Fake Love Vs. True Love – H&S Love Affair
What Is Love? Love isn't and doesn't have to be perfect. Love isn't some fairytale or some romance novel. Love isn't easy, it is your everyday struggle and even though it's a simple 4 letter word that is easy to spell,
Emotional Intelligence – H&S Education & Parenting
Nurturing Your Child's Emotional Intelligence Emotional intelligence EI also referred to as EQ or emotional quotient is defined as the ability to understand as well as use and manage your emotions to not only communicate and empathize with others effectively
Healthy Arguments Speak Volumes About Your Relationship- By Reshma
Conflict is unavoidable. Regardless of how long you have been married or known each other or get along, you are never going to be on the same page with your partner all the time. Maybe the debate isn’t something that
Relationship Gone Wrong – H&S Love Affair
Relationship Gone Wrong - Understanding The Why & How Let's be honest who doesn't want to be in a perfect relationship? Guess what? There's no such thing as a 'perfect relationship'. We, humans, are quite delusional in the sense where
Father & Child Bonding- H&S Education & Parenting
Importance Of Father & Child Bonding Long gone are the times when a mother was known to be the only important figure who took care of all the emotional and physical needs of a child. Nowadays, the number of single
Marital Expectations- H&S Love Affair
What Are The Realistic Marital Expectations? Marriage is a union of two people in love. However, couples have very unrealistic marital expectations. They believe it's just an extension of the dating period when in reality it's not. When two people get
Marital Problems – H&S Love Affair
5 Common Marital Problems No marriage is perfect and many couples face similar issues at some point in their marriage. Most issues can be resolved but there are others that need a lot of effort, willingness, and even help. Marriage is
How To Pick A Narcissist – H&S Love Affair
Are You In A Relationship With A Narcissist? Let's get this right posting too many selfies on social media doesn't necessarily qualify someone to be a narcissist. A true narcissist is someone who has NPD or narcissistic personality disorder which is
Connecting With Your Child – H&S Education & Parenting
Connecting With Your Child- How To Connect With Your Child & Its Importance! How many of us feel that we are disconnected in one way or another with our child? How many of us feel that the screen time has
Love Is Love – H&S Love Affair
What Is Love? Love isn't and doesn't have to be perfect. Love isn't some fairytale or some romance novel. Love isn't easy, it is your everyday struggle and even though it's a simple 4 letter word that is easy to spell,
Gratitude & Its Importance- H&S Love Affair
Gratitude: How To Develop The Most Important Relationship In Your Life?- Written By Michelle Arscott If someone was to ask you what is the most important relationship in your life, what would you say? You would maybe mention family, friends but
Relationship Is All About Being Mindful- By Reshma
Being mindful in your relationship matters! The moment one gives close attention to anything, even a blade of grass, it becomes a mysterious, awesome, indescribably magnificent world in itself. -Henry Miller
Teach Your Child To Be Kind! – H&S Education & Parenting
Teach Your Child To Be Kind Starting This Christmas! Being kind is imperative and it's every parent's responsibility to make sure that they instil this important quality in their child. We all know that the world has become a meaner place
Self-Love – By Michelle Arscott
Self-Love: An Act Of Love! - Written By Michelle Arscott Watch this short video to inspire you with your self-love regime. Self-love should always be a priority and even more so in challenging times. The tougher the situation you find yourself
Unfixable Relationship Issues – H&S Love Affair
6 Relationship Issues That Just Can't Be Fixed! Many couples have been indoors since March and for the couples who have been living together, this so-called '4 months and counting' period for some of them has been a blessing, whilst
Indoor Easter Activities – H&S Education & Parenting
6 Fun Indoor Easter Activities To Try With Your Little Ones This Easter! This year, for the second time in a row, we are celebrating Easter at home. Irrespective of the current situation, it's time to make this Easter a little
Blossom Your Relationship During This Quarantine – By Shahela Sheikh
How To Blossom Your Relationship With Your Significant Other During This Quarantine - Written By Shahela Sheikh Every cloud has a silver lining, no matter what the situation you can make the 'right time' to just grow your connection with your
Why Is Possessive Behaviour Bad For Relationships? – By Reshma
Possessive Behaviour Is NOT Good For Relationships! - By Reshma "Let there be spaces in your togetherness, … Fill each other's cup but drink not from one cup. Give one another of your bread but eat not from the same loaf.
