The danger of being on Social Media.

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When I began my journey in social media I had so much fun getting to know new people.  Finding new friends was quite easy because you are able to find friends who are very similar to you.  Many times I would rush home to get online to see who was doing what and also to get the latest gossip.

Social Media provided a way to de-stress.  After going through so many disappointments, my life now consists of people who are very encouraging and friendly.  Social Media gave me the tools to grow in my personal life and bought new opportunities to be creative and professional opportunities as well.

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So, I told you about some of the good things about Social Media, now on to the bad.  Social Media can be an uncertain place.  A place of anxiety because of some negative comments or creepy people wanting to see or know your every move.  We have so many people who watch us on platforms such as YouTube and some other sites and they start to have an obsession with you and your life.

I have seen this so many times and I have experienced it.  Do you think that it is safe to post all of your pictures, videos and other personal things that are going on in your life?  Of course not!  We have unknowingly opened the door for the "boogie man" to come through and find out about things that will put us at risk.


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You have to be careful about posting live videos and posting pictures of where you are because there is always someone watching.  Be sure to post after the events are over.  Do not tell everyone on Face book where you are going or your personal family business.  Never post anything regarding your kid's school or anything that would put them at risk.

I do not think that I will ever do a meet and greet because it opens up the door for someone who is mentally unstable to have contact with me.  Keep yourself safe at all times.  Keep cameras on the inside and outside of your home.  Wear a personal alarm system and get one for your children.

Make sure to get a home alarm system.  They do not cost that much these days.  Take notice if you see any suspicious activity online and around your home.  Check out your surroundings at stores and at the mall.  Do you see the same person showing up at different places?  Or unusual visitors coming to your house uninvited?   Document any and all threats that you get online and contact the police.

Put your family first!

Why you should always surround yourself with people who are smarter than you.

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I have been on the quest to attain knowledge and during my search, I have surrounded myself with people who are very smart.  They come from all walks of life but one thing for sure, they are brilliant.  So many ideas and positive examples of what it takes to be successful come from these associations.

Many times we may feel that we have all the answers and there is always another way to look at a situation and how to work it out in your favor.   It is good to just listen and not interrupt so you can soak in all the information that you are being blessed with.

My friends have blessed me tremendously with books that they have read or ways to obtain information that I never knew was readily available.  Having an open mind will allow you to continue to learn without any biases.

I have also learned a lot by joining some Facebook groups.  A lot of these groups are headed by people who have tried and failed at different ventures but they also bounced back and are now successful.  You cannot learn without failing because failure is a lesson.

Lately, I have been staying away from complainers and people who have no goals in life, not because I think that I am better than anyone but, to move forward with my life on a positive note.  This hunger in me to succeed is getting stronger and stronger and I do not want anything holding me back.

Smart people can point you in the right direction if they are not able to find the answers that you are seeking.  People who volunteer their time seem to have a lot of knowledge because they are not working based on a paycheck.  They are doing a job to give their time to people who are less fortunate.  Many times I have seen volunteers teaching others how to read or how to search for work on the computers.

It is always good to converse with retirees in the field of study that you are interested in because they had a long term career in that occupation and they can clue you in on things that you can expect in that occupation.

When opportunity knocks, you better open that door!

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Hello everyone.  I am sure you are saying " what the heck is going on because she is not posting anything."  I have been so busy but yesterday, I was in the presence of a friend of mines, and this person had been presented with some opportunities.

 He was given great information and the chance to make things happen and he waited till the last minute to respond and missed out on this opportunity.

This opportunity had been open for two weeks and if he had taken advantage as soon as this chance was presented, he would be in a great place right now.




I don't understand whether he was afraid to pursue this great opportunity or was he just being lazy because he felt that he had enough time or what.
I have done this in my past and I think that I was afraid that things would work out.  It was like I was sabotaging my own life.

A lot of us are scared of stepping out of the box and being great!  If you miss out on too many opportunities there is no promise that you will get another one or if you do, it may take a very long time.

It is best to respond right away to the person who is presenting you will this chance for you to excel and move forward in your life.

When opportunity knock, you better open that door and walk right through!

YouTube Secrets by Sean Cannell & Benji Travis book review (Product Review)

Hello everyone!  I purchased this wonderful book, YouTube Secrets by Sean Cannell & Benji Travis.
I was looking for a book that was easy to read and tips that are explained in a way that is easy for a novice to follow.

I have been on YouTube as a creator for many years and I am looking for ways to grow my channel and to take advantage of tips that will allow me to reach a bigger audience with my channel.
By the way, my YouTube channel is "SashaMoniqueTalks"  (big plug lol).

Sean Cannell is a video marketing strategist who is very successful on YouTube and he has helped his clients to generate over five million in revenue.  His tips are very straight forward.  You will definitely gain a lot of information from his instruction on how to grow your channel.  

