Dr. Simone’s Mind Space

Emotional Intelligence

Emotional Intelligence podcast

 

In today’s episode, live streaming from Milano, I have the pleasure to talk to Emmanuelle, upper school teacher in French, (Personal, social, health, economy), PSHE at Obersee Bilingual School. Emmanuelle is Française and Italiana, an inspiring, energetic, and warm-hearted woman. Emmanuelle launched an emotional intelligence program at OBS.

 

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Women in today's society

What inspires me as a young female academic is to be a role model for future generations of women. Especially, being Swiss with a very present glass-ceiling effect for female professionals. There is a great need to push for more female representatives in large companies, but also at universities, to appoint more female professors, or hire more female bankers in leadership roles. Because female entrepreneurs tend to prefer to talk to a female banker, that takes care of her financial aspects of running a startup or larger business. A clear such structure can be seen in China, where the majority of the banking staff are women, and a large number of entrepreneurs and successful business owners are women.

We all have a responsibility to contribute with our female power to make a change. Each one of us can take her step towards a more equal society.

 

What can we women do?

• Support other women’s businesses.
• Share knowledge with other women to increase opportunities for growth.
• Be a mentor for a young woman.
• Collaborate across disciplines and professions.
• Raise your voice and take space.
• Be confident to be a woman.
• Let jealousy behind.

 

We’re in this together, together we strive.

 

"I decided who I wanted to be, and that is who I am.” Coco Chanel

 

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Family Dynamics

Families and their patterns are familiar and universal, yet they tend to go about without our conscious awareness. It is very difficult to change an assigned family roles, even for grown up children.

 

Family dynamics are patterns of interactions between family members that influence family structure, hierarchy, roles, values, and behaviors. Family dynamics have a strong impact on the way children see themselves, others, and the world. Moving to a new country can dramatically change a family's dynamics.

How can we change our assigned family roles? It needs time and mutual respect and acceptance within the family, in order to change. These changes can however be uplifting and disrupt a wishes circle. Family therapy can be a useful way to get a mutual third party moderating a family’s discussions.

 

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Emerging Adults: Attention Needed!

Many young adults in today’s world are faced with a very challenging outlook for their future. Despite their educational level, uncertainty to find a fulfilling job, that would provide the so sought freedom and independence from their parents, are sparse. The job market in 2020 has not been as challenging since the Great Depression, and even for those in collage or apprenticeship, the future isn’t as bright as it has been in the past decades.

This generation of young adults is more vulnerable to mental health problems.

 

A recent epidemiological study from the University of Hong Kong has shown that under 2020 more than 20% of the 15-24 year olds suffered from moderate depression and anxiety.

One-third of the participants reported a high level of health anxiety.

Over 10% showed significant levels of insomnia and somatic symptoms.

Young people are at risk of severe psychological impact during the coronavirus pandemic. Monitoring the mental health trajectory for youth should become routine practice during times of crisis.

As parents, teachers, educators, and society we need to focus on this generation of young adults and provide all possible support.

Couple's Life

Today’s episode discusses topics related to couples. No matter in which stage of your relationship you are, conflicts are normal and important. What is crucial for a long term relationship is how you resolve conflicts. Being able to talk to each other is crucial.

 

Some rules of a successful communication are:

• The use of the I-messaging, rather than you-messaging, which leads to defensive responses.
• Take a time out, if the discussion gets too heated. But important, unite afterwards and talk over it.
• Discuss what makes you feel appreciated. Many times we do things for our partner without knowing if it’s what they need.

 

Date nights bring back the spark in long term relationships, even if they’re scheduled! It’s a phone-, child-free time to uniquely focus on the couple.

Have the courage to talk about sexual desires!

An open relationship is where you can talk share your preferences and let seduction have its room. It is key to a fulfilled sex life for the both of you to brush off all taboos.

 

Global Mental Health and why it matters

My aim is to reduce the population burden of mental disorders through research, teaching, training, and advocacy.

 

I am passionate about using science to overcome provide evidence for preventative measure and highlight the effectiveness of early interventions to reduce the risk of longterm mental health disorders, globally.

Resilience

Resilient people are characterized by:

 

Positive, realistic outlook

Moral compass

Belief in something greater than themselves

Altruistic and focus on meaningful activities

Accept what they cannot change and target their energy on what they can change.

Social network and support

They have a job and that’s meaningful to them.

Women empowering women

Today’s podcast is an interview with Natalia, a physicist and nuclear power engineer. We’re talking about women supporting women.

What inspires her and how she’s dedicated to support other young women to get access to power and success.

 

We discussed how she navigates in a male dominate field, and gained the respect she deserves.

 

“A strong woman is the one, who highlights the difference between men and women”

Coco Chanel

GROW and how to provide feedback

The GROW coaching model consists of four steps. The word GROW is actually an acronym for Goal - Reality - Options - Will.

The first step in the GROW coaching model is defining the goal of the coaching trajectory.

Step two of the GROW coaching model is becoming aware of the actual reality the coachee is in.

Step three of the GROW coaching model is to generate options and ideas that can contribute to the solution of the problem. 

The fourth and last step of the GROW coaching model is the choice of one option. To create a will, strive to accomplish a set goal.

Seasonal affective disorder

Fall and winter are on their way. It’s getting darker and many of us notice their energy levels getting lower and their mood following along. What to do about the mood changing together with the season?

 

One of the most important things to do, is to go outside, even if it’s cloudy, rainy, foggy or snowy. The UV light is still there, providing the body with necessary vitamin D.

 

Regular exercise and day/night rhythm are boosting the energy, immune system, and mood too.