Bahrain Edition
BEAUTY | FASHION | HOME | WELLBEING | LOCAL ISSUES
April 2022 | Issue 228
INTERVIEW In conversation with My Gold Souq’s Amy Vaya Noor Nooruddin lets us peak into her life We Step into Harpreet Kaur’s Shoes
FASHION Modest, Elegant and Luxurious…
LIFESTYLE Eating Healthy? Try these Spring Salads!
BEAUTY Ramadan Beauty Essentials 5 Products to Detox, Restore and Renew Your Skin
PARENTING Ouiam Tells Us How to Raise Emotionally Intelligent Kids www.womanthismonth.com
FASHION | fashion forward
This Ramadan, we bring you true luxury in the form of celebrity fashion designer Pallavi Puri’s opulent designs, and the perfect embellishments to complement the look this holy month.
Modest, Elegant and Luxurious…
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FASHION | fashion forward
Fashion has always been one of the most authentic ways of expressing oneself. Our clothing has a way of emulating our personalities and state of mind. During Ramadan, people’s approach to fashion often mirrors the sentiment of the holy month – flowing, elegant and demure, yet embodying a sense of luxury. Longer hemlines, modest silhouettes and luxe fabrics are further elevated with flecks of gold and delicate designs. This Ramadan, we found that the collection of renowned fashion designer Pallavi Puri, who recently launched her first Middle East luxury studio in Dubai, was perfect for the occasion.
Pallavi’s designs are frequently worn by Bollywood celebrities and other personalities worldwide. Pallavi Puri Atelier features exquisite modest custom-made and ready to wear designs for any occasion. Featuring three distinct collections; Elegant evening and cocktail wear, Kaftans and Capsule (casual) - every design is crafted from premium fabric, couture sewing techniques, and opulent details. The atelier also has a dedicated private suite for bridal couture. The designer’s collection features intricately woven and embellished or embroidered dresses - giving a sensual and sophisticated look.
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PEOPLE | interview
PUTTING A FACE TO THE VOICE! Noor Nooruddin is a lot of things to a lot of people, but most of the community knows her as a writer, radio host, presenter and doting wife. This month, Farah Baig found out where Noor’s zest for all things creative and fun comes from.
It is believed that every person spends an average of 50.6 minutes in their car daily. Whether you’re on a school run, commuting to and from work, running errands or stuck in traffic, driving or being a passenger can feel quite monotonous and frustrating at times too. That being said, we often find some much needed respite when tuning in to our favourite radio station and enjoying some friendly banter, news and groovy music. Noor Nooruddin, the lovable host of Radio Bahrain’s Midday Mellow Submarine, has been a breath of fresh air for listeners across the Kingdom for four years now. However, her love for all things creative started in the sixth grade when she discovered her knack for writing. “We were given an assignment to write a short story and I didn't think much of it as I was a nerd, so I always did all my work anyway. I ended up writing a 20page story so my parents and teacher were excited and that’s exactly where it started - I
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noticed writing was a thing for me and initially went into writing short stories and poetry, too,” says Noor, who went on to get her Masters in creative writing. The Talented Scribe Around ten years ago, Noor became a content writer for Red Bull and would collate pieces on Bahrain including events on the island. “I then had the opportunity to interview people which I soon found out was really great! There’s something about the rapport that you build with someone and how you get out all the good information when you're having a conversation,” she says. Her love for writing and fun-loving personality soon culminated in the form of an interesting blog, Shda3wa. The blog provides Noor with an outlet to completely be herself. “There was a time when there was a boom of
cupcake places all across Bahrain and well… I thought it would be fun to pit them against each other! So, we started the blog with cupcake wars and had special guests judge and rate them on various criteria like value for money, taste location and even philosophical questions,” she explains. “When we had markets at Bab Al Bahrain, I wanted to review things so would include movie reviews, and even started a book club www.womanthismonth.com
PEOPLE | interview
Get to know Noor! Favourite Music: Rock
and pop (since it has a broad spectrum)
Top 3 Music Artists:
Placebo, Panic at the Disco, Jungle
Favourite Food: Pizza
Hobbies: Watching things, listening to music, dancing by herself with close friends. Since it doesn’t have a formal style of writing to, I get to let loose and put a lot of humour into it. It’s kind of my personal avenue to be myself,” she elaborates. The Radio Personality “We have a lot of interests and I have always loved music, so I did know in the back of my mind that I would love to be on the radio someday.” Noor is now a renowned radio personality with her own show on Radio Bahrain, but was once a young girl with a love for music DJing at her friends’ birthday parties. “I have around 200 random playlists on Spotify that usually emerge from a vibe. I felt like I would someday be on the radio and have certain songs on my playlist,” she says with a smile. When Radio Bahrain made a call for applications a few years ago, Noor jumped on the opportunity and auditioned. “It's been four years, but somehow it still feels like I'm the newest one there and I'm still learning. You kind of think you're going to be perfect when you first start and everyone's going to think you're amazing, but there are so many little things you need to fix and I'm just learning as I go,” she reflects. Taking on a number of time slots over the years has allowed Noor to explore and understand listeners’ preferences. “It’s interesting to see how different things are depending on the time of day – what fits the vibe and what people enjoy. It’s also encouraged me to stay in tune with who the biggest artists are, what the biggest songs are and other things going on in the music industry,” she says. www.womanthismonth.com
