Life, Love & College: 5 Red Flags He’s Not Your Prince Charming

You want your boyfriend to be perfect, right? Ever dated someone and every single little thing he did turned you off? You want your boyfriend to be everything you envisioned and when he’s not, you start to contemplate what made you like him in the first place! Was it that gorgeous smile or was it his intellect? Regardless, you’re noticing he’s not the guy for you. So here are 5 red flags that will  help you make up your mind on if he’s going to be your next ex or your ideal Prince Charming.
1. He doesn’t motivate you!
If your potential boyfriend or current boyfriend doesn’t motivate you to be a better you, then what is he around for? You should want to be with someone who pushes you towards your dreams, not away from them. You know those long nights when you want to give up studying to go hangout with your friends? He should be there to get you back on the right track. If he’s not trying to be the Jay-Z to your Beyoncé or the Kanye to your Kim....Dump him. Quick!
2. He’s not reliable!
If he’s the last person you think to call when you have an emergency, then what is he around for? No, really? You should always be able to call him and ask him to help you out. If he doesn’t come through for you ever, you might want to reconsider that cutie.
3. He’s controlling!
If he’s trying to keep you to himself every single second of the day, something might be a little weird about him. He shouldn’t be trying to tell you what to do, what to wear, who to hang out with, and where to go! All those decisions are solely up to you and no one else. It’s always great for a people in a relationship to do things separately and come back together at the end of the day to talk about it. You'll definitely appreciate the time you spent away from each other because you'll miss him more while he's gone.
4. He doesn't make sacrifices!
It’s always good for couples to have different interests. But when one person starts to belittle the other's interests, things can go sour quickly. He’s not interested in going thrifting with you, doesn’t want to go to the Beyoncé concert with you or it seems like he doesn’t really care about the aspects of your life that make you, YOU! When you openly sit there and watch football with him, you expect the same thing in return. Relationships are all about give and take!
5. He doesn’t make you feel loved
Every girl wants to feel like her man is proud to have her on his arm! Like Kanye and Future said: “I found me a trophy.” You want your man to feel the same! If it means making you his #WCW or holding your hand in public, your man should always make you feel like you can be the princess to his prince charming.

 If you feel like any of these let him know! You should never stay in a situation where you aren't happy. It'll be better for you in the long run if you realize what you want and what you need so you can do everything you need to do to get it. So don't be afraid... There are plenty of other fish in the sea!

Keep Calm and Get Things Done: Tips For Getting Through Stress

Now that we're getting deeper into the school year, you may find yourself with a lot on your plate and having problems prioritizing what’s important to you. I can personally tell you that school just started and I’m already trying to figure out how I can make things easier going forward into the semester!
Being in an organization and a sorority, going to class, going to work, having an internship, doing homework and having a boyfriend takes up a lot of my time. Therefore, it's important for me prioritize and be organized! Here are a few tips to ease you into the semester!

Tip 1: Keep an agenda or calendar and constantly UPDATE it!

Having a calendar or agenda is so important! Always writing down what's going on in your life and what’s coming up in the future will help keep things in perspective. Also, color-coding what events are important can help you remember what's going on! I always keep important things in pink and other events in green! I just recently bought a new agenda that I'm in love with and I think every girl should have in their arsenal! These agendas offer inspirational quotes and messages on certain days and STICKERS! ( my favorite lol)  I've definitely found myself using this agenda more than any other agenda I've ever had just due to how much fun i actually have keeping up with everything!

http://www.shopbando.com/collections/agendas

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Tip 2: Have a good spirit!
Always commend yourself for the amazing things you do. Know that you make mistakes and that you can’t be perfect at everything. Don't be so hard on yourself. College is a learning experience and every day will be completely different than the next. Find a good group of friends you can go out with and just laugh. Unnecessary drama will keep you from reach your optimal potential so surround yourself with like minded individuals. Every day isn’t going to be sunshine and rainbows, but love yourself for who you are at this very moment and make the best of it!

Tip 3: Sleep, Eat and Exercise!

