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  • Neuro-Blues – the neuroscience of breakups with Dr Sweta Adatia

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    Heartache is more than a romantic notion that we can underplay, it can hurt us physiologically, neurologically and psychologically. In this episode, we delve further into how the pain of relationship breakdowns can impact our brains and body chemistry. Whether it is ghosting by a friend, workplace cliques, the end of a romantic relationship to family breakups, the chemicals in our brains can change which can affect our actions, behaviours, and emotions. In today’s episode, we are going to shed light on how breakups impact our brains, physiology, and biology. The special guest on this episode of the You Got This podcast, is Dr. Sweta Adatia a Neurologist currently working at Gargash Hospital, Dubai, UAE. She has experienced heartache and shares her journey from a personal and professional perspective - navigating the brain to navigate her life. In this episode, Monica and Dr Sweta discuss: The impact of heartache on our brainsHow we can navigate the pain of breakupsThe differences between the brains of men and womenThe journey and phases of loveTools to support ourselves and our brain health 

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  • All you wanna do is criticise

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    We get criticised by others and at times, we may criticise people. The impact of this is profound on those being targeted or having to ensure it. Monica discusses: Reclaiming your own powerHow criticism at a young age can impact us todayBuilding resilience and reflecting on criticisms

  • Harvest the seeds you sow:  You have the ability to grow an orchard

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    We create the tone and vision for our lives based on our thoughts, actions and behaviours. Negative thinking = negative results, positive thinking = increase chances of positive outcomes. We have the choice on who we want to be and the lives we want to live. Sometimes, we may not see the results right away, they take time so patience is important. In this episode, Monica talks about:Our lives and minds being like a gardenA conversation with a friend who did the work to reap the benefitsImportance of doing the work

  • The value of Emotional Intelligence (EQ) and EQ assessments for leaders

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    In this episode, Monica focuses on EQ assessments and introduces the topic of emotional intelligence. EQ is an important leadership skillset to have and in today’s world, it is becoming ever more necessary given the rapid change in technology.  What it means to have emotional intelligenceThe impact of stress on today’s leaderThe amygdala high-jackUsing assessments to understand your EQ

  • 5. When things fall apart, we need to step back and heal – Alex Jean-Poix’ journey

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    In this episode, Monica Mahi welcomes Alex Jean-Poix to talk about burnout, feeling overwhelmed and why it is key to let ourselves heal. Alex Jean-Poix, a passionate startup and social impact evangelist, boasts over ten years of diverse experience gained at the United Nations and the private sector. Her recent encounter with burnout inspired her to launch the Wellness & Productivity Podcast/Summit, aiming to equip individuals and businesses with practical strategies to enhance wellness as a key to productivity. In this episode, Monica and Alex discuss:Burnout and navigating the challenges of lifeFinding balance in well-being by doing what matters to youThe role of organisations in supporting their employees and building psychological safetyGiving ourselves time to mournThe importance of giving back to society and serviceDealing with life through the lens of ADHD You can contact Alex on:https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexandra-jean-poix/

  • Cultivating Habits of Happiness

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    In this bite-sized episode, Monica provides insights from a program she undertook called The Psychology of HappinessExplains seven core elements that drive our happinessLiving our lives in line with our values and strengthsThe power of relationships Working in flowPositive mindsetThe benefits of caringSpiritual engagementPhysical wellbeing

  • Inspired by Stoic wisdom, looking at our problems differently

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    In this bite-sized episode, Monica is inspired by Stoic wisdom and reads from The Daily Stoic. Recognising the stories we tell ourselvesThe impact damaging thoughts and feelingsOwning our feelings and empowering ourselvesTaking a pause to take a new view of problems