September 2025
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Five Coaching Techniques to Heal After Someone Leaves
Loss touches everyone at some stage in life. It may be the end of a cherished relationship, the passing of a loved one, or even the departure of a trusted colleague. Whatever the circumstance, the space left behind often feels daunting, heavy, and uncertain. The process of healing after someone leaves is not straightforward; it…
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Why We Keep Backups in Love and How It’s Ruining Intimacy
It feels as if everyone is keeping their suitcase half-packed these days. People enter relationships carrying exit strategies in their back pockets. They don’t move in with their whole heart; they rent a room with flexible terms. Somewhere along the way, commitment stopped meaning “I’m here” and started meaning “I’m here, until I’m not.” I’ve…
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Breaking Silence, Building Futures: My Upcoming Intervention on HIV/AIDS Awareness in Chandigarh
In just a few days, I will be heading to Chandigarh, India, to take part in the 18th Global Youth Peace Fest (GYPF 2025). The Fest gathers young leaders, educators, policymakers, and peacebuilders from around the world, and this year I have been entrusted with a particularly significant role: moderating a session on intensified HIV…
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The Legacy Trap: Why Our Obsession with Being Remembered Is Killing the Way We Live
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How Life Breaks Women Until They Can No Longer Be Broken
When I sit across women in my coaching sessions, I often notice a quiet armour around them. It is not loud, nor is it a deliberate show of power. Instead, it is something woven deep inside their being, an invisible fabric of toughness, resilience, and, at times, what the world quickly labels as “heartlessness.” But…
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The Myth of Permanence: Why Accepting Change Leads to Peace
Human beings are naturally drawn to permanence. We long for certainty, stability, and structures that feel secure. From childhood, we are encouraged to “settle down”, build lasting careers, and form relationships that will withstand the test of time. Permanence promises comfort. It assures us that we are safe, that our efforts will endure, and that…
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Why the Rapid Growth of the Sex Toy Industry is Entering the Coaching Room
For decades, conversations about sex toys were whispered in corners, tucked into the shadows of taboo. Today, however, the industry has surged into the mainstream with startling speed, becoming one of the most resilient and fast-growing sectors in the wellness market. What was once confined to discreet shops has transformed into a multi-billion-pound industry visible…
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Why Goddess Durga Is the Ultimate Life Coach: Navratri Lessons for Strength, Balance and Inner Growth
Every year during Navratri, I find myself not only celebrating the festival with rituals, colours, and devotion but also pausing to reflect on what Goddess Durga truly represents. Beyond the lamps, the music, and the collective joy, there lies a deeper truth: Durga is not just a goddess; she is the ultimate life coach. Her…
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Setting New Goals After an Ending: A Practical Guide
Endings are woven into the fabric of life. They come in many forms: a relationship that has run its course, a career that no longer inspires, a project that has reached completion, or a personal chapter that feels finished. Each ending, no matter how big or small, leaves behind its own set of emotions—relief, sadness,…
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Powerful Coaching Lessons from Breakups, Resignations, and Goodbyes
Life is full of endings. Some are chosen, like resigning from a job. Others are unexpected, like a painful breakup or the sudden departure of a colleague. Goodbyes—whether personal or professional—are often emotionally charged, leaving us with a mixture of grief, relief, and uncertainty. Yet, these moments of transition can become powerful coaching lessons. By…