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Savings, emergency funds and long term goals - are you confused about achieving them? If your answer is yes, or if you don't know what we're talking about, then this episode is for you!
How much of your income should you save and how to allocate your savings to suit your different goals. Tune in to this episode with Amr Yussif as he explains it all.
Amr is a seasoned asset manager with over 15 years of experience. He has dedicated his career to advising clients on financial strategies and wealth management. He’s also the co-founder and CEO of FinFlx, a pioneering fintech company in Dubai, where he leveraged his expertise to empower everyday employees in achieving financial well-being.
Click play for practical tips, expert advice, and actionable steps to help you take control of your money and build a secure financial future! 

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Mental health is a topic that has been getting a lot of attention lately, however the stigma around it is still very much there. Thought awareness for the importance of mental health is growing, there is still a gap between the number of people actually seeking help and support.
The first step to fighting the stigma surrounding mental health is to understand what it is, how it presents itself and admit it's there, and that's what is discussed in this episode with Scott Armstrong.
Scott is the founder of mentl - a platform that is determined to tackle the stigma of mental health head on, through the power of inspiring content and trusted thought leadership.

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This November, we are shining a spotlight on the cancers that specifically affect men and explore why awareness is critical to early detection and improved outcomes. From prostate and colorectal cancer to lesser-known types like testicular cancer, Dr. Saeed Rafii from Mediclinic Hospital Dubai shares insights into the signs, risks, and preventive measures every man should know. We discuss the barriers men often face in seeking medical help, the importance of regular screenings, and how to create an open dialogue about men’s health. Tune in as we break the silence, raise awareness, and empower men to take control of their health.

Dr. Saeef Rafii is UK trained and board certified consultant medical oncologist with over 20 years of experience. He has an extensive expertise in clinical trials and has been Chief, Principal or Co-investigator on over 100 early and late phase oncology clinical trials. Dr. Rafii also holds a PhD and a postdoctoral fellowship in molecular cancer genetics.

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Skin, it's the largest organ of the body, so we need to take good care of it.
The myths and false facts surrounding skincare are endless. With so many new products out there, how do you differentiate the real from the fake claims? Do you really need all these active ingredients or is less really more?

Hit play to listen to Dr. Maya El Khoury put an end to all the hearsay and to give you the ultimate guide to taking care of your skin.

Dr. Maya is a specialist dermatologist with Mediclinic Dubai Hills and Mediclinic Parkview Hospital. She has multiple years of experience treating skin conditions, nail and hair disorders as well as cosmetic dermatology.

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Tackling PCOS - Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome, what it is and why there is so much confusion around it. In this episode, we'll break down the science behind it, discuss common symptoms and address the myths that often surround it. Whether you've been diagnosed with PCOS or you want to educate yourself to avoid getting it, click play to listen as Dr. Ishrat Khan offers valuable insights, clears up common misconceptions and provides practical advice.
Dr. Ishrat Khan is a consultant endocrinologist from Kings college hospital Dubai, with decades of experience in UK and UAE. She is committed to delivering personalized and high quality care to all patients, ensuring they fully understand their condition and what treatment (or self-management) will achieve.

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What does well-being look like, especially across the MENA region? Are we collectively experiencing good mental and physical health? What challenges are impacting overall wellbeing, and how prevalent are they? When we talk about wellbeing, how do we define it – and what differentiates good from poor wellbeing?

With these key questions in mind, GIG Gulf has undertaken its inaugural comprehensive Wellbeing Report. Our aim is to provide you with valuable insights into the wellbeing landscape across the MENA region, empowering you to make informed decisions on health insurance policies and wellness programs that effectively meet the needs of employees, members and the broader population.

Download the report here.

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Bullying is more than just mean high school friends, though that's definitely a form of it. It can be even more deep and subtle than that, yet just as hurtful. How to identify a bully and stand up to them? And how to manage your feelings and emotions during and after a bullying experience?
Click play to listen as Maisoon Shah answers all these questions and more.
Maisoon is a psychologist with American Center for Psychiatry and Neurology with multiple years of experience working alongside adolescents and adults in dealing with mental health challenges. She is skilled in treatment of borderline personality disorder, depression & mood disorders, anxiety disorders – including phobias, obsessive compulsive disorder, gender discrimination, grief and loss, trauma, adjustment disorders, anger management, health related distress, and interpersonal and relationship difficulties.

