driven more strongly by curiosity than by fear”
“Your own reasons to make art are reason enough. Create whatever causes a revolution in your heart”
“Done is better than good”
“Forgive yourself if you created something and it didn’t work out”
ps – I definitely recommend the audio version. Check out Audible – the first month is free:)
App – Let’s be productive
I am trying to kick my procrastination habit (a woman’s gotta try!) and have started using the Pomodora technique – working for 25 minutes straight and then taking a 5 minute break. Read more about it here. I have noticed that my concentration has improved and I enjoy my tasks better. I use the Pomodoro Time app available in the app store on my iphone. There are alot of similar apps; go ahead, pick the one you like and give it a try.
Frozen treat – Let’s make our tummy happy
Want something that is sweet, sour and spicy at the same time? Try mangonada , a Mexican delight! Now repeat out loud what you jus read in the tone of peeps you see in infomercials. 💁🏻
I tried mangonada for the first time last week and my reaction was – “oh my god!! My life has been a total waste till now!”. It has fresh mango pieces, mango ice-cream, chamoy sauce, lime juice, chili powder and is decorated with a tamarind straw ! Search on yelp for places that carry this treat and I am sure you will find tonnes. Sorry no picture of mangonada but but my happiness while inhaling eating was equivalent to what you see here –
Current time /day – 5:00 am / Monday
Procrastination is evil people! 😠
What were some of your favorites ? I would love to hear what made your month a little more memorable. – Love, M ❤️
85 comments
OMG!!! I love the your GIF, and Mangonada!:P I just love how your each post is diverse. Also, thank you for great suggestions on TED talks and productivity app. Don’t we all need it every now and then? 😉 Please keep writing posts like these, I completely enjoy checking your Blog every Monday for new content.
You are the bestesttt!! All your comments make my day <3 Thank you for always giving so much love to my posts 🙂
You’re hilarious! If everyone else was as honest as you are about their procrastination skills, we’d all be a lot happier. 🙂 And I keep seeing Big Magic everywhere! It’s on my to-read list!
hehe thank you so much Samantha! You are too sweet 🙂 Definitely pick up this book , you won’t be disappointed 🙂
Love your March faves. I know I’ve said this before but you have a beautiful smile. 🙂
Thanks for sharing gorgeous!
Xxo, Raysa
Thank you so much Raysa! You are always so supportive and kind 🙂 Hope you have the best week! <3
Nice picks and really beautiful first photo!
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Thank you so much Alexandra 🙂
Would like to try the YSL Touche Eclat!
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It’s a fantastic product! You won’t be disappointed 🙂
great post friend! so glad i came across your blog and def a new follower! hope you’ll stop by mine too! happy tuesday!
Awww thank you so much Cait! I am so glad you stopped by. I will definitely visit your blog soon and leave some love 🙂 Have a great rest of the week!
I am a definite procrastinator too so I think I’m definitely going to download that pomodoro app! x
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I feel the pain 😀 Yeah, the app help in concentrating and just getting the job done! Thank you Eleanor for your comment. Hope you are having a good week 🙂
Oh i love the gif 🙂
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hehe thanks Yuliya 🙂
I loved reading the Elizabeth Gilbert book Big Magic! Looking forward to trying the Pomodoro time app.
It’s one of my absolute fav books 🙂 Hopefully you’ll like the app. Thanks Debs for stopping by 🙂
The YSL pen is one of my all time faves!
XO
Molly
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Oh yay! Hope you are having a good week 🙂
I would love to stop being a procrastinator…I totally feel you on that! I’m always looking for new books to read and I loved Eat. Pray. Love!!
haha yeah procrastination is not fun and so difficult to let go! But we gotta try 😀 Hope you are having a great week, Lauren! Thank you for stopping by 🙂
Nice choices! 🙂
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Federica
Thanks alot Federica 🙂
Love this post. Couple of notes taken for myself. And I lovvve your happiness at the end. You have such a gorgeous smile. Keep smiling and spreading the joy😀
Nisha
http://www.nisharawat.com
Aww thank you so much Nisha! You are a sweetheart 🙂 Hope this week has been great!
