Tia Things

Hey there my gems, It feels like a lifetime since I've last posted. I mentioned finding a new routine and I definitely underestimated how much time and adapting that would take between graduation and starting a full time job. I missed blogging but I honestly have been to sleepy to get out my laptop and type! So here I am, back in the groove and trying to focus on what I love! Since my blog is called Tia Things, I thought it might be fun to add a Tia Things segment where everything and anything can be talked about! Girl chat, life issues, Q & As, etc. Today I'm keeping it simple and talking about my new obsessions, routines- or attempts at routines- and some discoveries I made! SO over the last few weeks a few things have become crystal clear! 1. I need to stop drinking Starbucks because my bank account cannot handle it and it is WAY too embarrassing when the barista knows your name and order by heart! 2. Sleep is everything. I need to rest, at the very least, but...

Now that you've been through my Heartbeats journey with me, let's wrap this baby up in a neat little bow of what I've learned in 8 simple but important love tips to keep in mind! **Side note these apply for different relationships. (ex: Long-term, new, dating world, friendships, etc.) 1. Effort is everything. If someone isn't putting the same effort into getting to know you, making you happy, etc. as you are for them, then they may not be worth the time and effort you're putting into them. Think of your time as the most valuable thing in the world, if you're giving them yours, they should be reciprocating. If not, take the time to consider why. They may be going through something, which is totally understandable, but people can't expect you to give it your all forever without getting any time or effort in return. Every relationship in your life is a two way street. 2. Relationships are not only between 2 people. You're friends and family are...