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FS TV Network now will showcase our urban talent, their interviews, live shows, business commercials and media that is needed with both linear and on demand content . FS embraces the community by appreciating some of the talent who are doing extraordinary work in the local community to help continue the change. I can truly say the talent showcase in this issue brings an enlighten image to the industry showcasing a wide range of image diversity to continue represent a new leadership for the industry . I am also proud to announce that our FS TV Network now will showcase Chicago sports and a new sports magazine featuring Interviews, live shows, that showcase the best of the community with a partnership with OG Radio. Our Media company is developing and growing for you.
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Understanding W e hear it in most of our songs, our great stories and
movies are written for it, but are we actually taking time out to really learn about love all our lives. Are we studying what love is, the stages of love and how to maintain it once we get it? For as much as we are consumed with this topic, I really have not seen to many really seek to learn about it, understand it and live it until the heart breaks. Lets change this narrative.
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When relationships aren’t going well, we want to repair them quickly. But we can’t fix in a day something that we’ve created over months or years of withdrawals. We can’t talk ourselves out of problems that we behaved ourselves into. In addition, relationships are so important to us that we’re almost always interested in their status. It’s easy to get anxious to know how things stand. But if we try to find out too soon, we risk making a withdrawal. Testing a relationship too soon is like pulling up a young plant to see if it has taken root. As we mentioned above, deposits should be made for their own sake, as an expression of love, not measured for their effect. The effect will come,
but only if we have patience to allow it to take its natural course. When we live the primary laws of love, we encourage people to live the primary laws of life Primary LAWS These are fundamental and timeless principles that express the orderly and lawful nature of life. We become effective by following these primary laws The primary law of love. It is that love must be unconditional. There are also “ primary laws of life,” laws that express the value of such principles as integrity, creativity, self discipline, and appreciation. The nature of these pri-
mary laws is such that learning to live any one law helps us live them all. As we become more able to express unconditional love, for example, we also become more able to live with integrity, creativity, self discipline, and appreciation. This interconnection among the primary laws is also a factor in our relationship with other people. When we love people unconditionally for example, we also encourage them to live with integrity, creativity, self discipline and appreciation. That is what is meant by “ when we live the primary laws of love, we encourage people to live the primary laws of life.” Often in our relationships we want to control other people. At the same time, we resist their attempts to control us, scarcely remembering that if we resist control, they no doubt resist it as well. The fact is, neither we nor they can be controlled by anyone else. We are each responsible for our own control. We can be influenced, however, and we can influence others. Influence comes from a Latin word
meaning “ to flow,” which suggests how influence and control are different. Control is based on force and creates resistance. Influence is based on those primary laws of life and love and allows people, of their own free will, to flow in a direction that leads them to cooperate with one another.
“When we live the primary laws of love, we encourage people to live the primary laws of life”
When we make sincere deposits in a relationship, we set up conditions that allow us to have influence. But we don’t gain control of the other person, because those same conditions also allow us to be influenced. This MUTUAL influence is what makes relationships effective, and it comes from making emotional deposits rather than just always thinking of yourself and take and withdraw depleting the others emotional bank. We can control nothing in a relationship but our deposits or withdrawals, but that’s really all that we need to control. The choice is yours!
