The cycle of life. How athlete Diana Muscat found her passion and her balance.
From an early age, sport has been central to athlete Diana Muscat. As she grew older, her passion for physical activity evolved - from playing basketball at a competitive level, to discovering the freedom and challenge of cycling. In this piece the top female cyclist talks about how, what began as childhood play on a bicycle after school, developed into a lifelong commitment to fitness, resilience, and self-discovery.
Tuning in. How to tell what you’re really feeling (and why it matters)
Have you ever felt “off” but couldn’t quite explain why? That’s the thing about emotions - they don’t always introduce themselves clearly. Unless we stop and tune in, they can end up running the show from backstage. Emotional Intelligence lecturer and author Natalie Kenely walks us through how to tune in.
A decade of ‘Women for Women’: 10 lessons from a growing community
A decade after founding the Facebook community Women for Women, to create a safe space where women can share their experiences and discuss issues that affect them, Francesca Fenech Conti reflects on the lessons she’s learned as the community has grown to include over 60,000 members.
Shifting the role-posts. Sharing and changing relationship roles without falling apart.
When it comes to relationship roles - they can stick. And it’s up to the couple to unstick them - out of love, respect, and a desire to share the load. Sex and relationship counsellor Anna Catania sheds light on how a couple can shift the role-posts, through honest communication.
The power of the pause: How emotional intelligence helps you respond instead of react
Have you ever sent a text you regretted five seconds later? That’s where the power of the pause comes in. Emotional Intelligence lecturer and author Natalie Kenely talks about this tiny, invisible space between what triggers us and how we respond, as she shares tips on how to find it, and manage it.
‘This is so me’. The comfort (and danger) of feeling understood.
We all love the feeling of being seen, heard, and understood. But what if that feeling is a trick of the mind? The Barnum effect is a psychological phenomenon that explains why vague statements often feel deeply personal. Knowing about it is the first step towards not falling for it.
Miscarriage matters – Voices of women who experienced a pregnancy loss. Part 2.
As government looks into introducing miscarriage leave, we spoke to women who experienced pregnancy loss to get their view. This is the second of a two-part article.
Aging on your terms. Confidence, choices, and med-aesthetic treatments.
Aging isn’t always easy. While some women embrace the natural changes that come with time, others experience a decline in self-confidence and seek interventions to help them feel their best. Dr Joanna Delia, founder of med-aesthetic clinic People & Skin, talks about the importance of opting for procedures for the right reasons, and picking safe and reliable doctors.
Miscarriage matters – Voices of women who experienced a pregnancy loss. Part 1.
As government looks into introducing miscarriage leave, we spoke to women who experienced pregnancy loss to get their view.
Miscarriage matters – Why leave and support are essential
The government recently announced it will be looking into the introduction of paid leave for employees who suffer a miscarriage. Woman Unclouded caught up with fertility counsellor Danielle Scerri Azzopardi, who is organising miscarriage support groups, to understand what women go through when they miscarry and why granting them leave to grieve and heal is essential.