How To Tackle Sibling Rivalry – H&S Education & Parenting
Your Guide To Sibling Rivalry If you have children you may have been faced with the issues of sibling rivalry. Sibling rivalry is a concern for almost every parent with two or more children. It is defined as competition and animosity
Deep Conversation Topics – H&S Love Affair
6 Deep Conversation Topics For Couples Whether you are dating someone or have just tied the knot with your beloved, there are some deep meaningful conversations that you can have with your partner to enhance your relationship and solidify your union.
Healthy Disciplining- H&S Education & Parenting
Healthy Disciplining - The Best Way To Discipline A Child! Disciplining a child is every parent's nightmare! It is a job that parents dislike as it takes a lot of patience and can be very taxing. Remember it is your duty
How To Overcome A Fight? – H&S Love Affair
Fighting With Your Partner? Here Are The 7 Tips To Help You Overcome A Fight! Let's face it, there's nothing like a "perfect couple"! Every couple has an argument or a fight, however, some couples end up splitting whilst others continue
Biggest Parenting Challenges – H&S Education & Parenting
4 Biggest Parenting Challenges Faced By Every Parent Parenting can be the most wonderful & most rewarding job in the world but at the same time, it can be the most challenging and at times frustrating too. If you are a
Understanding Terminal Illness – By Shahela Sheikh
Does A Loved One Have A Terminal Illness? - Written By Shahela Sheikh A terminal illness is one that cannot be treated and is likely to cause death within a few years. Cancer is also categorised as a terminal illness.
Understanding Mental Health – H&S Education & Parenting
Understanding Mental Health In Children Just as physical health plays a vital role in the overall well being of a child so does the mental health. Good mental health is needed for a child to thrive and survive as it allows
Building A Connection With Your Teen – By Michelle Arscott
Connection - The Heart of Your Relationship with Your Teen! - Written By Michelle Arscott Parenting teens…, everyone jokingly shudders at the thought! For parents of teens, it certainly is new territory and quite different from any other stage of parenting.
Wisdom Of Silence In Relationships – By Reshma
When To Remain Silent In Your Relationship - By Reshma “Silence isn’t empty. It is full of answers.” No man is an island. Man needs to be part of a society to thrive, because (for the most part) he does really badly
Relationship Goals For 2021 – H&S Love Affair
What Are Your Relationship Goals This 2021? Every successful couple will tell you how imperative it is for you & your partner to have relationship goals if you want your relationship to flourish and succeed. But what is the definition
How To Keep The Spark Alive – H&S Love Affair
List Of Things That Can Help Keep The Spark Alive Every relationship has its highs & lows! No relationship is perfect & it's so very easy for the romance to evaporate in thin air! There are many factors that can easily
Back To School – H&S Education & Parenting
Back To School - Embracing The New Norm! As schools reopen and the Covid crisis continues, parents are preparing to embrace themselves for yet another new norm. After a long break, some parents seem to breathe a sigh of relief
New Year Gift Ideas by Alvira Diwan
New Year Gift Ideas For That Special Someone In Your Life There has been a lot going on this year, however, the new year brings new hopes even if it's with uncertainty. The best we can do is try to be
Love Letter – An Ideal Christmas Gift! – H&S Love Affair
How To Write A Love Letter This Christmas With Christmas around the corner, a lot of us must be on the 'perfect' Christmas gift hunt for the special someone. Living in the digital era has been somewhat of a curse as
Loving-Kindness Meditation For Children – By Michelle Arscott
A Little Bit Of Loving-Kindness: A Meditation Practice For Children - Written by Michelle Arscott Today’s audio is a short loving-kindness meditation for children. 2020 has been quite a year and what is definitely needed is a good sprinkle of kindness and
Embracing The Wave Of Digitalization – H&S Education & Parenting
Embracing The Wave Of Digitalization: 7 Tips On How To Prepare Yourself & Your Child For This New Digital World! The world as we knew yesterday is no longer the same! Ever since COVID-19 entered our world, everything has changed &
Strict Parenting & Its Effects! – H&S Education & Parenting
Are You A Strict Parent? By definition, a strict parent is one who uses Strict parenting approach to rear their child. They usually have high standards set with firm rules and regulations with one main goal being 'obedience', which if
When To Walk Away From A Relationship? – H&S Love Affair
Know When To Walk Away From A Relationship: 5 Signs To Help You Leave! Being in a relationship can be extremely rewarding especially when you are in a relationship with someone who loves you and puts you on a pedestal. That
Bonding With Grandparents! – An Article By Alvira Diwan
The Importance Of Letting Your Children Bond With Their Grandparents - Written By Alvira Diwan In today's world old things and old people are considered least important. People no longer have the time and patience to appreciate the importance of anything
Night Terrors- H&S Education & Parenting
A Parent's Guide To Night Terrors! A night terror, also known as a sleep terror, is more intense & dramatic than a simple nightmare & occurs in only 3-6% of children. It is also important to note that after a nightmare
Are You Dating Someone With Baggage?- H&S Love Affair
5 Signs You're Dating Someone With Baggage! Honestly, everyone wishes to start a relationship with a clean slate. After all who wants to be involved with someone who is carrying emotional baggage. However, what we desire is far different from reality.
