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DAILY TIPS BY MONA VAND

Hi guys 🤍 Taking some time off social media for

Hi guys 🤍 Taking some time off social media for the next 4 weeks or so to focus on some other things. All good stuff :) I feel really good about closing out the year like this and I’m excited about 2021!
⠀
With that said, i have so many helpful video clips i haven’t posted, so @briannamcerrito on my team might take over my page and share some during the week. Not sure yet. But if so, she’ll write captions as her but possibly summarize the video into bullet points.
⠀
Also - there will still be a new YouTube video every week. We busted our 🍑’s filming all that content for the rest of the year but its done and there’s some good stuff!
⠀
Sending you all love and good health. Xo
-Mona

Last week while filming a video on hydration from

Last week while filming a video on hydration from the inside out (beverages, supplements, eye creams, face mists, lip balms, and more)!
⠀
A month or so ago i posted asking you guys for hair and makeup recs in NYC and you so delivered. I still haven’t even gotten to try out a lot of the wonderful people you tagged but i do have to give a huge shoutout to @hairbyester... she is so good! In love with the hair she did for this shoot! And beautiful makeup by @mua_jennifer 💋
⠀
Jeans are @motherdenim top is @cultgaia

I used to struggle so much with meditation. It did

I used to struggle so much with meditation. It did the opposite of relax me, i felt anxious the entire time i was trying to sit through it. One of the biggest things i learned that really helped me was that you are SUPPOSED to have thoughts while you meditate, you can’t justshut your brain off. So when those thoughts come into your head, just go back to thinking about whatever your mantra is. And then more thoughts will come, and then you again just go back to your mantra. You repeat this process for 10-20 minutes and you’re done 💗
⠀
Does knowing this help you and take the pressure off??

Let's talk about affordable skincare from @CVS_Bea

One of the recipes (beet cilantro smoothie) from m

One of the recipes (beet cilantro smoothie) from my e-book that is coming out anyyyyy day now. Just a tad delayed (I swear every time i start a project I don’t account for the many little things that need to get done).
⠀
I worked with @my_chef_catering chef Aaron at @bonappetitagency to help me shoot all the recipes so that they looked beautiful (I’ve got the cooking part down but not the presentation😝). A little bit about @bonappetitagency...
⠀
They’re a chef and food delivery service based in LA and NYC. They do everything from private chefs, food styling for shoots, to weekly organic no-contact meal delivery service 🙌🏼 They basically bring the restaurant experience to your home, which is really nice during these times. Also - the food is REALLY good. Like was snacking on everything during the shoot.
⠀
Pics shot by my girl @ariellelevyphoto 💛 (how cool is the white poster board trick? Allows you to shoot in direct sun so you get great shadows

Discovered a new wellness coffee shop ☕️ @mada

Discovered a new wellness coffee shop ☕️ @madamebonte. Ask for the beetroot latte with almond milk, trust me! So good...
⠀
Dress is @thefrankieshop
Belt @versace
Rings @xivkarats

Just a Monday morning reminder that you are in con

Just a Monday morning reminder that you are in control of your thoughts, words and actions. And your body will listen them all.
⠀
There was a super interesting study conducted that showed how true this can be. Two groups of housekeepers working for the same company went about the same amount of work, but only one group was privately told that the 8 hours of work they did a day was a great form of exercise and would help them get in shape...
⠀
At the end of the few weeks the group who believed it was good exercise saw actual biological markers shift (blood pressure, blood sugar levels, and body). The other group did not...
⠀
So let’s all start this week with good intention and stop the negative self talk (we’re all guilty of it)! Believe you’re great because you are 🤍

There’s just something about shoot days that kno

There’s just something about shoot days that knocks the energy out of me 🥵 takeout it is tonight (@avranyc 🙌🏼) I’ve had more to film bc I’m starting to ramp up my YouTube to 2 videos a week in October and November...
⠀
Video suggestions? What do you want me to talk about that i haven’t yet covered?
⠀
Outfit is @michaelcostello via @revolve

Its crazy how many things we assume we’re bad at

Its crazy how many things we assume we’re bad at. Like for me ... I never thought I was a great cook, didn’t think I was the creative type, thought i was horrible at organization, thought that there was no way I could do my own hair...The list goes on. And it’s such BS.
⠀
I wasn’t bad at all those things, I was just inexperienced had already made up my mind that they just “weren’t my things.” Between just growing up in general & quarantine I learned how much more capable and self-sufficient I am than I thought.
⠀
So for anyone reading this (especially girls in their 20s)... I can’t recommend enough trying and learning to do things on your own! I mean... the money I’ve wasted on blow dries when WHO KNEW i could just handle it on my own 😝 (Next thing to tackle is doing my own makeup... I’m gonna need a lot more FaceTime lessons so i can really get winged eyeliner down)
⠀
Thoughts? Can you relate? Tag a friend in the comments who could benefit from reading this!

