How to Create a Modern Mentor Survival Kit

I talk a lot about setting yourself up to win, which means doing things for yourself now that can eliminate stress later. Part of getting rid of unnecessary anxiety is having the things I need… when I actually need them. Today I’m sharing what my survival kit looks like. Being prepared makes me happy!

1. Hairbrush
- This mini hairbrush is perfect for a really quick hair touch up in between activities.
2. Stain Remover Stick/Pad
- Nothing makes me feel less confident than knowing I have a stain on my clothes.
3. Tata Harper Aromatic Stress Treatment
- My bff works for Tata Harper and when I told her how running around makes me stressed she recommended this product. Just a dab on my wrists/neck and it helps me calm down.
4. iPhone Charger
- My phone dies super fast and I make sure I always have a charger so I never get stranded somewhere without battery. Also, I was VERY pleased to have charged my phone when my car broke down on the highway last year!
5. Stila Eyeliner
- This is my favorite liquid eyeliner. I never wear eyeshadow and just go right for a winged eyeliner. During the day, I need touch ups though so I always have it with me.
6. Advil
- I get unexpected migraine headaches so these are a must.
7. Band.do Highlighters
- Making my to-do lists colorful makes me SO HAPPY. Ban.do is a super fun company and I love browsing their website.
8. Toothbrush & Toothpaste
- I’m not a big fan of gum because of the fake sugar in it, so I keep a travel size toothbrush with me.
9. Tampons
- You never want to be caught without a tampon when you need one.
10. Black Pen
- I’m always writing things down, taking student notes, or brainstorming my next big idea. I also have a favorite pen and this is it.
11. Modern Mentor Hair Ties
- I always have two! One for my hair and another to give away to a friend.
12. #MeToo Tattoos
- To use when I need a reminder that everyone all goes through the same things. Also the most fun to use when getting together with friends. #instagram
13. Nail Polish Remover
- I hate when my nails are chipped and this takes it off so fast!
14. Modern Mentor Card
- You never know when you want to keep in touch with someone. There are so many websites where you can get cute cards printed with your email address and phone number. I totally recommend it. You never know who you’re going to meet!
15. Burt’s Bees Facial Wipes
- These are the best. I use them after dance and yoga to keep my skin clean! Also good after you eat something messy… #tacos.
16. Headphones
- If you follow me on Spotify, you already know I’m obsessed with music. Headphones are probably the most important item to me. I never know when I’m going to NEED to listen to my favorite song.
17. Bobby pins
- To keep my hair and my headphones untangled.

The Advice I gave my Student when she asked me to Help her get a Boyfriend

When my student asked me to help her get a boyfriend I knew exactly what I wanted to tell her. As a professional big sister, I get relationship questions all the time. In a world of Snapchat, texts, and dating apps, finding someone that’s a good fit can be confusing. If you’ve ever wondered what you need to do to get a boyfriend this blog is for you!

https://youtu.be/d1UdAhdcysk

Why being Nervous is Awesome

The other day I was super nervous for a meeting and my teacher Amy gave me the best advice. Being nervous is actually like a thumbs up. Find out why in today’s blog. BONUS: I’m also sharing my ultimate tip for managing nerves!

https://youtu.be/Z8t73EQDQKQ

Modern Mentor Program Trailer!

I’m so excited to share a video I made with my students back in April. I wanted to take away any nerves when it came to starting the Modern Mentor Program by having the girls be the ones to explain it. If you’ve ever been apprehensive about trying a group I hope this helps! Thank you to all the girls who participated and big thanks to LoYa in Summit for use of their BEAUTIFUL space! I feel very grateful!

Modern Mentor Program Trailer from Maggie DiPasquale on Vimeo.

What to do when your Best Friend Moves!

My best friend moved from NYC to Los Angeles at the end of June. This became a total #MeToo Moment when in a Mentoring Session one of my students told me her best friend was moving too. While it can be sad you won’t see your BFF as often, there are a lot of things to look forward to when a friend moves. Check out today’s video to see what I mean!

https://youtu.be/HP5gFadVyyU

What to do when a Friend Acts Differently in a Group than she does One-on-One

This question is a total #MeToo moment because I always have girls reaching out on the topic. You have a friend that you love to spend time with one-on-one, but the second you’re in a group, the dynamic changes. Maybe she’s trying to impress boys or puts a lot of emphasis on being popular, but either way it doesn’t make you feel good. Check out the video to learn how to handle this situation because I have definitely been there!

https://youtu.be/XPJzKL4nix8

How to Create Happy Body Habits

Many of my students have come to me with summer body stress and I’ve been mentoring girls towards creating HAPPY habits. Happiness is a choice and defaulting to self-love and acceptance takes practice, especially when it comes to loving what you look like. You were given your body to share your gifts; not as a vehicle to beat yourself up. Whether you’re aware of it or not, we’ve all created body habits that we do without even being mindful if they’re helping us or holding us back. In order to feel positive about your looks, you’ve got to look at the patterns you’ve formed that’s why we’re focusing on creating happy habits. Click here for more.

How to Get a Better Night’s Sleep

A couple of weekends ago, I worked on an exciting project with my students (which I cannot wait to share with you soon). During it, I asked each girl what her favorite topic that we’ve covered during our Mentoring Sessions was. EVERY girl said the advice they got about sleeping better was really helpful, so I decided to share it here on the blog today! Wishing you peaceful sleep tonight!

https://youtu.be/djDYKUu84Bc

How to Handle Criticism

Not everyone is going to like you or the things you do. This is a tough lesson, especially for me! When someone has a negative opinion it can hurt. I’ve definitely spent my fair share of time being upset over it. Criticism is unavoidable, but it can be a great way to get to know yourself better. Check out the video to hear my personal story of how I handled criticism and what you can do.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pLv3sQ1qGnM

How to be the Life of the Party

It’s a common misconception that being the life of the party means being the most outgoing person in the room. It’s not about what you look like or who can’t take their eyes off of you, it’s all about the energy you bring you into the room. Standing out in a positive way means glittering from the inside out. Got somewhere to be? Try these quick tips for lighting up a room!