In the theme of my campaign; to support victims of bullying, boost motivation, inspiration, happiness, self-esteem, confidence, anxiety and more, I am creating a mini series which will happen once or twice a week on random days. To give you an example, a post coming later today will be titled 'Motivated Monday!'
I hope you enjoy! :)
Chloe x
Monday, 9 June 2014
Sunday, 8 June 2014
Chloe's Concept Campaign: NEWS!
Hi everyone!
A week ago today (1st June) I launched my campaign which I created in order to support anyone who suffers from bullying, anxiety, low self-esteem/confidence/body image, depression and other issues of a similar nature. My first post for the campaign included several bloggers who talked about their own experiences and views and then also gave positive messages that people going through these things can take away with them. I loved this post because you always think "there's other people out there going through the same thing" but you never think about their stories, in this post, it brings to life the actual reality of it all.
If you want to know a bit more about me, you can read it here or if you want to check out the launch of my campaign, you can see it here!
I just want to say thank you to everyone who has supported me so far through this campaign and for everyone's kind and lovely words! Your words really inspire me to continue campaigning because by telling me that this campaign has helped you or is addressing important issues in your lives lets me know that there is a need for something like this campaign. I understand that it is not as easy as saying "let's stop bullying" because, let's be honest, unfortunately there's probably always going to be bullies out there who aren't content with their own lives, so they feel the need to involve themselves in other people's lives. Same goes for any other issues I have mentioned such as; anxiety, low self-esteem/confidence/body image and depression - there isn't an easy remedy, it is harder than going to sleep one night and waking up feeling better and getting over your problems. That's what this blog and campaign is for, changing the way people deal with these problems and providing a place for people to come and feel safe, know there are millions of people going through the same thing, feel inspired and motivated knowing they can turn their lives around!
On my blog you'll find a mixture of anything and everything so if you suffer from any of these issues but you feel like you want something to take your mind off of it for an hour or two, you can look at any of my other posts which I hope you enjoy!
The internet is such powerful tool and IF used correctly, it can be amazing. There's so much negativity all over the internet, magazines, TV shows etc in regards to how you should look and this needs to be stopped before it goes too far.
My blog & campaign is here to empower anyone who visits and to stop them from feeling like they are in this alone. If you want to talk about anything, ask advice or just want to vent, you can always catch me on Twitter, by email or on my new Tumblr blog I have set up specifically for the "Ask" feature. If you want to ask anonymously that's fine, and there's also a way I can reply to your question without it being made public, so that's fine too! My links to all those features are below:
Twitter: @ChloesConcept
Email: ChloesConcept@gmail.com
Tumblr Ask: http://ChloesConcept.tumblr.com/ask
UPDATE:
So like I have talked about in this post, the launch of my campaign included bloggers providing their stories and views on topics this campaign addresses. My next posts will be a series of interviews with lovely bloggers who feel like this campaign is needed in today's society so I will be interviewing each one about their personal experiences on each topic so anyone going through any of the issues mentioned can read a Q&A interview which is targeted to them! If you are going through multiple issues mentioned or even all of them, don't worry, I have bloggers lined up who are also going through all of these issues so there's an interview out there for everyone to read and relate to!
As well as this series of Q&A interviews, which will likely be posted weekly (but I'll keep you updated via Twitter!) I am also planning other exciting projects, so I'd love it if you stay tuned to this site so you don't miss anything! Also, if you know anyone you think this could help then please let them know!
I am always looking for bloggers to take part in my campaign projects so even if you aren't going through any of these issues but you'd like to send a special message to people going through these issues, I'd love to hear from you too!!
My contact details are just above so if you scroll up a bit you can easily get in touch!
Thank you so much for reading and supporting and I just hope this campaign can make a difference to people's lives.
Thank you!
Chloe x
A week ago today (1st June) I launched my campaign which I created in order to support anyone who suffers from bullying, anxiety, low self-esteem/confidence/body image, depression and other issues of a similar nature. My first post for the campaign included several bloggers who talked about their own experiences and views and then also gave positive messages that people going through these things can take away with them. I loved this post because you always think "there's other people out there going through the same thing" but you never think about their stories, in this post, it brings to life the actual reality of it all.
