Effectiveness of Prayer

This year I really wanted to focus on making #BOSSBABE MVMT a movement where my blog can touch people's lives. This movement is going to not only touch people through my fashion and beauty advice but also through the gift of prayer. Words are definitely one thing that can influence and impact people. Prayer has been one of my biggest focuses this year. What does prayer do for our life?  What is the purpose of prayer? How do we even pray? Why do we do it? The only way to build a stronger foundation with God is through prayer. Prayer has always been beneficial in my life. I've been playing on a worship team for almost all throughout my entire life. I was told by many prophets and pastors that my keyboard playing brings an anointing in the room. It didn't matter how great or bad I sounded, but the expressions of the audience always told it all. I knew I had a bigger calling in my life than just playing the keyboard. Another gift was Prayer. The Prayer for Healing.

Anyone in faith to the Lord, prayer plays such a huge impact in our life. Prayer should be like breathing. It's basically immune to us. It's a great tool to get intimate with God and build a stronger foundation. God says a relationship with Him gives a deeper satisfaction than anything else we desire. A relationship with God is so important because that's how He can restore us by believing and trusting in Him. Sometimes when we go through turmoils in life, it's hard to believe and we wonder and ask questions. During those times, that's when God wants us the most.

Prayer for me has always been beneficial in my life. In the Bible is says "Keep on asking, and you will receive what you asked for. Keep on seeking, and you will find. Keep on knocking, the door will be opened to you. For everyone who asks, receives. Everyone who seeks, finds. And to everyone who knocks, the door will be opened." Matthew 7:7-8. So you mean to tell me, if I ask for anything the Lord will provide? That sounds like an awesome life God! But of course we must have faith during these moments of prayer.

How does Healing come into play in all this? I've always heard testimonies about people getting healed from cancer, sicknesses and other pains they've encountered, but I've never experienced them in person. I went to a Christian Camp in high school not expecting anything. I assumed it was just a typical camp that I've always been going to since I was a child, just a grown up version camp haha! During the last night of camp, we had late night prayer. That was the night I've visually have seen emotional and physical healing. It's something I've never seen before. I knew there was more to this than just playing the keyboard. What hit home to me was this girl who was deaf in both ears have popped when the Pastor prayed for her. Her hearing wasn't 100% but she was able to hear her voice. She has not heard her voice since she was 5 years old. I remember how I felt hearing her testimony. What my heart did at that moment. That's when I knew this was the God I serve, this was the God that heals. I've also experienced my own personal healing when I was prayed for my ankle back in 2014. This was 4 years after being out of church. My ankle hurt so bad to the point I was limping. I never felt such a feeling of Vapor Rub, soothing through my ankles from a hand. It was a feeling I've never felt before. At that moment, my faith has grown. I knew I had the capability of praying for the broken, the sick, you name it.

On 2/24/19, I had the privilege of playing the piano for a church. For some reason, I knew there was something powerful that was going to happen in the service today. I had the Holy Spirit mention to me multiple times to be obedient to what I am going to say to you today. I knew there had to be healing taken place. I came in early to rehearse and help. Once service started to begin, I started feeling certain pains; Headaches, anxiety, depression, back pains. I knew that wasn't all me. We started worshiping, after the set was done the pastor told me to continue playing. He came up to me and said "Everyone just listen to the playing of the piano. I love the way she plays and I'm not just saying this just because you're new but has anyone told you, your gift of playing shows grace and there is a sense of anointing when you play". At that moment, I knew healing needed to be taken in this place. I asked the pastor for permission if I can speak to the congregation and he let me take the mic. I said to the congregation, "I'm being obedient to the Lord, if anyone is dealing with depression, anxiety, back pains, headaches, please come up to the alter. I would love to pray for you". At that very moment I had about 6 people come up. I was shocked, I was so happy in the midst of me playing, I was able to pray for healing. Two people I prayed for, who were suffering through back pains, suicidal and depression, surrendered it all to the Lord and received healing that day. At the end of the day if two people are healed. God was in the works!

