Lost in Life

Hey all!

It hit me today that I haven't updated The Purple is Bliss in quite a while, almost a month! To be honest I've put pretty much everything by the way-side lately, not just this blog but my channel, my classes at college…everything. You could say I've been a little lost in myself and my life lately. I've been battling some depression and anxiety recently and it's just been very difficult for me to have a passion for my classes or anything, let alone this blog and my Youtube channel. I might as well just fill you in on a few updates…

I recently got my nose pierced!…as in Monday I went to the tattoo/piercing place and got it done. Literally as a compulsion. I had been thinking about it for a couple years and since I still had some gift cards from graduation, I decided to get it done. And I'm so happy I did! I absolutely love my nose piercing! I've been contemplating doing a video on it but that will just depend on your interest really. I'd be happy to take any questions and make it a sort of Q&A video about my experience with my nose piercing etc. Just comment with your questions and let me know! I would love to tell you more about it.

As I mentioned before I've been a little  very neglectful go my classes this semester. I cannot find the motivation or the passion for my classes. They just seem so dull! And really they are! They only class I genuinely enjoy going to is my Communication class. My class is Communication 101, which pretty much means a speech class (as in getting up in front and giving speeches non-stop)…at least that's what I thought. I'm incredibly happy that I was wrong! My professor is amazing and is really laid back and open with the class. And I really love the assignments she gives. They are really helping me right now. This class is literally the only class I don't mind going to. I'm thinking about looking into communication further….even if it means giving speeches.

I've also been thinking about looking into going into business either as a major or a minor. I really want to invent my own company and my own brand of something. Makeup maybe? I mean, I've looked up to Elle and Blair Fowler since forever and I see what amazing things they've achieved. They have their own brand and they're so successful. I would just love the opportunity to do that. Unfortunately I don't have exactly all the resources they do so…I'm thinking business. We will see where it goes. Other than that I've just been trying to pull myself out of some of this depression and anxiety and just get through this semester. I'll keep you updated!

xoxo,

Grace

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Resolutions TAG

My new year has been off to a very shaky start, emotionally speaking. I've started off 2014 sort of down in the dumps about life and money situations and all sorts of other issues. I just know that I didn't plan on starting off the new year in tears and sadness. Luckily I have friends that have me looking forward to things once I go back to campus. Don't worry it will be documented in photo and video! But, I thought I might as well brighten my mood by answering the questions from NikkiTutorials' Resolutions TAG. Here we go!

This tag is broken up into two parts: Looking back on 2013 and Resolutions for the new year.

Looking back:

1. Name 3 things you did this year that you're proud of

The first thing that I'm proud of myself for accomplishing was graduating high school. I never seriously doubted that I would graduate high school and I know that people will argue that compared to other life experiences this task is fairly easy but you know what? it's a huge accomplishment at this point in my life and I'm proud of it.

The second thing would have to be getting accepted into the colleges I applied to. I started out really doubtful that I would be accepted at all because I had no confidence in myself. However, I was accepted to all of them that I applied to.

Third would probably be gaining confidence. I'm pretty satisfied with how I've learned to stand up for myself and do things outside of my comfort zone. I'm still not the most social of butterflies but, I'm not as much of a wall flower either.

2. Name 1 thing you wish you would have done differently

This one is kind of a hard one because there are two "events" or "instances" that stand out to me for this question. One being not applying to MORE colleges then I did. I wish I would have had the courage and self-esteem to apply to a few more institutions such as the Art Institute. I think I missed out some with not apply to other institutions and weighing my options better. The second example again has to do with confidence. I wish I would have had the confidence to apply to jobs over the summer before I started college. I feel like I could have used my time better if I would have done that. So, I guess the main thing I wish I would have done differently was to have the confidence to do these things.

3. What was your biggest highlight this year?

I think you probably already know but in case you don't, my biggest highlight of the year was graduating from high school. It has been the proudest moment of my life so far.

4. What was your favorite beauty product this year?

This is a hard one but, I've vowed not to put down my Lorac Pro palette as my favorite product. The reason being, because it's just too new of a product to me. So, my favorite would have to be the whole Curlesque hair care system. You can view my video about it here! It's seriously a miracle treatment for curly hair. I just love it!

5. What was your least favorite beauty product this year?

This one is just too easy and it would have to be any or all of the BB and CC creams. Dear lord, they do NOTHING unless you already have perfect porcelain skin. Honestly, I only kept mine to use as a primer for other foundations. Hopefully, 2014 is a good riddance to the creams!!

6. Who do you thank for being amazing this year?

Without a doubt it would have to be my mother. Even though she does things to piss me off she has been there for me no matter what in 2013. :)

Resolutions:

7. What makeup/ beauty resolutions do you have for this year?

I definitely want to make more makeup tutorials here and on my youtube channel. I want to explore and expand my knowledge of makeup with these tutorials. I love making them so much so I definitely want to make more!

8. What fashion resolutions do you have for this year?

Hmm, I haven't really thought of this one. I suppose I'm going to try to be more fashion forward and look more put together for class.

