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KHARISMA MAGAZINE { P R E M I E R I S S U E 2 0 1 8 } 212 Do You Have a Book In You? WRITTEN BY SHERI ANDRUNYK Most of us have at least one book in us. I hear it all the time. If you think you do and you can’t stop thinking about it, keep reading. Do you have a book in you? If you do, I want you to ask yourself these questions: • What is it about? • Do you have a working title? (A working title is one that you like, but is not evaluated or confirmed yet.) • How will it help people? • Does it coincide with your business offerings and expertise? • Who is your audience? • Do you have (or are you working on) an online platform/blog-site and social media following for yourself as an author and/or business professional? • What would you like to achieve by writing your book? • What will be the benefits to you when you accomplish this? • How will that make you feel? There is no right or wrong answer here. It’s simply important to get as clear as possible with what motivates and matters most to “you” and how you will articulate your message in order to take the next steps and make the best decisions you can. BUILDING YO

{ P R E M I E R I S S U E 2 0 1 8 } KHARISMA MAGAZINE 213We all write for different reasons. name of few. For more on theSometimes it’s a great fictional story editing process, check out bit.that gets a hold of us and we just have ly/bookinsideofyou.​to share it. Other times, it’s personalor business experiences we’ve learned • Ensure that you seek out anfrom and feel compelled to write editor or editing team thatabout to help others on their journey. “gets” you and your work. Also, for a professional lookEntrepreneurs and business owners and overall consistency, it’sare really stepping up in droves to ideal that your editor uses aput their ideas to paper and fingers known style guide for language,to keyboard. Writing a book can serve sentence structure, grammar,as a great calling card for you, provide and punctuation. For example,you with additional revenue on book I C Publishing uses the Chicagosales or workshops based on your Manual of Style.topic, and ultimately showcase you asan expert in your field. • Evaluate where you’re at with your online profile. EstablishHow can you make yourself stand out? a game-plan to develop and• A little planning can go a long way continue to increase it. Althoughwith respect to your message, overall this isn’t the only place yourdesign inside and out, and quality of audience is going to find you,delivery. Review the options of self, it is where people often lookpartner, and traditional publishing, first, and it’s a very excitingand discern which is best for you. Here environment to educate andis a link that will provide additional engage with others in a veryinfo: bit.ly/bookinsideofyou​. meaningful way. Some helpful• Work with a writing and/or pub- tips can be found at bit.ly/lishing coach to help you get your Most of us bookinsideofyou.​thoughts organized and develop somestrategy around your content. have at least Together, we can believe in• Be open to insights and suggestions the beauty of this dream and,from industry experts. The goal is to before you know it, make it anbring to life a book which represents one book incredible reality!you and your work exceptionally well Happy writing! You’re in goodand that you can be truly proud of. It’salso to connect you to your broadest in us. company!audience possible in a unique and ef-fortless way. Warmest regards, Sheri Andrunyk• Don’t skimp on editing andproofreading. It goes way beyond first impressions, althoughit starts there for sure. Once you have a great title and coverdesign and one opens your book to read inside, the last About the Author: Sheri believes that we all possess the knowledge ofthing you want them to see or experience is spelling errors, what’s best for our own life and business. She is the catalyst that canparagraphs that are too long, hard-to-follow sentence (and does) bring those insights to the forefront, especially empoweringstructure, or an overuse of your favourite words, just to business owners, entrepreneurs, and authors with vision, wisdom, and support. icpublishing.caUR BRAND

KHARISMA MAGAZINE { P R E M I E R I S S U E 2 0 1 8 } 214 7 Important Traits of the Wealthy & Successful WRITTEN BY NATALIE LEDWELL BUILDING YO

{ P R E M I E R I S S U E 2 0 1 8 } KHARISMA MAGAZINEHave you ever wondered…. 215What do the wealthiest and most successful people on theplanet do or think, that separates them from everyone else? Trait 4. Never make excusesDo they have better luck? A better education? Or do they knowsomething that the rest of the world doesn’t? The wealthy and successful don’t spend time blaming other people or the economy for their failures; rather, they take responsibility for their own actions. When things go wrong they see these situations as opportunities to grow and learn, so they don’t make the same mistake twice.Now, while there’s no exact secret formula to success, there Trait 5. Seek the company of like-are many traits and habits that these individuals have incommon. minded peopleIf you’d like to make sure your actions and way of thinking are The Law of Attraction says that: like attracts like, andleading you towards success, then adopt these five traits of successful people know this. They agree that just as positivitythe wealthiest and most successful among us, starting today: is contagious, negativity is equally so, so they would rather hang out and engage in productive conversations with people that share their same ideas and theirTrait 1. Follow your passion They’re not prosperity mindset. afraid ofTo the average person, it may look like the Trait 6. Believe in yourselfwealthy and successful are always working, but Often times, the confidence of the wealthiest and most successful people is mistaken forthe truth is they’re following their passion andsimply finding a way to get paid for it.They don’t take jobs just for the financial reward doing it all arrogance; but the truth is that they seemand they never refer to work in a negative way, as overly confident because they are used tothey know this is their contribution to the worldand what ultimately allows them to fulfill their taking risks and are rarely disappointed.goals and achieve their dreams. And, they enjoyevery minute of it! over again. Even when they fail, they’re confident that they will come back wiser and more successful than ever. They’re not afraid of doing it all over again. Trait 2. Look forward to the future Trait 7. Be comfortable in the The wealthy and successful don’t dwell on the past or let the uncomfortable stories about ‘the good old days’ bring them down. Instead they learn from their past while appreciating the present, Embrace change and love innovation! Successful people taking advantage of all the opportunities it brings. always think about what’s next, and they’re okay with sacrificing and taking risks for what they truly believe They spend a lot of their time focusing on their goals and in and want most in life. They understand that change is planning things that will maybe take years to achieve; yet they what brings new opportunities and what makes humanity remain optimistic because this gives them a glimpse into how evolve, so they’re always looking for it. their future will look, which excites them. No matter where you stand right now in your success level, Trait 3. Constantly be learning remember that it is the journey that matters and what makes life worthwhile. So I encourage you to start adopting these Most wealthy and successful people understand that life is seven qualities and you’ll soon see how things start changing about experiences, and the day you stop learning, you’re no for the better in your career and personal life. longer alive. So they’re always asking questions and never settle for what they currently know. About the Author: Natalie Ledwell is an authentic and internationally renowned motivational speaker, best-selling author, Law of AttractionUR BRAND guru, host of The Inspiration Show and Wake Up TV!, and co-founder of the revolutionary personal development company Mind Movies. mindmovies.com

