A story about imperfection, creativty & finding inspiration
I recently found myself in a familiar but uncomfortable place: realising that a budding friendship I’d invested in wasn’t quite what I thought it was. You know the feeling. You meet someone who seems wonderful. The initial conversations flow easily. You feel that rare spark of connection that’s so hard to find in adulthood. You …
Henna has been used as a natural hair dye for thousands of years, yet it remains one of the most misunderstood beauty treatments today. From ancient Egypt to modern salons, this plant-based dye continues to spark debates filled with misconceptions and half-truths. Let’s separate fact from fiction and explore what henna can really do for …
The use of henna to dye skin and hair has a long-standing tradition; some records indicate that we’ve been using it for over 9,000 years! It’s commonly known in the Middle East, Africa, and Southern and Western Asia. Historical records show that henna has been used for cosmetic purposes in, among others, the Roman Empire, …
Colouring is a great way to calm the mind without having to meditate
Just like our regular closet, our emotional closet gets filled up with all sorts of things. And just like you get inspired at 2 AM to Marie Kondo your way through your closet, it would do you a world of good to unload some emotional baggage too. The funny thing about emotions though, is that, …
Smartphones have taken over our lives. Like so many Lemmings, they’ve crowded into every nook and cranny of our lives. And now we can’t go anywhere without them – even to bed. Studies and surveys have uncovered that people sleep with their phones and wake up during the night to check what the latest haps …
You can bring all the talent in the world, and say that you’re going to depend on that alone, but it will only get you so far. To get to the finish line, it’s going to take grit and grind and desire. Every piston needs to be pumping at full-throttle in the engine if you’re …
If you want to reach those big goals, you’re gonna have to get comfortable with a degree of discomfort. Pushing yourself to your limits and then exceeding those limits is not painless. It requires trial and error, failure and success. And know that that’s the only way to get there. There are no shortcuts. Most …
It’s natural to resist change, especially when it comes in the form of challenges and adversity. Who wants to climb the mountain when you can take the ski-lift and enjoy the view on a leisurely ascent to the top? But since change is the only constant in life, change is inevitable. Building up yourself to …
Loneliness makes you feel empty, alone and unwanted. You crave human contact while feeling that it’s difficult to form connections with other people. And even if you like to spend time by yourself, in your own company, deep down you know that humans don’t do well if they’re completely alone. We’re social creatures and have …
If you have thoughts, you’re a thinker. Every human being engages their mind all day, every day. And the mind can be exercised and optimised, just like the body, with a few simple tools. Your smartphone can do almost anything, especially with the right apps. But it’s useful to sometimes ditch your phone in favour …
You wake up in the morning, feeling a sense of dread wash over you. You’ve been feeling anxious and stressed lately, and it’s starting to take a toll on your mental health. But then you remember something that has been helping you feel better – journaling. You sit down at your desk with a pen …
Bullying is often thought of as a behaviour that only occurs in childhood or adolescence. But adult bullies are also a reality that many people face. Adult bullying takes many forms and can have a significant impact on the victim’s emotional and mental well-being. What is adult bullying? Adult bullying includes verbal, physical, and emotional …
Going from trauma dumping to healthy emotional sharing is a crucial step towards building more supportive and balanced relationships. Trauma dumping can be overwhelming for both the person sharing and the listener, and it may not provide the emotional support that the sharer truly needs. Here’s an actionable guide to help individuals transition from trauma …
Self-witnessing is a powerful practice that allows us to delve deep into the intricacies of our inner world. By consciously observing our thoughts, emotions, and actions, we gain valuable insight into our own psyche. This introspective process aids us in uncovering the underlying motivations behind our behaviours, unravelling the complex web of perceptions that shape …
A smiling face is truly a beautiful face and a simple smile is the door to opening your heart to compassion. Everyone recognises and understands a smile because a smile is the universal language of kindness and friendliness. With hundreds of languages around the world, the smile speaks them all. A smile is the shortest …