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FROM THE CEO/PUBLISHER

We are all so busy trying to lead full lives, but often, we are stretched too thin. For so many people these days, our lives are like a house of cards. We teeter along shakily, just barely managing to hold up our overwhelming pile of commitments and stressors. Sometimes it feels that if we try to put just one more card on top, the whole mess will come crashing down. We are all juggling too many competing priorities, have too many things to do with too little time, and virtually no time for ourselves.

So, how do we come back from burnout? How do we �nd that work/life balance we so desperately seek? It can be done.

All too often, we think that being mindful requires engaging in a special activity like meditation or yoga. Sure, those times in our day are really important, but there are lots of simple things you can do to be mindful all day long. Try these simple, practical and immediately applicable routines that can help you show up at your best and achieve their goals at work and at home. Here are a few exercises that are easy to do and will make a di�erence in being more mindful throughout the day:

1. Do some stretching and breathing right after you wake up in the morning: It will energize you and center you for the day ahead.

2. Write down your three top priorities for the day before you check your email: You’ll be a lot less likely to get caught up in mindless distractions

3. Listen to music that moves you instead of mindless chatter from the �at screen: Make a conscious choice to listen to tunes that nourish rather than deplete your mind and heart.

4. Slow down: If you take a moment to stop and smell the roses, you’ll have more appreciation for all the beauty and abundance that life has to o�er.

5. Stretch and move for at least �ve minutes every hour: Research shows that “sitting is the new smoking.” Get out of your chair regularly for your health and well-being.

Do something good for your physical, emotional, spiritual well-being every single day. If you don’t schedule time for yourself ahead of time, and guard this time as sacred, you may never �nd “spare time” to do it. When was the last time you had “free time”? This can be something small like spending a few minutes enjoying a cup of co�ee or catching up with a friend. Above all, you need to realize that you cannot do everything and be everything for everyone. It’s okay to let go of some of the tasks, so that you have time and energy to take care of what truly matters to you. I myself am guilty of getting into the day-to-day grind and forgetting people and things that are so vitally important to living a well rounded life.

I hope you will take pause to re�ect on some of the above. Wishing you the best New Year ever!

Until next time

Katherine PhelpsCEO and Publisher, Beautiful Media

Pictured with me is my daughter and assistant, Marise Gouthier

Mindfulness Tips for 2015 A Guide to Your Own Mental Makeover

CEO/Publisher Katherine Phelps

Assistant to the Publisher Marise Gouthier

Art Director Deborah Carson

Photography Paul Biagui and Albert Perez

Cover Photo Credit Bryan Kasm/HSN

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CRISTINA SARALEGUIRise Up & Shine!

LINDA BEZUIDENHOUTViva’s Designer of the Year

AUSTEN WILLIAMSFocused On Philanthropy

IN THIS ISSUE

7 MARLEM RIOSCorporate Success

8 JAYNE MCALLISTERTips for Staying Healthy on Business Trips

11 NELY GALÁNMoves Forward with Underwriting from the Coca-Cola Company

20 ANNY STERNViva’s Jewelery Designer of the Year

23 CYNTHIA BELMEROne Lebanese Woman’s Journey to Independence

26 10 Surprising Things That Age You

28 Dangerous Boobs

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M arlem is the Nuclear Financial Manager for Georgia Power Company. She leads a professional team of accountants/analysts in performing the daily tasks required to execute the �nancial governance programs for the Vogtle 3&4 Nuclear Project and she provides �nancial and accounting oversight to ensure Vogtle 3&4 costs

are accurately recorded on GPC books and reported to the Georgia Public Service Commission, Co-Owners and other stakeholders. Marlem has over 14 years of experience in accounting and �nance. She graduated from Russell Sage College with a Bachelor of Science in Accounting in December 1997.

Marlem is a co-founder and former President of the Georgia Power Business Resource Group, “Amigos”. She is also a former EVP for the National Society of Hispanic MBAs – Atlanta Chapter. Marlem has also developed strategic community partnerships with key organizations like Latin American Association, League of United Latin American Citizens, Hispanic Scholarship Fund, Latin American Chamber of Commerce and others. She represents Southern Company at the Congressional Hispanic Caucus Institute Conference in Washington, DC.

She is the recipient of several respected awards including the 2013 Georgia’s Latina Excellence Award that was given to her by the Latinos in Information Sciences and Technology Association. This award recognizes our nation’s most inspiring Hispanic tech and business women. In addition, Marlem is the recipient of the prestigious 2014 YWCA of Greater Atlanta’s Salute to Women of Achievement Award. Most recently, she has been honored with the Multicultural Leadership Award by the Georgia Diversity Council, recognizing minorities who have made a di�erence through their achievements and exemplify the ability to excel in their �eld.