This book sounds interesting, I’ve got to pick it up. I’ve got to say when it comes to procrastination, you’re not the only one. I feel ya and can relate!
Happy day!
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You’ll love the book! haha thank you for love babe 🙂
I love your video..that top is so cute!! Your post made me giggle..too funny!
xo
Valerie
Fashion and Travel
hehe thank you so much Valerie! I am so glad you enjoyed the post 🙂
I love these favourites, I have never used an app for timing my work but I think I’ll steal this idea from you. 😉 The book you described sounds fantastic & really inspiring, the quotes are perfect – we should all embrace our creativity. xx
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Thank you so much Mira! Yeah, this app has definitely helped increase my productivity. Oh this book is my holy grail! Check it out if you get a chance. Hope you are have a great week 🙂
I’m sooo glad to know that the YSL Touche Eclat pen is worth it! I’ve been eyeing it every time I walk into Sephora and now I’m taking this as a sign to go to the mall. And shop. And buy the pen. Hahaha! Happy April! 🙂
hahah yes yes go and grab it! You won’t be disappointed 🙂 Happy April and hope this week is going great!
This concealer is amazing!!
Kisses,
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Absolutely! Have a great rest of the week, Taislany 🙂
Loving your vid girl. You look super happy and adorable. Thanks for sharing!
Have a wonderful day!
much love, Len
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Thank you so much for the love and support, Len 🙂 Hope you are having a good week!
Haha love your round up babe, such a fun post! I love Ted talks but don’t watch them as much as I want to, ugh! Never heard of Mangonada, should try to find some here. Adore that video at the bottom, totally brought a smile. Happy rest of the week, Monica 🙂
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haha thank you so much Kusum! I am so glad you had fun reading.. I am on the same boat – never have enough time to watch ted talks as much as I want to.. You gotta try mangonada and if you love khatta-meetha combo – you’ll totally love it 😀 Hope you are having a good babe <3
I’ve been looking for a good Ted Talk for so long. I definitely need to check this out. And Big Magic is next on my list! I’ve heard so many great things about. And I think I might get the audible version now, I’ve never tried it before. You’ve had some great favorites!
This talk is hilarious and so on point! Oh Big Magic is truly truly magical.. You have to read it babe! Never thought I would like audio versions of books but I am slowly getting converted.. You can listen to a book while cooking (that’s what I do :D) or cleaning the room.. Makes life so much easier! Thank you so much for the love 🙂 Hope you are having a great week, Autumn!
I’ve always wanted to try that YSL product!
xx
Jen
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It’s definitely worth it 🙂 Thank you for stopping by Jennifer!
Nice picks! I love your off-the-shoulder top! You are so pretty
xoxo
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Thank you so much Hun! Hope you are having a great Monday 🙂
Love this post! I have to try YSL Touche Eclat!
You look so beautiful and you have an amzing smile, the top is perfect on your color skin 🙂
Have a great day sweetie!
Love Erica
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XO Erica
Thank you so much Erica! The highlighter is amazing. Do give it a try 🙂 Hope you are having a good day!
Such a great read, Monkia, you certainly made me laugh, as you always do! You have an incredibly unique voice as a writer, I love it and I’m sure many others do, too! I’ve been hearing a lot of buzz surrounding this book and how amazing it is, it really must be because I haven’t encountered a negative review or mention; I love the quotes you’ve shared, especially, “done is better than good.” I need to try an app like that because honestly, I’m a real type A and so I don’t give myself many breaks in between working as I should. In fact, there was a time I’d work 8hrs straight with eating, which is of course really bad and I had to change that. Thanks so much for sharing, beauty, and I hope you’re having a wonderful week so far; I can’t believe it’s Thursday already, where is time going?!