Trust and faith has got me to where I am. I know my writings and my obedience to the Lord will changes lives. My story is still being written.

"My role model went to the cross for me"

- Francis Chan

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SELF LOVE

Love is definitely in the air! I honestly never understood this holiday but I totally get the hype. How do we define love? What is love? How does love effect our lives? Everyone has their own version of Love. Love to me is an intense emotional attachment for one another. In the bible 1 Corinthians 13:4-7, the Lord says "Love is patient and kind. Love is not jealous or boastful or proud or rude. It does not demand it's own way. It is not irritable, and it keeps no record of being wronged. It does not rejoice about injustice but rejoices whenever the truth wins out. Love never gives up, never loses faith, is always hopeful, and endures through every circumstances." Jeez God, that's really hard to follow through! Almost everyone knows this scripture in the bible, but that is what Love is! Growing up I never got the typical chocolates and flowers. When I would see other girls in high school, I've always wanted that special moment. I realized I felt that way because never experienced that before. I always needed validation from a male to provide certain needs. Once my relationship with God has grown and I genuinely understood his love for me, the only thing that really mattered was God's Love. There's nothing worth more than embracing the Love that God has provided for me. At the end of the day, God know's his kids and know's what we desire. In this post, I will be sharing some of my growing process.

The most challenging thing for me was loneliness. I hated being alone. I was always going out whether it be with my friends or my ex-boyfriend at the time. I always needed to do things with another individual. When my relationship with God started to grow, I've learned to do things on my own. I was spending more time with others verses having an intimate relationship with God.  At a period in my life, God has taken away some of my closest friends. It hurt and I never understood why. I REALLY felt alone. I went from seeing them almost every week to years of not seeing each other. At that moment, it was just me and God. God wanted to show me what it was like to spend time with him, to understand what true love was, break down certain things that he wanted me to heal from. In the midst of my "loneliness", the Lord has been with me this entire time. He was grabbing my attention the entire time but I was too consumed with other people. When I started to understand God's Love, I started taking myself out on dates. What that looked like to me was, taking myself to lunch, go to the gym, go driving on the highway, go shopping by myself. Honestly, in the beginning it was so weird but now it's basically became a habit haha! The great part is, I don't have to wait for anyone and I move at my own pace (I can't help I'm such a timely person!). 

I always had this habit of being there for everyone. Loyalty has been one of my biggest traits. It's something I stand by and once I'm committed, I'M LEGIT ALL IN! I've realized, you can't be everyone's superhero. You can't always save people because at the end of the day, they have to figure it out on their own, just like you did. We need to be the best version of our self. Do things that make you happy. I used to stress out about what I ate all the time, now I eat whatever I want and workout at the same time. Because I stress less about what food goes in my mouth, my muscle and body structure has been the most successful in my 29 years of living life! Your happiness comes before anyone else. Be the best version of you!

What also helped me through my process was being around older women. Being around women who are older than you naturally have more experience then you. It was always interesting to hear or seek advice from someone older than me because it helped me gain perspective. Learning gives so much power to the brain. You don't realize the information you grasp at that moment can change your life. I always thought I had it all figured out on my own. My stubbornness didn't get me anywhere. I had to throw my pride down and had to be open to listen. It took a lot of humbleness and grace to work through all this. I had to be open to what was being fed spiritually and mentally.

Lastly, finding my purpose. I have to constantly set my mind to do what I love on a daily basis. I love fashion and beauty. Just creating your own style and own art through clothes and makeup. That's the beauty of being your own person. Everyone has a uniqueness about them. I refuse to live a robotic life. And sometimes, life can be that way. But that will only be that way if you create it that way. Style your own mind, style your own success. That is the beauty of finding your purpose. I know my goal is to one day touch lives through my writing and prayer. I was told that I would be influential to peoples lives through fashion and beauty. If it wasn't for God's Love, I would not be here.