KHARISMA MAGAZINE { P R E M I E R I S S U E 2 0 1 8 } 216 Key to Happiness: Your Personal Wealth WRITTEN BY MAURA SWEENEY I“A box without hinges, key, or lid, yet golden BUILDING YO treasure inside is hid.” ~ J. R. R. Tolkien f you’re looking for a key to happiness, focus on your personal wealth! Yes, your personal wealth. I’m not referring to stock portfolios, liquid assets, or real estate. Instead, I’m honing in on your inherent — and unique — self-worth. We all have it, but most of us lose sight of our own value as we work toward outward goals, markers, and other external pursuits. There’s a world of wealth living inside of you, and finding your personal wealth and putting it to use will always make you happy. As each new year approaches, we often take stock of our past and vow to make our future better. In doing so, we consider engaging in activities that will elevate us to a better form of living. For some, that translates into more exercise and better eating habits. For others, it involves applying greater discipline to studies, relationships, or career. Whatever you’ve placed on your list of goals for this year and beyond, don’t overlook the pursuit of happiness. Happiness is the obvious — if not, always remembered — desire we all share. Oddly, happiness is a value that can get frequently overlooked when planning for what we believe is better, higher, or even richer. A key to happiness in life is discovering our very own personal wealth. Image: Anastasiia Kazakova/Shutterstock.com

{ P R E M I E R I S S U E 2 0 1 8 } KHARISMA MAGAZINE 217I was reminded early one morning Once disclosed... came to see that my very beingof a personal, seminal event. Over and essence was quite valuable –twenty years ago, I tendered my our personal worth to myself as well as others. Theresignation from a corporate delivers us a key to growing awareness provided mecareer that had defined me for a with a deep and rich sense ofdecade. I loved the challenges and happiness that happiness.opportunities business leadership no job, circumstance,afforded, but also knew it was time Not too long ago, I’d attended anfor me to grow in a different way. intimate seminar. Delivered by an industry pro, this training wasMy corporate departure coincided rather pricey but would ultimatelywith the birth of my first and only improve my digital skills. Before we began, I had an opportunitychild, but it was uniquely and, to meet my fellow classmatesperhaps, cosmically timed. I had or person can and inquire of their respectivelearned most of what I’d hoped interests and businesses.to gain from corporate America In typical fashion, my interestever claim.and had no further aspirations turned to innovation and I offered up a few creative ideas.along that path. Separating from a Conversation continued duringtitle and enviable income to gain a our breaks that day and I was inspired to share more:sense of personal worth appears, at least initially, a paradox.However, I was aware of my tenuous identity. My business contacts, resources, and suggestions that might add tosuccess had always been tempered with realism. Knowing I others’ marketing and branding models.was replaceable, I never collected personal items and photosto grace my office or desk. By the end of the afternoon one of the attendees remarked, “I got more out of meeting you today than I did from attendingThe quest to find my own worth apart from a position this expensive seminar. You’re a font of creative wealth!”and income didn’t end with leaving work. It was just the I laughed at the comment but knew there was truth to thebeginning. Freed from corporate constraints, I meandered statement: I AM a font of creative wealth. And I love knowinginto otherwise unfamiliar realms and started to become that it’s in me, of me, with me, and part of me.acquainted with myself. Pursuing a few personal passionsand interests, I discovered some hidden and latent talents. You don’t need to leave behind a paycheck as I did in orderExploring different opportunities, I realized I could learn to find your own personal worth. Each of us has the capacitynew skills. to access our inner treasure. It’s awaiting our discovery.In addition, when encountering challenges, I learned that You, too, can do the same in your own personal fashion. Likethere was strength and creativity within me that could discovering long-hidden and untapped natural resources,overcome them. While travelling, I met others from different each of us possesses a treasure waiting to be brought tobackgrounds and disciplines where great exchanges light. Our wealth is found through a variety of means,took place. I soon realized that my talents and skills were circumstances, and opportunities.contributing in unique ways to others’ lives. Once disclosed, however, our personal worth delivers to usSomehow, the talents I’d gained in corporate life melded a key to happiness that no job, circumstance, or person canand grew with more recently acquired ones. My personal ever claim. You realize that you are your own motherlode –journey helped expose me to opportunities, experiences standing in the flesh.and insights, and enabled me to view myself in a new andrewarding light. Whatever the time of year, remember this key to happiness:As dawn follows night, I gradually became illuminated. I Any time is the right time to discover the vault of your per- sonal wealth!UR BRAND About the Author: International Speaker, Author, Podcaster and creator of the Foundations of Happiness eCourse, Maura Sweeney guides others on the path of “Living Happy – Inside Out.” maura4u.com

KHARISMA MAGAZINE { P R E M I E R I S S U E 2 0 1 8 } 218 4 Steps to Having More Control Over Your Emotions Using SDOC (Strengths, Drawbacks, Opportunities and Challenges) WRITTEN BY ANUSHKA LALWANI BUILDING YO