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Candace is more than just a Hairstylist & Salon owner she was servicing clients for free from 1996-2005 and professionally since 2009. She is a passionate and compassionate woman surrounding her craft and the men & women she serves. Candace specializes in the natural enhancement of hair growth and has several crown levels that she specializes in such as wigs, hair weaves and customization of hair care needs including extensive product application guidance & maintenance. “Doing Hair is my passion” it’s something that I’ve always loved doing, states Candace. My greatest satisfaction comes from uplifting spirits, watching my results peek a new confidence and self-esteem and growth in women and seeing them smile from the new transformation. I love changing lives. Today Candace runs a very successful Hair Salon in the south suburbs of Chicago. With her pas-
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Candace started her passion for making wigs in 2010 when her mother was diagnosed with breast cancer and lost all of her hair due to chemotherapy. Since 2010 Candace has made hundreds of complimentary wigs for patients at “The Cancer Treatment Centers of America”. Candace is a proud donator of hairstyles and wigs for the “Women’s Veterans Organizations”. Candace is a proud annual wig donor to the P.O.E.T. organization (People of extraordinary talent). She also is a proud and humble recipient of the 2018 Madam CJ Walker “We Dream in Color “ award. She holds the 2018 Crown Jewel “To Beautification Award” for 2018 as well as recently receiving The “Who’s Who” publication plaque for 2020-2021. Candace is also a Cosmetology instructor and her work is soughtafter by some of the most affluent celebrities to date.
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We are in an inspiring time of change and empowerment. Perhaps it is now a question of how are we nourishing our new potentials.
Everyone has that person they idolize. It may be anyone, but too often we admire the untouchables and not everyday people doing great things. Afrika Porter FS embraces the has been doing great community by apthings. With much preciating some of the admiration we at FS talent who are doing Magazine want to extraordinary work in extend our congratuthe local community lations on your most to help continue the recent awards and accomplishments. change. 34/F-STYLE CHICAGO /
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Last time we featured this amazing artist he was just wrapping up on a new song. Fast forward to today it’s obvious he has been busy. F-Style has learned the artist has most recently made collabs with singer Wanya Morris of music group Boys to Men and singer Jacquees We love to see our features continue to grow and prosper and look forward to more great news coming from this inspiring young man. 35/F-STYLE CHICAGO
Industry Imagine a universe where only Black people have superpowers! According to Deadline, you won’t have to imagine much longer because Warner Bros. just acquired the “Black” series which portrays what life would be like if only Black people had those special powers.
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According to Because of Them We Can, creators Kwanza Osajyefo, and Tim Smith III originally came up with the concept more than a decade ago, gaining visibility after a Kickstarter campaign raised over $90,000.
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An adaptation of the “Black Mask” comic series, “Black” has released an entire universe of books and comics that feature original artists and writers like Jennifer Johnson, Liana Kangas, Jamal Igle, and Khary Randolph. DC’s Titans, Bryan Edward Hill wrote the script for “Black” which centers a young man who not only survives a horrific event but comes to the realization that he belongs to a larger group of gifted people as well.
Those individuals partner to fight against a clandestine association who seeks to possess and control them – the main character then finds himself in the middle of a war for control of humankind. Osajyefo hopes that this series will provide a more accurate representation of Black people in the media. “Part of the inspiration for ‘Black’ came from my experiencing the lack of representation in comics publishing and how that directly relates to the scarceness of Black characters,” said Osajyefo. “For most comics’ history, white outcasts have been used as allegories for marginalized groups while claiming to reflect the world outside our window, ” he continues. “‘Black’ strips away this veneer to juxtapose superpowers with race while allowing Black people to see ourselves authentically in media and inviting wider audiences into parts of our experience. We’re ex
cited to bring this story to everyone through film and thankful to Studio 8 for believing in it.” While there’s no set date on when “Black” will come to the big screen, we’ll be keeping our eye and ears open. We’ve recently added more TV shows and movies. Enjoy great titles for everyone: Action & Adventure, Documentaries, Comedy, Children & Family, Sci-Fi, and more. Plus, catch up on full seasons of hit TV shows from the beginning.
