Featured image by Yohann Lc on Unsplash. I was excited to return to work a few days back. I made my way through the familiar, […]
Tag: Empowerment
Among the Garbage and the Flowers art exhibition, Paris from 10th-22nd Oct 2021
Finally submitted my DPhil thesis. It has been challenging working full-time and writing the thesis but I made it! In the meantime, I would like […]
Selamat Tinggal, Goodbye & До свидания | The Kalsom Movement
First published on The Kalsom Movement (TKM) website on 23rd August 2021. After 12 years and 11 months, I will finally be leaving The Kalsom Movement […]
Making New Year’s Resolutions for a Wholesome 2021
Happy 2021! Making new year’s resolutions this time seems like a futile exercise and it is daunting to start the year when we are still […]
Building Resilience: Top 3 Tips for Success
Too often when people speak about their success journey, they love portraying the idea it was all smooth sailing for them by listing accolades and achievements. The reality is that behind the seemingly perfect Instagram or LinkedIn façade of many people including myself are failures, criticisms, depression and other mental health issues, and life circumstances that are rarely spoken about.
Not Too Young to Make a Difference | Royal Commonwealth Society
First published on the Royal Commonwealth Society website. As Associate Fellow of Royal Commonwealth Society and the Chair of Board of Trustees of The Kalsom Movement, I share my experience to convince you why it is not too young to make a difference.
International Women’s Day 2019: Four Inspirational Women in Science | Royal Commonwealth Society
First published on the Royal Commonwealth Society website. I was one of the four inspirational women Royal Commonwealth Society Associate Fellow in science for International Women’s Day (IWD) 2019.
In the Pursuit of a Great Education and Career | Phenotype, Issue 32 HT 2019
First published in Phenotype, a journal of the Oxford University Biochemistry Society. Personal reflections in pursuing a great education and career in medicine as an ambitious young woman amidst societal expectations.
Building Resilience: Dealing with Grief and Failure for So-Called Type A Personalities
I draw on my experiences as a so-called type A character, in dealing with grief and failure and coming out triumphant and thriving.