Let’s lift the haze…
That clouds why women think and feel the way we do… by sharing thoughts and truths.
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Rodianne Abela discovered an unexpected calling during a restorative trip to Bali. Inspired by the transformative power of slowing down and receiving care, she returned to Malta determined to create Presence — a bodywork studio that invites people, especially women, to reconnect with themselves through mindful touch, movement and the senses.
Three years after setting up Woman Unclouded, I looked at the top five articles readers engaged with most, then revisited what inspired each one.
We know we should drink more water, yet for many it’s a struggle. Some forget, others choose not to - to avoid multiple trips to the bathroom. Fitness coach and personal trainer Jeanine Thompson unlocks the secret to drinking water.
Clarity is a theme that frequently surfaces the work of emotional intelligence lecturer and author Nathalie Kenely. She talks about how clarity rarely arrives as a sudden breakthrough, but instead emerges gradually when we create the space to pause, reflect, and truly listen.
Equal pay for equal work should be a given - regardless of gender or nationality - yet disparities persist. As Malta begins fully implementing the EU Pay Transparency Directive, aimed at tackling the gender pay gap, new reporting obligations and transparency measures are coming into force in June 2026. But beyond employer readiness, what can workers do if they feel discriminated against? The National Commission for the Promotion of Equality explains.
Dr Neha Pathak shares how pregnancy complications, surgery, a newborn, academic pressure, and the demands of returning to work tested her resolve - and taught her that motherhood and ambition do not have to stand in opposition.
When Petra Tamas became a mother, she fell in love with motherhood as a journey. Her personal experience with the births of her two daughters—and everything that followed—inspired her to build her business.
When life veers off-script, motherhood can feel like survival before it feels like joy. In this candid piece, one woman shares the emotional whiplash of an unexpected pregnancy, the long road to accepting a new identity, and the growing bond with her daughter.
Mother’s Day is often wrapped in flowers, gratitude and celebration - but for some it also carries grief. In this deeply personal reflection, counsellor Isabelle Anastasi reflects on her own story of loss, the complexities of motherhood, and the often-misunderstood resilience of those navigating difficult relationships with their mothers.
In a world that equates ambition with resilience and detachment, what happens when your greatest drive comes from feeling everything more deeply? Janice Fenech talks about how she learnt to understand that her sensitive nature is not a weakness, but one of her greatest strengths.
In this personal reflection, psychotherapist Maria Muscat explores the profound identity shift from woman to mother, the myth of the superwoman ideal, and the quiet courage it takes to reclaim your voice.
A poem about the journey of unlearning and resetting the perceptions we inherit from others.
As she flies from Edinburgh to Malta, Kirsty Debono reflects on the lessons 2025 taught her - about purpose, patience, and the quiet courage it takes to live authentically.
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Advice to our daughters
Some pearls of wisdom are worth passing on to future women. Read some of this advice, or share yours.
Be clear about what you want. Say the words loud and clear. That way, there is no room for interpretation. And, more importantly, no room for disappointment and resentment.
Whenever you have that surge of creative energy that feels right. That electrifying feeling of wanting to start something, do something that lights you up. Don’t wait it out. Ride on that surge… that wave… of enthusiasm. Take the first step.
Hold your values tight, but keep your mind loose. It’s always good to stand for something and stand by what you believe in, but this doesn't mean shutting out change and opportunities - because sometimes life presents us with interesting paths worth exploring.
When life gets busy and overwhelming, looking at everything that needs to be done can feel paralysing. In those moments, focus your energy on what’s truly important. Then push yourself into action - one step at a time.
It’s okay to want things for yourself. Whether it’s a new pair of shoes, a better job, or a happier relationship, having wants doesn’t make you needy or selfish.
Words carry meaning. That’s why I firmly believe in weighing your words before they leave your mouth, making sure they’re respectful… But that doesn’t mean editing who you are.
You are more than just one thing. Don’t confine yourself to a box that doesn’t truly exist.
Why Woman Unclouded?
This is a space that seeks to offer honest content to help uncloud women’s hearts and minds. It’s all about sharing. Which is why, dear readers, you are welcome to share your thoughts for publication. Or simply share ideas, themes and topics you feel deserve to be explored, highlighted... and unclouded.
In a world of endless distractions and relentless mental load, clinical psychologist and sexologist Nicholas Briffa explains why being truly present is one of the most powerful ways to support our mental wellbeing, deepen our relationships and reconnect with ourselves.