Ariana Oluwole
Ariana Oluwole is an executive coach, holistic educator, and Multipotentialite Entrepreneur. Her flagship coaching program 'Live and Lead Your Best Life' provides holistic strategies for Africans, the diaspora, and professionals navigating multiple cultures and teams. When she is not Empowering People, Teams & Systems to Thrive. Queen A can be found speaking to plants with a nice cup of tea.
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HOW TO MAKE 2019 YOUR YEAR OF MANIFESTATIONS.
Towards the end of the year and at the very beginning of a new year we have a mighty rush of emotions, all kinds of joy, happiness, sorrow and depression washing through humans who are either tired of underachieving or overwhelmed with the weight of the responsibilities of their achievements. What most of these people have in common is being unaware of the streams of potential that they possess and how they can channel their life and it’s happening like a stage director does to a play. While this might seem daunting to the beginner or unimaginable for the realist. It is POSSIBLE to create a map of your life…
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5 SECRETS TO LOOKING GOOD THIS CHRISTMAS AND BEYOND
Bring on the laughter, the joy and the good cheer. I am in love with the festivities of the season, we get to catch up with old friends and reconnect with family. I love dressing up, the free flow of conversation and not having to go to work the next day (well for most people). It’s always intriguing to see the large piles of food and the variety at each and every function. Is it that we save all the chicken, fish, goats, vegetables and fruits all year just for the holidays? I wonder. I find myself putting on a few kilograms at the start of the year (the haters…
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BRUSSELS AIRLINES WORK IN SIERRA LEONE GOES BEYOND THE EXTRA SMILE.
A few weeks back as we commemorated the end of Ebola (according to World Health Organisation on November 7th 2015, all known chains of transmission of Ebola in Sierra Leone were stopped). My memory was triggered by the challenging time that we went through as a nation. I decided to look back to see if there were any positive recollections that we could perhaps take forward into the future. This birthed the blog series ‘Joy cometh in the morning ‘; it’s intended to walk you through stories of resilient organisations and individuals working in Sierra Leone who recognise the power of engaging people positively. Part 1 starts in the…
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MABINTY N’KAMA SANKOH: BUSINESS SUCCESS FOR ME IS CUSTOMER SATISFACTION.
This week is all about global entrepreneurship and we are looking at an entrepreneur, who is bridging the gap between continents. She utilizes fashion and technology by running an online fashion boutique. Mabinty N’Kama Sankoh’s good eye for fashion inspires the pieces she sells. She has always loved styling herself and found a greater pleasure in helping others do the same. This hobby has now turned into her side-hustle. Her passion for fashion has led her into finding a solution for the everyday woman, who wants to look classy, stylish and unique without breaking the bank. Her online shop borders between urban chic to glamour girl look, with dresses and…
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4 POTTY TRAINING HACKS THAT WILL RESTORE YOUR SANITY
Dear Reader, Am I allowed to say that potty training is high up on the list of every parent’s worst nightmare. I have gotten endless questions as to what the best method is. People are increasingly frustrated when it doesn’t go as well as they expect. The children become unhappy with the process. The whole family is weighed down by it all. In between old wife’s tales and science we have tons of information on potty training, sometimes leaving us more confused. I have decided to share a bit of what I have learnt because my anchor job as a caregiver to children has blessed me with thousands of poop…
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EVELYN LEIGH PINDURA: RESTORING HOPE TO THE VOICELESS
Her parents got separated when she was only seven years old. Prior to this she witnessed a lot of violence. Her dad abused her mama physically as well as emotionally. Her mother escaped from it and the violence was re-directed to her and her brother. This experience affected her emotionally. As a result, she developed poor self-esteem, she was afraid to speak out in public in case she said the wrong words. She suffered from anorexia because she was nervous most of the time; as her dad was an alcoholic, with unpredictable mood swings’. Unfortunately, this narrative is becoming more and more popular in our communities, a lot of us…
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5 TIPS ON HOW TO BEAT STRESS ON A LOW BUDGET
Ever since I became a mother with portfolio careers. The pressure to achieve perfection mounted. It’s interesting how we work hard to improve our lifestyle but leave the body and mind in a state of neglect. We upgrade our wardrobe but forget that our bodies need pampering and downtime to recharge. Before incorporating a change in my routine, I would often find myself tired and burn out. This led to periods of frustration and discontent. Then self-care stopped being a one-off thing. In the past, I would often save up for a spa- day or a solo retreat at a fancy resort or just find ways to have a stay cation.…
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60 SECONDS WITH CAMAREH SARAH KAMARA
A few weeks ago, Sierra Leoneans were held together by a force stronger than tribe and political lines. For the first time ever, Sierra Leone had its own taste of reality television in the BIG SISTER SIERRA LEONE show, it was produced by Zainab Sheriff a renowned entertainer (ZedZee Multimedia). The theme was centered on Women’s Empowerment, a subject with an array of opinions. One thing could be said of the show , it did not only attract international attention and media popularity, but it made a human connection. People could relate with the housemates, the vibe was dynamic; people showed up in numbers to rally support for their housemates.…
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I AM SURE HEAVEN SMELLS LIKE LEMONS!
It happened purely by accident when I ran out of a deodorant; few weeks back , I turned to nature for a solution. I tried lime.Our traditional people in Sierra Leone have for centuries relied on the healing properties of lime, they dote on it. They were not lying, it works! Lemons have pretty high concentrations of potassium and magnesium and both these minerals have antibacterial properties, lemon can balance pH levels when applied to the skin. The citric acid, on the other hand, helps curb any odour, leaving you smelling lemony fresh. I am Loving my lemon deodorant trip and I am getting more and more comfy with it.g applications…
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HOW CONFIDENT ARE YOU?
Do you shy away from doing things that will turn the spotlight on you? How do you feel today? Do you feel the need for approval? How self-confident are you? Nearly there or just full of it? Regardless of your position on the scale you are going to need confidence in your journey to success. Click on this link to gauge your level Confidence_Checklist-_Ariana_Diaries 18 Wherever you find yourself, these affirmations will boost your next steps! Take Action Now: PRINT them out and stick on the wall. Write love notes to yourself in your diary. Leave sticky notes in your car or add them to your desktop.…