Through these channels, Rios has been able to personally and professional invest herself in the Georgia community where her passion is helping and serving others.

Marlem RiosNuclear Financial Manager,

Georgia Power Company

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Tips for Staying Healthy on Business Trips

The U.S. Department of Transportation estimates that Americans make more than 405 million business trips each year. Whether these business trips are 250 miles from home, which is most common, or they are 1,000 miles or more from home, which accounts for about 7 percent of the trips,

it’s important that business travelers do all they can to remain healthy. The last thing that employers need is for those they send on trips to come back

home sick, creating a loss of productivity in the days that follow.

“It’s common for business travelers to come home feeling sick, stressed, or having gained weight during their trips,” explains Jayne McAllister, of Jayne

McAllister Travel Wellness. “That just adds to the cost of the business trip and results in less work being done. The good news is that much of this can actually be avoided.”

As a certi�ed coach and travel wellness expert, McAllister works with corporations to help ensure employee wellness during travel. Her programs have helped numerous companies reduce downtime and expenses that result from unhealthy employees returning from business trips.

“The few minutes it takes to plan ahead will pay o� in the time it can spare you from getting sick or becoming unhealthy,” adds McAllister. “Strive for health when you are not traveling, too. The healthier you are all the time the easier you will be able to maintain it during your trips.”

McAllister provides corporate wellness assistance to those companies with business travelers who spend 30 percent of their time, or more, on the road. She specializes in such training issues as weight loss for travelers, healthy eating while traveling, ergonomics for the traveler, functional exercise, jet lag recovery and avoidance, sleep quality, and nutritional cleanses. She has also created Dine Out Lose Weight, a 21-day guide for dropping weight without setting foot in the kitchen.

About Jayne McAllister Travel Wellness Based in Vero Beach, Fla., Jayne McAllister Travel Wellness is a company that provides corporate wellness training to business who have employees that spend a lot of their time on the road. Jayne is a certi�ed coach, who has a degree from the University of Cambridge, is a pilates instructor, and is a certi�ed holistic health practitioner. For more information visit the site at: www.jaynemcallister.com.

Source: U.S. Department of Transportation. U.S. Business Travel www.rita.dot.gov/bts/sites/rita.dot.gov.bts/�les/publications/america_on_the_go/us_business_travel/html/entire.html

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WATCH THE FOOD. It’s easy to grab things as you are walking through the airport, but they may be options that are loaded with fat and calories. Watch the snacks, opting for healthy choices even if you have to carry some fruit and nuts with you. Also, depending on where you go there may be some places where it’s safer to avoid raw foods, street vendor foods, and to also stick to factory bottled drinks.

PLAN AHEAD. Those who spend a good portion of their time traveling for business should plan ahead to ensure they remain healthy. They can scope out where they will stay, exercise, and even make a list of restaurants in the area o�ering healthy meal options.

SLEEP TIGHT. Getting proper rest is essential when it comes to stress reduction and helping to keep your immune system strong. Seek out comfortable accommodations and ask for extra linens if they are needed.

MIND THE GERMS. Frequent hand washing is going to be your best option for �ghting the germs. They are most commonly found on the plane tray tables, in the bathroom, and on the hotel room remote control. Consider taking a couple of antibacterial wipes to clean those things o� before using them.

CLEAR YOUR MIND. Business travel can be a cause for a lot of stress. Do something to help reduce the stress. In addition to the exercise, other good options include meditating, journaling, taking a walk, or reading.

STAY HYDRATED. Be sure to get enough water during travel. Your best bet is to take a bottle of water on the plane with you, but purchase it after you have already made it through the security gate. Even better, purchase a reusable bottle with a built-in �lter that you can use while traveling. Take it in empty, then when you get through security you can �ll it up at the fountain.

KEEP EXERCISING. Maintaining an exercise program prior to your travel will help you do better while traveling, too. During your traveling it is important that you still keep exercising. Look into the hotel gym, pool, nearby gym, or even consider going for a walk or jog around the area where you are staying.

TIPS THAT CAN HELP KEEP YOU HEALTHIER WHILE TRAVELING

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More and more people, especially women, are realizing that entrepreneurship may

hold the key to career ful�llment and future �nancial security. Nely Galán, self-made media mogul, real estate executive and women's empowerment advocate, joined Dr. Yvonne Doll, faculty member in the Doctor of Business Administration (D.B.A.) program at Walden University, and presented a free, one-hour webinar, “Top 10 Questions to Consider Before Starting Your Own Business,” on Thursday, Nov. 6. The webinar, sponsored by Walden's School of Management and The Adelante Movement, a grassroots initiative sponsored by Coca-Cola that empowers Latinas �nancially and entrepreneurially in the U.S., will provide tips and best practices for starting and growing a business in today's marketplace.

