Author: Manal
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The day I didn’t get a KitKat
Have you ever felt the universe directly and literally talking to you? Yesterday, it happened to me; not once, but several times, as if something was gently nudging me in the same direction. A month ago, after an incident at work, I started contemplating the idea of leaving my job and dedicating my time to…
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Time waits for no one
This is a story I wrote years ago about not taking action on the things that matter to us, thinking we have time. I find the core message very relevant to me now as I contemplate new decisions that impact both my career and my personal life. I hope it resonates with you too. Happy…
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The gentle blueprint Sandybell left on my soul
I was born in 1981, the same year a tomboyish girl with blonde pigtails and a Scotch Collie first appeared on television screens. Her name was Sandybell. In my house, she wasn’t just a character; she was a nickname. My parents saw her in me or perhaps they created her in me. They styled my blonde hair…
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Openness is a window that opens inwards
Last year, when I started my journey to becoming more authentic and real, the very first trait I thought I should embody was openness. Thinking that in order to be authentic, one should hide nothing; show themselves fully; to wear my heart on my sleeve, to say what’s on my heart and mind openly. A…
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The lady of Shalott
I was recently reminded of a song that I loved a very long time ago, but it had slipped my memory. The song is a poem by Alfred Lord Tennyson, sung in the magical, nostalgic voice of Loreena McKennitt. “The Lady of Shalott” is a tragic story of a lady who lived in Arthurian legend. She is…
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Love isn’t a feeling, it’s an intention
It’s not unusual to come across short clips about love and relationships when scrolling through social media. There’s plenty of valuable advice out there, but only a few make you think and want to redefine your assumptions about love. On two occasions this month, I gave space to two thoughts I heard: Compatibility or differences?…
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Tapping into your II (Inner Intelligence)
There has been a lot of talk about the dangers of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and how it’s designed to condition humanity into a specific way of thinking and living. Some say it’s another form of mind control, while others argue it will become too intelligent, it will eventually take over the world. As a person…
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I cracked the code of discipline!
After years of wondering what discipline is all about and how to make it a constant factor in my life, I think I’ve cracked the code today. This morning I woke up early, and as with every day, I love spending my first hours doing something for myself before I start hustling for work. That’s…
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Don’t give up on affirmations
“It boils down to choosing the thoughts you think and choosing the food you eat. And if you can be wise in both areas, you have perfect health” – Louise Hay While it’s also wise to believe that there isn’t a one-size-fits-all solution to all of life’s problems, this might actually be it. I’m writing…
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It started with anger…
Most of us can remember a time – especially during our teenage years – when we were angry at one or both of our parents. At that stage of life, even the smallest misunderstanding can make us feel victimised, misunderstood, or unheard. Add teenage hormones to the mix, and you’ve got rage at best, if…
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