8 Things I Must Do When I Go To The Mall

I am a firm believer that no matter what gender or age you are, you have a routine when you head to the mall. It kinda depends on which mall too but there are habits that you just can't seem to get rid of no matter what mall you're at. Maybe you're even doing something that you aren't even aware that you keep doing. Confused yet? Well, let me give you a hint of what they may be so here are mine: 

• Heading to the Makeup aisle and swatching everything that you can reach.

I would be a liar if I didn't include this here. I am one of those girls who would have loads of colors on their hands and brings makeup remover wipes on her purse. This happens every single time that my brother finds somewhere to sit and wait for me to be done.

• Eat Ice cream

It doesn't really matter what brand of ice cream it is. I just have to have it. This is my go-to snack because I don't have to worry about taking my retainers out plus it doesn't make a mess. Unless I spill of course. 

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• Check in at Social media

I adopted this habit when I realized that sometimes, friends or people you get along with is at the same place as you are. Happened quite a few times with me and all I could think about was "dang, would've been fun to have met them there". So yea, I check in and if someone wants to hang out then they could meet you.

• Take Selfies

Seriously though, lighting at the mall is hella nice so I personally couldn't resist taking a snap or 2 or 10. Just remember to not block anyone's way while doing so.

• Buy bottled water

I do this every single time and you might be thinking why can't I just bring my own water on my purse? Well, I always forget to do so. So, I end up buying one during my mall trip.

• Go to the bookstore to check out new magazines and books

Ever since I became a blogger, I became really addicted with magazines especially the ones that involves cosmetics or fashion (Cosmo, preview, candy etc.) and then check out the books so I would have something new to add on my list to read or actually get a new read.

• Checking the price of gadgets I can't afford

Guilty pleasure right here. I like window shopping with gadgets because I'm really curious on how is it different with what I currently have and how much is it and I don't really know but I like testing it out too. And I always end up not buying anything.

• Order Takeaway 

If you are the one who always ends up cooking at home, after a long day of walking around, I just can't get myself to cook anymore. So I order takeaway so I could just sit and eat and be done with the day.

How about you? Do you have "rituals" or must-do when you're at the mall? I can't possibly be the only one right.... right?

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Things I've learned since turning 21!

It was my birthday last August 5th and now I am officially 21 years old! Oh my gosh how time flies. Anyway, here is a list of 21 things that I learned the easy way and the hard way within the years of my life. 

1. The "cliches" are cliches because they actually work.
2. In any form of relationship, the best way to maintain it is for both parties to learn to feel for 2 people rather than just themselves.
3. There is nothing wrong with spending money on things that you like as long as you could afford it.
4. Listen to your gut. If you're feeling uneasy about a situation, then you're probably right. 
5. Some of the things you learn from high school really doesn't prepare you from what to expect once you've reached the legal age.
6. Not everybody will be your friend for a long time.
7. Being bullied in school isn't the end. 
8. Do what you think is right today, the rest will just have to follow. Take one step at a time.
9. Express yourself as much as you can as long as you're not violating any rules or hurting anyone. It helps us become comfortable and confident with ourselves.
10. There is nothing wrong with making sure about your decisions. Ask questions about anything you'd wanna know before making that final decision.
11. It is fine to say no to something you really don't wanna do.
12. Everyone would always have an opinion towards you, good and bad, it's just best if you not care at all and live how you want to.
13. Know your worth, do not settle for less.
14. Sometimes, other people around you does have good intentions. Just take the time to really get to know them.
15. Be grateful for what you have today rather than missing it once its gone.
16. It's easy to say anything about or to someone, but remember that you can never take it back.
17. Every once in awhile, we will have a really hard day and it's okay to let the people around you know that.
18. We aren't alone in everything, there is always somebody out there going through the same thing.
19. Money is very important but making time to be with the people you love is much more meaningful.
20. Do not have high expectations if you do not plan on getting disappointed.
21. Being the underdog doesn't mean anything, if you are good enough to be in the competition, then you also have a good chance of winning. 

So those have been the important things that I remember and still live by and some of the things you should consider too. Most of these are advice from people I come across with and some of them I learned the hard way. When I was really young I just always thought that life isn't that hard after reading books that I thought would prepare me mentally and emotionally. Sadly, there really isn't a guide or a manual in life. Having to grow up faster than what should be was probably the shock of my life. I think no one could really fully prepare you on what life has to bring, I know that it took me awhile to get over my shock and just keep going and learn to ask questions if I really don't know what to do. Then, once I kind of got the hang of it, I learned some more ways to improve my strengths and work with my weaknesses. I'm not saying I understand life to its fullest, I'm saying that as long as I manage to smile just once through a very rough situation, I know that I'll be okay. 

Thanks for reading and until the next blog!

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