6 Ways to Reduce Stress

Like it or not, we all have stress in our life. And as much as I would love to sit back and watch episodes of Gossip Girl all day, I will never have a stress-free existence. Working, going to school, and holding a position in my sorority sends all sorts of stress my way.


So how do you reduce your stress? Here are 6 ways that will help you calm down and prioritize without loosing your mind: 

1. Get moving! There is nothing better for stress than a good jog or aerobics class. I make sure I hit the gym at least 4 times a week. This will keep your body in shape and ready for everything you throw at it- including those 4am cram sessions. 
2. Get enough sleep. Getting enough z's at night will do wonders for your energy and mood!
3. Make a to-do list. Keep everything in check, this will also help you prioritize your most important tasks. 
4. Write a journal. Write down what you feel, even if you never look at it again. 
5. Spend time with those you love. Laughing makes you live longer, and it never hurts to have a shoulder to cry on, I always feel better about a situation after venting for a half hour to my boyfriend. Sometimes saying something out loud helps to put a situation into perspective. 
6. Make some time for yourself. Paint your nails, read a non-school related book or even just lay on your couch for a half hour. If you don't save any time for you, you will end up burnt out faster than you can say 

What do you think? What are some ways that you de-stress? 

Sincerely Yours, 

The Twenty Something 

Got some free time? Put down the remote! Books are better than TV

Although I admit to watching the occasional episode of Jersey Shore or Keeping up with the Kardashians, I believe that reading is a better way to spend my free time. Reading not only widens your world view and improves your language skills but it can be widely entertaining.

If Catcher in the Rye in high school was the last novel you opened, it is best to start with material that will grab you and keep you reading. “Chick-lit”, as it is called by the literary community, will make you smile, cry and laugh out loud. I typically read 2-3 of these kinds of book a year, mostly after exams to refresh my mind with some ligh-hearted reading material. Below are some of my favorite books and series.

Shopaholic Series by Sophie Kinsella (There are 6 books in total and I suggest reading every one of them- do not be scared off by the movie, the books are much better!)

Everyone worth Knowing by Lauren Weisberger (The same author of The Devil Wears Prada, witty and charming writer)

Something Borrowed/Something Blue by Emily Giffin (This is a two part series, I would also suggest anything by this author. I nearly jump for glee when she releases a new book!)

What do you think? What are your favourite books to read in your pastime?

Sincerely Yours,

The Twenty Something 

How to spot a "Stupid Girl"

This post is inspired by "How to be a Hepburn in a Hilton World"... If you are looking for some light reading, look no further than this delightfully entertaining "how to" book. 


"Stupid girls" flock my university (yes, they go to university) campus on a daily basis. There are so many of them it is sometimes hard to spot the ones who are only going through a "stupid" phase opposed to those girls who will give our gender a bad name for years to come. "Stupid girls" are the ones who use "like" or "um" in every sentence, or who think that acting dumb is "cute". You know them, you hate them and you are "friends" with them. Here is a way to spot them from a far. I like to call it my "Stupid Girl" checklist: 

1. She is almost always overexposed. This can relate to clothing (hello, it is NOT okay to show your underwear to the general public) and personal life (I didn't really want to overhear a description of your sexual tryst last night either). 
2. She speaks like she's a member of the Clueless cast: "like totally" and "um" can only be used so many times in one hour. 
3. She measures herself in terms of looks and boyfriends. You blonde hair or your hot boyfriend doesn't really make you a proactive and contributing member of society. 
4. Her conversation points consist of what she saw on TV last night. Having more to talk about than pop culture is a major bonus and will get you very far in life and your future career. 

What do you think? Do you have anything to add to my list? 

Sincerely Yours, 

The Twenty Something 

Standing out in your cubicle!

Although I am currently a student, I am also enrolled in the co-op program at my school. So, right now I am working full time at an internship in Public Affairs- which I love! 


However, the one thing I noticed about working in an office that is not related to the fashion industry is the constant urge to be lazy and slightly unfashionable. I love to express myself through what I put on, so to me, this is extremely worrisome. To avoid this possible dive into a blah-ish work ensemble, follow these steps: 

1. Buy work clothes that are classy and sophisticated, but tell the world a little something about your personal style. I love very girly things, so when I find a nice silk top with a bow on it to wear under a blazer or cardigan I buy it right away! 
2. Try to plan your outfits in advance. It can be easy to get lazy when you are waking up at 7am and throw on a pair of dress pants with a standard sweater. If you have to do this, throw in a dazzling pair of earrings or a cool watch! 
3. Always be confident in what you wear. Don't let a suit wear you! You need to walk with confidence and poise in everything you put on, this not only will exude personal style, but your co-workers will be in awe about how confident you are. 

What do you think? What are your rules for rocking your personal style? 

Sincerely yours, 

The Twenty Something