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Uncategorized ➤ June 24, 2016

PRK 6 month Update

I’ve reached the 6 month mark!!! It’s been 6 months since my PRK surgery! Which means my eyes should be leveled out at this point, and I’m glad to say they are. I’m so, so,...

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Uncategorized ➤ March 25, 2016

PRK 3 Month Update

It has been 2 months since I’ve updated my PRK Surgery recovery! I have received a couple of questions about PRK from friends and I even got a couple of questions from my readers! Which...

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Uncategorized ➤ January 10, 2016

PRK 1 Month Update

It has been about one month since the day of my procedure. On January 6th I saw my eye doctor once again. I had to read off several letters for each eye, which is a...

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Uncategorized ➤ December 30, 2015

PRK 2 Week Update

Let’s see, last week I had ANOTHER exam to check out everything and potentially remove my contacts. I was told my corneas were still swollen, some cells in my right eye were still trying to...

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Uncategorized ➤ December 17, 2015

PRK Day 6

Today I had my second post-op exam! They took my bandage contacts out! But guess what? They put new ones right back in (womp womp). He said my corneas are still a bit swollen, but...

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Uncategorized ➤ December 16, 2015

PRK Day 5

Today my vision was hazy, but again no pain killers all day! Just frequent eyedrops, but definitely not as much as yesterday. My stomach has been upset and I have been getting acid reflux from...

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Uncategorized ➤ December 15, 2015

PRK Day 4

I woke up with really crisp vision, but that didn’t last long. It was really nice to see that this surgery may really work for me though. My light sensitivity definitely decreased, and I watched...

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Uncategorized ➤ December 15, 2015

PRK Day 3

I threw up twice this morning, I ate breakfast (OK I’ll be honest it was half a slice of chocolate cake), took half of a pain killer, as well as my vitamins. Whenever I take...

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Uncategorized ➤ December 15, 2015

PRK Post-Op/Day 2

I slept most of this day. I had to go to my eye doctor for a 10 am appointment to check everything. I barely remember it because I was so tired from the pain killers....

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PRK Surgery/Day 1
Uncategorized ➤ December 14, 2015

PRK Surgery/Day 1

I am writing this a few days after the actual surgery day, I wanted to give my eyes plenty of rest. Some advice for BEFORE surgery day. Pick up your prescription eyedrops a few days...

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I've been MIA on here and my YouTube channel as I' I've been MIA on here and my YouTube channel as I've been dealing with some health issues.  I actually had surgery yesterday and I'm looking forward to the end of all this. However,  things may get worse before they get better.  In the future I may go into more detail with what has been going on, but this last month I experienced many days of excruciating pain and sooo much crying. This completely consumed my life and I was spending hours researching and just thinking about it.  While what I have is not life threatening (thank goodness), it was the worst pain and thing I've ever been through. During this time my perspective has completely shifted. I just wanted my life back and I realized that nothing else mattered outside of my health. Everything else became so small to me.  I'm sooo eager to get back into everything, but my life will look a little different for awhile.  I've lost 7 pounds within 3 weeks (which is a lot for my tiny frame) and I haven't lifted during that time at all. I can't lift for at least another 2 weeks and squats and deadlifts are out of the picture for a looong time ☹  But, I have faith that surgery went well and that my body will heal. All I want is my life back and that's what I'm focusing on 🙏  Appreciate your health and take care of yourself because without it nothing matters.
Today is World Health Day! Whatever health you ha Today is World Health Day!  Whatever health you have today and any portion of your body that doesn't hurt, STOP taking for granted.  Educate yourself and take care of every square inch of your body and mind to the best of your ability 🌻  #WorldHealthDay #Health
This book took me 2 months to read because it's lo This book took me 2 months to read because it's long and super scientific, but I loved it!! 🧠  I love learning about the brain, neuroplasticity, and how we can best take care of our brain.  I will film a whole review on this, but here are a few topics:  ▪️The Brain can be trained and reorganize itself to recover functions after trauma (like a stroke for example). People didn't even believe the brain could be changed until recently, I bet there are a lot of people out there missing out on their true potential.  ▪️He covered the porn epidemic quite a lot and how much it influences people (especially teens) by shaping their sexual desires, expectations, and relationships. This really is a reflection of all things that produce dopamine, very important in my opinion because it can be highly problematic.  ▪️The best way to keep the brain sharp? Exercise and a healthy diet of course 😊 But also doing things that involve concentration (dancing, learning an instrument or language) and being social!  If you're not into scientific research, there are probably better books out their for you on the brain. But this is definitely an interesting read.  #thebrainthatchangesitself #thebrain #books #read #reading #readbooks #personaldevelopmentbooks #personaldevelopment #bookrecommendations #booklover #bookstagram #bookworm
My skin is clear today for the first time in like My skin is clear today for the first time in like 2 months?! 🙌  There's no filter on the images but the camera definitely hides my scarring so don't be fooled lol  No skincare changes, but I have been using @innbeautyproject 's Face Glaze hence the glow!  However, I've recently become obsessed with skin care and spent hours this month doing research on various brands to create a routine. I placed my orders today and I'll make the switch in April!  I'll share/document the products and results over the next few months.  #skincare #skin #innbeauty #innbeautyproject #glow
A little weekend photo dump: ▪️Sydney Cumming A little weekend photo dump:  ▪️Sydney Cumming's workout
▪️Dinner at my dad's house
▪️Sunday morning walk with Sebas
▪️Tried the new Spring espressos from Starbucks 
▪️BTS of Cafecito  I vlogged it all and my video will be up tomorrow 😊  #weekendinmylife #weekend #photodump #vlog #youtuber #youtube #starbucks #coffee #cafecito #vegan #healthy #workout
I've been vegan for 5 years as of yesterday. It's I've been vegan for 5 years as of yesterday.  It's still the best decision of my life.  I've gained the most strength and look my best as a vegan.  It's also worth mentioning I was vegetarian for 13 years before going vegan, which is why I had to bust out a double bi in photo 3 lol  So yes, I do get enough protein despite not eating animals 😏  As a vegan I've also learned to cook better, eat more types of foods, and have discovered amazing restaurants, recipes, and vegan alternatives all without harming animals.  I never want to push veganism on anyone, but I encourage everyone to explore this lifestyle.  Personally, having an animal suffer for my food, clothes, and products just isn't worth it. Being a perfect vegan isn't necessary, but even small changes can make a large difference.  My sister (@loka1089) made this shirt for me for Christmas by the way!!  #vegan #bekindtoeverykind #veganfortheanimals #veganweightlifting #vegangains #strongvegan #veganwoman #vegananniversary #GoVegan #veganbodybuilding #anythingyoucaneaticaneatvegan #LivinglikeLeila
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