#SUNDAYFUNDAY [Taking care of .. YOU]

 ft. Cleanclothes Candle, The Honor Key, VS Body Mist (Sheer Love), Coconut Chobani Yoghurt, Frank Body Scrub, GlamGlow Mask.

Hi ! As much as I love blogging about things like makeup and fashion, I believe in taking care of yourself from the inside too. (*cringe*) Throughout the week, things get a bit hectic and crazy, sometimes I forget to take time to stop and relax. Here's a few things you can do to take care of yourself to make sure that you're still sane.

1. Make yourself a satisfying breakfast
As we all know "breakfast is the most important meal of the day". I love telling you guys about makeup and fashion but what's more important is taking care of your body. I used to never eat breakfast (I still don't sometimes, whoops) but whenever I do, I feel so much more energised. Whether it be fruits or bacon, just get something in that tummy of yours to start the day! My personal favourite is coconut yoghurt with strawberries, blueberries and granola!

2. Give yourself a manicure
After working throughout the week and washing dishes, my hands tend to feel a little bit gross and dry. I love pampering myself by taking time out of my day to paint my nails and watch youtube videos or listen to some music. You don't even have to paint your nails, just get rid of them dead cuticles with a clipper, shape your nails and moisturise! I love O.P.I, essie and Revlon nail polishes.

3. EXFOLIATE!
Exfoliate your body, face and lips! Throughout the week, you tend to build up a lot of dead skin all over your body. I have to admit, I'm so lazy when it comes to exfoliating but I know that it's important. I love exfoliating my body and face with Frank body scrub, if you don't have a body exfoliator, there's heaps of DIY exfoliators out there. I also love using Lush bubblegum lip scrub, but I also love making my own. (Honey, sugar and olive oil)

4. Put a face-mask on
Face masks are a really good way to perk up your mood and feed your skin. I usually use hydrating masks in winter and detox masks in summer. Once again, you don't have to spend a ton on masks, there's a lot of tutorials out there that utilises the ingredients that you have at home.

5. Exercise
Ew, exercise. I'm definitely not the fittest person out there. I get so lazy and if it was my choice, I'd rather be sleeping (or shopping!). But ever since I've started to exercise and make the effort to go to the gym, I feel so much more awake. Don't forget that your body is perfect just the way it is (I know, hella corny.) But it's true, exercise for you and your own health, not for anyone else.

6. Read
I love reading. Featured in the photo is a book called "The Honor Key" written by Pastor Russell Evans from Planetshakers Church. I'm reading it for the second time, it's such an absolute blessing. Of course everyone has their own preferences and some of you probably even hate reading! Maybe try a magazine or a blog that suits what you like.

7. Absorb some Vitamin D
For all us Melbourne girls out there, the sun is finally starting to shine! Take advantage of it while it's here. I love hanging out in my backyard in summer while watching youtube videos. (Just don't forget to wear sunscreen and moisturise to keep that tan)

8. Take a nap
Sleep. That's a word that I love. Personally, I function better when I take short naps. Try to take 20-30 minute naps maybe once or twice a day and you'll definitely see an improvement in your energy levels. There's a science behind it but.. let's  be honest, me and science don't go well together.

9. Encourage someone
Pampering yourself is important, of course. But sometimes as people, we get a bit stuck in our own little world. Take a few minutes out of your day to call or text an old/new friend to tell them that you miss them or just thank them for being them. I moved schools a year ago and I always try to make the effort to tell my besties that I miss them and that they're loved (though I do slack off sometimes.) The way you make the people around you feel, says something about yourself.

10. Do something that you love
Passionate about something? Do it. That's the best thing that you can do to take care of yourself is to do what you love. For me? I'm doing it right now :)