#that girl tips

[nightbunnysong]

Natural methods to boost collagen synthesis during weight loss

Supporting collagen production during weight loss can help maintain skin firmness and elasticity. Here are some natural ways, with specific food and herb examples, to enhance collagen synthesis:

Amino acids for collagen building

Sources: Bone broth, chicken, fish (especially salmon), and eggs provide amino acids like glycine, proline, and lysine, essential for collagen structure.

Herbal Supplement: Horsetail is rich in silica, which supports collagen production and strengthens skin tissue.

Antioxidant-rich foods

Vitamin C Sources: Citrus fruits, strawberries, bell peppers, and broccoli. Vitamin C is vital for collagen synthesis by fibroblasts.

Polyphenol Sources: Green tea, berries (blueberries, blackberries), and dark chocolate. Polyphenols combat free radicals that break down collagen.

Hyaluronic acid-boosting foods

Sources: Sweet potatoes, soy products, and root vegetables like carrots help the body produce hyaluronic acid, which hydrates and plumps the skin.

Topical and dietary vitamin A

Topical Retinoids: Retinoid creams (such as retinol) can stimulate collagen production and reduce collagen breakdown.

Dietary Sources: Carrots, sweet potatoes, and leafy greens like spinach are rich in beta-carotene, a precursor to vitamin A, which aids skin repair.

Omega-3 fatty acids and hydration

Sources: Salmon, chia seeds, flaxseeds, and walnuts. Omega-3s help reduce inflammation, supporting collagen stability.

Herbal Support: Aloe vera, when applied topically, can hydrate and soothe the skin, complementing internal hydration for skin elasticity.

These natural foods and herbs provide essential nutrients that support collagen synthesis, helping maintain facial firmness and elasticity during weight loss.

[photos from Pinterest]

[angelicgirlmj]

an angels guide: sunday reset routine

hi angels! at the end of a busy and long week you need to prioritise taking care of yourself, your mental health and your space. i like to save sundays to be a ‘me’ day, a day where i indulge in self care, cleaning and preparing myself peacefully for a busy week ahead. resetting your space and self can be an intensive routine (think thirty minute youtube videos of someone deep cleaning their house) or just simple and short (having an early night). this is my more aspirational reset routine, on an ideal sunday i will do all of this but some days i may negotiate and do a little less. hopefully this post inspires you to take care of yourself and your space.

space ˚₊‧꒰ა ꣑ৎ ໒꒱ ‧₊˚

open your windows, let air circulate.

wash bedding, pillowcases, towels and any face cloths.

light candles or incense to make your space smell good.

polish any mirrors and windows.

declutter surfaces or desks (put everything away and back into its place).

fold clothes and ensure wardrobe/drawers/clothes storage spaces are tidy.

wipe down surfaces.

clean any hair brushes, makeup brushes etc.

throw away any rubbish from bins or around you.

plan meals for the week ahead. look at what is in your fridge or cupboards and clear anything expired.

play calming playlist or playlist themed around the atmosphere you want to create in your space.

water any plants.

get new flowers/rid of old flowers.

plump any pillows, refold blankets and make your space cozy and safe feeling.

body ˚₊‧꒰ა ꣑ৎ ໒꒱ ‧₊˚

apply hair oils + hair mask and leave to soak in for the day.

do yoga/stretching in the morning.

drink a glass of water first thing.

eat nutritious meals that will allow your body to feel good.

go on a walk or exercise.

have bath/shower.

do full body exfoliation - scrub off dirt and grime from past week.

shave (if you shave your body hair).

apply deep, cleansing body washes and give self a massage of sorts.

drink tea/matcha.

clean teeth, floss, mouthwash and oil pull twice.

apply body oils, body lotions/creams.

finish day doing light stretching/yoga.

face ˚₊‧꒰ა ꣑ৎ ໒꒱ ‧₊˚

do full am and pm skincare routines.

ice face.

do gua sha routine.

apply a face mask.

tweeze/tidy eyebrows if that is a preference.

use a lip scrub or exfoliator.

gently facially exfoliate.

give self brief facial massage.

apply any spot treatments or specialised skincare.

mind ˚₊‧꒰ა ꣑ৎ ໒꒱ ‧₊˚

meditate in the morning.

journal and plan week ahead.

read at least one chapter of a book.

watch a comforting/relaxing show.

ensure all school work or anything similar is complete or at a point where it needs to be.

do something for yourself (paint your nails, colour, make something, bake etc).

plan ways to stay on top of any goals set.

set weekly goals and targets.

have an early night.

be off devices by eight if possible.

spend time with a family member or friend.

spend some time outdoors.

drink plenty of water.

thank you for reading angels! i hope this post is helpful and you have a relaxing and productive sunday. all my love, m.