Benji Travis has more than one billion video views on YouTube channels he has helped to grow.  He works with a lot of brands and he earns seven figures in income.  He has a wealth of information to share with his viewers through his cooking channel on YouTube.  He is a fabulous cook!

The subjects that YouTube Secrets focus on are:

• The seven essential ingredients for a profitable channel
• New strategies for getting views and subscribers
• Ten ways to make money on YouTube
• And much more

I purchased this book from Amazon and it was a good buy.  After reading this book, I have learned:

• how to find out what niche would be good for my channel.
• How to be more focused on the way that I present my content.
• What I will offer in regards to the information that I would like to share with my audience.
• This book taught me what I will need to stand out on YouTube. What kind of content to deliver to my subscribers.
• How to get my videos discovered.

A lot of times we are so busy and making YouTube videos can be time-consuming and I have learned how to record my videos and schedule them for a different day, to stay consistent.
YouTube can be used as a business and I was having a lot of trouble learning how to use YouTube Analytics to see what improvements I need to make with my videos.  Sean Cannell always conveys the message that you should have one specific niche, and this is what I will work on.

Make sure to check out Sean Cannell's YouTube channel and Benji Travis YouTube channel.

YouTube Secrets is now my reference book that I will constantly use for my research.  I recommend this book to anyone.

This post is not sponsored.  I paid for this book with my own money.

Some of the things that I have learned while being on YouTube.

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Hello, everyone, I have been on YouTube for a  very long time.  In fact, it is going to be seven years in May 2019.  I never thought or dreamt that I would be on this platform for this long.  YouTube is a lot of fun.  I have worked very hard while on this platform and my hobby has taken me to new heights.

Some people do not think of YouTube of being a media for creating new opportunities. You can supplement your income by being consistent and by promoting yourself.  YouTube is a great way to meet people from all over the world.  You can form friendships with people who you would have never met if it wasn't for YouTube.

People think that YouTube is easy but it really isn't.  Most of the time, if you are a person who is recording on a regular basis, you have to film your video, edit your video, edit your thumbnail, upload your video, add all the important information in your description section, find great tags for your video and then publish.

Many things are happening on YouTube and we have to change right along with the new rules.  YouTube is a great hobby and use it for whatever you need it for.  Below is a video that I made regarding this subject.  Please watch and leave your comment.  

What has SashaMoniqueTalks been doing lately

Hello, everyone.  Yes, it is still cold in my state but we have had some warmer days.  Yay! to warmer days, but if you know me well, you know that I hate the summer!

I have taken the time to spend as much time with my family as I can.  We have been hitting those stores, shopping for bargains and eating at some nice places,   This year has been so tough for me with dealing with more health problems, so I honor the time that the good Lord has given me.

My road that is paved to happiness, is a result of enjoying the simple things in life.  I love meeting my family at the mall for lunch and just going there to take a break in a good way.  Lately, I have been enjoying some great movies that I am kinda late seeing.  The best movie I last have seen was "Green Book."  This movie was better than I expected.  You all should go and see it if you haven't.

One good thing about my life's journey is that my family enjoys a lot of the things that I do.  We enjoy each other's company, so it is easy to plan outings and they are right on board with the weekly plans that we have.

By the way, you see these wonderful photos?  They were taken by my daughter T. Robinson.  She has a real gift for photography, so I really thank her for her art and inspiration.

I have been slowly, but surely, changing my diet for the better.  This includes eating a lot of green leafy vegetables, sweet potatoes, and baked, chicken, or fish.

I had a health scare, so it prompted me to make some major changes.  For the summer, I would really like to spend time traveling if the weather permits and my health allows.  It is very important to get away and explore other places and of course, do some shopping.

A friend of mine has suggested that I join some book clubs and I am going to look into it.    You all know that I love music so I will be checking out some concerts and going to events to meet some new friends.

There is a knitting club in my area and I would love to learn the skill of knitting or crochet.  Many things are available in my area, and these events do not cost much or they are free.

Community activities are in abundance so why not take advantage of them!

What are some of the things that you are doing or plan to do?  Leave your response in the comment section.

Scrubbing Bubbles Bathroom Grime Fighter (Citrus)

* Disclaimer:  This post is not sponsored.  I paid for this product with my own money.

I have been using Scrubbing Bubbles for a very long time. This product is a product that I can really rely on to get my bathtub clean.  It has a nice smell and the citrus really makes such a difference in the way your bathroom smells.

Sometimes, I spray my bathtub and let it sit for a while and you can see the dirt coming down the walls of the tub. Then I will use my little scrubber and lightly scrub. Then your tub is so clean!

This product doesn't have any harsh smells and that is good to keep my allergies at bay.   Scrubbing Bubbles will definitely remove soap scum, so that is a lot less work that you have to do.