I’ve been getting a lot of DM’s from those of

I’ve been getting a lot of DM’s from those of you who can relate to my story: Growing up w/family who puts a lot of pressure on you w/specific career expectations (I used to think the whole “doctor lawyer or engineer” pressure was just a Persian thing, but definitely not, seems like an immigrant parent thing lol 🤍). And if you’re a girl, let’s also add on the “when are you getting married and having kids” card. As if we don’t feel enough societal pressure, let’s add it on from every angle 😶
⠀
Take it from me... fight for what you want!! I understand that these situations look different for everyone (debt, rent, responsibilities, kids), but you are younger than you think and any year spent happier is worth it. I was happier making $3k a month crashing at my best friends aparment 30 mins away (love u @the.royal.residence) than i was making $9k a month working at Rite Aid living in my own beautiful aparment in West Hollywood.
⠀
And just for context / to add reality to this - I worked as a pharmacist WHILE also building my online platform for 3 years (worked nights and weekends on my craft) until I was able to make it my full time career, and i genuinely feel grateful every single day that i went for it. Health & Happiness > everything else

Which are you? Comment A, B or C: A: super organiz

Which are you? Comment A, B or C:
A: super organized
B: organized chaos
C: just chaos 😝
⠀
I used to be so on unorganized and messy… It made me feel constantly frazzled. I would be rushing out the door chaotically and couldn’t find my wallet or keys. And when I would come home from work after a long day and my apartment was a mess, it just didn’t feel relaxing and welcoming, it was like, “ugh” lol.
⠀
Something just switched over the last year or two and I realized that it doesn’t take more time to be organized... It just takes a little more time UPFRONT, and then you end up saving so much time and headache. Oh, and productivity goes way up!
⠀
I’ve continuously gotten better and better at learning how to organize and tome manage, and I love sharing this process because it will genuinely make your life better.
⠀
I filmed a YouTube video with an updated cabinet tour (+ the food and snacks I always keep on hand) that will go live at the end of the month! Meanwhile, swipe for the shorter tiktok version ☺️

It’s crazy how much my definition of health and

It’s crazy how much my definition of health and wellness has changed over the years...
⠀
My focus used to be 100% physical: Exercise and food. That’s it. And not even the right kind of food... all I cared about was low calorie, “fit” food. Sugar-free protein bars, 25 calorie cheese slices with egg whites on 90 calorie bread (🙈), etc.
⠀
Fast forward 10 years and I now know that mental health is just as if not more relevant to wellness than physical health. And healthy food is REAL food, with the least amount of manipulation possible. I would take 2 potatos over a protein bar or 100 calorie bag of chips or pretzels any day. Real food nourishes the body and soul 🤍
⠀
And most importantly, when you find a true connection between mind body and soul, you’re just really there. There’s no room for being rigid and restrictive, because it just leads to stress and unhappiness which isn’t aligned. Instead, things become more intuitive. I’m leaning more into this everyday, and I hope you guys are too, because it feels really good 🙌🏼

Hi guys 🤍 Taking some time off social media for

Hi guys 🤍 Taking some time off social media for the next 4 weeks or so to focus on some other things. All good stuff :) I feel really good about closing out the year like this and I’m excited about 2021!
⠀
With that said, i have so many helpful video clips i haven’t posted, so @briannamcerrito on my team might take over my page and share some during the week. Not sure yet. But if so, she’ll write captions as her but possibly summarize the video into bullet points.
⠀
Also - there will still be a new YouTube video every week. We busted our 🍑’s filming all that content for the rest of the year but its done and there’s some good stuff!
⠀
Sending you all love and good health. Xo
-Mona