You must be familiar with { P R E M I E R I S S U E 2 0 1 8 } KHARISMA MAGAZINEthe terminology SWOT, especially if 219you are in business. It is a simple buteffective framework used to identify I realised I had stiff when you hear the word Threat butyour company’s Strengths, Weaknesses been focusing on suddenly opens up to the word Challenge. This(internally), Opportunities, and Threats negative words. is because a challenge has emotions such as(externally). I learned this tool when I excitement, fun, and thrill attached to it. The word threat, however, carries emotions of fear and horror.was completing my degree at Regent’s I had to shift this Here are 4 steps to having more control overUniversity in London, UK. your emotions:When I started my journey as an within myself if 1. Pay attention to yourentrepreneur, I began using this triggers. (Who or what is triggering youapproach when making decisions in to react?)business and, in fact, whenever I made I wanted to feel 2. Be grateful for these. (They area decision in life. However, being aLife and Emotions Coach - and always only messengers sent to you by God and thepaying attention to the way I feel when better. This is when Universe.)making decisions - I found that the I came up withSWOT analysis was very mechanical. 3. Clear these negativeI began to focus on the way each word emotions. 4. Focus on how you want toin the acronym made me feel and feel going forward.understood why this was: the words SDOC.Weakness and Threat carry a negative Ultimately everything is energy, and emotionsand heavy energy charge around them. are just energy in motion. It is key for you toWe all know that negative energy brings us down, and in that FEEL GOOD, and in order to do that, you have to think ‘good-moment, I realised I had been focusing on negative words. I feeling’ thoughts.had to shift this within myself if I wanted to feel better. This iswhen I came up with SDOC. You can think positive thoughts if the words you use in yourWith the SDOC analysis, you look at Strengths, Drawbacks, mind carry positive energy and don’t feel like blocks. TheyOpportunities and Challenges. Doesn’t Drawback sound so don’t send a message of defeat to the subconscious mind, butmuch better than Weakness? A drawback is a small setback, instead, a source of hope.something that you can overcome quite easily compared to aweakness (which brings you down and puts you in a mentalposition of defeat). A small setback simply holds you in one About the Author: Anushka is a Life Coach for men. She is of Indianplace temporarily and, like a hurdle in the journey, you can ethnicity, but was born and raised in Barcelona, Spain. She now lives inovercome it mentally, emotionally, and physically. Shifting London, UK where she helps her clients understand, build, and managethe energy of this word helped shift the way I felt. a relationship with their emotions. She teaches them the basics of the different emotions we have and how they affect our day-to-day lives,I also replaced the word Threats with Challenges - let me tell as well as techniques on how to stop negative emotions. An ex-Payrollyou why. Think of something that is a potential threat to your Manager from the corporate world in London, Anushka lost 25lbs bybusiness. Now think of that same threat as a challenge. Feels going on an Emotions Diet. Her personal weight transformation ledvery different, right? You can feel how your body becomes her to obtain her Health Coaching Certification at the Institute of Integrative Nutrition. www.anushkalalwani.comUR BRAND

KHARISMA MAGAZINE { P R E M I E R I S S U E 2 0 1 8 } 220 Do You Have An Elevator Pitch? Here Are 4 Places Where It Needs To Be Seen Online! WRITTEN BY SOPHIE ARELI A few months back, I entered a brand new hair supply store, and started a friendly conversation with the owner about her grand opening. After we talked for a while, she finally got around to asking me that age old question; “And, what is it that you do?” Without skipping a beat, I told her that I helped women make money with their businesses online. Impressed, she asked me to help her and to set up the online part of her business. We then exchanged phone numbers. The conversation didn’t feel strained, and things didn’t get weird. It was an easy transition into talking about making money online, because I already had a down-to-earth elevator pitch ready to go. What is an Elevator Pitch? According to an article written on Forbes by Nancy Collamer, it’s the 30-second speech that summarizes who you are, what you do, and why you’d be a perfect candidate. She said that you should be able to reel off your elevator pitch at any time, whether it be for a job interview or during a cocktail party conversation. Keeping this in mind, I think that elevator pitches should also be able to go beyond what you say to people in person. I highly recommend that you format your brief and persuasive pitch, so that it can be seen by your audience online. You just never know who could see that pitch, and then be intrigued enough to work with you, or refer you to someone that needs your help. BUILDING YO Image: WOCinTech

{ P R E M I E R I S S U E 2 0 1 8 } KHARISMA MAGAZINEHere are four places where you can find variations of my 221elevator pitch online: 3. Facebook: The Intro Section1. Websites: Above the Fold I find that many women in business forget to updateAs someone who wears many hats, one of the things that I can their personal Facebook pages. This a perfect place forhelp women with online is web design. Whenever someone information about how friends and other acquaintances canlands on the homepage of your website, they will see your work with them.header section first. This section is commonly called “above Your personal page on Facebook has an intro section thatthe fold” by web developers. you can use to post a short version of your elevator pitch. You can also link to your Facebook business pages from there as well.The “above the fold” section is the top area on your website Here’s a screenshot of what my intro section looks like onthat people see before they scroll down. This space is my personal page:prime real estate that you can use to advertise something,ask people to subscribe to your email list, or to make a boldstatement about your brand. If you’re creative, you can 4. Facebook: Groups (Introductions)squeeze a variation of your elevator pitch into this section.On the website I developed for my podcast show, my elevator Being a part of groups on Facebook is a great way to networkpitch is: “Learn how to turn the skills you learned at your 9-5 with other business women, and also with potential clients.job into your dream online business.” When you join a Facebook group, you may be asked to introduce yourself. That’s the perfect time to tailor your2. LinkedIn: The Intro and Bio Sections elevator pitch for that particular audience.Speaking of above the fold, on LinkedIn a visitor will see Here’s a pitch that I posted recently in a Facebook group,your intro and bio sections first before they click on any of when the group leader asked me to let everyone know what itthe “see more” tabs. I made sure that those sections include is that I do:who I am, what I do, and where people can find me apartfrom LinkedIn when they want to work with me.UR BRAND In review, you now know of four new and strategic places to display a condensed version of your elevator pitch online. About the Author: Around the clock, Sophie Areli is a wife and mom to the world’s most amazing superheroes! In her spare time, Sophie is the CEO and founder of Your Podcast Show - a four month “GET IT DONE” experience designed to help introverted women in business get seen, heard, and paid with their own podcast show and professional website. Visit Sophie online here: yourpodcastshow.com

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KHARISMA MAGAZINE { P R E M I E R I S S U E 2 0 1 8 } 226 3 Steps to Getting Clear on What YOU Want in Your Life WRITTEN BY SHERINA MAYANI YOUR MONEY,