HAPPY VALENTINE'S DAY

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New Moves 2019

Wow it has been a long time coming! It's been two years I have not updated on my blog. I am officially back on my blog game with new ideas, new movements and new thoughts. A couple years back, my focus was mainly on fashion and beauty. I knew I had more to talk about, more ideas to share, new ideas to create. This year I will be focusing on my love for God and my relationship with him when it comes to prayer. Of course, fashion and beauty will be the focus as well but I would also be incorporating my purpose into writing. I've been fighting this battle of what my true calling was for the past two years. I was playing music on a worship team for the longest time and trust me, my heart of worship has expanded throughout the years. During my process, I've realized I had a heart to pray for healing. I wanted 2019 be the year of digging deep into what the Lord has called me to be.

I also created this thing called the #BOSSBABE Movement. It's been stuck in my mind for the longest time and now it's time for me to attack this thing! This movement is to focus on women to share their purpose in life. It doesn't just have to be women, it can be men as well. I want everyone to share their purpose and goals in life, and I'm hoping I can utilize that to pray for them. I honestly never knew it a million years I would be writing a blog or I was capable enough to write one. I didn't have much supporters but the ones who did always encouraged me and believed I can create something big. Writing has always help me soothe any pain I was going through in life so putting this out to the world means everything to me. To be able to express through words has been one of my biggest accomplishments. I'm not much to express or be open but I thank God through this blog that I am slowly able to break that chain and be an influence to someone.

This year is going to be the year of change and growth. I definitely see God working in me already. I promise to you all I will be more consistent with posting new ideas. Thank you for riding this journey with me. I can not wait!

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Back-To-School Outfits

August is slowly coming to an end. Fall is just around the corner! The end of August would usually be the time when everyone goes back to school. That means Back-To-School Shopping! I always enjoyed when my mom took my sister and I Back-To-School shopping. We would go early in the morning to avoid all the lines, crowds and traffic. Now that I look back, it's been 4 years I've graduated out of college. It definitely has been a long time. School was always a great way make friends and reconnect during the beginning of the school year. For all the fine fashionista's out there, we always want to make a great impression. We want to look our best on the first day of school.

Everyone has their own style they want to create. Below will be some pictures and ideas you can put together for a great look on your first day back!

1. Fall-in in Love Look: Your typical Fall look with destroyed jeans, suede blue booties, Paisley patterned kimono and a mocha colored scared! Dark colors always make me feel festive during the Fall.

2. Loafer Slides: How cute are they? Loafer slides are the new fad this year. Pair these up with some nice skinny jeans and an off-the-shoulder top!

3. Comfy Biker Chick: There is nothing wrong with being comfortable and being fashionable at the same time. Probably the best combo ever! Parachute jumper (Amazon for super cheap!) and top it off with leather vest, body chain and leather booties!

4.  Bring Back the 90's: Adidas are back in style! The 90's are coming back! Let's bring out the denim jackets with the graphic tees to create this awesome look!

3. Bohemian: The fringe on the dress what makes it fun. Top it off with cute leggings and open toe booties.

4. Sassy Cheetah: If you're a diva and always needs to be looked presentable at all times, this is definitely the look for you. Burgundy is definitely a signature color during the Fall. A nice burgundy skirt with some tights and booties. Top it off with a cheetah print fur coat with create this sassy look!

Fall is one of my favorite seasons of all time. Not too hot, not too cold, it's just right. I love getting together clothes during this season because there are so many to choose from. These are some outfits I have created together in the past. Let's start the school year off right with an awesome look!

Selfie's

Happy August! It has been long overdue for a new post. Summer time is slowly coming to an end. Today's blog will focus on the topic of "Selfies". Why are Selfies so popular nowadays in this generation? Selfie's have become the ultimate way of taking pictures. On, Instagram there are about 300 million hashtags on selfies. It is a fun way to capture a moment with a friend or anything that means something to you on a personal level. In this blog, I will be discussing how "Selfie's are beneficial in a beauty and fashion environment.

