Dubai is set to attract 9,800 new ultra-wealthy residents this year – more than any other country in the world. So what is life truly like for the rich families making the UAE their home - and what does their arrival mean for the wider community here? Helen asks Thea Kearse of Butterfly Social and finance coach Beth Clay.

Meanwhile, with workers more fearful of job insecurity than ever before, Thenji Moyo is on hand with everything you need to know about redundancy in the UAE. And Dr Thoriya joins us to discuss new research into the happiness U-curve…

Dubai is set to attract 9,800 new ultra-wealthy residents this year &ndash; more than any other country in the world. So what is life truly like for the rich families making the UAE their home - and what does their arrival mean for the wider community here? Helen asks Thea Kearse of Butterfly Social and finance coach Beth Clay.
Meanwhile, with workers more fearful of job insecurity than ever before, Thenji Moyo is on hand with everything you need to know about redundancy in the UAE. And Dr Thoriya joins us to discuss new research into the happiness U-curve&hellip;

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Dubai’s super rich influx

From co-living options for those tiring of time alone to sleep and relaxation tips, employment law clarity to strategies for keeping kids entertained at home, Helen seeks out all the expert advice you need for navigating uncertain times…

From co-living options for those tiring of time alone to sleep and relaxation tips, employment law clarity to strategies for keeping kids entertained at home, Helen seeks out all the expert advice you need for navigating uncertain times&hellip;

Community and coping strategies  

Many people here in the UAE say they're feeling constantly on edge during these uncertain times. We speak with Mo Gawdat and Alice Law to find out the right tools so we can respond effectively to stress.

If you rely on regular medication, should you be worried about supplies? Dr Rania of Circle Care Clinic has the answers.

Are people still moving to Dubai? What happens if your shipment is already on the way? And what options do residents have if they suddenly need flexibility with leases or storage? We get Clare McIntyre of MacPack to answer all these.

And we open our Property Law Clinic today for all your questions from flexibility, rentals to payment plans.

Many people here in the UAE say they're feeling constantly on edge during these uncertain times. We speak with Mo Gawdat and Alice Law to find out the right tools so we can respond effectively to stress.
If you rely on regular medication, should you be worried about supplies? Dr Rania of Circle Care Clinic has the answers.
Are people still moving to Dubai? What happens if your shipment is already on the way? And what options do residents have if they suddenly need flexibility with leases or storage? We get Clare McIntyre of MacPack to answer all these.
And we open our Property Law Clinic today for all your questions from flexibility, rentals to payment plans.

How to become 'unstressable' 

From holiday changes to private jet pricing and everything in between, Helen gets expert advice from luxury concierge Ben Murtaugh and Conde Nast Middle East editor Selina Denman.

We also talk guilt, uncertainty and emotional turmoil with Dr T, and learn how to support small businesses with founders, contract law experts and business support specialists from across Dubai.

From holiday changes to private jet pricing and everything in between, Helen gets expert advice from luxury concierge Ben Murtaugh and Conde Nast Middle East editor Selina Denman.
We also talk guilt, uncertainty and emotional turmoil with Dr T, and learn how to support small businesses with founders, contract law experts and business support specialists from across Dubai.

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