Conversations with Marsha Fry: Recent Episodes
Marsha Fry
Conversations with real people whose journeys will will inspire you to action. Celebrating passions and sharing lifestyle content to will improve your journey.
Have you ever experienced the extraordinary phenomenon of a song that grew up on you? That experience of disliking the organisation or composition of a certain beat, the lyrics, or even the voice of the artiste?
Check out Just say 'Whatever'! in the new Edition of Out and About Magazine.
Editor's Note
"You gain strength, courage and confidence by every experience in which you really stop to look fear in the face. You must do the thing you think you cannot do." —Eleanor Roosevelt.
You know that thing you've had in mind, but, for some reason, you've been hesitant to take the next step? You must do the thing you think you cannot do.
We are all storytellers because we tell our own stories each day. You hold the cards to your life in your hands, so trust the process and write your own story. Despite the obstacle or that moment of doubt, once you face that fear and step in that direction, even if you do it while afraid, you will be stronger for it.
Features and Highlights
This Edition of Out and About Magazine is all about storytelling, and what better way to do that than to hear from Abu Dhabi residents first-hand? Of course, we also cover fashion, food and travel, so you will definitely get your fill from this Edition.
Get started with our Voices - My Abu Dhabi Story feature with Chef Thinus Van Der Westhuizen, who went from brain cancer to Michelin Star. His story sets you up to enjoy The Residents Voices, which features other Abu Dhabi stories. Get ready to be inspired!
In Abu Dhabi, check out A Star-studded Golf Classic by Steve Harvey Gala Dinner and the Dream Ball, raising funds with others at heart.
In Fashion, we share Hublot x Cheval Blanc Randheli and The Code 11.59 by Audemars Piguet: Starwheel revisits the Tradition of Wandering Hours. There is also Ted Baker's Christmas Guide (hint, hint)!
Check out 5 Vegan Beauty Products for the Holiday Hamper in our Beauty section.
In the Lifestyle section, we talk about 7 Steps to Finding your Peace and Pushing Through Tough Times and Difficult Obstacles, as well as Fitness and Food features. In Food, we look at Michelin-starred Hakkasan Abu Dhabi and list 9 Holiday Drinks from Around the World. This Edition's Fitness feature delves into 5 Fitness Trends to Look out for in 2023.
For the Travel & Experiences section, know that Rixos Bab Al Bahr is for couples, too, and find out the Top 12 Reasons Budapest is the Ultimate Winter Wonderland City to Visit. Also, take a peek Inside the AED 130-million Riva Del Lusso.
In For the Culture, check out Commitment to Chance, and for Shelf Life, grab The Gifts of Imperfection.
You gain strength, courage and confidence through every experience
We may not know the outcome when we begin, but irrespective of the result, taking the step would've been a lesson learned and a move towards being more courageous and confident.
You are a lot stronger than you think!
Out and About Magazine, along with the team that made this Edition possible, is always here to remind you of your greatness. Boldly tell your story!
This Edition of Out and About Magazine is all about storytelling, and what better way to do that than to hear from Abu Dhabi residents first-hand? Of course, we also cover fashion, food and travel, so you will definitely get your fill from this Edition.
Get started with our Voices feature in the section In Abu Dhabi, with Chef Thinus Van Der Westhuizen, who went from brain cancer to Michelin Star. His story sets you up to enjoy The Residents Voices, which features other Abu Dhabi stories. Get ready to be inspired!
Check out the full issue at www.outandaboutmag.com.
It's time to commit to your chance.
by Jerome Douglas
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Editor’s Note In a gentle way, you can shake the world.
— Mahatma Ghandi
Do you believe in yourself?
Whether it is quiet confidence or one that is a bit more assertive, the key is knowing that you can. You can make an impact on this world. Yes, you can.
It is very easy for doubts to creep into the minds of even the most poised among us, but whether big or small, we can each make a difference. This difference might not rise to national or international level recognition, but impacting even one life is enough.
One act can have a ripple effect with huge impact. Be mindful that a kind gesture today is likely to be remembered tomorrow; in a gentle way, you can shake the world.
Features and Highlights
In this Edition of Out and About Magazine, get your fill of all things fashion, food, travel, and experiences!
Start by checking out our Talent Pool feature with entertainer Hamdan Al Abri, who is committed to spreading positivity through music.
In Fashion, we share Ted Baker Autumn 2022: Womenswear and Menswear collection and check out the Complete Autumn-Winter Capsule Wardrobe Checklist for the Minimalist.
