The Happiness Diaries- Day 2

Today's post about happiness is going to involve the device that 20% of the world's population, that is over 1 billion people use, and that you're currently using now to read this on... yep that's right, the internet.

Now the internet is mad but great, and can improve your mood and bring happiness in these simple easy steps...

1. Youtube
The site that has over 120,000,000 videos, there are over 140 views for every person on Earth and 4 billion videos are viewed a day. Now the reason I'm saying that youtube will make you happy is because of the pure gold that is currently on this website, the rage is amazing, you can watch tutorials on how to do makeup or cats playing piano or men waking up from surgery and seeing his wife for the first time. Oh yeah, and Beyonce. So I'm going to do a mini list of the best videos on this website to make you smile.

• Seeing her for the first time- this has to be the funniest and sweetest video on here!
• Youtubers React To Japenese Commercials - watching youtubers react to trippy japenese commercials is hilarious, also watch The Fine Bros other react videos, they are hilarious and some are very interesting and eye opening.
• Stereotypes (Hipsters vs Chavs)- These videos from the youtube channel I Am Other created by the legend Pharrell Williams are my favourite thing to watch. The hilarious, cool, awesome present Ryan Hall basically goes round asking members of the public questions on a certain subject. What makes these videos so good is the variety of opinions and it's hilarious and fresh. Go watch all of them, I promise you won't regret it!
• Cat playing piano- I really dislike cats but this is hilarious. Cats on the internet make everyone happy, including me a person who avoids cats like the plague.
• Cooking with a 3 year old: Slobber carrots and gross barbecue-  Kids on the internet are cute but they are made even cuter when they are the product of John Green. 
• Lie Witness News (Coachella 2013)- Some hipsters are so annoying so God bless Jimmy Kimmel for outing their annoyingness. 

2. Tumblr

If you've never heard of this website then you probably have friends, a social life and you know activities and that.  Tumblr is the craziest, best, worst, most disturbing, most wonderful and beautiful website ever. In summary, tumblr is a website where you follow blogs and reblog pictures that suit your personality and just pictures you like.  It's a great website to discover new things but also a great website to destroy your mind. If you don't have it, get it! There is some really funny stuff on there which will regain your faith in humanity and is great for procrastinating, but try not to let it suck up your life and leave you with regret and disappointment when you're on it till 4 in the morning. If you do have tumblr, follow me and join the madness.

3. Twitter

Twitter is a great way to basically stalk people. The concept of the website is quiet strange, you're basically sharing your thoughts with the entire world (or your followers). It's quiet a good thing to express yourself on but also like tumblr, it will restore your faith in humanity because people on there are hilarious and here is people you need to follow for that banter.

• Dylan and Cole Sprouse- They ditched their disney image and became hilarious and so hot.
• Amanda Bynes- Her tweets are ridiculously wrong but amazing. 
• JME- He speaks the truth (especially about Big Brother) and it's so funny.
• So Sad Today- If you have a fucked up sense of humor like myself, follow this account now.
• Ricky Gervais- His mugshots will make your life.

So enjoy the wonders of the internet and you will feel better!

Hope you enjoyed this post and I'll post a new post tomorrow.

The Happiness Diaries.

Hey everyone,
So I'm half way through January also known as the most depressing month of the year... yay.... I thought it would be a good idea (and I was inspired by Radio 1's happiness programme) to do my ideas to make you feel better and happy!

I do realise that we are near the end of the month but I have been speaking to a lot of people about happiness and I think these happiness diaries are necessary in getting through this shitty month. So till the end of the month, I'm going to bring an idea you can do on your own or with other people.

Today's idea is a happiness playlist created by me with great 90s hits, really really cheesy songs and songs that are known and will guarantee to make people happy!

Starting the playlist off with....

1. The Jackson 5- I Want You Back
Great song with a great melody, it's so upbeat and has been scientifically proven to make people happy!

2. Outkast- Hey Ya
I'm sorry but you can't be sad while listening to Outkast.

3. Backstreet Boys- Everybody (Backstreet's Back)
This song is sure to bring back nostalgic memories of your childhood which will bring a smile on your face. Also watching the video whilst listening to the song just brings amazing entertainment value, those (not so) special effects are genius.

4. Bright Eyes- First Day Of My Life
Now this song is really chilled out and probably a good rest song because let's face it, you were dancing to those previous songs. It might be slower but this track will give you the warm fuzzy happy feeling.

5. She & Him- In The Sun
Zooey Deschanel makes everyone happy, she is so cute and cool. However, if she doesn't at least you have this upbeat,sweet song by her band.