Her wide array of interests has translated seamlessly into a number of entertaining segments. “As part of these, I like to read really weird news segments during ‘Sunday Funday’. I also include top TV shows and films among others. I may not get immediate feedback but it’s the best feeling when you realise someone had been listening, paying attention and found it interesting,” she says. The Presenter The widely broadcasted online music programme, Boiler Room, made its Bahrain debut in November last year, presenting Noor with a golden opportunity. “Public speaking has never bothered me, obviously since I’m on the radio. I always wanted to give MCing a try since it fit the skillset I already had, and it turned out that my first experience MCing would be at Boiler Room,” she says. “It’s a really cool music event and something I already knew about since they’re huge on YouTube.”
watched a documentary called ‘The True Cost’ a few years ago which sent me into a spiral about how damaging the fashion industry is right now,” she explains. “Once you see it, it's hard to unsee everything. So anytime I want to buy something now, I try to find out where it came from. I feel like it’s important for more people to be aware and be given the tools to change things, for them to understand who makes our clothes and where they come from,” she elaborates. When asked who her greatest inspiration is, Noor says: “Oh, there's no way that this is not a cheesy answer. My greatest inspiration is my husband. He really pushes me; I think if he wasn't around, I'd be very complacent.” “I wouldn't take risks or take on any challenges. So, his ambition and his way of looking at life for me is a big inspiration to me,” she concludes.
Following her success at Boiler Room, Noor went on to MC a smaller beachside jazz festival early this year. “After I went on stage at Boiler Room, people would sometimes come up to me and say that they recognised my voice. I’m not a celebrity in any way but perhaps my voice is famous,” she says modestly. At the Heart of It All Aside from nurturing her creative talent, Noor is very passionate about the fast fashion industry and believes more people need to understand the adverse effects of the industry. “I April 2022
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PEOPLE | interview
STRIKING GOLD
Starting a business can be a daunting experience considering all the risks involved. That being said, with a good concept in hand, taking a leap of faith can be highly rewarding. This rings true for the Bahraini startup, My Gold Souq, which recently won top honours at a highly prestigious GCC-wide competition. Farah Baig speaks to My Gold Souq co-founder, Amy Vaya, about her family history, and her journey to conceptualising the award-winning business.
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eing an ambitious woman and coming from a family that has a long-standing history in Bahrain’s gold industry, Amy Vaya always knew that she wanted to delve into entrepreneurship. Ten years ago, when her friends quit their jobs to start their businesses, Amy wished to do the same but hadn’t zeroed in on her winning concept just yet. “I think when it came to it, my frustration in life was not that I didn't have a business so that I wasn't an entrepreneur, my sole level frustration was that I am an extremely creative, talented and intelligent person and these gifts were not being fully utilised,” she says.
An Entrepreneur at Heart Amy fulfilled her role at various full-time positions but still had a burning desire to start a business. “When I was working a job, I would think that one unit of time equals one unit of money, but when you’re an entrepreneur one unit of time can be worth 10, 15, 200 units of money. With a full-time job, your return doesn’t change,” she says. Hoping to be struck by a great idea, Amy went on to establish a couple of businesses that didn’t quite go as planned. “This is not really my first rodeo, but it's something that I always wanted, and that my brother Priyesh wanted too. So, when he moved back to Bahrain there was just this synergy,” she says. That synergy, combined with the Vaya family’s understanding of Bahrain’s gold industry, struck gold with the founding of My Gold Souq - the region’s first direct-to-consumer jewellery platform. “Our family has been in Bahrain for four generations and my family business since 1937 is jewellery. My greatgrandfather came to Bahrain and was one of the first jewellers in the country, but the interesting thing in this story is that my father retired around 15 years ago as he did not feel that the business was worth passing on to his children. He couldn't figure out a way to modernise it and make it worth anybody's time,” she explains.
