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October 17, 2018October 17, 2018

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When you look at where you've gone this year, don't just look at numbers, look at how you FEEL, how you LIVED, what you CELEBRATED, how you SURVIVED and OVERCAME things you didn’t even dream of in January. ✨ SHARE one thing you grew from so far this year! ✨ It was midnight and although jetlagged, I quietly left Jay sleeping as I tip-toed out of my hotel room in Bangalore, armed with my tripod, iphone, and bluetooth remote to find an interesting staircase to shoot some editorial photos. I remember feeling both the rush of excitement as I headed into the creative unknown and also the rush of fear - would I get caught by the guards (by this point in the trip the had already kicked me out of the lobby for shooting several times), would I embarrass myself by going against the etiquette of this foreign culture, would my iphone have enough flash to get a decent shot, would Jay have to bail me out of a sticky situation? ✨ I must have rolled myself over a miles of marble stairs to get this shot, and yes, I did eventually get caught by the guards but thankfully as an American I think I ended up scaring them more than they scared me. I guess I'm just a girl who lives to lie down, roll on floors and take her own photos at least once a week to stay sane. ✨ I started out as a painter and artist who had no photography background but wanted a way to share her personal style. I first created a blog with my then best friend because she was a photographer and I thought I could not create without a photographer. We had a pretty bad break up and there was a lot of loss involved, but I forced myself to keep going, started @mscoffeeandcream , bought a cheap tripod, and started taking my own shots. It took me a long time to see I was not a fraud. When I see this shot I see my journey as SO much self growth on the inside and out! ✨ True growth is measured in things like: confidence, identity, service, relationships, purpose, quality time, passion, resiliency, not giving up 💛 💛 MsCoffeeandcream #selfgrowthjourney #woman #womanphotographer #yellowdress #fashionphotographyeditorial #brunettehaircolor #innergrowth #selfdevelopment #sfbloggers #ohsheglows #mixedrace#constantgro

DO THE UNIVERSE A FAVOR, DON'T HIDE YOUR MAGIC 💡 I remember heading off as freshman to college right after my Dad died of Leukemia and remember telling NO ONE that he had died. Since I was making so many new friends, I remember deciding it would be more comfortable and easier on everyone to pretend he was alive. I would make up so many little white lies – referring to him in the present tense “My Dad loves science and it was really nice to catch up with him on the phone yesterday.” I thought that by hiding my grief and the trauma of the cancer experience, I would protect others and myself from pain, embarrassment and awkward social interactions. I just kept thinking “I don’t want XYZ friend to feel the need to say sorry my Dad died.” I even didn’t know if I should say he died or passed away? It was too much for me to find my own voice and OWN my story at this time in my life. 💡 Let me tell you something – all human beings are struggling or hiding from something uncomfortable! @mscoffeeandcream started as a fashion blog, but as I grew into myself it has become the journey of learning to love myself, and through sharing that process, helping you too love yourself. As dreamers, doers, business owners, entrepreneurs, and artists we often share our own praises or the fun light moments of life. 💛 When I see the rise in anxiety, suicide rates, and stress over social media I feel like we are all craving to see we are not alone. What does this teach us? It teaches us that we are all craving connection. Time to press the mute button on that voice and share your magic with the world. No one wins when you play small! Maybe it’s more than a selfie you’re hiding… Your voice, your purpose, your mission… your *magic* isn’t something to hide. Do us all a favor and send it out to the universe. Celebrate it.✨The universe needs more magic. Tag someone with magic we should all know about. 💛 #MsCoffeeandCream #yellowaesthetics #womanportrait #selfgrowthjourney #selfhealing #brunettemodel #sfblogger #ohsheglows #mixedrace #constantgrowth #thoughts #becourageous #indiangirls #pinkblush #moodyport #fashioneditorials #shareyourheart #desigirl #stairway #fashionshot

