At the age of 33, I was diagnosed with diabetes. I would have never imagined today at 36 I’d see such an auto-immune disease as a gift rather than a curse.
Prior to my diagnosis I ran for 10 months in uncrated fear unwilling to admit I could be a diabetic. With each passing month I found my life slipping from underneath me as I began to lose weight rapidly, a feeling of fatigue followed my every action, endless thirst, blurred vision with momentarily blindness; I was fighting to stay alive and ironically knew the reason.
The night I was hospitalized I was near death later discovering my A1C was at 11.2% and if I didn’t seek medical attention I would have secretly slipped into a coma during the night. Once the doctor announced his diagnosis I stared at the cold white walls of the emergency room and said to myself, “I will find a cure, this is not my ending”. From that moment, I’ve gone on a journey as a type 1 diabetic that has allowed me to see the world I want to live in, not the world I currently live in.
I am proud to share I currently have a A1C of 5.9% pre-diabetic, with the goal of 5.6% in the next year ahead. How did I reach these astonishing results? Through the daily practice of leading a health conscious mind-set that is fed by the BE- DO-HAVE Paradigm Shift in addition to clean eating, the knowledge of our bodies biochemistry and a daily fitness routine. I didn’t want to settle with wearing a pump or going on a unpractical diet plan, instead I desired to create a new lifestyle something of substance which in return would only enrich my life positively.
Since being diagnosed I’ve set-off to deliver worldwide media exposure for several prestigious diabetes organizations & highly recognized retailers: Beyond Type 1, JDRF, American Diabetes Association, Diabetes Alive, T1D Exposed, Myabetic, and Lauren’s Hope. I’ve also been featured on Hawaii News Now, 101.7 KKIQ, 92.1 KKDV, Healtheo360, Diabetes Connections, East Bay Times, Diabetes Power show, T1D Exposed Nude Calendar Advocacy Project, Bay Area Focus, and Diabetes Late Nite for my advocate efforts.
Today, I continue on a path of uniqueness and reflective charisma raising diabetes awareness with a message of positivity as I always share with those I encounter, Every Setback is the Setup for the Glamour in Life ™
Tory Burch Block-t Leather Satchel-Handbags. Vintage House of Hartwig, Paris of the Desert Tucson Wool Dress, similar found on Etsy. Long Leather Gloves, similar here & here. Make-up c/o Belleci Cosmetics. Sam Edelman Halan Pointy-Toe Pumps.
Does the following statement below sound familiar to you?
“If only I could HAVE a certain thing, I would DO something, and then I would BE happier.” There are laws which govern the Universe (as many of us are aware of), such as the Law of Gravity. The Law of Gravity is always consistent: if we fall, we will find ourselves rapidly moving toward impact– it’s that simple. As the Law of Gravity governs the behavior of our falling body, the Law of Attraction, is a spiritual principle that governs how we bring into existence what we seek in life. The Law of Attraction states that we magnetize or draw towards ourselves whatever we give our focus and attention too.
Could life be this simple to parallel into abundance and true success by just mastering a brilliant mind of attention? And what is this brilliant mind and where does one obtain such a mind-set?
Is it something we DO or achieve through BE-ing our higher-self?
This is different from living in a state of yearning, or chronic wanting (“I wish I could . . . “) Rather it is about choosing the experience one wants (“I am grateful . . . “) and allowing the details to work themselves out. Some may refer to this as living in the moment or BE-ing present. Whatever you may call it, it has an effect on the governed laws of the Universe and a behavioral conditioning on our personal results. Wanting only effects more wanting and trying doesn’t create results it only allows you to exist in a vast universe of energy.
The question that I am often asked is, what inspires you? I find for me it comes from not only authentic glamour, but the luxury to create the life you desire.
Until you live the life from within your imagination, you will never be able to act on those beliefs. I grew up with tremendous mental strength which consists of persistence not to mention a vision greater than my current reality. When a child holds onto a mental image there is no stopping their possibility or success. I’ve gone through a number of levels of growth and each time a new version of myself transpires unlocking hidden potential and shifting paradigms.
To truly succeeded in life you must remember to BE the person you envision, DO what they would and then HAVE that life. In many ways, we are ALL blocking our birthright of having a life of abundance and freedom. Isn’t it time you take control of your thoughts and create the life you deserve?
Casino Nights Beaded Cocktail Dress (similar here, here & here). Freshwater Pearl Earrings (Theresa Fisher, similar here). Vintage Gold Brooch Evening Clutch (similar here & here). Kate Spade New York Licorice Pumps. Foundation c/o Belleci Cosmetics. MAC Cosmetics, ‘Chili’ Matte Lipstick.
Known for being glamorous with an Old-Hollywood persona, I surprisingly don’t have a glam squad for any of my photo-shoots or magazine fashion editorials – everything you view is authentically done by myself. I rarely will ever spend more than 20 minutes on beauty when I’m not modelling and have found over the years a number of fool proof techniques.
My introduction to make-up as a young girl (approx. 6) where I remember watching my sister prepare for a number of San Francisco dance rituals. Years later, I found myself at my grandmother’s vanity painting my soft lips with her red lipstick by Revlon, a moment that still holds as a cherished memory. From this I quickly become intrigued on the art of make-up and how it could easily highlight ones natural characteristics. Soon after, I found myself utilizing the women of the 1950’s as my personal role models where glamour was at its zenith.
For me, make-up provides an epitome of confidence and sass. I believe it’s a lot to do with recognizing our natural attributes and accentuate on those features rather than wailing over those we don’t favor. With a belief that less is more, there is no wonder I exclusively wear Belleci Cosmetics. From my impromptu introduction at a Badgley Mischka Bridal Event nearly three years ago a prospering partnership began. 
I’ve been forever devoted to Belleci Cosmetics Founder & Creator, Stephanie Belleci Manna and her 28 years of experience, not to mention, her advocacy to support women all of ethnicities, age and skin type. With a core belief of what true beauty is she has worked with today’s leading cosmetic companies, plastic surgeons, and dermatologists to create custom foundations for thousands of individual women. I have yet to meet another woman that radiates this rarity of authentic beauty inside and out.
Today, as a Media Relations Representative for Belleci Cosmetics I get to stand by a woman who is not only changing the beauty industry with her Patent Pending Color Control Anti-Aging Custom Foundation System, but with her empowering message to women around the world to BE FABULOUS! BE CREATIVE! BE YOU!
Her triumphant story of failure and success will soon be featured in the San Francisco Chronicle & SFStyle Online where the former Oakland Raiderette and Benefit Make-Up Artist shares the why behind her newly launched product line which is literally changing how women think and do their makeup forever.
*Images have not been edited or altered.
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Make-up c/o Belleci Cosmetics. Dress The Population Claudette Textured Dress. ‘Miss Tatiana’ Vintage Lace Brim Hat c/o Murley & Co Millinery. Cultured Freshwater Pearl Ring (similar here, here & here). Leather Clutch (similar here). Manolo Blahnik. BB Pump.
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