Believing in Yourself

Let's face it, often times it's really hard to keep your confidence and your mind content when everyone and every thing is making you think otherwise. That is why I am writing this post. I too have been a victim of my own negative thoughts as well as not-so-nice criticism from others. I am busy writing a novel (so close to finishing), running a technology blog, a personal blog, a quote log, keeping up with social media, running an online business (be sure to check it out: FragrancEssence.com), and not to mention trying to fulfill my life with as much love and adventure as possible. Seems a lot for a young lady, doesn't it? Well it is!

Since, there's so much going on it gets extremely hard for me to believe in myself as is. Then comes the feedback from those I love. It starts out with questions rather than opinions from the first few friends and family members I ask. Questions such as "Where did you get the idea from?" or "How did you do this?" After that, the next few people give me cheerful comments that really are the reason that keep me going. If any of my work inspires someone, makes someone laugh, gives someone an idea, or anything of that sort then I have done my job. A few words like "Great job!" is all I really need to keep me going through out all my projects and endeavors.

Then comes the crowd that can never pleased. In order for me to understand others feedback on this, I need to ask everyone. I can't just not ask certain people of their opinions even if I know what their reaction may be. In order to get accurate feedback, everyone I can possibly get an opinion from counts. Majority of these people have negative things to say. I mean constructive criticism is one thing and negativity another. You can tell constructive criticism apart from negativity easily. If someone says "I love it, but maybe you can add a thing or two here and then it'll be perfect" or even "I don't like it, but I would if you took out this. Other than that, great!" That's constructive criticism. But, negativity is this "I could have done a better job", "Nah...you can do better", or even "Is that all you got?" I understand that you can't please everyone, but when majority of the people that you know and would like to reach out to with your works and projects are not accepting your idea, what are you to do?

Here's the answer...believe in yourself. It's easier said then done (Honestly!), but it's essential to making sure you succeed in all your endeavors even when everyone thinks you can't. If you are in my boat and want to make something big out of yourself. Letting anything like that get in the way of your opinion, won't get anything done. Negativity hurts and it gets the best of us, but we are better. We know how to be ourselves and show that in the best way possible and any negativity towards that should be ignored. After all, all it takes to make things possible is  creativity, hard work, and the belief that you can do it (and by that I mean, you can do it YOUR way)!

xoxo,

My Second Liebster Award Nomination!

I am so happy that people come across my blog and leave really sweet positive comments about it. A few people even drop over award nominations! This is the second time that I have been nominated for this award. This time my wonderful nominator was a great fitness and beauty blogger named Deepti. You can check out her blog here. Thank you, Deepti.

The Rules for the Liebster award are that I cannot nominate my nominator back, I must answer 11 questions from the blogger that nominated me, I must nominate  other bloggers who some less than 200 subscribers, I must notify my nominees and I must leave 11 questions of my own for my nominees to answer.

Deepti's Questions for Me:
1. If you could change one thing about yourself, what would it be and why?
The way I manage time & prioritize. If I was not such a procrastinator and managed time right, I would get a lot more done.
 
2. What is the best thing about being a blogger?
The best thing is having your own creative space online where your thoughts, your life, and discoveries can live freely.
 
3. If you get a chance to spend a day with a star who would it be?
Do famous entrepreneurs count? Because I would definitely pick Mark Zuckerberg. He's the creator of Facebook for crying out loud. Who wouldn't want to spend a day with him?
 
4. Would you confront a person who has talked behind your back?
I'm very humble and quiet about my feelings offline so most likely I would not.
 
5. What is the one thing in your makeup bag that you cannot live without?
I'm not a fan of carrying make-up bags in my handbag. I usually keep a lip gloss, little perfume, and a little cream in my handbag just in case however.
 
6. What is the best dish you can cook?
I make an awesome Chicken Alfredo Pasta
 
7. What if your best friend and you like the same guy?
HA HA! No personal questions please. 
 
8. Which movie do you relate yourself with?
I love the movie The Social Network. No I am not obsessed with Facebook
(Referring back to my answer to Question 3). I think it relates to me because of the scene and mood of the movie. Fast paced business-establishment and I want to be like Mark Zuckerberg in that sense- being the boss. 
 
9. What do you prefer giving or receiving?
 I prefer giving. It makes me feel better knowing I made someone smile. 
 
10.What is your favorite word?
I thought you would never ask. ETERNITY of course. It symbolizes my insight on life and how I think everything you do in this world lasts for an ETERNITY!
 