Selfies have become so popular ever since the iPhone expanded there camera in the front. It has to be the best thing invented. I will never forget using my Canon digital camera to take selfies. I would take about 20 pictures to make sure I get the best photo. Now with all the amazing iPhone camera effects, taking a Selfie takes two seconds to capture a perfect photo.  When a woman is feelin' herself, whether it be through her make-up or an amazing outfit, taking a Selfie is to remind herself on that day, she felt great and she enjoyed every piece that she created in that photo (At least that's what I do haha). Make-up and clothes are a great way to expand business and to expand new trends. We have many woman taking photos of themselves with full make-up applications. This is their way of promoting the make-up business but also promoting what they used on their face. Same goes along with Fashion Clothing. We see a lot of women and men promoting different outfits every day to promote the latest and newest trends. This also creates and idea for women in different sizes. Many women struggle with finding the "right size". Selfies are a great way to relate with the consumers who struggle with finding the correct clothing size, matching of make-up color, or what works for them. There will always be someone out there that will relate with you to provide that access of comfort to satisfy everyone's needs. Trends are always changing, especially in the fashion world. It is our job as people to promote ourselves.

Some may argue and say that "Selfies" are peoples way of being conceited or they ware being self centered. Honestly, Computer Scientists have studied that taking Selfies are actually very healthy. Yes, that's right, apparently frequently taking selfies leads to an increase in body confidence and an overall improvement in the mood. If you feel good about yourself, capture the moment. Pictures are long lasting and memorable. It also brings our your inner beauty. Maybe you love the way your make-up looks? Or you love the outfit you have on today. Self care is not selfish. Self care is important and important to the mind, body and soul. We take Selfies because we want to feel accepted and loved. Having confidence in ourselves and our image allows us to proudly and comfortably open up to the world. I remember I hated the way I looked in a lot of my Selfies. When I feel good about myself, I take a Selfie and use it to my advantage.

So, don't be shy. Go snap away and take a photo of yourself!
Until next time!

Selfie Confession: I took this photo because I loved how I looked here. I love my summer time glow and my hair looks blonde and fabulous!

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#GIRLBOSS

Welcome welcome welcome! Another week on Thursday thoughts with Jane. One topic I want to focus on is the word GIRL BOSS. The word Girl Boss, has so much meaning. It makes a woman sound superior, in control, a business woman, leader, and etc. The book "#GIRLBOSS"was inspired by a woman entrepreneur named Sophia Amoruso. She is the CEO of the fashion company called "Nasty Gal". She has always been independent, wise beyond her years, go-getter, but most of all motivated. She was motivated because she saw her NastyGal business grow into something huge. She started her business by bitting clothes on eBay and got her consumers through her Myspace page. Reading her book has inspired me to write a blog post and provide tips on how to become a GIRLBOSS. Truth is that many people will be sharing with your their career tips. Whether that is a professional or simply a person who loves and cares for you and your well-being. Sometimes you need to figure out what you want in your life. This year so far has taught me so many things about myself. I would've never thought to be writing a fashion blog. Today I will be sharing some tips on how to be a "Girl Boss"!

1. You: Find Your Expertise: To be a Girl Boss you have to put yourself first. Once you put yourself first, you learn to love yourself. Self love is so important. Sometimes we don't know what we want to do in life. Ask yourself, what is one thing you love to do and how you can make a profit out of what you love? At the end of the day, you are in control of your life. Sometimes we get caught up in other peoples time and dream, we loose ourselves in other people's dream. Every journey is a process.

2. Reading: Honestly, reading new books is a great way to learn and think.  There is nothing more attractive than stimulating the mind. It's so important to educate yourself if you want to be a Girl Boss! Just because you may have a Bachelors degree does not mean to stop educating yourself. I always do my best to learn something new everyday. As an entrepreneur, there is always room for expanding the mind!

