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JULY 2020 | ISSUE 43
MARI July’s SNOWW TOP Model Summer Fitness & Food He Makes All Things Beautiful
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letter from the EDITOR
HELLO
Our hope is that you are well and thriving in whatever situation this magazine reaches you in. The world is full of chaos right now from unseen enemy, the coronavirus, to hatred and disrespect from other human beings, and even killer bees. I don’t know about you but I have not enjoyed venturing out into the real world for the last several months. Things have changed and people have drastically changed. Strangers have become cold and distant. The disrespect for other human lives hangs in the air like a suffocating towel. What has the world come to? What have humans succumb to? I hope you find some answers in this issue. I hope you find peace and truth in our pages to help you go about your day as well. We still care about you here at Beautiful & Dauntless whether we know you or not. Praying for each of you! We love you! Bring Beautiful Back. #bringingbeautifulback XOXO, 2
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table of CONTENTS
BEAUTIFUL
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Mari Snoww
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Workout at the Beach
42 Summer Sickles ABOUT BEAUTIFUL Beautiful magazine has always been a dream of mine, something that I knewwould come eventually. I just cannot believe it is already here! Beautiful is a collection of art and illustrations, depicting inner and outer beauty. It is stories, it is real, it is life. It is pure beauty. Beautiful is fashion, health, beauty tips, encouragement, life, art and truth. Beautiful is about you, your story, your life, your love, your pain and your fears. Beautiful is about us, our stories, our journeys, adventures and our moments of life that have been crafted specially to share with you. I want you, the reader, to feel safe reading Beautiful. I want you to feel like you are a part of the stories, the adventures and the passion that each one of the editors, writers and photographers bring to you. I want you to feel empowered, encouraged and excited about your beautiful journey in this life. Most of all, I want Beautiful to be the spark that makes a change in your life. Not a change for good or a change for the better, but a change for the BEST!
Share the magazine with those that need a little extra beauty in their life. Life is beautiful. You are beautiful. That is what Beautiful is all about. PODCASTS: If you love to listen to podcasts, you have to check out our new podcast station. It is available here: iTunes Podcast: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/beautiful-dauntlesss-podcast/ id1453936323 Google Play Podcast: https://play.google.com/ music/listen?u=0#/ps/I2dnkg2572v4xdggrh4bvwwzmmy PATREON: Patreon is a site that allows creators to express their talents and others can contribute to their projects. You can now sponsor us with a one time or a monthly contribution. We have 3 tiers that give you rewards in return. All proceeds are given to our creators. Contribute here: https://www.patreon.com/karissahagemeister www.beautifulndauntless.com ©2020 Published by Kingdom Dezigns, Inc.
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meet the BEAUTIFUL & DAUNTLESS STAFF EDITOR IN CHIEF, beautiful
Karissa Hagemeister-Irani is on a life long journey to share love, beauty and truth with the world. She enjoys modeling, acting and singing. She has her own fashion line and in July of 2016, Karissa published her first book. Her future plans are to revamp the fashion & entertainment industry with the love, truth and beauty through both her fashion business and Beautiful & Dauntless magazine. Editor-in-Chief of the Dauntless section of the magazine, Arman Irani, married Karissa in June of 2019.
EDITOR IN CHIEF, dauntless
Arman Irani is just another fellow human. He’s admittedly a little bit nerdy. How nerdy? Well, he just received a Bachelors degree in Nanotechnology. Arman loves working out, cooking healthy, dressing up, traveling and he’s also a bit of a gamer. He has no qualms with moving in faith to new destinations and embarking on new adventures in life (as the phrase goes, you only live once!). When it comes down to it, Arman believes life is short and hopes that you become inspired and believe in yourself to do the things that you want in this life and follow your calling.
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FEATURE EDITOR
Arnette German is a native of Mt. Pleasant, South Carolina. She took her leap of faith and finally decided to yield to her passion for fashion by enrolling in the online Graduate Program of Fashion Journalism at Academy Art University in San Francisco, California. No stranger to the stage, Arnette is a member of the Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe in Sarasota, Florida. Presently calling Bradenton, Florida home, Arnette spends her free time either volunteering at her local church and spending time with friends and family, especially her best friend. Arnette is a foodie and a lover of nature and the arts. Life is definitely, in some shape or form and fashion, being lived to the fullest.
