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11Nov

By Stella Olivia KikoyoNo Comments

Fashion, Restricted

The Different Kinds of Zoom Meeting Outfits

Working from home more has led to more remote meetings, and Zoom is usually the place to be. It’s interesting how, without the workplace dress code restrictions, different people attend their meetings looking completely different. Let’s take a look at the many kinds of Zoom Meeting outfits, and see which one you are! Comfort is King: This person doesn’t stress out, and attends meetings in t-shirt and sweatpants, overalls, or a chunky sweater. They are not leaving the house so they will not bother their “outside clothes” Dressed to Impress: This is the lady looking for a promotion, or already is CEO. She is decked out in head-to-toe elegance, with hair and makeup done, and probably has heels on as we speak. Don’t mess with this one, she means business! ...

11Nov

By Stella Olivia KikoyoNo Comments

Music, Restricted, Thriving

Leesun, The Singer Who is Inspired By Random Things!

"I was at sitting at home, daydreaming about beautiful sunny summer days, barbecues, gatherings of friends, and that song “My Life” came to me," Leesun, a Canadian Korean British singer-songwriter recalls how wrote one of her most popular songs. In this chat with Stellar Woman Magazine she shares her inspirations and how her multicultural upbringing influences her sound. You are a Canadian Korean British singer-songwriter. Tell us about your multi-cultural upbringing. My parents are Korean and emigrated to Canada when I was just 5 months old. I grew up in Canada, in southern Ontario, attending far too many schools (11 schools between ages 4 and 17). My experience, like so many Canadians, was one of being non-white in a culture where somehow the norm seemed defined as white. Bein...

11Nov

By Stella Olivia KikoyoNo Comments

Restricted, Thriving

The Passion to Help Others Achieve Their Goals is Dr. Stephanie Atkinson-Alston’s Gift That Keeps Giving!

Stephanie Atkinson-Alston's professional experience goes above and beyond: she gained it through her training settings in various fields, such as the military, private, and education sectors, and now she's a coach - not just any coach though, she's considered 'The coach of coaches'. "My passion for coaching is in helping others to achieve their goals," she says. Who is Dr Stephanie Atkinson-Alston? I am an unapologetic black and God-fearing woman, an author, a partner, a sister, an aunt, a niece, and a friend. As Dr. Stephanie Atkinson-Alston, I bring over 20 years of experience to coaching that was developed through my service in the military, private, and public education training settings. My passion for coaching is in helping others to achieve their goals through developing robu...

11Nov

By Stella Olivia KikoyoNo Comments

Mind & Body, Restricted, Wellness

Mindfulness in a Pandemic: Even More Important Than Before – Ann Justi

By Ann Justi In a world that feels increasing out of one’s control, creating circumstances people would never have imagined only a year ago, turning to mindfulness has become an increasingly valuable means by which to cope. People are using it as a mental health tool for dealing with everything from social isolation to recovery from stress. The benefits include calmness, self-control, and better mental health, which is as important as physical health and should be maintained just like your daily workout. What is Mindfulness? Mindfulness is a mental practice in which someone directs their attention to the present moment, having a nonjudgmental awareness of their immediate surroundings, thoughts and feelings. Practicing mindfulness in any situation, whether daily o...

11Nov

By Stella Olivia KikoyoNo Comments

Mind & Body, Restricted, Wellness

What Are Pelvic Floor Exercises? Kim Vopna, The Vagina Coach, Explains

Kim Vopni, the Vagina Coach, is the founder of Pelvienne Wellness Inc and Core Confidence Education. She's on a mission to break through taboos and redefine how we think about women’s health. "I want women to know how to connect to their pelvic floor so that they can overcome challenges like incontinence and organ prolapse and regain a sense of control and power in their lives," she shares on her website. In this insightful interview, she explains what pelvic floor exercises are, and why you need to be doing them. You’re an intimate wellness coach. Tell us what that actually involves. I am a personal trainer and my focus is on the female pelvic floor. The pelvic floor is a central part of our sexual wellness and the topics I talk about with people can be quite intimate in nature or i...

11Nov

By Stella Olivia Kikoyo1 Comment

Mind & Body, Restricted, Wellness

10 Reasons You Should Start Running, and How to Get Started! – Christina Neal

Have you always wanted to run but you think it might be challenging to start? There are numerous benefits to running and it’s easy to get started if you know what to do. Author and marathon runner Christina Neal has these top tips for beginners. There’s so many good reasons to run. If you want to get fitter, lose weight, feel stronger and live longer then consider taking up running. Regular running will reduce your risk of heart disease and extend your lifespan. A study conducted by the American Medical Association showed that running could extend your life by up to three and a half years. Some studies have even shown an increase in life expectancy of seven years. There’s no doubt that running improves heart health as it strengthens the heart. Running can also help to lower blood pre...