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PEOPLE | interview Improvise, Adapt, Overcome “When my brother and I got together, we realised that maybe the problem isn't with the business, but rather the way that it was done. This is an industry that hasn't been modernised in about 200 years,” she says. When brainstorming, they considered various factors as they understood how difficult it was for the business owner. “Retail is very expensive, especially for this industry – you need to cover the costs for a storefront, electricity, bills, people’s salary, security and an inventory of at least 10 kilos of gold. We are cutting out all of that and pass on the savings to our customers,” she says. In May 2020 they came up with the Minimum Viable Product (MVP) for My Gold Souq, which invigorated the Kingdom’s modern-day gold industry. “In solving my dad's business problems, we are actually delivering something for the customer better prices, convenience, affordability, and stylish jewellery. Now we have a winning proposition!” she adds. In addition, they hoped to eliminate the inconveniences associated with jewellery shopping. “Standing in a gold shop can be overwhelming with thousands of choices and having to ask for the price of each item. On our site, it’s very transparent with the weight of the gemstone, gold, price and other details listed so you don’t have to ask anyone anything,” she explains. “Sometimes shopkeepers charge customers different prices based on how they are dressed, or whether they are a man or a woman. With us, you could be in your pajamas shopping at four in the morning and would still be charged the same price because we are transparent,” she adds.
The Winning Concept They’ve since secured the first place in the Eureka! GCC competition, beating ten other GCC-based startups for the honour. Eureka! GCC is the Gulf edition of Asia's largest business model competition, founded by the Entrepreneurship Cell of the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Bombay, one of the world's leading educational institutions. The 10 finalists were shortlisted from over 150 applicants and underwent two months of extensive training before the finale, which was held at the Taj Exotica Resort & Spa at Palm Jumeirah, Dubai. All finalists were then hosted for a four-day programme in Dubai that included networking opportunities, pitch workshops, and a trip to Expo 2020 “It was really very affirming; it told us we are absolutely on the right track and need to keep going. The caliber of the competition was really amazing. So even before the results were announced just being around www.womanthismonth.com
like-minded people was confidence building. It really amplifies the effect of that little seed of selfbelief,” she says. The startup, which was among the top five winners of the first cohort of the Standard Chartered Women in Tech Incubation Programme and was accelerated at Flat6Labs Bahrain, received USD25,000 in prize money to invest towards their business. “The startup ecosystem in Bahrain is actually quite good. At Women in Tech they were able to help us grow our initial idea into so much more, since we received excellent training. I'm very grateful as the education was invaluable,” she says. “One of the biggest struggles of being an entrepreneur is believing in yourself, you know? They believed in us for us until we could do it for ourselves. You cannot put a price on that kind of encouragement and motivation,” she says, adding that they would not be able to grow their business to its current level without the quality of education received at Flat6Labs.
Feeling Fulfilled “I feel very fortunate to be able to hang out with my best friend in life all the time, and build this business with him. We have a great relationship; I couldn't have done it without him,” she says when asked how her experience of working with family has been. She finds that their skillsets are complementary and that they have the perfect understanding when it comes to delegating work. “It’s the dream team. We definitely had some serious challenges, but what pulled me through was the fact that my brother was on my team. We were there for each other at the lowest moments and I think that's why a co-founder is very important because they will just get you to show up for another day,” she says
After years of pursuing her entrepreneurial dream, Amy now feels fulfilled. “My business actually uses all of the fragmented skills that I've picked up along the years and brings it into this one cohesive whole. It needs everything that I have ever learned or been good at, and that is a deeply satisfying feeling,” she says. “A mediocre idea can be very successful if you just show up for it every day versus a very good idea that could just fizzle out into nothing because you failed to show up for it every day. That's really what it comes down to,” she concludes. April 2022
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BEAUTY | news
Ramadan
THE ‘NO MAKEUP’ LOOK
Embrace your natural self this holy month with the trendiest look out there, a ‘no makeup’ day makeup look! The secret to achieving this look is using as little product as possible. This look requires healthy looking skin that glows from deep within, so start with your usual skincare and don’t forget the sunblock!
