Muhami Matters

Trauma flashbacks can feel completely real. They are not simply memories. For many professionals, they affect performance, relationships, leadership and wellbeing long after the original event.In this episode of Muhami Matters, Chris Adams speaks with Fran Nguyen, Trauma Counsellor and TRTP practitioner, about complex PTSD, workplace bullying, professional pressure and how trauma is stored in the subconscious mind.Drawing on decades of experience across the UK, Hong Kong, Pakistan and Australia, Fran explains:Why PTSD is not limited to military experienceThe impact of trauma on familiesWhy some therapy approaches do not work for everyoneHow TRTP differs from CBT and EMDRHow guided imagination helps turn off traumatic “video loops”What recovery can look like for professionalsGuest:Fran NguyenWebsite: https://fran-traumacounselling.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/frannguyen1/Host:Chris Adamshttps://www.linkedin.com/in/chrisadamsdxb/Explore more episodes:https://muhami.ae/muhami-matters/#MuhamiMatters #Muhami #محامي #CJAConsulting #PTSD #Trauma #MentalHealth #WorkplaceWellbeing

Trauma flashbacks can feel completely real.In this upcoming episode of Muhami Matters, Chris Adams speaks with Fran Nguyen, Trauma Counsellor, about why flashbacks happen, how trauma is stored in the body, and what recovery can look like.The full episode is released on Monday.Guest:Fran NguyenTrauma CounsellingWebsite: https://fran-traumacounselling.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/frannguyen1/Host:Chris Adamshttps://www.linkedin.com/in/chrisadamsdxb/#MuhamiMatters #Muhami #محامي #CJAConsulting #Trauma #MentalHealth #PTSD #Counselling

Confidence is not something you perform. It is something you build internally, especially when professional life feels uncertain or pressured.In this episode of Muhami Matters, Chris Adams is joined by Maria Newman, coach and NLP Master Practitioner at Maria Newman Coaching, to explore how professionals can silence the inner critic and develop confidence that holds up in difficult conversations, decision-making, leadership, and client work.They discuss self-awareness, the know, like, trust framework applied to yourself, reframing self-talk, and practical ways to respond rather than react when you feel challenged.Guest: Maria NewmanWebsite: https://mummyonabreak.co.uk/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/maria-newman/More episodes: https://muhami.ae/muhami-matters/#MuhamiMatters #Muhami #محامي #CJAConsulting #Confidence #ProfessionalDevelopment #LeadershipMindset #Coaching #InnerCritic

Confidence is not something you perform. It is something you build from the inside.In this trailer for Muhami Matters, Chris Adams speaks with Maria Newman, coach and NLP Master Practitioner at Maria Newman Coaching, about how confidence shows up internally for professionals and why the inner critic is often the biggest barrier to progress.Drawing on real professional experiences, Maria shares insight into:How self-awareness underpins confidenceWhy negative self-talk erodes trust in yourselfPractical ways to reframe doubt and uncertaintyHow leaders can foster confidence in their teamsWhy confidence begins with knowing, liking, and trusting who you are🎙️ The full episode is released Monday 9 FebruaryGuest: Maria NewmanHost: Chris Adams

Innovation is one of the most talked-about ideas in professional services, yet one of the least clearly defined. For many leaders in regulated and high-trust environments, innovation can feel abstract, risky, or overly associated with technology rather than credibility and client trust.In this episode of Muhami Matters, host Chris Adams, Founder of Muhami and CJA Consulting, is joined by Zena Cox, Operations Director at IdeasUK, to explore what innovation really looks like in practice, particularly within professional services and regulated industries.Together, they discuss why innovation is not about brainstorming sessions or chasing trends, but about implementing ideas that add real value. The conversation focuses on how organisations can innovate in a structured, human-centred way, while balancing risk, compliance, and business-as-usual demands.Topics covered include:The difference between creativity and innovationContinuous improvement as the foundation of credible innovationInnovation in regulated and professional services environmentsBalancing innovation with compliance, risk, and trustWhy defining a clear end goal is essentialListening to clients as the driver of meaningful changeManaging failure, learning quickly, and building psychological safetyWhether organisations need innovation teams or innovation mindsetsMeasuring innovation through outcomes rather than activityA practical 90-day approach to launching innovation effectivelyZena shares insights from her experience in highly regulated sectors, including pharmaceuticals and government, and explains how organisations of all sizes can build innovation capability without damaging credibility or trust.This episode is essential listening for leaders, lawyers, consultants, and professionals who want to stay relevant by delivering better outcomes for clients, teams, and organisations, without unnecessary hype.

Innovation can feel abstract - or risky - in regulated, high-trust environments. But it doesn’t have to be.In this trailer for Muhami Matters, Chris Adams speaks with Zena Cox (Operations Director, IdeasUK) about making innovation practical: focusing on implementation, defining the end goal, and building the right structure so ideas don’t disappear after the brainstorm.\🎧 Full episode coming soon.Host: Chris Adamshttps://www.linkedin.com/in/chrisadamsdxb/#MuhamiMatters #Muhami #محامي #CJAConsulting #Innovation #ProfessionalServices