Depression Awareness: My Story

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Today I have a personal post about my experiences with depression. I figured the best way to discuss depression awareness is to start with my own story.

August 2009 My Clinical Depression diagnosis 

Before I started my senior year in college, I went to the doctor for a checkup it was there that I went to her that I was feeling down lately. After having a conversation with her and describing my symptoms, she diagnosed me with Clinical Depression. Honestly already had an idea that for I was suffering from depression, especially after taking all those psychology class to obtain my B.A. in Psychology.

Dealing with Depression 

Now let's fast forward to the present. I still struggle with depression, but that doesn't mean it controls of my life. I have days that are great and then I have days that aren't so great. When I'm having a bad day, I try to remain positive. That's so important. Over the years, I've come to realize that my depression is usually based on situations that are caused by highly stressful events. 

I think one of the misconceptions of depression is people are constantly unhappy which is not true. There is hope for people that struggle with depression. Finding a treatment that works for you will help you on your journey to feel better (antidepressants, therapy etc). I know that I find therapy and medication has helped me in the past. Talking about how I feel helps me feel better and besides it's not healthy to bottle up your feelings. I also found medication helped me feel better and combat against my symptoms from depression. Having depression is challenging sometimes, but it doesn't have to control your life. There is hope and help to feel better.

Stay tuned for more upcoming posts related to depression awareness and my own personal experiences.

Side Note: I know that depression is a sensitive topic, so if anyone doesn't feel comfortable leaving a comment in the comment section below, feel free to send me an email beautyandmorebypilar@gmail.com 

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Valentine's Day Haul

Happy Valentine's Day Everyone! 

 

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 My apologies for the missing pictures. My pictures were accidentally deleted off my blog. Please Refer to my Instagram account miss_pilar to view the pictures (or some of the pictures) that were deleted.  

 

 

 

I hope everyone is enjoying Valentine's Day :) To celebrate Valentine's Day, Of course I had to treat myself to a Victoria's Secret and MAC haul.  

Viva Glam Miley (Amplified)

 

I promised myself I wouldn't purchase anymore pink lipstick, but sadly I was lying to myself lol

 

Such a gorgeous pink shade! 

PINK Tote Bag

 

I purchased this with my rewards card and I only paid  $7.77 A very good deal! I have the undies and bras in the bag lol

Fashion Show Large Cosmetic Bag

 

This was such steal for this cosmetic bag! It was on clearance for $7.99

VS Stripe Travel Tote Roll

 

This was another clearance item for 10.99. I love this cosmetic roll case!

 

Inside the travel roll

 

The roll can detach from the case

 

Travel roll

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Inspirational Post: What Makes Me Smile

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 My apologies for the missing pictures. My pictures were accidentally deleted off my blog. Please Refer to my Instagram account miss_pilar to view the pictures (or some of the pictures) that were deleted.  

To keep the ball rolling on good vibes, Today I have an inspirational post/list of all the things that make me smile. I consider this post inspirational because it's filled with positive vibes. 

1. Paying it forward 

2. Reading and hearing stories of other people paying it forward

3. Telling people that are close to me how much they mean to me

4. Watching the sunrise or sunset

5. Cooking and baking (homemade food I make myself)

6. Writing 

7. Spending the day engaging in activities I enjoy.

8. Successfully learning how to do something new. (crocheting is one of favorite skills so far)

9. Getting a good night's sleep

10. Accomplishing my goals 

11. Hearing good news 


What makes you smile?


Side Note: I will post my first depression awareness post next week.


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29 Things I've learned So Far

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Ever since I turned 29 in December, I've been thinking a lot about the things I've learned (and still learning) along the way. For today's inspirational post, here is a list I composed.

1. Prayer, Church, and reading the Bible can help through life's journey  (I'm not pushing my religious beliefs (Baptist) on anyone, just my opinion)

2. Things happen when they're supposed to.

3. You have to be patient. 

4. You'll see who's really there for you when it truly counts.

5. My mom is usually right. 

6. The tough things in life only make you stronger. 

7. No matter how much I deny it, sleep is very essential.

8. You'll ruin your 20's by constantly worrying about what you should be doing.

9. Your priorites change from your early twenties as you approach your late 20's.

10. Spoil yourself a little. You deserve it! 

11. Never settle for less than you deserve. This means anything in life.

12. If you're fortunate you'll have a few close people in your inner circle who are always there for you.

13. Never take things for granted.

14. Piggybacking off #13 don't let anyone take you for granted.

15. Use your voice and be heard!

16. Sometimes life can be the best teacher.

17. Cherish the people you love and let them know they're loved.

18. Take time out for yourself.

19. When you know better, you do better.

20. Life will have challenges, but life is also beautiful.

21. Let go of negativity...hence anger, bitterness, and frustration etc.

22. Learn to budget, you'll thank yourself later.

23. Some situations aren't worth a reaction.

24. Accept there are going to be things you can't change.

25. Engage in activities you enjoy and try to do them often. 

26. Don't take yourself and things in life so seriously all the time.

27. Don't compare yourself to others. 

28.  Some things in life aren't meant to be, but for every loss there is something better waiting for you.

29. Always know your worth.

Friday Night Fun Post

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I thought I would do a quick little fun post inspired from my Instagram account. Tonight I had breakfast for dinner. You ever just like to have breakfast food for dinner? I know I do lol. What are did you have for dinner? or what are you having for dinner?


