In one of my parenting classes years ago, a father in the front row seemed perplexed, even disturbed. I inquired, and his response was surprising—an insight every parent should understand! If parents developed this one trait, all else would fall into place: happier children, less stressed parents, and thriving families.

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In today's fast-paced world, maintaining emotional balance can be challenging. Yet, amidst the demands and stress, the simple act of inhaling a fragrance can offer a moment of tranquility. Essential oils, with their rich scents, have been used for centuries to promote well-being and peace.

Let's explore how these oils can enhance emotional health and support mental balance through the power of scent.

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If you’ve recently spent any time around leadership conversations, you’ve probably noticed a dramatic shift. For decades, strategy was king. Boardrooms were full of elaborate planning backed by KPIs, and talk of being tough on employees during quarterly reviews.

However, the leaders succeeding today are leading with something far less tangible yet far more powerful—empathy.

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As we approach the end of the year and look toward a fresh start in 2026, many people feel the desire for renewal—emotionally, mentally, and physically. The holidays bring reflection and a wonderful connection with family and friends. The new year inspires change and positive intentions.

However, real change doesn’t always require big resolutions or intense self-improvement plans. Sometimes the most powerful mental and emotional shifts begin right where you are: in your home.

Ever thought to yourself, “After everything I’ve done for you!” or “What an ingrate!”? Unfortunately, many parents of adult children today are aching with these sentiments. When you feel taken for granted, it can feel pretty lousy! It hurts.

You’ve devoted years of time, money, and emotional labor to raising your children. Although every parent makes mistakes, you thought you had taught them to be respectful, loving, and caring.

So, where’s the disconnect?

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Workplace gossip. It spreads faster than a virus, thrives in uncertainty, and quietly erodes trust. From whispers of “Did you hear…?” or “That meeting was a total waste of time” to snide remarks and criticisms on Slack or company chats, workplace gossip can be destructive if left unchecked.

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People are remarkably adaptive. We learn early how to survive, while getting attention and love, the best ways we know how. From infancy, we absorb emotional patterns, beliefs, and behaviors from our parents, caretakers, teachers, and society.

Many of these patterns are helpful, but others are often limiting. They operate silently and unconsciously sabotage our happiness. Our brain’s unconscious programming shapes our decisions and emotional responses without our awareness or conscious consent.

It’s as if someone else is making life choices for us without our knowledge. So, if you want to [...]

The intention behind the Gentle Parenting Style and trend has the right idea. It’s absolutely true that children deserve to be treated with kindness, empathy, and understanding. Most parents who choose the Gentle Parenting model want to raise children who feel heard, seen, loved, and emotionally secure. All great reasons, right!?

So, what goes wrong? 

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Emotional Intelligence is like a theory on the brink of stardom. Over the past two and a half decades, the social theory has become one of the biggest buzzwords in fields like psychology, children’s education and business. From McDonald’s to the Dalai Lama and Harvard Business Review, organizations across the political and economic spectrum are diving into Emotional Intelligence (aka Emotional Intelligence Quotient; EQ for short). The history of emotional intelligence is less known but nonetheless fascinating.

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