If you want to know a bit more about me, you can read it here or if you want to check out the launch of my campaign, you can see it here!
I just want to say thank you to everyone who has supported me so far through this campaign and for everyone's kind and lovely words! Your words really inspire me to continue campaigning because by telling me that this campaign has helped you or is addressing important issues in your lives lets me know that there is a need for something like this campaign. I understand that it is not as easy as saying "let's stop bullying" because, let's be honest, unfortunately there's probably always going to be bullies out there who aren't content with their own lives, so they feel the need to involve themselves in other people's lives. Same goes for any other issues I have mentioned such as; anxiety, low self-esteem/confidence/body image and depression - there isn't an easy remedy, it is harder than going to sleep one night and waking up feeling better and getting over your problems. That's what this blog and campaign is for, changing the way people deal with these problems and providing a place for people to come and feel safe, know there are millions of people going through the same thing, feel inspired and motivated knowing they can turn their lives around!
On my blog you'll find a mixture of anything and everything so if you suffer from any of these issues but you feel like you want something to take your mind off of it for an hour or two, you can look at any of my other posts which I hope you enjoy!
The internet is such powerful tool and IF used correctly, it can be amazing. There's so much negativity all over the internet, magazines, TV shows etc in regards to how you should look and this needs to be stopped before it goes too far.
My blog & campaign is here to empower anyone who visits and to stop them from feeling like they are in this alone. If you want to talk about anything, ask advice or just want to vent, you can always catch me on Twitter, by email or on my new Tumblr blog I have set up specifically for the "Ask" feature. If you want to ask anonymously that's fine, and there's also a way I can reply to your question without it being made public, so that's fine too! My links to all those features are below:
Twitter: @ChloesConcept
Email: ChloesConcept@gmail.com
Tumblr Ask: http://ChloesConcept.tumblr.com/ask
UPDATE:
So like I have talked about in this post, the launch of my campaign included bloggers providing their stories and views on topics this campaign addresses. My next posts will be a series of interviews with lovely bloggers who feel like this campaign is needed in today's society so I will be interviewing each one about their personal experiences on each topic so anyone going through any of the issues mentioned can read a Q&A interview which is targeted to them! If you are going through multiple issues mentioned or even all of them, don't worry, I have bloggers lined up who are also going through all of these issues so there's an interview out there for everyone to read and relate to!
As well as this series of Q&A interviews, which will likely be posted weekly (but I'll keep you updated via Twitter!) I am also planning other exciting projects, so I'd love it if you stay tuned to this site so you don't miss anything! Also, if you know anyone you think this could help then please let them know!
I am always looking for bloggers to take part in my campaign projects so even if you aren't going through any of these issues but you'd like to send a special message to people going through these issues, I'd love to hear from you too!!
My contact details are just above so if you scroll up a bit you can easily get in touch!
Thank you so much for reading and supporting and I just hope this campaign can make a difference to people's lives.
Thank you!
Chloe x
Friday, 6 June 2014
TUTORIAL & PRODUCT REVIEW: Perfect products to contour & highlight? Look no further!
I have spent awhile looking for products to contour & highlight with which work for me and it has not been a cheap experience!
I've spent a lot of money I don't really have on products which have ended up causing a muddy effect on my face so now that I have finally found all the products I need to successfully contour & highlight without that muddy look, I thought I'd share them with you to save you forking out money on products which aren't as good as others out there!!
Once I have applied my foundation I will use my favourite Collection Lasting Perfection Concealer as an under eye brightener, concealer & highlighter and sort of make a sideways triangle under my eyes. I will also put a little bit down my nose and on my forehead. I then blend everything all out! To apply this I use my beauty blender as I feel it gives the most even and natural coverage! (I also use this to apply my foundation!)