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The importance of fitness is widely known, yet we all struggle to incorporate it into our busy lives. But how much time do you actually need to dedicate to exercising to maintain an acceptable level of fitness? And how to know where you're at on the fitness scale, where you want to be and how to get there? That's what we're discussing in this episode with Jason Grima.
Jason Grima is reputable strength and conditioning coach with over a decade of experience. He is the founder and head coach at The 365 Physique gym where he guides clients toward diverse health goals such as major weight loss, muscle building, sports performance, youth development, and injury prevention. He is also the host of The Lifestyle Hub podcast.

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Your immunity system acts as your body's own army of soldiers that protect it from any foreign invaders, such as bacteria and viruses, that may harm it.
But how to make sure that this army is in tip-top shape and ready to fight at any given moment? And what are the factors that can weaken it? This is what we will discuss in this episode with Dr. Marilyn Karam from Saudi German Hospital.
Dr. Marilyn Karam is a highly accomplished consultant Allergist and Clinical Immunologist, certified by the American Board in Allergy and Clinical Immunology, as well as Internal Medicine. She provides comprehensive care to both adult and pediatric patients. Dr. Karam is also deeply committed to medical education, shaping the future generation of healthcare professionals. Finally, her passion for research is evident through several peer-reviewed articles, reflecting her dedication to advancing medical science and improving patient care.
www.drmarilynkaram.com

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Maybe you're one of the people who enjoy cleaning, organizing and decluttering, or maybe you're like many others who find it an absolutely daunting task. Either way, in this episode Shelina Jokhiya will give you some hacks and tips so you don't have to go through this process repeatedly, and you can enjoy having a clutter-free space.
Shelina is the decluttering expert and founder of DeCluttr Me, a home and office organizing company. She has a special talent for organizing and decluttering since her childhood, and is now using this talent to help others who need it.

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Emotional intelligence is a skill that's equally important personally and professionally, yet it's a little hard to master. Understanding your own emotions, using them positively and empathizing with others are some of the ways in which emotional intelligence empowers you.
Tune in as Mina Wasfi guides us into understanding it and learning how to implement it into our daily lives.
Mina Wasfi is an international award-winning author of the best self-help book in 2023 “Doubt to Certainty”. He focuses on helping organizations and people make better decisions. His approach is to provide pragmatic and effective solutions to solve cognitive challenges that may be limiting organizations or individuals reach their full potential.

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Sleep is one of the main things in our life than can impact us physically, mentally and emotionally. Yet so many of us struggle with it.
Listen to this episode as we unravel the secrets to a smooth and comfortable sleep, explaining common bad habits that can affect your sleep, and how to replace them with good habits to allow you to sleep like a baby.
Our speaker, Martial Nesselbusch, is an expert in Chinese energetics and bodywork healing at Illuminations Wellbeing Centre with 5 years experience. His work is focused on activating vital energy that helps to strengthen immunity, balance the nervous system and assist in releasing physical tensions emotional charges and mental overactivity.

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Communicating with children can sometimes be a challenge, where you feel like your words go in one ear and out the other. But maybe the issue lies with the way and style we use to communicate with them.
In this episode, Sylvie Ebert will guide us into the art of communicating and understanding children, different parenting techniques to strengthen the bond and connecting with your children.
Sylvie is a certified parenting coach of 6 years, working with parents to focus on their relationship and their communication with their kids through her company “Connected Parenting”.

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With today's fast paced life and busy schedules, it's easy to get caught up in them and forget to enjoy your life. Maybe you feel overwhelmed with responsibilities, or simply feel like there aren't enough hours in the day. In this episode with Dr. Louise Lambert, we'll talk about the important or prioritizing yourself, and how you can achieve that. To give you a hint, it's not just about "work-life balance".
Dr. Louise, PhD, is a Registered Psychologist, Researcher and Professor with 20 years of experience in organizational and educational consulting, as well as teaching and researching happiness and wellbeing. She is Head of Happiness Programming & Policy Design with HappinessMatters.org. Dr. Lambert is also the founder and Editor-in-Chief of the Middle East Journal of Positive Psychology.

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Tune in as we explore the various mental health conditions that can affect children, from anxiety, depression to ADHD.
In this episode, Lara Ltaif will explain the symptoms and signs to watch out for, the possible impact on daily life and treatment options. She offers a guide to help parents understand and assist their children in navigating and overcoming the challenges.
Lara Ltaif is a licensed Clinical Psychologist at the American Hospital in Dubai with extensive expertise in Psychoanalytical and CBT training, with more than 13 years of working experience. She specializes in individual, group, family and play Therapy for children. 