We’ve curated a selection of products that will have you looking and feeling fresh this holy month. Ramadan Kareem to all our readers!
Start off with a bit of concealer like the ‘SKIN LOVIN’ CONCEALER’ by essence. Dot and blend the lightweight, noncomedogenic formula over dark circles, spots, and redness. For fuller lips, check out essence’s ‘what the fake! EXTREME PLUMPING LIP FILLER’. This slightly tinted gloss will grant you fuller lips within seconds thanks to 0.3 percent chili extract! It also nourishes with its vitamin e and hyaluronic acid. A few strokes of essence’s ‘DOUBLE TROUBLE’ volumising and curling mascara should finish your look. Available at leading pharmacies and on www.essencemakeup.com.
QUENCH YOUR CURLS
SCENTS WITH CHARACTER
The Body Shop has just released their latest fragrance collection to embrace every personality. Dive nose first into five Eau de Toilettes from the Choice fragrance collection, which reintroduces iconic scents from best-selling Voyage and Scents of Life ranges. Choose from Glowing Cherry Blossom, Blissful Strawberry, Wild Jasmine, Vibrant Bergamot and Rebel Rosebud – a collection of fruity, floral and fresh fragrances.
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Curls, coils, spirals…it’s no secret to those who have them that their hair sometimes has a mind of its own. Nevertheless, whatever the curl pattern, it only makes sense to use products that are designed with these special hair textures in mind. To look their best, curls should be handled with care. HASK’s Curl Care collection is designed with this in mind. Whether your strands are a 2B or 4C, the Curl Care collection guarantees the hydration and care your curls need. The six-piece range is now a favourite among Hollywood hairstylists for styling, treating and nourishing curly hair. It features everything you’ll need on wash day including a moisturising shampoo, an intensive deep conditioner, and a curl-enhancing jelly. Each of the products are made using naturally-derived ingredients that include a miracle blend of Coconut Oil, Argan Oil and Vitamin E to hydrate and protect curls from damage and frizz.
Making the collection even more popular is the fact that the fragrances can be mixed and layered, are vegan certified and easier to recycle.
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bystander
Post-fiction: Manama Exhibition Al Riwaq held the opening of an art exhibition titled Post-fiction: Manama which turned the spotlight on Manama’s fictional narratives that have created a lasting impression on Bahrain. Prompted by the relocation of Al Riwaq to Manama, the exhibition offers varied interpretations of the realities that define Bahrain’s capital today, as opposed to sensationalized, nostalgic sentiments of its past. Participating artists included Mariam Al Noami, Ali Hussain, Jaffar Al Oraibi, Nasser Al Zayani and Hasan Hujairi.
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LIFESTYLE | opinion
HOW TO RAISE EMOTIONALLY INTELLIGENT KIDS.
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motional intelligence is critically important to everyone’s success and overall health; but how do you foster this emotional growth in your child? Knowing where to start can be daunting, especially if you haven’t experienced good emotional support in your own life. The good news is: it is possible for you—no matter your background—to promote increased emotional intelligence in your children and, in the process, raise healthy, happy children. But first, let’s break down these two little words: emotional intelligence. Emotional intelligence, or EQ, is the ability to understand, regulate, and express one’s own emotions. Not only that, but it also refers to the ability to perceive, interpret, and respond to the emotions of others.
So, now that we better understand EQ, let’s dig into six ways to raise emotionally intelligent children:
Start with yourself You cannot help your children if you do not help yourself first. Take time to notice your emotions, triggers, and coping skills. Practice the following tools yourself before working on them with your children. After all, parenting is about continuous growth, right?