Are you new here? Welcome! My name is Asha and I love talking 🎤 …well kind of… you see, I’m actually a big introvert and yet I have no issues sitting in front of a camera and talking about all challenges faced by people like you who are taking the road less traveled and pursuing your dreams. 💭 Small talk? 😱 Forget about it, I refuse to talk about small things like the weather or what toothbrush I use. So I guess you could say I like “meaningful” conversations. I like to talk about things that others might avoid like self-esteem struggles, how it’s possible to build your creativity into a business that GIVES you life, and how to embrace your relationship with yourself. ❤️ YOU WANT KNOW WHAT REALLY LIGHTS ME UP? MAKING PEOPLE FEEL, OWN, AND CELEBRATE THEIR ENOUGH-NESS AND FEEL LESS ALONE… ❤️ I’m happiest when swimming in Hawaii or dancing to 80s jams, I’m obsessed with juicy cheee burgers, I live in vibrant colorful clothes, and the name @mscoffeeandcream is a reference to my mixed race Indian and Caucasian heritage. 💥 I love walking over driving, I adore my small boobs and hate wearing bras, I’m really into sci-fi (my first crush was on Captain Packard), and my not so guilty pleasure is the Flying Dutchman on In and Out’s secret menu. 🍔 I’m the weirdo who has to make friends with every cat I see and ask every new person I meet just way too many personal questions. I am a self-taught photographer who only uses her iphone to take the photos and videos you see here on Ms Coffee and Cream , but whose true passion lies in uplifting all the other creatives with big dreams! ❤️ I am so thankful to be able to have a tiny chance to pour into your life with self love truths, relationship musings, self-confidence talk, and creative education. 👇🏽 Tell me your story and your dreams! 👇🏽 #Mscoffeeandcream #SFBlogger #Acolorstorygolden #acolorstorypop #desigirls #desistyle #SFbloggers #colorfulportrait #modelsofcolor #mixedchick #fashionproducation #WomanPhotographer

When was the last time you confidently said NO to an invitation without feeling GUILTY??? Trust me I know the feeling of of stress and drain that comes with being a “YES” woman! I want you to stop 🛑 being the Nutella for everyone else right now! Yessss I’m talking to you girl!! 💕 I remember the feelings of fear, stress and overwhelm whenever I felt an urge to say NO to someone’s request. If you are like me and have a hard time using the word No or dealing with conflict in general, try head to my latest blog post at www.mscoffeeandcream.com to try my simple and effective strategies!!! 🙏💥 #fashioneditorial #fashionphotographer #feminineart #feminine #collectivelycreate #portrait

HOW DO YOU STAY GROUNDED? 💥 Do you ever felt overwhelmed and out of control? As if all the people, ideas, social media are all crowding your mental and physical space? 💥 This year I had to admit to myself that I honestly felt this sense of dread and overwhelm constantly! As a creative whirlwind (and GEMINI! ... and highly sensitive person ... and INFP!), I am always on the move, getting overly excited about too many ideas, staying up too late working on a million things, and then getting totally depleted (you feel me right?). 💥 Being grounded is the basis of self-control, self-expression, and feeling alive. So if you are you ready to clear your mind, recharge your energy, strengthen your instincts and calm your emotions head to www.mscoffeeandcream.com for the top three grounding practices that are truly giving me inner satisfaction - even in a world full of stress!! ❤️ #mscoffeeandcream #fashioneditorial #staygrounded #selfgrowth #selfdevelopment #fashionphotographyoftheday #pinkdresses #photofashion