I then powder my face with a translucent setting powder and lightly apply my NYC eye shadow (colour 917) with my So Ecotools stippling brush. The keyword here is lightly as you do not want to go overboard with a white eye shadow all over your face! Lightly sweep little amounts down your nose, forehead and above your cheekbones... all the same places you applied your concealer.
Now, the next step all depends on your preference on what you prefer using for your contour. For awhile I used my E.L.F Powder Brush with my Bourjois Delice de Poudre Bronzing Powder. I love this bronzer as it doesn't leave a muddy effect to your face and it doesn't have a lot of shimmer in it so your face isn't sparkling when a bit of light hits you! In order to get the right contour for your face, grab a pencil or something with a straight line and hold it diagonally from the top of your ear to the corner of your mouth. This should provide you with the area you should contour in! Start off again lightly as you can always build up! (Remember, it is much easier to build up than to take off!) I don't like going too far down towards my mouth as it can come across a little too strong, halfway should be fine! I then dust some bronzer around my temples, down the bridge of my nose, my jawline (minimizes that dreaded double chin!) and I then blend down into my neck just so there's no mask!
OR you can use what I've been using recently: SEVENTEEN Instant Glow tan Cream Bronzer. The cream bronzer is such a quick and easy product to use to contour! To use this I use my beauty blender but I use a separate one to the one I use to apply my foundation and concealer! I dab this in again, lightly and press it in, in the same places I apply the powder bronzer! This cream bronzer is so easy to rectify if you make a little mistake as you can just go over it with your other beauty blender (or brush) which has your foundation and concealer products on it! I love the effect this leaves as it's also very natural and isn't heavy at all!! This product is definitely one to build on because if you go in with a heavy hand straight away, you might be scared of using it again, so keep that in mind!!
The key in this little tutorial is to blend, blend and blend again!!
I love these products and I hope you love them too! I highly recommend so let me know if you like them as much as I do!
I hope this little tutorial/review helps!!
Let me know if you have any questions or product recommendations by leaving your comments on here or tweeting me @ChloesConcept :)
Thanks for reading!!
Chloe x
I've spent a lot of money I don't really have on products which have ended up causing a muddy effect on my face so now that I have finally found all the products I need to successfully contour & highlight without that muddy look, I thought I'd share them with you to save you forking out money on products which aren't as good as others out there!!
Once I have applied my foundation I will use my favourite Collection Lasting Perfection Concealer as an under eye brightener, concealer & highlighter and sort of make a sideways triangle under my eyes. I will also put a little bit down my nose and on my forehead. I then blend everything all out! To apply this I use my beauty blender as I feel it gives the most even and natural coverage! (I also use this to apply my foundation!)
I then powder my face with a translucent setting powder and lightly apply my NYC eye shadow (colour 917) with my So Ecotools stippling brush. The keyword here is lightly as you do not want to go overboard with a white eye shadow all over your face! Lightly sweep little amounts down your nose, forehead and above your cheekbones... all the same places you applied your concealer.
Now, the next step all depends on your preference on what you prefer using for your contour. For awhile I used my E.L.F Powder Brush with my Bourjois Delice de Poudre Bronzing Powder. I love this bronzer as it doesn't leave a muddy effect to your face and it doesn't have a lot of shimmer in it so your face isn't sparkling when a bit of light hits you! In order to get the right contour for your face, grab a pencil or something with a straight line and hold it diagonally from the top of your ear to the corner of your mouth. This should provide you with the area you should contour in! Start off again lightly as you can always build up! (Remember, it is much easier to build up than to take off!) I don't like going too far down towards my mouth as it can come across a little too strong, halfway should be fine! I then dust some bronzer around my temples, down the bridge of my nose, my jawline (minimizes that dreaded double chin!) and I then blend down into my neck just so there's no mask!
OR you can use what I've been using recently: SEVENTEEN Instant Glow tan Cream Bronzer. The cream bronzer is such a quick and easy product to use to contour! To use this I use my beauty blender but I use a separate one to the one I use to apply my foundation and concealer! I dab this in again, lightly and press it in, in the same places I apply the powder bronzer! This cream bronzer is so easy to rectify if you make a little mistake as you can just go over it with your other beauty blender (or brush) which has your foundation and concealer products on it! I love the effect this leaves as it's also very natural and isn't heavy at all!! This product is definitely one to build on because if you go in with a heavy hand straight away, you might be scared of using it again, so keep that in mind!!