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his year FS Magazine has had the amazing pleasure to experience this amazing New Girl Group. Remember the name Herstory! They are the brain child of Chicago’s own grammy award winning John Hill. With his guidance the group is now brushing shoulders with the record label of J. Prince of Rap A Lot Records who have had artist such as the legendary Scarface, Too Short, Do or Die, The Geto Boys and many more. Because of Hill’s efforts he has secured the group to be on the top 40 charts and he is just getting started. I have personally seen this young group work together, create together and play together. They have truly become a family full of great laughs and many great memorable moments. Being in their late night studio session and hearing their arsenal of songs I have to say you better not sleep on this dynamic Trio! They have so much coming to the table and best believe the industry will truly embrace their sound and soul. It’s hard to explain the feelings of the moments shared with this family but trust me when I say, I have seen many groups in this Chicago Industry and this group by far break the mold! Good talent, no egos and real talent! Their Music will be in rotation on the FS Music Channel so you will never miss a song! So who is Herstory? What are they about? Well here is a good read to educate yourself on this new hit group.
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Herstory is a trio of three girls from completely different backgrounds coming together to share their individual stories as one. While creating individual success they’ve come together to make history their way. with their smooth rhythmic sound incredible look, bubbly personalities, & catchy popular sounding music, it’s easy to fall in love with yet another “girl group” however they are not just any girl group they are a force to be reckoned with. They have been seen around the country at various shows and festivals and are working on different projects and will be releasing new music soon.
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In her time as a artist she had Opened up for music R&B stars such as Dwele was a Background accompanying for bad boy recording artist Carl Thomas, has done much reference work for Da Internz, production group and much more. Krystle recorded her ep in Capital records in los Angeles where she had the chance to rub elbows with the R&B elites Tank and LaToya Luckett...this gained her writing credits and vocal accompaniment on hip hop artist MIMS latest album on and on Guilty was the song on the project. Her EP Blu Sessions charted on iTunes top 100 and made number 10
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Born November 12th, in Chicago, is a singer/performer. Her biggest accomplishments to date while still building her career is appearing on MTV for a singing competition show called MTV’s Copycat, where she made it to the final round in Hollywood. She also made the top ten for Windy City Live’s Chicago Idol in 2018. Arielle released her debut single, summer of 2019 along with her debut music video. She is currently a member of the top 40 singing group Herstory!
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in her own words: The holidays are right around the corner. This is the time of year in which we spend most of our time with our families and loved ones. This is also the time of year in which suicide rates increase dramatically. With COVID positivity rates on the rise, we must forego the family get togethers and opt for non-traditional celebrations. Family does not just include those you were given, but also those whom you’ve chosen. The holidays are extremely difficult for some, so remember to check on your circle and have a very Happy “Blue Phi” Holiday 63/F-STYLE CHICAGO
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FS What got you first interested in the modeling industry? -Honestly, I was doing a favor for someone by taking pictures for him to put on fliers to help promote his fitness business. When I saw how those pictures came out, I wanted to see and take more. Partnership with Marcus Fizer on his photo projects has provided a lot of opportunity for me to identify, unlock, and develop my abilities. FS did you have any mentors in the industry and if so what was some memorable advise they gave you?
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powers what would you want them to be and how would you use them? If I was given a super power, I would choose Telekinesis. I would love to have the ability to move objects with the sheer power of mind control. Sadly, they wouldn’t be put to good use. I would just use them to do regular, household chores.
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( In my Kat Williams Voice)
“It was at this moment that I knew this was an amazing woman!”
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ARI Let Me Introduce You to
photos by Marcus Fizer hair by@k2kuts
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You can follow me on Instagram and Twitter @iAmAriLea
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Income Streams you can plan as a family Times are hard, and to raise a family in any economic swing requires to be a good steward with your money. For many families because of covid 19 they saw the traditional ways of a 9 to 5 is no guarantee. Here are a few ideas to spark your imagination of possibilities.
