She Talks
Innovators
of the Year
M A G A Z I N E
M A G A Z I N E
December 2024
Vol 1 | Issue 12
MyPhuong Le & Leah Villegas
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CONTRIBUTORS
Editor-in-Chief
DR. JULIE DUCHARME
Cover Layout and
Magazine Design
DR. JOSHUA DUCHARME
IZZY SPRUIT
Contributing
Writers
Lifestyle Editor and
Feature Author
TIA CRISTY
VIRGINIA WILCSEK
ALIANA MOSS
KIM-ADELE RANDALL
AMANDA TAYLOR
BELINDA JANE KEEHN
NIKKI TERNAY
NIURKA CASTANADA
TIA CRISTY
LINDA FISK
KRIS MILLER
SHELBY JO LONG
DR. JULIE DUCHARME
DR. MARCY CROUCH
As we celebrate the 1-year anniversary of She Talks Magazine, I am overwhelmed
with gratitude and pride for the incredible journey we’ve shared. Over the past
year, we’ve had the honor of highlighting extraordinary women whose stories
inspire, empower, and transform lives around the globe. Together, we’ve
expanded our reach, built a powerful community, and made a lasting impact.
None of this would be possible without the passion and dedication of our team,
contributors, and the entire She Talks family—you are the heart and soul of this
movement.
This year, we are especially proud to honor two phenomenal She Talkers,
MyPhuong Le and Leah Villegas, with the She Talks Innovators of the Year award.
These trailblazers are redefining the future for women in STEM, making
extraordinary contributions to the BioTech field, and paving the way for future
generations. Their innovation, leadership, and courage inspire us all, and we are
thrilled to celebrate their groundbreaking achievements.
As we reflect on this milestone and look to the future, I want to thank you for
believing in this vision and helping us amplify the voices of women worldwide.
Wishing you and your loved ones a Merry Christmas filled with joy and a New
Year brimming with hope, growth, and endless possibilities. Here’s to another
year of empowering voices, celebrating changemakers, and transforming lives
together!
LETTER
EDITOR'S
EDITOR IN CHIEF
Dr. Julie DuCharme
Julie
With heartfelt gratitude,
Table of
Contents
Reset & Reconnect:
Your Holiday 60-
Second Mind-Body
Reset
Holiday Beauty
Made Easy: Aliana
Moss’s Festive
Looks for Every
Occasion
15
Overcoming the
Intimidation of
Investing:
Embracing
Opportunity,
Choice, and
Financial Freedom
Creating Real Abundance in the
Holiday Season!
Give the Gift of
Goodness This
Christmas!
#ThinkTwiceBefor
eYouBuy
Feature: Bound by Science,
Driven by Impact
30
Embracing Entrepreneurship:
Unlocking a Future of
Innovation and Financial
Independence
37
The Invisible Load: Addressing
the Mental Load of Senior
Women Leaders at Work and
Home
Starting with the Woman in the
Mirror
New Year’s
Resolutions? Nah,
It’s Time for a
Revolution!
20
25
39
46
51
HoliDAY not a
HoliMONTH
Veteran, Healer,
Advocate: A
Journey of
Empowerment
Unwrapping Success: Why
Women Entrepreneurs Need
a Niche to Thrive This
Holiday Season
Holiday Traditions
Pregnancy Is Hard Enough:
Let’s Make Your Holiday
Season Self-Care Sparkle!
54
Holiday Treats
57
61
64
68
71
Dr. D’s Favorite
Things
67
RESET AND
RECONNECT
Your Holiday 60-Second
Mind-Body Reset
By Virginia Wilcsek
The holiday season can be both joyous
and stressful. Amidst the festivities and
obligations, it’s crucial to take moments
for yourself.
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Here’s a fresh 60-
second guide to help
you reset and manage
holiday stress:
Set Your Intention
Ask yourself, "What do I need right now?" Examples:
To take a break from holiday chaos.
To breathe deeply and calm my mind.
To show myself kindness amid stress.
To stay present and enjoy the moment.
Find Your Spot
Choose a quiet place where you feel comfortable and won’t be
disturbed, even if it's just a corner of a room.
Center Yourself
Sit or stand with your feet firmly on the ground. Feel your
connection to the earth.
Deep Breaths
Inhale deeply through your nose, hold for a few seconds, and
exhale slowly through your mouth. Repeat a few times, focusing
on each breath.
Quick Stretch
Stretch your arms above your head, then reach to the sides,
giving your body a gentle wake-up.
Mindful Touch
Place your hand on your heart and feel your heartbeat.
