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.

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.

As women focus on their studies and careers, time can slip by. Many find themselves professionally fulfilled, only to suddenly realise they want to become mothers - and that time may not be on their side. One woman shares what prompted her to freeze her eggs, along with advice for others who may need to delay motherhood, whether by choice or circumstance.

Motherhood is about letting go. The more time passes, the more “letting go” we have to learn to do, on so many levels...

Why can’t we hold a thought anymore? Clinical psychologist Emma Micallef‑Konewko breaks down the hidden pressures draining women’s attention — and how to reclaim clarity without blaming ourselves.

In a world driven by comparison and constant striving, clinical psychologist Tania Farrugia examines how ambition can become overwhelming - and how redefining “enough” can lead to a more meaningful, balanced life. Ambition does not have to lead to burnout.