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What is Emotional Intelligence? Ouiam El Hassani not only explains by imparts some sound advice on how we can raise emotionally intelligent children. Name and honour feelings—yours and theirs Understanding, honouring, and naming feelings can start from the time your child is an infant and continue throughout childhood. You can respond to their cues appropriately, practice facial expressions, and engage in active listening. You can use art, a feelings chart, books, or storytelling to support this process. Holding space for you and your children to experience feelings can take practice, especially with difficult emotions, like anger, jealousy, or sadness. So instead of getting down on yourself if you struggle, just take a deep breath, and begin again! Show empathy Here are three super simple ways to start: 1- Share with your children when a loved one is struggling in an age-appropriate way. 2- Use real life examples to highlight empathy. 3- Encourage them to check on others. Model and support healthy coping skills This concept goes back to the importance of taking care of yourself before you can take care of others. The best part is that, in taking care of yourself, you are helping your children learn by example. When your children see you
taking care of yourself through exercise, meditation, journaling, or socialising, they learn that they can engage in those things as well. Teach and model social skills Have you let your friendships go now that you are a parent? No matter where you are in this journey, you can support yourself and your children by engaging in healthy social relationships. Take time out to make that phone call, go to dinner, or check out the new restaurant with a friend or say “no” when you need to. Watching you navigate social situations is an incredible learning opportunity for them. Engage in emotionally intelligent play Play is the language through which children learn. Yes, even teenagers, because play isn’t just play; it’s a window into your child’s inner world. Use it as a tool to get to know and support them. For younger children, try engaging in imaginary play with specific scenarios you want to teach. For older children, play typically takes shape in the form of a video game, board game or sport. Finally, when it comes to emotional intelligence, the one tool that is absolutely irreplaceable is books. Reading is a wonderful way to teach, learn and grow for you and your children. www.womanthismonth.com
LIFESTYLE | food
SCRUMPTIOUS SPRING SALADS Eating healthy these days can be such a challenge, especially with time being a precious commodity! These easy-to-make salads are an excellent option for lunch or dinner any time of the week.
Baby spinach and pear salad Mediterranean Salad
This refreshingly light, and nutritious tuna salad is the perfect addition to your dinner and takes only 15 minutes to make. Ingredients (4 servings)
2 cans light tuna in water, drained 1 can borlotti/pinto beans, drained 1 head of lettuce 1 cup red cabbage 1 cup cherry tomatoes 3 tbsps olive oil 2 tbsps freshly squeezed lemon juice ½ tsp lemon zest ¼ tsp salt ¼ tsp ground black pepper
Preparation 1.Thoroughly wash your lettuce and cabbage before
spinning dry in a salad dryer and coarsely chopping them before placing them in a large salad bowl.
2.Top it off with halved cherry tomatoes and the pinto beans.
3.In a separate bowl combine the olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, salt and pepper to make a light and refreshing salad dressing.
4.Drizzle half the mixture over the drained tuna chunks so it may absorb the dressing, reserving the rest to be drizzled over the salad as per taste.
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Salty, sweet and tangy – this salad has all the flavours to make it a favourite for the whole family and possibly when entertaining friends too. Ingredients (4 servings)
1 packet baby spinach 2 ripe pears 1 cup pecans 1/2 cup feta cheese 2 tbsps dried cranberries 2 tbsps olive oil 2 tbsps freshly squeezed lemon juice ¼ tsp salt 1/2 tsp ground black pepper
Preparation 1.Wash and dry the baby spinach in a salad dryer. 2.Wash, core and slice the pears before placing it in a large salad bowl with the baby spinach.
3.Lightly toast the pecans in a hot pan and allow them to cool. 4.Add the cranberries, crumbled feta and cooled pecans to the salad. 5.Combine the olive oil, lemon juice, salt and pepper in a small bowl and drizzle over the salad. Toss the salad well and enjoy!
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skincare
RESTORATIVE SKINCARE! 5 products to detox, restore and renew your skin.
GO NATURAL WITH IXORA
Pollutants, lack of sleep, stress and sun exposure are just some of the factors that affect the appearance of our skin. A skincare routine consisting of high-quality products is essential to combat these factors and maintain its health and appearance. Here are some of our favourite products that will have you looking your best.
Embark on a skin detox journey with Ixora’s award-winning, natural and certified beauty products. Developed by pharmacist Dr. Nader Sheasha and a team of world-class personal care technologists, the luxurious product range focuses on ingredients with the maximum concentration of organic botanical extracts.
DISCOVER THE ULTIMATE CLEAN BEAUTY ANTIAGING SKINCARE TRIO TO CELEBRATE YOUR SPECIAL WOMEN THIS MARCH NUME-Lab an Anti-Aging Solution Ageing is the number one concern for women across the globe. NUME-Lab Switzerland is a Swiss made ethically conscious skincare brand that upholds its values of clean, minimalistic and effective skincare that seems to have the solution for just that. NUME-Lab’s Resurfacing Night Peel Serum is an effective and reliable way to get rid of aging skin signs and fade hyperpigmentation and dark spots. The Night Peel stimulates fibroblasts to produce increased amounts of collagen giving that perfect natural, clean and glowing look! Available on www.nume-lab.com.
