Lifestyle Cyprus October 2022

AUTUMN

Hello October

We’re well and truly in

and whilst the

getting cooler, the temperature in the Lifestyle office is still cooking! I’m heading back to the UK this month for the Liverpool Lifestyle Awards and Liverpool Fashion Week but don’t worry, I’m only gone a couple of weeks. You can’t keep me away from the sunshine here!

I’ve just finished my first fitness bootcamp in Ayia Napa which I ran with my personal trainer, Papa Luckman. It was a huge success, and not as

exhausting as I anticipated. I shouldn’t have been surprised though as he has been training me intensively for the last three months.

If you missed out, don’t worry, we’re holding another one in April in Ayia napa which will include lots of lovely pampering as well. All the details are inside the magazine.

If you’re worried about the economy this autumn remember that the best things in life are free - love, laughter and your health, so keep reminding yourself of all the good things in

and

grateful

wonderful month

Agia Napa Medieval Festival aims to reproduce

time that left its mark on our cultural heritage. All the activities are inspired

the Medieval period,

everyday life and events during medieval times, including: Street theatre,Music concerts and dance shows, a medieval market with products for sale such as wine (in wooden barrels) and medieval food, medieval workshops such as pottery making, basketry and exhibitions

Medieval

WHY EVERYONE NEEDS TO ADVERTISE

So many times when I approach businesses to help them grow,

I get the response that they’re either too busy so “don’t need to advertise” or too quiet and will advertise when things pick up.

If you’re busy you can’t be complacent and expect your customers to come back, you have to give them a reason to return. What if there’s a slump in the economy? Advertising brings you loyalty.

And if you’re quiet then you need to advertise to ensure you’re the first choice for customers to come to.

This is the thing about business. Consistent advertising ensures greater business success. End of. If it didn’t work you wouldn’t see repetition of adverts on the TV, radio and of course in magazines and newspapers.

Think advertising doesn’t work ? Tell that to McDonalds, Coca Cola and the endless brands that are etched in your mind as ones to choose.

Need new trainers?

You’re bound to choose a brand like Under Armour or Nike or Adidas rather than an unbranded one. Why? Because advertising has persuaded you that these are the brands to trust for quality and delivering what they’re supposed to. One-off adverts don’t work, people need reminding. Advertising gives your business brand loyalty and promotes a positive image, giving you greater exposure for you to target your customers. You may have a restaurant that isn’t busy. But you need to advertise regardless, for when your potential customer is looking for somewhere to go out for dinner, you’ll be the first choice they remember. Advertising makes sure that the consumer knows that when they are in need, your business will be there to help them. A continuous amount of

consumers visiting your business is the first step to increase your sales. The more consumers you have, the more business you will have. Advertising creates business now and in the future.

And advertising encourages repeat business, for once you have got your customers, they’re bound to come back if you’re providing a great service and product. Ultimately, advertising makes your company money – It works. Advertising attracts customers to your business and increases your sales. When consumers see strong and positive advertisements they are more willing to buy and ready to choose your business. Invest in advertising for your business and you will watch it grow and succeed.

Advertising is about creating the desire for your customers. Which is why people love Lifestyle!

Talk to me about a bespoke advertising package to help grow your business. I can make you famous.

How do you write an autobiography?

Decide which part of your life you want to start from and end...

(The childhood that shaped you? The start of a relationship that changed you? The trauma that moved you? The successes that empowered you? The job you walked away from to pursue your dream?)

Write a list of the essential themes and stories around this, the emotions you experienced and how they impacted your life. Focus on key turning points that will resonate

with your readers.

Write a brief

bullet list of events in chronological order.

Draft scenes from your life and describe them illustratively, such as meeting your best friend, giving birth, breaking a bone, listening to your favourite piece of music for the first time, waking up in a new country for the first time.

Piece them all together with emotion and humour.

What is the purpose of your autobiography?

To share your story? To inspire others? To fulfil a personal ambition?

How will it end?

By giving it to AmandamossPR to help you create it, publish it and promote it. Email amanda@ amandamosspr.uk

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Lifestyle chats to artist and entrepreneur Ahmad Jaradat

The self taught artist paints from his studio based in his business, Floors & Walls in Paralimni and dreams of opening a gallery in Kapparis.