Galán and Dr. Doll shared their inspirational stories while exploring key considerations of starting and running a business. Participants learned how to decide whether owning a business �ts their lifestyle and passions, determined a market need for their product or service, de�ned their target customers and evaluated the competitive landscape. In addition, the webinar covered the concept of writing a business plan and identifying sources to help with start-up costs.

“To be a business owner, you have to be motivated by the desire to have your work amount to something that is truly yours,” said Galán. “Entrepreneurs are seekers who want to learn and want to grow. Higher education plays an important role in helping to transform opportunities for women and men who aspire to become business owners, by arming them with additional knowledge and resources that will help them become more successful.”

Galán, a �rst-generation immigrant, was the �rst Latina president of the Telemundo television network. She is an Emmy Award-winning producer of more than 600 television episodes in Spanish and English, including the FOX reality series “The Swan.” Galán appeared on NBC's “The Celebrity Apprentice” with Donald Trump and has presented on “The View” as a guest expert. She is also founder of The Adelante Movement, a grassroots initiative that unites and supports Latinas socially, economically and politically in the U.S.

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About The Adelante Movement The Adelante Movement (Move Forward!), founded by Nely Galán, empowers Latinas �nancially and entrepreneurially in the U.S. It encourages Latinas to play a leading role in American society, economics and politics and become an integral part of the national conversation in order to provide their children with the future they deserve as active citizens of this country. The Adelante Movement o�ers a series of empowerment conferences, supported by a digital community, presented by The Coca-Cola Company, that inform, mentor and inspire Latinas to take action. For more information, visit www.theadelantemovement.com

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Austen WilliamsFocused On PhilanthropyA usten Williams and S.H.A.R.E.

Together have partnered to bring awareness and hope to the world’s second largest grossing crime,

human tra�cking. The two have combined forces to start conversations and raise funds by promoting 8 DAYS, a feature �lm that depicts a story of modern day slavery inspired by actual events. 8 DAYS calls attention to the reality of domestic human tra�cking in the United States and encourages honest conversations essential for the prevention and termination of human tra�cking.

“Human tra�cking is so often viewed as someone else’s problem, but it is our children, our daughters, sons, sisters, mothers, fathers, and brothers that are being sold as slaves in the modern world,” said Austen Williams, Mrs. America 2014. “Everyone can and should have a part in the �ght. We all have di�erent talents, gifts, and abilities and if we ban together we can change the way people view this problem. We are working to equip people with the knowledge and skills to deter violence and poverty, which so often makes victims vulnerable to tra�cking, and ultimately serve the least of these and put an end to one of the most horri�c crimes in humanity.”

S.H.A.R.E. Together partnered with After Eden Pictures to produce the 8 DAYS �lm (www.�ndamber.com ), in which Williams has a supporting role. All proceeds from the 8 DAYS �lm will go toward the building of safe houses for rescued victims of tra�cking, as well as donations to various organizations that work directly with survivors, victims, and advocates.

“My part in the �ght is using my voice as Mrs. America 2014 to talk about my platform, ‘Shake the Shackles: Human Tra�cking Awareness’,” continues Williams. “I want to use my experience as a model and actress to shed light on this darkness and that is why I am so glad to have been cast in the �lm, 8 DAYS,” adds Williams.

Photo Credit: Jonathan Carter, Carter Studios

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VIVA

How long have you been doing the pageant circuit?

AustenI competed in my �rst pageant almost 14 years ago at 16. I competed in a local pageant leading to Miss South Carolina Teen USA. I won the local title and the title of Miss South Carolina Teen USA 2002 later that year. I did a handful of pageants in Miss, and then I did Mrs. Texas, won that, and the rest is history. Well, except for Mrs. World, which is in November.

VIVA

Who are your mentors?

AustenDr. Teri Stovall, Dean of Women's Programs, Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary

Harriet Watkins, Director of Online Learning, University of Arkansas System

Derozette Banks, Co-Pastor, Overcomer Covenant Church

Liz Glover, Founder and President, The Jubilee Market

VIVA

What is the most valuable life lesson you have learned along the way?

Austen“Be who you are. Own it. Love it.” and “Be better today than you were yesterday, and better tomorrow than you are today.”

VIVA

What is your motto or words to live by?

Austen“Love God and love people and all your dreams will come true.”

VIVA

If you could give one piece of advice to young women... all women... what would that be?

