THEME: BRIDAL GLAMOUR

She is beautiful, she is radiant, she is the epitome of grace and elegance. Her eyes sparkle with dreams and her lips quiver with excitement. Her beauty is unique and not dependant on her age, body type or skin colour. In fact the most attractive thing about her isn’t her long, thick tresses or glowing skin or glittering jewellery but a heart full of love.

Check out our Bridal Glamour issue in collaboration with Sakhi magazine.

beautiful brides

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The purpose of our fashion features, photoshoots, online magazine issues etc, is to empower and uplift women through fashion and make them feel confident about themselves. Another purpose is to provide a platform for women in the fashion & beauty industry to showcase their talents, skills and products.

Beauty with brains Melissa Monteiro, CEO of CMRC (https://cmrc.com.au) recently published her book ‘The Girl From Mumbai’. The book is a huge success and getting great response!

The Girl from Mumbai is an inspiring migrant story of purpose, people and passion.

Melissa’s story begins with her vibrant childhood in India, where her desire to help others was first born. Her decision to follow her dreams and study social work took her to many places, including the remote Narmada Valley, where she survived being lost in the jungle.

Since migrating to Australia in 2000 with her young family, Melissa has built a new life and successful career in the community sector, positively impacting the lives of hundreds of families and individuals.

From settlement and migrant services, to child protection and women’s issues, Melissa is dedicated to helping those in need within the Western Sydney community and beyond. The awards and achievements she has earned over the last three decades are testament to her dedication, skill and hard work.

In this book Melissa tells the story of her incredible journey from Mumbai to Sydney, sharing her wealth of knowledge on the challenges faced by not-for-profits in COVID times, and how they are racing to adapt. She also provides valuable insight into the difficulties faced by migrants, refugees and vulnerable groups, offering ideas and practical strategies on how we can work together to create strong and supportive communities, that are rich with diversity and inclusive to all.

Make sure you get your copy today!

Mental Wellness/ Positivity Series

Tips By Dr. Niikee
(https://www.vitalitytime.com.au)

Simple Approach to Abundance for Gentle Souls

We’ve been hearing the word “abundance” a lot all over the place in recent years. So many people talking about affirmations, journaling, crystals and rituals we should do to manifest true abundance in our lives. But the reality is so much simpler than that!

As an intuitive guide and energy alchemist, living and working from a place of abundance is part of my everyday being. And after playing around with it for decades, I have found that these 3 simple steps have helped me create abundance in so many parts of my life, even in unlikely places!

Ready to find out? Here are the 3 main things you should cultivate in your day to help draw abundance to you and everyone around you:

1. KEEP YOUR VIBE HIGH

By raising your frequency, you will be vibing in alignment with the cosmos and, naturally, will be attracting more positive things in your life.

2. FOCUS ON WHAT IS RATHER THAN WHAT ISN’T

When we focus on what isn’t and what we don’t have in life, we are low vibing, in a place of fear and anxiety. Instead, raise your frequency by noticing all that you do have that is wonderful and trust the Universe. It has your back and will give you what you need, when the time is right!

3. KNOW YOUR WORTH

“Am I worth it?” This thought often comes to our mind, especially if we are still dealing with deep wounds from past experiences that have affected our self-worth and confidence. Know that you are worth it, very much so. Love yourself enough that you magnetise to you everything your heart desires!

How did you find my 3 tips?
Are you using any of them to create abundance in your life?

Let me know in the comments below!

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Sending you love

Dr Niikee

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Tip By Eshwin Prasad

Chanting & Meditation

Meditation is when we focus on one thing, which can be in the form of light, sound or words, with all our senses. I mediate on the sound of Nama. Nama is calling out the mahamantra “Hare Rama Hare Rama Rama Rama Hare Hare Hare Krishna Hare Krishna Krishna Krishna Hare Hare” Why did I choose the Mahamantra? I would say why not the Mahamantra? When I was told about chanting this mantra, I had no idea of what I would feel or what would happen but with regular chanting and meditation, I know that the practice is helpful. If we don’t try, we would not know.