[that-girl-tips]

body/overall health 101:

on a budget: youtube videos are your best friend. pilates and yoga will always be my faves. and all you need is a mat and a video that fits your experience level.

don’t focus on what you want to change about your body. keeping that in mind is fine, but you should be putting more thought into the strength you want to gain, improving flexibility and becoming more comfortable in your own body.

watch what you put in your body. fast food is fine, but only occasionally. skipping a meal is fine, but only occasionally. its all about finding healthy meals that will keep you energised and full for as long as possible.

⭐️ving yourself is the worst thing you can do in the long run. you’ll lose weight, sure, but no one can avoid the horrifying side effects. i have so much empathy for you if this is something you’re doing, but please, it’s not worth it. trust me, this is something i’ve learned the hard way.

10’000 steps is a good goal to have. whenever possible, walk instead of driving, within reason, of course.

[girlbossagenda]

how to turn heads when you walk past people

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I said it and I deliver! Today I'm going to teach you how to turn heads in public, we all need sometimes to feel like that hot chick from every 2000s movie /tv show, for example the girl from degrassi! So are you ready to become a next level of hot?

୨୧your hair୨୧

this is so important! Especially if you decide to wear a simple outfit, your hair it's going to become the key of your outfit! Of course you want the attention to be good, so go for more trendy style of something that makes you more exotic looking, I know it sounds ridiculous, but for example I attracted the most attention when I wore red curly hair, hair that are seen as more rare for people of your ethinicity are the ones that are going to get you the most attention!

୨୧your smell୨୧

When vision is not an option the Smell is the first thing that we notice(along side the sound), I suggest you to smell according to seasons and to use stuff that works great with your body chemistry

୨୧Fashion୨୧

You don't have to be all glam up, but a particular style indeed make's other turn around, find body fitting piece of clothing and accessories that increase your confidence, if you prefer a more baggy style, try to go for more graphic hoodies and particular pants(I have in mind the Trad goth aesthetic for some reasons)

୨୧your walk୨୧

Keep your back straight, walk like you know where you have to be, and make sure that you exude confidence while doing it!

Hi bonitas, how have you been doing?, sorry if I'm so slow and just repost stuff, but I have like 20000 ideas, start 1000 of them and finish 0😩 ahahajanjsbdak, I hope I helped you with today's guide xoxo

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[agirlwithglam]

how to develop self love and confidence

— a step by step guide by yours truly ♥

disclaimer!! for some people it can take a lot longer to love themselves than others, so don't be discouraged if it takes a bit longer. just remember that no matter what you think, you ARE WORTHY OF LOVE.

step 1: identifying the root cause

first you need to find WHY you dont love yourself. it usually comes down to these main reasons:

society

your looks

comparison

your abilities

childhood trauma

your current situations

it can be just one or more than one, and sometimes it may not be as simple as "my looks", sometimes you may have to dig deeper.

for me, it was because i thought i was "ugly"

step 2: once you know the WHY, research about the topic and try and solve it.

here ive broken down the 6 reasons to help you a bit: (but remember that this is just a small break down, if you want you can research more about the topic & try to battle it)

society: society has tricked us into believing that loving yourself is considered 'vain' or 'narcissistic'. let me tell you right now that THAT IS NOT TRUE. loving yourself is a basic necessity that everyone should have!!