6. The Turtles- Happy Together
This song has the word happy in it, so it's kind of a giveaway about how it will make you feel. It's catchy lyrics will have you singing and dancing your way to feeling better. It will also make you want to invent a time machine so you can travel back to the 60s.

7. Bob Marley- Don't Worry, Be Happy
This song is basically an explanation of how to be happy, don't care about unnecessary things, live in the moment and listen to Bob Marley and don't worry... be happy.

8. Pharrell Williams- Happy
This will be the last song i'll put on the playlist with the word happy in it but it's a new, fresh record which is funky and sung by the coolest of the cool, Pharrell Williams. This is another record i recommend you watch the video and listen, the video is full of people of all ages, sizes, races dancing and having a laugh and people dressed as minions.

9. Queen- Don't Stop Me Now
Now we have the songs that have to be played at old school discos, that you remember being played at those tween parties in your local town hall and this one is the ultimate classic. Freddie Mercury's vocals are the definition of happiness and this song is perfect and really motivational.

10. The Killers- Mr Brightside
This is the song everyone rushes on the dance floor to jump around and scream, shout the lyrics in each others faces. Dance moves that match the lyrics are optional. It's classic.

11. Wham!- Wake Me Up Before You Go Go
This song is fabulous, if you're wondering why i'd put this song into the playlist, watch Zoolander and the scene where it's played and you'll understand. Then go out grab 3 friends and reenact the scene (minus the petrol fight of course).

12. Steps- 5, 6, 7, 8
You can't get cheesier or more brilliant a song to put you in a good mood than this. Steps are my all time favourite childhood band (soz S-Club) so I have embarrassing but lovely memories of dancing to this in my living room. And yes I am now 19 and yes I still remember the dance moves.

13. David Bowie- Let's Dance
Do as Bowie tells you and dance... that is all.

14. Aha- Take On Me
This song is most effective to make you happy when you are either 1. Home alone, 2. In the car alone, 3. At a wedding. However in those 3 occasions where this song has to be played, it has to be played loud and proud, full volume singing your heart out.

15. Britney Spears- (You Drive Me) Crazy
This is the last song on the happiness playlist and what a way to end it with the princess of pop (oh god, did i really type that, cringe). Young Britney tracks are proven (by me and my mum) to make you lose it, you'll sing loud and not give a damn. Also, the girl who plays Sabrina the teenage witch is in it, what could be better than reminiscing the shows you watched as a kid on saturday mornings.

That's it!
Hopefully you enjoyed the playlist and feel happier, if not i'll send you chocolate (maybe) (probably not) (i'm poor)
I'll be doing another Happiness Diaries tomorrow!

The Rickshaw Run.

Hi everyone,

Now I know I normally blog about music but I feel the need to share my thoughts on this incredibly moving, wonderful and hilarious 4 part mini series created by the well known youtubers 'Jacksgap'.
I've been watching their videos for a while now but this piece of work really showed off their talents. If you haven't heard of them or have no idea what I'm talking about, I shall explain.


So the Rickshaw Run is an event where you drive across India in under 3 weeks. Jacksgap did this event to raise as much money as they could for the Teenage Cancer trust. This is one of many reasons why I love this so much, this charity helps so many young people who have cancer, giving them hope and supporting them. It's a great choice of charity because viewers who watch Jacksgap may be suffering from this disease. I also personally think that it is really lovely that everyone involved with this project decided not to just do it for the sake of filming in India, going travelling with friends but did it for a cause that involves their youtube community, it shows their compassion and their motivation to help people. Now if you're still reading, you may think I'm a crazy, obsessed fan girl.... this is not the case, I simply respect them and those who were involved. Baring in mind, the boys who did the Rickshaw Run are around my age group, and I'm currently a 19 year old girl sitting in her pj's having an existential, 'Holy shit i'm 20 this year what am i doing with my life' crisis and these guys are helping people and travelling around India. It's really motivational and has also helped push me to do my travels in the summer,to film/vlog about it and when I get back do more for other people. 

I also loved that everyone who went filmed their experience with their own cameras. It brought about different aspects, views and showed the variety of the experience from each perspective which was really entertaining and refreshing. Due to the Rickshaw Run and how it was filmed by the group, I just bought a ProGo camera for my travels this summer (sorry bank account).

Basically all I can say is these 4 videos made by insanely gifted people need to be watched by as many people as humanly possible, it shows so much wonder of India and the variations of different people, it shows India's beauty and shows that there are lovely, caring people out there, not just the people who thought and created this but the people in India helping them on their way. So I'm going to leave the videos at the bottom and hopefully you'll watch it!