XO,
Jalisa
http://www.thestylecontour.com
You are so amazingly kind, Jalisa! You made my day and brought the biggest smile :* Thank you for always being so supportive! That quote is my absolute fav too. We can get so hell bent on producing the best content that we tend to forget the big picture. Do grab a copy if you get a chance and I am sure you won’t be disappointed 🙂 Oh no! You definitely need this app as much as I do 😀 Hope you are having the best Monday gorgeous <3
Monica U have introduced me to some new fun things with this post! Love that twist at the end!
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hheehe thank you so much Chichi! Hope you had a good weekend 🙂
This last month, I was obsessed with The Great Food Truck Race on Netflix. I love cooking shows and I love food trucks and I watched 2 seasons in the span of four days!
oh I love cooking shows too! It’s another story that I am always super hungry after watching them 😀 Sounds like a great show to me, gotta check it out 🙂 Thank you for stopping by and have a great week, Chelsie!
That video sounds like it’s right up my alley, I’m the queen of procrastination 🙂 Can’t wait to watch it!
hahah it’s a super fun video! Hope you are having a great Monday, Rachel 🙂
Your GIF pretty much made my day! Haha Thank you! Your smile is gorgeous!
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haha thank you so much Molly! Have a fantastic week ahead 🙂
Great suggestions! Love the app, I just started using it as well! 🙂 Love reading your posts 🙂
-Dhara
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Thank you so much Dhara! Yeah, the app is very helpful. Have a great week 🙂
love ur march fav and this post! I’m a huge procrastinator! Seriously the worse. I try and work on it as much as I can, but true story I haven’t improved much on it over the years lol. Hope ur having an awesome weekend:-)
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Thank you so much Elizabeth! hahha it’s good to know I am not alone 😛 Hope you have a fantastic week ahead!
I have been hearing SO much about that big, I think it’s time to get it!
Yes yes, get a copy and you won’t be disappointed! Have a great week, Shannon 🙂
Ooooo I’m going to have to check out that YLS highlighter. Sounds pretty fab!
It’s really good! Hope you like it. Have a great week, Courtney 🙂
OK. So you are about the cutest thing ever. I love this round up. Super great! Thank you!
haha thank you so much Heather 🙂 Hope you are having a great day!
I like your honesty in why you like the monthly favorites posts. It’s nice not to have to edit.
I think I really need to read Big Magic. I listened to the podcast and liked it, but I didn’t really care for the other book she wrote. But, I think this one deserves a chance.
Thank you so much Ann for your kind comment 🙂 This is a great book; definitely give it a try! Have a fantastic week ahead.
I’ll have to check out that book…. I have to start telling myself yes, I am a creative person…. Thanks so much! Fun article!
Our voices are the most difficult to handle! This book is very inspiring and makes you believe in your abilities a little more. Hope you had a great start to the week, Clare 🙂
Yes, Highlighter under the eyes is a must. 🙂
Absolutely! Thank you for stopping by Kari. 🙂
March has been quite eventful for me too. Made some new bloggers friends and My feature articles on women’s day special brought my magazine so much appreciation from different parts of the nation. Looking forward for many more.
That’s fantastic Ratisha! Always so good hear about fellow bloggers accomplishments. I wish you more success in future. Have a great week! 🙂
I loooove the Touche Eclat highlighters! They’re so luminizing and gorgeous!
Me too me too! love them 🙂 Thank you for stopping by Chelsea!
YSL Touche Eclat is one of those hard-to-beat makeup classics. They have some color corrector shades out right now which are amazing as well!
Oh I need to get my hands on the corrector shades! Thank you Chelsea 🙂
I absolutely love the GIF…you look so happy! How sweet, love it. Great list as well.
haha thank alot love 🙂 Have a great week!
Such a cute GIF. I need to watch that Ted talk now 🙂
haha thanks Ankita! It’s a pretty funny video- do watch it when you get a chance 🙂 Hope you are having a good week!
I love march, and i love busy day, nice post