RAISE YOUR VOICE - YOUR WORDS HAVE POWER!!! On Saturday I was beyond thrilled to be a panelist at the “Be Your Own Boss” event led by the amazing group @bayareabloggers_babs. Growing up I was always TERRIFIED of public speaking and I remember I had to make a speech as a Senior in High School to graduate and giving that speech was my biggest nightmare. Learning to use my voice and believe in myself transformed everything for me. I learned that using my voice to help others has so much power, and I have fully embraced that power. So if any of you get shy to speak or assert yourself at any time I completely know that you too can turn that fear around! The other women I got to hear left me feeling so much joy that we have such an amazing community of dynamic talent in the Bay Area! Their talks all reminded me that we all struggle and face challenges, but coming together as a community is so uplifting!!! Here are some of the best things so learned and wanted to highlight: ❤️ Tiffany of @stay_beautifful was such a burst of energy and joy I just fell in love with her personality and she had the best tips ever for growing your online presence! She managed to turn her passion for makeup and fashion as a young single Mom into an amazing business in addition to helping others through her community called Insta Girl Gang! ❤️ Asia of @islahoney highlighted the importance of mental health and how so many of us hide extremely traumatic experiences that and stopping our growth. I almost cried during her talk because it was so powerful and thoughtful. Asia has such a wonderful blog and I love her articles on self esteem and empowerment!! ❤️ ❤️ I also truly wanted to thank Manita @chicroom_bym and Akshathaa of @elegantly_sassy - the dynamic duo who founded @bayareabloggers_babs and focus on community and giving over competition!!!!! ❤️ #bayareabloggers #sfblogger #bayareabllggers_babs #highfashion #theoutnet #irisandink #venice #fashionportrait #creativedirector #venicelasvegas #fashionphotography #babsbloggers #portraits #mscoffeeandcream #fashionphotographers #editorialphotoshoot

YOU ARE ENOUGH TO START, TO DO, TO BE ________________________________________________ [fill in the blank]. The you that you are is enough! You don’t have to be more, you don’t have to buy more, or do more. You are enough doesn’t mean you are a final product...we should always be learning and growing and expanding our minds to the fullest! You are enough means that you can grow and change and continue to become, without striving to become more validated, acceptable or loved. As I focus this week on learning UX design, I kept thinking I wasn’t enough. I remember all the times I struggled in math during high school. I whined to Jay “I can’t do math Jay!!!! I was never good at computer stuff!! I can’t code!” He kept reminding me that I am enough and kept reminding me to stop my limiting self beliefs. Sometimes we all need a good reminder from our loved ones that we are enough. As it turns out I’m loving everything about UX and currently prototyping my first app project with much passion and verve!!! So when your negative inner voice or the world whispers doubts in your mind, remember you were enough before and your are enough now!!!! 💥 💥 💥 #moodyports #FashionArt #Aestheticpics #aestheticfashion #Fashioneditorial #ParkMGM #youareenough #musephoto #creatorsmagsz #fatedmagazine #coloraesthetics #777luckyfish #parisvibes #parisiennestyle #myparisstyle #mscoffeeandcream #highfashion #roksandailincic

EMBRACE CHANGE AND BLOOM! One constant in life is change. I personally consider myself to be a very open person who loves change, but I’ve been faced with so many big life changes this month that I realized I also love my comfortable routines. A lot of us have a comfortable place, job, relationship or friend group that is keeping us stagnant. In order to bloom, we must take the plunge into the unknown!! I’ll be moving in a couple of days to a new house, and although I am thrilled I am also nervous and scared. At times I’ve had thoughts like “will I be able to take care of a whole house myself? I’m not talented enough to renovate a house!!!”. In addition I’ve decided to take a two month immersive course on UX design to enhance my skill set and flourish in more creative projects. I’m terrified and excited of this new change as well, but no matter the doubts I have about my abilities I trust in myself more. And that is the key. To develop a deep relationship and trust with yourself, so that whatever life throws your way, you take the PLUNGE!!!! 💥 💥 💥 #moodyports #FashionArt #Aestheticpics #aestheticfashion #Fashioneditorial #ParkMGM #youareunique #musephoto #creatorsmagsz #fatedmagazine #coloraesthetics #777luckyfish #parisvibes #parisiennestyle #myparisstyle #mscoffeeandcream #wallpaper #roksandailincic

JUST THROW A LITTLE BOLDNESS AT IT! 🇫🇷 🇫🇷 🇫🇷 #LasVegas #FashionArt #Aestheticpics #aestheticfashion #Fashioneditorial #ParisLasVegas #youareunique #musephoto #creatorsmagsz #fatedmagazine #coloraesthetics #777luckyfish #parisvibes #parisiennestyle #myparisstyle #mscoffeeandcream

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