GRAPHIC DESIGNER & CONTENT CONTRIBUTOR
Xiomara Montalvo is a 21 year old graphic designer and visual artist that lives and breathes all things artistic. She has lived in Florida half of her life but is originally from Michigan.
Xiomara has a Bachelor of Science in Graphic Design from Southeastern University with a concentration in Digital Imaging. Visual Storytelling has always been a passion of hers. To be able to bring life to the imagination is what motivates her to design.
When Xiomara is not working, she loves to read, write, draw, paint, and play video game. She personally believes that we were all created to create.
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makes HE all things
BEAUTIFUL By: Arnette German
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Throughout the course of the years, we have been taught and/or heard that “beauty is in the eyes of the beholder” and that philosophy is not only accurate but admiration of said beauty extends further than just the “beholder.” What do I mean? Well, as one enters into a partnership with Christ, just like how grace, mercy and favor are guaranteed promises...beauty is as well. As the Bible refers to one’s life without Him is likened to being “an unclean thing and all our righteousness are as filthy rags” because sin causes one to be separated from Christ, (KJV Isaiah 64:6), when one becomes one with Him, He makes our lives clean and simply beautiful. At this point, beauty is no longer only valued, applauded by, appreciated and/or even made evident only to the “beholder” but now to others. One’s attractiveness has now transcended past their appearance and into one’s character, interactions and dealings with others, daily performances of business or personal responsibilities and even their speech: “and never let ugly or hateful words come from your mouth, but instead let your words become as beautiful gifts that encourage others; do this by speaking words of grace them, (TPT Ephesians 4:6), and this is achievable only by being in relationship with Christ, who makes all things beautiful!
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So, if you’ve been feeling “ugly” lately have you: 1. Let either your character, speech, movement (one or all of these) be hijacked and controlled by negativity or toxicity through fear, worry, doubt, hopelessness, resentment, self-hate, low self-esteem, insecurity, pride, arrogance, self-pity or something I have not mentioned? 2. You in/unintentionally authorized your attention, dependency and time to wrongly be misplaced all into yourself, others or a thing so now you are “out of it”...”out of place”...”out of balance” 3. Maybe you have already thrown in the towel...given up on yourself and/or Christ and walked away altogether or 4. You just have not given Christ the time of day to reveal Himself to you? Either way, if “ugly” is how you are feeling or being “told” that you are...give yourself some “you” time to think on what is needed to be beautified and give Christ a chance to make you fashionably pretty... inside and out! I guarantee you, He will always have you in season and the current trend because His work and stamp of approvals are always eye catching and influential! Therefore, as it is sophisticatedly stated in the KJV of Psalms 45:11, “So shall the king greatly desire beauty: for He is thy Lord; and thou worship Him,” love, honor, respect and spend time with Thee Beholder...your Creator because that is where your beauty lies and is derived from. So, put in the same amount of time and energy (if not more) in your relationship with Christ just as you would with your spouse and/or significant other to make you and your relationship to sprout and to flourish into an admirable partnership, inadvertently resulting in others to desire to know what is the what that makes this...you and them to standout...the same should be asked about you and your beauty...too! Pllleeaaassseee tell them boldly and proudly, “it is Christ-He Makes ALL Things BEAUTIFUL”! 20
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July’s top MODEL
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Model: Mari Snoww @mari.snoww Photographer: @Taylorfossphotography
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MARI SNOWW Pediatric Nurse & Model What do you like to do? I love to find my moments of relaxation. A bubble bath with a book, a beach day or a cruise by the bay with my music real loud. What got you started in your career? I’m a pediatric nurse and, I’d like to attribute a large part of my career to my grandma Liz. She guided me towards a path of healing and helping by making sure I understood unconditional love. I try my best to ensure I pass on her kind heart through every patient I help in healing. What would you like to share with the Beautiful & Dauntless family? I want everyone aspiring to be something amazing, to know you can be a flame, smash goals, and get an education regardless of what you’re told or what things may seem. You are more than your past & your present, you are the future you choose to make... make it Chingon. Be all you can be. IG: @mari.snoww 24
Model: Mari Snoww @mari.snoww Photographer: (to the right) @nrr_photos (for the cover and pages 2627) @Taylorfossphotography
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WAKE UP
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Wake Up
By Karissa Hagemeister-Irani
During this past month, I watched, I listened and I took time to educate. What I found is that everyone is saying the same thing and no one is really educating themselves on what is really going on.