Austen“You don't have to be perfect, It's okay to be broken, and God loves you as you are.” We live in a culture that tells us that we need to be perfect, that perfection does not include having “stu�” or being broken, and that who we are is NOT good enough. The thing is, that's just not true. No one is perfect, and everyone has “stu�”. Striving for perfection is an unattainable goal that will not edify you or those around you. It is when we realize that in our brokenness we can be used for encouragement and we can see beauty for ashes. God's work is made perfect in us when we are weak... and who we were made to be is great. Do your best, be gracious to yourself, love people, and keep moving forward.

VIVA

What's the best piece of advice you've ever been given and from whom?

Austen “Keep the �rst things �rst.” -Michael Callegan

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VIVA

Can you please elaborate a bit about your various charities and philanthropic endeavors?

AustenThough I made over 80 philanthropic appearances as Mrs. America 2014, my heart lies with those events and appearances that allowed me to talk about the realities of human tra�cking. My platform this year is “Shake the Shackles: Human Tra�cking Awareness,” and that is exactly what I have set out to do, help people who live in bondage shake the shackles of modern day slavery, and encourage others to join the �ght.

One of the primary ways I’ve been able to talk about human tra�cking is through the promotion of the 8 DAYS �lm, which depicts the modern day slavery story of a teenage girl who was sold into human sex tra�cking. Talking about 8 DAYS, which is based on actual events, has given me such a unique way to make a di�cult topic come to life. What is even more amazing is that the proceeds from the 8 DAYS �lm is going toward the building of safe houses and support for organizations that serve and advocate on behalf of victims and survivors.

I’m called the warrior queen. I’m a �ghter. I �ght for those who cannot �ght for themselves. I �ght for those who do not realize they’re worth �ghting for. Each one matters, and it is not because I have anything to do with it. It is because people are worth �ghting for.

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CLOSING STATEMENTS ON SUCCESS

Everyone has at least one thing that

they’re good at. It is the one thing that

they were created to do, and if we each do that one thing, that

can be the one thing that can change the course of

history for another person. That one thing could be the link in the

chain that can end human trafficking.

Success is when you can look back at your

life and know that

you’ve done all can with what you’ve been

given. Let’s do our best to serve the rest.

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So�a Vergara has covered a variety of magazine covers, been nominated for multiple awards, and is the ‘Highest Paid TV Actor’ according to Forbes. This spring she added yet another moniker to her long list of accolades... “fragrance designer” as she promotes her debut fragrance, So�a by So�a Vergara, Viva Internationale's choice for “Fragrance Of The Year.”

We chatted with the Colombian bombshell who is also the spokesperson for COVERGIRL, Diet Pepsi, and Head and Shoulders, about her latest venture.

VIVA INTERNATIONALE'SFRAGRANCE OF THE YEAR

The Eau de Parfum retails for $55 (100ml), $48 (50ml) and a Shimmer Body Lotion for $30.

What type of woman wears Sofia by Sofia Vergara?

“She could be a student, a busy stay at home mom, or a career woman — it’s for every woman who loves being a woman.”

Could this perfume help someone attract a new partner?

“I hope it will. I created the fragrance hoping to help women feel their best — glam, irresistible, sexy — and I hope it will make them feel more con�dent in everything they do.”

Describe the fragrance please?

So�a’s notes of blackberry, sparkling cassis buds, plum, purple violet, Colombian Rose and Colombian Orchid (nod to my heritage and named for my mother) are right on trend. Notes of earthy woods, vanilla and sandalwood are at the base. Sophisticatedly SEXY!

You’ve become a trusted source for beauty products. What’s next?

“I only focus on products that are very important to me. I’m starting to work on my �ne jewelry collection—I love jewelry!”

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Linda BezuidenhoutViva’s Designer of the Year

From TV and Movies, Runway to Haute Couture Creations for the Rich and Famous

Linda Bezuidenhout (LB) is an internationally renowned fashion designer based in Atlanta, GA, USA. Linda has been involved in fashion industry for over 20 years, in Africa, Europe and the USA. The LB line is in�uenced by a wide range of world fashion, cultures and trends.

Linda comes from a Dutch-Tanzanian background and has been in�uenced with fashion since the age of 8 when she used to insist on designing her own holiday & special occasion clothes and have local tailors sew the dresses. As a teenager she lived in several di�erent countries in Europe which developed her fashion vision and exposure. In her 20’s she moved back to Africa (Tanzania) and continued contributing to the fashion scene there as a top beautician with involvement in various beauty pageants in conjunction with some of the top African female singers such as M’bilia Bel & Vivic Motuwa. In her late 20’s she moved to USA and got involved in the men’s world of fashion as well and owned several menswear stores in di�erent malls in the US.

To Linda...Fashion is a PASSION and not just a business. She enjoys designing and creating unique and chic styles. She is a fashion designer (couturier) that gets involved fully in the whole process of creating the dress from concept to material choice and the dressmaking so the �nal product comes out exactly as she visualized it.