11Nov

By Stella Olivia Kikoyo1 Comment

Restricted, Thriving

Divya Parekh On Success, Growth, and Why She Enjoys Helping People Succeed!

While it might sound trite in this day and age, my motivation for the work I do is to help people achieve their highest level of success. As I look back on my life, that has always been my main focus. It has guided me in the different phases of my professional life, culminating in what I do now in guiding others to get their unique message out to their audience. There are several components to working with professional men and women that I have incorporated and refined in my career, and as I look back on to where it all started, I am proud to say it began with my parents. I am blessed that I was brought up by loving parents in India who were liberal-minded as they raised my sister and I. India is a country of varied cultures that encompass different religions, traditions, and ways of lo...

11Nov

By Stella Olivia KikoyoNo Comments

Feminism, Restricted, Thriving

10 Yara Shahidi Quotes That Prove She’s A Stellar Woman

Yara Shahid is no ordinary 21-year-old. The actor, model and activist has filmed with Angelina Jolie, she considers Michelle Obama a friend – and Oprah believes she's a future US president. She's truly a stellar woman! Still have doubts, these 10 quotes from her will erase all of them. “I don’t know everything. I know a fraction of what there is to know and I don’t think I will ever know everything, but it’s important to me to constantly challenge myself, to understanding different viewpoints, really understanding nuance in topics, so I can feel qualified in what I say, so I’m not preaching falsely of what I’m unaware of.”"There are two conflicting philosophies that I love: "Everything happens for a reason," as well as "you can change everything that you have control ov...

11Nov

By Stella Olivia KikoyoNo Comments

Fashion, Restricted

Mask Outfit Ideas To Keep You In Stellar Style!

We're settling into our new normal, and part of that is wearing masks wherever we go. That, however, shouldn't hurt your personal style because there are ways to style your mask and avoid tainting the chic outfit you picked out. You might have to have a tailor on call for certain styles, but it's totaly worth it! Let's take a look at the options!

11Nov

By Stella Olivia KikoyoNo Comments

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10 Things You Might Not Know About Dr. Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala

Dr. Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, the current Director General of World Trade Organisation, is a force to be reckoned with. Did you know that this economist and international development expert is a former Finance Minister of Nigeria? There is a lot to the stellar woman, let's get into 10 fascinating facts about her! She is the first woman and the first African to hold the office of Director-General of the World Trade Organization.Dr. Okonjo-Iweala was educated at Harvard and has a Ph.D. in Regional Economics and Development from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology.Dr. Okonjo-Iweala is a member or chair of numerous boards and advisory groups: ONE Campaign, the World Resources Institute, the Clinton Global Initiative, the Nelson Mandela Institution, Friends of the Global Fund Africa, and th...

11Nov

By Stella Olivia KikoyoNo Comments

Restricted, Thriving

Josephine Omunyidde Zhane On Career Growth and Nurturing Young Girls into Change Makers

Josephine Omunyidde Zhane is the founder of Engender Girls' Mentorship Programme - an all girl-youth-mentorship initiative based in Uganda that develops THOUGHT LEADERSHIP for the girl-child through a series of activities that prepare her to take up her place at the decision making table in the future. She also serves on various Boards in Uganda and has previously served on the Board of Public Relations Association of Uganda (PRAU) as Director Public Relations. She has over 15 years of experience in International Development & Corporate Communication. She tells Stellar Woman Magazine why women need to creative new solutions needed to enable us to move forward. In one sentence, tell us who Josephine is: Josephine is a 39-year-old mother and believer - Remnant o...

11Nov

By Stella Olivia Kikoyo1 Comment

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How to Overcome Fear of Failure By Stella Olivia Kikoyo

By Stella Olivia Kikoyo Creating Clarity, Focus, Courage and Confidence Key Tool Using Five fingers Thumb =Emotional state Index Finger = Focus Middle Finger = Meaning Ring Finger = Relationship Small finger or pinky = Strategy Emotional State What is your emotional state? Emotions affect our feelings which feelings affect our actions or behaviours and results. Think about this before taking decisions. What emotional state are you in right now? This is of course as a result of your thoughts. This can be changed by: · Your physiology and posture. · Naming that feeling that you’re experiencing. What it is? Understanding ...

11Nov

By Stella Olivia Kikoyo1 Comment

Restricted, Thriving

My Story: Taking Action Inspite of Fear – Stella Olivia Kikoyo

Remember that being brave is not the lack of fear but the ability to move forward in spite of fear. 15 years ago, I remember when I moved to the UK with my family, I wanted to continue with my career as a lecturer but didn’t know where to start. I went for a Marketing conference organised by a University in London with a view that I would get some information. Throughout the conference I was focused on how to approach whoever was in charge about getting a lecturing position but at the same time I was experiencing fear – fear of rejection or of not being good enough or what would be called fear of failure. I thought it was better to go back home to my family than be disappointed. At the end of the conference, I decided to wait until everyone had left the lecture theatr...