The key in this little tutorial is to blend, blend and blend again!!
I love these products and I hope you love them too! I highly recommend so let me know if you like them as much as I do!
I hope this little tutorial/review helps!!
Let me know if you have any questions or product recommendations by leaving your comments on here or tweeting me @ChloesConcept :)
Thanks for reading!!
Chloe x
Wednesday, 4 June 2014
Skin Solution Secret
So, you want to get rid of spots which have suddenly appeared out of nowhere? Or you have acne which you want rid of ASAP?
About 2 years ago, I developed quite a severe breakout around my nose, mouth and chin. It was painful and I couldn't even cover it which made me feel so self-conscious! I tried everything but then I decided to try a product I would never usually link with treating spots... SUDOCREM!
I swear, overnight the swelling had reduced significantly and within about two days, the majority of my breakout had cleared!
Whenever I feel a spot developing, I immediately rush for my Sudocrem. The thick consistency also makes for a soothing facial mask! Beware, it does look a bit scary and dries in white also so just keep that in mind!
Obviously, as I found the Sudocrem in the baby isle, it is used on nappy rash etc, but I guess that is why it works so well for breakouts! It also works really well on facial redness, which is what I have also!
I can't promise it'll work for everyone as everyone's skin is different and the severity of acne is different for everyone but I really do suggest you try this! It's so cheap, for about £2 you'd be mad not to try it!
I hope this little skin solution secret works for you!
REMEMBER, when you need a skin solution, think SUDOCREM!
If you have any other products to help acne or facial redness, drop me a comment or tweet me @ChloesConcept!
Chloe x
About 2 years ago, I developed quite a severe breakout around my nose, mouth and chin. It was painful and I couldn't even cover it which made me feel so self-conscious! I tried everything but then I decided to try a product I would never usually link with treating spots... SUDOCREM!
I swear, overnight the swelling had reduced significantly and within about two days, the majority of my breakout had cleared!
Whenever I feel a spot developing, I immediately rush for my Sudocrem. The thick consistency also makes for a soothing facial mask! Beware, it does look a bit scary and dries in white also so just keep that in mind!
Obviously, as I found the Sudocrem in the baby isle, it is used on nappy rash etc, but I guess that is why it works so well for breakouts! It also works really well on facial redness, which is what I have also!
I can't promise it'll work for everyone as everyone's skin is different and the severity of acne is different for everyone but I really do suggest you try this! It's so cheap, for about £2 you'd be mad not to try it!
I hope this little skin solution secret works for you!
REMEMBER, when you need a skin solution, think SUDOCREM!
If you have any other products to help acne or facial redness, drop me a comment or tweet me @ChloesConcept!
Chloe x
Monday, 2 June 2014
Transition Outfit: Smart/Casual Spring/Summer look.
I always like to feel comfortable. If I'm not comfortable in what I'm wearing, even if it's an outfit I absolutely love then I will likely change into something else. If you're not comfortable in what you're wearing, you won't be confident in it, so why wear it?
Now, in the UK the weather is still a little dreary and not exactly what you would call summer, so my outfits are still suited for Spring! Here I've put together an outfit I love and feel comfortable wearing. I especially love the ankle grazers! A little bit pricey, but such an investment buy and a definite staple in your wardrobe for days you don't feel like wearing jeans!
Of course, on days where it is a little bit chilly outside, throw on a leather jacket and change the sandals for some grey or black pumps and you're all set!
Let me know if you liked this look!
Don't forget to follow me on BlogLovin' if you haven't already (button on the side!) and tweet me @ChloesConcept!
Thanks for reading!