Parental Challenges- H&S Education & Parenting
Parental Challenges - Every Parent's Nightmare! Parenting has become and still keeps becoming more and more challenging as the years go by. Long gone are the days when parents could let their children play in the neighbourhood without having to worry
The Art Of Letting Go – By Reshma
Letting Go in Relationships You can’t reach out for anything new if your hands are still full of yesterday’s junk – Louise Smith You carry baggage from the past - about broken bonds, nagging arguments, grudges and toxic relationships. It can be
Comfort Zone – Positive Reflection Of The Week
Stepping Outside Of Your Comfort Zone - By Michelle Arscott ‘Life begins at the end of your comfort zone.’ Anon This week's video focuses on the importance of living outside of your comfort zone. It is very easy to stay in this
Building Confidence In Your Child – H&S Education & Parenting
How To To Help Raise A Confident Child Confidence is the key to your child's happy and healthy future. Remember, children that are confident are better prepared to handle situations such as whilst encountering a bully, peer pressure, challenges etc. It
Orgasm – H&S Love Affair
Orgasm & Everything You Should Know About It! Orgasm is that feeling of intense pleasure and discharge of erotic tension when having sexual intercourse. The words 'climaxing' or 'coming' can be used interchangeably when describing orgasm. There is a whole lot
Parenting Styles – H&S Education & Parenting
What Is Your Parenting Style? There are many ways a parent can raise their child and although there are four basic parenting styles, your parenting style may consist of a combination of strategies to raise your child. It was in the
Be Creative – Positive Reflection Of The Week
Positive Living: Be Creative! - Written By Michelle Arscott This week's video focuses on the importance of being creative and having creativity in your life. “Creativity is inventing, experimenting, growing, taking risks, breaking rules, making mistakes and having fun.” - Mary Lou
Motivating To Learn – H&S Education & Parenting
How To Motivate Your Child To Learn Some children are just good learners however the child's individual personality plays a vital role to determine his/her willingness to want to learn. However, it's important to note that any child who has
Communication Skills – By Shahela Sheikh
The Importance Of Communication Skills Beyond Your Relationship - Written By Shahela Sheikh Humans inevitably without communication would be like animals, communication is an essential part of our lives. It is needed to convey our, feelings, ideas, and thoughts to others.
Laughter – Positive Reflection Of The Week
Importance Of Laughter - By Michelle Arscott This week’s video focuses on the importance of having laughter in your life. ‘The most wasted of all days is one without laughter.’- E.E Cummings Everyone needs a hearty daily dose of laughter, especially during this
It’s All About Giving Space! – By Reshma
Giving Space Is Necessary For A Harmonious Relationship! - An Article By Reshma Raju Are there days when you or your partner wake up on the wrong side of bed and feel fuzzy in the head for no reason at all,
Anchors – By Michelle Arscott
Who Have You Chosen To Be Your Anchors?- By Michelle Arscott In this week’s mental wellness video, the focus is upon the important people in your life. When you think about those people, the people that you choose to surround yourself with. Do
Sex & Its Benefits – H&S Love Affair
What Are The Benefits Of Sex? Sex is an important aspect of life and it's not just needed for simply reproduction or to help build intimacy or give one pleasure but can be good for you in more ways than you
Special Needs Child- H&S Education & Parenting
Handling A Child With Special Needs? The term 'special needs' is an umbrella term to describe children with disabilities that may be medical, mental and/or psychological & require assistance for these disabilities. This covers developmental delays, medical conditions, psychiatric conditions and
Intimacy – By Shahela Sheikh
What Is Intimacy? - Written By Shahela Sheikh There is a misinterpreted notion that intimacy is explicitly sexual relation, but did you know we have 5 different types of intimacy? Intimacy is defined as close familiarity or friendship.