He came to Cyprus from Jordan in 1984 to study and settled here ever since.

He said, “I have always been interested in art, especially abstract. It started as a hobby and then my wife encouraged me to put them up for sale. I can never paint the same thing twice as everything is unique and I am starting to get

recognised. My paintings have been sold in Canada, Japan, the UK and Germany now.

His ideas for his beautiful, eye catching canvasses come to him from his emotions. He said, “Everyday experiences and my emotions inspire me to paint. For example when my wife told me she was pregnant I had the urge to pan her something, I wanted to give her something special. And when she gave birth I painted another canvass of us all together, Every time I feel something I get the urge to paint and my emotions are expressed in my paintings."

Recently a woman came in and commissioned a painting after separating from her

husband, She wanted to create something to make her feel desirable again and I painted her a heart. She loved it.”

“I love working with colour but I did make one painting in black which can go with anything. But I love colour, I am fascinated by colours, I think it is because I am a Leo."

Alongside his passion for art he sells flooring, custom made blinds and rungs at Floors and Walls which has been established for seven years. You can find Ahmad and buy his incredible paintings. They’re sure to touch a part of you.

Where is the best place to get hearing aids?

Hearing aids are an investment — get your money’s worth

Finally, no matter where you get your hearing aids from, they won’t be cheap. Hearing aids are an investment in clearer communication, human connectedness, improved health and happiness, and a better quality of life so it’s important you get your money’s worth.

Your hearing loss is unique — your hearing solution should be, too

Our hearing is complicated. It is also nuanced and unique to each individual — just like our sense of taste. (Why do some people love avocados or oysters while others hate them?) It only seems right, then, that the most effective solution to one’s hearing loss be nuanced, unique and slightly complicated, too.

Hearing aids — fit, programmed and supported by experienced hearing caring professionals — are the most dependable way to get a tailored solution that is just right for your unique needs. And rightly so especially today’s hearing aids. Smarter and more technically

advanced than ever before, the best hearing aids are able to do amazingly sophisticated things to help

Hearing care professionals are the difference between satisfaction and sitting in a drawer Only an experienced hearing professional has the skill and training to fit and program a hearing aid to your specific hearing and lifestyle needs. And as we wrote above, each person’s needs are unique.

There’s your hearing loss itself, which a hearing professional can specifically test and measure. What are your hearing thresholds? What frequencies do you struggle with? Are both ears affected? Is it the same loss in both?

Get your hearing aids from an experienced hearing care professional

As leaders in hearing healthcare for over 20 years, we’ve seen a lot. But one thing has remained consistent throughout the many innovations, scientific advancements and regulation changes of the past half century hearing aids fit and supported by skilled and caring hearing professionals produce the best and most satisfying results.

To confirm your hearing loss with a hearing test or consult with a hearing professional about treatment, call 77772627 and set up a free hearing consultation appointment with one of our hearing experts near you.

Want to be a writer? Author Dina Husseini can show you how

Tell us your background?

I graduated from the University of Nicosia with a BSc in Psychology. Then, I worked as a business management consultant for 9 years until I decided that writing made me happy as I write to escape my sorrows and troubles. Writing is more of a relief and an escape into wondrous worlds.

What made you want to be a writer? I'm still trying to answer that question, but I can say the will and the drive to create something better. To write a story where a person can resonate with and feel that they have been there and experienced that, also to write a story where the reader would throw the book at the wall for it being so good.

How many books have you written? What are they about? I've written 5 so far; the 5th one is a poetry book.

My Last Breath: Book One (My Last Book Series)

At sixteen years old, Davina lost her classmate which made her over sensitive and naïve, and she got herself in trouble with one of her teachers. Thinking all men were the same, Davina ignored the world around her, and isolated herself until she met Eddy, Taylor and Charlie and fell for all three. Which boy will steal her heart in the end, and will one past incident affect the safety of her family?