Chloe x
Now, in the UK the weather is still a little dreary and not exactly what you would call summer, so my outfits are still suited for Spring! Here I've put together an outfit I love and feel comfortable wearing. I especially love the ankle grazers! A little bit pricey, but such an investment buy and a definite staple in your wardrobe for days you don't feel like wearing jeans!
Of course, on days where it is a little bit chilly outside, throw on a leather jacket and change the sandals for some grey or black pumps and you're all set!
Let me know if you liked this look!
Don't forget to follow me on BlogLovin' if you haven't already (button on the side!) and tweet me @ChloesConcept!
Thanks for reading!
Chloe x
How I advertise!
This blog post is a little read that will hopefully help some people who are interested in advertising on their blog but are maybe unsure about it!
I accept advertising on my blog thanks to Adlet. Adlet is a UK based ad platform which provides a service to help bloggers advertise on their blog! The awesome thing about Adlet is that there are no sign up fees, no monthly contracts and it is really simple to use! There is absolutely no catch!
I highly recommend Adlet, so why not jump on board too... You have nothing to lose! :)
*...Also, a little disclaimer, this is not a sponsored post at all, just thought I'd mention that :)*
I hope this helps anyone looking to advertise on their blog!
Chloe x
Sunday, 1 June 2014
Introducing Chloe's Concept Campaign: the first installment.
Hi and welcome!!
My name is Chloe and I'm 21, studying Media and Communications in university in the UK. For a few years I
have been reading blogs on topics such as makeup, hair, fashion,
interior and lifestyle! I decided to set up this blog because just
like a lot of people out there with blogs of their own, they have a
passion for it and I enjoy trying new products and different styles!
In university, I study Media and
Communications with a passion for the PR industry including Digital
Media. I believe so strongly in the power it holds and I wanted to
apply my knowledge of it and put it to good use. Something that has
always been an important topic to me is bullying/self-esteem/low
confidence. I feel that these are common issues that are not dealt
with correctly and efficiently. I want to utilise this blog not only
for beauty and fashion reviews, tips and tricks I've learnt along the
years, but for a place people can come and feel at home and safe.
When I started secondary school at age
11, I cannot tell you how much I hated it... it was extreme! After
crying every single day before school, in school and when I came home
from school it took a tole on my health. I was diagnosed with a life
long condition called Diabetes type 1 in February 2005, only a few
months after I started that school. Now while there is no scientific
link between these, I believe that the stress and depression I went
through was a contributing factor to my pancreas shutting down. I
also, like so many others, had many ups and downs with friends
throughout my years at my secondary school and couldn't wait to
leave. I literally would count down the days until I could leave at
age 16. I know it is easy for for people to say “it'll be
ok” and you think “no it won't” but coming from someone who has
been through what you are going through, I can promise you,
it does get better and I am genuinely NOT saying that just to please
you and build your hopes up, I swear it honestly gets better. So much
so, when I turned 16, I didn't want to leave school, so I stayed on
for sixth form AND stayed on an extra year before I went to
university. I think what done it for me was finding something I was
interested in, like really interested in and just concerned myself
with that and made my own little bubble. For me, I loved reading
blogs, watching tutorials and vlogs. I would literally sit and watch
them from tea time until I went to bed (even when I had homework to
do!)
I was
never the brightest student in school and I think that's because I
didn't thoroughly enjoy what I was learning so when I started
thinking about university, I couldn't make my mind up on what I
wanted to do because I felt I needed to choose a subject that was
going to motivate me! I decided I had a passion for media – I loved
the idea of how films were made, the camera work etc so I decided
that was what I was going to do in university. I applied for
university and worked really, really hard and somehow managed to get
the grades required. This was I think my turning point where I
realised I had found that subject that excited me and motivated me.
I've just finished my second year and I'm really proud of myself for
getting grades I never imagined I could get. I've filmed and edited
films for my course, created campaigns and gave presentations to a
huge class full of people, something I still can't believe I did as I
can't explain how much I hate standing in front of a huge audience
and talking myself! I think I have found my passion in Public
Relations which involves creating and implementing campaigns. I
really, really love this and I love studying it in university! As I
have previously said, I want to use my knowledge from this to apply
it to launching my own campaign on targeting bullying, self-esteem
and body confidence issues and motivate and inspire people, whoever
you are, whatever you are going through, to come out stronger and
happier in the end. I can't express more to you how important this is
to me and how much I am committed to providing support, guidance,
advice or motivation for anyone who needs that little boost or even
for those who just want to talk.
