‘We are not our thoughts…’ Something said to me today that is making me really think about how our thoughts effect us, our moods and what our actions are daily. Our thoughts can influence our actions but it is in the end what we do in this life that define us. Fear is not real, fear is: F – False E – Evidence A – Against R – Reality This was also something told to me recently and is changing my thoughts about the things I fear most in this life… Just remember, you are in charge, not your thoughts.

Aveda’s Mission Statement: Our mission at Aveda is to care for the world we live in, from the products we make to the ways in which we give back to society. At Aveda, we strive to set an example for environmental leadership and responsibility, not just in the word of beauty, but around the world. I love being a hairstylist since I get to put smiles on peoples faces every day. But being apart of Aveda, I know we as a team are helping putting smiles around the world.

#100daysofhappy Day Three: Today I spent a large portion of my day sorting through all of my clothes, shoes, accessories and jewelry. I am so fortunate to have always had such an abundance of beautiful things. Whether it be items I bought for myself, pieces my amazing parents got for me, or gifts I’ve received from loved ones alike, I have never found myself lacking in this department. Unfortunately, not everyone is this fortunate. So many in our community have need of life’s basic necessities. They fight every day to get a meal on the table for them and their families, let alone being able to afford luxuries. With such a myriad of these items in my own life, I wanted to give back to these extremely hardworking folk. Today I donated an enormous bag of beautiful and well-loved pieces to an inner city Salvation Army. This is such an easy thing to do and so greatly benefits not only those less fortunate, but it also helps to declutter your own space allowing for better clarity of mind. As well, Salvation Army donates all of it’s profits to various local charities and initiatives, doubling the goodwill that your donations provide. I couldn’t feel better about what I’ve accomplished so far with my #100daysofhappy and I am so incredibly excited to continue spreading positivity and happiness to everyone in my life.