Check out The 3-step five-minute makeup routine for ultra-busy women in our Beauty section.
In the Lifestyle Section, we talk about Imposter Syndrome. Also, check out the lifestyle features The Energy of Love in Raising Personal Power and Baby loss Awareness: How to support a loved one in need.
Then in Food, read Ray's Grill: Food and Drink from the 63rd floor before moving on to All you need to know about the Japanese Bento Box.
For the Fitness Section, find out 11 Reasons you should be doing Reformer Pilates.
In Travel & Experiences, read about the Mysk Moon Retreat: A quiet Haven in the midst of the Sharjah Desert and An artistic Adventure in Japan's Hokuriko region.
Also, find out the Top 5 Wheelchair Accessible Ferris Wheels in the World and 7 Destinations around the world to explore if you are looking for somewhere off the beaten path. Plus, Plan Ahead for your Winter Escape in Geneva and check outthe New-look Mandarin Oriental Palace, Luzern in Switzerland awaits.
For the Culture, check out Check MATE, and for Shelf Life, learn The 10x Rule: The Only Difference Between Success and Failure.
You can shake the world
Remember, you have the ability to shake the world. All you need to do is believe in yourself. Know that the possibilities are endless, as your action may one day change the world.
Out and About Magazine, along with the team that made this Edition possible, is always here to remind you of the strength within. You can shake the world!
Marsha
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Marsha Fry sat down with Abri to talk music, life and more in the new issue of Out and About Magazine.
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For the Culture, check out Check MATE
I'm a huge admirer of people who excel at the game of chess. The intensity and the aura that these players exude from their eyes are captivating and probably enchanting for novices like me, who one day would like to be a grandmaster: Checkmate!
There is a symbiotic unbalanced dynamic that makes life seem so balanced. Our expectations are normalised when we see the same outcomes happen by the same efforts we continue to make. The moment there is a deviation from our expectations, confusion arises.
In this article, I will outline the signs you need to look for to know when it is time to take a major leap in your life. I will also interweave some of my personal stories. Reading the entire article, as at the end, I will tell you what you can do to make the leap a little less scary.
Read in the new issue of Out and About Mag www.outandaboutmag.com
Michael Lombard sets the record straight as he talks about his background in music and how he got started in fashion.
MichaelLombard #fashiondesigner #celebritydesigner #fashiondesigner
Behind the Brand, which features Thomas Ovesen, the owner of T.O.P Entertainment, and the man behind some of the region's top live entertainment events, including the upcoming 50 Cent and Justin Bieber concerts in Dubai.
"The purpose of our lives is to be happy.”
— Dalai Lama
Are you fulfilling your purpose?
While some of us have already figured out our purpose and how to achieve it, many are still putting the pieces together as they try to determine their place in the world and their contribution to humankind. Irrespective of the stage at which you are, know that it is a process.
And, as part of that process, remember that "the purpose of our lives is to be happy". So, if you need to pause, take a step back, or even start over, know that it is okay and that period of refocusing might help to align with that purpose.
Features and Highlights
This edition of Out and About Magazine is all about setting the tone to get back into routine after a break!
You can start with Behind the Brand, which features Thomas Ovesen, the owner of T.O.P Entertainment, and the man behind some of the region's top live entertainment events, including the upcoming 50 Cent and Justin Bieber concerts in Dubai.
In our Fashion Feature, Michael Lombard sets the record straight as he talks about his background in music and how he got started in fashion. You can then delve into our Beauty feature to learn The Secrets to Healthier Skin and Hair that could be Hiding in your Kitchen.
Check out the Lifestyle feature How to know when it is time to take a major leap in your life, then develop a Money Mindset: Creating Financial Abundance.
Fitness provides tips on Getting back into Routine post-Summer Holidays and Intermittent fasting and hindrances to weight loss.
Then in Food, explore the 9 Surprising Benefits of Teff Grain and The Ultimate Beginner's Guide to Meal Prep before moving on to Afternoon Tea: History and top places to try in Abu Dhabi and Dubai, Clay Dubai: The Japanese-Peruvian Experience, and Zuma Abu Dhabi: Prepare to be Amazed in Food Journeys.
For the Travel & Experiences Section, check out our Top 5 Countries for Solo Travellers and the best time to travel and Discover Untold Stories in AlUla this Summer. It continues with The Ultimate Honeymooners Escape at Grand Park Kodhipparu, An Ark to Armenia, and Nourish your mind, body and soul at JW Marriott Maldives Resort & Spa.
