How to Be the Most Beautiful Woman in the Room: A 3-Part Beauty Manifesto

Everything has beauty, but not everyone sees it. I watched her walk into the room. With every head turned, the space around us immediately went quiet as she sauntered down the long stairway, similar to a Cinderella-esque movie montage. She filled the room as an audible gasp of air was heard from everyone in her […]

Does Style Really Matter? (These images may change your mind!)

One should either be a work of art, or wear a work of art. I remember looking in the mirror over ten years ago and not even recognizing myself. The word chic was not a part of my vocabulary.  In fact, I was quite frumpy. When women look at me now, they often assume I came out […]

My Journey from a Size 20 to a Size 2

The first thing you lose on a diet is your sense of humor. Women often ask: “Tonya, how did you lose the weight?” I think the better question is: “How did you finally find peace?” Here’s the thing:  I’ve lived in The Zone, been to South Beach, tried to become a “Skinny Bitch”, nearly killed myself taking phen-phen, been a raw […]

Are You Resisting Joy? Your Answer May Surprise You!

Joy is what happens to us when we allow ourselves to recognize how good things really are. Early morning last weekend, as I sat by the pool at the Ritz Carlton in Aspen, I reflected upon the present situation: it was truly a perfect moment.Great hair day, perfectly brewed coffee in hand, new opportunities presenting […]