We all know that we’re lacking in this area. Not having time, money or energy are the main reasons why these three things don’t get done the way they’re supposed to!  A good night’s rest can always help you start your day off right and make everything a lot less stressful. Eat more fruits, veggies, protein and whole grains to keep your mind and stomach right! We pay to go to our school gym so GO!  Freshman 15 doesn't stop when you're a freshman it'll strike eventually and you will not be happy! Just going to the gym 2 -3 times a week can help you lose weight and relieve some stress. Sometimes, just a walk around the park can help you cool down from a really hard day!

Tip 4: Get some quiet time!

Having your own personal space is so important! Even if you are living in the same room as someone else, try to find some moments to spend by yourself. Just getting away from a stressful environment can help you recharge and reduce some of that stress.

Tip 5: Remember what you’re in school for!
Lastly, try to remember why you actually came to college! Although you came to learn and focus on your academics, the college experience involves so much more. The balance is what make things stressful. It often feels like there can't possibly be enough hours in the day for you to get everything completed, and sometimes you can't. That’s okay! One person can only handle so much, so learn when to say no! You have to pass your classes before you can be an amazing reporter, designer, or writer.

Stay positive!

XO
-Milan

Decorating: Make Your Place Unique On A Budget!

Many of us have finally made that  big step and moved  off campus! No matter where you’re moving, you want to make your place unique and your own! Here are a few tips to getting your new place from "blah" to stunning.
Subtle things can make your apartment have more of a personality to it. By adding small touches of things you like and things your roommate(s) may like could have your living room full of life! Something to try is adding some color to your couch with pillows that you can either buy or make yourself. You can get some that accent your other decorations or you can add to the ones you have by putting cute buttons or bows on them! You can also go to your local Goodwill or thrift stores to find old picture frames that you can paint and make your own!




For those of you who are of age, decorating your wine glasses are good way to spice up your dishes. You can buy some inexpensive wine glasses from Dollar Tree or Walmart, get some acrylic paint and get to work! There are so many designs you can do and you could also give away some extras as presents. Be creative and have fun with it!



If you’re into dim lighting and candles like me, you can try out this next one which it’s not hard at all! Use some mason jars and glitter and make your own candle holders and/or makeup brush holder. I think I may use them for both!  Mason jars are also sold at Walmart or Dollar Tree. This cute design doubles as two things, which gives you more options for use!


Small things like clothes pin magnets for your refrigerator can be cute. Also, putting your favorite shopping bags on your wall and actually using them for storage can help your new place feel like home.



And dont be afraid to try your hand at painting some of your own paintings for your room or living room!

Be You! Be creative! And have fun! Remember you have to live there, so make it as comfortable as possible. If you need any more ideas, head to Pinterest.com for a little inspiration. There's nothing wrong with adding a little sugar and spice to something that needs it!

A little mascara never hurt : My current mascara favorites!

 Throughout the year 2015 I've found mascaras that have gotten me through a good day and a bad day.  There's nothing like falling in love with makeup especially mascara.  If you're looking for something to make your eyes pop even when you don't want to do your makeup mascara is quick and easy! Some mascaras target lengthening your lashes while some focus on making them more voluminous! Figure out what exactly what look you're going for and just go from there! Before I give you a breakdown of my favorites I thought it would be helpful to give you some tips on what to look for while shopping for mascaras.

Tip #1 PRICE!
 There are endless possibilities to what mascaras you can buy but the price is what really makes a difference.  You can go for a drugstore product like Covergirl, Maybelline, Wet & Wild, etc.  You could also look at high end products which could be Benefit Cosmetics, Tarte, Urban Decay, etc. Sometimes the drugstore product that costs five  dollars might be better than the high end that costs twenty five dollars! You really just have to try them out and keep in mind what works for your budget.

Tip #2 Waterproof or Water Soluble!
Waterproof mascara will last throughout the day and never smudge, but it's also harder to remove when you're ready take off your make-up. On the other hand, water-soluble mascara provides lighter coverage and is less work to remove, but will likely have to be re-applied every five or six hours to keep it looking fresh.

