One reason why I love doing “Monthly Obsessions” is it allows me to look back and appreciate the little things in life that bring me joy. It’s currently “finals season” for me at San Diego State University and the stress level is high, but as...
Review: Printfresh’s Sustainable Sleepwear Is Unbeatable
posted by: aaliyahinspired
November 19, 2021
One thing I love is supporting small businesses who care about the environment. Being a self-proclaimed minimalist who values quality over quantity, I am careful with what I bring into my space, so when I take the time to write a review about a particular...
Us vegans are used to being the odd man out at parties, events and restaurants. So, we’ve perfected the art of bringing our own dishes to gatherings where being vegan is still unorthodox and we’ve mastered the skill of altering menu items to make them...
Affordable Vegan Skincare Products to Upgrade Your Skincare Regimen
posted by: aaliyahinspired
November 8, 2021
I get it. Some of us don’t have the luxury to spend 100 plus dollars at Mad Hippie for aesthetically pleasing vegan skin care. Being a college student, who’s usually always on a budget, my life is made up of finding quality but affordable cruelty-free...
It’s been a while since I sat down to list the things that have captivated my attention for a particular month. Since October (and fall in general) is my favorite time of year, I thought it would be the perfect time to bring back “Monthly...
One aspect of living a more peaceful and fulfilling existence is being aware of what you’re doing. Many individuals take for granted the magic awareness has. When was the last time you enjoyed your morning coffee on the porch instead of on your way out...
What Is Conscious Living?
posted by: aaliyahinspired
September 13, 2021
I, like many others, grew up with a specific template for living. I didn’t know anything other than the following trajectory for my life: grow up, go to college, graduate, get married, have kids, get promotions and prestige, and continue the cycle of hustling for...
A New Era Is Calling Your Name: Here’s Why You Should Embrace It
posted by: aaliyahinspired
July 6, 2021
Miley Cyrus is undeniably the queen of new eras. When I had the idea to write about embracing new eras, Miley Cyrus was the first image that came to mind. If we take a look at this artist’s life, starting with her career as Hannah...
You don’t have to wait for something ‘meaningful’ to come into your life so that you can finally enjoy what you do. There is more meaning in joy than you will ever need. The ‘waiting to start living’ syndrome is one of the most common...
Sometimes I find myself reminiscing on the past. Reminiscing on memories can be healthy when reflecting for improvement or refreshing when reflecting for pure enjoyment; however, there’s a healthy balance that needs to happen when journeying into the past because one could get caught up...