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Have great ideas at work, but hesitant to share because of the fear of what other people may think? Able to squat more then twice your weight in the gym but struggle during competitions as the pressure to perform is overwhelming?
Truly strong women embrace strength in all the various forms it presents itself. Strong Women allow themselves to be loved, to be vulnerable, to be support & empowered - and in turn, support other Women and the broader community
Travelling. Parties. Big Meals. 'Friends / Family Obligations'. We love the holidays season or vacation time in general, don't we? However, hopping between time zones, boozy brunches and feasting get-togethers can at times make your gut less than happy.
We speak to our expert, Dr. Lim Xiang Jun – a Fully Registered Licensed Traditional Chinese Medicine (“TCM”) Practitioner in Singapore. Dr. Lim spent over 6 years in Beijing pursuing her Doctorate (PhD) and with her Bachelor’s in Biomedical Sciences, certification in
Selamat Hari Raya to all our Muslim friends in Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia & beyond! Hari Raya Puasa or Hari Raya Aidilfitri marks the end of the Islamic holy month of Ramadan - a month of fasting from dawn-to-dusk.
Today, we speak to this gorgeous lady Sabrina Marican, a Singaporean Millennial on what Ramadhan and this Hari Raya festive season means to her.
Sabrina is the founder of 2 online businesses - Cosmetique World (@thecosmetiqueworld), an online beauty store selling Asian
BierYoga (or Beer Yoga) first originated from Germany and has since gained popularity across multiple cities globally including London, USA and Bangkok, Thailand.
The Busy Woman Project speaks with the founder of Brew Yoga In conversation with Jessica Whan - "My Thai name is Whan and my English name is Jezicaa (Jessica), so people call me Jessica Whan."
Jessica is a professional architect by training, a part-time fashion model and considers herself a fitness enthusiast. Apart from being a member
Do you ever wish you could flick a switch, unwind and feel more relaxed, focused and clear? Do you find yourself going to sleep with unresolved tensions or still feeling stressed out after a busy day?
Also known as yogic sleep, Yoga Nidra is one of the deepest forms of meditation. It is a combination of allowing your body to relax while you keep your mind awake. By doing this, you reach a profound state of relaxation.
I like to
Whether you’re climbing the corporate ladder, starting on your entrepreneurial journey or a new mom, being Busy and getting ahead at work / school / life doesn’t mean sacrificing everything else...
...more importantly, you'll need to have the ability & health (mental, physical, emotional) to be Busy!
It's probably tough to "have it all" - but there are definitely little ways or simple habits you can put in place to have some anchors in your life.
Our #TEAMBUSYWOMAN Community Ambassador
We know our #TEAMBUSYWOMAN community members are strong advocates of supporting fellow women...and it is always amazing & inspiring when we hear of women doing great things, or being "superwomen" - handling multiple things AND actually thriving. With that being said, we can't leave out the other half of the world population in the women empowerment equation, can we?
Men are just as important in our quest for gender equality. Perhaps, even more so. Their ability to recognize and
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Shanghai, 16th July 2017 (Sunday)
VENUE: Xin Tian Di, Tai Ping Qiao Lake (Huangpi Nan Lu, close to Xingye Lu) 上海新天地太平桥公园人工湖 // 1:00pm - 1:45pm
Reserve your spot! Email us: [email protected].
Kindly provide us with your (i) Full Name (ii) Mobile No. (iii) WeChat ID (iv) IG account (if applicable).
Kickboxing is a comprehensive 'self defence' workout for the whole body. It combines quick movements, together with the use of Boxing, Muay Thai and Karate to achieve
Fat was once proclaimed to be the culprit of heart diseases and hence, the food industry started to produce all sorts of low-fat foods. But, how can you make low-fat food taste delicious?
...By adding SUGAR - more specifically, by adding fructose. Heart diseases didn’t reduce with all the low-fat diets and in fact, more recent studies show that sugar increases your risk of heart disease, stroke, ages the body and fructose increases your risk of metabolic syndrome (including
We love how we're surrounded by talented & amazing Busy Women -
just like our Nepalese #TEAMBUSYWOMAN Community Member, Mimansha Joshi Shrestha (@mimismenu)!
If you haven't seen her profile, expect a culmination of colors, design & nutritious foods from dishes she prepare (note: buddha bowls, avocado roses, smoothie bowls, brekkie items - who doesn't love them)!
