Do you judge people based on the way they look? Or have you been judged based on your physical appearance? We discuss the psychology behind these behaviours with Dr Thoraiya Kanafani from the Human Relations Institute and Clinics.

 

Do you judge people based on the way they look? Or have you been judged based on your physical appearance? We discuss the psychology behind these behaviours with Dr Thoraiya Kanafani from the Human Relations Institute and Clinics.
&nbsp;

A laid back look at life in the UAE. Stay up to date with what's happening and where to go with free advice, expert opinion and storytelling which gives an inside scoop in to real life UAE. Calling foodies, culture vultures and people who want answers from our trusted team of engaging experts.

Afternoons with Helen Farmer

Dubai Eye 103.8 is the Middle East’s only dedicated English language talk station and the Business Breakfast is the ICC International Radio Show of the Year.

Dubai Eye 103.8

Pretty Privilege

Why are cardiovascular diseases on the rise among young adults? Dr. Georgie Thomas, Consultant Interventional Cardiologist & HOD - Burjeel, spoke about the different factors affecting the surge in cases and whether tracking gadgets can help enhance overall health.

Why are cardiovascular diseases on the rise among young adults? Dr. Georgie Thomas, Consultant Interventional Cardiologist &amp; HOD - Burjeel, spoke about the different factors affecting the surge in cases and whether tracking gadgets can help enhance overall health.

Surge in cardiac arrest cases among youth

Would you ever quit your job to pursue a different career or passion? Amani Eltigani left behind her career in architecture to pursue pottery, art therapy and cognitive behavioural coaching.


Which brings us to our next question: are younger generations taking up more grandma hobbies? Mohammed Aissaoui, the founder of MyFarm, talks about an evident interest in gardening as more people visit his farm.


Plus, schools are around the corner, and Principal Lisa says this entails properly preparing children.
And finally, would you charge your children rent to teach them money management? Find out what financial expert Charis Marr has to say about this.

Would you ever quit your job to pursue a different career or passion? Amani Eltigani left behind her career in architecture to pursue pottery, art therapy and cognitive behavioural coaching.
 Which brings us to our next question: are younger generations taking up more grandma hobbies? Mohammed Aissaoui, the founder of MyFarm, talks about an evident interest in gardening as more people visit his farm.
 Plus, schools are around the corner, and Principal Lisa says this entails properly preparing children. And finally, would you charge your children rent to teach them money management? Find out what financial expert Charis Marr has to say about this.

Charging your children rent

Dubai resident Dunia Obaidy says she tried numerous diets, two bariatric procedures and GLP-1 medication, but continued to struggle with hunger and weight regain. She has now lost 19kg following a new, minimally invasive endoscopic treatment called gastric mucosal ablation. Dunia joins us alongside the doctor who performed the procedure, Dr Mohamed Abdelhafez, Consultant in Gastroenterology at Medcare Royal Speciality Hospital in Dubai.

Former Emirates cabin crew member Sharlene Lowe visited more than 200 cities and became the person passengers and colleagues turned to for honest, practical travel advice. She has now turned that experience into Tripsy, an AI-powered travel companion designed with women’s safety in mind.

What are the laws around plagiarism on social media? Ankita Dhawan, Founder and Principal of Consilium Advisors and Technology Policy Advisors, explains how copying someone's work can get you in legal trouble. 

Family holidays are supposed to be the reward for months of work, school runs and relentless routine. But the person researching the hotel, packing the cases, remembering the medication, booking the activities and anticipating everybody’s needs may arrive already exhausted. Recent mental-health guidance warns that the gap between how we imagine a holiday should feel and how it actually unfolds can create stress, disappointment and resentment. Dr Haneen Jarrar is Director of Child and Adolescent Services and a Child Psychologist at The Free Spirit Collective.

Dubai resident Dunia Obaidy says she tried numerous diets, two bariatric procedures and GLP-1 medication, but continued to struggle with hunger and weight regain. She has now lost 19kg following a new, minimally invasive endoscopic treatment called gastric mucosal ablation. Dunia joins us alongside the doctor who performed the procedure, Dr Mohamed Abdelhafez, Consultant in Gastroenterology at Medcare Royal Speciality Hospital in Dubai.
Former Emirates cabin crew member Sharlene Lowe visited more than 200 cities and became the person passengers and colleagues turned to for honest, practical travel advice. She has now turned that experience into Tripsy, an AI-powered travel companion designed with women&rsquo;s safety in mind.
What are the laws around plagiarism on social media? Ankita Dhawan, Founder and Principal of Consilium Advisors and Technology Policy Advisors, explains how copying someone's work can get you in legal trouble.&nbsp;
Family holidays are supposed to be the reward for months of work, school runs and relentless routine. But the person researching the hotel, packing the cases, remembering the medication, booking the activities and anticipating everybody&rsquo;s needs may arrive already exhausted. Recent mental-health guidance warns that the gap between how we imagine a holiday should feel and how it actually unfolds can create stress, disappointment and resentment. Dr Haneen Jarrar is Director of Child and Adolescent Services and a Child Psychologist at The Free Spirit Collective.

Pretty Privilege

In 1 playlist(s)

Dubai Eye 103.8

Follow podcast

Recent clips