Stephanie Linus Daily

Category: Relationships

  • #MakeMeFabulous: The Ojomo story

    This week’s episode of #MakeMeFabulous was heart-warming, troubling at first, but ended up with a promise that was so touching, it lit up the room.

    This is the story of the Ojomo’s- a couple who have been married for five years.

    When we got to their home, we could feel the sense of affection but with a strain.

    As we later discovered, with full disclosure from Mrs. Ojomo, the couple have spent all of five years separately! They have never gone out or spent a whole day together.

    Shocking, isn’t it?

    But it’s the truth, and at some point Mrs. Ojomo broke down and cried. Especially as #MakeeFabulous was giving her a chance to spend a whole day and night with her husband; and not only that- she looked amazing for the occasion.

    At dinner time, looking across to his wife, Mr. Ojomo made the promise to create time for the marriage. He wiped her tears and kissed her, and they danced and reminisced on their love.

    *sigh*

    So beautiful!

    I am glad to be part of restoring some hope in this union through this show.

    I can’t wait for next week’s show!

    But for now, enjoy the Ojomo episode of #MakeMeFabulous!

  • #MakeMeFabulous: Why did I get Married?

    There’s a Tyler Perry movie with that title. The movie tries to expose some of the ups-and-downs we face in our marriages.

    It’s a situation many of us can relate to. After a while it seems love begins to slow down.

    But is that really the case? Or is it just an issue of other things distracting the couple from themselves.

    That is where #MakeMeFabulous comes in.

    We are repairing homes by helping couples rediscover themselves.

    If you have been too busy to notice how beautiful your wife is, then the programme is going to help you look at her in a different more pleasant way.

    And you can recount all the beautiful times you have shared.

    That’s what to expect from #MakeMeFabulous!

    So tomorrow, Sunday May 24, #MakeMeFabulous will be on your TV screens at 7pm on DSTV’s Africa Magic Showcase, Channel 151.

    Make sure you don’t miss it.

    And feel free to share your comments on this blog.

    Love always! xoxo

  • “I want love to win…” Stephanie premieres Reality Show- Make Me Fabulous, exclusively on Africa Magic

    A show about real life couples, real changes.

    Stephanie Linus produces a one-of-its-kind reality show Make Me Fabulous for married couples going through marital challenges- are we spending enough time together? Are we building the family of our dreams? Do I feel wanted in this marriage? Has this union changed me?

    Real people. Real issues. Real questions.

    Make Me Fabulous challenges the norm by addressing the issues of marriage, albeit aesthetic, that might affect everything else. It is 30 minutes of rekindling love with the help of beauty experts.

    The Love inspired reality show is set to hit TV screens on Sunday, May 24, at 7pm on DSTV’s Africa Magic Showcase, Channel 151. The series premieres with 13 full episodes this new season. With appealing transformations and a once in a lifetime lavish and luxurious retreat, couples are set on a journey that will ignite new meaning into their relationships.

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    Stephanie Linus, producer of Make Me Fabulous, stated: “I wanted to create an experience that would remind married couples of what they once vowed to- that love always resides within if they just stop and pay attention. Giving couples a chance to connect without distractions, so that they can remember why they fell in love in the first place. This is a show that keeps giving, to ensure that love stays at the epic centre of a family. I want love to win in people’s lives, so I am giving it the attention it deserves.”

    Unscripted, Make Me Fabulous promises 13 romantic, heart-warming episodes that feature newlyweds, to relationships spanning over decades. These are couples selected from Stephanie’s blog, Stephaniedaily.com where all updates, behind the scenes and exclusive bonuses can be found.

    To connect with the contestants and to stay updated on the couples, viewers can visit stephaniedaily.com/MakeMeFabulousTV. Join the discussion on social media- Twitter and Facebook using the hashtag #makemefabulousTV.

    Media interested in a feature or an interview with Stephanie regarding the TV show should contact info@icypr.com. For more on Stephanie Linus please visit www.stephanielinusdaily.com/

  • 9 Things Women Do That Men Love

    The truth about women – and the men who love them – goes beyond how they look or what they wear. Sometimes, its the less obvious attributes women have that get their man’s attention.

    So, ladies, I did us a favour by asking people, mostly men, about what gets their attention. Here are some of the responses I got.

