tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3694576553060225835.post692674597187090502..comments2024-03-27T06:32:52.666-04:00Comments on BELLEMOCHA.com: Here's the Story of How I became Pretty and it Changed My LifeNadegehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11975115999295130249noreply@blogger.comBlogger23125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3694576553060225835.post-87245557235609781362020-01-22T08:21:50.628-05:002020-01-22T08:21:50.628-05:00I suppose its all semantics. When you say polished...I suppose its all semantics. When you say polished the image that pops into my head is old Hollywood glamour which is a lot. I personally find the elusive - "girl next door" look to be attractive and most importantly, approachable. After a quick look at your Instagram, I can say that you have successfully pulled this off :-). B2D2https://www.blogger.com/profile/03918586185659799193noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3694576553060225835.post-89060445397635257342018-03-15T19:12:17.462-04:002018-03-15T19:12:17.462-04:00What an awesome article. Love your writing and phi...What an awesome article. Love your writing and philosophising!Tropical girlhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07416893150580501103noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3694576553060225835.post-37047166553568530912018-01-06T22:40:58.718-05:002018-01-06T22:40:58.718-05:00Im challenging myself to this now! and really, its...Im challenging myself to this now! and really, its totally worth it. men and women noticeDaphne Bhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16535595531740572539noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3694576553060225835.post-63589198107811054972017-09-14T03:04:54.247-04:002017-09-14T03:04:54.247-04:00Love this challenge! Love this challenge! Jennifer Denthttps://jenniferdent.com/noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3694576553060225835.post-26588444419854918722017-06-11T11:25:20.256-04:002017-06-11T11:25:20.256-04:00Melissa, you make some great points (namely, the f...Melissa, you make some great points (namely, the fact that there are different kinds of "signature styles" and you need to find what works for you and your lifestyle)--however, I disagree that being polished is something that just comes "naturally" to the women who work toward that style.<br /><br />I believe that the difference between a woman with any kind of signature look (whether polished, maintenance, or other) and one who doesn't is her habits. Some women grew up with parents who encouraged them to value their looks and thus, it was easy for them to discover these things early on. This is why it seems to come "naturally" to them.<br /><br />Others, for whatever reason, were discouraged from placing any kind of emphasis on their looks, and therefore, they have no kind of style even if they would rather have *something*.<br /><br />I think if you look at much of the research that's out there, you find that habit formation becomes a lot more difficult when you are an adult. Thus, yes, it does require discipline to try something new--raw desire and "willpower" are not enough. Furthermore, simply because someone needs to work hard at something does not mean they do not want it. Ask any medical or law student, or anyone who wants to lose a ton of weight.<br /><br />Anyway, I enjoy reading this blog because I, too, am in the habit formation/early phase of a few things (e.g. becoming a physically active person, developing my signature style) and there's a lot of food for thought on here for those who are interested in living the life they want. <br />onlyalittlenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3694576553060225835.post-67235822526378158052017-05-10T08:05:11.483-04:002017-05-10T08:05:11.483-04:00The truth is, being a polished woman comes natural...The truth is, being a polished woman comes naturally for many of those polished women. If it isn't TRULY WHO YOU ARE...... what's the point? Have you perhaps tried being the MAINTENANCE WOMAN instead? There are two types of women in the self care aspect..... 1. Polished woman e.g. Kim Kardashian & family, Jennifer Lopez 2. Maintenance woman e.g. Karla Deras of karlascloset.com <br /><br />Both depend on the woman's general personality. The polished woman loves a high maintenance life, she likely has the money to splurge, and the time, She just NATURALLY and GENUINELY loves it. She loves to try different things, the more, the better. She doesn't even have to think about it to do it, nor do experiments to incite the discipline to. Then there is the maintenance woman, She looks good, really good, but in a natural/simple way as though she was JUST born like that - but what it is, is that she's found her signature look and never strays. Her skin/hair/body is just as great. <br /><br />I like this blog, but I felt this post came across a bit pathetic (not in an insulting way, in a 'this is kinda sad' way) because it sounds as though you are trying to be who you aren't. <br /><br />xMelissahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16371918286074405364noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3694576553060225835.post-17794467278230588142017-05-06T16:22:41.813-04:002017-05-06T16:22:41.813-04:00I absolutely love your writing. FINALLY someone I ...I absolutely love your writing. FINALLY someone I can identify with that's giving me the motivation I need. I will be trying to implement this into my own life. I want to build a better mindset!Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16618697607028855362noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3694576553060225835.post-10743436793642468572017-03-17T00:03:07.468-04:002017-03-17T00:03:07.468-04:00Thank you for this! :)Thank you for this! :)A.Mariehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18415439719937117524noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3694576553060225835.post-31495316446362680102017-02-16T01:08:35.209-05:002017-02-16T01:08:35.209-05:00Love this blog! Your story reminds of the day this...Love this blog! Your story reminds of the day this very beautiful blk woman staring at me. I'm thinking like wtf,as I continued <br />Doing me. A light went off I'm like that's jas tookes. Beauty always appreciate beautyOut of Californiahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08429572787320517186noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3694576553060225835.post-12749474510746821222016-12-30T19:28:08.004-05:002016-12-30T19:28:08.004-05:00Wonderful response. I admire how gracious and well...Wonderful response. I admire how gracious and well-spoken (written? Lol) you are. alyssar.xhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03738770429265850190noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3694576553060225835.post-89577946889448460262016-11-21T06:27:49.871-05:002016-11-21T06:27:49.871-05:00That makes 2 of us. Just hit 14 weeks and starting...That makes 2 of us. Just hit 14 weeks and starting to feel like myself again. This is a great reminder. <br />Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3694576553060225835.post-91172944955335197042016-11-04T19:02:38.260-04:002016-11-04T19:02:38.260-04:00This is awesome!!!!!! I am currently in my 1st tri...This is awesome!!!!!! I am currently in my 1st trimester of pregnancy feeling like death... I am starting to feel better now. I am definitely going to try this out for myself!Michelle Brandthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12845478067155167154noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3694576553060225835.post-30905231842055860372016-10-13T12:12:54.308-04:002016-10-13T12:12:54.308-04:00Great post & NICE blog! Just started following...Great post & NICE blog! Just started following on FB. 💕💕💕Hope Simmons Beautyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13574636790908500944noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3694576553060225835.post-79097573055136990382016-10-12T22:23:32.931-04:002016-10-12T22:23:32.931-04:00Great post! I just started a new job and feel lik...Great post! I just started a new job and feel like I've just let myself go. My main source of angst is my hair. I've been natural for about 5-6 years. With this new job I've worn it slicked down (as slicked down as 4a hair allows!) in a ponytail EVERY.SINGLE.DAY. Time for me to work on myself! Thanks for the reminder!Unknownhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16757097725271276685noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3694576553060225835.post-87774280952871806552016-10-12T21:14:18.639-04:002016-10-12T21:14:18.639-04:00It's my pleasure Anon. We all slack from time...It's my pleasure Anon. We all slack from time to time. But we can always get back on track again. Nadegehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11975115999295130249noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3694576553060225835.post-8607699310202083872016-10-12T21:12:24.207-04:002016-10-12T21:12:24.207-04:00Aww, thanks Anon.