I do not like to talk politics in this magazine because it is always such a heated issue and they are all corrupt anyways but I was kept awake several times by the Holy Spirit and I knew that I need to share, to expose the lies and spread the truth to the few that may actually read this. I have been educating myself in this matter for years but even more so over the past several months because of all that has been going on in our world and our lives.
I am not going to share every detail but I urge you to be wise, do some digging of your own and find out the truth for yourself. ‌): 1.
There are 3 types of people in this world (they are not categorized by race, gender, age Those who are in control
-There is a group of individuals (not a small group) that own all the big businesses, all the big media stations, news stations, and is made up of celebrities and the like.
-This group has been around for hundreds of years and is passed on through blood lines. They control what is released on movies, music, news, foods you eat and what products you buy. -This group has fame, power, & money (and they believe they are privileged (all races and genders are in this group)).
-We are not in this group
2. The controlled
-This is the majority of the population (most likely you)
-They watch the news and believe everything that is said, follow and obey without any questions asked. -They buy what is marketed to them, eat what everyone else eats and looks up to the celebrities as if they are gods.
-How do you know if you are in this group?
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- You think that President Trump is a bad president and has done nothing beneficial for the US
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You think that the vaccine for Covid-19 is a good idea and we should wear masks You think that protests and rioting will solve the racial issue
3. The uncontrolled
-These people do not believe everything they see in news and entertainment
-The are wise enough to educate themselves on issues apart from what the news shares
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-They do not buy/eat everything they are told to
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-These people have awoken
I am not the judge of your life but I am going to urge you to stop repeating things just because everyone else is doing it and saying it. Just because the media is reading it from their scripted teleprompter does not make it true.
If you did some research of your own, you would find that a lot of the people claiming to fight for you are actually working to decrease the population size and get rid of you. There is an agenda and they are distracting us from seeing what is going on by throwing distractions right and left. Everything that has happened this year has been planned out by the controllers. Nothing was a surprise to them - not the virus, not the killing of George Floyd, and whatever is to come next. Each one of these things has been planned out for years. They focus on a very small piece of something and do not let you see any other part of the picture. The racial problem that is going on is not white supremacy. It is not white privilege. There are individuals that get special privileges in life (those that are in the control group that I mentioned above). They are not all white. I have not been given special privilege for being white and have experienced people from several other races showing racism towards me because they believe that their race is supreme.
This is and it is not about racism.
Those in control are pressing the race card. They do not want the country to be unified. They want protests, riots, looting so that they can shut us back up in our houses and declare marshal law on the USA. What the police officers did was very wrong but had that happened to a man of any other race, it would not have been on the news. A lot of horrible things happen that we do not hear about because it is not part of their agenda. A lot of great things happen that we do not know about because they do not want these things to interfere with what they are trying to control.
News flash - there is A LOT of racism in the world amongst all races. If you are a believer in Christ, you should not hold yourself higher than any other person because that is not the way that God created us. However, there are a lot of people out there that do not know God, therefore they do not know love. They do not know how to love themselves, let alone a person from another race.
This is and it is not about hate.
There is a lot of hate going on. This hate is between the devil and you. He hates you. He wants to kill, steal and destroy you. He will use other people and any means necessary. But remember our fight is not against flesh and blood but against the principalities and powers of this world. Yes, the group of people in group 1 are in accord with the devil. They do actually worship him and their goal is to bring his purpose into fruition on this earth. I do not care if you believe me or not. You will see soon enough. We are living out the Book of Revelations and things are only going to go from bad to worse. How do we fight back:
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2. Shut the news off, turn off FB and IG if you have too. Quit feeding yourself with every piece of garbage they are trying to feed you. There are pure, trustworthy and true forms of entertainment and news that you can rely on.
One of those forms is in the magazine that my staff and I produce monthly. This magazine is not about me. Yes, I do write one article per month in it but that is always truth and God-focused. My other staff members also write about truth. We normally have other businesses in our magazine (that you have likely never heard of) as well as amazing people that are not celebrities but are beautiful, talented and dauntless people. This is one form of entertainment that is not owned and controlled by group 1.