{ P R E M I E R I S S U E 2 0 1 8 } KHARISMA MAGAZINEClarity is king when it comes to knowing what 227 you want in your life. Knowing when to say ‘yes’ or ‘no’, when is what you do like. Example Two: if you don’t want to work to do what, how to prioritize — all these things become easier full time, then what do you want? In this scenario, do you when you are clear on what you want in your life. When you are want to have a business? What do you want exactly? not clear on what you desire, it can be challenging to create When things go on in your life that you dislike and make you what you want. This eventually costs you your happiness and feel out of alignment, take a good look at that. Look for the affects your satisfaction level in life. opposite; it will give you clarity on what you truly want. You may be doing something which doesn’t make you feel Step 3. FOCUS on what you WANT happy. This means you are not in alignment, and this is so important. I spend a lot of time on myself and with my clients, Notice what you want and FOCUS on what you truly WANT. getting clear on our desires and what we want in our lives; If you know you don’t like being tired all the time, you know because if you don’t know what you want in business and in you want to be energetic, so focus on this. Do things that life, it makes things harder. It is challenging when you are not help you to be energetic. in alignment. When you are clear, though, everything is in alignment. To help you focus, you can create a dream book or a vision board. I emphasis this because it is the foundation of your Clarity is the pillar; it is the fuel. focus. As I said before, if you don’t know what you want, it becomes challenging to achieve clarity. This is the reason If you aren’t sure where to start on achieving more clarity, why I feel many become stuck in their journey, or don’t here are three simple steps: know what to do next or what not to do. It turns into a mess and leads to unhappiness.Step 1. Write down what you There was a time when I was really busy, stressed, anddon’t want anxious. That made me realize I didn’t like that. I didn’t like to be ‘booked’ 24/7. I wanted to be available for the people In order to become clear on knowing what you want, you’ve around me. I wanted to be able to use Periscope whenever I got to know what you don’t want. Through coaching my felt the need. In essence, I wanted to have more free time; I clients, I find that it is easier to find out what people don’t desired more space. want, and that’s because sometimes it is easier for people to navigate through the things that they don’t like. If you don’t Having come to this realization, I now know I don’t like like your house, your computer, or even the weather, write it being so busy or having to stress about anything. Now I can all down. The point of this exercise is to GET CLEAR on what focus on this. Hence, if someone asks me to be part of a joint you are NOT LIKING, and to BE HONEST about it. If you don’t venture, or asks me for a favour, I know when to say ‘no’. like working 24/7, write it down. Write all of it down! Do not This is also why I limit the number of clients I take, because judge what you have written; simply write, and acknowledge it is important for me to have that space. your dislikes. You want to be clear on knowing what you want. DecidingStep 2. Transforming dislikes whether “I will wake up earlier”, or “go to sleep late”, or “to take this course or not”, will be easier for you once you areto ‘the POSITIVE’ clear on knowing what you want. You can then make choices that are in true alignment with yourself, in true alignment After writing down your dislikes, we’ll move to step two: with what you desire. transforming your dislikes into something positive. This step is about identifying the opposite of what you don’t With these three steps you will be on your way to creating want. a life you totally WANT and DESIRE ;) Example One: let’s say you noticed you don’t like to be sleepy. The opposite of this - being energetic and healthy -YOUR STORY About the Author: Sherina Mayani is a Business Master Coach who helps women around the world clear their mental blocks, elevate their mindset, attract ideal clients, and earn a steady income so they can grow a coaching business that gives them the freedom they desire. sherinamayani.com

KHARISMA MAGAZINE { P R E M I E R I S S U E 2 0 1 8 } 228 5 Steps to Clearing Financial Worry Without Going Crazy WRITTEN BY SHERINA MAYANI YOUR MONEY, Image: dolgachov/Bigstock.com

{ P R E M I E R I S S U E 2 0 1 8 } KHARISMA MAGAZINEDo you constantly find yourself worrying about 229your financial obligations? I will be sharing with you what worry because there is a beautiful lesson you can learn. It is afinancial worry means to me and how I clear financial worries teaching. I encourage you to really study the worry: where is it coming from?without going crazy. 3. Clear the worryFirst, what does financial worry mean to me? To me, financial You’ve got to clear that crazy, repetitive thought. Do clearingworry is just an illusion. It is not real. I know there is techniques like tapping: breath work to erase and clear theabundance in this Universe; I know there is more than enough thought in the mind. Our brains are made of neurons, andfor everyone. Therefore, financial worry is merely an illusion. there are many neural pathways. When we think of the same thought many times, a neural pathwayI just need to be real and honest Worry iws simply is made. When thoughts are in repeatabout it, own it, and admit it. mode, it just means there’s a neuralHere are the five steps to clearing a wrong thought pathway in our mind. When we keep onyour financial worry: thinking the same thoughts, it becomes1. Look and deal with really strong.in repeat mode.the worry Thoughts are energy. Therefore, a repeated thought has a lot of energy inA lot of times we are living the neural pathway. When it keeps being repeated, that isin denial; we are not keen on dealing with the worry. What when the worry becomes stronger. By clearing the worry, youthen happens is, if we are not listening or paying attention, delete the pathway, allowing yourself to practice another one.worrisome thoughts go on repeat which can make us go crazy. You can use tapping to clear the energy and create anotherIf this continues, they can end up so deep in our subconscious amazing thought.that they create a bad pattern - bad programming for ourmindset - hence affecting our lives. The key is to look at the 4. Transmute the worryworry and deal with it. Sometimes when we worry so muchand don’t deal with it, that is what holds us back. ‘Transmute the worry’ simply means to change the worry into2. Study the worry another emotion or ability. For example: you can transmuteWorry is simply a wrong thought in repeat mode. It can fear into courage. In this sense, you have used your mind and energy to change the worry into something positive.come from beliefs programmed from parents, friends, social 5. Focus on the presentnetworking, or TV programs. When you are feeling stressed,analyze the worry. Ask yourself, why are you thinking this? When we are worried, usually we are not in the present,What is the thought that is creating this? By asking these especially in terms of financial worry. When we worry aboutquestions when you are mindful enough, you will notice the our finances, it is usually about a future bill or payment.pattern. You can do so by starting a journal and listening to Instead of focusing on the future, be it tomorrow or nextyour thoughts. week, simply turn your focus back to the present moment. When you focus on being present and feeling good now, thisThrough this practice, you will notice the repeated thought. is the way to becoming unstuck so you can create the life andExample: ‘There is not enough money,’ or ‘Oh no, what if impact you want.this happens, what if that happens?’ etc. Sometimes, even With these five steps, I hope you are now free from yourreflecting on events that happen to others can affect you. financial worry. Remember, it is just an illusion and you’veExample: This person is evicted from her home: you think, got this.What if this happens to me? Thoughts that keep repeatingthemselves are what create the worry. You’ve got to study theYOUR STORY About the Author: Sherina Mayani is a Business Master Coach who helps women around the world clear their mental blocks, elevate their mindset, attract ideal clients, and earn a steady income so they can grow a coaching business that gives them the freedom they desire. sherinamayani.com

KHARISMA MAGAZINE { P R E M I E R I S S U E 2 0 1 8 } 230 6 Habits of a 6-Figure Business Owner WRITTEN BY SHERINA MAYANI What are the common habits shared between six-figure business owners? Let’s reveal the six that I have found: 1. Put the wood before the fire Six-figure business owners put the wood before the fire. They are willing to put the wood first, meaning they are willing to invest in their business first, even before receiving money or having clients. They are willing to invest in a coach, a virtual assistant, or programs to help them make their business grow. For example: for me and my colleagues, we are willing to invest in good food. This is not YOUR MONEY,

