I came across this quote and couldn’t help but think of the gorgeous actor who gave it. This is something to aspire to, both literally and figuratively. What is your aspirations in life?
Is there someone you admire? Perhaps there is someone who has inspired you to follow their lead and be the best possible version of yourself. This could be a person, place, thing or idea. It is important to understand how others inspire you and what drives you forward because, in order to better yourself, you must first know yourself. Knowing why you do the things you do and who you want to be impresses upon you the need to change in order to better yourself. This quote acknowledges that we are all human and imperfect and that we can all do better.
Sara Hammond is a writer, editor, and journalist based in Brooklyn, NY. She has previously worked for The New York Times, Vice, and The Cut. She is a graduate of Syracuse University. You can follow her on Twitter @sarahammond.
The Ultimate Manicure
Good news, ladies – there’s a way to make your nails look like they just came out of a spa. Even better news – it’s super easy. All you need is a few simple nail polish swipes followed by a soak in the bathtub. Before you know it, those rough nails will be looking as good as new. Here’s how:
Get A Manicure
The first step is to get a manic, or french, manic
manicure. It’s a classic way to give your nails a shiny,
professional look without the need for invasive procedures. A
manicure basically involves applying a stripe of colorful polish
across the nail and dipping your nails in an acid mixture to
make the color more vibrant. This is a common practice among
professional nail polish artists. It’s a quick and easy way to
update your nail polish color without having to spend too much
time thinking about it. (Think about it – if you mess up one
nail polish color, you’re pretty much stuck with it for the rest
of the week. With a polish mani, you can easily change it up
again next week.)
For best results, get a bright, juicy color. Fuchsia is a
beautiful shade and very trendy right now. It’s perfect for the
fall and winter months. If you get the color right, it will
brighten up your whole look.
Soak Your Nails
After getting your nails done, it’s time for the
bathtub. It might seem odd to soak your nails before applying
polish, but trust me – it’s not. The soak allows the polish to
expand and become easier to apply, which means less mistakes
and more love bites. Plus, the water is helping your nails grow
and strengthen, which means you’ll have them for longer. So
after your nails are done, it’s time for some well-deserved
tubbing!
After you’ve soaked your nails for about ten minutes, take
some time to dry your nails thoroughly. The best way to do this
is with a few sheets of paper towel followed by a good dryer
routine. This will ensure that your nails are completely
moisturized and prepped for the final step.
Give your nails one last coat of polish and be sure to file down
any excess nail polish so that it looks like a professional
finish. You’re almost done!
As you can see, not only does this look like you spent a
ton of money at the spa, but you also have a longer-lasting
nail polish that doesn’t chip easily. The dip also helps keep
your nails hydrated, which means they’ll be healthier than
ever before. So basically, if you want shiny, healthy nails that
last as long as possible, get a manicure or soak your nails
before applying the polish – it’s the ultimate way to go!
Get Inspired
As discussed, this step is all about knowing yourself.
Who are you, really, deep down? What do you want out of life?
What makes you feel empowered? What are your dreams? What are
your aspirations?
Whatever your answers to these questions are, make sure they
inspire you. Look at the world around you and find the
beauty. Find the strength. Find the courage. Find the
conviction. You can start by changing a little something
about yourself, something that might not even matter a
whole lot to anyone else. But it will to you.
Then, change something about your environment. Look at the
world around you and find the beauty. Find the strength. Find
the courage. Find the conviction. You can start by changing a
little something about yourself, something that might not even
matter a whole lot to anyone else. But it will to you.
Remember – if you want to change your life, you must first
change yourself. The above steps will help
you transition from ordinary to extraordinary. Don’t be
afraid to take a chance and try something new. Life is
beautiful and there is nothing wrong with wanting to
make it better. Sometimes, all it takes is simply
changing your outlook. Changing your perspective.
Changing your world.