A Past Blast: Standalone

When a new drug hit the market, the world wasn’t prepared for what the consequences were. A handful of strong souls decided to fight for the entire world’s survival and destroy the threat. However, they weren’t expecting what fate would bestow upon them. Will the threat be dealt with? Or would the new drug take over and destroy everything?

August 4th: (Sad story about what happened to Beirut in 2020)

"This book goes out to BEIRUT, Lebanon and to

all the Lebanese around the world.

One Love.

One Life. One Lebanon.

United.

RIP to all who were killed in the blast."

August 4th is a heartwrenching book that chronicles emotions during the Beirut, Lebanon explosion on August 4, 2020. When a large amount of ammonium Nitrate stored at the port exploded, over 200 people lost their lives and over 6500 were injured. Billions of dollars in property damage left an estimated 300,000 people homeless.

Intense: (Romance that happened in one night) Love brings us together. Lies tear us apart.

Why lie when you can love for free?

Brad and Doxia met and it was insta-love, but will it last?

You work with a publishing company in Texas. How does that work? That's the wonders of the internet. Zoom calls. Emails. It's a lot of work but it's so much fun. Having the chance to be part of a growing company, Pen It Publications is one stop shy to becoming a big deal; with me by their side, I help and guide where I can. Pen It Publications is a traditional publishing house; and their requirements to becoming an author have changed drastically, because now--it's all about quality over quantity.

What services does your publishing company {Dinzy Finzy Publishing} offer? Dinzy Finzy Publishing's mission is to help authors hone their craft and become the best writers they can be. DFP believes in a culture that encourages authors to continue to grow and master their story-telling abilities. DFP wants the authors to soar and make great decisions for their projects, whatever they may be.

With the help of DFP's partners, DFP's authors can have their dreams come true.

Our services are: 1) Development Editing/ Story-Level Editing Fixing characters, developing the story, and creating plotlines. (Does not include grammar/ spelling)2) Story Consultant, Help writers develop dramatic story structure & help with finding a plot, & developing the main character's inner growth.

3) DFP Offers a wide range of courses. These courses help authors grow and master their craft.

(Email for more information) 4) Ghostwriting Services: You provide the idea and we will write your story. 5) Young Writer's Association: DFP helps younger writers (authors) learn and better themselves by working with like-minded individuals.

How difficult is it to become a published author these days? These days anything is difficult. When you put the work to bettering yourself, you'll get what you want no matter what happens or whoever tries to get in your way. BUT you have to want to make the effort. Do the work and achieve the outcome.

What do you do?

PR & Events Organizer

– Conceptual Graphic design.

Where do you live?

Famagusta area.

What is your background?

I have been working as a professional Graphic Designer and also hosting events.

How did you get into graphic design? Art was my passion as a child and I loved the idea also of creating the concept of campaigns and this is why I have decided to take the Graphic & Advertising Design course.

What type of companies do you work with?

I work with a variety of entrepreneurs; Start up, corporate and different professionals.

How do you find the economic climate in cyprus at the moment? Are you optimistic?

I understand that we live challenging times, however I am optimistic that each one of us will make the best to develop and grow personally and financially, as new ideas and opportunities will arise.

What do you love about being an

entrepreneur?

I love creating out for the box and inspiring others, collaborating also with amazing professionals.

Do you find any

obstacles being a woman in business in Cyprus? Indeed, however it’s not a man’s world and I embrace the equality between men and women.

What advice would you give someone wanting to set up their own business here? Write down your goals and believe in you! Never give up as there is always the answer for everything!

Tell us about the events you organize?

I aspire that the events I bring together to inspire people and create joyful vibes. In September 24th

I have launched my first ''Tri-Fusion of Minds'' series events, starting with a Gin Tasting.

Another ‘‘Gin n Jazz’’ is following in November, watch for it!

What have you got planned for the future? To create more interesting and successful projects!

Do you celebrate Halloween and if so, how will you be celebrating it this

month? I celebrate Halloween at Cyherbia

Botanical Park, by hosting a couple of the events there.

What do you love about living in Cyprus? The sunshine, the crystal waters, the hospitality and of course the food!

How do you relax?

With swimming, Tai Chi and power walks in nature.