{ P R E M I E R I S S U E 2 0 1 8 } KHARISMA MAGAZINE 231because we are healthy already, but because we know when 4. They take 100% responsibilitywe invest in good food, we put healthy food in our bodies. Inreturn, we get more energy. With higher energy levels, we They take full responsibility for everything and every areacan make more money and will be able to make much moreof a difference in the world! of their lives. They have a sense of responsibility and they hold onto it. They make it work. They don’t say, “I can’t do it.” If they promise something, they stay committed. TheySix-figure business owners don’t expect fire out of nothing. hold themselves accountable because they know the powerThey are willing to put in the work and the commitment to of their word and integrity, which they take extremely seri-make things work. ously. And if they say they are going to do it, but they don’t, they will make up for this through their commitments to2. They have a vision another person.Vision is what pulls you forward. Vision They do not 5. They are consistentreminds you why you do what you do. stay in thinkingSix-figure business owners have huge mode - they take Six-figure business owners arevisions: they want something bigger consistent with everything: theythan their current reality. There’s a action. They don’t do something and stop themagnetic force that draws them to are willing to get next day. They are very consistentthe resources, opportunities, and uncomfortable. with what they say they will do, andeverything they desire to achieve what they do everything else in the samethey desire. They have a vision. Their’s manner. They don’t just give up oris not a boring one but, rather, a very slow down, they take steps to makeinspiring one that gets them going. A it happen.vision allows one to get fired up, and forideas to come forth. It increases energy, 6. They prioritize theirand, when strong, a vision allows one prioritiesto pull through circumstances when They know what their priorities are.things get tough. Everyone has the same 24 hours3. Doing what is in a day, but they manage their time better; because what matters is knowing their priorities in life, not what is urgent.uncomfortable and inconvenient Everything seems to be urgent nowadays: everybody wants everything now. What’s truly important to know about six-People who are making six figures are willing to do what figure business owners is that they make time for what isis uncomfortable and inconvenient. They are willing to do most important. They know that in order to get the freedomwhat the other people are still talking about. They do not to spend time with their family and have the resources andstay in thinking mode - they take action. They are willing to money to do what they want later in life, they need to investget uncomfortable. They know they need to do this in order more hours a day to keep the business going. They maketo make the money to achieve the results they want. And time for what’s important to them and they make it work.they are willing to do whatever it takes. When I first started They prioritize these things to give them the freedom later.my business, it wasn’t comfortable for me to put myself outthere. I was super-scared to do this. But I know to succeed,one has to be willing to do what is uncomfortable and Now that you know six habits of successful six-figuresometimes, what’s inconvenient. By doing this now, you’ll business owners, the question is: will you decide to take thehave a better life later on. People are always looking for the necessary steps to put them into practice?‘perfect fit’; but sometimes you have to sacrifice a little anddo what’s uncomfortable and inconvenient first.YOUR STORY About the Author: Sherina Mayani is a Business Master Coach who helps women around the world clear their mental blocks, elevate their mindset, attract ideal clients, and earn a steady income so they can grow a coaching business that gives them the freedom they desire. sherinamayani.com

KHARISMA MAGAZINE { P R E M I E R I S S U E 2 0 1 8 } 232 the purpose of life is the expectation of happiness. happiness is the goal of every goal.

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KHARISMA MAGAZINE { P R E M I E R I S S U E 2 0 1 8 } 236 Creating from Beyond the Box WRITTEN BY DR. DOLORES FAZZINO Last year I took a huge leap of faith and shifted the focus of my career. After being in an entrepreneurial position as an assistant surgeon for the last 22 years, the signs were evident: it was time to create something different, for the flow and the passion were no longer there. My inner wisdom or knowingness — you know, that little voice that tells you things, and if you do not listen to it, you live to regret it later — was in full chatter. I was being led down a path that I did not have a reference point for. Being curious, I decided to surrender to the wisdom I felt from within. Not knowing what the final outcome would look like, I just knew in my heart of hearts that I was being led to my destiny. It was really about thinking outside of the box. After months of preparing to leave my successful career, the day finally arrived. Feeling as if I was in unchartered territory, I decide to trust the inner guidance I was receiving. I knew in my heart that I would be led every step of the way as long as I followed, checked in with, and spent time with this guidance, a rather complete blind leap of faith and trust. This was to be my new partner in my business, a definite outside-the-box idea. I began my new journey a short nine months ago. I consider this precious time the gestation period in which my new career unfolded. Having started several successful career ventures, the excitement and anticipation of what was to come resembled being pregnant with possibilities. Unlike other businesses I have created, I decided to manifest my new venture differently. Instead of “making things happen” or efforting like “pushing a boulder up a hill”, I decided to do just the opposite. To give myself permission to be and allow myself to receive, something SOUL

{ P R E M I E R I S S U E 2 0 1 8 } KHARISMA MAGAZINE 237rather counterintuitive to what Can you relate to this? Oncesociety deems as proactive and again, I can. I realized how manyproductive. limitations that I had burdened myself with in my last career,That decision has led me despite the success that I hadto an amazing nine-month realized.journey producing more results, I chose to create a completelyconnections, and opportunities different experience and realitythan I thought would be possible. this time. My new reality isI had allowed myself to get out of allowing myself to be in the flowmy own way! and allowing my inner partnerOur human tendency is to “figure - my inner guidance- to lead me to my next steps in what needs toit out” or “make it happen, or be done and at what time. It is asforce it to happen” or “control if I am partnering with an aspectthe outcome” or “be competitive” of myself that sees the granderor “what’s in it for me”, which is The good thing picture of what my limited egoold, paradigm thinking and very mind may be saying or seeing.exhausting. Can you relate to this? Yes, quite opposite of whatI sure can! Particularly after being measures success while lookinginvolved with and surrounded by a for validation outside of ourselves.draining form of creation. is that we are Everything that we want or desire in charge and can for ourselves is already ours. OurWhat we must remember is each beliefs - if we deserve what weof us are very magical and creative desire - or self-worth interferesmanifestors. We are alchemists with the creation of those desires.creating our reality. There are no We may be unreceptive to receiving,victims here. We create our reality change our or do not allow or give ourselvesbased on our beliefs, what we permission to receive. Better yet,think about, whether positive or thoughts to work we may think we have to figure itnegative, and also what we say to out before we can have it. All thatothers. The art of listening is not is needed is to allow ourselves toonly about listening to others, it is in our favour. connect with that inner guidance,also about listening to ourselves be it through meditation, listeningand what we are saying to to music that speaks to our soul,ourselves about ourselves. Whatever and wherever we focus walking in nature, colouring in ourour attention — say, the beliefs that we have about ourselves colouring book, or doing anything else that speaks to our soul and allows us to slow down.— creates our reality.The good thing is that we are in charge and can change our As counterintuitive as this seems, taking 30 minutes orthoughts to work in our favour. Once we realize that we are an hour to do these activities has many benefits. For me,doing this, thus begins the transformation process. Realizing I am more focused after taking this time for myself andand monitoring our self-talk presents the opportunity to my self-care. This allows me to accomplish far more thancreate something different. Yes, we are in charge of our I anticipated in a much shorter period of time… Magical!reality! When we become aware of this, there is no going Allow yourself the gift to commune and connect withback to being unaware. yourself. Just think: you may no longer have to think outside of the box, because the box is no longer there!ESSENCE About the Author: Dr. Dolores Fazzino (Doctor of Nursing Practice) is a distinguished pioneer bridging the world of spirituality and wellness. spiritualwellnessforlife.com