The LB line is for the modern, elegant and con�dent woman who also appreciates quality and uniqueness. An LB dress will always be noticed every time you make an entrance because of its unique design and feel. LB dresses are alluring, intriguing and captivating.

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If off-the-rack items are not your thing, then the LB Collection is for you.“ If off-the-rack items“ If off-the-rack items

” is for you.” is for you.

Model Jennifer V. Wilson

Location Georgian Terrace Hotel Atlanta

Photography by Andrew Walker and Jared Zem

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Anny SternViva’s Jewelery Designer of the Year

ABOUT ANNY STERN:

Anny Stern grew up in Brazil, where she was surrounded by the beauty and vast variety of semi-precious stones. These vibrant and energetic stones are natural to the area, and have been fascinating her for years. She remembers recognizing the stones by their names on the jewelry stores since she was a young girl. ANNY STERN™ Fashion Jewelry is showcased at prestigious locations and very high end boutiques. She designs her pieces in hopes that customers will enjoy wearing them as much as she enjoys making them. Each stone is chosen with love; Anny Stern can feel that the stones talk to her like they know what they want to be.

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Anny Stern, a high-end fashion jewelry collection that o�ers hand-crafted, simple statement pieces for the trendy fashionista. Drawing inspiration from her Brazilian heritage, Anny Stern incorporates interesting stones with bright color palettes, and designs into her pieces.

Each piece is hand-picked and carefully inspected insuring that every stone is of the best quality. Materials used are Abalone-Green-Fresh-Water-Pearls, Biwa Pearls, aqua, aventurine, coral, quartz, and citrine.

Materials used are semi-precious stones, 18k gold �lled, sterling silver, and other unique elements that catch Anny’s eyes.

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Cynthia BelmerOne Lebanese Woman’s Journey to Independence

E veryone has their own demons to conquer, and it's how we choose to deal with these obstacles that oftentimes de�ne other parts of our lives.

Meet Cynthia Belmer whose latest book, Meeting Freedom: How I Let Go of Who I Thought I Should Be and Revealed My Authentic, Unstoppable Self, recently became a #1 bestseller on Amazon.

Belmer was the �rst of the women in her family to leave Lebanon, in search of her own personal truth and dreams. She shows us that through the power of love that is already within us, we can grow and seek our own freedom.

Meeting Freedom allows readers to walk side-by-side with Belmer as she faces her fears head-on. Judgment, rejection, loneliness, �nancial struggles…her worries covered a wide array of areas of her life. Using her experience as a life coach, Belmer not only shares her own struggles in the most vulnerable narrative, but also o�ers tools to help readers understand and move on from their life's disappointments and challenges.

“Through my own re�ections, my hardships and ambitions are all documented,” says Belmer. “My hope is that Meeting Freedom allows readers to re�ect on their own fears and dreams and break free from their own struggles.”

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Viva took time to dialogue with Ms. Belmer and find out more about her personally.Why did you I move to the U.S.?

I moved to �nish my masters degree but deep down, i was searching for myself. I knew deep down there was so much more to life than living in a society that’s based on appearances and I desired to connect with my true voice and my own truth.

What was life like in Lebanon growing up?

It felt so safe, homey and sweet. I enjoyed being with my immediate family as well as enjoying daily activities with my own community.

Who or what have been the biggest inspirations in your life?

In the physical level, i would the love that my family has for each other, Marianne Williamson, Pema Chodron, Tony Robbins and Buron Katie. On a spiritual level, Jesus and Buddha.

What are the biggest hurdles you have encountered?

Facing social judgment after escaping Lebanon and falling in love with someone who triggered a lot of the shame I felt from my past. Another big hurdle i encountered was detaching my identity from my work and the material world. Realizing that nothing in the physical world could really de�ne my spirit.

What are some of the lessons you’ve learned through hardships?

I learned to fall in love with my past and keep reminding myself that my truth is nothing but love and every time I surrender to my fears, doubt, negative emotions, I create more separation and rejection to love. This obviously, take a lot of practice but I also would love to invite everyone to practice putting their faith in love instead of fear.

What is the best piece of advice you’ve ever received?

A stop putting myself in a box because it doesn’t serve anyone, including myself.

BOOK REVIEWSusan Gonzalez, BSN, author, public speaker: “Cynthia's story is thought provoking and her words are inspiring to the heart. This book is a great reminder to explore our journey to self-love and let go of what cripples us most like the fear of being judged.”

Florence Strang, B.A., B.Ed., M.Ed., registered psychologist, author, public speaker: “As a Psychologist, I am in awe of the open and vulnerable manner in which Cynthia presents herself in this story. It is a great illustration that all humans have the same fears, regardless of our successes, past experiences or history. Overall, a great read which I would highly recommend, especially for ambitious women!”

