Dear Dorothy, I am in my late twenties and have been working in a stable office job for a few years now. I enjoy what I do, but I worry about my financial future. Everywhere I read, it seems people get wealthy by starting their own businesses or investing. I am loyal and hardworking, but I am starting to wonder if I can ever become truly wealthy working for someone else. Is it even possible to reach financial freedom this way, or am I wasting my time? Signed, Peggy Dear Peggy, Thank you for your question. The short answer is…
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Before you say a single word, you have already introduced yourself. In a room full of strangers, at a networking event, in church, at a job interview, or even while stepping into a lift, people are forming quiet impressions. These early observations are often subtle, sometimes unfair, but almost always powerful. Here are some of the things people notice about you before you even begin to speak. Your posture The way you carry your body speaks volumes. Standing upright suggests confidence and self-assurance. Slouched shoulders can signal discomfort, tiredness or low confidence. Even the pace at which you walk into…
Love in marriage is not only about how deeply you feel. It is about how clearly your partner experiences what you feel. Many couples genuinely care for each other, yet frustration creeps in because their expressions of love do not always land as intended. What feels generous to one person may feel ordinary to another. The idea of love languages, introduced by Gary Chapman in The Five Love Languages, explains why this happens. According to Chapman, most people lean towards one or two dominant ways of receiving love. When you understand your spouse’s primary love language, you begin to speak…
Success is often misunderstood, especially when it comes to accomplished women. From the outside, it may look like glamour, wealth or endless applause. In reality, many successful women define achievement by what it is not. Stripped of illusion and pressure, success becomes less about performance and more about purpose, balance and self-respect. Here is what success does not look like for this set of women: Success is not perfectionSuccessful women are not flawless. They make mistakes, misjudge situations and sometimes fail publicly. What separates them is not perfection but accountability and growth. They allow themselves to be human while striving…
Readings: Genesis 2:7-9; 3:1-7; Psalm 51; Romans 5:12-19; Matthew 4:1-11 Grace and peace to you, dear brothers and sisters in Christ. Today is the First Sunday of Lent, Year A. On this First Sunday of Lent, the Church takes us on a journey from a garden to a desert, from the fall of Adam to the victory of Christ, from disobedience to obedience. In the garden, Adam was surrounded by abundance. Jesus in the desert was surrounded by emptiness. Adam had every tree to eat from; Jesus had nothing. Yet, Adam failed and fell, and Jesus triumphed. This is not…
The idea of altering one’s appearance is no longer whispered about in private clinics or hidden behind oversized sunglasses. Cosmetic procedures have become mainstream, discussed openly on social media and endorsed by influencers and celebrities alike. Yet behind the polished before-and-after photographs lies a serious medical decision that deserves calm thought rather than impulse. First, be clear about your motivation. Are you considering surgery because you genuinely want a change, or because you feel pressured by trends, partners or online comparisons? Procedures such as rhinoplasty, liposuction and breast augmentation can reshape features, but they cannot repair low self-esteem or mend…
A public wedding has its own theatre. Unlike a private ceremony tucked away in a quiet garden or hall, a public wedding unfolds in open view. It may take place in a bustling church, a community square, a grand cathedral or even along a busy beachfront. There is beauty in that openness. There is also a risk. If you are planning to say your vows in a space where strangers can watch, wander through or record, it pays to be thoughtful. Here are the essential dos and don’ts to guide you. Do secure proper permissions Whether your ceremony is set…
Yet again, we went down the streets of Instagram on a search and we came out with the best looks. As long as it is trendy, stylish and has a ‘vibe’, you get to see it here. Check them out: https://www.instagram.com/p/DU_wakijBOx/?img_index=1 https://www.instagram.com/p/DUVE10kjUX8/?img_index=1 https://www.instagram.com/p/DQmpwa-DK6J/?img_index=1 https://www.instagram.com/p/DUyfSjvDfrx/?img_index=1 https://www.instagram.com/p/DS7T754DNSZ/ https://www.instagram.com/p/DUtVT4cCO89/?img_index=1 https://www.instagram.com/p/DULUyv3jZWD/?img_index=1 https://www.instagram.com/p/DO5c5mPitgN/?img_index=1
Traditional and Contemporary are about the latest fashion styles. From Ankara to lace, these fashion styles are laced with a touch of class, elegance and grace. They are deviations from the everyday fashion you are used to. The dramatic sleeves, edgy slits, unique designs and exquisite tailoring add up to make our catalogue a must-see. We curated the best Ankara and lace styles for you, our Pride Woman, who is a symbol of sophistication (and you can take that to the bank). Take a look below:
Yellow is not a shy colour. It arrives before you do. It catches the light, commands attention and refuses to apologise. For the African woman, yellow carries even deeper meaning. It reflects our sun, our soil, our markets, our celebrations and our resilience. Worn well, it is not loud. It is luminous. Here is your guide to wearing yellow with confidence and elegance. Understand the shade that suits you Yellow is not one colour. It ranges from soft butter tones to deep mustard and rich marigold. The key is finding the shade that complements your skin tone. Women with deep…