I
want this blog to be somewhere people come straight to when they
start to feel down or alone, even if you just want to have a look at
the other sections of my blog to get your mind off of things, that's
fine too. I feel that there is so much pressure to fit in, be
perfect, look a certain way and be a certain size that it is just
clouding people's minds to the extent where obviously they are going
to feel inferior and that puts even MORE pressure on people! It is a
vicious circle and nothing is being done about it. I understand it
isn't as easy as saying all of this and solving everyone's problems
but even if this blog helps one person, I'll be happy!
I want this little space of the
internet to be a tool individuals can use to come and get advice,
share their problems (remember, a problem shared is a problem
halved!), build their confidence, increase motivation and get
inspired, although, this blog is obviously here for reliable reviews,
tips, tricks and general little reads if you feel like that instead!
The internet can be a wonderful tool if
used correctly, and that's what my plans are for this blog and
hopefully together, we can remove these issues from today's society
and come out stronger in the end!
One message: Take back what's yours. If you have gone through or are going through any negativity due to bullying, cyber bullying, self-esteem, low confidence or body confidence issues, it is your time now to take back what belongs to you and be the person you want to be!
One message: Take back what's yours. If you have gone through or are going through any negativity due to bullying, cyber bullying, self-esteem, low confidence or body confidence issues, it is your time now to take back what belongs to you and be the person you want to be!
Please do not hesitate to contact me
for any issue you have, big or tiny, there is never an issue too
small to talk about!
Email: chloesconcept@gmail.com
Twitter: @ChloesConcept
Chloe x
Katie from Funsize Beauty:
Hey lovely people! I'm Katie, from the blog Funsize Beauty! I live in the Welsh Valleys, with my loving family. I am surrounded by caring friends, but there's always something thy has to knock you down. Briefly on my blog I addressed certain issues, bullying being one of them. I have been a victim of bullying on many occasions unfortunately. You name it and I've been bullied about it. I won't go into detail as it something I'm not entirely comfortable talking about, but back last year I had a really bad panic and became really depressed over it. I'm going to put this out there now and say in no way did the form of depression that I went through, and occasionally still go through from time to time, result in self-mutilation. I get the occasional panic attack, I feel isolated from the rest of the world, and I cry a lot, but that doesn't mean to say I won't get out of this mess, and the same goes for you. The point is I am hear to talk to you about bullying, isolation, self-confidence etc, and more importantly to listen to you and your problems. I know being bullied is a hard thing to cope with, but it does go away at some point. I promise! What ever the bullies do to says more about them than it does about you!
Although
I wish I had never been bullied in the first place, I would never go
back and change it because it's made me the person I am today. You
can turn being a victim of bullying into something positive (as crazy
as it sounds). I think that this generation could be the most
understanding one yet! The amount of children bullied today compared
to decades ago has escalated, but why? The internet! Myself and a few
others are using our power over the internet to fight against
bullying, and help you. If what I have to say will help at least one
of you, then I've done my job.
I
love YOU lots like Jelly Tots,
With
Love,
Katie
xxx
Need
to vent to someone? E-mail me, I'm hear to talk:
Twitter:@FunsizeBeautyTV
Blog:
Allie from Tie-Dye-Eyes:
I'm
Allie, a 19 year old fashion promotion student and fashion blogger,
studying at MMU but living in Liverpool. These issues are really
important to me as, although I share pictures of myself in outfits
everyday on the internet, I suffer from terribly low self-esteem.
I've always felt this way for as long as I can remember, particularly
about certain features and my freckly skin. Over the past year or so,
this has gotten worse and my anxiety levels have gone through the
roof, but I've found that talking to others in the same situation
really does help. It means you're not alone and there's always
someone who'll listen. That's what we're here to do.