Acknowledge your presence in this moment.
Visualize Calm
Close your eyes and imagine a peaceful winter scene. Picture the
details, the sounds, and the feeling of calm.
Gratitude Moment
Think of one thing you are grateful for today, especially during
the holidays. Let this feeling of gratitude fill you up.
Gentle Movement
Rotate your wrists and ankles, or do a gentle twist to keep the
energy flowing.
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Positive Affirmation
End with a positive affirmation, like "I am calm and centered" or
"I embrace the peace within me."
Take a moment to notice any changes in how you feel. Thank yourself for taking
this time to reset and reconnect. This is your gift to yourself—use it whenever
you need a quick reset during the holiday season.
@mytraumatherapistsays
Why Resolutions Flop
(And It’s Not Their Fault)
New Year’s Resolutions?
Nah, It’s Time for a
Revolution!
By Dagmar Fleming
Oh, that December magic—the scent of fresh pine,
the sweetness of cookies in the oven, and a cozy
glass of eggnog in your hand. As you settle into the
holiday spirit, your mind begins to wander to 2025.
What New Year’s resolutions will I set this time?
Should I finally organize the attic (it’s only been on
my list for the past five years)? How about spending
less—or more—on advertising? Maybe it’s time to get
serious about TikTok! Your mind starts buzzing with
possibilities. Oh, what fun it is to ride on fleeting
dreams we slay
You know the drill: make a resolution on New Year’s
Eve, power through for a couple of weeks (or, let’s be
real, days), then life happens. By mid-February, those
grand intentions disappear faster than free samples
at Costco.
We’re savvy businesswomen—we know the
importance of setting goals. So why do our
resolutions tend to fail?
The truth is, it’s not the resolutions that are flawed—
it’s that we set them without tackling the hidden
roadblocks. We’re laying out big plans without
clearing the emotional and mental patterns that keep
us spinning in place, like trying to organize a closet
by shoving everything behind a closed door.
Eventually, it all comes tumbling out. So, instead of
setting ourselves up for another round of intentions
as short-lived as New Year’s Eve crackers, what if we
took a different approach?
Prepare For a New
Year’s Revolution!
As someone who had the “pleasure” of growing
up amid the revolutionary atmosphere of ex-
communist Poland, I know a thing or two about
revolutions. It was practically part of the
curriculum. But this time, I’m talking about a
personal revolution—one that’s about breaking
free from the chains of tired old resolutions and
replacing them with a bold, fresh approach.
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Revolutions can’t happen without
overthrowing the status quo. To make
space for new, bold actions, we first need
to clear out the mental and emotional
clutter that keeps us spinning in place—all
the fears, doubts, and insecurities on the
“I’m not good enough” soundtrack.
Think of it as a closet clean-out for your
mindset. If you’re still holding onto
outdated beliefs (and last year’s fashion
trends), there’s no room for new ideas to
thrive.
Whether it’s fear of failure, self-doubt, or
perfectionism, it’s time to release anything
that keeps you stuck in the same old
patterns. Let’s make space for what truly
matters.
Good ol’ Uncle Einstein famously said that doing the same thing over and over and expecting
different results is the definition of insanity. So, may I be bold enough to ask: Are you planning to
stay on the Insanity Train this year, or are you ready to hop on the Revolutionary Plane? Strap in—
because we’re taking off!
So, here’s my question for you:
Is 2025 the year you resolve to make a change, or the
year you revolt against doing things the same old way?
Staging Your 2025 Revolution: Out with the Old, In with the Bold!
Step 1: Clear the Path to
Greatness
territory. I had to own my vision, trust my
expertise, and release limiting beliefs that
came with a big shift from B2B to B2C.
One of my colleagues defiantly
proclaimed, “You’ll never make it.” My
response? “Watch me.” I’ve crossed
continents, learned new languages, and
adapted to entirely different cultures—all
to pursue my entrepreneurial dream.
What’s one more flip in the script for a life
defined by bold reinvention?
A Revolutionary Leap
Sometimes, a revolution means
walking away from what you
excel at to embrace the next
level of growth and expansion.
When I decided to dissolve my global
consulting company and take a leap of
faith to work with people energetically
using my Triple Quantum Reset™ modality,
I was stepping into completely new
Your Revolutionary Move
As you reflect right now on your life and
business, what’s the next bold move you
can make to evolve your potential?
Take 10 minutes to write down one belief
you need to release, one goal you’re ready
to revolutionize, and one new way you’ll
show up in 2025 to make it your best year
yet.