For the Culture, check out Normalising being Mindlessly Mindful. In Shelf Life, checkout Essentialism: The disciplined pursuit of less.
Be happy
Trust the process and be reminded that at the end of the day, the purpose of our lives is to be happy, so don't lose sight of that as you figure it all out.
Out and About Magazine and the team that made this edition possible are here to share in your journey and cheer you on. Don't forget to be happy!
Editor’s Note
"Success is not final; failure is not fatal: It is the courage to continue that counts.” — Winston Churchill
It is the courage to continue that counts. As we gear up for the exciting summer months and the opportunity to take a breather and relax a bit, know that all we have endured over the last few months, both positive and negative, would have got us to this point. You are here now and not where you were two months ago. You did that! So, take a minute or 20 to acknowledge that you are here at this moment because you had the courage to continue. The aim is always to keep going. After all, success is not final, and failure is not fatal. You are here because you endured and did the only thing that counts—continuing.
Features and Highlights
This edition of Out and About Magazine is all about summer fashion, food, travel, and experiences, and boy, did we go all out for you! Kick-start your summer reading with Taking Lessons, which features Dr Tomasz Zaleski, Chairman of the Board for the Private Office of H.H. Sheikh Ahmed Bin Faisal Al-Qassimi.
In Fashion, we share What Summer Colours you Need in your Wardrobe and take a look at Wearable Technology: A Step Beyond Fashion. We also noticed a trend and thought we would bring you in on the action with Here comes the bride, all dressed in… black?
Check out the Summer Make-up Tips in our Beauty section. Also, in Beauty, read Face Rollers: Are they worth buying? And find out How to Prevent Leg Chafing, complete with Products to Help.
In the Lifestyle Section, we talk about Fitness, Food, and Food Journeys. Check out the lifestyle feature Our 5 Senses: The Gateways to Wellbeing and Prosperity. Food provides you with A Beginner’s Guide to Different Types of Coffee and 5 Summer Foods for Heart Health.
Then in Food Journeys, Experience a Sensorial Culinary Journey at Taj Exotica Resort & Spa, The Palm, Dubai, before moving on to A Modern take on Indian Food at Roobaru. Also, in Food, find out about Seven of the Best Home-grown Concepts and Chefs making a Splash on the International Foodie Scene.
For the Travel & Experiences Section, Rejuvenate your body and soul at The Oberoi Beach Resort, Get that Summer Glow at Sofitel Spa and gear up for A Second Season at the METT Bodrum. Of course, we remembered the children, too, so we gave you Summer Indoor Fun: 8 Family Experiences to Enjoy.
For the Culture check out Self-pivoting: Time to Transform, and for Shelf Life, check out Grit: The Power of Passion and Perseverance, Reviews.
Courage to continue counts Remember, you are where you are today because you had the courage to keep going. Whether you thought it was possible two months ago or not, you got yourself here! So savour it, especially now that summer is just around the corner.
Out and About Magazine, along with the team that made this Edition possible, is always here to remind you of your greatness.
Just keep pushing!
Lots of love,
Marsha x
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Taking lessos from Dr Tomasz Zaleski, Chairman of the Board for the Private Office of H.H. Sheikh Ahmed Bin Faisal Al-Qassimi.
Features and highlights
For Behind the Brand, we talk to serial entrepreneur Oweis Zahran about his journey and his father's influence.
In Fashion, we delve into Women's Arab Fashion Week, bringing you the looks from the runway or take a look at 7 Iconic Designer Bags and the Women who Inspired them in this lookback. Did any of your favourites make the list? Did you know the story behind them?
Also, relive Fashion from the Red Carpet at the 2022 Oscars and snippets from the afterparty, because It wouldn't be the Oscars without Vanity Fair.
Then in Beauty, take your pick of the Best Anti-Ageing Creams and Serums.
In Lifestyle, Rebranding: Inner Discovery for Outer Presentation explores personal rebranding. The section also features a piece on Practical Post-pandemic Ideas for your Office and Leisure Spaces.
Get tips on Keeping Fit during Ramadan in our Fitness section. Then in Food, Reduce your Footprint with Sustainable Cooking and enjoy some Food Journeys.
In the Travel and Experiences section, Experience Paradise on Earth at Mysk Kingfisher Retreat and Escape to the Picturesque Haven of Mysk Al Badayer through the pages of Out and About Mag.
