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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Imagine a convenient tool that not only helps you visualize your dreams but also engages your senses in a way that resonates deeply with your subconscious.

Mind movies do just that, offering a dynamic and immersive form of visualization. Unlike static images, these movies combine visuals, affirmations, and music to create a multi-sensory experience.

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If you’ve ever wondered why some conflicts with your partner are repetitive—despite your love, effort, and good intentions—differing temperaments may be the culprit.

Temperament impacts our behavior in numerous ways: how intensely we feel, how quickly we adapt, how cautious we are, and whether we’re a planner or spontaneous. Unlike changing moods, temperament traits are inborn. No escaping your temperament!

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Diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) are common workplace goals. Companies have invested billions in programs, training, and policies. Despite these efforts, many employees—especially those from underrepresented backgrounds—still report feeling excluded, unheard, or undervalued.

Why? Because policies can mandate DEI programs, but unless leaders model empathetic and inclusive leadership, the sense of belonging in a company culture will be lacking. 

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Ending a long-time friendship was one of the most difficult things I’ve ever done. Although it was extremely challenging because I truly cared for my friend, it was also the most liberating action I’ve ever taken on my own behalf.

I discovered how profoundly depleting a friendship can be when it’s a mismatch and one person is dependent on the other. After the initial sadness subsided, it became wildly apparent in so many ways why it was the best decision for both of us.

Choosing what’s best for you sometimes requires unwavering boundaries that can end a friendship. Here's what I learned.

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You know the feeling: you’re exhausted, even though you haven’t done anything strenuous. Your mind races at night with other people’s problems; someone you care about is hurting. Whether it’s a friend, a child, an employee, or a client, you carry their pain like it’s your own.

When a person feels the weight of emotional exhaustion, it’s tempting to blame empathy: “I care too much.” “I feel too deeply.” I’m burning out from empathy.”

It’s a convenient narrative—but inaccurate. 

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