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Where Each Zodiac Should Holiday This Summer Based On Astro Mapping

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Holiday Destinations Based On Your Zodiacs Sun Line
Zodiac SignSun Location 
AriesSicily, Italy
TaurusMarmaris, Turkey
GeminiHelsinki, Finland
CancerSantorini, Greece
LeoBoracay, Philippines
VirgoPerth, Australia
LibraPlovdiv, Bulgaria
ScorpioSibiu, Romania
SagittariusOslo, Norway
CapricornDubrovnik, Croatia

Aries

Traits: Energetic, active, escapist

Sun Line: Sicily, Italy

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“When at their sun location, Aries’ ever-active personality is going to consume their time. Sicily, surrounded by picturesque white beaches,is  the ideal location for Aries to receive some much needed downtime, providing an escape from the real world. Aries will find increased pleasure in their energetic lifestyle making it the perfect excuse to take up a new hobby this holiday.” 

– Inbaal Honigman (she/her), celebrity psychic and astrologer

Taurus

Traits: Adventurous, warm, peaceful

Sun Line: Marmaris, Turkey

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“At Taurus’ sun line location, their warmth and peacefulness are built right in. Marmaris is a small spot on Turkey’s ‘turquoise coast’. Famous for its white sand in the day and bustling nightlife culture along the main street, it provides a perfect escape from reality for Taurus’ to really get in touch with their inner self and seek things that make them happy, powered by their sun line. A truly relaxing holiday could be just what Taurus needs, so put your feet in the sand and breathe.”

– Inbaal Honigman (she/her), celebrity psychic and astrologer

Gemini

Traits: Curious, playful, creative

Sun Line: Helsinki, Finland

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“Trips to Gemini’s sun sign location were already designed with friskiness in mind. Helsinki’s art culture is filled with a wide range of styles and activities from underground techno dance parties to abstract painting classes. Helsinki will provide Gemini’s with the perfect place to indulge in their artistic passions. Underground parties and art will fill your soul, reinvigorating you and giving you the excitement you so desperately seek.”

– Inbaal Honigman (she/her), celebrity psychic and astrologer

Cancer

Traits: Sensitive, romantic, daydreamers

Sun Line: Santorini, Greece

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“Cancer’s hopeless romantic tendencies will be at the forefront of their sun location. Santorini is famous for its long volcanic beaches, picturesque buildings and beautiful sunsets. This quaint island is perfect for Cancer’s to discover their true desires and have fun with the help of their sun line. Lost in the blue sea, sipping wine, it will provide the perfect escape into a romance novel ” 

– Inbaal Honigman (she/her), celebrity psychic and astrologer

Leo

Traits: Confident, passionate, fiery

Sun Line: Boracay, Philippines

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“Leo’s sunny nature will stand out wherever they go. Boracay is a small island in the central Philippines. Crystal blue water, pure white sand and magical sunsets make the perfect location for Leo’s to relax and recenter. Aided by their sun line, Leo’s can expect to experience more joy and optimism holidaying in this location, and everyone will be enamoured with their bright nature..” 

– Inbaal Honigman (she/her), celebrity psychic and astrologer

Virgo

Traits: Sociable, spontaneous, energetic

Sun Line: Perth, Australia

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“Virgo’s ability to squeeze a dozen destinations into a single morning will be apparent when visiting their sun location. This skill will be required, as they always pick busy destinations. Perth is home to art galleries, theatres, beautiful sandy beaches, riverside bars and picturesque botanical gardens. Virgo’s will thrive in Perth this summer, lining up with their sun line allows them to have all the energy they may need to indulge and recenter their desires.” 

– Inbaal Honigman (she/her), celebrity psychic and astrologer

Libra

Traits: Idealistic, sophisticated, curious

Sun Line: Plovdiv, Bulgaria

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“Libra’s elegant ways will make their sun location feel sophisticated, yet different to most. Plovdiv is one of the oldest cities in Europe, home to a beautiful ancient roman theatre and cobblestoned streets. Filled to the brim with culture, historical relevance and natural beauty, Plovdiv provides the perfect location for Libra’s to explore.” 

