There are many times in our lives when we have to make a critical decision - quit a job, take an unknown opportunity, move out of a relationship, try a new cuisine etc. We are not sure of the outcome if we take a call to make the change. At that time a good question to ask ourselves is, “What will I lose if I do this?” It brings into perspective what we have that we won’t have if we make the decision. “I want to move out of this relationship,” she said hesitantly. “What is stopping you?” I...

Enhancing our emotional intelligence (EI) is vital for both our personal and professional growth. It involves mastering the skill of recognizing and managing our own emotions, as well as empathizing with others. By developing our EI, we can create stronger relationships, improve communication, and enhance our overall well-being. To jump-start your journey towards emotional intelligence, here are five actionable ideas you can implement today: 𝟏. 𝐌𝐚𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐀𝐫𝐭 𝐨𝐟 𝐀𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞...

There is a delicate balance between caring for your loved ones and smothering them with overprotection. Can excessive care and protection cross the line into abuse? Imagine a child, whose mother is overly protective. Initially, it appears heartwarming, but it soon becomes stifling. The child’s life is tightly controlled by their mother, who constantly scrutinizes their actions and decisions. This overbearing behaviour stifles the child’s independence and autonomy. True caring involves...