Another thing on my Instagram account was the picture I posted below which was taken last Summer. You may remember this from my Mermaid FOTD post. I was tagged for the #20beautifulwomen tag and this is the picture I selected to post. I just really like it and I look so happy on this picture.

 

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Bath and Body Works Candle Review: Winter 2015

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I realized that I never review any candles. I used to collect candles, but for some reason I stopped until lately when I found my love for candles again.


Bath and Body Works 


Merry Cookie

This is my favorite candle! Honestly I feel happy when burn this candle because it smells so good! On cold sniff the candle smells very strong, a powerful scent of vanilla butter cookies. When lit the throw smells amazing! The scent fills the room quickly and it smells like I'm baking a cake or cookies. 

Frosted  Cranberry 

 

My second favorite candle! On cold sniff, I primarily smell a sugary cranberry peach scent. When lit the throw is pretty strong, and I can smell more of the sugary peach scent. This candle also fills the room quickly. 


Vanilla Bean Noel

 

I get so frustrated with this candle sometimes! On cold sniff, the candle has a wonderful cocoa, vanilla, and caramel scent. The candles almost reminds me of Palmer's Cocoa Butter lol. When lit, the throw is weak. I think this candle is best used in a smaller room because I can smell the throw better. I also noticed that when burns about midway, I smell the throw better. If you burn this candle In a larger room, you probably may want to burn more than one of these candles. This candle has so much potential to be great if the throw was stronger.


Cinnamon Frosting 

 

I thought this candle would smell sweeter than it does, but it has a nice scent. On cold sniff and while lit, this candle reminds me of Quaker Apple and Cinnamon Oatmeal. The throw is really strong, and I like to burn this candle in the kitchen on bitter cold days.



Here's a bonus candle review: Yankee Candle 

Christmas Cookie

 

This candle reminds me of Bath and Body Works Merry Cookie except the candle has a light buttery vanilla scent. When lit the throw is ok, but it isn't all that strong. I don't like the wick on this particular candle because it doesn't seem to burn all that well. 



What are your favorite scented candles? 


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My Current Winter Skincare Products

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During the Winter, I like to take extra care of my skin. For those of you who read my blog regularly, known that skin care is very important to me. Here are some of my current skin care items that I'm using.

I typically use body butter during the Winter since they're thick in texture and hydrate my skin well.

- Love Spell

 

A fruity (peach), sweet, and slightly floral jasmine scent

- Mango Temptation

 

A warm fruity mango and slightly floral scent

- Such a flirt

 

a floral white orchid and fruity starfruit sent to me this smells more floral

- Pink Sun Kissed luminous body butter

 

My  new favorite scent right now lol. This body butter has a coconut and slight vanilla scent the body mist smells amazing too.

Side note: this body butter has gold shimmer. I was unaware of this until I played it on my skin. I guess I really don't mind the shimmer.

- Sweet & Flirty Luminous Body Butter 

 

This body butter smells like a pink grapefruit with hints of sugar. I smell more of the grapefruit, but this body butter does have a sweet scent to it. Just like Sun Kissed, this body butter has a gold shimmer.

The Next products aren't body butter, but they work well for my skin 

- Cetaphil Moisturizing Cream

 

I know I've ran this cream in the ground in past posts lol, but it's very good to use during this time of year. This moisturizer has no smell.

- Aveeno Positively Nourishing Comforting Whipped Soufflé

 

A coconut scent that's not too overpowering with hints of cocoa. I love this scent and I use it all during the year.

- Palmer's Cocoa Butter with Vitamin E

 

A thick moisturizer that smells just like cocoa. I also use this all year. The cocoa butter works well with decreasing blemishes and stretch marks.

Exfoliating is also an important part of my skin routine. I try to exfoliate my skin at least twice a week in the shower to maintain healthy skin and eliminate dead skin cells.

- Oh What Fun 2-in-1 Wash & Scrub

 

This is a limited edition body wash and scrub that  was sold at Victoria's Secret during the holidays. It smells like a sweet apple with lilac. This wash definitely has a holiday/Winter scent.

- Hot Crush 2-in-1 Wash & Scrub

 

A floral (Jasmine) and sugary scent. Honestly it doesn't smell anything like warm caramel to me lol. I just smell the sugar.

Last, but not least don't forget the loofah! 



What are some of your skin care products for Winter? 

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