your looks: this is something i struggled with for a loong time. remember that beauty is subjective!! bob could think that travis looks 'average' but Leo could think that travis looks absolutely gorgeous!! ☆ so how did i overcome this? i actually 'glowed up'. bc the main thing i didnt like was face- my teeth to be specific. so once i got braces, my teeth aligned and i started looking so much better. ☆ other struggles: ↴ for you if it may be acne, then you could start trying to take care of your skin better. or if its body image then if you reeeeally dont like it then literally just start working out. if you have the option to yet you still dont then dont complain. but remember that ALL BODIES ARE PERFECT. ★ another thing that helped me a lot was affirmations! i listened to a bunch of affirmations -> i used this video by thewizardliz and it did wonders! (you can also search up on yt self-love/ beauty affirmations)

comparison: for most people comparison comes from social media right? the simple solution to this would be unfollow accounts that dont serve you, or delete/ set a time limit on the social media platform "but what if i compare myself to people i meet in real life?" well we can't exactly unfollow or delete these people but what we can do is turn that jealousy (yes, jealousy) into inspiration! be inspired by the people with greater lives and use that to pull yourself forward! ☆ a quote that i read once (that may or may not help you) : "do not compare your chapter 1 to someone else's chapter 50." you never know what the other person has gone through or is going through that got them to this point!

your abilities: okay theres not much i can say here except that you can learn almost everything online nowadays. stop complaining and get off your lazy butt to prove to yourself just how much potential you have! (but don't beat yourself up for being a lazy butt, im one as well) here is a link to a TON of stuff you can learn online!

childhood trauma: this is a bit of a more delicate subject which i do not know a lot on, my best suggestion would be to just go to therapy (or use an online therapy app- betterhelp). - watching thewizardliz may help as well as she might know more about the topic.

your current situation: whether its trouble with friends, at school, at work, or with family i promise you that these things do not last forever. humans were not put on earth to be unhappy and miserable! (whats the point in that?) my advice is to learn more about the topic (for ex i was struggling with being left out w friends for a while and it did hurt a bit) and see what you can do to fix it or at least make the best out of it. + another reminder that you can use the law of assumption- in basic words the law states that whatever you desire, you have. all you need to do is accept that. heres a quote i read: "if you dont like where you are,, then move. you aint a tree." this is literally YOUR life. RESPECT yourself and dont let people treat you bad because that is disrespecting yourself!

step 3: focus on yourself!!

my favourite step!!

this is your sign to stop focussing on others' lives and start focussing on your own.

when you start to focus on yourself, up level yourself and try to become your best version of yourself, you actually end up falling in love with that version of yourself, and your current version!

ask yourself: is there even something to love?

ask yourself: would you want to date or be friends with someone like you? think actually deep about this; if your answer is no, then that obviously means that there is some work to do.

if you're constantly negative and complaining and rude all the time, trust me, literally no ones gonna want to hang out with you. and then you'll adopt that 'victim mindset' of "nobody likes me and i suck". instead of doing that, why dont you try to just suck a bit less? there isn't any pressure on you to become amazing the next day, but that doesn't mean you shouldn't try.

small things/habits to start:

gratitude

hydration

exercising

journalling

meditation

eating healthy

developing a skill

get enough sleep

take cold showers

taking care of your skin

invest in your appearance

focussing on school/ your grades

go outside! go for walks, be in nature!

changing what you consume (resources below)

some resources that helped me SO MUCH:

♡ thewizardliz

♡ tam kaur

♡ persephone's mind

and meditation! its so extremely underated but SO VALUABLE.

xoxo, vanilla

[disciplinedselfrya]

friendly reminder that you can block anyone who bothers you, every single person whose texts make you feel bad or anxious. you have to be the one who sets boundaries. you have to take care of your own peace. stop feeling bad. if you can't manage your online relationships, what makes you think you'll be able to manage your offline ones?? so yes, block those girls who are always asking you about homework, block the kid who's always swearing in their texts. if you don't like them, why are you letting them disturb you? take from them the privilege of your attention. that's the most that you can do - that will make them suffer. seeing you happy, not caring about them is greatest form of saying "f8ck off" to your enemy/competitor/that assh0le who is trying to pick a fight all the time.

(just random thoughts I had while I was actually blocking someone - a girl who's also supposed to be at the top of her class but doesn't know what her homework is so texts me all the time to ask and doesn't even say 'thank you' properly)

Rya P.S.: If you're interested, I may write a post about myself, kinda like a YT oversharing video. Just stuff and interesting facts about me cause I feel like I haven't introduced myself properly when I started this blog.