3. Be Assertive: Somewhere hanging in the balance of being submissive and aggressive is being assertive. As far as women have come in a workplace, we're sometimes still faced with stereotypes. One thing to remember is to be assertive. Being submissive might lead you to being manipulated and walked on while being aggressive might lead to harsh and hostile work conditions. Being assertive is knowing when to take "no" for an answer and knowing when to push a little bit harder.

4. Save Money: If you're going to be a Girl Boss, you have to save money. There is a difference between wanting something and need something. There are a lot of things that we want in life but we can not afford to get them right now. They say "If you got to think about it, then do not buy it!". There is a common rule called the 50-30-20 Rule. It says that you shouldn't spend more than 50% of your paycheck on essentials, so this will cover food, transportation, housing, and etc. 30% of your paycheck would fall into your personal expenses such as dinner nights, movies, gym memberships and etc. Lastly, 20% of your paycheck should go to your bank. Regardless, you should be saving something. It's better to have more than less.

5. Vision Board: Get your old magazines and create a vision board. Start brainstorming and visualizing how you want your life to be on a board. You can get creative and even draw out what you want to succeed in life. This is a fun project to hang on your wall so you can be reminded of what you want to accomplish. You will be surprised in what you come up with!

6. Time Management: They say, if you're on time you're late! It's important to be at least 15 minutes early. Being your own boss, you lead by example. If you want people running on your time, as leaders you set the tone. If you want to run on Korean people time, I suggest you come an hour early (Haha).

7. Dress To Impress: Looks do matter. I repeat, LOOKS DO MATTER. As your business status changes, so will your appearance. You'll have to adjust your appearance, the way you move and present yourself. Always dress your best. Most girls feel confident when they are wearing a outfit they love and feel comfortable in. Some may use the "I am on a budget" quote. That is no excuse to look like a slob. Be the Girl Boss people look at and think "Dang this girl always got it all together". Always look your Girl Boss best!

8. Set Goals: I have a journal written down with tons of goals. A section filled with short term goals and long term goals. You always want to make sure your goals are attainable, specific and realistic. We all want to meet Santa but is that realistic? Probably not. Let's be real about them and attack them!

9. Take Risks: Taking a risk may seem intimidating because it's a change and some people don't like change. But nothing is more satisfying than seeing your dreams come true. When no one believed in you and lost some friends along the way but still making it happen.

10. Hater's Gonna Hate: It is scientifically proven that the amount of people that will support your new move will be small. Small amount of supports will be too busy pointing out all the difficulties, sacrifices and risks you will be taking. Be prepared for the negativity but don't let that bring you down. Instead let that push you and motivate you. Nothing is more better than a successful revenge.

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These are Jane's steps on how to be a Girl Boss. Overall, it's all about pursing yourself and making your dreams happen. Sometimes it may mean to sacrifice a little but the end result will be the best reward. They say, work hard and play later!


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Make-Up & Beauty Interview with JoJoCircus

Happy June! It's great to be back to share my thoughts and share some new ideas. In today's episode, I am happy to interview my talented and beautiful little sister Joan AKA JoJo. JoJo is a certified Make-Up Artist, graduated from M.U.D School (Make-Up Designory) in New York City. She has been such an inspiration in the beauty industry. There is never a time when we are walking together in the streets without someone giving her a compliment. I remember when the make-up industry hasn't grown yet, Jojo never gave up and continued to experiment new ideas. When family members were against her being a Make-Up Artist, she did not care and continued to pursue her dreams. Today, I am looking forward to go more in depth about Jojo's experience as a Make-Up Artist and what advice she can provide for the audience.

Interview with JoJo Circus

1. What makes you stand out as a Make-Up Artist?

What makes me stand out as a Make-Up Artist besides my bright blue hair, is being able to get creative and have fun playing with different colors and products.