You can also check out The Museum of the Future: A New Knowledge and Innovation for a taste of what's to come and Inside the Honeymoon of Mona Kattan and Hassan Elamin at St Regis Maldives Vommuli.
We also share 5 Sites every Muslim should visit in Spain.
In our For the Culture, Do you have "IT"? Find out in the feature. We also take a closer look at Men and Mental Health.
The seat of the Soul by Gary Zukav is our Shelf Life feature.
Oweis Zahran is a serial entrepreneur and philanthropist. He is the owner of OWS Capital Investment, OWS Automotive and co-owner of MELT Middle East, which he owns with comedian and TV host, Steve Harvey.
Out and About Magazine, with the team that made this Edition possible, is always here to give you that needed nudge to be your greatest self while savouring every experience on this journey called life.
A thought-provoking piece, Choosing Contentment over Complacency: Could this be the key to happiness?, that will definitely trigger some introspection.
Dr Sayed Ali, the Wheels that turn the Michael Cinco brand, talks about being an employee to founding a fashion brand.
Conversations with Marsha Fry presents Irma Khan, Global Marketing Director at Caterpillar Inc.
Conversations with Marsha Fry presents Natalia Freys, Founder and CEO of PAPA Dubai and PAPA Moscow
Conversations with Marsha Fry presents Valentina Castellani: Legacy, light, action! President and Chairman of Quinn Studios Entertainment #quinnstudios #valentinacastellani #francescoquinn #anthonyquinn
You are in control. And, the beauty of it is, we always get a chance to improve, do better, start over, chart a different course. All it takes is willpower, the ability to envision your destination and a new day.
Renewal is a common theme at the end of every year, as we look to do things differently, explore new opportunities and hope for improved outcomes at the dawn of a new year. Just like the cycle of a day, after a year ends, another begins. New possibilities emerge in the morning.
Will you embrace the morning and make the most of it? That decision rests with you.
But, as always, we at Out and About Magazine aim to provide the tools to guide you along the way. Things are always better in the morning, so let’s claim it!
Laura gives you the tools to end the year on the right note and kick-off 2022 like professionals with the features: Reviewing 2021 and Gettings Ready for 2022!
Behind the Brand with Ozlem Shahin Ertas the CEO of Modest Fashion Weeks and Think Fashion talks inclusion and plans for the global brand. Check out her story, and we dare say you will agree with us dubbing her a fashion change-maker and visionary.
We had a chat with Jamaica's Minister of Tourism, the Right Honourable Edmund Bartlett.
We are Taking Lessons from Dr Khalilah Camacho-Ali, the former wife of boxing legend Muhammad Ali. She holds very little back and tells her side of their story as she shares her take on the power of prayer and her hope for the world.
Bringing you a different perspective in Triangular Vision: Succumb to Pressure or Take Responsibility?
In 5 Ways to Set Boundaries while Working Remotely, learn a few tips to striking that balance.
Dive in as a dad explains How a Son spawned an Idea to Help Future Leaders, a piece that is food for thought.
Celebrate people, their passions and the places they explore in this month's issue. Then head out and about Expo 2020 Dubai with Out and About Magazine.
Meet H.E. Tarid Sufian, Ambassador of Malaysia to the United Arab Emirates at Expo 2020 Dubai.
Taking Lessons from Rev Dr Daniel Garcia, humanitarian and founder of Women’s Empowerment Investment Forum, puts things into perspective as he champions the cause for women.
Behind the Brand, Tariq Abu Samra and Jaya Arunsalam of BloomingBox share some lessons learnt as they continue to grow their online gifting platform.
We tackle Why Every Mother should take a Solo 'Mumcation, as well as how to recognise and deal with emotional abuse as an adult.
Meet our co-founder and managing director José E Almeida Araujo, a multilingual entrepreneur, business development expert and professional football manager.
Owner of Peacefull, Salama Mohamed, in our Behind the Brand feature, talks about her skincare journey and how that influenced her company’s work to help others be at peace in their skin in order to achieve the highest form of self-love.
The first male Emirati fashion stylist, Faisal Naser (F.A.N.A.N), shares how he got into the business, his inspiration and his approach when styling someone for the first time.
Taking Lessons feature with Salma Kayali. The Vice President of Innovation at ALDAR dropped some gems that are bound to lead to introspection.
Editor’s Welcome
Remember each new day you get to turn a page in your life and write your own story. So how do you choose to write it?”
— Tammy Mentzer Brown
Challenges and disappointments will come, but you determine your destiny. So, do not feel discouraged. If you have a setback, pick yourself up, try again, and make sure you’re ready for the comeback.