Mara Anthony, Amazon reviewer: “As a woman who is also looking for her own personal freedom and overall purpose – I really got so much from reading this book. The way Cynthia unveils her story without any inhibitions, gives the reader permission to explore her own vulnerability and what that means to her.”

Cynthia Belmer wears many hats. She’s a bestselling author, inspirational speaker, relationship coach and entrepreneur. Her work is regularly featured in MindBodyGreen, SelfGrowth, Om-Times and Elephant Journal. She currently resides in Atlanta.

For more information, please visit http://www.cynthiabelmer.com/meetingfreedombook/

Available on Amazon.com. Publisher: Hummingbird • ISBN-10: 0615932312 • ISBN-13: 978-0615932316

work is regularly featured in MindBodyGreen, SelfGrowth, Om-Times and Elephant Journal. She currently resides in Atlanta.

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HEALTH & WELLNESS

10 SURPRISING THINGS THATage you

1. EATING TOO MUCH SODIUM. Excess sodium in your diet can suck the moisture out of skin, leaving it dry and dull. To avoid this, cut back on salty treats and invest in a hydrating facial moisturizer.

2. FACIAL EXPRESSIONS. Every time you move that beautiful face, your skin wrinkles a little bit. Most of the time your face bounces back and those little wrinkles disappear once new skin cells grow.

3. CENTRAL HEATING. Many of us spend a fortune on anti-aging skin products, yet we may regularly accelerate skin aging without even being aware of it. The central heating and air conditioning systems that many of us use at home and at work can severely dry out skin, leading to premature aging and wrinkles. To help keep skin youthful and soft, try turning down the heating and wearing more layers to stay warm. Keeping a glass of water in the room can also increase humidity, while wearing a protective face cream can help relieve dryness.

4. SOAP. While you may think that soap is your skin’s best friend, this is actually not the case. The reason for this is that your skin has an acid mantle which is a natural protective barrier of the skin. When you wash with soap – which is generally alkaline – it can remove this protective layer of oils and dry out the skin, eventually leading to wrinkles. While it is not advisable to stop washing entirely, try swapping the soap for a PH-neutral and chemical-free cleanser, and bear in mind that there is such a thing as over-cleansing your skin.

Most of us know skincare basics. We understand that sun, cigarettes, and too much alcohol can contribute to premature aging. La Jolla, California board certi�ed dermatologist Dr. Susan Stuart reveals there are lesser known “evils” that can propel the aging process.

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5. YOUR PILLOWCASE. You may think you’re indulging in a bit of beauty sleep when you hit the hay at night; however the opposite could in fact be true. If you regularly sleep with the same side of your face pressed against a cotton pillow case this may cause creases on the skin which can eventually turn to �ne lines and wrinkles. To help stay youthful overnight try sleeping on your back instead, or switch to a silk or satin pillowcase to create less compression wrinkles and help maintain skin’s moisture levels.

6. NOT REMEMBERING YOUR LIPS. Three-to-�ve cellular layers of skin rest upon your lips, so it's important that your beauty regime includes them too. Frequently having dry, chapped lips causes them to age faster. Look for lipsticks and lip balm that contain petrolatum, dimethicone, and glycerine to help keep your smackers hydrated.

7. DRINKING FROM BOTTLES AND THROUGH STRAWS. It may be hard to believe but, yes, the puckering process of drinking from a bottle or through a straw. Just like any repeated muscle motion this can lead to �ne lines and wrinkles around the mouth. Face cream can help. But dermatologists tell those who are prone to �ne lines and wrinkles around the mouth to avoid straws altogether.

8. DRINKING COFFEE. Ca�eine is a major culprit when it comes to dry skin and the magni�cation of wrinkles. Quench skin by drinking lots of water. Add fruit slices like orange or lemon to enhance the �avor.

9. NOT DRINKING ENOUGH WATER. Hydrating yourself daily will not only help to �ght o� aging, but also give your skin a healthy glow. Skip the water and you’ll be stuck with rough and 'shrunken' skin.

10. SLOUCHING AT WORK. How often do you �nd yourself slumped over your desk, hand propped beneath your chin? If the answer is a lot, decreased back and neck pain aren’t the only reasons to sit up straight. “Extreme extension or �exing of the neck from leaning on your chin can stretch the skin there, leading to wrinkling and sagging,” says Dr. Stuart. Looking down for prolonged periods of time while texting or reading may cause or worsen the same damage.