– Inbaal Honigman (she/her), celebrity psychic and astrologer

Scorpio

Traits: Mysterious, brave, determined

Sun Line:Sibiu, Romania

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“Scorpio’s love of the unusual may draw attention at their sun location, as they’ll find hidden gems untouched by tourists. Sibiu is well known for its Germanic architecture, rich history, old legends, and colourful houses. Scoripo’s will find themselves lost in the quaint city’s charm. With the help of Scorpio’s sun line they will find themselves starting to relax and take pleasure in the small things, taking a step back to appreciate the present moment.” 

– Inbaal Honigman (she/her), celebrity psychic and astrologer

Sagittarius

Traits: Free spirited, independent, quirky

Sun Line: Oslo, Norway

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“Sagittarius’ are known to be adventurous and quirky, and their sun line would certainly agree. Their sun location will be all about freedom and joy, as that’s their top requirement from a vacation, whilst still being odd enough to be different. Oslo is famous for its vast green spaces,incredible museums, stunning views of the ocean and occasionally even the northern lights are visible. With the help of their sun line they will experience increased joy in the little things, and leave this holiday feeling more optimistic about things to come.” 

– Inbaal Honigman (she/her), celebrity psychic and astrologer

Capricorn

Traits: Elegant, playful, optimistic

Sun Line: Dubrovnik, Croatia

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“Capricorn’s love of luxury will stand out at their sun location, they will feel at ease and allow themselves to let loose a little more.With support from their sun line Capricorn can expect to leave Dubrovnik with an energised view of the world, full of optimism and hope, ready to put their plans into place to truly affect change. The sun and the sea certainly allow Capricorns to feel at home, and the all inclusive resorts do help.” 

– Inbaal Honigman (she/her), celebrity psychic and astrologer

Aquarius

Traits: Active, carefree, creative

Sun Line: Vienna, Austria

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“Aquarius’ creativity will surprise most when they are booking holidays. They thrive to find a hidden gem, filled with culture and history – no matter how odd it might be. Vienna is the perfect location for Aquarius’ to visit this summer. Filled with music, food and art Aquarius have the ability to truly lose themselves in beauty and fun. They will be able to enjoy all this city has to offer, whilst reconnecting with their true desires, leaving Vienna feeling optimistic for all to come.” 

– Inbaal Honigman (she/her), celebrity psychic and astrologer

Pisces

Traits: Dreamy, escapist, romantic

Sun Line: Paris, France

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“Pisces’ love of love and life will become apparent when travelling. Their loved ones will be with them and spending time will be a priority with romance at the forefront of all their actions, to be led around the city by their heart. Paris is known for pleasure and indulgence, so it’s easy to understand why Pisces’ sun line is drawing them here. With the extra energy provided by the sun line Pisces’ will be able to let go and fully enjoy everything Paris has to offer..” 

– Inbaal Honigman (she/her), celebrity psychic and astrologer

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BEAUTY DIARIES: HollyHoux

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(Los Angeles, CA.) – A new skincare brand has stepped upon the beauty scene and is sure to be rolling off of the tongues of beauty fans everywhere!  Who might you ask? Introducing HollyHoux, (pronounced “Holly-Who”), that’s who! 

The debut of this new luxe skincare line is something that every woman will want to have in their beauty cache and on their vanity tables!  Colorfully packaged to appeal to women of all ages and backgrounds (teens and adults from Main Street to Park Ave.), with many items in the collection meeting ‘better beauty’ standards of being Vegan, Non-GMO, Gluten and Cruelty-free. ‘Sustainable Beauty’, offering you clean conscious skincare!   Retailing in as $25, HollyHoux brings to the beauty round table everything from scented masks, cleansers, toners, scintillating mists and their “out of the gate” best seller, the revolutionary “Cool Liquid Cushion”, flawless skin pact makeup setter!

Hydrating, refreshing and cool to the touch, the “Cool Liquid Cushion” is ideal for every skin type and with “one tap”, women will instantly see a reduction in the appearance of pore size and the elimination of that greasy shine on their first application!  Through the use of an innovative “water powder” and the combination of 16 types of herbs, the “Cool Liquid Cushion” does exactly what its name implies; it’s cool to the touch, soothes as it’s applied and provides a soft thin layer of protection giving you the appearance of flawless skin without and that heavy, powdery feel, basically you don’t feel like your face has been caked with product — which is always a good sign!

