February has been a month of reflection and gradual progress for me. While it moved slowly, it held special significance as I opened up about my ongoing battle with acne. Sharing this personal journey was a long-awaited endeavor, one I had been putting off due to time constraints. Acne has affected me deeply, yet I seldom discussed it. Writing that post brought relief, even amidst the physical and emotional challenges I face during my current treatment. As I look ahead, I hope to complete this journey by the end of March.
In January, I embarked on an adventurous quest by going makeup-free for a month. It was a fascinating experience, and I enjoyed sharing my insights in this post.
Some of you may have noticed a slight slowdown in my posts recently. I’ve been navigating through emotional challenges after a personal loss, making it difficult to follow through on the many plans I had for the start of this year, such as launching a blog shop, offering stock photos, and expanding this blog’s reach. At times, I feel stalled and yearn to fast-forward to when I feel more like myself. Life, however, doesn’t always allow for such shortcuts.
To cope, I’ve been journaling and indulging in plenty of reading, which seems to help. I am optimistic about regaining my sense of normalcy and returning to the busyness that brings me joy—creating and working. Although my mind is always filled with ideas, I often find myself lacking the energy to bring them to fruition. The good news is that spring is on the horizon, a season that symbolizes growth and new beginnings.
If you missed any updates, here are the posts published in February.
BEAUTY
Lovin’ Lately
Let’s talk acne: my skincare routine on Accutane
IT Cosmetics Confidence in a Compact
Skincare: the good, the bad, and the fab
What’s in my makeup bag: February
LIFESTYLE/WELLNESS
How to bring more mindfulness into your life
Morning affirmations to start your day with
Your inspo for the week: words to get you through a bad day
15 Simple self-care practices
Tips for repurposing your old candle jars
BLOGGING
How to start a lifestyle blog
How to improve your Pinterest profile in 10 minutes or less
What types of posts do you enjoy reading most? This summer, I’m eager to return to posting recipes and food-related content (plant-based, of course), a category that I’ve sadly neglected for far too long. If only there were at least 36 hours in a day!