Last week while filming a video on hydration from

Last week while filming a video on hydration from the inside out (beverages, supplements, eye creams, face mists, lip balms, and more)!
⠀
A month or so ago i posted asking you guys for hair and makeup recs in NYC and you so delivered. I still haven’t even gotten to try out a lot of the wonderful people you tagged but i do have to give a huge shoutout to @hairbyester... she is so good! In love with the hair she did for this shoot! And beautiful makeup by @mua_jennifer 💋
⠀
Jeans are @motherdenim top is @cultgaia

I used to struggle so much with meditation. It did

I used to struggle so much with meditation. It did the opposite of relax me, i felt anxious the entire time i was trying to sit through it. One of the biggest things i learned that really helped me was that you are SUPPOSED to have thoughts while you meditate, you can’t justshut your brain off. So when those thoughts come into your head, just go back to thinking about whatever your mantra is. And then more thoughts will come, and then you again just go back to your mantra. You repeat this process for 10-20 minutes and you’re done 💗
⠀
Does knowing this help you and take the pressure off??

Let's talk about affordable skincare from @CVS_Bea

One of the recipes (beet cilantro smoothie) from m

One of the recipes (beet cilantro smoothie) from my e-book that is coming out anyyyyy day now. Just a tad delayed (I swear every time i start a project I don’t account for the many little things that need to get done).
⠀
I worked with @my_chef_catering chef Aaron at @bonappetitagency to help me shoot all the recipes so that they looked beautiful (I’ve got the cooking part down but not the presentation😝). A little bit about @bonappetitagency...
⠀
They’re a chef and food delivery service based in LA and NYC. They do everything from private chefs, food styling for shoots, to weekly organic no-contact meal delivery service 🙌🏼 They basically bring the restaurant experience to your home, which is really nice during these times. Also - the food is REALLY good. Like was snacking on everything during the shoot.
⠀
Pics shot by my girl @ariellelevyphoto 💛 (how cool is the white poster board trick? Allows you to shoot in direct sun so you get great shadows

Discovered a new wellness coffee shop ☕️ @mada

Discovered a new wellness coffee shop ☕️ @madamebonte. Ask for the beetroot latte with almond milk, trust me! So good...
⠀
Dress is @thefrankieshop
Belt @versace
Rings @xivkarats

Just a Monday morning reminder that you are in con

Just a Monday morning reminder that you are in control of your thoughts, words and actions. And your body will listen them all.
⠀
There was a super interesting study conducted that showed how true this can be. Two groups of housekeepers working for the same company went about the same amount of work, but only one group was privately told that the 8 hours of work they did a day was a great form of exercise and would help them get in shape...
⠀
At the end of the few weeks the group who believed it was good exercise saw actual biological markers shift (blood pressure, blood sugar levels, and body). The other group did not...
⠀
So let’s all start this week with good intention and stop the negative self talk (we’re all guilty of it)! Believe you’re great because you are 🤍

There’s just something about shoot days that kno

There’s just something about shoot days that knocks the energy out of me 🥵 takeout it is tonight (@avranyc 🙌🏼) I’ve had more to film bc I’m starting to ramp up my YouTube to 2 videos a week in October and November...
⠀
Video suggestions? What do you want me to talk about that i haven’t yet covered?
⠀
Outfit is @michaelcostello via @revolve

Its crazy how many things we assume we’re bad at

Its crazy how many things we assume we’re bad at. Like for me ... I never thought I was a great cook, didn’t think I was the creative type, thought i was horrible at organization, thought that there was no way I could do my own hair...The list goes on. And it’s such BS.
⠀
I wasn’t bad at all those things, I was just inexperienced had already made up my mind that they just “weren’t my things.” Between just growing up in general & quarantine I learned how much more capable and self-sufficient I am than I thought.
⠀
So for anyone reading this (especially girls in their 20s)... I can’t recommend enough trying and learning to do things on your own! I mean... the money I’ve wasted on blow dries when WHO KNEW i could just handle it on my own 😝 (Next thing to tackle is doing my own makeup... I’m gonna need a lot more FaceTime lessons so i can really get winged eyeliner down)
⠀
Thoughts? Can you relate? Tag a friend in the comments who could benefit from reading this!

