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Barbie's got a new attitude and so can YOU! 💁♀️ Today's Emoji-A-Day Today's Emoji-A-Day is all about leveling up – from embracing change to kicking heartbreak to the curb. Let's transform struggles into fuel for your fabulous future. It's National Barbie Day and National Get Over It Day... coincidence? We think not! 💖💪
Barbie Then vs. Now
Let's be real, Barbie's evolved (and so can we!). More careers, more body types, and more possibilities than ever before remind us it's never too late to rewrite your story. ✨
The Struggle is REAL
But even the sparkliest among us face setbacks, heartbreak, and those "grrr, get over it" moments. That's where the true badass energy comes in! Let's tackle it together... 💪
Challenge Time
- Challenge 1: Embrace Change Like Barbie - Change is scary, but it's where the growth happens.
- Your Mission - Step outside your comfort zone - try something new today!
- Challenge 2: Overcome with Strength - Focus on self-care. Do something that makes YOU feel good. 💗
- Your Mission Pt 2 - Self-care is KEY! Do something that fills YOUR cup, not anyone else's. ✨
Crank up our Sparkle & Grow Playlist and get ready to celebrate your bad self! 🎶💥
✅ MOJI BITS & BYTES ✅
Dig into some fun facts and inspiring tidbits! Today's Bits & Bytes are all about the power of transformation – from Barbie's iconic journey to your own unstoppable potential. 💖💪
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Barbie Debut - Barbie first strutted her stuff at the American International Toy Fair in 1959. She was an instant hit! 💖👠
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Career Queen - Barbie has held over 200 jobs, from astronaut to president! No dream is too big when you believe in yourself. 🚀👩🚀👩🦼👩⚕️
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Dreamhouse Dreams - Who hasn't dreamt of Barbie's Dreamhouse growing up? Turns out, manifesting your dreams starts young! 🏡💖
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Barbie on the Big Screen - The new Barbie movie made waves last year, showing just how powerful her story remains! Did you see the movie? 🎬
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Body Positive Shift - It took a while, but Barbie now comes in multiple body types, skin tones, and with diverse abilities. Representation matters – and so does loving YOU! 🙌
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Fashion Icon - From vintage outfits to cutting-edge trends, Barbie's style reflects the times. 👗 👜
- Evolving Style - Just like Barbie, your personal style can change over time. Experiment and express yourself boldly! 🎨
- Mirror, Mirror... - How we feel about our appearance impacts our confidence. Treat yourself like the queen you are! 🪞👑
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The "Get Over It" Struggle - Did you know National "Get Over It" Day was founded to encourage moving on from past hurts? Easier said than done! 🩹➡️💪
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Bounce-Back Power - Studies show that setbacks can actually make us stronger. Resilience is a superpower! 💥
Share a time you faced a "get over it!" moment and how you powered through.🤔
🎆 INSPIRATION QUOTES OF THE DAY 🎆
~ It’s okay to not be superwoman all the time ~
- Demi Lovato, Singer
~ It's okay to outgrow people who don't grow. Grow tall anyways. ~
- Unknown
~ I'm not going to continue knocking that old door that doesn't open for me. I'm going to create my own door and walk through it. ~
- Ava DuVernay, Director, Producer, Screenwriter
Moji Challenge Prompt
- The Concept - Choose a quote that speaks to you and design a visual illustration of its message using emoji.
- Instructions
- Pick your Power Quote - Choose which of the three quotes resonates the most for where you are today. (or search for your own that fits the theme!)
- Emoji Storytelling - Design an image that captures the essence of your chosen quote. Think about symbols, actions, and emotions.
- Short and Sweet - Add a few words to explain your chosen quote and why you connected with it.
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Quote - "I'm not going to continue knocking that old door that doesn't open for me. I'm going to create my own door and walk through it." - Ava DuVernay
- Emoji Design - 🚶♀️🔨 ➡️ ✨🚪💥
- Caption - Done waiting for closed doors...Building my OWN path!
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Quote - "It's okay to outgrow..." - Unknown
- Emoji Design -🌱 🌳 🐦 ☀️
- Caption - Outgrowing old spaces to reach my full potential.
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Quote - "It’s okay to not be superwoman all the time." Demi Lovato
- Emoji Design - 🦸♀️ ➡️ 😌 🛀 ☕
- Caption - Dropping the cape today. Rest and self-care are powerful too.