KHARISMA MAGAZINE { P R E M I E R I S S U E 2 0 1 8 } 238 Study to be Quiet WRITTEN BY PETER TAFFE A far stretch from the alarm clock and the spring pop made by the toaster, life can be loud. Very loud. The world is noisy, as everything vibrates. Even our atmosphere is full of data packets travelling back and forth across the world. We have alerts for everything! Our stratosphere has become an orbiting junk yard. Daily we breathe, daily we move, and daily we should practice the study of quiet. Allow the law of liberty to guide you in how long and how often in a day you should spend time being quiet. As motivation for you to practice, one should know that practice is the birther of a new skill. The rewards for being able to get quiet quickly and hear the whispers of truths, are priceless. Life is noisy and does not run by a conventional calendar. Just imagine how powerful it would be to access the truth you need when you need it: a lifelong benefit available for you to enjoy by taking on the study of quiet! Your mind will thank you. Your body will thank you for setting the proper environment for maximizing the healing properties. Others will thank you. They may not know why they feel better around you, but they will enjoy your peace and presence. SOUL ESSENCE SOUL

{ P R E M I E R I S S U E 2 0 1 8 } KHARISMA MAGAZINE 239Be quiet and breathe. Your answers are your electronics before taking knocking softly at off! It’s a study, and a study is aBreathe deeply, filling up the lungs, your door, and you purposeful act.and then release controlled soft and will hear the knockslow breaths. Be sure to consult your Rest is one of the most powerfuldoctor or medical advisor before doing if you get quiet. healing agents that exist. Giveany deep breathing routines. your entire system rest from noise vibrations. Allow your earsRelease. Disconnect. Unplug. to rest from the focus of receiving sounds. Allow your centralWhen the noise stops, you will discover nervous system to rest from thethere has been a whisper of truth vibration of those sounds. Letspeaking to you faithfully. the harmonic rhythm of your heartbeat re-synchronize yourYour answers are knocking softly at natural harmony, a noteworthyyour door, and you will hear the knock strategy to restoring healthyif you get quiet. sleep patterns. Set a noise-free background. Get quiet.Because life is loud and noisy, we mustmake a study of getting quiet and being Quiet your thoughts. Releasestill. It is here in the chambers of until the mind is a blank canvasstillness and the hall of quietness that and the waters of it are deep andthe truth of our healing will be realized still.and imparted unto us. While being still in your now-Truth anchors us in an unchanging quiet environment, one shouldfoundation that endures to all focus on taking the quiet to thegenerations. The truth that is passed next sphere of consciousness,on to us over still, small, and quiet such as one’s thoughts. Thetransports of whispers has not - nor ever power of this next sphere is far-- will change its method of exchange. reaching beyond the physical and into the metaphysical. HereGet quiet. Quiet your environment. is where disconnection fromRediscover the off switch. Explore the weighty thoughts of stress, fear,power of unplugging. Stopping the and anxiety can be enjoyed. Everyworld is not a workable option, but you second lived free from stress, fear,can quiet your environment. Here are and anxiety serves as a personalsome ways to turn off the noise and to spa session to your body andturn on the quiet. internal systems. Start with the background noise. Many times we turn on and Disconnect your thoughts till the canvas of your mind is blank. leave on background noise such as the television, the radio, This may require some practice, but practice you must. The or the music. We wake up and turn on the television. We get deep water where whispers of hidden truth await come with in the car and we turn on the radio or start playing music. being quiet. So . . . what are you waiting for? Get quiet. Most background noise we have control over. We bring that noise into our space. Take the challenge and study to About the Author: Peter Taffe is the Founder and Senior Pastor of Life rediscover the off switch. Take a mental flight and turn off by Design Ministries located in Aurora, Colorado. As a keenly insightful teacher, author, mentor and life coach, he successfully uses his authoredESSENCE Seven Pillar principles to touch thousands with his messaging of a Designed Life and bring them into purposefully holistic, transformational living. #Youarepossible! lbdm.org

KHARISMA MAGAZINE { P R E M I E R I S S U E 2 0 1 8 } 240 Your Powerful Purpose WRITTEN BY NIHAR SUTHAR Recently, there was a study conducted in Germany regarding the willpower of humans. The results were shocking. Humans, on average, spend 25%, or a quarter of their lifetime, simply building up the willpower to take action on the dreams that they have. Let that sink in. We think about our greatest dreams of starting a business or launching an innovation for a quarter of our lives. Most of us are aware, as entrepreneurs, that time is our most valuable resource. It is extremely limited. Why, then, do we waste so much of it away just thinking about our dreams instead of immediately taking action on them? The most straightforward explanation to this question is that we often do not have a powerful enough purpose. Your personal purpose is the reason - or motivation - SOUL