2. What does your daily make-up routine look like?

I always start with a cleansed moisturized canvas. Skin Care is definitely a MUST when it comes to applying make-up in yourself. I will list in order how I put on my make-up on a daily basis:

• Primer: Current favorite is my "First Aid Beauty Coconut Smoothie" primer.
• Foundation: I always switch off my foundation but the one I reach for the most would be "Tarte Rainforest of the Sea" foundation. I love how the foundation looks on my skin!
• Concealer: Current favorite is the famous "Tarte Shape Tape". Full coverage concealer, very lightweight and a little bit goes a long way. I use more of a peachy concealer to cover up my dark circles. No one wants to look tired!
• Setting Powder: "RMCA No Color Powder" gives no flashbacks in your photos which is what I love in a setting powder.
• Bronzer: "Girlatik Beauty Bronzer" in "Cabo" is my all time favorite. It gives me a beautiful summer bronzed skin!
• Eyebrows: Currently loving the "LA Girl Brown Mechanical Pencil". This is definitely an affordable version of the Anastasia Beverly Hills Brow Wiz.
• Blush: I love any blushes that are coral. It gives me a pretty natural flush to my skin tone. "Too-Faced in Peach Beach" is my all time favorite.
• Highlighter: Who doesn't love this part of their make-up routine?! I love using different highlighters for different types of looks I go for. I use at least two highlighters to give me the perfect amount of glow!
• Eye Shadow: It all depends on what kind of look I'm going to create. If I want a pop of color, I love using the "Suva Beauty's: Cupcakes and Monster's" palette and the "Urban Decay's: Electric" palette. The more neutral palettes I would reach  for the "Violet Voss: Holy Grail" palette or "Morphe's: F35" palette.
• Mascara: "Benefit: Roller Lash Mascara" is AMAZING!!!
• False Lashes: I love applying false lashes especially since my lashes are always falling downwards. False lashes help me have existing lashes. "KoKo Lashes" in the style Goddess is my all time favorite!
• Lips: My go to lip is "Jefferee Star's" Androgyny" Velour Lipsticks. I am obsessed with lip colors that have a mauve and plum tone.

3. What is your favorite make-up brand ad why would you recommend it?

My favorite make-up brand would have to be "Kat Von D" because I love her edgy style and I love that she has a lot of different colors in her collection. The pigmentation in her products are absolutely AMAZING! If you're a make-up lover and you're not afraid to play with colors, definitely try out her products. She is also Cruelty Free!

4. What are the biggest challenges Make-Up Artists have to face?

The biggest challenge a Make-Up Artist has to face is honestly challenging ourselves to become better, not being afraid to learn something new. Also becoming professional enough to charge the rate's you deserve as an Artist.

5. How often do you clean your make-up brushes?

I clean my brushes every time I'm done with my make-up application. In my opinion, if you do not clean your brushes, the products that we're used from previous can absorb into your brushes and dry up and can get stuck in the hairs. That causes the hairs on the brushes to fall out and ruin the brushes. Treat your brushes as if you were washing your own hair.

6. How long does it take for you to apply a full make-up application?

An hour and a half! This is one of my favorite questions anyone can ask me. The amount of jaws dropped and "WOW that's dedication!", I get everyday is pretty hilarious!

7. Do you prefer high name brand make-up or drug store make-up?

It all depends on what the product is. For example, a gel liner, mascara, and eyebrow pencil, these I prefer drug store affordable brands because you can always find an alternative product that works the same way. When it comes to foundation, lip products, eye shadows blush and highlighters, I usually go more towards the higher end because I feel like they have more pigmentation than a drug store brand.

8. Why do you choose the beauty industry?

I choose the beauty industry because the trends are always changing and it challenges and inspires me to learn more about the field. from high fashion, Avant Garde, Male Make-Up and editorials. I will never forget the time I worked my first photo shoot and seeing my work up on my schools website. I knew being in the beauty industry was something I knew I wanted to do for the rest of my life.

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Jojo, thank you for taking the time to provide us useful information and tips on your journey as a Make-Up Artist! We wish you luck and continue pursuing your dreams! This is only the beginning.

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