Stephanie Linus Daily

Category: Make me fabulous

  • DRY: More Than Just A Movie

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    Several years ago, as an undergraduate at the University of Calabar, I heard about some young girls who had been forced into early marriage and were suffering the negative and embarrassing effects of Vesico Vaginal Fistula (VVF). Little did I know then that the desire to help those girls and also spread the awareness on the dangers of the condition would linger with me and turn into a burning passion.

    Years later, I embarked on a journey of research and visits to several hospitals and VVF centers both within and outside Nigeria to interact with girls and women suffering from the condition and doctors who took care of them. I also partnered with NGOs in other African countries like Liberia and Sierra Leone.

    These visits, interactions and research conducted over some years provided the blueprint for the script of my soon to be released movie called ‘DRY’ which I directed and acted in. (more…)

  • Make Me Fabulous Is Back!

    Make Me Fabulous

    Hi SL Fabz,

    I’ve got some exciting news for you today. Make Me Fabulous is back, bigger and better!

    Make Me Fabulous is a Reality Series for couples. It is premised on the fact that the demands of everyday living can choke romance and deprive couples from spending quality time with each other.

    Last time, we made a call for couples to send in reasons why they should win a special date and we got some awesome responses before Lynda eventually emerged the winner. But let me remind you that Make Me Fabulous is more than just a date. The lucky woman would be treated to some hair, beauty and style transformation that is sure to get her husband or fiance excited. (more…)

  • A Word For The Ladies

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    Hi Ladies,

    The words in the picture above mean a lot and I think it’s something we should all take seriously.

    Many times as women, we tend to feel incomplete without a man by our side and would go to great lengths to ensure we don’t remain “single”. I know that feeling. (more…)

  • Let Go Of Worry

    Let Go Of Worry

    Are you one of those people who often catch yourself worrying?

    If yes, you’re most certainly not alone in that. I used to find myself doing that a lot. It seems like you are actually doing something, even when you are just making yourself miserable. I want to tell you there is a better way than worrying. (more…)

  • Why You Should Follow Your Passion

    Follow Your Passion

    I’m a big proponent of doing what you’re passionate about.

    Often times, people get excited and passsionate about an idea, but they quickly lose steam and soon lose their drive to see their idea through. I know that things might be tough, and ideas sometimes take a long time to take shape, but I’ve found that there are several benefits of finding your passion and following it up.

    Here are some: (more…)

  • I’m Grateful For…

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    I am grateful for the blessing of life.

    I am grateful for my husband – my rock, my friend, my pillar. (more…)

  • Do You Believe In Nigeria?

    Nigerian GirlI read without surprise a recent news report that says Nigerians are among the ‘Top Eight Races that Excel in the United States of America’.

    A Yale professor Amy Chua and her husband Jed Rubenfeld in a recent book pointed out that some groups in America are inherently more likely to succeed than others pointing at the ease with which Nigerians earn doctoral degrees. (more…)

  • Why Complicate Life?

    Why complicate life

    Some things in life don’t have to be that difficult, really. It’s not always easy to make these decisions, I know, but a positive attitude always goes a long way.

    Have a great day SL Fabz!

    xoxo

    SL

  • It’s Time To Make A Fresh Start! 3 Tips to Achieving Your Goals This Year

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    Happy 2014!

    With every New Year comes New Year’s resolutions…whether it’s losing some weight, starting a new career, or finally reaching a certain milestone. January means a new beginning and a chance to get it right.

    As 2014 kicks off in full swing, I’d like to share with you these few tips to help you stay on track with your resolutions (so they don’t fall by the wayside when February hits).

    Concentration: Ditch distractions and multi-tasking. Embrace mindfulness and single-tasking. By being fully present, you can channel your resources towards a singular purpose. By single tasking, you eliminate the switching costs in terms of time and energy that result from multi-tasking. 

    Clarity: Be clear with your purpose with yourself and others. Yes, your purpose can change. Then make your new direction clear for others. Clarity enables others to help you.

    Consistency: Build good habits and eliminate bad ones. If you want change, then you need to fuel the habits that get you there and remove the ones that hold you back.

    So, what’s your new year resolution? What steps are you taking to achieve them?

    Let’s make 2014 an awesome year!

    xoxo

    SL

  • 7 Ways to Get Rid of Negativity from Your Life

    Getting rid of negativity

    Making the decision to find ways to get rid of negativity is one that will make your life much happier, richer and fuller. I believe some of these tips can help you to learn some great ways to get rid of negativity from your life and keep you positive minded always in the new year.

    1. Be More Positive Yourself
    The very first step you need to take when you are looking for ways to get rid of negativity is to get rid of it in yourself. Make a decision to be a more positive person. Since we cannot magically, instantly transform into a positive person, you can do this in steps. First, work on stopping all of the negative talk, then work on replacing it with positive. In time, you will find that you are one of the most positive people that you know.

    2. Choose to Have An Attitude of Gratitude
    I love this phrase. Having an attitude of gratitude is all about being thankful for the blessings in our life and I believe that is something we could all do a little better at. When we are grateful for any good thing in our life, we are being positive and pushing the negativity out. In addition, you will find that good things seem to want to come your way because of your appreciation for them. You will find you love being grateful for the good things in life.

    3. Cut Negative People Out of Your Life
    If you want to cut negativity out of your life then you need to cut the negative people out of it. This is not to say that if you have negative family members then you must drop them, but you may want to consider spending less time with them. If it is a friend or casual acquaintance, then you can cut them out of your life much easier and would be wise to consider doing so. This doesn’t have to be a big deal; just slowly start spending less time with those negative people.

    4. Teach Positivity
    Teaching positivity has a way of returning positivity back to you. Be a role model for how to be positive. Teach your children and those in your close circle to look on the bright side of life. If you do this, it won’t be long until people are actually turning to you for this because they will learn how much it helps them. Teaching positivity is a way to not only brighten your life but the lives of others.

    5. Find a Good Role Model
    If you are just starting on your journey of cutting negativity out of your life, find a good role model for this. Find someone who is an intentionally positive person and has done the same thing. Ask them for some practical tips and strategies. Most people who have made the journey to cut negativity out of their life are more than happy to help others find the path. Many times you can learn simply from listening to them.

    6. Choose Positive Friends
    Ah, this is a key part of cutting negativity out of your life. Not only do you want to get rid of the negative friends but you want to replace them with positive ones. What advantages do positive friends offer you? They encourage you and believe the best about you. They have faith in you.

    7. Help Those Less Fortunate
    Helping those that are less fortunate is a very helpful step in cutting negativity out of your life. If you don’t see the connection, let me explain it to you. When you help others that are down on their luck, you are reminded of what all you have in your own life to appreciate. This takes you right back to having an attitude of gratitude. Try this and see what a difference it makes.

    I hope these tips help. Would you like to add any to it?