{ P R E M I E R I S S U E 2 0 1 8 } KHARISMA MAGAZINE 241behind why you are pursuing your business or mission. hut where the delivery was being performed and waitedPurpose is vital. It is the inner force that drives you every outside. He waited and waited. Several hours passed, but hissingle day. Just like you cannot build a house without a friend did not come out. At last, as the sun was about to set,proper foundation, you cannot succeed without a solid his buddy came out of the tent.purpose. Ingawale immediately knew upon seeing him that somethingTo demonstrate the power of a purpose, imagine that terrible had happened. In fact, it turns out that both thesomeone told you they would give you $100 if you ran fifty mother and her baby daughter had died during the birth,feet. This is such an easy task that you would be a fool not due to excessive bleeding caused by anemia. Anemia isto do it. However, what if the ground in front of you was common in India, but the most unfortunate part of the storycovered in hot lava? You most likely would not run the fifty is that anemia is one of the easiest diseases to treat. It canfeet if you had to run on such scorching, dangerous lava. be eradicated with just a couple of iron tablets. The greatestBurning your legs definitely outweighs the benefits of problem is that women in rural villages do not know if theyreceiving a measly $100. Now, consider that the same hot are anemic or not, due to the lack of healthcare there.lava was there, but on the other side of it was one of yourclosest family members. In order to get that family member Ingawale was floored. He made up his mind to solve theback to safety, you must run through the lava. In this case, problem of anemia in India. What Ingawale subsequentlyyou would almost certainly run the perilous fifty feet. did was quit his job and create a new device. It was an affordable, accessible device, known as ToucHb. ToucHbSo, what changed? In the first scenario with the hot lava, fits into the palm of the hand, refracts light into a person’syou probably would not have bothered running. In the finger, and instantly detects whether that person is anemicsecond scenario, however, you would definitely take your or not.chances, no matter what injuries you ultimately faced. Whathappened? What’s the difference? The difference is that the Ingawale solved a major problem in India, and also went onreason why you were running changed. This is why finding to start a worldwide healthcare technology company fromyour purpose is so important. there. He was successful because he knew exactly why he was doing what he was doing. He was driven by a powerfulPurpose spurs action. There are several people who have purpose. He did not want anybody else to die from anemiaexperienced this firsthand. One such person is Myshkin or other preventable diseases.Ingawale. Ingawale was a consultant at McKinsey, makinga six-figure salary as a top consultant. His life was perfect. Take some time today to reflect and find your purpose. WriteHowever, one day, everything changed. Ingawale decided to it down on a piece of paper following this format: I, (insertjump on a motorcycle and ride across India with a very close your name), want to pursue (insert your dream), becausefriend. His buddy was a young doctor. (insert your reason).Both friends planned to meet in a rural village just two Look at that statement every single day. That is what driveshours north of Mumbai. When Ingawale arrived in the area, you. Whenever you face an obstacle, look at the piece ofhis good companion was nowhere to be found. Ingawale paper. There is nothing more powerful than your purpose.proceeded to ask several villagers if they had seen his pal. A A purpose will make you hungry, and it will make you takefew villagers remembered witnessing the bold doctor going action immediately, rather than sitting back and wasting ato deliver a baby inside a hut. So, Ingawale proceeded to the quarter of your life as your dream passes by.ESSENCE About the Author: NiharSutharis an inspirational storyteller, covering positive stories from around the world. Follow his work at www.niharsuthar.com.

KHARISMA MAGAZINE { P R E M I E R I S S U E 2 0 1 8 } 242 5 Simple Steps To Making Meditation Part of Your Routine WRITTEN BY NATALIE LEDWELL M editation is one of the most important activities that I’ve incorporated into my daily routine. It helps me to clear my mind, create my future, and start the day with focus. One of the greatest benefits of meditating is that it can help you identify negative thought patterns and replace them with positive ones…and believe me when I say that your thoughts have a major impact on every aspect of your life! In fact, researchers have shown that there are countless benefits to meditating, especially when you make it a regular practice. I’ve even blogged about the benefits of meditating, including how to meditate and about the myths surrounding meditation, because I know some people aren’t sure how to get started or, perhaps, wonder how well it really works. Clearly I’m a huge advocate of meditation, but that’s because it’s made such a huge difference in my life and I want it to do the same for you. I want to show you how you can make meditation part of your daily routine (it’s easier than you probably think). So whether you regularly meditate already, have only tried it out a few times, or this is all new to you, here’s how to incorporate meditation into your day with these 5 simple steps: SOUL

{ P R E M I E R I S S U E 2 0 1 8 } KHARISMA MAGAZINE 2431. Start simpleSet aside just a few minutes of your time every dayand commit to it! Even 5 or 10 minutes can make abig difference.2. Choose the besttime for youWhat works best for me is to meditate first thing inthe morning because that’s when I feel the leastdistracted and the most focused. I do it right afterbrushing my teeth because that’s something Ialready do every morning. It’s linked to somethingthat’s already a habit, which has made it easier toincorporate in my daily routine.I know others who like to meditate at night, but Remember that all you need to do is set aside a little timethat tends to be more challenging for me because each day, and you’ll be on your way to making meditationI’m tired and I often end up falling asleep. But one of your most healthy habits.everyone is different, so I encourage you to findwhat works best for you. And because I want you to get great results at lightning speed, I just have to let you in on my secret weapon: I use3. Find a comfortable spot Zen12, a powerful meditation program from one of my good friends named Karl Moore.where you can relax Karl and his team at Inspire3 utilize cutting-edge brainwaveIf you’re planning to meditate in the morning, I would technology that will help you improve your creativity,suggest you find a comfortable spot in your house. If you achieve better focus, and have more joy and happiness indecide that you want to do it in the afternoon, let’s say every area of your life.during lunchtime, use your office or a park that’s close toyour work. Just make sure this place is super easy for you to And my favourite part: each session lasts only 12 minutes,get to, so you’ll be less likely to bail out. but it still gives you the benefit of a full hour of super deep meditation. Cool, right?!4. Sit down and let go About the Author: Natalie Ledwell is an authentic and internationallySit comfortably, with your back straight. It’s okay to lean on a renowned motivational speaker, best-selling author, Law of Attractionsofa, against a pillow or a wall. I generally don’t recommend guru, host of The Inspiration Show and Wake Up TV!, and co-founderlying down because as I said before, I’m more likely to fall of the revolutionary personal development company Mind Movies.asleep; but again, it’s whatever works best for you. mindmovies.com5. Enjoy the experienceDon’t try to concentrate too hard; rather, let your attentionrest and enjoy the experience. Relax and visualize images oflove, peace, and gratefulness every time you inhale. Focuson your breathing, and if you lose track of it, just regain yourawareness.ESSENCE

