You Are Not Broken: Healing Anxiety from the Inside Out

On July 18, 2025July 18, 2025 By Zeenat Merchant Syal-Counseling Psychologist|Spiritual CounselorIn Mind, Mind, Heart& Soul-Motivation&Inspiration, Mind-Mental Health, Positive Self Reflection, spiritual healing5 Comments

“Our anxiety does not come from thinking about the future, but from wanting to control it.” — Kahlil Gibran

Anxiety is not a life sentence. It is not a sign that you are broken or that your spirit is lost in chaos. Anxiety often feels like something invading you, like an unseen force gripping your body and clouding your mind, but I want you to know: you are not powerless. Healing is possible. Profound healing.

And it begins when you reclaim your agency and release the identity of being the victim. Healing doesn’t arise from fear. It arises from presence, self-compassion, and truth.

Let me share with you three soul-deep understandings that transformed my own journey through anxiety—and that have guided many others home to peace.

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3 Soulful Breathing Practices to Calm the Mind and Nourish the Spirit

On July 9, 2025July 9, 2025 By Zeenat Merchant Syal-Counseling Psychologist|Spiritual CounselorIn Emotions, Mind, Mind-Mental Health, Positive Self Reflection, spiritual healing8 Comments

“Breathing in, I calm my body. Breathing out, I smile. Dwelling in the present moment, I know this is a wonderful moment.”~ Thich Nhat Hanh

Your breath is more than a biological rhythm. It is sacred. A bridge between your body and your spirit—a quiet guide always available to return you to presence, to peace, and to the wisdom within.

Today, I invite you to explore three gentle breathing practices that I have used repeatedly in times of anxiety. I also teach these to my clients, who have had positive results after using them. These are not just techniques; they are doorways—simple, sacred rituals to help soften anxiety, ground your energy, and invite calm into the chaos.

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10 Signs You’re Highly Intuitive (Even If You Haven’t Realized It Yet)

On May 20, 2025May 20, 2025 By Zeenat Merchant Syal-Counseling Psychologist|Spiritual CounselorIn Emotions, Heal Your Soul Column, healing, Mind, Mind-Mental Health, spiritual healing8 Comments

“There is a voice that doesn’t use words. Listen.” ~ Rumi

Think you might be highly intuitive… but not totally sure?
This one’s for you!

If you’ve ever felt drained around certain people, had vivid dreams that seemed to mean something, or just knew the truth before anyone said a word — you’re not alone.

if you’ve ever felt things deeply, known truths without being told, or needed space to simply be, you are not alone — and you are not imagining it.

These signs point to a deep inner wisdom that’s ready to be explored. Ready to tune in?

Intuition is more than just a hunch. It is the quiet voice of your higher self, the inner guidance system that speaks through sensation, emotion, and energy. In my work as a spiritual psychotherapist, I’ve witnessed how powerful and often misunderstood intuition can be — especially in those who’ve been conditioned to doubt it.

Here are ten signs that you may be deeply intuitive. You may see yourself in some or all of them. If so, trust that this is your inner wisdom calling you home:

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