philosufi / boys

Never try and understand the thoughts that run through a mans mind, because if you try and you succeed you gon' damn well wish you stopped.
They're so much more complex than you'd ever expect and frankly, it's exhausting to try and think about anything OTHER than how pretty they are. I'm not in ANY way suggesting that a woman can't grasp the thoughts that run through their brains, AS IF. I'm just saying...why bother? they're all the same anyways, by the time you get to the important stuff, you've been confused by all the B.S.

beauty / coffee hair mask

What if I told you that the coffee grounds you use to make that sweet sweet energizing nectar in the morning can be used at night to make your hair fine as hellll? Would you believe me? DAMN STRAIGHT YOU WOULD! 

Coffee is a natural energizer (hence why we drink it in the morning) and if you ever feel your hair is limp, dull or not growing fast enough, you can actually apply coffee grounds to your scalp and you'll see immediate improvements. Or, if your not looking for a mess (cause, holy shit is there a mess) you can simply rinse your hair in cold down, freshly brewed drank.

Benefits: 

• FLUFFY: Coffee grounds are coarse and when you put them on your scalp it rubs away some of the build up from years of using product after product.

• GROWTH: The caffeine in the grounds draws blood to the scalp when it is applied directly on your head. Over time, your hair molecules are energized and grow faster. 

• SHINE: I don't know why, and I don' know how BUT coffee makes hair so shiny and alive...I can't even handle it. 

• COLOUR: Coffee beans are naturally strong in colour, so when you apply it toyour hair it does darken it a teeny tiny bit. So, not really a great method for blonds, but brunettes, get on it! Also, it's very beneficial for those who are starting to show greys! 

Methods: 

PASTE

• 3 Tbls of grounds 
• Your fave conditioner (Use enough to make a thick paste, use your discretion) 
• 1/2 a lemon
• 2 eggs

Mix that shit together, wrap your head in plastic wrap OR a plastic bag (please, do not cover your nose or mouth...mistakes), put a towel on your pillow, go to sleep.
Wake up, wash your hair as per usual (rub somewhat roughly so your scalp really feels it), let your hair dry, style, vacuum the HUGE mess you made with those grounds, look at your sexy hair in the mirror.

GROUNDS:

• 1 Tbls of grounds
• Conditioner 

Mix conditioner and coffee grounds together in a bowl (we're not animals) enter shower, shampoo, rinse, grab mixture and use it like you would conditioner, wash until it's all gone, look at your sexy hair in the mirror.

LIQUID:
Brew coffee like you normally would.
Once you've got that done, make yourself a nice cup and drink that while you wait for the rest of it to cool down. Once cooled, rinse your hair with the coffee and squeeze out access liquid, before wrapping your hair in plastic wrap or a plastic bag (again, not the face). Let this sit for 20 to 30 minutes while you go on Facebook and write a post about having coffee in your hair (Ex. "holy shit, I have coffee in my hair. This shit BEST work"). Rinse out your hair and BOOM you're in shine city.
Hope this is helpful!! Have a beautiful day.

philosufi / legacy

You know, they say you die twice. One time when you let out your last breath and again, a bit later on, when somebody says your name for the last time. Don't let this be you, leave your mark in this world, be happy, be brave and always be kind.

trend / leather

What's more badass then having little hearts at your elbows? Not a whole lot. Leathers always on trend and this year more than ever, you'll find little pops of it everywhere. From your pants, to your jackets and even earrings. EMBRACE IT! Feel badass! Look hot like fi-ya!

i was here

This is going to be silly, but I admire Beyonce quite a bit, she represents strong, powerful, confident women who, despite being "sexy" can be taken seriously. I think she is truly one of a kind, the perfect role model for women and girls around the world.

The reason I went on that little love-fest rant is because often I feel like I'm losing touch with who I am and who I would like to be. I want more than anything in the world to help, inspire and touch the lives of people, giving hope while bridging the divide. In this quest, I'm truly not looking for recognition, just searching for my identity in other people. 

When I think it's time to stop dreaming because, frankly, one person can not make a dent in the world, never-mind change it, I head to YouTube to watch Beyonce's performance of my favourite song, I Was Here. Immediately I begin to believe again, the words, the images and the emotion fill me with happiness. 

Take a listen and you'll see what I mean.

Have a beautiful day,

trend / spikes

Fall is my favorite season, yes because of the new heavy and warm styles that emerge but also because it's the most halal fashion season! YAH for covering up with lots of fun options!!

In addition to warm sweaters, I LOVE the accessories that come out, this year more than ever before. PEOPLE! You can use your swag to kick ass! No more feeling unsafe walking down the street at night. Can I get a "hell yah?"

Above I put up a few options of spiked accessories that I'm lusting after (The Jeffery Campbell shoes in particular) but can't afford because I am jobless and my limited income goes to my Tim Hortons addiction. For now, I'll just look at them and cry over my donuts. Fun? FUN!

No matter what is happening in the world, make sure to keep yourself happy and whole, be playful and have fun.

me, myself & i

I like to think of myself as a well-rounded person, possibly because my zodiac sign (yes I believe that bull crap) is a Libra or maybe because I don't like to take myself too seriously. Either way, I have many loves which lead to this bi-polar blog. The world, its dwellings and it's creativity inspire and interest me, SUE ME if yah dun like it, son!

I wanted to keep this blog focused on world issues BUT I love fashion, music, art and philosophy far too much to keep my options closed. I'm going to start posting whatever sparks my interest, but I can confidently say I'll "never, ever, ever" bring celebrities into this realm! This I promise me!

My Philosufi is that if you care about how you present yourself (i.e. fashion darling) it doesn't translate to you valuing the world and social issues any less. I think it's best not to judge or question the the value of a persons spirit and heart, on their love of all things happy! Your worth and contributions to greater good should not be questioned because of your style, economic level or physical appearance but only in your actions. Keep this in mind while reading (as if anyone is reading) this blog.

Enjoy??

music > everything (except food)

I've got an almost unhealthy addiction to music. It literally IS the soundtrack to my life.
If you were to play a song from 10 years ago, one that I'd heard once or twice, it would take me back to that point in time or at the very least, it would eat away at my soul until I figure out where I heard it. Music is consuming my life and...I ain't mad.

Often I find that we don't like the music other people like and that's the absolute wrong way to go about music. I don't like music because I'm told to like it, different things keep me coming back for more. 
For instance, most of Nicki Minaj's  music is actual garbage BUT I love some of it because the beats are SO SICK and the word play is creative! Same goes for Weezy F Baby. Other times, I like them because they make me want to dance, even if I don't know a single word they're saying, Pitbull, I'm looking at you...weeeeee ooooo. And in other cases, I love the meaning behind the lyrics, basically Ed Sheeran over everything. 

The point is, music is supposed to evoke emotion and if it does that for you, who are we to judge other  peoples choices? Everyone is different. 

Right now, I can't stop listening to Phil Phillips' (such a dumb name) rendition of Damien Rice's, "Volcano" and-this one pains me, Massari's "New Day". I know, judge me because I judge me. 

I leave you with this picture of Phil Phillips because he is one fine looking country boy...damn those green eyes & quirky awkward charm!

Have a beautiful day!