confidence♡

confidence 

ˈkɒnfɪd(ə)ns

the feeling or belief that one can have faith in or rely on someone or something. 

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Confidence. Are you lacking in it or full of it? 

For the majority of us, its something we are lacking or struggling in. Wether r it be body confidence or confidence that you can pass an exam. We live in a world where it can be so easy to become an unconfident person because the world is constantly telling us that we aren't perfect and we can aim to be something better.

My blogging friends and I decided to collaborate to encourage all of you reading this to be more confident. We have combined quotes, tips and personal stories. Your own personal encouragement for a day when you are feeling down and unconfident. 

If you would like to contact any of the girls who have had similar experiences to you that have participated in this post, for a chat, advice or if you have any questions, then contact me in the comments and I will direct you their way privately. But for the meantime these girls are to remain anonymous for personal reasons.

All of the stories and quotes you are about to read are from teenage girls just like you and me.

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Do not care what anybody else thinks, do it for yourself not for other people. I love acting and had to do a show were I had to sing as well as act. I was fine with the acting part but I was scared for the singing part as I am not exactly the best singer. But instead of refusing to do it I just decided I didn't care what anybody else thought. This would help me improve and not them and I'd probably never see them again. So I just did it! And I am much more confident because of it. 

Act so confident you believe it.

Don't care what anybody else thinks, as long as you are happy and comfortable with the way you are then screw what anybody else thinks.

I naturally can't eat much. Before, I felt like throwing up and it got worse around the Summer. Especially, after the pressure of having a nice body for the beach and all! Everyday, I'd make my meals smaller until I would go a whole day without eating and only drink water. I shortly became underweight. I always knew this was bad for me and I wanted to stop but I just couldn't. My school found out in November which urged me to start eating more and now I'm in recovery as well as a healthy weight. Please can you tell your followers and readers that if they need any help there are so many sites and forums online where you can talk to others. I swear it helps. Being a teenage girl is hard in as a society which always shows unrealistic standards of women that we look up to but remember these are either fake or their natural bodies. Love x

Do something you love and make new friends. 

I have never been a confident person or an outgoing person. I like my cosy evenings in. Mug of tea in hand, cuddled up in pyjamas after a bubble bath. I much prefer this than spending a night at a party or going out. And that is just me. I like my own company. Being a confident person is a great thing but they're introverts out there who aren't confident people and its okay to not fancy going out after 7pm because you want to watch your favourite Disney film and eat chocolate. The Daffodil Song by Phillipa Hannah makes me feel better about myself. Worth a listen for an instant pick-me up.
I bet you can guess who wrote this one! x 

I'm not a confident person at all, blowing things out of proportion, overthinking and I always feel not good enough for people, including myself. My blog had really helped me feel in control and better about myself. A little corner in the internet where I feel there is not a judgement or hate, just a lovely peaceful place. If blogging isn't for you, (this might sound ridiculous) look into the mirror and say 'I am good enough.' You are good enough. You matter to someone. Treat your body well and realise that what you want to look like, sometimes isn't realistic. Your body is just that, a body.

Say hello and ask new people about themselves. People are more likely to talk to you if you say something to them and show that you are approachable. Try new things and don't be afraid!

Our society is giving these false impressions that girls should look a certain way. Those stick-thin models, coated in makeup with their hair done all nice are NOT real. Have you ever seen someone like that walking around? I have never seen someone like that. Why aspire to be like someone who is not real? Be yourself. You are perfect just the way you are. Take no notice of societies opinion.

Don't compare yourself to others. We are all different and on different journeys. 

Good luck!
Emily and the teen blogging community x

january beauty favourites ft. sophie♡

This December/January I have had a lot of new favourite beauty products that I have been constantly using but again, wanted to change it up a little so I will be featuring a few of my sisters favourites too! Everything wrote in this sideways font is Sophie's opinion!