Check out what's in this issue of Out and About Magazine.
In our For the Culture feature, Jerome explores An Unmasking: The Link Between Culture and Men, follow as we explore the connection.
For this article, Leisa Grace will define money mindset as the set of beliefs you have about money and your attitude towards earning, spending, saving, and investing money.
We tackle why we should review our goals often in Mid-year Review: Taking Control of Our Goals, exploring, too, the five-step goal-setting system.
Green Fashion takes centre stage in our Fashion Feature as we take a closer look at whether fashion can be sustainable, providing some tips on curating such a wardrobe.
In Taking Lessons from Toufi Saliba, a veteran in the world of start-ups, the technopreneur delves into the world of non-fungible tokens, even making a prediction for 2030.
It is your season, literally! You hear the whisper of the wind of change in the distance, and you can almost see the turning point up ahead. You have been diligently working, learning and growing, consistently putting one foot in front of the next—always moving forward. If you’re honest with yourself, you’ve always known you had it in you. Stop dimming your own light and step forward in confidence—thrive.
With each step, you put yourself that much closer to your target. Sometimes, you hesitate or question yourself even, but don’t forget that you are a part of something bigger. Your hard work, your effort or that boulder which you have been chipping away at might be just the impetus an onlooker needs to start believing in themself. So, keep going; the victory is yours.
Let’s bet on ourselves. As always, we at Out and About Magazine are here to cheer you on and remind you that it can be done, and you can do it!
Trust your Process for Progress looks at hermit crabs, their natural adaptations, and how they are good examples of creating the best situation to fit into their growing needs. This issue’s For the Culture feature, we, too, can learn a thing or two from these crabs.
Kesian Bennett talks about team-building, motivation and owning the only Jamaican-owned restaurant, Kingston 21, in the country in our Behind the Brand feature. We also get to know the restaurant’s head chef Ricardo.
Taking Lessons from an author, motivational speaker and lifestyle coach, we learn from Cornell Thomas that having the right mindset is integral for entrepreneurship. The CEO of Cornell Thomas Consulting also reminds us to focus on solutions instead of problems—an approach he says helped him get back on his feet.
Miss Friendship International 2019 and fashion designer Emilia Dobreva talks about taking inspiration from her mom modelling career to now, herself, becoming a model and the owner of her own clothing brand, Oh My Dear Emi.
Meet Emirati musician Arqam Al Abri in our Talent Pool. The Black Excellence Award nominee talks music, inspiration, and purpose as he unpacks the message he would tell his 20-year-old self if he could: “Address your fears.”
We tackle ways of Amplifying the Creativity of your Teams in Tough Situations, exploring, too, the various strategies to build a culture of innovation.
Find out How Film Influences Fashion as we explore connections in the film and fashion industry, highlighting signature looks that have set trends and still influence style and fashion sense today.
We know it is not the easiest thing to do, but Staying Positive During Difficult Conversations gives you a roadmap on how to do just that. So, no need to fear difficult conversations as a leader; we give you simple tools to tackle those moments while remaining open, vulnerable and ready for feedback.
Since we are taking some time to reflect and take stock, learn the answer to the question: Is Imposter Syndrome Holding you Back?
Intentionally Reincarnated looks at the life cycle of the butterfly and how we, too, can follow the stages and eventually watch and enjoy our bloom.
Early Retirement may be Easier than you Think, find out the steps one woman took—including relocating—to make it a reality.
In Passive vs. Active Income: Addressing the Myths, learn the difference between the two and get some pointers on becoming actively involved to start creating instead of waiting for something to happen by investing in your talents and skills.
Let’s settle the Fitness debate once and for all in Multivitamin: A Hard Pill to Swallow. See what the research and the doctor say on whether multivitamins are good for us.
"Every great dream begins with a dreamer. Always remember, you have within you the strength, the patience, and the passion to reach for the stars to change the world."
—Harriet Tubman
All it takes is a small thought that is nurtured until it becomes a reality with implications to change the world. Out and About Magazine, with the team that made this Edition possible, is always here to remind you that you have the strength, patience and passion to reach for the stars and change the world. Let’s do it!
Check out the new issue at www.outandaboutmag.com.
Serial entrepreneur and senior investment executive Robert Bush of Majlis Partners on his journey through life and career.
Mahmood Sakr, Managing Director - Jumeirah Zabeel Saray sits down with Marsha Fry for an exclusive interview.