What is your dream?

A peaceful life

What inspires you? People and daily experiences.

Where do you see yourself in 3 years? Living my goals!

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Kia PR & Grafiks

Kia PR & Grafiks

Well 12 months ago I did not expect

to be actually in Cyprus writing my own Fitness column after successfully completing my first Papa Luckman Bootcamp. It has taken a lot of hard work and creativity. You cannot just rock up and lead 4 challenging 2 hour sessions, over 2 days, at 4 different locations without meticulous planning. On the day of the races you need to be on top of your ‘A’ game, you need to quickly assess everyone’s ability, truly understand how each individual is feeling every step of the way and work hard to keep the similes beaming even when the going gets tough……This is in a nutshell is what I call the Papa Effect, you really do need to experience it!

None of this would have been achievable without the mentoring and promotion that Amamadamosspr and Lifestyle Magazine have given me. Papa would like to say a big thank you.

3, 2, 1, back in the room and reality bites. The highs and lows of being active are real and do not go away following an attendance at a Bootcamp, fitness class, gym session, run

or walk. Even more so now that we are entering the winter months, darker nights, and the cost of living is rising. Maintaining that momentum

through to 2023 is so important. This is where the mind-set of exercise really comes into

play, it is so easy to say ‘it’s nearly Christmas and I will start again in January 2023. If this is the only option for you then I would urge you to seriously consider the next Papa Luckman experience @Lifestyle Retreat in association with Amandamosspr.

It takes a matter of weeks to lose the performance gains you have made and before you know it will lose the motivation to start up again. If you do

manage to get back on the exercise horse after time out from your active routine, the next hurdle is the muscle pain you will go through to get back to where you were. This is a make or break point for a lot of people, it is unavoidable but the next session will not be so bad. If you know all this is coming, then you can plan your options to stay active. Reevaluate your goals for the next three months and choose something different to do. Consider the exercising at home option and doing short HIIT or strength based sessions (20-30mins), better still look at the option to work with a personal trainer to keep your focus and momentum. Always remember you have to enjoy your active lifestyle and accept that being active is not easy but remember the good times and what you have actually achieved already.

To help you with your journey through the winter months drop me a message or email for a free consultation.

For more details on all my fitness bootcamps and retreats go to:

www.papaluckmanfitness.com

Follow me on Instagram and Facebook:

@papaluckmanfitnessgroup

Lifestyle magazine held its first fitness bootcamp with Papa Luckman Fitness recently. The two day hardcore event in Ayia Napa was a huge success and another one is planned in the spring 2023

LP – ‘ART COMES OUT OF LIFE’

It’s so promising to have international artists perform on our small island. This summer we have seen Rock classics such as The Scorpions, Manowar and Uriah Heap perform, and I am hopeful that this is opening the door to more bigger international acts descending upon us. Next on the events agenda is LP!

American singer/ songwriter Laura Pergolizzi or as we know her as LP, is performing at Zante Venue in Limassol on the 2nd of October as part of her current European tour. In fact, this is not her first time here, LP visited the island in June 2019 where I had the pleasure of ‘bumping’ into her and experiencing how warm and friendly she is.

Hailing from Long Island, New York with Italian roots, the artist relocated to the warmer climate of Los Angeles in the beginning of her career, where she felt there was more space, musical history, more opportunities for artists and....... good weather.

LP has written and released six albums and three Eps and has achieved great success in her song writing by penning songs for artists including Rihanna, Christina Aguilera, Rita Ora, Celine Dion, Cher and others. Her eclectic talent in her song writing is obvious in her creations for these artists of different genres and contributes to her being considered as one of the biggest influences on the current pop-rock scene.

In all likelihood, the signs for her success were all there - her background consists of musical theatre and opera, (her mother studied and sang Opera) and she grew up listening and being influenced by the greats such as Elvis, Joni Mitchell, Roy Orbison, The Doors, Rolling Stones, Jeff Buckley, The Beatles and later progressing to classic rock including Led Zeppelin. All these influences woke up her passionate cravings to sing and move away from the expected academic career that her family wanted her to follow. Her passion and determination were too great, and her talent led her to follow that path that she wanted to pursue.