- Moji Magic 🪄
Self-Reflection Spark - After reflecting on the quotes, design a visual reminder of the lessons you want to carry forward.🌟
- Power Word - Choose ONE WORD that sums up the feeling of the quotes (growth, strength, etc.)
- Emoji Impact - Select 2-3 emoji that symbolize your Power Word.
- Design Flair - Make it visually appealing! Use colors, backgrounds, or arrange the emoji creatively.
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Daily Reminder - Place this image somewhere you'll see it often (phone wallpaper, notebook, etc.)
- OPTIONAL - If you want to create an IRL memento (like a sticker, moji mug or tee shirt, etc...) to keep you inspired, check out our print on demand (POD) store.
- Use the Moji Customizer to combine emoji, (and/or upload your own image), text, and play with color and design for extra impact.
Examples
- Power Word - Evolve
- Emoji - 🐛🦋
- Power Word - Heal
- Emoji - 💔💖
- Power Word - Grow
- Emoji - 💗💪❤️🔥
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Moji Mashup 💖 + 💗 = ?
In this Moji Mashup we paired Sparkling Heart 💖 emoji with Growing Heart 💗 emoji to showcase the power of resilience. Check out our Facebook or head on over to Pinterest to see our final creation from the Google Emoji Kitchen today! -
Sparkling Heart on Emojipedia 💖
Dig into the sparkling heart description, tech origin details, and unique emoji design versions across different platforms at Emojipedia, the ultimate emoji encyclopedia! 📚📲
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Playlist - Need a boost? Channel your inner Barbie and your inner badass with our Sparkle & Grow Playlist! 🤩 These tracks help you shake off challenges, celebrate your strength, and let loose your unstoppable potential. Whether you're reinventing yourself like Barbie or fighting for what you deserve, these songs are your soundtrack to shining bright. 💖💪🎵
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Barbie Girl - Aqua
The ultimate playful anthem of embracing your unique brand of fabulous. 👠👑💄
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Try Everything - Shakira
Upbeat and inspiring, all about never giving up on your goals. 🌟 🦁
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Closure - Taylor Swift
Turning heartbreak into growth and moving forward with strength. 💔➡️ 💪
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Since U Been Gone - Kelly Clarkson
The classic breakup empowerment song – letting go and thriving! 🔥💃
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Dog Days Are Over - Vicci Martinez
Gritty anthem about overcoming struggle, building resilience, and finally seeing brighter times ahead. ⛈️ ☀️
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Who Says - Selena Gomez & The Scene
Celebrating your own worth and ignoring the haters. 💖 ✨
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New Rules - Dua Lipa
Setting boundaries and putting yourself first after a difficult time – self-love is badass! 💅
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7 Rings - Ariana Grande
Confident and materialistic, but also about self-reward and treating yourself after overcoming something hard. 💎
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Unstoppable - Sia
Powerful, anthemic reminder that you can achieve anything you set your mind to. 👊💥
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Barbie World (with Aqua) - Nicki Minaj, Ice Spice, Aqua
Fun and irreverent, celebrating success and embracing the playful, powerful energy of Barbie gone rogue. 💖👑
Shine Bright & Sing!
Did we get your sparkle going? ✨ Let us know which tracks hit the hardest and which songs YOU think need to be added to our ultimate Sparkle & Grow Playlist! Tag us and use #SparkleAndGrow to share the music that fuels your badass spirit! 💖🎶
Wrappin' Up
We've celebrated Barbie's evolution, tackled "Get Over It" challenges, and embraced the power of resilience. Growth isn't always pretty – it's about taking one step forward at a time, just like Barbie has done for decades! Never, ever ever give up! 💖
Your Next Moves
- Keep the Spark Alive - Don't let those Moji Challenge and Magic designs disappear! Use them to inspire you daily. 🌟
- Share the Inspiration - Did these quotes and activities resonate? Share the post to uplift others who might need it today. 📢
- Community Power - Use #GrowthQuotes and #SelfSparkle to connect with others on this journey. 🔗
You are your own kind of Superwoman (or Superman!) - capable of amazing things even when you don't feel like it. Let's keep growing, glowing, and transforming together! 🌱💪💗
See ya tomorrow for another Emoji-A-Day adventure where we keep learning, creating, and discovering together! Believe in yourself – we sure do! ✨
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