This is one form that you can enjoy and indulge in without feeling like trash afterwards.
3. Stop supporting the big businesses (McDonalds, Starbucks, Google, Amazon …) you are only putting money back into their pockets and showing them that they hold the power. Instead, find friends and family that have their own business and support them. Replace the things you would get from big businesses with your friend’s businesses and help those that actually need it. You see rioting, protesting and looting are only going to cause more problems for yourself.
If you fight them by refusing to listen to the lies they spew through the media, if you fight them by refusing to buy their products and do what they tell you to do …. This is where you will make a greater impact.
If you share with your friends and family to do the same, they will start to see that they cannot control us as a nation anymore. They cannot force us against each other. United we stand. Divided we fall.
The choice is in your hands. Choose wisely. Make this go viral.
This month symbolizes the year that the United States of America fought and got her freedom. Now we are watching as our freedoms are being taken away from us one by one. There is no freedom of speech any longer. They are trying to get rid of our right to bear arms. Once that is gone, we will no longer have any freedoms. They will force us to do as they want and we will have no way to fight back or stand up for our country. I will not let my freedoms die because so many already died for them. I will fight in spirit and I will fight by continuing to make this magazine every month and sharing the truth in the darkness.
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Summer Sickle Ingredients: Wooden Popsicle Sticks Popsicle trays 1 cup of fruit (your choice) We used raspberries 2 cups of either milk, yogurt or water
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Self-Care & The Art of Blancing Your Mental Health By Brad Krause
Self-care comes in many forms, and because of its evershifting nature, there are many ways you can alter it to fit your needs. Whether you want to learn how to eat healthier, reduce stress, or take better care of your body, there are multiple things you can do to make sure your mental and physical health are in good shape. They’re linked in many ways, so when you find a good balance, your overall well-being benefits. In fact, studies have shown that maintaining certain parts of the body can help with mood disorders like depression and that reducing stress and anxiety can have a major effect on the way we feel physically. You can get started by thinking about the details. You don’t have to make sudden, drastic changes to your lifestyle to feel better; rather, it’s best if you start small. Consider your exercise habits and if you need to improve them—maybe you can even use a fitness tracker as a motivator. If overwhelming stress and anxiety are getting to you, make it a point to pin down the sources and look for ways you can relieve them. Sometimes, it’s as easy as asking for help from a coworker, friend, or loved one. Read on to find out more about self-care and the art of balancing your mental health.
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Exercise Regularly Exercise doesn’t just benefit your body; it’s also a great way to improve your mental health. Exercising regularly can boost your mood, give you more energy, and help you sleep better. While many people would prefer to watch TV over working out, taking just 45 minutes a day for some cardio or strength training will greatly benefit the mind and body. If you need motivation or want to monitor your progress, consider investing in a fitness tracker. Be Kind to Your Gut A major contributor of both mental and physical health lives in your gut. The bacteria found here can either promote or decrease your overall health, depending on your diet and lifestyle choices. The healthier your gut, the better you’ll feel, so you should get to know the bacteria that benefit your gut. Focus on foods and supplements that add more healthy bacteria to your gut, and eliminate your intake of foods that can harm your health. Reduce Stress Stress is a major contributor to depression, anxiety, and physical pain or discomfort, so it’s a good idea to look for ways to combat and prevent it. Not only do you need to make sure your work and home lives are wellorganized, but you’ll also want to figure out how to streamline everything in order to keep your days from feeling overwhelming. Start by setting out the things you need to start the day on the night before. Get your family into this same habit, especially throughout the school year. This will ensure that there isn’t a mad rush in the morning and will give you extra time to prep for the day. Cleaning and decluttering can also have a big benefit when it comes to destressing. If you’re having a hard time staying on budget, this may be a major source of stress in your life. Instead of stressing out, look into some pain-free costcutting measures. For instance, instead of paying for a monthly membership at a gym or yoga studio, you can set up your own workout space at home. You can also eat out less and prepare your own meals. You may 48