The Jacksgap Teenage Cancer trust campaign ended on December the 17th 2013 and they raised a total of $177,521 which is an amazing amount of money! If you would like to help, support or donate to the Teenage Cancer Trust then click here!

Hope you all liked my different style and topic of my blog today and I'll be blogging soon when I can think of something to write about!

The Rickshaw Run- Part 1
The Rickshaw Run- Part 2
The Rickshaw Run- Part 3
The Richshaw Run- Part 4

Music Tag

HAPPY 2014 EVERYONE!

So this is my first 2014 blog post and I couldn't think of anything original so welcome to my music tag.

QUESTIONS: 
1. Favorite band/ musician of the moment
2. One band you always come back to
3. Favorite movie soundtrack
4. What is/are your favorite song(s) of all time?
5. Most embarrassing song on your itunes
6. Favorite concert you've attended
7. Most underrated musician in your opinion
8. Favorite quote or song lyric


1. At the moment i'm loving Lorde and her album 'Pure Heroine'. I have also have started re re re watching The OC and the soundtrack for that is genius and so well thought out, full of small bands with great voices and songs and listening to the soundtrack makes me want to move to America.

2. A band i've always come back to is possibly City and Colour,The Smiths, Eagles, Radiohead, Modest Mouse. I always listen to these bands but I do go through fazes of other bands and musicians but always return to these one especially because they remind me of different times of the year and points in my life.

3. Favourite movie soundtrack is probably a toss up between Adventureland, Nick and Norah's Infinite Playlist and 13 Going On 30. All different and all fab.

4. I hate this question because I don't have any answer. I love so many different songs ranging from David Bowie to Swedish House Mafia. All my favourite songs are my favourite due to the fact they either bring back memories or because the lyrics mean or relate to me. 

5. I guess all my old 70s stuff, ABBA, The Spice Girls, Steps and the macarena. I have a great music taste.

6. TOMORROWLAND. It's a festival not a concert but TOMORROWLAND.

7. Dallas Green. The guy is an angel and sings like one. Not many people would have heard of of City and Colour but they are an amazing band who have some of the most greatest songs/lyrics ever. I love him so much, seeing him at Camden Roundhouse was one of my the best nights of my life. Honestly, I think I had a religious experience.... 

8. First one to come into my head is 'Take the pieces and build them skywards.'- Biffy Clyro, Machines. Mon the Biff.

So there we have it, my music tag. Done. Sorted.

Review of 2013

Now 2013 has been a huge year for music, tv and my life. A lot has changed this year and this post is a quick review of my favourite albums and songs this year.

Favourite albums of 2013

So to start the list it has to be with the legend that is Kanye West. This guy has had a controversial year concerning his personal life and all that but his release of Yeezus was the best thing to come from this man. Every song on this album is a tune and this is definitely one of my favourite albums from this year.

My second favourite album has to be AM. Now this album is another where every song is amazing and well produced. Alex Turner's singing style has evolved into an indie Elvis and in my opinion that's what makes this album so good.

Third favourite album goes to the genius that is David Bowie. I'm a die hard Bowie fan so when he released this album I lost it. The album The Next Day was the first studio album in a decade and it didn't disappoint. My favourite song from the album 'I'd Rather Be High' made an appearance with the man himself on the Louis Vuitton advert.

Fourth favourite album is from a band I've loved since I was fifteen and I finally saw them this summer at the Gentlemen of the Road festival. The band is Vampire Weekend and the album is Modern Vampires Of The City. This is possibly one of my favourite summer albums and it brings back a lot of good memories from summer which is partly why i love it so much, but it's also full of trade mark Vampire Weekend vibes and sounds.


Fifth and final album that I've loved this year goes to a band i saw at Reading Festival and they made the whole weekend for me, even though I was moshing with a bunch of chavs who were waiting for Chase and Status, Foals were amazing. Holy Fire is a great album and is the sound of a band utterly on form and completely on top of their game. Just like Vampire Weekend, Foals were a band i'd needed to see for a long time and seeing them at Reading was amazing so this album brings back even more memories of summer.

Favourite songs of 2013

Lorde- Tennis Court
I'm fully in love with this girl. She is original, cool and has a deep voice i can sing along to without any discomfort. Her first single release is her most known song 'Royals' and don't get me wrong it's a great song but there is something about Tennis Court that i love, the beat, her vocals and the lyrics all together show her talent. She's going to be huge in 2014 and I can't wait to listen to her new tracks.

