A Gentle Check-In Before Year End
If 2025 has been a difficult year , if you’ve navigated a separation, or you’re slowly finding your way back to yourself after a toxic relationship, you might feel ready to kick this year straight to the kerb. But before you do, and before the Christmas chaos sweeps in for those who celebrate, this is […]
Divorcing a Dominator? 5 Costly Mistakes I See Women Make (and How to Avoid Them)
You don’t divorce a dominator the same way you divorce a decent man. If you play nice, you’ll lose. If you show up unprepared, he’ll devour you. And the cost? Your money, your children’s peace, your future. What I’ve learned walking beside women in this battle: divorce is not just paperwork. It is a threshold […]
Divorcing Your Inner Critic: How Positive Intelligence Helps You Take the Lead
Let’s be honest — divorce can turn your mind into a battleground. It’s not just the paperwork, the lawyers, or the late-night Googling of “what is parallel parenting?” It’s the inner war zone — the self-doubt, the guilt, the voice in your head whispering “You’ve failed.” Enter Positive Intelligence. Rooted in neuroscience and psychology, Positive […]
Is It Me?
We all wrestle with that internal voice—the one whispering we’re not good enough, not ready enough, not pretty enough. Sometimes, it feels endless. My daughter is only six, and I’ve already noticed a shift in her words: “I’m ugly,” “I’m not good at this,” “I can’t do that.” We all develop an inner voice early […]
”It’s Just Me Now” — A Real Story of Starting Over as a Single Mum
At just 10 years old, I witnessed what most people never see behind closed doors—the strength it takes to rebuild a life from scratch. My older sister left an abusive relationship with nothing but two little girls, a broken heart, and a brave face. That moment? It wasn’t the end of the pain. It was […]
Finding the Right Family Lawyer in the UAE: Why It Matters So Much More in Domestic Abuse Cases
If you’re in the UAE and facing family breakdown, finding the right lawyer is hard enough. But if you’re also dealing with domestic abuse, it becomes even more critical—and, unfortunately, even more complicated. Time and again, I’ve seen people—mostly women—reach out for help, only to be met with confusion, conflicting legal advice, and a painful […]
Loneliness vs. Solitude: Why Time Alone After a Breakup Is Your Greatest Power Move.
“You yourself, as much as anybody in the entire universe, deserve your love and affection.” – Buddha A breakup or divorce forces you to make a choice: drown in loneliness or rise in solitude. One weakens you. The other transforms you. Loneliness is a craving, an emptiness that begs to be filled. Solitude? Solitude is […]
Breaking Free: A No-Nonsense Guide for British Expats Battling Domestic Abuse in Dubai
Understanding Your Rights Living abroad in a vibrant city like Dubai is typically viewed as a lifetime adventure, brimming with new cultures, experiences, and opportunities. However, the reality of domestic abuse, which knows no borders, can cast a shadow over this experience. The distance from familiar support systems may seem daunting, but remember, support services […]
Has my device been hacked?
Technology is a powerful tool, but it can also be used as a weapon in abusive situations. Spyware allows perpetrators to control, abuse, and track your movements. Unfortunately, spyware is often cheap and easy to install, making it difficult to detect. Signs your device may have spyware: Battery drains unusually fast The device turns […]
Turning Pain into Personal Growth: Lessons Learned from Divorce
According to Forbes (2024), over 43% of first-time marriages end in divorce. The numbers climb even higher for subsequent marriages, with 60% of second marriages, 73% of third marriages, and an astonishing 93% of fourth marriages ending in divorce. These statistics reveal a critical truth: divorce is a common experience, not an anomaly, and it […]