Like every other thing we do in life to learn, I would say try meditating with the sound of the mahamantra. In the beginning, you might feel some peace but nothing very different, but if you make this your daily routine, you will benefit in ways that can not be worded but felt. How do we meditate on the Nama? Start with just saying the whole mantra at least 3 times when you wake up and slowly build on it. Are there any rules to meditate on the Nama? There are no rules to chanting the Nama, it can be done by anyone, anywhere and at anytime. Is this to do with religion or cult? This depends on who you are, the Mahamantra is universal and for every soul, people would associate it with religion and cult but does not mean that you have to as well. Be positive, be energised, be all that you should be. Chant – “Hare Rama Hare Rama Rama Rama Hare Hare Hare Krishna Hare Krishna Krishna Krishna Hare Hare”

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Mental Wellness/ Positivity Series

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Tip By Aga Kantor
(https://www.facebook.com/AgaKantorCoach/)

Being in nature can have a huge impact on your mental and physical wellbeing. Daily exposure to the sun and a short walk every day can:

• Reduce feelings of anger, fear & frustration.

• Lower production of stress hormones, blood pressure, and muscle tension.

• Help you to be more physically active, improve your mood and help you to feel more relaxed.

• Create new connections with people and improve relationships with your loved ones.

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Tip By Vivi Dahms
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Cuddle Your Pet

Cuddling your pet increases oxytocin, the love & happiness hormone. It also reduces levels of cortisol which is responsible for stress, depression and anxiety. A reduced level of cortisol helps us to be healthier, happier and more relaxed.

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Tips By Rupa Parthasarathy
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It is widely known that walking is an excellent activity to boost your heart health and mental health. There are many studies conducted that advocate green exercise – walking in a natural environment.
However, did you know when you combine walking near a waterbody, you increase those benefits?
New research suggests that completing short bouts of walking near natural water features, like lakes, rivers, and fountains, positively affects people’s mood, alleviating stress and boosting vitality.
Being a Sydney Sider, I always marvel at the numerous options this city and state offer. Be it visiting a local park, national park, bushwalking near waterfalls, there are plenty of places to explore in each of our local areas.

Make it a goal this year to visit parks with waterbodies you have not explored previously. Make a photo journal of your explorations, and start a new tradition with your family.

I sometimes share photos of my favourite walking path, the one I frequently visit when my work permits. I particularly love this area (near Glebe rowing club) because it provides the freedom to take my fur baby and allows him to walk off-leash.

So gift yourself a walk with your family near a waterbody to keep yourself and your family’s energy and spirit going.

While you are there, don’t forget to take a picture and tag #positivitywithempowerednsakhi

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Tips By Deann Rae Jensen
(https://livingmindfullytogether.com)

Thriving in Times of Distress and Uncertainty:

You know, when the kids throw a tantrum, you get a flat tire, or when a family member gets sick, it can be easy to lose your mind or to stay stuck in worry.

If it’s easy for you, here are some tips for dealing with distress in a more productive, less reactive way:

1. Bring yourself to the here and now, observe your thoughts, your feelings, your breath.
2. Give yourself self encouraging, self soothing thoughts. Here’s a few:

This too shall pass.
It’s okay to feel like this sometimes.
I can take all the time I need.
I can choose to think something different.

3. Create a relaxation plan for yourself. Try incorporating all the senses, think of something to soothe your sense of smell, vision, hearing, taste, and touch. Think of things that help you feel connected or energized.

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Tip by Natalia Cantwell
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Simple 5 deep breaths in the morning can change your life. Physical and Emotional Benefits of Breath Meditation:

Reduces stress;
Lowers your heart rate;
Lowers your blood pressure;
Improves diabetic symptoms;
Reduces depression;
Better manages chronic pain;
Better regulates your body’s reaction to stress and fatigue;
Reduces the possibility of burnout for caregivers.

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