Why being a newly graduate sucks

So, I recently graduated and got my major's degree. This June. Yay me.

(...You can really tell the excitement of the sentences above, right? Overall, it was one stressful experience and it took me almost whole summer to recover (shocker; hence why I was away for so long). The idea of this post is kindly sponsored by my autumn nostalgia and memories, also huge thank you to all the old photos on my phone for adding to my pain as well.)

While I was a student (school or uni, doesn't really matter), the word "graduation" itself sounded like gift sent from heaven. I think that's how it is with everyone? The whole big dream of finally having no studying and exams in your life and just doing whatever you want. It also feels like the day you graduate will be the happiest day of your life... but let me tell you, a story of someone who went through it...that feels nothing like you expect.

1. You feel tired. Really tired. You become the definition of the word "tiredness" and at some point when everything is over and you have your diploma in your hands, instead of partying all you want is to sleep for years.

2. After getting a bit of rest (a bit aka a week of being a zombie with diploma), you start realizing that you actually achieved something. That's when your mind embraces the hyperness and goes wild. The only thought of having all time free and for yourself is literally making you crazy and excited and at this point you start making a list of huge plans (aka "I'll get my body in shape" / "Learn another language" / "Go traveling " / etc.)

3. Now that you realize how much time studying took from your life these past few years, you get pissed, so pissed, that you nearly hate the place you studied at.

4. Once excitement and irritation both fade (after 30 chocolate milkshakes, month of doing nothing and one huge clean up session of your room) and your mind starts to function clearly, it's that time when you start thinking about the job. AND WHAT A SURPRISE. All your desired jobs are either: nonexistent, already taken, impossible to get. Also the thing that will piss you off the most is when job offers require 3-5 years of working experience, and noone seems to care that you couldm't work as much due to literally spending your days studying to get that damn diploma.

5. Due to temporary inability to find a job you want, the depression mode knocks at your door and says hello. You forget about all the exciting plans you wrote during stage 2 and generally feel down.
And this is when you begin doubting if getting the profession you chose was the right idea (most likely, you'll end up considering it a huge mistake).

And finally 6. As time goes, you begin realizing that...you, goddamnit, did it. You were strong enough to survive through all the struggles and get to this point in your life, which means that your current struggles are temporary and you sure can fix it all.

And, yes, it's okay to, every now and then, feel proud of yourself.

Antishopaholic tips

Ever felt like

 

Or like 

then this post is specially for you.

Lets be honest, as much as we claim that "money doesn't buy happiness", money still can buy us things, that make life easier, and lets say more cheerful.

And saddly some us, most of us, aren't rich enough to have things they want. 

Especially while being a student, I am telling you, it's so hard to be on a budget ban or spend all the money you save on boring necessary stuff, instead of buying a new dress or lipstick, that sometimes I just wanna scream "unfair".

And being surrounded by spoiled rich kids at uni doesn't make it any better.

So, tip 1. Buy the necessary stuff first. Lets be honest, you can survive without new nail polish, but you certainly can't refuse to repurchase your shampoo, if the previous bottle is now empty. I would rather have clean hair, thanks. 

Tip 2. Clean up your wardrobe and makeup storage. Give all the stuff you don't use away, sell it, just get rid of it, so you don't see it every day. Then look through all stuff you actually use and write down all the basic things you own. This will help you to see what you really needed all this time, and instead of buying 3 new mascaras, you could save the money for new jeans (especially if yours are old now) or a new warm coat for winter time.

Tip 3. Now that you figured what you need to buy, for example, new coat, then sit down and think it over. What color will go with your personal style and clothes you own? Does it have to be with a hood or not? Write down all the important details. If you have no idea what is trendy this season, go for classics. Check out few online stores to see what they offer for this season.

Tip 4. Offline shopping over online shopping. Even if you are 200% sure that coat gonna fit you well, TRY IT on. There is still 50% chance that the clothing item you just fell for, doesn't look good enough ON YOU.

Tip 5. So, you go to the mall, and oh my God, so many cute stuff there and you get lost, confused and upset, because not enough money to buy it all.

Remember that 

so sorry, honey, but put that cute pumpkin scented candle down and get back to the main point. Aka you don't want to freeze your butt off, because you spent all money on 16573276436436th bottle of shower gel.

Tip 6. Remember you wrote down how you imagine your dream coat? Now compare it with the ones you see in stores and pick a winner. Tada.

Tip 7. Don't hunt brands. I assure you, cheap is not always bad. 

Tip 8. If you see something like a basic shirt on a big sale, try to get it. Check the sales for things YOU NEED, not just for the sake of buying something because it has 70% off.

Tip 9. It's okay to be picky. You should be. But, sometimes, no matter how picky you are, you just fall in love with that cute pair of shoes...and that jacket...and that adorable blouse...and it's okay. But you can live without it, so pay for that damn coat and walk out of that store. QUICK.

And lastly, if after all that struggle, you come home like 

                                then congratulations, you are doing it right! xx

ANTI ADVICES: How to make people hate you

1.Talk about yourself. Seriously, whatever the conversation is about, just try to turn it into a monologue about your precious life, and if you fail at changing the topic, just stop talking about whatever you and your opponent were discussing and start talking about your problems, like SURPRISE BET YOU DID NOT SEE THAT COMING.

2. Stop saying "thank you". They did something for you? Good pet, now kiss your queen's hand and get out of my sight. Always remember - the whole world owes you. Just like that.

3. Randomly stop connecting your friends in any way. If they ask what's wrong, just be like "Nothing", pull on a poker face and walk away like a boss.

4. If they find a way to tug you into any sort of communication, use the "nevermind" weapon.
You:I wanted to tell you something...
Friend:What is it?
You: Nevermind.

Use at least once a day, repeat if needed.

5. Spread rumours. No, it doesn't matter if gossips you pass on are true or false, so if anyone states that your sayings are false facts, be like "Well duh, I ain't a Wikipedia, bitch."

6. Flirt with your friends' crushes. Preferably in front of them.

7. If you have an iPhone, SHOW EVERYONE AND THEIR DOG THAT YOU HAVE IT.

8.  Always be sad or depressed, and try to wipe your depression all over the rest.

9. If someone tells you they like something, make sure they know that you HATE that thing.

10. "Forget" about your friend's birthday, and never send any birthday wishes.
Like seriously, why should I remember your birth date, you ain't my favorite celebrity or something.


(please note, this post is strictly for fun and laughs, do not follow these options, unless you truly want people to dislike you....because this stuff works, you know.) xx