This bathtub cleaner used to cost a little more years ago, but I purchased mines at Family Dollar and It was under $4.00. This is a great buy!

I love to use products that are guaranteed to work the way that is advertised to do.  You can use this product on your sinks, shower curtains, and countertops. So, this makes it such an all-around product.

You can always find some deals by looking in your local Sunday newspaper.

What was the best advice your father gave you?

My dad was a man who was ahead of his time.  He was always trying to improve himself, to be a better person.  There were many times that I was unsure of myself and he always had a way of making me think and see things in a different way.  My dad was such a hard-working man and he poured into me, ideas, for me to embrace opportunities.

He was extremely hard on me and sometimes the words were not kind but I appreciate that he still had faith in me.  Faith that I didn't have!  There were many times that I was upset with him.  I didn't think that he was on my side, but, he was.

When you have lost a parent, you can recall everything whether it was negative or positive.  I miss that old man because he and my grandmother were the ones who showed me how to save money and my dad believed in entrepreneurship.

I want you all to think about the person who made the most impact on your life because this is where you will learn how to make great changes.

Also read and check out people who have inspired you in one way or another.   My father told me to strive towards my dreams and for me to never tell anyone my dreams because people can be very negative and tell you what you can and cannot do.  He said " show them" afterward.

He also said that I can do anything that I put my mind to, and I really appreciate him for this.  I have strayed from his advice from time to time and I found that everything that he said, was the truth.

Many times I have had people ask me "what are you doing?"  because they were so intrigued by me staying very quiet about my plans.  You do not owe anyone the blueprint to your life, it isn't none of their business.


The people who do this, are some of the people who never had your back or if they find out about your plans, they will praise another person who is doing the same thing you are doing when you were the creator of it.

Be your own cheerleader and pat yourself on your back!  You are great!  Do not let anyone dull your shine.  Create, create, and create!  Be the best that you can be!  Do not let anyone steal your joy!

SashaMoniqueTalks Youtube playlist of laundry detergent reviews

Hello, everyone.  I just wanted to share the YouTube playlist of my fabulous laundry detergent reviews.  I have been doing them for almost seven years because I have a real love for laundry detergent.  I love seeing what laundry detergent will clean effectively but still be reasonable in price.

Also, I purchase the expensive, name-brand laundry detergents to see if they are really what they claim to be.  You will be surprised at what some of the lower price detergents can do and how they stand up in comparison to the "better brands."

I hope you all enjoyed this laundry detergent playlist.  If you want me to review a laundry detergent that I have yet to  review, please leave a comment below.

Suave Essentials Ocean Breeze Body Wash Review

*Disclaimer: This post is not sponsored.  I purchased this product with my own money and this opinion is my own.

Hello, everyone.  I have been using the Suave Essentials Ocean Breeze body wash for a very long time.  This body wash is very inexpensive and although I use other brands from time to time, I always come back to this one.

 The smell is so refreshing, and what I really love, is the fact that they sell the shampoo in this same fragrance. As you all know, I love shopping on a budget and I can always find this product at CVS, Walmart, Family Dollar, Dollar Tree, and a lot of other stores.

I know that you cannot see from the picture but this body wash is in a big 28-ounce bottle and that makes for a lot of baths and showers.  I purchased this body wash at Walmart for $1.98.  It would have been a good idea if  I had purchased three more bottles.

The lather is great and I forgot that they have this product in the hair conditioner in this fragrance as well.

Since you can get Suave for such a great price, you should pick some up for your family members and also donate to some women's shelters because they can also use personal care products.

Well, this is my review of the Suave Essentials Ocean Breeze body wash.  Pick some up and you will not regret it!

Smile Brilliant teeth whitener and electric toothbrush brings many rewards.

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Hello, there!  I just wanted to stop in and share some information about what a clean and bright smile can do for you.

• It can help you get a better job because your smile is the first thing that everyone sees.  When someone sees a bright smile, they automatically will see that you take extra steps to really make sure that your smile is at its best.  This shows that you have great attention to detail.  You may not be able to correct any other things that may be going on with your smile at this time, but, you will still make marked improvements in your smile.
• You will look better in your photos because your nice and white smile will make you look your best.  It will change your whole face for the better.
• Your attitude will change because you will know that you can smile without embarrassment and when you get close to your mate, they will see a beautiful smile shining towards them.

I have used Smile Brilliant during this past year and let me tell you, I am completely happy with the results that I received.  You can see my post with the results right here!

Smile Brilliant not only have their popular teeth whitener but they also have the cariPro ultrasonic electric toothbrush that does a great job of keeping your smile beautiful. This toothbrush is very high quality and it is reasonable, considering that you will have this tool to maintain your smile for a very long time. This is one great toothbrush!

You can check out Smile Brilliant products right here! https://www.smilebrilliant.com/#sashamoniquetalks

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