Introducing Marini Juveneck: Jan Marini Skin Research’s Latest InnovationMarini Juveneck is a revolutionary anti-aging neck cream speci�cally formulated for the delicate neck area. This powerful formula with multiple potent anti-aging and skin nourishing ingredients o�ers dramatic rejuvenating bene�ts. Clinically proven to reduce the appearance of wrinkles and creases, re�ne skin texture and increase hydration to restore a more youthful appearance.

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According to a new MarketsandMarkets report, the global breast imaging technologies market is expected to reach $3 billion by 2019 at a compound annual growth rate of 8.1 percent. And, while new ultrasound technology exists for early stage breast cancer detection, consumer awareness is little to none.

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Dangerous Boobs Tour – Movement

Women everywhere need to know that if they have dense breast tissue, mammograms aren’t enough. In response, three women, Heather Reimer, founder of “Each One, Tell One” Wendy Damonte and Chiqeeta Jameson launched the Dangerous Boobs Tour to educate women about the importance of knowing that mammography is not enough for women with dense-breast tissue. They need an additional screening such as ultrasound or MRI to detect what mammography misses in that tissue type. The tour’s mantra “each one, tell one” is meant to inspire women to learn about their own breast density and, in turn, educate friends and loved ones. Reimer, Damonte and Jameson have all been impacted by dense-breast tissue. Jameson and Reimer are dense-breasted cancer survivors whose cancers were missed by mammography but were later detected through ultrasound and SonoCiné AWBUS (Automated Whole Breast Ultrasound).

American author, journalist and TV host Joan Lunden was recently interviewed on Good Morning America and announced to the world she has breast cancer. She went on to share that she has dense breast tissue and was thankful for new ultrasound testing, which is what detected her tumor. Called the SonoCiné AWBUS™ (Automated Whole Breast Ultrasound) examinations, the technology, detects 1 in 100 with the average size being 7 mm. That is less than the size of a marble and all were undetectable by mammography. This type of early detection typically means a woman does not need to undergo chemotherapy. This ultrasound technology is speci�cally designed to detect small invasive breast cancers in women with dense-breasts and in women with breast implants, these are often missed by traditional mammography.

The facts are alarming:

• 40% of women have dense-breast tissue (DBT) and the 4.5 million women with cosmetic breast implants — mammograms often miss early stage breast tumors.

• 70% of all breast cancer occur in women with dense breast tissue and 50% of breast cancer is missed by mammography in women with DBT.

• About 1 in 300 who receive a normal mammogram have actually a detectable breast cancer found when using ultrasound or MRI.

NEW TECHNOLOGY DETECTING HARD TO FIND CANCER IN WOMEN WITH DENSE BREAST TISSUE

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NO TIME FOR THE GYM?

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A super e�ective way to deliver potent botanicals directly to the skin! Absolutely the best sheet masks we’ve tried, using only the highest quality natural ingredients and materials. All BioRepublic SkinCare products are formulated without Parabens, Sulfates, or Pthalates, never tested on animals. 100% biodegradable. Choose from Pomegranate Crush, Green Tea Detox, Cucumber Breeze or Aloe Rescue. 100% money back guarantee on all products ordered through the web store at www.biorepublic.com.

The New Pink Water Flosser From The Aquarius™ Designer Series

“Many Americans are obsessed with showing o� white teeth yet more than 50 percent of the U.S. population lives with some form of gum disease. Brushing alone is just not enough. People need to act quickly if they want to keep their teeth,” said Suzanne Carranza, Senior Marketing Manager for Consumer Oral Health at Water Pik.

The Waterpik® Water Flosser is the easy and most e�ective way to �oss! It takes just a minute a day for healthier gums and a brighter smile! It’s clinically proven to be up to 50 percent more e�ective than traditional string �oss for improving gum health, removes up to 99.9% of plaque from treated areas, cleans 3 times deeper than regular brushing and �ossing, and removes hard-to-reach bacteria and food debris that cause bad breath.

The stylish Designer Aquarius™ Water Flosser features a pink and satin chrome �nish, 10 pressure settings for personalized control, and a water on/o� switch built into the handle that eliminates mess. Seven �ossing tips are included, along with a storage case, and the water reservoir has a generous 90 seconds of water capacity for a fully satisfying hygiene experience.

The pink Aquarius™ Water Flosser is available online at www.waterpik.com/designer and retails for $89.99.

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CRISTINA SARALEGUI, chosen by Time magazine as one the “25 Most Influential Hispanics in America,” was the host and executive producer of The Cristina Show during its twenty-one-year-long run. Her show won twelve Emmys and she has become the voice and platform for millions of Hispanics around the country. She lives in Miami with her husband and family.

For more information you can follow Cristina on Facebook: www.facebook.com/CristinaSaralegui and on Twitter; @CristinaOpina.