Founder and owner, Jennie Kim, a seasoned veteran of the fashion industry, says. “The Cool Liquid Cushion concept was born out of my search for a ‘makeup setter’ that would simultaneously conceal and moisturize my skin, living in sun kissed California.”

I live in New England, which is the complete opposite of the west coast. But we like to keep our skin moist, too, especially during the harsh winters.

Formulated with key ingredients extracts such as Borago Officinalis, Anthemis Nobilis flower, Rosehip oil, Menthol, Peppermint and Chamomilla Recutita extract, it took over a year of research and testing before she found the exact outcome she’d been looking for!

HollyHoux also has product sets that every beauty savvy customers will want to get their hands on just in time for the holidays with their cute assorted (and refillable) “Refresher Mist” set!

FASHION DIARIES EXCLUSIVE: 3 Fashion Gifts That Give Back

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This holiday season will feel different than years past, with many looking to give back or shop ethically in lieu of traditional gifts. For those who are still looking to find fashionable gifts and accessories, purchasing from the World Vision Gift Catalog is a great place to start – offering a selection of beautiful, artisan gifts for every style of fashionista on your list.

In addition to fighting hunger, injustice and poverty, World Vision is a global humanitarian organization that supports, mostly women, artisans who are fairly compensated for their work, empowering them to seek better lives for their families.

This selection of fashion and jewelry accessories was designed by three female celebrity ambassadors who are joining together to support World Vision’s critical mission; actress Patricia Heaton (Everybody Loves Raymond, The Middle), TV personality Sadie Robertson Huff (Duck Dynasty and DWTS) and singer and author Wé McDonald (The Voice).

“Unity” Tassel Necklace by Patricia Heaton

  • This necklace, handmade by artisans in India, features a 24″ chain, 1.25″ x .75″ gray druzy stone, 2″ silk tassel, and starburst charm. Each stone is unique and varies slightly.

“Bonded Together” Tote by Wé McDonald

  • The income from embroidering these fair trade, bonded faux suede and cotton totes helps Vietnamese women artisans with disabilities gain independence. Zipper closure; 16″ x 8″; 9″ drop.

“Circle of Hope” Wraparound Ring by Sadie Robertson Huff

  • This adjustable gold-tone brass ring, made by women artisans in India, provides food, education, and more for the artisans’ families.

Not Such A Bad Thing To Fall In Love

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Contrary to what I said two years ago about ostensibly “hating” Valentine’s Day, I actually have always loved this holiday. Even when some kid in fifth grade said “a lot of people throw Valentine’s cards away,” I said, “I save them,” which prompted another kid to say, “seriously?” Why not? People paid money for them, and even if they were “obligatory,” they still had some thought behind them.

I even remember being in elementary school and hating the idea of love, even though I secretly had a crush on Cole Sprouse during his “Suite Life of Zack and Cody” days with his brother, Dylan, Brenda Song, and Ashley Tisdale.

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Hey, um, elementary school April? Did you even have experience with love? No. You won’t even have your first love until you’re 19.

I love this holiday because it’s the one day, if not every day, that you can express your gratitude for someone you know. (I’m not saying I particularly “liked” anyone in elementary school.) The thing is, when you show gratitude for someone, they’re willing to do more and vice-versa. It’s more or less of a give-and-take game.

Maybe I was just a closeted hopeless romantic. I remember one of the only things I wanted after the eighth grade was to have a boyfriend, not that I was desperate. I was yearning for the real, romantic-with-a-mix-of-friendly love that I didn’t quite get till now (i.e. my current boyfriend — hi Steve!) On that note, I am grateful to the love I share with him. Despite the last two “chapters” of my life, nothing was quite so meaningful until him.

I feel like I’m fulfilling my Carrie Bradshaw “status” in writing about love. But the truth is, love has no set definition. It’s all that you make of it. It’s not always what you see on television and in the movies. It’s challenging, but it’s a good challenge. It’s funny because it actually is give and take. It’s not really about sex, either, which is not in accordance with popular belief. Some choose to wait, and some choose to do it. But either way, communication is also key to conveying what you want. In fact, I felt as though it were just tonight that my boyfriend and I were getting to know each other all over again. Whatever it was, it felt right.

My point in all this is not to conform to popular culture, or what seems “cool.” In the end, it’s all about what’s right for you.