 Take those tips into consideration because some of my favorites might not work out for you!
 My current two favorite mascaras are Benefit They're Real and Covergirl SuperSizer! They both have great consistencies but I  think what makes them amazing are the brushes!

Sephora's website describes Benefit They're Real mascara as "A lengthening mascara that curls, volumizes, lifts, and separates lashes for an "out-to-here" look." They also give a brief description of what it does which states" This breakthrough bestseller reveals lashes you never knew you had! The specially designed brush features staggered bristles that grab close to the root, boosting length and volume beyond belief. The custom-domed tip uses precision bristles to lift, define, and curl even your tiniest lashes. With a glossy, jet-black, long-wearing formula, you’ll flaunt luxurious, silky lashes that won’t smudge, clump, or dry out." As a consumer I can say this product stands true to the description. I've never tried any other mascara that gave me volume and length all in one! It also doesn't smudge throughout a hot humid day down here in Valdosta! The price point for this mascara is $24. Its definitely more on the pricey side but you get the bang for your buck!
 

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The Covergirl SuperSizer mascara is fairly new but I took a chance and decided to try it and I have definitely not regretted it. The Covergirl website states "The Super Sizer by LashBlast Mascara gives you 400% more corner-to-corner volume for full, fanned out lashes. Our amazing Lash Styler transforms even small lashes— just twirl as you apply it to your lashes for an instantly Super Sized lash look." The brush is what wowed me about this mascara! The bristles go from small to large and they deposit the mascara on the root of your lashes to bring it up! It's a great mascara to build multiple coats with!

So happy mascara shopping lovelies. If you're local check out Ulta for your beauty products they have a huge variety to choose from. Hope this helped!

XO
Milan

Oh, the Places You'll Go.

 Several aspects of my blog will revolve around my life experiences and lessons that I've learned but I also wanted to highlight my travels. So that's where Oh, the Places You'll Go came from because I want to show where I went and what I did with you guys!  So after a long exciting weekend I had to opportunity to travel to Jacksonville. The trip was planned by the Greek Life department and everything was paid for (which I enjoyed. lol)  I'm apart of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority,Inc which is apart of the National Panhellenic Council. The NPHC and CPC traveled to Jacksonville to attend the Jacksonville Jaguars football game.  My sorority sisters and I had such a great time getting to know everyone. We had an amazing time from traveling there on the bus, to tailgating, and actually enjoying some of our first NFL football game. Now I'm not much of a football girl but I can say I enjoyed every minute and I rook some awesome pictures. (Pictures below)  The FAMU March 100 played all of my favorite songs during the Halftime show and I enjoyed lots of food that I shouldn't have been eating. lol   It was a great way to end the week and to also bond with other Greeks. Even though the opportunity didn't  seem appeasing at first... I'm glad I went out on a limb and tried something new. 

XO
-Milan

The Beginning of Something New!

 I'm happy to introduce my new blog entitled Schoolin' Life.  Schoolin' Life was inspired by one of my favorite Beyonce songs that just talks about growing up and learning how to be a woman.  It's not always an easy task to stay on the right road but with Beyonce how can you go wrong? Being inspired by the song I realized I could name my lifestyle blog after this song (because I felt like it embodied everything I was trying to convey) My blog will consist of fashion,music, makeup and everything i found interesting and I think is interesting to others. I'm finally stepping out of my comfort zone and taking the baby steps to create something of my own. I've written for other blogs but this one is essentially made by me and written by me ( So stay tuned for changes in designs and I might switch up my writing styles) I'm extremely excited for this growth opportunity and hopefully I can stay consistent with my posts.  I found a quote that I believe really describes what life is really about.

The adventure of life is to learn. The purpose of life is to grow. The nature of life is to change. The challenge of life is to overcome. The essence of life is to care. The opportunity of like is to serve. The secret of life is to dare. The spice of life is to befriend. The beauty of life is to give. - Ritu Ghatourey

So without further ado.....
Who needs a degree when you're schoolin life?

XO
Milan