[citygalsblog]

Productive morning Routine

Now you are ready to have a productive way. I know it’s hard not to scroll on social media in the morning but it’s the worst way to start your day and if you do then at least watch some productive content that will motivate you. I love drinking apple cider vinegar as soon as I wake up it energises you and has so many health benefits. I also love matcha with oat milk over coffee, habe noticed so many differences and I have way more energy throughout the day. If you get these steps done then you’re already on the track to have a productive day and ready to slayyyy. Hope this motivates you to get up in the morning xoxo citygalblog u

- Wake up 7:30

- Don’t scroll on social media ( put your phone of other side of room so you are forced to get up the next day ! )

- First thing make your bed

- Have apple cider vinegar drink with hot water ( so much better for you than coffee)

- Shower

- Have breakfast and Matcha ( journal, read or study )

- Go for a walk and soak up some sun

[coffeeytherapy]

[jamiejade23]

Gimme

the prettiest gym bag ☁️✨

[4theitgirls]

youtube channels to motivate you this semester

♡ abao in tokyo - study with me’s & playlists

♡ advika singh - study & productivity vlogs

♡ allie c. - medical school vlogs

♡ carrot td - study with me’s

♡ celine - study with me’s

♡ deaana - medical school, study with me’s, stationary, etc.

♡ dear mimi - study vlogs

♡ dia - medical student vlogs

♡ dr. rachel southard, do - medical school & residency vlogs & talks

♡ emily feng - medical school vlogs

♡ emilystudying - dental school & study vlogs

♡ emma grace - nursing school vlogs

♡ emmalilyn - study with me’s

♡ ginny - study vlogs

♡ hyobin - medical student vlogs

♡ leighton sanders - nursing vlogs

♡ lucky penny - study with me’s

♡ lunardazes. - uni study vlogs

♡ madi’s nursing journey - nursing school & nursing vlogs

♡ mango oatmilk - study with me’s

♡ maria silva - study & hospital interning vlogs

♡ merve - study with me’s

♡ mishujo - study & productive vlogs

♡ nada - study & productivity vlogs

♡ ray hon - study with me’s

♡ sab yang - medical school & study vlogs

♡ sean study - study with me’s

♡ sierra lyn - nursing vlogs

♡ studymd - study with me’s

♡ study to success - stationary, study with me’s, study hacks, etc.

♡ tani study - study with me’s

♡ yours truly, chloe - study vlogs

♡ yulma - study with me’s

[nightbunnysong]

Act like a princess, a real fairy one.

[photos from Pinterest]

[theambitiouswoman]

⭐Vitamin Cheat Sheet⭐

Vitamin A: Vision, immune system, skin health.

Vitamin B1 (Thiamine): Energy metabolism, nerve function.

Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin): Energy production, skin health.

Vitamin B3 (Niacin): Cellular energy production, skin health.

Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid): Metabolism, hormone production.

Vitamin B6: Brain function, mood regulation.

Vitamin B7 (Biotin): Healthy hair, skin, and nails.

Vitamin B9 (Folate): Cell division, DNA synthesis.

Vitamin B12: Nervous system, red blood cells.

Vitamin C: Immune system, collagen synthesis.

Vitamin D: Bone health, immune function.

Vitamin E: Antioxidant, skin health.

Vitamin K: Blood clotting, bone health.

Calcium: Bone and teeth health, muscle function.

Iron: Oxygen transport, energy production.

Magnesium: Nerve function, muscle relaxation.

Zinc: Immune system, wound healing.

Potassium: Fluid balance, nerve function.

Iodine: Thyroid function, metabolism.

Selenium: Antioxidant, thyroid health.

