Progression

Its amazing how easy it is to forget about or become impatient of progression. People are constantly trying new workouts, attempting to raise their grades in school, starting new diets, and all sorts of other things in search of results. Often times, these new things don't quite turn into habits.
Waiting for progress to come isn't easy because results don't always appear at the blink of an eye. It can take a while; days, weeks, months, even years before the results are noticeable.

So, here are some tips on staying focused and on track when searching for progress.
1. Make sure to have a realistic goal in mind.
-Trying to have the sexiest beach body off a magazine may not be achievable in reality. Instead, maybe go for toned abs and strong thighs.
2. Take note of any milestones towards reaching your goal.
-Maybe that excruciating workout video that you couldn't even complete in the beginning is becoming increasingly easier for you. Note that. That's progress!
3. Understand that even if you aren't seeing results, what you are doing is truly beneficial for you or you body.
-Perhaps eating a healthier diet isn't really making you lose those extra pounds you want to lose but eating healthier is leaving you with more energy and less fatigue. Focus on that part instead.
4. Lastly, don't become miserable in it.
-Enjoy your life! It's not worth becoming miserable over lack of visible progress. Maintain a positive outlook on what you're doing.

I hope these tips help you out. All of these things, I apply every time I am struggling to achieve. If you have any questions comment below and follow me on either of my instagrams @eliselemans and @lemanadee. I'd be delighted to hear from you guys. It really would mean the world to me.
~Lemanade <3

Rejection

At some point in your life, I am sure you have encountered rejection. Whether it be from a sports team, a crush, or any other situation, it happens. What people don't seem to understand is that it is okay and that its part of life.
Today I found out that a school club that I tried out for that I happened to be really passionate about didn't want me on their team. Was I disappointed? Hell yeah but being that this isn't the first time something like this happened, I was okay. I felt stronger than last time and thats a good thing. Not making this club this year is motivating me to focus more on school as well as write and keep up this blog.
To all the guys and girls out there that have faced rejection, I have faith in you! Believe in yourself and you can achieve anything. If you need any help with anything, feel free to comment below and I would be more than happy to kik or snapchat you. We need to spread positivity and I think that this platform I am trying to create of beauty, fashion, ponderable topics, and discovery will do just that.
~Lemanade