    1. Flipping Your Hair: Women do this better with a hairstyle that has a front or side fringe. It might seem very innocent, but men love it when women do that. Trust me. I know.

    2. Adjusting His Tie: Ladies, do you sometimes reach for your husband’s tie and adjust it, even when it really doesn’t need to be adjusted… Lol! He might not say it, but he loves the thoughtfulness behind that action.

    3. Leaving Some Treats For Him: Most times, when I buy myself a treat, it could be anything from chocolates to a rare fruit, I leave some in the fridge for my hubby. It’s not about the price of the treat, but the thought behind leaving some for him that matters.

    4. Getting Your Makeup Done: I know most men grumble when they are about to go out with their wives and she is spending the whole time putting her makeup on. He might not like being kept waiting, but he likes the fact that you put extra care into looking good when going out with him.

    5. Acting Goofy: Sometimes, its cool to just act silly and childish. Men love this. You could do a silly dance or talk in a funny voice and just make the mood lighter. This brings about some healthy laughter which is great for any relationship.

    6. Cooking Rare & Tasty Meals: Most times, women think that because cooking is something they do regularly, there is nothing so special about it. I disagree. Men appreciate the time their wives spend in the kitchen cooking for them, especially if the meal is lip-smacking tasty.

    7. Biting Your Lips: When done the right way, with just enough eye contact, you are sure to melt your man’s heart.

    8. Scolding With Love: Men can act like babies some times…. leave their clothes lying around, messing up the house with litter, scattering their clothes moments after you arranged it! They know they did wrong, but the way you react and scold them lightly with love makes all the difference to them. They totally love it (even though they will do the same thing again).

    9. ____________

    I’d love to hear from you SL Fabz. Tell me one more thing women do that men love.

  • Frank Talk: The First Year Of Marriage

    After the congratulatory messages to newlyweds the next question usually is: “How is married life?”

    If the couple were to give an honest answer, many would agree that it is usually the hardest. The wedding is over, and the marriage begins. The transition from the “me” to “we” is not always easy for either the man or woman in a marriage.

    One major hurdle many couples face – especially in the first year is miscommunication. Marriage entails sharing, and a huge part of this would be in form of communicating to your partner. I do not claim that I have it all together , but here are a tips I have personally found very helpful:

      1. Do not make assumptions. Always ask or seek to understand what the other person really meant.
      2. Always remember that your spouse is not trying to hurt you. He/she has the best intention for you.
      3. You cannot read your spouse’s mind.
      4. Never use past experiences, family background or anyone else to judge your spouse.
      5. Never take your spouse for granted. If he/she does something worth appreciating, do not assume they know how grateful you are; say “thank you.” And in a situation where you have to admit you are wrong, do not hesitate to do so. It does not mean you are weak! It simply shows you are mature, and able to take responsibility for your actions.

    To every married woman or man reading this, I pray you find peace to weather every storm in your home.

    Stay Happy!

  • Stephanie’s Poll: Who Should Make The First Call?

    Imagine this scenario:

    A beautiful lady meets a handsome man somewhere. They have a great conversation and the chemistry in between them even at that first meeting is undeniable. They both have a good and comfortable time in each other’s company and feel their first meeting is the start of a wonderful union.

    After spending about an hour together, they reluctantly part ways, but not before exchanging numbers. Now note, emphasis on ‘exchange’. Lady has guy’s number and guy has lady’s number.

    One day, two days, four days, one week, two weeks pass after their meeting and… no phone call. Lady has been waiting patiently by her phone, with her heart in her mouth every time her phone rings, hoping its him. But he never calls….

    If you were the lady, would you call him? In such a situation, who should make the first call?

  • Your Ex vs A Party

    So, you’re getting ready to attend your friend’s birthday barbecue.

    Just as you get into your car, your phone rings. It’s the brother of your ex. Your ex has just had an accident. The brother of the ex, starts begging you to come to the hospital.

    The ex is an ex, because they treated you like dirt & left you (male or female, as it applies to you).

    After you end the call, you turn on the ignition of your car. Where would you go – hospital or barbecue venue?

    And why?

    Remember Chioma Nnani, the writer whose book excerpt I published a few days ago? I found this post on her FB wall and thought it would be interesting to share here.

