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    The 71st MISS UNIVERSE competition will be held in The 71st MISS UNIVERSE competition will be held in New Orleans on Saturday, January 14,2023. The highly anticipated event will feature 90 women from around the globe vying for the job of Miss Universe, through the process of personal statements, in depth interviews and various categories including evening gown & swimwear. Seychelles is being represented by Gabriella Gonthier.  The evening will culminate with the 70th Miss Universe, Harnaaz Sandhu, who brought the title back to India for the first time in twenty-one years, crowning her successor.
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    Thank you for sticking with us in 2022. It was a h Thank you for sticking with us in 2022. It was a hard one and we published less stories this year but our readerships continue to grow steadily.  We are grateful for everyone who keeps coming back to us every month and our new readers. Thank you to all of you who shared your stories, wisdom and continue to inspire others.
    Captain Nicole Chang Leng paved the way for women Captain Nicole Chang Leng paved the way for women in the aviation field in Seychelles, and her contribution and service to her country will be remembered.
An Icon Remembered - Cosmocreole pays tribute to this formidable woman. Link in the bio.
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    British-Seychellois artist Alyssa Adams who was in British-Seychellois artist Alyssa Adams who was inspired to paint by her father, the renowned painter Michael Adams, has ventured into designing fashion and setting up Alyssa Adams Designs. The Seychelles-based brand includes swimwear, bags, scarves, pareos, kimonos, dresses and shirts. The designs printed on the fabric are all done by Alyssa. Alyssa was born in Victoria, Seychelles, and the beauty of Seychelles' nature inspires her artwork. Alyssa works mainly with watercolour paints on paper and occasionally oils on canvas. She shared her artistic journey with Cosmocreole.
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    2022 was a great achievement for two Seychellois p 2022 was a great achievement for two Seychellois professionals, Melissa Stravens and Jemima Doudée who were the latest recipients of the Chevening scholarship, the UK government’s international scholarships and fellowships programme.
Applicants around the globe were required to apply directly through the Chevening online platform, after which the very best applicants were shortlisted and interviewed by a specialist panel at the British high commission. They had the opportunity to demonstrate how the scholarship will make a difference in their lives and communities, and how it will benefit them as a leader in their respective chosen field.
Almost 100 Seychellois have studied in the UK through the Chevening programme since 1984, going on to become leaders in their respective fields. Read Melissa's and Jemima's stories on Cosmocreole
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Greetings from Mumbai 🎄💕🎁
God never gives someone a gift they are not capable of receiving. If he gives us the gift of Christmas, it is because we all have the ability to understand and receive it. Our daughter and sister Elaine got the ultimate gift of life 💕 Her new Lungs 💞 in the week leading to Christmas. 
She has a great team of people behind her and she is the bravest person we know. 
Elaine is recuperating very well, but still has a long way to go. 
Thank you all for the encouragement, support calls and messages during this difficult and challenging time, our family will be forever grateful. 
Let this Christmas make way for a fresh new start for everyone. Embrace the many miracles it brings along and spread the love you have in your heart. Please do not take life for granted. 
Sending our warmest wishes for A Merry Christmas and A happy New Year 2023.
Ferdinand, 💞Lucie 💞 Elaine💕
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    Sophie Perolari first Seychellois free-diving inst Sophie Perolari first Seychellois free-diving instructor

Sophie Perolari is a 22-year-old multi-talented Seychelloise – three-time Tang Soo Do gold medallist, filmmaker and freediving instructor.

Read Sophie's story. Link in the bio.

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    We wish @_gonthier_ good luck in the Miss Universe We wish @_gonthier_ good luck in the Miss Universe competition. Gabriella will be representing Seychelles...

I feel extremely happy and honoured to represent my beautiful country, Seychelles 🇸🇨 at Miss Universe 2022. It is a childhood dream coming true. 

I look forward to sharing my journey with you and making you discover what Seychelles is all about. I am so excited to work with Telly Modelling Agency and the Miss Maurice Organization.

Seychelles 🇸🇨 is back at Miss Universe after 27 years, I am honoured to be the second representative of my country to compete at such a glamorous event. I will do my best to represent Seychelles!

Thank you for all your support and love.

Gabriella,
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    Nicole Chang-Leng was Seychelles first Female Capt Nicole Chang-Leng was Seychelles first Female Captain.

