Stephanie Linus Daily

Category: Hot Topic

  • Do You Believe In Zodiac Signs?

    Virgo, Cancer, Aries, Pisces, Aquarius, Gemini, Leo….

    Nearly everyone has heard of the signs of the zodiac, mostly through “sun-sign astrology” columns, where the signs are taken as major determinants of the personality. These signs are generally linked to the date a person was born. Each sign has different personality traits which proponents claim are found in people who have that Zodiac sign.

    It is not unusual for you to find your Zodiac sign and see more than two or three traits which describe your personality. For this reason, many tend to believe it completely. Daily horoscopes on the other hand is another thing entirely. They predict the event(s) that people with particular zodiac signs will encounter daily.

    Some years back, I used to have a colleague who never missed reading the daily horoscopes in newspapers. Whenever he felt funny or something was happening to him, he would explain that his horoscope had predicted it. When things went well, he would say he knew it was going to happen that way because his horoscope said so.

    I’ve never understood this concept properly so I can’t even call myself a believer. What about you?

    Do you believe that Zodiac signs can truly define who a person is? What is your Zodiac sign? Do you know the personality traits of your Zodiac sign and do they apply to you?

    Let’s discuss!

  • #WomenIssues: Human Trafficking/Sex Slavery

    The month of March is regarded worldwide as Women’s Month. This is primarily because the International Women’s Day falls on March 8th, a global day celebrating the economic, political and social achievements of women past, present and future. Also, in the United States of America, March is regarded as the Women’s History Month.

    This month therefore, I’d like us to discuss some important issues we face as women, with the hope of finding lasting solutions to them.

    Human trafficking affects women, men and children. But the primary victims worldwide are women and female children, the majority of whom are trafficked for sexual exploitation.

    Trafficking is a modern-day form of slavery. Sex trafficking is the exploitation of women and children, within national or across international borders, for the purpose of forced sex work. Adult women make up the largest group of sex trafficking victims, followed by female children.

    I could go on and on defining trafficking and sex slavery or giving statistics on them. But what I want to point out today is that women do not voluntarily put themselves in situations where they are exploited, beaten, raped and enslaved. Women do not traffic themselves. Criminals who recruit, buy and sell women and girls are the crucial intermediaries for delivering women into prostitution and other harmful practices. They use force, coercion, seduction, deception, and any other techniques that are effective in controlling the women and girls they are trading.

    My call today is to parents and guardians of female children. I know it can get really hard taking care of children. Many times, poverty and economic hardship doesn’t make the situation better as parents and guardians are forced to make decisions on behalf of the girl child that would have a huge negative impact on them. We need to protect that girl child, and when I say ‘we’, I don’t mean just the parents and guardians, but the entire nation.

    The harm of sexual exploitation extends from the individual to the community and to the nation. It might not have happened to someone you know, but we cannot ignore it. When a country permits sexual exploitation or trafficking to flourish, a certain portion of each generation of young women will be lost.

    It is a collective responsibility which we must all have a part of in our own little way. A small gift, a good advice, a short prayer, a little donation, a token of our love might be all it takes to rewrite someone’s destiny.

    Let’s protect the girl child.

  • Do You Believe In Love At First Sight?

    Guy meets lady or lady meets guy, and after they exchange some glances, say a few words to each other and maybe a light touch, sparks fly. Yes, I know of that and believe that happens.

    But falling in love at first sight? Hmm… Not so sure.

    I’ve heard people say they saw a lady’s picture and immediately fell in love with her. Or a lady sights a guy for the first time at an event and falls in love with him before even speaking to him.

    It is widely believed that love at first sight is not true love, but infatuation. I’ve never fallen in love at first sight because I believe you have to spend time together over a period of time, that you have to know each other before love comes along. But I’ve learnt a lot from this blog that my opinions might be totally different from yours and I’d really love to know what you feel about this topic.

    So, do you believe in love at first sight? Have you ever fallen in love at first sight?

    Share your stories!

     

  • Did You Know? The Real Meaning Of ‘Bae’

    There are some words so commonly used on Social Media and because it has gotten so much acceptance, we adopt it without knowing what it really means.

    Today, I came across a meaning of the word ‘Bae‘ and I was totally shocked.

    Bae is most often used as a term of endearment, often referring to your boyfriend or girlfriend. We see people posting pics online with the words ‘Chilling with my bae’, ‘I love you bae’. Maybe I’ve been guilty of it too *hides face*. So imagine my shock when I saw this:

    According to the Urban Dictionary:

    Bæ/bae is a Danish word for poop. Also used by people on the internet who think it means baby, sweetie etc.

    But come to the Internet world, Bae has a totally different meaning. Some people even use it as a hashtag #BaeBeLike. Bae to many means the short form of Babe or Baby, and I guess its here to stay. But imagine you calling someone your ‘Bae’ and someone in another part of the world is calling poop that same word…. eeeew!

    What do you think? Do you call that special someone in your life ‘Bae’? What does the word mean to you? Do you know of any other common words that have weird meanings?

  • What Do Men Find Most Attractive In Women?

    There’s a saying that goes thus – ‘One man’s meat is another man’s poison‘.

    This applies to a variety of things, including a man’s type of woman. One man might like a slim woman, another might like a plump one. One man might like a dark skinned woman while another might like a light skinned one.

    However, there are general traits that men tend to like in women, things that attract them.

    I asked a few people and here are the most common answers I heard:

    1. A confident woman: A man likes a woman who is sure of her self, who speaks well, raises her head up high and can hold her ground anywhere.