KHARISMA MAGAZINE { P R E M I E R I S S U E 2 0 1 8 } 244 5 Ways to Get Back into Soul Alignment WRITTEN BY LEIMOMI KELIIKULI When I was living as a psychic monk, that’s how I thought my life was meant to be, and I couldn’t imagine anything different. I had a “superhero’ perspective where I wanted to save the world. I had this one mission…and it turned out to be a lie. I was working exhaustedly to save people, and eventually hit a wall that I just couldn’t walk around. I was living in a cage I didn’t know I was in until I started seeing patterns of why I was “successfully” stuck. I made millions, and I knew that whatever I touched would turn to gold. But deep inside, I wanted more. I just didn’t know what. I was exhausted, working hard, and fulfilling a purpose that I thought was the right thing to do. But then I met my soulmate and everything changed. I saw in his eyes a new kind of life. I was terrified of the unknown, but I finally let go to receive the support that I longed for. The universe showed me a mirror on the wall and I choose to walk through it out of self-love. My whole life turned upside down. Everything I ever knew changed. I changed. My friends and family changed. I wasn’t the same person that I thought I needed to be anymore. I had awakened to a new path I never thought existed. I went on to discover and create a roadmap, which became what I call my “soul alignment blueprints.” Profound manifestations happened as I implemented it for myself, and I intuitively knew I had to share it with the world. I couldn’t believe the results people were getting! I knew I was on to something. Something bigger than me, and it was all because I had chosen a different path – a path truer to myself. I had been going down the wrong path all this time, and in allowing myself to awaken and stop resisting, I finally paid attention and was shown the way. So, I tested it and over and over again, and I’m still learning. As I guided people to take the right path, they flew. When they chose not to, they continued down the path to the hardest way, which ended up misaligning everyone around them. Soul alignment is more than just following your SOUL

{ P R E M I E R I S S U E 2 0 1 8 } KHARISMA MAGAZINE 245heart. It requires work, devotion to your gifts, and the right a business coach that will help you set up systems andsuccess and spiritual mindset to follow your unique and structures to have more time and freedom. What you needspecific path. It’s not random. It’s specific to your primary is success and spiritual mindset tools to get you into taking“first soul’s gift,” which is the ultimate gift that makes you that new direction. If you can find a coach that helps withunique and a contributing piece of the universal puzzle of both spiritual expansion of activating your higher psychiclife. gifts and business tools, then you have found a winner! (By the way, we do exist...hello there!;)I learned that it’s not about us saving the world. It’s abouthelping when you can out of self-love and not because you 4. OWN your giftshave super or special powers. You can’t be who you areuntil you experience who you are not. That contrast helps Realize that you are in a transition that requires ownershipyou to make a new choice, a choice that only you can make, of who you are at soul level. Even if you are good atwhich will profoundly affect not just yourself, but the lives marketing, sales, and getting your message out there, theof others when you bring out your REAL sacred work to the expansion of your next level requires soul alignment first,world. It is as timeless as Love. and not necessarily business tools or strategies. Know that you have the power and the answers lie within YOU.I learned this lesson the hard way, but You can’t be 5. Return to SELF-LOVEyou don’t have to. There is a better way. You may not know it, but what youWhen you’re feeling like “something who you are until are searching for is self-love. Youisn’t right,” or “everything is great, but can be super successful and have itsomething is missing,” take it as a sign all. Self-love is always the answerthat you could be misaligned. Here you experience to keeping that balance. What youare five action steps that you can take don’t have is the courage to walkto get back into soul alignment - and who you are not. through that mirror to get to thethey’re not as hard as you think: other side, because it requires you to love ALL parts of you. Start1. Be OPEN serving based on your skills orRemember that you are in this situation because you have tools from your OWN space of love that only you can givemade choices not fully aligned to your soul. You need to yourself. It will heal you and fulfill your endless wanting ofcome back into your “why” and who you really are. To truly more. It will be enough…YOU ARE enough, and the answergive, you have to surrender and be willing to receive. No has been right in front of you all along…you just have to payresisting! attention to see it! 2. Let GO This is the process I witness every day when I help my clients, and I’ve seen some amazing things. I give them the If your fears are related to financial security, opening up to keys and tools to move forward when they feel they aren’t a new love, or accepting support in your life, you need to be “enough,” or something is missing. I have found the right willing to step out of your comfort zone and do differently methods and systems to help myself awaken and expand. what you have done in the past. Remember that saying? It’s taken me years, but it served a purpose so that I can help “You can’t keep doing the same thing over and over again, others go through this process while getting the knowledge and expect a different result…” To let go, you will have to and support they need. I want this for everyone. You don’t have the courage to follow this new path, and it will be scary, know it yet, but this is just the beginning. You deserve to but oh so worth it! I promise you! create an experience that is truly abundant in all areas of your life. Start today! 3. Find specific HELP and SUPPORT About the Author: Leimomi Keliikuli is an Intuitive Soul Alignment You can’t do it alone! You need to surround yourself with Coach, who helps soul-driven women to up-level with ease and people who can help you get back into soul alignment. in epic time by teaching them how to align to their soul’s divine It is not just based on following your heart or following soul blueprints, to manifest whatever they desire, and clear their invisible soul level blocks to success using the Akashic Records. www.ESSENCE leimomikeliikuli.com

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KHARISMA MAGAZINE { P R E M I E R I S S U E 2 0 1 8 } 250 Body Unburned: A Calorie is not a Calorie WRITTEN BY BRUNO DA GAMA The idea that calories are the most important part of the diet is one of the biggest myths of our “Nutritional Society”. Saying that 200 calories of spinach is the same as 200 calories of soda is dead wrong. A calorie is a measurement of energy (a matter of physics), not a value judgment on where that energy goes (a matter of biochemistry). If we want to talk about health, we should think about it in biological terms - not physics - because the human body is a complex machine that does not work simply by math (counting calories). It is time to find out the five reasons why a calorie is not a calorie: 1. Fibre The first example why a calorie is not a calorie can be explained by the fibre content of foods. When we eat foods such as vegetables, fruits, seeds, and nuts, we are getting a lot of fibre, which is a form of carbohydrate that contributes to satiety without contributing to the calorie content because it isn’t absorbed into the body. For instance, when we eat 160 calories of almonds, we only absorb 130 calories because fibre in the almonds delays absorption of calories into the bloodstream, delivering those calories to the bacteria in your intestine, which “chew them up.” Therefore, a calorie inside a high-fibre food item is not equal to a calorie inside a low-fibre food item. FROM THE