I’ve been getting a lot of DM’s from those of

I’ve been getting a lot of DM’s from those of you who can relate to my story: Growing up w/family who puts a lot of pressure on you w/specific career expectations (I used to think the whole “doctor lawyer or engineer” pressure was just a Persian thing, but definitely not, seems like an immigrant parent thing lol 🤍). And if you’re a girl, let’s also add on the “when are you getting married and having kids” card. As if we don’t feel enough societal pressure, let’s add it on from every angle 😶
⠀
Take it from me... fight for what you want!! I understand that these situations look different for everyone (debt, rent, responsibilities, kids), but you are younger than you think and any year spent happier is worth it. I was happier making $3k a month crashing at my best friends aparment 30 mins away (love u @the.royal.residence) than i was making $9k a month working at Rite Aid living in my own beautiful aparment in West Hollywood.
⠀
And just for context / to add reality to this - I worked as a pharmacist WHILE also building my online platform for 3 years (worked nights and weekends on my craft) until I was able to make it my full time career, and i genuinely feel grateful every single day that i went for it. Health & Happiness > everything else

Which are you? Comment A, B or C: A: super organiz

Which are you? Comment A, B or C:
A: super organized
B: organized chaos
C: just chaos 😝
⠀
I used to be so on unorganized and messy… It made me feel constantly frazzled. I would be rushing out the door chaotically and couldn’t find my wallet or keys. And when I would come home from work after a long day and my apartment was a mess, it just didn’t feel relaxing and welcoming, it was like, “ugh” lol.
⠀
Something just switched over the last year or two and I realized that it doesn’t take more time to be organized... It just takes a little more time UPFRONT, and then you end up saving so much time and headache. Oh, and productivity goes way up!
⠀
I’ve continuously gotten better and better at learning how to organize and tome manage, and I love sharing this process because it will genuinely make your life better.
⠀
I filmed a YouTube video with an updated cabinet tour (+ the food and snacks I always keep on hand) that will go live at the end of the month! Meanwhile, swipe for the shorter tiktok version ☺️

It’s crazy how much my definition of health and

It’s crazy how much my definition of health and wellness has changed over the years...
⠀
My focus used to be 100% physical: Exercise and food. That’s it. And not even the right kind of food... all I cared about was low calorie, “fit” food. Sugar-free protein bars, 25 calorie cheese slices with egg whites on 90 calorie bread (🙈), etc.
⠀
Fast forward 10 years and I now know that mental health is just as if not more relevant to wellness than physical health. And healthy food is REAL food, with the least amount of manipulation possible. I would take 2 potatos over a protein bar or 100 calorie bag of chips or pretzels any day. Real food nourishes the body and soul 🤍
⠀
And most importantly, when you find a true connection between mind body and soul, you’re just really there. There’s no room for being rigid and restrictive, because it just leads to stress and unhappiness which isn’t aligned. Instead, things become more intuitive. I’m leaning more into this everyday, and I hope you guys are too, because it feels really good 🙌🏼

Hi guys 🤍 Taking some time off social media for

Hi guys 🤍 Taking some time off social media for the next 4 weeks or so to focus on some other things. All good stuff :) I feel really good about closing out the year like this and I’m excited about 2021!
⠀
With that said, i have so many helpful video clips i haven’t posted, so @briannamcerrito on my team might take over my page and share some during the week. Not sure yet. But if so, she’ll write captions as her but possibly summarize the video into bullet points.
⠀
Also - there will still be a new YouTube video every week. We busted our 🍑’s filming all that content for the rest of the year but its done and there’s some good stuff!
⠀
Sending you all love and good health. Xo
-Mona

Last week while filming a video on hydration from

Last week while filming a video on hydration from the inside out (beverages, supplements, eye creams, face mists, lip balms, and more)!
⠀
A month or so ago i posted asking you guys for hair and makeup recs in NYC and you so delivered. I still haven’t even gotten to try out a lot of the wonderful people you tagged but i do have to give a huge shoutout to @hairbyester... she is so good! In love with the hair she did for this shoot! And beautiful makeup by @mua_jennifer 💋
⠀
Jeans are @motherdenim top is @cultgaia

I used to struggle so much with meditation. It did

I used to struggle so much with meditation. It did the opposite of relax me, i felt anxious the entire time i was trying to sit through it. One of the biggest things i learned that really helped me was that you are SUPPOSED to have thoughts while you meditate, you can’t justshut your brain off. So when those thoughts come into your head, just go back to thinking about whatever your mantra is. And then more thoughts will come, and then you again just go back to your mantra. You repeat this process for 10-20 minutes and you’re done 💗
⠀
Does knowing this help you and take the pressure off??

Let's talk about affordable skincare from @CVS_Bea

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