Biffy Clyro- Biblical
Seeing this song played live at Reading Festival made it even better. Biffy produced an insane album this year called Opposites which even though unmentioned was one of my favourite albums of the year. I think the only way to describe this album and song is to quote a quote from the Daily telegraph, "If you’re already a Biffy Clyro fan, Opposites might be your idea of a masterpiece." Mon the Biff.

Tyler, The Creator- Tamale
This song is catchy and i love the different styles throughout the track. This whole album shows growth and change within Tyler but at the same time it shows his uniqueness and up to the same antics.

Cedric Gervais vs Lana Del Rey- Young and Beautiful remix
This song made my summer. Standing in a crowd full of different types of people with the one same love, dance music. Being at Tomorrowland 2013 was the best 4 days of my life but this moment was amazing, Tiesto was playing and myself and my friend were about to trek back to our tent when this came on. I love Lana Del Rey as much as the next nostalgic teenage girl but this remix was something else. It's a track that makes up my summer soundtrack.

Haim- The Wire
This song just like so many in this review has links to my summer which was the best time of my year. I got to see this band at the Gentlemen of the Road festival along with Mumford and Sons, Ben Howard, Vampire Weekend, Edward Sharpe and the Magnetic Zeros and Bears Den and Haim were just electric. Their vocals live are on point and their talent to play their instruments is refreshing. When I first heard this song, well i loved the video but the song was slightly more pop than their previous songs which was nice to hear and their lighthearted nature make this song even more so.

I think it's safe to say this year for me has been incredibly difficult with some horrendous moments, such as my suicide attempts and being diagnosed with Major Depressive Disorder. This year has taught me a lot about myself and how much i need to grow in the future and how i shouldn't be ashamed of what happened to me. However, as much as this year has been hard and I can't wait it to be over, I've had the best summer of my life! Spending the summer at festivals such as Gentlemen of the road, V festival, EDC, Reading and Tomorrowland. I'm happy this year is ending and ready for 2014 and all it brings and all I've planned for it! 2013 has been a great year for music and i really hope 2014 can match up.

You'll be seeing more blog posts and maybe even some vlogs.
I hope you all had a great Christmas and happy new year!

Perfect way to end a sad day

Today is one of the hardest day of my life and always will be due to the fact my nan died 6 years ago on this date. However, I thought I'd get up and do something so I went shopping and picked up these lovely items (minus the tea).

First item is one of the most spoken about book this year, Alexa Chung's  scrap book like autobiography, 'It'. It's short and sweet and full of lovely thoughts and ideas from the model. I especially liked the part about the spice girls.

Second item is a top shop nail polish called 'Milkshake' and I love it and it suits basically every skin tone.

Third and last item is an amazing scented candle from urban outfitters called 'Prosecco'. The packaging is really cute and it smells so lovely, urban outfitters have really lovely smelling candles and if you get them now they are half price and last so long!

So that's my post for today and I hope all of you had a great Christmas and a happy new year! 

RIP Nan.

My Cool Christmas Playlist

Hey everyone!
Apologizes for being radio silent for a few months but I've been busy with my new job at Harrods. Now Christmas is only 7 days away and let's face it we all love a good Christmas song. But for those who like Christmas but can't bring themselves to listen to Wham! this playlist is for you.
I've found all these songs and have been listening to them to get in the Christmas spirit....

1. Peace- Last Christmas.
This is definitely my favourite cover of this song and means you can listen to Wham! and still be cool...

2. Bastille- O Holy Night.
Now this is one of my all time favourite Christmas songs ever and I love all covers and interpretations of it but Bastille bring something completely new to this tradition song. I also love the sound bites from Home Alone... very Kanye/Jay Z. Short and sweet this cover is fabulous.

3. Lily Allen- Somewhere Only We Know.
This has only become a Christmas song because of the tear jerking, heart warming John Lewis advert called the Bear and the Hare. It's so lovely and Lily brings her unique voice to it.

4. Swim Deep- Sycamore 
So NME just released this tune by my summer band, it's a Christmas song, yes, but don't expect Christmas trees and mistletoe... maybe just watch the video which reflects on a great year from this new up and coming band.

5. Bon Jovi- I Wish Everyday Could Be Like Christmas 
This is amazing. Nothing else needs to be said really.

6. Dandy Warhols- Little Drummer Boy
This descriptions of the songs are getting shorter as I get more excited for Christmas.

7. The Pogues- Fairytale Of New York
This is a classic and it's not a proper Christmas till my Irish uncle John leaves a drunken voice mail of his rendition of this very song.

So that's my short and sweet Christmas playlist, hope you enjoy.
I'll be blogging more in the New Year.
Have a great Christmas everyone!