    2. A beautiful woman: A man likes to look at pleasant things and a woman with a pleasant face and features is just right for him.

    3. A respectful woman: Most men have big egos and they like a woman who can stroke it and not disrespect it. Men in general are attracted to women who have a good level of respect for them.

    4. ______________

    I want to know what you think. SL Fabz, complete the list. What do men find most attractive in women?

    This question is for guys and ladies so let the comments roll in!

  • What Does Friday Night Mean To You?

    “Thank God It’s Friday!”

    I heard more than a few people say that today. Friday ushers in the weekend, a time of relaxation for many, especially those with the regular week day jobs.

    Friday night is also a time where many people get to unwind at various relaxation spots around town. I was driving around a while ago and already most relaxation spots are starting to fill up – the restaurants, the cinemas, the bars, the clubs and many more hot spots around the city.

    However, not everyone loves to hang out on a Friday night. For some, its a time to relax with family and gist about the events of the week. Many people also love to watch late night movies at home or go to Church for special programmes and vigils.

    SL Fabz, I’d love to hear from you. Where do you belong? What do you love to do on Friday nights? What will you be doing tonight?

  • How Can You Tell When A Woman Really Loves You?

    I asked the ladies the reverse of this question last week and got some feedback from my male fans who also wanted to know how to identify a lady who really loved a man.

    Apparently, its not only difficult for the ladies to tell when a man truly loves her, its also difficult for a man to identify a lady that truly loves him and is not playing with his heart.

    Women are more emotional than men, and obviously find it easy to express love even more than the men. They say it with words, with their body language, with their laughter, with their tears and more. On the reverse, a woman can also easily deceive a man, making him believe she loves him when she doesn’t.

    A woman who is truly in love with a man…

    1. Calls him or sends him messages often expressing her love for him
    2. Does interesting things to please him like cook his favorite meal
    3. _________________________

    It’s time again to hear from you. Complete the list. Guys, how can you tell when a woman really loves you? Ladies, what do you do to show that you really love a man?

  • How Can You Tell When A Man Really Loves You?

    Ladies, obviously this question is for you.

    Sure, men have different ways of expressing themselves when they are in love. Some show very vivid expressions of their love while some may be very subtle with it. But regardless of a man’s love language, a lady usually knows when a man loves her. There’s a certain way she feels around him, a feeling she doesn’t get with anyone else.

    Some ways men show they are in love are:

    1. He always wants to be around you
    2. He says the nicest things and the sweetest words to you
    3. __________________

    I’d love to hear from you. Complete the list. How can you tell when a man really loves you?

  • Let’s Talk About It! How Do You Tell Someone He/She Has Bad Breath?

    Have you ever felt uncomfortable around someone because he or she has bad breath? It becomes even more uncomfortable when you have to be around that person often or if he/she is an elderly person or your boss. You might just have to endure a very uncomfortable conversation…. eewww.

    Really, bad breath is a very serious problem that can affect one’s self esteem and limit one’s opportunities. It must be very disturbing when people don’t want to be around you or won’t give you opportunities because of your breath. However, as it is with most problems, it’s easier to find a solution when you actually know what the problem is. What happens in situations when you don’t know?

    I recently came across the quick DIY test for bad breath. Check it out:

    Look at your tongue in the mirror. If it is pretty and pink, no problem: Your breath is likely good to go. However, if it is yellow or white you likely need a good tongue cleaning to get rid of your bad breath. Get a plastic tongue scraper and use it every morning before you brush.

    Another quick trick that should only be done in the privacy of your own home. Lick the back of your hand and let it evaporate. If your breath is bad, you will likely be able to smell it on your hand. Alternatively, breathe into a small brown paper bag, and do a sniff test. Then, please, throw the bag away.

    Causes
    The causes of bad breath are generally either oral-related or digestive lining-related. If the source of bad breath is the oral cavity, food residue—and the resultant bacteria—may be to blame. Food residue can build up in gum pockets, in between teeth and under restorations, within tongue projections or papillae, which all can lead to unpleasant breath. Chronic bad breath can also be a warning sign for gum disease.

    Solutions
    To neutralize bad breath in a pinch, chew on parsley, avocado, fennel seeds or peppermint leaves, or place a slice of cucumber on your palate for a minute. You can also try chewing gums and mints. Look for ones made with xylitol, not sugar (which some oral bacteria feed on). And if you’re on the go without a mint or mouthwash, swish water around your mouth for 30 seconds.

    *These are just quick solutions. For long lasting solutions, please see a doctor.

    So SL Fabz, let’s discuss. Have you ever been in a situation where you felt uncomfortable talking to someone cos of his/her bad breath? How would you tell someone he/she has bad breath? Would you try to advice the person or just walk away?

  • Diet Vs. Exercise: What Is Better For Losing Weight?

    It’s a new year and you’ve set for yourself a health goal – to lose weight. The question now is – what’s the best way to achieve this?

    While diet and exercise are both important for long term weight goals, its important to know which one is best for you.

    Yes, you can lose weight with diet alone, but exercise is also important. Without it, only a portion of your weight loss is from fat – you’re also stripping away muscle and bone density. Losing weight through exercise means you’re burning mostly fat. On the other hand, its much easier to cut 500 calories than to spend an hour in the gym burning 500 calories every day.

    Due to our very busy schedules, most people find it very difficult to find time to jog or go to the gym regularly. Also, avoiding those foods with high calories can be very difficult.

    However, both diet and exercise are essential for good health and for keeping that weight off.

    So tell me, which option would you choose for weight loss. Dieting or exercising, and why?