Ixora’s Deep Moisturising Face Cream is formulated with Scandinavian Red Algae compounds, Rosehip Seed Oil, Coconut Oil and other ingredients that promote the synthesis of natural hyaluronic acid of the skin and hydrate the deepest layers in a unique way. Available on www.thesecretskin.com.
CARBON THEORY’S BREAKOUT-CONTROL
HEALTHY AND HYDRATED WITH FOREO
Protect your skin against the elements and drive away dull and dry skin with FOREO. Paired with FOREO’S UFO 2, this Manuka Honey mask is perfect for the winter months to lock moisture into your skin. Hailing all the way from New Zealand, Manuka Honey is a natural humectant, meaning it naturally seals in moisture while giving your skin a glow that lasts! Available at Sephora and www.foreo.com.
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Whether you’ve been combating Acne throughout your teenage years, or suffer from occasional breakouts as an adult – finding the right products for troubled skin is tough. Carbon Theory, a breakthrough skincare range for Acne is created with all-natural, vegan and cruelty-free formulations that respond to specific needs and skin concerns. We love the brand’s award-winning Cleansing Bar which is anchored in a potent ingredient blend of tea tree oil, activated charcoal and shea butter. Its highly effective yet gentle formula reduces any inflammation or irritation to the skin whilst keeping it nourished. Available on www.secretskin.com.
HELLO, GOOD STUFF!
Need a quick and fun skin fix after a stressful week? The HELLO, GOOD STUFF! FACE MASK by essence is a refreshing jelly texture face mask that will make your tired skin look fresher and suppler in no time! The moisturising cucumber water will add radiance to your skin after two to three minutes of application. This mask contain at least 95 percent natural ingredients, is vegan and free of microplastics, parabens, PEGs and mineral oil! Available at www.noon.com and www.amazon.ae. www.womanthismonth.com
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In Her Shoes
Are there any hobbies you enjoy?
I love lists! I make lists for just about everything. Apart from that, I am obsessed with cleaning. If I have to unwind, I either clean or do activities involving nature. I also enjoy watching the news, socialising and helping people.
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Cats or dogs?
This is like asking my parents who their favorite child is! I want both and a whole lot of them.
What is your proudest achievement?
I am most proud of the woman I am becoming. I don’t want to define the achievement by one specific moment, but rather the journey. It’s definitely due to all the strong and beautiful women around me who have supported and inspired me – especially my mum!
What’s one song or movie that never fails to inspire you?
These are songs that have never failed to inspire me: • You are Made of Wonder – Emily Sande ft. Naughty Boy • Blowin’ in the Wind – Bob Dylan • Everybody’s Free to Wear Sunscreen – Baz Luhrmann
The best piece of advice you have ever received was:
Harpreet
If you could be granted three wishes, what would they be? • To travel all across the world • For the pandemic to end and, • This one is harder to attain, but I wish I had a magic wand to fix climate change and the environment.
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My journalism professor always used to say “It’s all in the head”. In Journalism School we spent hours working in remote areas of India in extreme climate conditions. So, our professor used to tell us that no matter how insecure, tired, sad or angry we were, if we could manage to convince our mind otherwise, we would be able to do anything. So, your comfort zone and your biggest fears are all just in the head.
Do you have a hidden talent?
What is your dream holiday destination? Spain
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Throughout the month of March, Shamsaha celebrated women in line with International Women’s Day. Thus, in collaboration with the Bahrain Rugby and Football Club, Shamsaha hosted a sports and wellness family day with the name Shamsa’thon to create awareness of the importance of taking care of ourselves through different fitness activities and wellness talks, and to raise funds for Shamsaha humanitarian mission. All proceeds raised through the event went towards Shamsaha to support the organisations various women-empowering activities.
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KAL International Bahrain held a lunch at The Gulf Hotel for the Annual Layman’s Lunch hosted by the Gulf Hotel - a project to help and SKAL Lunch Ssupport Bahraini needy families during the holy month of Ramadan
Restaurant Opening & Art Exhibition The British Club held an event to mark
the opening of the restaurant, Outside Inn. The event included an art exhibition which featured the works of Jane Walker. Proceeds from the art sales will go to The RIA Institute, which caters to the needs of students of autism.
located in Juffair, held a pre-opening party for Go! Go! Tiger! Pre-opening AGo!rmanGo!Hotel, Tiger! – an addition to Bahrain’s nightlife scene.
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