Yes, I do believe that present...Aww, thanks Anon. <br />Yes, I do believe that presenting your best self to the world can have a huge impact on the quality of your life. I have multiple posts on this topic. Be sure to check out these others posts:<br />1. 5 Reasons to Wear Makeup More Than You do Now ( http://www.bellemocha.com/2015/08/five-reasons-to-wear-makeup-more-often.html).<br />2. Why do Attractive People Dress Well (http://www.bellemocha.com/2015/08/five-reasons-to-wear-makeup-more-often.html).<br />3. 5 Reasons to get Glam Everyday (http://www.bellemocha.com/2016/01/5-reasons-to-get-glam-everyday.html)<br />4. How to Look Amazing Everyday without fail (http://www.bellemocha.com/2015/06/how-to-look-amazing-every-day-without.html)<br /><br />Have fun! Nadegehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11975115999295130249noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3694576553060225835.post-86423134113710901092016-10-12T21:00:09.721-04:002016-10-12T21:00:09.721-04:00You're welcome Vicki! Glad you enjoyed it.You're welcome Vicki! Glad you enjoyed it. Nadegehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11975115999295130249noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3694576553060225835.post-37433111323582912412016-10-12T20:59:43.759-04:002016-10-12T20:59:43.759-04:00Hi Hum,
The other experiment I've tried was li...Hi Hum,<br />The other experiment I've tried was living out my ideal life. Basically, during my time off, I lived each day as I would if I had achieved my dream of quitting my job and working for myself. I may write a post on it in the future.Nadegehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11975115999295130249noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3694576553060225835.post-24218077919695578632016-10-12T20:57:40.214-04:002016-10-12T20:57:40.214-04:00Hi Laura,
Great question. I had a couple reasons...Hi Laura, <br />Great question. I had a couple reasons for doing this experiment. <br />1. I did it to build discipline. <br />2. I really wanted to improve on my make up application techniques and practicing every day really helped.<br />3. I've seen examples of how "attractive people" enjoy additional benefits in our society and I wanted to see if this was a reality or just a perception.<br />4. I wanted to feel amazing every day. It's really hard to look great and feel bad about yourself at the same time. Nadegehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11975115999295130249noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3694576553060225835.post-39418260474746996782016-10-12T20:02:29.177-04:002016-10-12T20:02:29.177-04:00First off I am not so sure that I agree with you b...First off I am not so sure that I agree with you being average looking! I think that you are very pretty so this challenge most likely took you from pretty to gorgeous! Lastly this could not be timelier. Everything that you stated is so true. It is not just something you are feeling but a real truth for living a fabulous life. I am working on weight loss and makeup application because I am terrible at makeup. Basically mascara, gloss and out the door! To keep me motivated I plan on reading this very post every morning along with photos of women that are polished and my vision board for creating the life that I want. Thank you for dropping such knowledge! You truly hit the nail right on the head with this one!!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3694576553060225835.post-91187593729158434502016-10-12T19:55:17.964-04:002016-10-12T19:55:17.964-04:00Thanks for this. I love it and will implement thi...Thanks for this. I love it and will implement this in my life!Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16038099294394839810noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3694576553060225835.post-41396893952843017412016-10-10T10:52:24.376-04:002016-10-10T10:52:24.376-04:00I love this. Thank you. I have let myself fall off...I love this. Thank you. I have let myself fall off (wearing the same old clothes to work, getting lazy with my hair, forgetting to put on jewelry and perfume). I really need to up my make up game (as in learn how to properly apply it). Thanks for the reminder and encouragement. Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3694576553060225835.post-65095043782524352092016-10-09T19:09:05.270-04:002016-10-09T19:09:05.270-04:00This is something I have always thought of, but co...This is something I have always thought of, but could never commit to. Going through this, did you ever ask yourself "why am I doing all this"? Sometimes I look at myself and think I want to be that polished woman and sometimes I think what the hell for. But I can see how your outcomes would overall changed the way you live. Thank you for sharing. Laurahttp://jadeandolive.netnoreply@blogger.com