Twitter: @allie_davies
Blog: http://tie-dye-eyes.blogspot.co.uk/
Twitter: @allie_davies
Blog: http://tie-dye-eyes.blogspot.co.uk/
Sophie from Pretty and Polished:
Hi,
I'm Sophie! I'm a 20 year old blogger from High Wycombe, living in
[sunny] Brighton. I have suffered from trichotillomania (TTM) since I
was 3 years old. It's an impulsive hair-pulling disorder which not
only brings physical disfigurement, but mental and emotional harm. I
pull my eyelashes and eyebrows out, and have suffered depression,
anxiety and other psychological side effects since doing so. Going to
an all-girls secondary school, I knew I would be judged on my
appearance rather than my worth as an articulate, intelligent human
being. That's just the way teenage life goes! I discovered make-up in
early teenage life as a form of hiding my disorder, but I knew that
it wasn't enough; people could see beyond that. I was constantly
asked questions about my eyelashes and brows, to which I responded
with lies and denial, too scared and ashamed to admit I had a
disorder over which I had no control. I felt abnormal, subhuman,
different, but in a bad way. My self-esteem plummeted as I absorbed
their negativity and ignorance of the illness; I was the shy weirdo
with no lashes. I used university as a clean break, a chance to be
honest with my peers, to accept that the disorder was part of what
made me, me. Acceptance of yourself, your disorders, flaws and
imperfections, although it may take a while to get there, is so
liberating. It's the first positive step you can make in getting
better. Once I was honest, my new uni friends were incredibly
understanding. They accepted me, and I accepted myself. Who you
surround yourself with makes a big difference; your friends and
family will be there to turn to and to lend their support. You are
never alone; there are even people in the same position of you
online, so reach out! This project will be a place for you to do
that; to find others in the same boat, to get advice, to talk to
someone, to feel safe. We understand you!
Find
out more about the illness at www.prettyandpolished.co.uk
I also tweet a lot of advice and information about it from @Pretty_Polishd
I also tweet a lot of advice and information about it from @Pretty_Polishd
I
post pictures of make-up for covering up TTM and what TTM really
looks like on Instagram. Find me
at www.instagram.com/prettyandpolishedblog
Sarah from Sarahsmilessxxx:
I’m Sarah and I blog and vlog over at Sarah Smiles. I am 20 years old, I go to university in Aberystwyth to study Psychology and I hope to go into PR after graduation.
Myself,
like a lot of people, suffered from bullying during my school life.
We were a group of three friends and slowly I got pushed out and made
to feel like the third wheel. Mine happened between the ages of
around 11-13 and I’m going to be honest, I literally hated life
during that time. I would make up excuses as to why I didn’t want
to go to school. I would feel like being bullied was my own fault. I
would try more to get my bullies to like me and I would spend more
time trying to fit in. I would get pushed out more and would get more
and more upset.
However,
I surrounded myself with new people, made new friends and let the
bullies know that they couldn’t hurt me. I had a support network of
people that meant I didn’t need horrible people like that in my
life. The funny thing is the people who bullied me, actually wanted
to become friends with me in later years.
I
feel like the social media platform should be used as a giant
exposure and support network. Most people will go through bullying
and knowing you’re not alone is a huge support. Having someone to
talk to and relate to can be vital in stories of bullying.
I
don’t want to sound patronising, but believe me when I say things
do get better. Although it might not seem like it at the time, just
know that there are always people to talk to, to help you and to
support you through your toughest times, and I promise you will come
out the other side.