[that-girl-tips]

studying:

listen in class: more than your study method, this is what really will help determine your grades. if you listen in class, your studying before an exam will be revising what you’ve already heard and what you already know. if you don’t listen in class, your studying before an exam will be a lot longer and more difficult, since you will actively be learning new information.

find a study method: this heavily depends on the person. the study method that works the best for you will be one that minimises the time spent studying, but doesn’t compromise on the results. think what helps you learn easier and find a method that takes advantage of the way you learn things easiest. do you walk around the room reciting your notes? do you write them all down? do you like listening to the information being told to you?

handle your time well: you can’t live like those studying influencers all the time. spending entire days studying and pulling all-nighters is neither healthy nor viable long-term. it will take a heavy toll on both your mind and your body and eventually, it will become counter-productive. instead, focus on making the time you spend studying enriching.

breaks: don’t spend them on your phone. have a snack, drink a glass of water, take a walk or do a short stretching routine. getting your mind off of what you’re studying will be a refreshing reset.

take care of your body: without a healthy body, studying will be ineffective, long and gruelling. so eat healthy meals, drink lots of water, fix your sleep schedule and go exercice!

[girlbossagenda]

You're a bombshell reading this post ˖⋆࿐໋

[agirlwithglam]

How to make life a little better

(I’m looking for something prettier to name this so if u have ideas spill!!)

Stop trying to impress people you don’t even like

Stop caring about being judged by the most boring, lame human beings ever (there’s 8 billion people on earth)

It’s immature to keep hating on yourself or others. Like what’s the point? It’s just making u miserable

Always give kindness and love.

It’s the small choices and actions you take everyday that make huge differences

Try to get into the flow state more

Get a diary and write all ur girly nonsense in it

Stop wondering if you’re good enough for others and start wondering if they’re good enough for you

You shouldn’t assume someone doesn’t like you unless they’ve directly told you.

Learn to observe and not absorb

Remember you don’t need to accomplish something in one sitting- whether it’s learning the guitar, crocheting, let yourself take time.

Even if you think ur life is boring and there’s nothing exciting abt it: would u rather mope and sulk or get unreasonably happy about the small mini things?

Life is 20% what happens to you and 80% how you react to it.

Be your own best friend! Push yourself on, cheer for yourself, be there when you cry.

Consciousness if everything.

You may be more inclined to reach your goals if you know someone else is depending on them.

If you don’t want to dwell on things, have things that get ur mind of it. Be busy.

[disciplinedselfrya]

Change your perspective

Hi, love.

How are you doing? Still dreaming about your dream life? Having a 'glow-up' just to give up the other day? Still looking for those results every day? I know you do. You know you do. Stop lying.

You know what you have to do. You have to take action and be disciplined. But you'll never be able to do that if you don't change your perspective.

I want you to read till the end because this is a big deal.

Maybe you've been exercising for a while, but your six packs are kinda lazy and just don't wanna come out. Maybe you've been studying Spanish every day, but the language seems more difficult as each day passes. Whatever you're doing, you're not seeing any results.

And that's why you can't have the results as your "why". Because if you do, you'll give up.

You see, those results aren't scheduled. No one can tell you "if you do 20 sit ups a day you'll have visible abs in 4 weeks bro". No that's not how it works. It may take you 3 months to see the results. Sometimes even longer.

And here's what you have to do.

You have to put your poker face on and exercise for your health. Learn Spanish because you want to be able to understand your favourite grandma. Eat healthy for your gut. To feel good. Energized. Smart. And as sad as it is, being smart, energized and happy…those things often can't be seen. Only felt.

Now let's think about the long term results. Okay. You might not get fluent in Spanish for another 6 months. But. If you won't give up, think about how you'll speak after 3 years. 4 years. If you watch YT videos about socializing and talking to people every day, you won't become Barack Obama in a year. But after five years of trial and error, I bet you'll be a charismatic speaker.

Every time you feel like giving up, remember that every action, no matter how small, adds to your success. Even if it might not seem so. That's why it's called "trusting the process".

Ok. Back to your "why". I'll tell you a secret:

Once you start putting in the work and believing in yourself, you will forget about the results. If you start eating healthy and walking more, I promise you. In a week you'll have a better body image. If you start learning coding right now, in a week you'll still be bad at it, but your confidence in your skills will change for sure. Improving ourselves actually makes us feel good. In the "ok I am doing something with my life" kind of good. You will feel better if you try and fail than if you think about what could have happened if only you had the courage to start.

Hope this helps! Take care! ☀🙏 Rya