“To get to where I am today, I had to endure tremendous blows, but rather than giving up with every fall, I decided to hold my head up high and continue to rise up and shine.” —Cristina

Powerful lessons and advice by media and business mogul, Cristina Saralegui.

Cristina Saralegui, hailed as the queen of Latin media, opens up like never before in Rise Up & Shine! (Celebra Trade; October 28, 2014; $18.00). Channeling the same soul-baring, groundbreaking and empowering style that captivated her celebrity guests and millions of viewers for decades, Cristina o�ers smart, real-life advice and lessons that have made her the powerhouse she is today.

For more than two decades Cristina was the host and executive producer of “The Cristina Show” one of the highest rated programs on Spanish-language television. Cristina was named one of the “25 Most In�uential Hispanics in America” by Time and was the �rst Spanish-language television personality to receive a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame and the �rst Latina to be inducted into the Broadcasting & Cable Hall of Fame where she joins such television legends as Walter Cronkite, Barbara Walters and Johnny Carson.

But “having it all” hasn’t always come easy for Cristina. In Rise Up & Shine!, Cristina doesn’t just reveal the secrets behind her success. She also shares personal, hard-won lessons that have helped her through life’s most di�cult moments, like the cancellation of her Univision talk show after twenty-one years of dedicated work and her son’s life-threatening battle with bipolar disorder.

About Rise Up & Shine!

Cristina said; “This book is for the woman who struggles to support her family and needs to learn how to stop being invisible; the one who deserves a raise, but doesn’t know how to ask for it; the one who desires long-lasting love, but needs to learn how to choose the right life partner; the one who wants a family, but is not willing to give up her ambitions; the one who still does not know what she’s worth and must learn how to toot her own horn. In these pages, I share with you my secrets not only to help you reach your goals, but also to inspire and unify women across generations to be stronger and more capable of conquering whatever we set our minds to.”

GOOD READSRise Up & Shine! by Cristina Saralegui

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Tobias TerriLLCEO/FOUNDER

Tobias Terrill featuring RunwayInk, present’s a runway show during Black History Month on National Black HIV/AIDS Awareness Day to shed light on the growing epidemic in the community. Tobias Terrill, celebrity wardrobe st list has een an influential tool in the Atlanta

ashion Industry especially with highlighting HIV/AIDS Awareness through fashion. His past production, Walking Positively In Style’ was a major success. Several of the most premiere designers showcased, and the was on fire with some of the most Elite models of different known agencies. Now, moving forward Tobias Terrill is keeping up the movement. RunwayInk is a major fashion production house in the fashion industry and the brand has signed on board to

Mission of No More Blinders: We are a non-profit organization dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for persons infected or affected by HIV/AIDS through teaching education and awareness. We provide quality services and resources to individuals and families that are affected by HIV/AIDS.

INFORMATIONOur goal is to feature multiple individuals from various industries that identify with our mission. HIV/AIDS is not respective to race, gender, culture, sexual preference, economic status or anything else. It is literally “blind” to all of these facts. To have high profile indviduals, who is admired, trusted and respected in the public’s eyes help contribute in a major way, by bringing in high profile individuals that would be interested in speaking on HIV/AIDS may just prevent someone from further engaging in risky behavior and help stop the spread of this disease. We can possibly save lives by joining together in the fight against the spread of HIV/AIDS. Raising awareness is about education, empowerment and togetherness for the bettering of the people. No More Blinders is looking to do exactly that with its campaign.

Overview of NMB:We make it our goal to be the best starting point for someone looking for AIDS information in the world. Our intent is that patients be directed to the best information on the topic they’re investigating. We bring people together to share knowledge and experiences. We also provide the very best AIDS education from medical professionals, allowing doctors in rural and isolated areas to better serve AIDS patients.

Additionally, NMB goal every year is to get in thousands of young people under the age of 25, by making us an important resource.

The event is schedule to be held on

April 4, 2015 (National Black HIV/AIDS Awareness Day)

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Loft @ Castleberry Hills hosted by Atlanta’s hottest entertainers, Janet Jackson (ATL Boss Chix), Powerful keynote speaker Kecia Johnson, Guest speaker Author Shakisha

Edness, celebrity guests and Elite entrepreneurs & shakers of Atlanta.

- Red-carpet & Press 5:00pm to 6:00pm

- General Admission (Silent Auction) 6:00pm to 7:00pm

- Actual Show 7:30pm to 8:15pm

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If you’re looking for a career move that can make a real difference, consider Southern Company. Think about the fact that Southern Company is on the leading edge of researching and developing innovative ways to provide customers with clean, safe, reliable, affordable energy. Think about joining a company that values a culture of diversity and teamwork, where you have the opportunity to grow and develop professionally. Think about Southern Company, where Energy, Innovation and Opportunity meet.

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