1. Earn Income- Income from working a job 2. Profit Income- Income from buying and selling 3. Interest Income- Income from lending money 4. Residual Income- When you continue to get paid after the work is done 5. Dividend Income- Income from owning stocks 6. Rental Income- Income from renting a house 7. Capital Gains- Assets increasing in value 8. Royalty Income- Income from others using your 84/F-STYLE CHICAGO /
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4 FOODS YOU SHOULD NEVER EAT AFTER AGE 30
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lower blood pressure. U.S. guidelines call for less than 2,300 milligrams of sodium per day, but many popular cans carry 40 percent of the day’s recommended salt intake in just one serving. 2. Diet sodas Stop thinking that 1. Canned Soup dark sodas are worse We know, we know — for you. Both are chicken soup for the soul, pretty bad. Drinks right? Well, not if it’s like Mountain Dew canned. A cutting-edge and Fresca may look study published in 2013 less chemical-filled found a connection betweenthan cola because of high blood pressure and their lighter hue, but skin aging. that couldn’t be further from the truth. Compared to their olderlooking counterparts, fe- Instead of caramel male study participants withcoloring—the chemifewer wrinkles also had cal that makes Coke
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brown—Diet Mountain Dew and Fresca are colored with brominated vegetable oil, a chemical used in rocket fuel and flame retardants. 3. Sugar-Free Snacks Think you’re doing better by eating “sugar-free?” Think again. If you’ve become thicker around the middle since turning 30, it may be a sign that your liver isn’t functioning optimally. Avoiding toxins like artificial sweeteners will help the vital organ work more efficiently, and in turn, slim your middle. To jump-start the
detox process, kick foods made with fake sweeteners (like sugar-free gum, candies, and snacks) to the curb and go for low sugar or things made with real/raw sugar. Hot Dogs 4. Salami and Hot Dogs Men, pay special attention to this: A 2014 study published in the Journal Epidemiology found an association between eating processed meats like salami and hot dogs to lower sperm count. And interestingly enough, the meat’s saturated fat content—a nutrient previously associated with poor sperm quality—wasn’t to blame. For a safe bet, limit the amount of processed meat you consume.
Try to get all-natural and grass-fed, both of which limit the number of hormones you’re eating.
Where to buy Healthy Food Chicago Health Food Stores Bonne Sante 1525 E. 53rd St. 773-667-5700 The Life Store 1639 E. 87th St. 773-731-2530 Good Food 1966 E. 73rd St. 773-420-3832 Kudus 8515 S. Cottage Grove Ave. 773-994-1754 Southtown 2100 W. 95th St. 773-233-1856
Sunrise 17650 Torrence 708-474-6166 KMT 233 E. 75th St. 773-224-7500 Native Foods Cafe www.nativefoods.com 218 S Clark St, Chicago • (312) 332-6332 Soul Vegan www.soulveganfoods. com 740 W 63rd St, Chicago • (773) 454-4494 Karyn’s Cooked karynraw.com 738 N Wells St, Chicago • (312) 587-1050
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Make Up Artist/Model/ Cosmetic line Owner Monica Bakos
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Brielle Beauty Make Up Artist/Model/ Cosmetic line Owner Monica Bakos
Its always good to have a make up artist who also can be your model when you are in a creative mood. As a photographer energy is very important to me in a shoot.
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Its always good to have people on your team that get you and is there to actually help the creative process. This is what I found in Monica. Not only does she do make up flawlessly but she was also there to hold lights when needed and went above and beyond the call of duty for the shoot. I highly recommend using both her product and services . Just playing around in the studio this is what we created in under 30 mins. There will be so much more of her work coming soon in next month’s FS issue
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New Service We have video placements in our publication as well as a selection of over 21 linear network channels to promote on in our TV network. Be a part of our next issue and join our directory of preferred local businesses and be showcased on the FS Tv Network and FS Magazine FS magazine spotlights celebrities or influencers that have businesses, other endeavors or are involved with their communities aside from fame. Inside you will find articles on business, entertainment and industry life. You will be inspired by stories about individuals making things happen for themselves and achieving their goals while our cover story will answer the popular FS 10 ( a list of questions that reflect on the person’s personal journey and how they got to where they currently are in life) 98/F-STYLE CHICAGO /
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