Did you know that we recommend meditating with eyes open? Meditate with eyes open and you're more likely to stay awake and alert, with no temptation to nod off! It ensures that you not only stay grounded and present, but also develop a skill that...
Conflicts are like icebergs. What you see or understand is only a portion of what's really happening. So, take time to explore your iceberg of conflict. Look below the words and actions that fuelled the conflict. Uncover your emotions, expectations and everything else that lie...
Often, we gravitate towards people who are similar to us. This makes things more comfortable and easier. But more often than not, we're around people who are very different from us, and sometimes almost opposite to us. Today, appreciate the differences and acknowledge how people whose...
When it comes to having fun, do you plan or are you spontaneous? Well, even fun needs to be organized. We have to research the activity, make the time, coordinate with others, book things in advance. But when we over plan, it's likely that we...
Here is a technique to calm an overactive mind: Keep the mind active with a few simple thoughts. "I am calm." "My mind is clear." Sometimes a few simple thoughts is all the mind needs to restore calm. Calm the overactive mind and then you...
When a challenging situation arises, recognise your responsibility in the situation. Taking responsibility doesn’t mean blaming yourself. It means recognising that there is something to learn here. Step back from the challenging situation and ask yourself: What is this situation trying to tell me? What can...
How often do you feel you're not good enough, not smart enough, not successful enough...
Sometimes we wake up in a bad mood, or our mood crashes for a reason or even no reason. As a lot in life depends on our mood, remember, we don't have to put up with our bad mood. To pull yourself out of a mood,...
Healthy friendships are good for you! They’re linked to better cardiovascular health and mental health, lower blood pressure and stress. For healthy friendships, exercise the 2 ‘S’; ‘Smile’ and ‘Silence’ appropriately. Smile more, both with your eyes and lips. Show you’re glad to see someone. Show...
Everything you do matters. You may not think it, but it does. Now, don't get stressed about watching your back, but everything you do sets an example for others to do the same. Be intentional and thoughtful about what you do, even when you think that...
