Giving advice on anything.

Apr 21, 2013

Shauna S.

I'm just very bored today so I feel like giving advice on absolutely anything. It doesn't have to be makeup related. (:

Apr 21, 2013

Misha S.

Well. I want to do A levels. As in degree. Sort of like after high school.
If I do A levels, I can apply for higher education in the states and the UK. I'm in Pak right now, if that helps.
My mom wants me to do FA (Fine arts) which only has credit in my country and no where else. She thinks I'm a failure. She thinks getting As and Bs is bad since they aren't A+
Furthermore, she wants me to do FA from her college where the crowd is very conservative, masochist and small minded.
A levels and FA are both for 2 years. You can take any 3-5 subjects of your choice. Thing is FA is easier and she wants me to do it since she feels I'll embarrass her in society if I don't get all As in my finals. Also usually people do metric then FA (Pakistani system) or O-levels then A-levels (British system). I'm going to give my O level exams.
How do convince her?

Apr 21, 2013

Shahin R.

Advice on how to stop feeling lonely an unlucky in love :(

Apr 21, 2013

Shauna S.

Misha - it must be hard having that pressure on yourself but remember that you are NOT a failure and as long as you try the best you can then no one should make you feel down on yourself. From what I hear those countries are a lot more strict compared to America, but the advice I will give you is to follow your heart. It's your life and you must do what will make you happy. When you succeed your mom will feel proud that you will do well in something that you enjoy and are passionate about. That's something you must try and make her understand. Not everyone in this world gets straight A's. Most people in America are far from it lol and they don't have that discipline. No one is perfect. Explain to her that people have different strengths. Not everyone is smart in school but they are amazing and successful workers. School and real life are waaaay different. Try to make her understand you want what's best for you and you want her to be supportive of your choice. Good luck.

Apr 21, 2013

Shauna S.

Shahin - Try to surround yourself with friends and family and put yourself in new situations. Go out on the weekends and try to meet new people and do something fun that you enjoy. I've never been lucky in love for a very long time and when I turned 20 I finally met an amazing guy. He's actually my first real boyfriend. I was never kissed until I was 19. Don't worry, the right guy will come along who will like you for who you are. You're young and you have your whole life ahead of you. Enjoy being young and I strongly believe that when you stop looking for love it will come to you.

Apr 21, 2013

Shahin R.

I'm not so young....going on 35! Thank you for your advice and taking your time to help others. Very sweet of you xx

Apr 21, 2013

Shauna S.

Don't worry 35 isn't that old! Many people are discouraged about love because of past experiences but don't let it get to you. You're still hot and should flaunt it. Get out there with your friends, maybe even consider online dating, I know a couple friends that met their fiancee on there. Dress and act confidently and others will see the same.

And thank you!! (:

Apr 21, 2013

Misha S.

Shauna, I sure hope you're right.
Thank you for supporting and encouraging me. You have done more as for me as a stranger than my family has done as blood relatives. Wish me luck. Exams coming up.

Apr 21, 2013

Shauna S.

Aww that actually meant so much to me. I believe that a true parent will support their children no matter what choices they make. They may not agree and it might take a while for them to accept it but they should be happy if you're happy. And good luck on your exams, you will do great!!

Apr 21, 2013

Ali W.

Here's a tough one. How to deal with the pressure of people not approving who you're with. I'm dating a guy who is basically perfect for me, people who can look past the big flaw (which doesn't bug me at all) can see that. We're both huge geeks and we met at The Hobbit midnight which has major significance for both of us. He's always a gentleman and completely gets me unlike anyone ever has. Now, the flaw that other people have problems with? His age. I'm turning 20 later this year and he's 30. I understand that being so young, people don't think I can handle an adult relationship but I'm doing just fine, we're on near the same level as far as maturity and we both make each other ridiculously happy but people won't look past the 10 year age gap to understand that we're both in a good place. I've never been good at letting people's comments roll off my shoulders so that can get a little rough for me...I just want to be able to stand up for myself and the person I've fallen head over heels for.

Apr 21, 2013

Shauna S.

Aww well I'm happy for you. If your friends and family can't understand that you're happy then screw them. They're just looking out for you and seeing the age gap makes them question things and they don't want you to get hurt. Try getting them to spend more time with him. My cousin and her husband are 20 years apart and of course people found it weird at first but then everyone grew to love him. Even my friends and family don't really approve of my boyfriend. Hang in there and be positive, at the end of the day it's your relationship and not theirs. It's your decision who you date and they have to accept that you're happy. Try not to let it bother you, and show them that he treats you well and why you like him so much.

Apr 22, 2013

Ali W.

I really appreciate that ^^ you've been helpful, you're right, I should get him around my friends more and if they don't like it it isn't their relationship anyways.

Apr 22, 2013

Sylvie V.

I'm kind of in a similar situation as Misha. The thing is I've been studying hotel management for 3 years n recently got my higher diploma n will get my degree next yr. I really have no interest in the hospitality industry n my mum applied to this university on my behalf. I wanted to b an air hostess at one point n told her about it. She said that I should do tourism coz its kinda related n so she referred me to the university that I am currently enrolled in. Anyway, I later realized that I might b interested in law/criminal justice but nt so sure if it's my passion. I don't know what I'm gud at and I don't know what step to take. :(. Any advice??

Apr 22, 2013

Shauna S.

Sylvie - You should always find something you want to do. I still don't know what I want to do lol. If you're already in the program maybe just keep doing it and get your diploma. You have plenty of time to figure out what you want to do. Maybe take a year off and work and do research to find out what your passion is. That's what I'm doing!!

Apr 22, 2013

Sylvie V.

Thanks Shauna il definitely consider that :)

Apr 22, 2013

Shauna S.

No problem. do a lot of research and even try the career cruising website to help you.