find a fulfilling new hobby, and you’ll be eating healthier as well. With interest rates at historical lows, you may want to consider refinancing if you’re a homeowner. By giving up some equity in your home, you can reduce your monthly mortgage payments. Rest Studies have shown that when we don’t get enough sleep — or when the quality of rest is suffering — our bodies and minds pay the price. Everything from weight gain to an increase in the risk of diabetes or suffering a car accident can occur when sleep is elusive, so it’s crucial to make sure you’re allowing your body to rest for at least seven hours per night, although eight is better. If you’re an insomniac or are having trouble shutting off your mind, try making your bedroom a relaxing haven by painting it a calm color and hanging room-darkening blinds or curtains to keep the morning sun out. Self-care can be difficult to practice, especially if you have lots of responsibilities on your plate. By taking small steps to keep your mind and body healthy, however, you’ll be ensuring your safety and continued wellness over the years. 49
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HE left the 99 by Arman Irani
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He Left the 99 By Arman Irani Leave the Beauty to the women and the Dauntlessness to us. Men of God, you are created to be unique with your own talents, capabilities and measure of faith. Do not compare yourself with others in life, it will only get you down, and you have no idea if the “grass” is really greener on the other side. Instead enjoy the reality you have right now, whatever that may look like. Be grateful and joyous and praise the King of Kings for only he knows your true destiny and with our lives being as short as they are it is silly to go astray in our own ways. Of Course we all have our own free will to do as we please, but once we know the Truth and continue to sin, our punishment will be worse than those that did not know. “But you are a chosen race, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, a people for his own possession, that you may proclaim the excellencies of him who called you out of darkness into his marvelous light,” (1 Peter 2:9). That’s pretty epic. I’m not sure what darkness you were in prior to giving your life to Jesus or are currently in. For me, I was involved in Santeria, astrology, crystals, and other occult and pagan practices. Who knows how many spirits I had controlling my thoughts, and maybe even actions. However, God hearing my cries of desperation came to the rescue and saved me. He left the 99 for the 1 and he will always do the same for those who wish to know him. “Furthermore, A good name is to be chosen rather than great riches, and favor is better than silver or gold,” (Proverbs 22:1). Not only having a good name, but also a righteous reputation is hard to keep these days but God honors those who stay righteous and true to his word. It is okay to fail and seek repentance but to keep making the same mistakes or keeping yourself in a situation which you can not handle or being tempted into sin is not smart. You can not live apart due to the nature of this world but that is why it is important to strengthen yourself, wear your armour and have deep roots so you can bear good fruit for the Kingdom of God. I pray that this message finds you well and helps you on your path in life. “For I know the plans I have for you, declares the Lord, plans for welfare and not for evil, to give you a future and a hope,” (Jeremiah 29:11). Stay Blessed in Yeshua’s name.
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letter from the EDITOR
HELLO
DAUN LESS Hope you guys are having a good month! I know it hasn’t been an easy one with all the craziness going on in the world. It feels like every day there is a new story with a new set of problems and issues to resolve. It almost feels as though nothing is actually panning out for the good or the better… but I’m happy to say that the God we serve is eternal and our home is not here on earth but in Heaven with our creator. Jesus is always around and ready for you to communicate with him Don’t be afraid in these last days to draw nearer to him. Stay woke, read your bible and handle each day one at a time. “So don’t worry about tomorrow, for tomorrow will bring its own worries. Today’s trouble is enough for today,” (Matthew 6:34 NLT). Our God is the God of peace and will take care of us, keep your mind on him and his promises as you face your battles for the day and I pray you’re covered in the spiritual armor of Abba.
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34 Fitness
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Summer Style
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ABOUT DAUNTLESS
BE A TRUTH SEEKER IN THESE TIMES OF DARKNESS. BE WHO YOU WERE CREATED TO BE. LIVE IN FAITH. BE BLESSED IN LOVE. FOLLOW THE PATH OF PEACE. BE DAUNTLESS. - ARMAN IRANI The second half of this magazine is now being taken over by guys, for guys. In May 2017, after receiving much feedback from males asking for more content geared towards them, our wheels started turning. We came up with the idea of having the dual magazine. Below are a few of the reasons as to why Dauntless is now the name of the second half of our e-mag. So, gentlemen, as you are reading, think of yourself in these terms: “Dauntless for sure. Dauntless means, ‘Showing FEARLESSNESS and DETERMINATION.’ That is how I would like to be defined.” Arman
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Summer Sickles & Beach Fitness
He Left the 99
Self-Care and the Art of Balancing Your Mental Health
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