She was an inspiration for many women and young girls. She  made us believe in the value of our dreams. Seychelles have lost an amazing woman.

Our deepest sympathy to the family.

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    Aisha Toussaint, the once “quiet and shy” scho Aisha Toussaint, the once “quiet and shy” schoolgirl has paved the way for aspiring young Seychellois actresses who dare to dream. Link in the bio. #seychelloiswomen #Seychelles #seychellois #actress #acting
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Uncloaking the Other side of Autism

5 April 2022 · In: Family, Features, Health

What to do when your friend’s child is diagnosed with Autism

By Enda Gilbert-Rosette

As an educator, I’ve had countless opportunities to work and interact with so many loving, supportive, and fearless mothers who are raising an autistic child/ren. A family with autistic children can experience more stress than other families and the mothers are faced with more challenges. When you ask them, how they are? often the answer is “fine!”. The truth behind the “fine” is they are feeling frightened and uncertain of what the future holds for their child. They feel grief for all the things their children may have missed out on and all the things they may never get to experience. They feel that it is them against the world—after years of fighting the system for their child to get a fair education and they’re still fighting, they feel frustration and exhaustion. They fear judgement and harsh criticism from family members and their community who do not understand that there is no one size fits all when parenting an autistic child.

As a community, it’s time we uncloak the other side of autism—the reality of what it is like to be a parent of a child on the spectrum. Life can get a little crazy sometimes and we do get stuck in our own bubble, but we all know how small acts of love and kindness can go a long way—I’ve crafted some ideas to bring a little more gratitude, love, and support for the mothers on this fulfilling and yet challenging journey. Show them that we see them —they are appreciated and most importantly let them know that they’re not alone.

Let her Grieve

If the child has recently been diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder, it is important to note that the mother will be mourning, despite her going about her everyday tasks. All parents dream for their child to grow up to be a happy, healthy, successful, and independent adult. Imagine going from typical parents’ dream to wondering if your child will ever be able to live on his/her own, maintain a job, have a relationship, attend school, or even speak. There is grief there. Treat her as you would any person going through tough times.

Avoid Platitudes

“It’ll be all right”, “it is what it is”, “everything happens for a reason”— platitudes don’t make her feel better. These remarks will shut her down and she will suppress her feelings and fears hence will not feel comfortable telling you “she is not OK”. Instead tell her, “I get you”, “I feel you” and “I acknowledge your struggles and fears”.

Don’t Isolate her

Invite her out as you normally would. Do not avoid her, assuming that she is tired and wants her space. If you give her space, without asking her if she wants space, she will feel rejected and isolated.

Include her child

A mother with an autistic child wants her child to have a typical life experience with everyday people as much as possible. Invite her child to birthday parties, playdates, or picnics. She will decide if her child will turn up or not. Don’t make that decision for her. Treat her child the same way as other children, unless she asks you to treat her child differently, it should be business as usual.

Self-Care

Offer to babysit occasionally if the child has a good relationship with you. Create opportunities for her to experience some “Me time”. Remember she is in it for the long haul, and it is tough, so self-care is a necessity. Help her get a little bit of free time if you are in a position to do so.

Be There

Call her often. If you can, check in with her daily. Ask her how she’s feeling. LISTEN to her, don’t interrupt. Let her know that she can cry and vent to you—knowing she has someone who can handle her emotional break downs makes her feel less alone. Drop by, bring her a bottle of wine or some pastry or have a cup of tea or coffee a cup of tea. Sit with her, even if she is too exhausted to have a conversation, let her know it’s OK. Just be present with her and enjoy the moment and the company.

“Difficult Days are so much easier when you know you’ve got someone to just sit
with you and be there for you” ~Piglet~ Return to the Hundred Acre Wood

Always be humble in everything you Think, Say and Do!

Enda Gilbert-Rosette has been an educator for 25 years. She has a BA in Education and a Masters in Education specialising in English as an Additional Language and Dialect and Learning Difficulties from Edith Cowan University, Perth, Western Australia. Enda is also an Internationally Certified Parental Burnout Practitioner and Holistic Life Coach. Her passion is connecting with the community and family she works with, and she values the role of mothers as she firmly believes that they are the anchor of the family.

Find out more about Enda and her services here

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