9. What are your personal resolutions?

I wrote a post earlier that detailed some of my more personal resolutions but, it doesn't hurt to review and state them again. First off, I'm really serious about making use of the gym on campus and going there 3-4 times a week. Second, I really need to focus on my classes this semester and not skip as much. This brings my to one of my final resolutions and that would have to be making the deans list. I really want to make the deans list this year (both semesters if I can)! I'm confident I can do it if I can go to class each time!!

10. Name 1 thing you want to check off your bucket list this year

I want to check off two! First of all, I want to reach 100 subscribers on Youtube in 2014. Second, I want to go on a road trip with my friends and not give a shit where we end up. I just want to go!

I hope you enjoyed this TAG and you respond with your own answers via blog post or video! Have a wonderful second day of your new year!

xoxo,

Grace
(ThePurpleisBliss)

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Tired of Feeling "Fake"

Hey all,

Happy Halloween!!!

I've been thinking lately about my Youtube channel in comparison with my Tumblr. On Youtube I almost talk exclusively about makeup etc, which I'm extremely passionate about and will continue to do. However, on my Tumblr, I can be...how do I put this? Very opinionated! It bugs me to death that I feel scared almost to post my opinions via Youtube. It might be that I have an issue with confrontation and I'm scared of the backlash I might get for posting opinions.

I mentioned in my "50 Facts About Me" tag that I was a feminist, which I think some people think of as something "bad". Society teaches that the word "feminist" or "feminism" is a dirty word etc. So, by association...it scares me to voice these opinions. But here's the thing, it's not me to just talk about makeup! I'm passionate for a lot more than that. I'm tired of feeling fake. I'm tired of feeling like I'm hiding something from the world.

I really want to explore my filmmaking abilities and my photography abilities more and I feel like a soley "makeup" channel just isn't going to cut it. I've been working really hard to figure SOMETHING out for my channel because even with college and everything it's still something I want to do and that I miss. Therefore, there might be a slight change in what I put up and the quantity that I put up. Hold up! I'll still be doing makeup related videos but, I also might be doing other more...me videos. I 'm going to post a video about my vintage camera collection soon, I promise. As far as my room tour well...it's still in the works. But, my newest video will probably be an update video talking about this and a few other things going on. I'm also going to be tweaking this blog quite a bit...

Be patient and stay tuned,

ThePurpleisbliss

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An Update

           

Now that you've gotten the CliffNotes version, I present to you the actual novel (ha!) I'm so sorry I've been away from Youtube, Tumblr and of course my blog. College is a whole new experience for me and I'm just trying to find my way right now. But, have no fear!!

I have a whole lot of new videos coming soon. I promise you guys!! But, first and foremost I am going to film a dorm room tour. Or at least my side of the dorm room! :) And I'll also be uploading a haul video and a organization video.

xoxo,
ThePurpleisbliss

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Life Is A Journey...Not A Destination

There is a lot on my mind this morning (or afternoon!). I woke up to hear that something horrible had happened to one of my classmates from high school. He had been involved in a car accident and passed away. He wasn't just a classmate; Cody was a pretty close friend of mine. His passing got me thinking about something I wrote in my journal earlier this year about high school and life changing. I want to share this entry with you today and dedicate it to Cody. I hope you enjoy it and please, as always, be respectful.

"I don't think people realize, going into high school, how much you change as a person. Or how much others change. How much the world comes to meet you. Going into high school you don't realize that you will have to cope with loosing friends and finding who your true friends are. You don't expect classmates to kill themselves or pass away unexpectedly, become pregnant or get involved in dangerous drugs. Moreover, you definitely don't realize how much you change. To you, you're just the same person you've always been. But, then things happen that make you question who you are. 

It's then that you realize you aren't the 9th grade kid who entered high school. Over the course of 4 years you've learned more than just Algebra, AP English, History, etc. etc. etc. You've learned a hell of a lot about YOU! You've gone from being every form of fugly, to a cognizant, beautiful adult. You discover what's worth fighting for. You learn who/ what isn't worth another second of your time. You discover your passions and who you're passionate about as well, in an unexpected form! You finally open your eyes to the world around you and realize how beautiful, or in some cases ugly, it can be. Who will be there for you...and who won't.

It's strange to look back on freshman year and see how you didn't know any of this would happen, that you knew nothing about who you are. Hell, you still don't! But, you're getting there. You still don't know what the future holds. However, no matter how things turn out, you know you'll never forget how you got where you are or where you're going. Or the people who got you there. The teachers, family, friends, frenemies, loves lost or gained. If I was asked to go back to my freshman year to give myself advice; I wouldn't do it. If I did, the journey wouldn't be the same. I wouldn't be the same person. I wouldn't have to go through any of the things that got me where I am. I wouldn't have learned anything, I wouldn't have had the chance to really grow up. And that is all too necessary! These things had to happen to become the person I was meant to be. For better or worse, you must live for the journey not the destination."

Rest in peace, Cody! You lived your journey and reached your destination. I'm glad I got the chance to meet you along this journey and now that its come to a close I hope you're comforted by the fact that there are so many people in this town that care for, and love you.

xoxo,
ThePurpleisbliss

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