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  • Unpopular opinion: STOP checking your YouTube analytics…

    Creators don’t talk about this, but this is a statement that needs to be put in all YouTube content-creation manuals. While I did run into some videos on YouTube discussing this topic, there’s not enough discourse covering the subject. I’m not a big expert on analytic theory, but I will explain my observations and experiences with me constantly checking analytics:

    📊Complete analytical slowdown.

    I am not sure why this is but my analytics seem to slow down every time I check them on a daily basis. This is not a one-time thing, this is a noticeable trend that I had to learn the hard way. Whether you’re analyzing your data for educational purposes or even for leisure, many trips in viewing your numbers will show the app desperation on your end-sorry.

    📊Decrease in subscribers.

    When I don’t engage with the app, specifically the YouTube studio app, I seem to get better momentum. When I am on a constant checking spree, I tend to see a drop in some subscriptions to my channel. However, this one observation I need to understand better because it’s a more prevalent result that pertains to me. I will update as I go along…

    📊Constant checking will lead to mental anxiety.

    YouTube is a “post and go” app, and is not an app such as Facebook or TikTok for that matter. Looking for instant growth will have you quitting the platform within a small amount of time-trust me, the thought crossed my mind…don’t do it though. Make it your business to show you’re a creator and not a consumer.

    Moral of the story: Delete the “Studio” app and live happily creating after! 😊

  • Beauty items sent to me for review

    **I do love fashion and beauty products and will have features on this blog. Thanks for supporting my work on this blog!**

    I love reviewing products and here lately I’ve been blessed with the opportunity to do so! If you’re interested in any of these products, here are my takes…

    **Thanks so much to Influenster for allowing me to test these products, and your support!**

    NYX “Duck Plump” Lipgloss-these glosses are very high shine. They have ginger in the formula so they sting your lips so please be WARNED, however I’m not sure if they actually plump up your lips! The nude color is so beautiful and will purchase again.

    Valentino “Spike Valentino” lipstick in 111A Undressed Velvet –very luxurious magnetic packaging with a lip color is a subtle matte that doesn’t dry your lips. 111A “Undressed Velvet” is an orange-tinted red in my opinion. I need to do a makeup look so my interested people can see it in full effect.

    Shea Moisture “Nourished & Radiant” Gentle Cream Cleanser-very gentle and light that leaves your face looking brighter and it indeed does moisturize. It hasn’t broken my face out so that’s a great sign.

    Charlotte Tilbury “Unreal Skin Sheer Glow Tint” Hydrating Foundation Stick-y’all I was sent the wrong shade…a very fair shade. At first I was like “What could I possibly do with this?”, but I tried it anyway. I can truly say this product glides on like a dream and I can see this as a light coverage for everyday. Since I have a very fair shade, I use mine as a highlight and love it for my nose.

    Shea Moisture “Whole Body Deodorant Invisible Stick in Coconut 🥥 & Hibiscus 🌺”- this product is very odorless and pretty light on the skin! To be honest though, I only use it on my legs because of the moisture content of the product; this deodorant does not help my arm pits (for transparency reasons-my armpits are stronger than the average woman). So using this product is great for under breast odor, around my neck, and sometimes as a lotion.

    |Finally…this last product was a surprise and been wanting to try it for a while now.|

    **Thanks to 🐝 BzzAgent for this opportunity!**

    Lancôme “Tient Idole Ultra Wear” Foundation in 525W-worth the wait and feel so happy I was able to sample this product! You guys…I used to see this foundation on YouTube for a while and never tried it. I am damn impressed with this foundation because of how light and buildable it is. The shade range is crazy and there is a match for everyone! In fact, my Guerlain foundation doesn’t even touch this formulation, and costs almost $40 more! I hope to keep this on the market cause this is my new FAVORITE foundation; crazy how lucky I was to get a free full-sized sample!

    Thanks for reading my loves!🩷

  • Turned 40 years old, unmarried, childless, & still hopeful

    Not taken at 40 years old (38 years old)!

    When people ask a woman that turned 40 years old whom: doesn’t have children, never been married, and not settled why that is? My answer is simply it is either delayed or denied. The important thing to know is that I desired a family of my own since childhood. However, let’s ask the more difficult question: Were you raised to be emotionally-ready to have these things? I would answer again in simple terms that “I used to feel I was until I got into my thirties.

    Time does justice! Especially with Zara.

    Yes, many of us have experienced an abandonment by one parent that shaped us to view relationships very obscurely. Being raised where a toxic relationship was formed, it’s hard to break free the mode of finding stability. But guess what…it’s necessary.

    Don’t get me wrong…I am a spiritual person that is connected with my faith, which lets me know that I will achieve the majority of my goals. Sometimes the unwanted questions make you feel like you’re a weirdo or undesirable as a mid-aged woman. Please don’t be! What is for you is for you. It will come, because what due process will show you, it comes when you never expect it.

    It does indeed!

  • Kohl’s Fall 2024

    Follow me on TikTok (azizasteez3) for my fashion try-ons and styling.

    I am really, truly obsessed with the fashion line “InTempo” at Kohl’s. It’s not only a vibe trying on their clothes at the store but the fit when you bring it home? I gots to have it! The red cargo faux-leather with the front slit is a must have. I’m picking mines up next week! 😎

    The “Nine West” line at Kohl’s has gotten me excited too! If you see the satin pleated skirt added to this lightweight turtleneck sweater, you’re already put together once you style it.

    Honestly, Kohl’s is where I’ll probably get 95% of my fall clothes this year…

  • VS Dream Angel Wicked Unlined Balconette Bra w/Styling|Day #2

    This outfit is an early fall special! I paired the Victoria’s Secret bra with some Intempo palazzo pants from Kohl’s and my sandals come from Kurt Greiger. Some edge with a feminist situation…that’s what this outfit got!

  • Wonderful and complex

    How would you describe yourself to someone?

    I would say I am an introvert, with the ability to be an extrovert when needed, although I despise small talk. The irony. I’ve grown to be a person who appreciates the more important things in life, such as family, animals, and spiritual growth.

    On the other coin, I am the biggest advocate for art, especially fashion & music. That’s my life…to create and see the unparalleled beauty in the Creator’s work. A very loving woman and a guilty empathic person. That’s me! 💕