Divorce – By Shahela Sheikh
How To Cope With A Divorce - Written By Shahela Sheikh A divorce can bring out an emotional turmoil for anyone going through it. Anyone who has been through a divorce especially involving kids has advocated that it isn’t easy. According
What Is Dyslexia?- H&S Education & Parenting
Does Your Child Have Dyslexia? What Is Dyslexia? Is your child having reading difficulty? If the answer is yes then your child could be dyslexic. This can be challenging for you and your child, however, you can overcome the challenges by
Fun Eid Activities To Try With Your Kids – H&S Education & Parenting
6 Fun Eid Activities To Try With Your Children At Home This Eid al-Adha 2020! Yes, we are going to be celebrating Eid al-Adha 2020 at home. This Eid is all about sacrifice and even though it won't be celebrated in
Common Sex Issues – H&S Love Affair
11 Common Sex Issues Every Couple Must Know About! Many couple's therapists would tell you that sex isn't as straightforward as it appears in textbooks or in the movies. There are many couples who have issues but luckily there's a specialist
Pros & Cons Of Online Education – H&S Education & Parenting
Online Education- What Are The Pros & Cons? Now more than ever before, online education has been the main method of learning online & this trend has been growing fast across the globe. Attending a classroom is no longer an option
Strengthen Your Relationship During COVID-19 – H&S Love Affair
4 Ways To Strengthen Your Relationship During This Pandemic The current pandemic is an extremely volatile situation and has been taking a toll on a lot of couples. It's a time where individuals have had to deal with stress in their
Coping With Your Negative Voice – Positive Reflection Of The Week
How To Cope With Your Negative Voice, Your Inner Critic? - Written By Michelle Arscott This week’s video gives practical tips on how to cope with your negative voice, your inner critic, the voice that you often hear in your head,
The Relationship Cycle – By Shahela Sheikh
5 Stages Of The Relationship Cycle- Written By Shahela Sheikh It is evident that some relationships could last a lifetime while, if you hear the inspirational stories from the couples who have grown old together, it wasn't an easy journey. Here
Down Syndrome – H&S Education & Parenting
Does Your Child Have Down Syndrome? What Is Down Syndrome? Down Syndrome is a genetic disorder in which one has an extra chromosome that causes developmental as well as intellectual delays. Every normal individual has 46 chromosomes. A chromosome comprises of
Fertility Foods That Help Increase Fertility – H&S Love Affair
5 Fertility Foods For Men & Women Are you planning on making a baby? If so, did you know that apart from good health & good sleep a good diet & nutrition are of paramount importance in getting your body prepared
Kindness And Compassion – Positive Reflection Of The Week
Kindness And Compassion Mindfulness Meditation - By Michelle Arscott Now more than ever the world needs kindness and compassion, with Covid19 and the recent racial unrest in the USA and beyond. The video clip I have posted is a 'kindness and
Living With A Narcissist – By Shahela Sheikh
How To Tell If You Are Living With A Narcissist? What Is Narcissism? - Written By Shahela Sheikh Narcissism is a trait, where one is excessively self-involved and holds high levels of admiration for oneself. Let me take you back to the
How To Be A Role Model! – An Article By Alvira Diwan
Be A Role Model For Your Children - Written By Alvira Diwan It is said that children are like raw clay that can be moulded in any desirable way. The saying is actually quite true. Apart from the genes that they
Losing Interest In Sex? – By Shahela Sheikh
Sex & Why You May Lose Interest - Written By Shahela Sheikh When you are depressed, sex is usually the last thing on your mind. However, not everybody with depression loses their interest in sex and some maintain a normal sexual
Bilingual Education – H&S Education & Parenting
The Importance Of Bilingual Education What Is Bilingual Education? Bilingual Education is basically education in two languages; usually a native language and a second language, but it depends and varies from country to country.
