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In today's newsletter we explore:

? The power of singing

? Did someone say podcast?

? How to ooze charisma

? Tips & Tricks to master tricky conversations

? The inside scoop on skipping hay fever this summer

A note from Saafi ?

In this week's newsletter, we're talking about the 5th step on the journey of self-discovery, which is?communication.

I started to reflect on all the times that?my life might have unfolded differently?had my communication been clearer, more direct or more honest.

It reminded me of the first agreement from the book,?“The Four Agreements” by Don Miguel Ruiz, which I wanted to share with you all:

Be impeccable with your word.?

Speak with integrity.?

Say only what you mean.?

Avoid using words to speak against yourself or gossip about others.?

Use the power of your words to offer love, never cause fear or pain in another (or yourself).

Imagine how different our lives and relationships to others would be, if we adopted this way of communicating?

A REMINDER TO BE

All beings love to sing.

When male birds sing to female birds, it activates the pleasure centre in their brains. You can deny it all you want, but the same has been proven for humans.

Singing actually releases endorphins into our bodies, pumps in more oxygen and decreases the cortisol levels which is the stress hormone.

Here are some tunes to dust off those vocal cords and give you that summer feeling ??

Pass the mic

WHAT'S NEW AT THE BRIDGE

Lights, camera, action ??

This week we headed over to The Podcast Show in London.

Outside of brushing shoulders with Z-list celebs & raiding the Pic 'n' Mix stand at Acast...we actually headed on over to Spiritland Productions, and recorded our first-ever podcast episode!

We were nervous, sweated a-lot, very almost backed out last minute (look how tightly Saafi is holding onto the chair) buuuut we did it!

And it won't be the last...

Follow our journey

WHAT WE'RE WATCHING

How to ooze charisma

Vanessa Van Edwards, a behavioural expert, in her latest book, 'Cues', teaches how to convey power, trust, leadership, like-ability, and charisma in every interaction.

Cues are tiny signals we send to over 24/7 through our body language, facial expressions, word choice & vocal inflection. Our cues can either enhance our message or undermine it.

Did you know that nonverbal cues make up for 60-90% of how we communicate with others?

Cue me up

WHAT WE'RE LISTENING TO

Difficult Conversations

Podcaster Chris Williamson is joined by Tim Harkness (psychologist & author) on this episode to deliver into mastering difficult conversations.

Our ability to communicate is crucial for happiness and social cohesion, yet it seems that the art of having a productive conversation has been lost.

He shares tools for effective talking, diagnosing your own communication strategy & whether Donald Trump truly is a master communicator...

You had me at Donald

WHAT WE'RE LOVING

It's hay fever season

It's almost summer ??, which in the UK can also mean itchy eyes, throat & runny nose season.

Luckily, we are ahead of the game, and already boosting our immune systems with glutathione, a high-power antioxidant.

Works like a dream.

Not only that, but our pals over at Zooki have 10% when you sign up to their newsletter.

Sore throat be-gone

A QUOTE TO PONDER

Speak your truth, even if your voice shakes

Maggie Kuhn

Come for the juice, stay for the lols

We are on a mission to change the narrative, ask the difficult questions & help create environments and lifestyles where each of us can?flourish.

Join us each week where you can expect a curated blend of tips, deep dives into different well-being practices, experience launches, shifts in perspective, and more.?

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