We share below one of her signature recipes - Gluten-free Coconut Flour Pancakes with Fruit Toppings + (everyone's favorite) Avocado.
Read on for some 'insta-worthy'
Individuals who pursue their passions? Check.
Entrepreneurs? Check.
Busy Women who are able to juggle a gazillion items? Check.
Heart for Hustle: In this series, The Busy Woman Project interviews a couple of amazing, strong Women of Asia who, in pursuit of their passions, moved from Corporate to Wellness. Think ex-bankers, lawyers, consultants to Boutique Fitness gym owners, Athleisure fashion brands and Wellness platform founders across multiple cities!
Follow our series as these ladies share their views on gender-related challenges,
In this series, The Busy Woman Project sets out to find out what moves the ladies, who inspire us through their social media accounts. Follow our series as you get to know these relatable digital darlings better!
Conscious Living. Yogi. Holistic Health & Wellness Coach
Karen Holt (@thehealthseedconcept) is dedicated to bringing her followers regular inspiration to live a healthier, happier life that you are fully present in, all while staying true to her philosophy of getting in harmony with
Running a marathon or race takes preparation. Planning is king because without it, you jeopardize any chances of performing at your full potential, and ultimately ending up disappointed. You may even take a step back and assess your life, sometimes revamping it completely because eating like crap, half-assing your training, and sleeping late isn’t akin to 'success'... All these lifestyle changes just for a couple of hours of running with a group of strangers (just as crazy and stupid
I’m sure most, if not all, of us have trouble with staying positive and being able to control how we react & feel in different situations.
I’ve spent nearly 3 years now on Instagram where I actively follow many inspiring people, and one thing that I was amazed by at the start was how positive some of them always seemed to be. Of course, social media is but a tiny portion of someone’s life - but at
With a background as a gymnast, rugby player and more recently a Strongman competitor & powerlifter, Daniella May Lee Means often gets asked what being strong means to her.
Strength has so many meanings to different people. Daniella shares with us her version of STRONG and her views on the hashtag #StrongNotSkinny.
Strength doesn't lie in just your physicality. “I always say it's simply being able to do something you previously thought you could not do. This relates to being
In this next feature of our STRONG series, we speak to Ramona Pascual - the 1st woman to headline a fight event and fight for a Mixed Martial Arts ("MMA") championship title in Hong Kong.
Who is Ramona Pascual, and how did you get to where you are today?
I'm a professional MMA fighter and personal trainer at Epic MMA in Hong Kong. I've lived almost my whole life in this city I call home. I've been an athlete since
What is STRONG to you? We are so lucky to be surrounded by inspiring women in The Busy Woman Project community. This month, we share our conversations with a number of amazing ladies who are leading the pack in pushing barriers and breaking stereotypes.
“Wah girl, you’re so buff! You lift a lot of heavy weights ah? Be careful, don’t overdo it. Otherwise become like man”.
Let’s dissect the above mentioned statement.
“GIRL, you’re so BUFF”
She's an entrepreneur, a supermodel, a TV presenter, a blogger, a Super Mom and a judge on Asia's Next Top Model. She has been walking runways for brands such as Dior, starred in numerous commercials, fashion editorials, and featured in covers for magazines such as Elle, Harper’s Bazaar, and Marie Claire. She has even gone on to host shows on the National Geographic Channel!
"I’m busy with lotsa stuff! I have my company, Genie Juicery, two babies under
This #fitspo Busy "working mom", Natasha Goh has donned an eclectic selection of career hats over the years - from magazine journalism, to cabin crew, banker, lawyer and a realtor for the past 5 years.
Although her circumstances and experiences may be unique to herself, through sharing her journey, Natasha looks to give others the courage to step out of their comfort zones, ignore traditional sensibilities and find their own career happiness.
Thanks to my unusual trajectory, I'm often drawn
On loving what she does, being practical about our passions and learning how to say no. Meet Dee Cheung.
"When it comes to being an entrepreneur, my mom has always single handedly run her own businesses. She went from not being able to speak English, to running a successful deli in the Eaton Centre for 9 years in Toronto. She is my inspiration!"
What are you Busy with?
Being a mom to my 1 year old (finally getting a helper!