11.What is your favorite animal to have as a pet?
Goldfish are such a great pet! 

Now the nominees...

Blossom Baskets & An Opportunity for Bloggers

I have been quite busy lately putting together some great new items on Fragrance Essence (FragrancEssence.com). I call these amazing bundles of great products, Blossom Baskets! These baskets are perfect for Easter, perfect for Spring, and come with your choice of products and value! It's the best way to get your favorite essences in one packaged gift basket decorated by myself!

These beautiful baskets come with 2 great basket options where you can choose whether you want a 3 item basket or a 5 item basket. Then it's up to you to choose your favorite fragrances, soaps, and body lotions.

The 3 Item Basket above contains a fragrance of choice, a body lotion of choice, and a soap of choice all bundled into a sweet basket!

The 5 item basket (shown above) include 2 fragrances of choice, 2 soaps of choice, and a body lotion of choice! You choose everything in the basket and I'll put it together and ship it to you! You'll love your Blossom Basket from Fragrance Essence!

Now for the Blogger Opportunity! 
Bloggers, if you are always looking for some great giveaways or events to host on your blog and can't seem to find any that your readers will enjoy, look no further.

I am offering FREE shipping to your readers for sharing the essence of Blossom Baskets!

All you have to do is e-mail me at admin[at]fragrancessence[dot]com and I will send you some information, photos for your blog, and instructions on how your readers can enjoy FREE shipping on their Blossom Baskets.

There is no restriction to how many blogs can have this opportunity and there is no restriction to how many of your readers can receive this offer.

Your readers will enjoy a special offer and you'll enjoy the fact that you'll gain more readers and establish a great connection with your loyal readers. Everyone wins!

I appreciate any interest in Fragrance Essence and Blossom Baskets. Thank you for supporting it all! If you have any questions, comment or e-mail zobia[at]shortmail[dot]me.

*Note: This offer is for bloggers in the U.S. only.

xoxo,

Have I Forgotten Who I Am?

I am Zobia. A five letter name that has so much more to it than you think. If you have never heard my name before, you'd think it's either funny sounding or exotic. Truth is, this name is common as well, but I'm not common. I have been writing and answering a lot of questions about what my blog is about and what I am about. Lately, I have been feeling as if I have forgotten who I am and I think I need to reestablish that to myself and my now (13) readers!

So long story short: I began being interested in technology since I was 12 years old. I created my first website on WetPaint (before it is what it's become). I created small websites (or as WetPaint called them "Wikis") that became very popular among my peers on the Internet. I had somewhere from two to four hundred members, perhaps even more on my website. Then, a year after I became interested in writing. This was the age I was able to experience different things socially and I decided that my take on life was important for myself to remember for others to hear. I started to write quotes and even song lyrics of everything I experienced. A couple of other projects later, other websites, and writing works later I started blogging! That's how my story started!

Since, I have not successful in my current blogs and writing works, I feel that I have forgotten who I am and where I came from. Competing with other blogs and other people has pushed me back a couple of staircase, I need to climb back up again and realize why I am blogging in the first place. For myself! Now that we got that clear. I hope you will enjoy reading my blog posts and perhaps find some sort of interest in the person I am. Maybe you can even relate to me!
xoxo,

What is this Blog About Again?

You would think I would know the answer to that question. Truth is, I really don't. I mean I love being titled as a "blogger" for my work on the It's Technologic blog, but this blog about me really does not have such an easy description. My technology blog is of course about technology. What does that mean for this blog? Is this blog about Eternity? Or myself? And what do I have to do with Eternity? And why should you read this blog (or this post for that matter)? Well I'm writing this post to answer of all those questions.

This blog in one word is about me. 

This blog does not pertain to just any aspect of my life. This blog features some of my discoveries as a computer geek, a writer, a future entrepreneur, and a constant memory preserver. This blog is about what I do, what I can't do, and what I will do. It showcases some of my daily adventures, some tips on life and what not, some opinions/rants (not often), and everything in between.
The word Eternity is something I live by. Actually, this quote with the word Eternity is something I live by.

I named my blog "The Eternity Journal" because showcases what I do/will do/did to leave my imprint on the world. 
My goal for this blog initially was to create a little world where you could find out everything about me, but I have been here long enough to know that it's not me others will want to read and know more about, it's my interests, and defines the person I am. Hopefully, you (my readers) will explore the depths of who I am and come here often to read about them!
xoxo,