LP’s road to success has not been an easy one. In 2014, Warner Records decided to drop her

Music expert Drew Andreou, who organises Cyprus Rocks, gives her insight into the music scene around Cyprus. If you want to be included email

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after hearing three of her songs including Lost on You. Ironic as Lost on You is the song that rose LP to international fame in 2017 and is currently surpassing one billion streams! She believes that all her early unsuccess led her in the direction of song writing which gave her a free platform and allowed her to express herself through writing….95% of her songs are inspired by her experiences, whether good or bad.

Her upheaval gave her an enormous appreciation to what she has achieved in her career and uses her experiences to inspire and encourage others, not to give up on their dreams.

In addition to her lyric writing and singing, LP plays guitar, the ukulele (which she says gives a playful vibe to her songs) the harmonica and regularly incorporates the tambourine and her perfected whistling into her songs. Her music can be described as a mood cultivator touching your emotions with her unique and expressive big range level voice, with dreamy, lonely, and emotional tones.

The signature LP image, which is easily recognized, consists of her playful black curls,

and new songs from her latest album, Churches, which was released in 2021.

dark glasses which she sheepishly hides behind and her big mysterious smile…she may be petite in size but has a big and powerful voice and presence.

LP’s performance will feature her greatest hits

Tickets for the concert are available from SOLDOUTTICKETBOX. COM

HOROSCOPES

ARIES (21 MARCH–19 APRIL)

This is a time for streamlining your life, getting organised, and solving problems in practical ways. You benefit from a sense of stability as well as positive feedback from superiors. You are also more credible and reliable, which others appreciate. Romance blossoms nicely this month.

TAURUS (20 APRIL – 20 MAY)

This is a time when you are more willing to take personal risks. There may be unexpected events that free you from confining situations or past conditioning patterns. You are more inspired this month, and your personality fairly bubbles with bursts of enthusiasm.

GEMINI (21 MAY – 20 JUNE)

You would be able to bring more imagination to bear on your goals and ambitions now. It could be an excellent period promising much success in terms of love and relationships, provided you are willing to work on it. Long distance travel is also indicated with your beloved.

CANCER (21 JUNE – 22 JULY)

You are learning to rely on yourself and to take care of things that have undermined your confidence in yourself and in your life. You might find your ideals taking a more spiritual turn, thus involving you more in community and religious projects.

LEO (23 JULY – 22 AUGUST)

The urge for adventure and new experiences that introduce you to new cultures, beliefs, or feelings is likely very strong. Fortunate events occur as a direct result of your willingness to entertain the unusual and to think outside of the box.

VIRGO (23 AUGUST – 22 SEPTEMBER)

Sudden opportunities to expand your horizons, such as through travel, adventure, or learning can arise and jolt you out of your routine. Many of you will be strengthening relationships and, while it’s not necessarily easy going, you’ll reap the rewards later.

LIBRA (23 SEPTEMBER – 22 OCTOBER)

Major changes in the structure of your close personal relationships, and in your attitude towards them, are in store. You are more able to get in touch with your subconscious mind, and confronting your fears can be quite pleasurable during this period.

SCORPIO (23 OCTOBER – 21

NOVEMBER)

This is a time for streamlining your life, getting organized, and solving problems in practical ways. Your deep awareness of keeping track of your health and taking better care of yourself and your own needs will help you harness some of your active energy.

SAGITTARIUS (22 NOVEMBER -21 DECEMBER)

This period can bring closure or reevaluation to issues you have been dealing with regarding learning, communication and personal projects. Love is working in your favour from but does encounter some questions. More opportunities for, and less restrictions on, leisure time are in store for you.

CAPRICORN (22 DECEMBER – 19 JANUARY)

Your worldly goals may be watered down as you focus more on personal affairs. Some of you might

be leaning towards a more spiritual, creative, or artistic career. Superficial areas of your life will be removed or transformed, and you are freer to express your authentic self.

AQUARIUS (20 JANUARY –18 FEBRUARY) Your long-term goals and wishes tend to be broad or ahead of the times just now. You may particularly enjoy dreaming up ideas for the future. You may discover new interests and desires that help you to rid yourself of attachments that no longer serve you well.

