Lifestyle growth & older women Community Classroom Calendar February 9, 2026 Today @ 6:30pm - 7:30pm Mindful Monday Skool call Mindful Monday Today @ 6:30pm - 7:30pm London time https://www.skool.com/live/yPmbL7MLwlp Mindful Monday Theme: Mental health, mindset, emotional wellbeing Prompt: “What’s one thing you’re doing this week

A Funky, Fabulous Review of Nigerian Fashion vs. Western Fashion — and Dressing Powerfully Over 50 Fashion is never just fabric. It’s culture, identity, rebellion, comfort, and sometimes pure joy stitched into seams. When you compare Nigerian fashion with Western fashion, you’re really comparing two different philosophies of self‑expression—one rooted in bold cultural storytelling, the other in a constantly shifting cycle of trends and reinvention. And when you add the lived experience of women over 50—especially those navigating the hormonal rollercoaster of menopause—you get a whole new dimension. Fashion becomes less about impressing others and more about honouring your body, your comfort, and your evolving sense of self. Let’s dive in. Nigerian Fashion: A Symphony of Colour, Culture, and Confidence Nigerian fashion doesn’t whisper. It sings. It’s a visual celebration of identity, heritage, and craftsmanship. Some of its signature elements include: 1. Bold Colours and Patterns Nigerian fashion embraces colour the way Lagos embraces hustle—fearlessly. - Ankara: Vibrant wax prints with geometric or symbolic motifs. - Aso Oke: Handwoven, textured, regal. - Adire: Tie‑dye artistry from Yoruba traditions. These fabrics don’t just decorate the body—they tell stories. 2. Structured Silhouettes Think: - Peplum tops - Fitted bodices - Dramatic sleeves - Flowing wrappers - Head‑turning gele headwraps Nigerian tailoring celebrates curves, maturity, and presence. It’s fashion that says, “I have arrived.” 3. Celebration Wear Nigerian fashion shines brightest at weddings, birthdays, and cultural events. The concept of aso ebi—coordinated outfits for family and friends—creates unity and visual spectacle. 4. Fashion for Every Age Women over 50 in Nigerian fashion often look majestic. The fabrics, cuts, and colours naturally lend themselves to elegance, authority, and vibrancy. Western Fashion: Minimalism, Reinvention, and Individual Expression Western fashion is more trend‑driven, often cycling through:

Hello sisters! Here’s a full, engaging, script for todays class. It’s structured, clear, and grounded in evidence. I hope you find it warm and relatable for our community of mature women. Menopause: How It Shows Up, How It Feels, and How We Navigate It Together 1. How Menopause Starts Menopause isn’t a single moment. It’s a transition with phases: Perimenopause (the long runway) - Can begin in the 40s, sometimes late 30s - Ovarian hormone levels (oestrogen + progesterone) fluctuate wildly - Cycles become irregular: shorter, longer, heavier, lighter - Symptoms often start before periods stop Menopause (the milestone) - Defined as 12 consecutive months without a period - Average age in the UK: 51 Post‑menopause - After the 12‑month mark - Symptoms may ease or continue depending on the individual 2. What You Might Feel: The Symptom Spectrum Every woman’s experience is different. Some breeze through; others feel like their body has been hijacked. Common physical symptoms - Hot flushes and night sweats - Sleep disruption - Irregular or heavy periods - Vaginal dryness or discomfort - Joint pain - Weight redistribution (especially around the middle) - Heart palpitations - Headaches or migraines Common emotional and cognitive symptoms - Anxiety - Low mood or irritability - Loss of confidence - Brain fog - Memory lapses - Feeling overwhelmed These symptoms can be intermittent, unpredictable, and sometimes dismissed—making women feel unheard or “dramatic” when they’re actually experiencing hormonal turbulence. 3. Impact on Mental Health Hormonal shifts influence neurotransmitters like serotonin and dopamine, which means: - Mood swings can feel sudden and intense - Anxiety may appear for the first time - Existing mental health conditions can worsen - Sleep disruption amplifies emotional sensitivity - Many women describe feeling “not like myself” This is not a character flaw. It’s physiology. 4. Impact on Family and Relationships Menopause doesn’t happen in isolation.