Self-Discipline as Success
byOur mind is the most powerful tool we possess to shape the narrative of our experiences. Through it, we can attempt to shift our thoughts,…
Self Growth
Everyone is an “Imposter”
byWe all become “imposters” if we over-attach our identity to a rigid understanding of ourselves, so expanding our sense of self can help us feel…
Finding Your Motivation Through Your Dose of Motivation
byAs a part of experiencing life, we all find ourselves in moments of despair. There are times when it’s harder to get out of bed,…
When Our Need to Belong Becomes Harmful
byHow do our various identities serve our need to feel part of something bigger? How does the biological need for a sense of belonging affect…
Struggles of a Third-Culture Kid
byA third culture kid (TCK) reflects on the feelings of being torn between two nations and realizes the importance of accepting the lack of belonging….
The Powerful Weight of Words
by“Have you not considered how Allah presents an example, making a good word like a good tree, whose root is firmly fixed and its branches…
I’m Burnt Out: The Story of a Generation
byExploring how the youth keep feeling burnout as a result of internalizing the pressures to over-achieve. Meet Ahmad Marwan, a man of many hats. Working…
The Art of Letting Go
byHave you ever felt like the world was heavy on your shoulders? Like the burden just never stops? Success is the very thing we crave,…
The Personal & Societal Dangers of Excessive Positivity
byAt what point is positive thinking truly serving us versus coming in the way of our personal growth, mental health, relationships, and community engagement? The…
Self-Deprecating Humor: The Good and The Bad
bySelf-deprecating humor is the new normal in our lives. How does such humor reveal secrets about your self-perception? How can you use such humor to…
The Importance of Speaking your Mother Tongue Around Kids
byWhat’s the importance of teaching children their mother tongue from birth, and how does it enhance their skills and experiences. A few days ago, while…
Productivity Contest in Quarantine
byDelving into what this quarantine feels like and how overwhelming social media is becoming as it turns into a productivity contest affecting mental health. At…
When to Say No to Opportunity
by“Knowing when to quit, leave a toxic situation, demand more from life (…) is a very important skill that people who win at life all…
Daring To Fail
byIs our fear of failure is limiting us? Winston Churchill said failure is not fatal. So why do we act like it is? Most of…
How To Set And Keep New Year Resolutions
byResolutions fail 80% of the time. Setting the right ones and having a clear plan makes it more likely to achieve them. Around the…
The Gentle Wisdom of Wabi-Sabi
byA brief exploration of the ancient Japanese philosophy Wabi Sabi and how to live a better life through it. Some of us can never…
Comparison is A Dangerous Game
byThe easiest way to feel bad about yourself is to compare yourself with others instead of focusing on your own growth. Having a competitive…
5 Lessons I Learnt from my Cat
byThe bond between humans and animals is rarely discussed or taken seriously in the region. Take a look at how a profound, joyful bond…
Beyond What Meets the Eye – by Ameera AlGhafri (@TheKindMind2) & Sarah AlKaabi (@sarahkay_s)
byEverybody tells us not to judge books by their covers yet our whole lives are circulated around judgment. The progression of our life constantly…
How Heavy is Your Baggage?
byBeing comfortable with all the emotional baggage that you carried all those years is easier than putting it down and allowing vacancy, isn’t it?…