Keep
smiling, lots of love, Sarah xxx
Blog
/ Twitter / Youtube
Twitter: @sarahsmilesxxx
Eesha from Eesha's Glam:
Bullying
is something which can effect everyone at any age. Bullying is
something which can ruin someone's life. I have been very lucky and
have not come across any sort of bullying as of yet and fingers
crossed it stays that way as I have seen what bullying can cause some
people to do. It does not only effect you mentally, it can effect you
physically as well as emotionally. Bullying has become a big abuse,
it comes in many shapes and forms. From being pushed around, being
called names, teased, or something your just not comfortable
with..etc It can effect a persons self esteem, self confidence and
even to the extreme of their meaning of life. I feel like media
should play a bigger role to support bullying campaigns so they can
grab a wider range of audience. In my Sixth Form, there was no
general debate or discussion about bullying which is a shame really
as students are at a higher risk of being victims of bullying. We
only studied the subjects which we choose to study, however I think
in tutor/form times, the topic bullying should be put forward more
often so students know there are people who are out there to help! If
you are a victim of bullying whether it is cyber bullying, physical
abuse... Then speak to someone. No one will laugh or say it's your
fault as it is not. It is important to make sure if you are a victim
never to blame yourself. Just talk to someone! I wish I could go and
scream it out - TALK TO SOMEONE! That's the only way to resolve it,
don't keep it inside as a secret as that will do you no good. Talk to
your parents, teachers, family members, friends or anyone you feel
comfortable to talk to. The old motto was 'sticks and stones may
break my bones but words will never hurt me', however I find words
are the most hurtful. They say niceness is priceless so why can't we
all be nice? We should all take a stand and 'lend a hand' as we need
each other's support to become stronger and to fight off the bullies.
Just remember it won't make you 'big' just by making someone feel
'small'. We can all beat bullying! If you are a victim or even an
offender and would like to talk to me about this topic then please do
not hesitate to email me at eeshablog@gmail.com.
I will be more than happy to help.
Eesha
Twitter:@eeshasglam
Emma from Dino's Beauty Diary:
Hey everyone!
So here's a little bit about me: I'm 21, soon to be 22, just graduated with a Law degree and now putting all my effort into my blog, which at the moment is probably one of the most important things to me. Looking back, when I was in school I never thought I would be who I am today, or where I am. In school, I was one of those shy girls, surviving through school on the outlines and struggling with bullying because of who I was. As a result of the bullying, I withdrew into myself, changing and acting like someone different in order to try and fit in. School was a living nightmare for me, and as a result of being bullied for so long, I withdrew into myself, struggling with no confidence and the way I looked, just because I wasn't like the other girls at my school. I know how much of a struggle school is, how the bullying can feel endless and like you have hope. I just hope people out there struggling with the same problems will realise it won't always be that way, and if it gets too much, always confide in someone. One day you will have the upper hand and you will be confident in yourself. Like me, you should realise that it doesn't matter what other people think; as long as you're happy, who cares? Nothing else matters :)
Emma xoxo
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Rebecca from Rebecca Alicee:
Bulling is probably, one of the worst
things anyone could experience. I was bullied for as long as I can
remember – too tall, too fat, geeky, nerd. It broke me, took away
my self-esteem and made it impossible for me to trust people. There
were times when I didn’t want to go out of the house and for a girl
training to be an actress, confidence is a must! But, looking back on
it, I realised that those bullies were probably just as insecure as
me and although I’m not condoning what they did, they more than
likely came from or experienced circumstances that weren’t very
nice. My Mum always told me that people were jealous and that’s why
they picked on me – because I could do something they couldn’t or
because I looked the way they wanted to look. As hard as bullying is
and no matter how sad or hurt you feel, you must remember that you
are better than what they say you are. No matter what they call you
or what they say about you, it won’t be true. You’re worth more
than that. You’re beautiful.
Rebecca
Twitter: @rebeccaalice_bl
THANK YOU
I hope you have enjoyed this post and that it has been somewhat helpful! Please watch this space because this isn't a one off post, it is something that will feature on my blog permanently. If you know anyone this could help, please send them the link!
Thank you to every blogger who took part in the launch of this campaign. I hope everyone's wise, truthful words inspire anyone out there going through negative times.
If you would like to take part in future posts, send me over an email at chloesconcept@gmail.com, I would love to hear from you!!
Please spread the word over social media sites and lets help change people's lives for the better!
Thank you so much for reading and come back soon!!
Chloe xx
@ChloesConcept
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