PISCES (19 FEBRUARY – 20 MARCH) Connections that further your career goals are made this month, and partnerships, social life, and career are all tied to one another. This is a favorable time for love and romance. You will develop new friendship which will be very rewarding and helpful.

NOTES AND REFLECTIONS OF A WOMAN CREATING HER BEST LIFE

Stefania Bongiovanni

Do you feel stuck or does it seem that everything is falling apart? It may not be as bad as it seems... The Universe may be preparing you for something better, it may just mean that you need to make room for a new beginning... This is a huge topic to unfold and unfortunately we don’t have enough space now for addressing this subject, but I can give you some random insights and advice. I guess you will find the one that will answer your questions or will give you a cue for a deeper reflection.

∞ Stop complaining and appreciate how lucky you are every single day. Did you wake up this morning? Can you breathe? Did you sleep in a comfortable bed? Do you have a roof over your head? Do you have food on your plate? Are you in a happy relationship? Do you have a loving family? A good job (or at least a job to sustain you financially)?

Be grateful for everything you have. These are called abundances, and they will change your perspective on any challenge or obstacles you may be facing.

∞ Take some alone time, embrace staying with yourself, you may find the inspiration for reinventing yourself. Sometimes we need to take a break from everyone (also from the social networks, the news, etc.) to experience, appreciate and love ourselves. Let your inner self emerge. Let it shine. Let it be seen.

∞ Say goodbye to people that don’t bring positive energy into your life. This may be the reason why things are not going as you wish. But don’t blame them. Just take action and choose wisely who you want to share your energy with.

∞ “Whether you think you can or you think you can’t, you’re right.”(Henry

Ford). Take control of your thoughts, because whatever you grow in your garden will grow, either it’s good or bad.

∞ Always expect the best but when it doesn’t unfold the way you want it to, accept for what it is, and trust that it’s happening for you, not to you.

∞ This too shall pass. It may pass like a hurricane, but after rain comes sunshine, after challenge comes growth. Allow yourself to reborn stronger than before. And now, gorgeous, just go out there and start living your best life!

Who am I? I’m an Italian living in Cyprus and loving it crazily. My name is Stefania Bongiovanni, some of you will know me as the founder of The Girlfriends’ Circle, but as well as the woman who believes in #sisterhood and in #womensupportwomen.

Secure Corporate and Domestic Storage in Cyprus - Peter Morton Removals Ltd

Sixteen years ago the Morton Family relocated from Essex to Paphos, with four young children.

Soon after arriving Peter and Debbie started PMR Cyprus. At first it was only going to be a small man with a van service but they soon

saw a huge gap in the removals industry. This was something Peter had done when he first left school.

They employed their first couple of staff and started taking on the larger removals.

Within a short timespan customers were

asking them to ship their goods primarily back to the UK.

They looked in to the option of this and found it was another service they could offer. Leading on from this they found partners in the UK to start importing customers personal effects back to them in Cyprus.

From starting within their kitchen with a computer and just one van, they now boast 26 full time employees, 17 removal trucks and have a 7500 square meter storage facility incorporating the offices.

The storage facility holds over 700 storage crates starting from just 12 euros plus VAT per

UK

This makes them the only company both sides of the water owned by the same people. This is totally unique and it also allows them to be in full control of your shipments. The office staff whilst miles apart are working together as if in the same office. They offer the full in-house services to assist you with either Transfer of Residency (TOR) or if you are paying Duties & Taxes along with full car registration in Cyprus, should you require it.

They can also offer outside container storage

have vast amounts of open storage areas within the warehouse and outside for storage of vehicles, boats or oversized

Brexit they have realized, as with all industries, the huge increase in costs with shipping and destination

solid base

future

are running two vehicles and have five full time staff

board.

To summarise, if you need any advice or guidance on a local move, worldwide relocations both to and from Cyprus, along with first class storage facilities please do not hesitate to contact us.

Take a look at their website, Facebook pages and Instagram to see exactly what they are all about, along with some excellent reviews from customers.