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Tune in as we delve into the complexities of autoimmune diseases, a phenomenon that is suddenly on the rise. In this episode with Dr. Bhavna Khan, she explains what autoimmune diseases are, while also educating us on the common triggers, treatment plans, and lifestyle adjustments that can have a significant impact on symptoms, resulting in a considerable improvement of patients' quality of life.
Dr. Bhavna Khan is a Consultant Rheumatologist at and Founder of  HBG Medical Centre in Dubai, a newly established Rheumatology Centre dedicated for Rheumatology services. She has nearly 20 years of experience in the field of rheumatology, and has led a pioneer research project on evaluating neural mechanisms of arthritic pain using functional neuroimaging techniques in collaboration with University College of London.  She has been a lead Rheumatologist in UAE and has been the member of expert groups in establishing DHA Rheumatoid Arthritis Management Guidelines.

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What is food freedom? Should you opt for gluten-free and sugar-free options? What exactly is "healthy food"? How to prepare for fasting and what's the best way to break your fast?
So many theories, concepts and philosophies exist around nutrition, dieting and weight loss. We're here with Lima Fazaa, clinical dietician and health coach, to answer all these questions and shed some light on how much of these theories is true and how much isn't. Learn how to understand your body and cravings without depriving yourself of the pleasure of your favorite foods.

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Fight or flight, gut feelings and mental alarms are all common indicators of the same thing - anxiety. What exactly is anxiety, how to deal with it and when should you seek professional help? Tune in to this episode as Dr. Simon Rubidge from the American Center for Psychiatry and Neurology explains all there is to know about Anxiety.

Dr. Simon boasts an impressive 30 years of experience as a psychiatrist, he uses a holistic and evidence-based approach to treating psychiatric disorders which include both pharmacological and non-pharmacological interventions. He believes in a multidisciplinary approach to treatment and care, which includes working collaboratively with patients and their families.

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Communication is one of the most important aspects of a relationship, and it can be the reason for couples to either make it or break it.
In this episode with Dr. Sarah Rasmi, we'll discuss common communication traps that couples fall into, how to break free from the same unsuccessful patterns, how to express your needs to your partner and how to set the boundaries that suit you.
Dr. Sarah is a psychologist with several years of experience in Egypt, UK and UAE specializing in Couples' Therapy, she is also the founder of Thrive Wellbeing Center.

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Dive into the art of goal setting and it's profound impact on overall wellbeing with Neus Ventura. She will help us explore psychological insights and information about the subconscious mind that shed light on the powerful connection between setting meaningful goals and cultivating lasting happiness.
Neus Ventura is a Subconscious Mind Expert and Theta Meditation Master at Illuminations Wellbeing Center. She has more than 8 years of experience as a Life Coach with specific focus on helping women.

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Finances are one of the most common causes of anxiety. How much to save, when to start saving, how do I save, they're all questions that we don't easily know the answers to, but Mike Coady does. Mike is a an award-winning financial expert renowned for his prowess in wealth coaching and financial advisory with 25 years of experience.
In this episode he'll take us through when to start saving, the best form of saving and how to plan your life financially so you wont have to worry now or in the future.

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Breaking down the phenomenon of Holiday blues, why we feel sad in a time that’s supposed to be about joy and cheer. How to deal with not achieving the goals you set for yourself during the year, and how to plan for the next year without being too hard on yourself. Dr. Lavina Ahuja, psychologist with the German Neuroscience Center who has significant experience in working therapeutically with children, adults, couples, groups and families.

On this episode, Dr. Lavina will discuss mental health during the holidays, what are normal issues most individuals experience during the holiday seasons and how to cope with them.  Tune in now to know how to be on your best during the holidays and not lets the blues get to you.

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We've all had moments where we turn to burgers, pizzas, or chocolatey desserts in times of stress. In this episode, we're explaining what emotional eating is and what are its signs. When does it become a problem and how you being the journey to getting over it. Natassia D'souza, emotional eating and sustainable weight loss expert, will explain it all to us. She has personally went on an amazing transformative journey to lose 65 KGs herself. Driven by her unwavering mission to empower women to "feel their emotions and not feed it," Natassia has dedicated herself to providing top notch solutions, advice and tips through her various coaching programs. 

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Taking care of your self is an essential aspect of mental and emotional wellbeing, and it's not just about expensive spa or beauty treatments. Know more about the importance of self-care and how communication affects it with Hazel Kurian, the Associate Director of Clinical Operations and Diversity at ICAS MENA.
Hazel is a psychologist with 15 years of extensive clinical experience. She is a strong advocate for Wellbeing in the Workplace, and the promotion of positive change. Her areas of clinical interest include working with people from marginalized groups and social advocacy.