 

BLOG-MAS: How to Positively Survive Stress During the Holidays

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I’ll be honest with you, at the beginning of the month, I sat in my therapist’s office… and cried. The holidays are stressful for some, others not so much. For me? I’ll be candid. The holidays have brought a lot of emotional baggage for the past four years, so basically, since I started college.

People tend to put a lot of pressure on the holidays. I was talking to one of my fellow writers, and she said, “I put a lot of pressure on special days to be extraordinary but sometimes they’re just a regular day with a little extra ‘pizazz.'” For some people, the holidays can bring back unpleasant memories, while others may be struggling to make ends meet and actually put something under the tree, or simply stocking stuffers! I almost didn’t get a tree this year! People could be grieving, while there are those who thrive on social media posting pictures with captions like Merry Chrysler! but don’t let those pictures fool you, social media has a way of hiding stuff “behind the camera–” the things not seen. I’m surprised if there’s someone out there with not the least bit of baggage around the holidays, and I’m not being negative here!

But here are a few tips to survive any aspect of the holiday season:

  1.  Pray or meditate. I know there may be so much to do, but even if you’re a parent wrapping gifts for the kids, a simple meditation (while the kids are sleeping) will help.
  2. When in doubt, make gifts! If you’re crafty, I’m sure you can make something even if it’s a pinecone elf! There are other things to do like writing a poem or making a video!
  3. Journal. I cannot stress this enough. I especially recommend Junk Journaling — I’ve been following Katy Bellotte’s journaling methods, and I LOVE it. I even asked for glue sticks and washi tape for Christmas!
  4. Donate to a cause you care about, even if it’s just a dollar. This year my mom donated to one of my favorite causes, Women for Women. I SUGGEST YOU DONATE, TOO!
  5. Volunteer someplace. Giving blood helps, too especially during the winter.

Here’s an example of “Junk Journaling:”

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BLOG-MAS TUESDAY: Getting Out Of The Comfort Zone | Just Trust It

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HAPPY first day of Blog-Mas Tuesday, everyone! This idea stemmed last year but unfortunately wasn’t consistent. So, I asked, and y’all answered: “Blog-Mas Tuesday” chumps “Festive Friday Nights” (…by a landslide 😜). Nonetheless, I look back on last year’s (only) Blog-Mas Tuesday to find it was about kindness. I guess I only needed to do one last year because I’ll admit that one rocked if I do say so myself. 💁🏼‍♀️ I particularly liked that post because it was when I first got my start in Title IX, and as some people could probably tell by reading that post, a lot of plans changed.

I know what you’re thinking: this girl cannot make up her mind. No, I just don’t have a clear pathway, yet. 

As said in No one’s going to tell you what to do and/or For the College Student(s) Having Doubts, I’ve been having doubts about taking a year off. But I am feeling better about it because yesterday, I applied for a job in Boston (and may end up living there for a year or two or three, or four).

The funny thing is that I was actually recruited to apply, and although I can’t go to law school right away, this will give me a glimpse of what it’s like to live in a big city that I’ve been talking about living in since May. What’s even funnier is that I read an Instagram post that talked about getting out of the comfort zone.

The comfort zone is something no one can emerge out of easily, but it is possible. For me, getting out of my comfort zone is easier than it was than say, four years ago. Let’s be real: no successful person became successful by living in their comfort zone. It’s all about taking risks to get what you want. If that surely is the case, then I don’t think anyone wants to live in their comfort zone forever.

One thing I know for sure is that everyone wants to be comfortable, no matter if it’s in your own bed, beach house bed, or even your grandmother’s guest room. I remember sleeping on the floor in a sleeping bag at a school in Manchester, NH on a Winter Break Alternative trip when I went to SAC, with people I had yet to come to know. Then came transferring schools, which was even scarier. Moreover, on that particular service trip, I learned what going to school was like in a semi-urban community. Learning how to speak Spanish at a higher level than you’re used to is even more nervewracking because you don’t know if you’re saying everything 100% correctly. [Hint hint: this is actually what I might be doing come August 2020, so stay tuned — minus the sleeping on a floor]. 

“There may be something God has called you to that feels uncomfortable — maybe to the point where you’re not even sure if you can keep moving forward.”

Maybe this is what I was called to do at the time. Maybe this job in Boston is what I was called to do in my gap year. I shouldn’t let this terrify me; I should just trust it. But what is “it?” Fate? God? My guides? The world may never know.