My Story & Journey - Who is Stella Tenzin

  Are you a style person or a fashion person? At first glance, they may seem like the same thing, but they're actually very different. As fashion designer Elaine Turner once said: "Style is all about how you carry yourself and project yourself to the world. More than what you're wearing, it's about an overall attitude and sense of ease with yourself." That quote perfectly captures the difference. Fashion and style often go hand in hand, but they are not interchangeable. Fashion changes with every season. Style stays with you for a lifetime. Fashion follows trends; style reflects your identity. Fashion asks, "What's popular?" Style asks, "Who am I?" I've noticed something interesting every time I meet someone for the first time. There are usually two kinds of people. The first person scans me from head to toe, silently judging the brands I'm wearing, the shoes I have on, or whether my outfit is "fashionable." The second ...

 On paper, Thomas Edison often appears to be the winner. He became one of history's most famous inventors and played a major role in developing practical incandescent lighting and building the first commercial electric power systems. His name became synonymous with innovation. But if we look at the bigger picture, Nikola Tesla's impact arguably reached even further. While Edison helped make the light bulb commercially viable, Tesla's work on alternating current (AC) made it possible to transmit electricity efficiently over long distances. Without that breakthrough, delivering electric power to millions of homes and businesses around the world would have been far more difficult. The rivalry between Edison and Tesla became known as the "War of the Currents." After Tesla left Edison's company, the two backed competing electrical systems: Edison promoted direct current (DC), while Tesla championed alternating current (AC). Edison even supported public demonstratio...

Patience is not a virtue -at least not for me. Whoever coined that phrase, in a way, has destroyed my earlier life ha! It shaped a mindset I no longer fully agree with. Let me give a simple example. If you are extremely hungry, would you cook something, order food, or sit around waiting for something better to happen? Obviously, you take action. You don’t wait. In my view, the mind should operate similarly in most areas of life-whether professional or personal. For a long time, I used to wait for the “perfect” opportunity. I would convince myself that I needed to be more patient in order to land the perfect job or meet the right person. But often, those opportunities never came. And by the time I revisited what I once ignored, those doors were already closed. That said, I’m not suggesting lowering your standards or settling for less. Rather, it’s about engaging with the opportunities in front of you while still aiming higher. You never know-something you once overlooked as “too small” ...

  Train the Mind Before You Train the Body Most people begin a fitness journey by focusing on workouts. Yet the strongest transformation starts with the mind. Before changing your body, ask yourself: Why do I want to become fit? What habits are preventing me from reaching my goals? Am I eating to nourish my body or to satisfy cravings? Do I wake up with energy or fatigue? What daily routines are helping or hurting my health? Your physical transformation begins with your daily decisions. The body follows where the mind leads. Start the Day With Intention Breakfast is often viewed as the first meal of the day, but it can also be viewed as the first opportunity to set your metabolic direction. Before eating, consider: Am I truly hungry? How did I sleep? How do I feel mentally and physically? What foods will support my goals today? Many successful fitness transformations come from becoming more aware of eating patterns rather than simply restricting calories...

 When I first came across the statement, “Happiness is the gap between expectations and reality,” by Morgan Housel, it immediately caught my attention. At the time, I was searching for answers to a question that has fascinated people for generations: What truly makes us happy? Being naturally curious, I was drawn to learn more about his ideas, which eventually led me to reading his work. My curiosity about human behavior had actually started earlier, when I began working as a realtor in the real estate industry. I often found myself wondering how my clients thought and felt. What made them happiest when they bought their first home? Was it the house itself, the sense of achievement, the security, or something deeper? The more I explored these questions, the deeper I fell into what felt like a rewarding rabbit hole. Each answer seemed to lead to even more meaningful questions. I found myself reflecting not only on the motivations of others but also on my own life. Questions such a...

  Tucked away on a quieter street in Astoria, Queens, Maison de Manee (cute cozy cafe) feels like one of those places you almost don’t want to share because discovering it by accident is part of its charm. It doesn’t rely on loud signage or trendy hype. Instead, it pulls you in with something softer: the smell of buttered pastries drifting out the door, warm light spilling onto the sidewalk, and a brunch menu that quietly blends French finesse with Thai comfort in a way that just works. Inside, the space feels intimate and intentional. It’s the kind of cozy where you lose track of time- brunch turns into a long, lingering afternoon without you noticing. One moment you’re there for a quick bite, and the next you’re savoring something that tastes both familiar and new at the same time: flaky croissants with a subtle aromatic twist, bold sauces layered with gentle spice, and coffee that feels like it was made with care rather than speed. It’s not trying to compete with Manhattan’s pol...

 Hello Seekers, I know I said I would be talking about relationships, but I've had a change of heart. I've decided to let that topic marinate for a while and revisit it when things come more spontaneously and I have something truly valuable to share. For now, I want to start with the topic I originally created this blog for. Some of you already know that I've openly shared my journey with food and my past struggles with an eating disorder. But here's the interesting thing: once you've overcome challenges and done the work to heal, your relationship with food changes completely. Not only does your love for food grow, but it also evolves into an appreciation for hospitality, culture, and the experiences that surround it. As an avid traveler, I've visited countless cafes, restaurants, hotel lounges, and cocktail bars. After years of being a freelance writer, I'm ready to shift gears and start writing food and hospitality reviews right here on my own blog. Why? ...