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Triggers in Politeness: Why ‘I’m Fine’ Can Be a Red Flag authenticity emotionalintelligence mindfulness personaldevelopment selfawareness Aug 13, 2025

How many times have you said, "I'm fine," when you weren’t?

I know I have—more times than I can count. In moments of disappointment, frustration, sadness, or even deep pain, I’ve defaulted to those t...

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Internal Resonance: The Quiet Power of Motivation That Lasts authenticity emotionalintelligence personaldevelopment selfawareness Jul 16, 2025

We live in a world that often runs on pressure. Deadlines. Expectations. Social approval. Performance reviews. Grades. Metrics. Rules.

And while these external motivators can certainly get people to ...

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The Resilience of an Athlete – and What It Teaches Us About Everyday Strength authenticity confidence empowerment mindfulness resilience selfworth Jun 18, 2025

After my recent Success Decoded episode with Ayesha Billimoria—an elite sprinter, coach, and voice of women’s empowerment in sport—I’ve been reflecting deeply on the athlete’s mindset. There’s somethi...

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How to Create Change Within Yourself (Without Losing Who You Are) authenticity confidence emotionalintelligence mindfulness personaldevelopment selfawareness Jun 04, 2025

A kinder, more effective approach to personal growth and confidence development

When most people pursue personal development, they often begin with a harsh inner monologue:

“I need to fix this part ...

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Building Confidence by Embracing Self-Trust Over Perfection authenticity careergrowth confidence emotionalintelligence personaldevelopment selfawareness May 14, 2025

Imagine trying to assemble a jigsaw puzzle, but every time you pick up a piece, you tell yourself, "This piece is wrong," or "This piece isn’t good enough." How long would it take before you became fr...

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Resilience Isn’t What You Think: The Elegant Virtue of Rising Gracefully authenticity emotionalintelligence personaldevelopment professionaldevelopment May 07, 2025

We often talk about resilience as if it’s a grit-your-teeth kind of toughness—something hard, unbreakable, and unfeeling. But through the lens of elegance and emotional intelligence, I’ve come to see ...

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3 Attributes of a Natural Born Leader authenticity emotionalintelligence leadershipdevelopment personaldevelopment professionaldevelopment selfawareness Apr 22, 2025

In my line of work as a personal and professional development coach, one fundamental truth reigns supreme: self-awareness is the cornerstone of success. Whether you're just getting back into the work ...

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Celebrating Excellence: Reflecting on the 7th Golden Excellence Award authenticity confidence elegance etiquette lifecoach Apr 22, 2025

As 'The Elegance Advisor,' my mission revolves around empowering individuals and organizations with the principles of etiquette, effective communication, emotional intelligence, and cross-cultural sen...

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Navigating Online Dating as a Single Mother: Embrace Authenticity, Set Boundaries, and Safeguard Your Self-Esteem authenticity boundaries selfawareness Apr 22, 2025

Stepping into the world of online dating as a single mother can be both exhilarating and daunting. Balancing the responsibilities of motherhood with the desire to find love is no small feat. However, ...

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