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She said it was even better than she imagined. 🥹🤎

And THAT is why I love what I do.

We refreshed her existing balayage, brought the brightness back up, added a soft money piece, and finished with long layers and wispy curtain bangs.

But the best part? I wouldn’t let her see any of it until we were completely finished. 😉

Getting to turn that chair around and hear her say, “It’s so pretty” over and over again was everything.

These are the moments that make me love being behind the chair. 🤎

📍 The Hype Hair Studio | Rio Rancho, NM

#RioRanchoHairstylist #AlbuquerqueBalayage #DimensionalBrunette #HairTransformation #NewMexicoHairstylist

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Back by unpopular demand, episode 2 of Ferhat Fridays 🍕🍎🍏 ft. @ohmahaali @de____sid

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more #fashion for the #stylish #babyfashion

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A little girl with a dream to become a Doctor. Congratulations @ohmahaali #collage

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OMG NEW TOTE JUST DROPPED.

“আমি কেঁদে ফেলব” — I will cry.

Because we’re dramatic.
Because we feel deeply.
Because ALL our languages deserve space.

This is for every Desi. 💜
Link in bio!!

#akaconfused #desibrand #southasianowned #representationmatters #browncreatives

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Hi 🤍 I’m Maha — designer & owner of @akaconfused.studios

I started this shop as a way to express who I am and where I come from. As a Pakistani American, I was always searching for pieces that felt like me — something that reflected both sides of my identity. When I couldn’t find it… I made it.

akaconfused is where culture, creativity, and a little bit of chaos meet ✨

Thank you for being here 🫶🏽

#akaconfused #PakistaniAmerican #DesiCreative #SouthAsianOwned #BrownGirlBusiness CulturalFusion WomenOwnedBusiness SmallBusinessOwner DesiDesign CreativeEntrepreneur SupportSmallBusiness MadeWithMeaning

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He reminds me to slow down a bit 🧘‍♀️
Partial video creds go to @ohmahaali

#DogsofInstagram
#InstaDog
#DogReels
#PetReels
#DogAccount
#DogContentCreator
#DogInfluencer
#DogsOfTikTok
#ViralDog
#ThisIsTheWholePoint
#DogMomLife
#MyWholeHeart
#HealingWithDogs
#ReactiveDogJourney
#DogTrainingLife
#ForceFreeTraining
#PositiveReinforcement
#DogBond
#DogsAreFamily

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#StorySaturday

Every comeback has a name.

Our feature this week is Maha Ali from Burrell College of Osteopathic Medicine.

Challenge:
Three weeks before I sat for my Level 1 exam, my family experienced an unexpected loss. My 49-year-old cousin passed in his sleep. He had no prior medical conditions. He was a scuba instructor. Medically, nothing made sense.

The loss of a family member while in medical school is terrifying because school doesn’t stop, but your world does. I decided to keep pushing. I mean, that’s what you’re told you’re supposed to do: compartmentalize and keep studying.

Unfortunately for me, that didn’t work. I ended up not passing Level 1.

How I Overcame:
I was shattered the first few days after getting my results. But I was also more determined to prove to myself that I was smarter and stronger than before.

There was a three-week gap between my first attempt and the score release. I used that time to heal. I stopped compartmentalizing. I let myself be a person with feelings. I spent time with family and friends. I learned how to put myself back together again.

After I received my scores, I leaned on my community: my parents, siblings, mentors, and friends. I knew I couldn’t do this alone. I reached out to clinical professors for advice, worked in study groups, and prioritized balance.

For the last month leading up to my retake, I only did practice questions. I wrote down anything I missed and reviewed it at the end of the day. I started working out, eating better, and learning my limits. I didn’t push myself to exhaustion physically or emotionally. I listened to my body.

When I retook the exam, I felt better. And my scores showed it.

Tips from Maha:
Being a medical student isn’t just about always passing. It’s about learning to fail and not giving up.

The best students are the ones who persevere and are willing to try and try again.

Remember that you’re human. Know your limits.

Taking a step back and touching grass is okay.

There’s no need to be superhuman. Just be you.

Failure isn’t the end. It’s just the beginning.

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Merry Christmas 2024 in Orange County with the Cali fam.

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Fun ATV tour of the hills in Encinitas!🏎️

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Ahoy🎄🎁

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At Pure Barre, we’re socks-essfully stepping up for National Socks Day! 🧦✨ Happy toes, strong plies, and even stronger vibes. 💪💕 #PureBarre #NationalSocksDay

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