Rest – By Michelle Arscott
REST - An Important Aspect Of Wellness - by Michelle Arscott The focus of this week’s wellness video is rest. In a society that prides itself on busyness and productivity, rest can be easily neglected, something saved for distant summer holidays. However,
Tackling Issues During Lockdown- H&S Education & Parenting
How To Tackle Issues As Parents, During COVID-19 Lockdown Parenting is a 24/7 job that has no breaks or vacays. If you are a parent you know this is a full-time unpaid job that needs to be done, as the tiny
Getting A Good Night’s Sleep – By Shahela Sheikh
Getting A Good Night's Sleep: Every Insomniac's Struggle! - Written By Shahela Sheikh Most of us will wake up at least once in the night although we won't always remember it, so if you do wake up don't automatically assume you
Building & Keeping A Healthy Relationship – H&S Love Affair
How To Build & Keep A Healthy Relationship? It is no secret that every relationship comes with its own set of ups and downs & requires a lot of patience, commitment, sacrifices & not just 'love' alone to work. Whether it's
Mealtime Struggle?- H&S Education & Parenting
How To Avoid Mealtime Struggle With Your Child! Mealtime struggle is a real and major issue for many parents. But this dinnertime battle can actually be avoided! Encouraging your child towards healthy eating habits is a task that requires a lot
Anger Management – By Shahela Sheikh
Learn To Manage Your Anger - Written By Shahela Sheikh Let's take a deep dive into what causes anger? Every human has a belief system which most of the time makes up what is right and what is wrong. The triggers
Psychological Empowerment – By Shahela Sheikh
Psychological Empowerment During This Quarantine Season- Written By Shahela Sheikh As many of us are hitting the rock bottom, we feel totally useless just being at home, with the same old house chores. Personally, writing these articles keep me going! As
Single Parenting During Lockdown- H&S Education & Parenting
Single Parenting During COVID-19 Lockdown The lockdown has surely taken its toll on most families in general, however, it has been even tougher on the single parents. Kids who used to be at school are now all of a sudden stuck
Being Used In A Relationship? – H&S Love Affair
6 Signs: The Certainty You're Being Used In A Relationship! A successful relationship is all about "give & take"! An unhealthy relationship, on the other hand, is when one partner tends to use the other. At times this may be unintentional
Postpartum Depression – By Shahela Sheikh
What Is Postpartum Depression? - Written By Shahela Sheikh The phenomenon is many times overlooked as a mother adjusting to a newborn, however many do not understand what postpartum depression is? Are you a mother to a newborn who feels sad about
Things To Consider Before Getting Married By Alvira Diwan
Marriage Diaries - Things We Should Consider Before Getting Married I wanted to share a real-life situation but then decided to go with my understanding of the topic from what I've observed around me. What we look for in a marriage (be
PTSD Explained By Shahela Sheikh
What Is PTSD or Post Traumatic Stress Disorder? - By Shahela Sheikh Do you have a friend or family who seems to be scared and depressed after a terrifying event? They might be going through PTSD. What is post-traumatic stress disorder?
Mental Wellness – By Michelle Arscott
Prioritising Your Mental Wellness, Self-love & Self-Care - By Michelle Arscott In this new global chapter, more than ever before, it is important to prioritise your self-care and self-love, and mental wellness should be your number 1 priority. Now can be
Self-Esteem – By Shahela Sheikh
Understanding Self-Esteem - Written By Shahela Sheikh We often say that that we believe in ourselves, regardless of how we view ourselves. This article looks at self-esteem to help you understand yourself better. What is SELF-ESTEEM? Self-esteem described in the simplest
Things To Look For In Your Future Husband By Alvira Diwan
Alvira Diwan's Marriage Diaries - What To Look For In A Man Before Marriage? Ever observed the matrimonial section of newspapers? The boy's section is from his point of view, whereas the girl's section is from her parents' point of view.
Family Mindfulness For Positivity – By Michelle Arscott
Importance Of Family Mindfulness - Written By Michelle Arscott Mindfulness is one of the real buzz words of the moment, for good reason. It has so many wonderful benefits, including most relevantly during the pandemic, reducing stress (Rammers, Topolinsky & Koole,
Want To Know If He Is Into You? – H&S Love Affair
7 Signs He's Into You! New to the dating game or finding your man impossible to read? Simply eager to know if a man's really into you? Pay attention to the details ladies!! Sometimes there can be mixed signals when trying
Broken Relationships By Alvira Diwan
Broken Relationships & What That Entails I come across relationship issues very often. Every relationship that a human being has, be it with their parents, siblings, peers, partner or in a social setting is bound to have a rift at some
Fun Easter Activities To Try With Your Kids – H&S Education & Parenting
5 Fun Easter-themed Activities To Try With Your Little Ones At Home This Easter 2020! Yes, we are most likely going to be celebrating Easter 2020 at home, regardless of the current situation, guess what every year it is the same
Importance Of Social Distancing – By Michelle Arscott
Social Distancing = Social Connection! - Written By Michelle Arscott Social distancing is not actually creating a social disconnect, it is in fact creating a deeper social connection. If you are following the global news, you will see many examples of deep