My first favourite is the Zoella Blissful Mistful perfume. I got this in my stocking for Christmas and I have been wearing it everyday since. It's such a fresh Spring scent so it will be perfect for the upcoming season. The packaging is so beautiful too! Its much lighter than a perfume so the smell isn't too overpowering. It's hard to describe the scent. Very fresh and a little floral. Definitely worth £8. 

Our next favourite is the Expert Face brushes by Real Techniques. We both got one of these in our stockings for Christmas and we have been using them everyday since. They are really good to blend in foundation, concealer and powder. I have been using mine so much as its a lot better than the buffing brush as its a nicer shape and easier to use. 

I have a new concealer favourite! I have rediscovered the Wake Me Up concealer. In the Summer months I wore this constantly as my skin had a bit of a sun kissed glow (still never tans) and I wasn't overrun with spots! In the winter I tend to stay away from this as the Wake Me Up concealer has yellow undertones so on my pale pinky skin it looks very orange. However, for a few weeks I have been mixing this with my favourite concealer - the Collection Lasting Perfection to create the perfect combination. The Wake Me Up adds a brightening effect whereas the Collection concealer adds some coverage! Perfect combo! 

For Christmas this year me and Sophie both got an EOS lip balm in our stockings. It's definitely become my go-to lip balm. I have kept it in my pencil case for most of the month so it's always on hand and its been a clear January favourite as when I need a lip balm I gravitate towards this one. They are very very moisturising, the packaging is really nice and each EOS comes with a lot of product. Mine is in the scent raspberry pomegranate and Emily's is in the scent blueberry accai. 

My current favourite bronzer and highlighter has been the Bojours Paris bronzing powder and highlighter. I heard about this through Zoe's YouTube channel and picked it up in the Summer. I love the cute packaging because it is like a little book and it smells like chocolate. I use this lightly most days to shape my face and add some shimmer but you can build this up for a more bronzy look. It's really worth the money and is my favourite bronzer and highlighter! 

Our next two favourites are something we both bought each other for Christmas. This is the Barry M Show Girl Extra Volume Black Mascara. This adds a lot of volume to your eyelashes and I have worn this everyday since I got it! It's very volumeising, I love the packaging and I have been wearing it a lot this month! 

My favourite for eyeshadow this month has been the Collection work the colour eyeshadow pencil in the colour Vintage Blush. I have been using this SO much. It adds a really pretty wash of colour to the eyelids and is even suitable to wear for school as its not too OTT. This one is a really creamy constancy and I have been wearing this everyday. Its a pinky peachy tone with a subtle gold shimmer.

This is the Natural Shadow and blush pallet from Barry which I have been using a lot this month. I got this again in my stocking for Christmas. It comes with 6 shades and a cool baby pink blusher on the end. This is a dupe for the Naked pallets from Urban Decay. My most used colour is the creamy shimmery white colour. Currently, I've been using this everyday. I really recommend it as it comes with a mix of neutrals and a darker shades too for shimmery smokier looks.

This is my Sleek blush in the colour flushed. Do not be fooled by this shockingly bright red colour that it appears to be in the photo. This is actually a beautiful cranberry colour which is perfect for Autumn/Winter which is why I have been loving it this month! 

My current favourite nail polish is the Barry M glitter nail polish in Rose Quartz. 

I have been wearing it a lot because its a really pretty glittery colour and who doesn't love a bit of glitter? Especially, as it has just been Christmas and the party season. This adds a nice little touch of sparkle to your nails! 

My favourite lip product this month has been the Tanya Burr lip gloss in Aurora. This is a really nice dusty pink colour. I love the formula of these lip glosses as their not overly sticky and are very wearable. It again has come out very dark on camera when really its a lot lighter! It also has a little bit of shimmer which is very pretty. 

My favourite lip product this month is the Revlon Laquer Balm in the shade Demure. I have been taking this everywhere with me and wearing it all the time! It's a lovely frosty nude pink colour on the lips. It's not drying at all - its nothing like the matte balms. It looks like a glossy finish which I LOVE. It's such a gorgeous colour and packaging too. I have since taking these photos bought myself another! 

Emily and Sophie x