2 Simple Steps to Open Your Heart to Warmth

On November 30, 2015 By Zeenat Merchant Syal-Counseling Psychologist|Spiritual CounselorIn Heal Your Soul Column, Mind, Heart& Soul-Motivation&Inspiration, Mind-Mental Health, Positive Self Reflection8 Comments

“May you have warmth in your igloo, oil in your lamp, and peace in your heart” ~ Eskimo Proverb

Having grown up in a desert (muscat) all my life, I was never a fan of the warm temperatures there, that could literally burn your skin and make you dehydrated in a matter of seconds. Sun block and Sun glasses weren’t optional there, they were a necessity. But now, after some traveling and being around the cold wintry places of the world, I kind of have come to appreciate the warm temperatures and the sun and all the good energy it brings with it.

As the sun took its rightful place of spreading its warmth all over the world, so did I shed my icy cold feelings this past year. Continue reading “2 Simple Steps to Open Your Heart to Warmth” →

A Short Path to Change by Jenny Mannion ~ Author Interview and Review

On November 23, 2015November 24, 2015 By Zeenat Merchant Syal-Counseling Psychologist|Spiritual CounselorIn book reviews, Heart& Soul-Motivation&Inspiration, Mind, Heart& Soul-Motivation&Inspiration, Mind-Mental Health1 Comment

“Change is possible and does not have to be difficult.” ~ Jenny Mannion

I’m an advocate for Positive change. Always have been. I know its never easy to change our negative ways, but we can DO it if we are committed to our inner peace and happiness.

Change always seems daunting to the human mind. We are creatures of comfortable habit and refuse to change our ways simply because we think its difficult. But Jenny’s book kicks all those difficult ways to change out the window and gives you simple, clear, wise and doable ways to create positive change within you. Jenny’s journey is inspiring and learning from her life’s work has been a blessing for me. I recommend this book to everyone who really really wants to create positive change within themselves and add happiness to their life. A must read!

And do I have a treat for you- Below is an interview with the gorgeous and very inspiring Jenny Mannion about her amazing book. Enjoy darlings! Continue reading “A Short Path to Change by Jenny Mannion ~ Author Interview and Review” →

Listening is loving

On November 13, 2015 By Zeenat Merchant Syal-Counseling Psychologist|Spiritual CounselorIn Guest Posts, Mind, Mind, Heart& Soul-Motivation&Inspiration, Mind-Mental Health5 Comments

“The first duty of love is to listen.” – Paul Tillich

In the movie, Hector and the Search for Happiness, Hector – a bored London psychiatrist – travels the world looking for the meaning of happiness. Along the way, he scribbles and sketches the key points he discovers in his nifty travel diary.

While flying to Africa, he lovingly assists a fellow passenger whose brain is about to explode due to the impact of the high altitude pressure on her medical condition. Hector directs the pilot to fly at a lower elevation, relieves her pain by applying a cold compress to her head, and listens to her story.

When Hector questions the effectiveness of his help, she says, “Listening is loving.” Continue reading “Listening is loving” →