At times I wonder what the purpose is; is it the writing or is it the creation of Avennyou? What is driving my journey? Is it the sharing of ideas that matters to me—the playful process of engaging with words—or is it the actual creation of a real thing that will hopefully be used by myself and by others. It is the interplay of these two dimensions of the spiritual and the physical, each threatening to diminish the other.  The more I think of it, the more I see how these two dimensions are incorporated and inseparable.  Their establishment was based on their mutua...

Further to our mission, as shared here, to start introducing inspiring stories of women who are pursuing their dreams, let me introduce you to the first Daring Woman who shares her story with us: Orit Sagi Sarne. Orit decided to start a sportswear business from her own need for beautiful and unique sports clothes that can be stylish enough to take her through a day of running errands, as well as stopping by for a coffee break with a friend. She started her career as a brand marketing manager, but after giving birth to her first child, she decided to develop one of her lifelong in...

Will self-actualization be a goal for many of us in the 21st century?  Whether it is a goal we intentionally set for ourselves or whether we are simply looking to find more purpose at work, the world of employment in the near and distant future will provide us with challenges that we had better be prepared for. It will require us to cultivate a very wide, macro view of our potential contribution, be it as employees, employers, entrepreneurs, leaders or experts in the field. In this post I would like to share some of the factors that, from the experiences of my own journey, I have...

Inspiration! Depending on your interpretation, there is so much essence in this word: the exchange of ideas, observation, encouragement, new goals, plans and aspirations. Inspiration can also be a significant drive for change in women's leadership positions, encouraging more women to aspire and believe in their ability to get there. But inspiration isn’t enough. There needs to be a cross-platform adaptation in order to get the right impact of change: across home, motherhood, education and career. In corporations, more women should start climbing the ladder, more women should hold ont...

Being involved in a creative process is like existence in two parallel dimensions, the physical and earthly, and the spiritual, whereby you are floating within your imagination and the stories you build in your head. It is the dream of the innovator who connects the seemingly impossible with the possible by linking the two dimensions and making their paths cross.  It is not by compromise, surrender and oblivion that you can live a fulfilling life. To me, creating your reality means pursuing opportunities, being conscious of your own strengths and weaknesses, cultivating fl...

If you haven't seen them yet, make sure you do next time they're in town.  Rasta Thomas’ Rock the Ballet starring the Bad Boys of Dance is a fusion of classical ballet with hip hop, tap, contemporary dance, and awesome acrobatics, creating an amazing high energy show that appeals not only to seasoned ballet lovers but also to dance fans and theatre-goers alike. Rock The Ballet is a perfect example of how dance can be masculine, energetic, and sexy. This superbly trained, charismatic and acrobatic group of dancers provide a new interpretation to modern dance, extending its...

I must admit that I am not an accessories person. I tend to look for the practical functionality of all the objects I use. And though I fully appreciate a well-groomed appearance with general accessorization, I find it hard to adopt this style myself. I suppose you could say that I take classic interpretations as my cue for personal trimming, for example, the addition of that winter must, the scarf. Using a scarf just to keep warm is, of course, an option, but one look at all the images below and you will probably agree with me that the touch of a scarf elevates the look, lending a na...

I am struggling through layers of memory to try and figure out when and why I came to the conclusion that I may not be creative enough. It is not that I lack creative qualities; it is just that for years I have been under the impression that I lack the creative spark. The unhappy product of perfectionism I guess, and a state of mind that browbeats you into doing everything perfectly or backing out entirely. This has made me forgo any artistic or imaginative endeavors, choosing instead the role of professional corporate advisor; supporting the decision makers rather than being persona...

So, you've opened up an Instagram account and the traffic in there is going a bit slow? Here are 5 hot tips that will help add some flavor to your virtual photo album. Rule #1- What is your language? Like every social media platform you own, you should really give some thought to the language and ideas you share on the internet. Just as an example, if you think there is even the slightest chance your future self might want to go into the field of politics, it would probably be wise to put all those bikini selfies on hold. Just saying. Try and think of an angle that you w...

I often wonder how trends get shaped. What is the driving force behind them? Do they emerge from the germ of an idea conceived by an authority in the field, such as fashion designers, and then adopted by a growing number of followers? Or perhaps it is the complete opposite: cultural changes and audience preferences prompt fashion leaders to create the models and inspiration which they then reflect back to their fans. Fashion is essentially the most popular mode of expression. This is especially true nowadays when there are endless means for everyone to speak their minds and almost no...