    If it were you, where would you go?

  • It’s All About Marriage Proposals!

    I just heard that yesterday – March 20, 2015 – was the National Proposal Day. I didn’t even know a day like that existed!

    It was created by a guy named John Michael O’Loughlin to dedicate a day for men to propose marriage. He invented the holiday after his cousin’s boyfriend wouldn’t pop the question after years of dating. Learning from his cousin’s experience, he thought of this day to urge lovers to take the plunge.

    One of the most unforgettable moments in someone’s life is when a person receives a marriage proposal from someone she loves. For those who have received one already, it is a moment to remember with fondness. For those who haven’t, it is a hopeful dream.

    So, in the spirit of the National Proposal Day, let’s talk about marriage proposals. Those who are engaged or married, recount how it all went down. And for those who aren’t, what is your dream proposal?

    I can’t wait to read your stories 🙂

  • When Should The Genotype Question Be Asked?

    I was inspired to ask this question when I saw the issues raised on the last Talk To Steph post about Tayo’s Genotype Dilemma. She had been in a relationship with someone she loved dearly and fond out in the 10th month of their relationship that they both had the AS Genotype.

    You see, there is no specific length of time a couple must date before getting married. Some people have a two-month courtship, some have two years, while some date for even as long as twelve years.

    My question however is this: At what point in the relationship should couples begin to ask each other serious questions such as their Genotype? Also, apart from the Genotype question, what other important questions should couples ask each other as their relationship gets serious?

    Let’s discuss.

     

  • 10 Things Men Notice First About Women

    Have you ever wondered why it seems easy for some ladies to capture the attention of men more then others? Many times as ladies, we think its just our looks that gives a good first impression on the opposite sex. Wrong!

    Ladies, its time to educate ourselves a bit. Here are 10 things a guy notices first when he sees a lady:

    1. Your Smile: A lady’s smile is often the very first part of a woman a guy will see. A lady with a scowl on her face is not often attractive to most men while a smiling woman is considered to be much more approachable. Your smile is one of the most expressive feature you possess.

    2. Your Hair: You’d be surprised how much men pay attention to this. And surprisingly, most women get it wrong about the kind of hair that men are attracted to. I know a man who tells me a woman who plaits her hair or has it in braids is the only kind of woman he gets attracted to. For others, it might be different.

    3. Your Eyes: A woman’s eyes tell a lot about her. Any confident guy would want to hold your gaze for a while. A lot of information can be shared through eye contact. Remember, ‘eyes are the window to the soul‘.

    4. Your Body Language: Do you walk tall and confident? Are you slouched? Do you have an upright posture? Yes, guys do notice all these and it tells them whether to approach you or not.

    5. Your Sense Of Humour: A guy would be very keen about you if he notices he can make you laugh. But he will even be more interested if you can make him laugh.

    6. Your Body: Believe me ladies, this is actually one of the first things they notice! Most men have basic specs of body types they like. Big, small, curvy, straight…. When you stand in full view of a guy, believe me, this is one important thing he is checking out.

    7. Your Friends: It is very likely that you’d share some traits with the kind of friends you keep. Guys know this, and so will judge you by these traits your friends possess. As the saying goes ‘Show me your friend and I will tell you who you are‘. If you have loud, rude friends, a guy might just assume this is the kind of person you are at first impression, even if you are not.

    8. Your Smell: Oh yes ladies, don’t ever forget this! Your smell introduces you, and lingers after you are gone. The question is what kind of impression do you want to give with your smell? Good or bad.

    9. Your Style: Do you have a great body but dressed in shabby clothes? Are you wearing the right kind of clothes and shoes for your body type? Are your clothes stylish or just plain? A guy notices these things at first glance.

    10. Your Attitude: One of the most important non-physical things a guy notices about you is your attitude. No matter how beautiful or attractive a lady looks, a mean attitude can send a guy running faster than you think. I know sometimes you might be having a bad day, but try to be nice to people you are meeting for the first time. You never know who he might really be.

    SL Fabz, do you have anything to add to this list?

    Ladies, what would you say is your strongest point? What do guys notice first about you?

    Guys, what are some of the first things you notice in a lady?