Change is an integral, unavoidable part of life. Every day, the smallest change influences our every decision and shapes our strategy to combat any challenges we’re facing. Human nature in general isn’t conducive to change and constantly chases and yearns for security and safety - a sense of homeostasis, if you will.
Read MoreSocial health is defined as the ability to form and sustain meaningful relationships that contribute to your mental wellbeing and emotional development. Social connections are extremely vital to humans because they keep us sane and reduce sentiments of loneliness and helplessness.
Read MoreIn the days leading up to the launch of my new show ‘Ghathi Moodik’ (feeding your mood in Arabic), several people have asked me how I, a life coach, ended up hosting her own food show. The answer, in a nutshell, is because I believe that food affects our mood and behaviour. I strongly advocate this ideology in my coaching sessions, to my family and my peers.
Read MoreThere is nothing wrong with being a sensitive creature, despite the highs and lows associated with it. People categorise you as ‘overly-emotional’, but you simply feel things. HSPs may be introverts, extroverts or a combination of the two.
Read MoreDuring the course of our relationships with our loved ones, we may come face-to-face with conflict. At times, the issue is trivial and tends to get sorted on its own, whereas during other moments, the conflict may become difficult to push past without resolve. At this point, how you choose to work through the issue determines the future of your relationship.
Read MoreGetting out of a routine takes a lot of work - finding a new challenge and the means to achieve it can be both rewarding and fear-inducing. Hence, we choose to remain where we are - the comfort zone.
Read MoreThe struggle of trying to keep up with the facade of social media and real life could eventually lead them to, which could be detrimental to overall emotional health in the long run.
Read MoreProcrastination ails even the most motivated of people. While putting things off might give us temporary satisfaction, the lingering tasks or situations end up weighing down heavily on us, thus causing more grief and stress in the long run.
Read MoreSome pioneers of change come from privileged backgrounds, but there are others who had to overcome numerous obstacles and have come a long way to make their voices heard and their opinions count. Whatever the profession, every successful woman has fought back to overcome the challenges she faced because of her gender.
Read MoreAn Emotional Vampire may wear the cloak of wisdom, virtue and grace – which is often the main reason why one may fall victim to this person.
Read MoreWhile feeling fear is natural and often helpful, it can also hold you back from achieving your dreams and reaching higher goals in life.
Read MoreMore often than not, we are quick to judge others – sometimes, a bit too soon. Have you ever thought why that might be?
Read MoreI always say, “Start with your mind first!” It’s the mission controller of your life – it drives every action you take; it has the power to make or break you. Therefore, it’s important to strengthen your mind, no matter what the situation may be.
Read MoreWhen I look back at my life today, I see that every phase of it propelled me to the next and led to me this point here, right now – a time where I feel I’ve truly begun to understand the cycle of life.
Read MoreEvery phase of your life will reveal a different, enhanced and evolved version of yourself. Don’t be shy to try new things because it “doesn’t fit” your character or because people might question if you’ve gone crazy.
Read MoreNo matter how official or dry your work environment is, the opportunity to inject a bit of joy is always possible!
Read MoreResearch and tangible ROI has been a huge curiosity in the mental development arena and so various credible institutions have concluded similar beneficial outcomes.
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