The Candy Team's Blog, page 19

10 Reasons Why You Need a Pair of White Sneakers in Your Life

We all have  our preferred style of footwear, but there’s no way you can survive without a go-to pair of white sneakers. Here, we list down the reasons why it's a certified fashion girl staple: 

1. You can wear them with absolutely anything.

2. They're so versatile that there's one fit for every personality.

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Taron Egerton, Shawn Mendes, Selena Gomez, Demi Lovato Make It To Forbes' 30 Under 30 2016

Forbes finally announced the names of this year's 30 under 30, and we're happy to report that some of your favorites made it to the list. Plus, the rest of them also shared some helpful advice, perfect to jumpstart your new year below:

Hollywood and Entertainment

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From Our Readers: To the One Who Thought I Wasn't Worthy

All my life I have experienced different kinds of love. There is that kind where I feel so safe and comfortable, like a familial love. Another one is a love that made me do all that's fun in the world; I got it from my friends. There's also this love when you are just sitting there with a bunch of people and wonder idly "Where has this been hiding all my life?" Then, there is a love that is you.

READ: To the Guy Who Made Me Believe

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The Difference Between a Mature Relationship and an Immature Relationship

They say love is a many splendored thing, but like everything else, it should have a certain balance. While immature couples "fall" in love and get lost in each other's world, mature couples step into it fully aware of what they're getting into and do their best to make things work. If you're in a relationship right now, which kind do you have?

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10 People You Should Send a Postcard To Today

There is still nothing quite like receiving a handwritten letter from a friend you haven't heard from in years. Or a note sneakily inserted into your book in the middle of class by a secret admirer. This year, we're encouraging you to go back to old-fashioned lettered writing and we'll help you get started! Here are the 10 people we think you should send a postcard to today!

Your childhood best friend who now lives miles away.

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10 Quotes About Making Your Dreams A Reality

Dreams: The one thing that keep us going through the rocks and stumbles of life. There are many things that go on each day and there are a lot of things you do every day. Some of your decisions could be based on making your dream a reality. But each day isn't full of sunshine and warm smiles, there are days when the clouds turn gray and you feel exhausted with everything going on. But when days like this come along, don't give in. Don't give up. To help, here are some quotes to remember when the going gets tough.

 

Though she be but little, she is fierce.
When you feel you're inadequate, when people start to judge your capabilities, don't give in. You have something bigger in you that can and will surprise each and everyone who ever doubted you. Stop questioning yourself and don't let anyone dictate what you should do with your life or what decisions you should make.

If you want to stand out, don't be different, be outstanding.
To succeed, you must dare to be different. If you want to make a difference, go the distance and be incredibly unique. When you want to make your dream a reality, you must strive for the best. 

Never allow waiting to become a habit. Live your dreams and take risks. Life is happening now.
If you have a dream in mind, work towards it. Don't allow yourself to stand on the sidelines—take action and live life. You have to create your own opportunities instead of waiting for it. Sooner or later, you'll realize that that moment you've been waiting for is the one you're living in now.  

The flower doesn't dream of the bee. It blossoms and the bee comes.
When we focus too much on being attractive, or trying to impress and please other people, we often lose our own selves and what truly matters. We lose the essence of what we are doing because we seek too much of others' approval. Instead, we should just focus on constantly renewing ourselves to become better.  

Art should comfort the disturbed and disturb the comfortable.
Whatever your goal is, whatever your passion or dream may be, it must be daring enough to make a change. 

''What if I fall?' Oh, but my darling what if you fly? 
Whether or not we admit it, one of our biggest fears in life is failure. But then again, failing doesn't necessarily mean it's the end. Failure often leads you to the right path–it humbles you and teaches what to do the next time around. 

If it's still in your mind, it's worth taking the risk. 
Maybe that one thought that you had this morning is still in your head as you eat your dinner. If you have but one thought that you can't let go of, there may be as well be a good reason as to why. Why don't you try and find out? 

The future belongs to those who believe in the beauty of their dreams.
Not only to those who believe but also to those who act upon making it a reality. 

Nothing can dim the light that shines from within.
Since nothing can dim your light, don't be afraid to show it to the world. Share what you have and don't be afraid.

By doing what you love, you inspire and awaken the hearts of others. 

The most amazing thing that could happen when we try and make our dreams real is when we inspire others to make their own dreams real as well. If the simple act of smiling is already contagious, what more the bigger act of throwing your whole heart out into something you love? You never know, you may be the only spark this world needs for something big to happen. 

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This Is the Book Club You Need To Join This Year

We know that one of your goals this year, our dearest Candy Girls and Boys, is reading more books. And because it's better to do anything and everything with friends who'll support you along the way, we encourage you to join UN Women Goodwill Ambassador Emma Watson in Our Shared Shelf over Goodreads.com.

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From Our Readers: You are the Love I Will Never Get Over

Our world crumbled apart without an explosion, without the sound of goodbyes or explanations resonating. I just heard every hello we made disappear and saw the one thing I am most afraid of—our souls, the two of us, drifting farther and farther away until I can no longer see you near me.

I remember making a promise to myself that you won't hear my cry resound nor see me gazing at the sunset over the past that keeps crawling up on my skin. But you and I made many promises that, clearly, we were too remiss to keep and certainly, this is one of them.

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5 Signs You Have Wanderlust

Wanderlust is the intense desire to travel the world. People with wanderlust have a thirst that cannot be quenched and are on a constant journey to try and satisfy it. Here are 5 signs that you have wanderlust.

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You are always restless.

People with wanderlust simply can't stand still. There are always places to see and things to do. You constantly need to be in a new place, and you can't stay in a particular place for a prolonged period of time. For you, life is clearly a journey, and you like being on the move with no clear indication that you are ready to stop and settle down.

You have a sense of adventure.

Wanderlust isn't just about traveling; it's also about making the most out of every situation and trying new things. Whenever you find yourself faced with the unfamiliar while traveling, you aren't afraid to take risks or go the extra mile. You believe that even if you are somewhere for just a set number of hours, you can squeeze every moment for what it's worth.

You prefer to go off the beaten path.

To plan a trip is to have purpose. If you have wanderlust, though, travel doesn't need to have one because the journey is the purpose itself. You prefer to be spontaneous and venture out on your own. You may have things you want to see, but you want to enjoy the ride towards the destination because there is the possibility of discovering new things along the way.

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From Our Readers: I Fell For You, You Fell For Her

I know this may sound like a cliche but I didn't expect that you would mean this much to me. I didn't expect that I'd stare at the ceiling at 3 in the morning without noticing I already have tears in my eyes, I didn't know I'd be this affected since I'ev been known as a strong person.

Remember when we would stay up late and have a chat because you were asking for my help about having a crush on my best friend? I enjoyed every little bit of it. What about when she declined you and you were so broken-hearted and I tried my very best to give you my comforting words just to make you feel better? Days passed by I feel so anxious because I think a small part of me had already fallen for you.

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