Tag: Identity
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We never went back home
79 years ago in the middle of August, when India and Pakistan gained independence, we left home and never returned. We had to get on a train or walk in one direction. Maybe the door was locked behind us, maybe not. What can we carry on our backs with small children too? We’ll return one…
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When the same symptoms lead to different diagnoses
Understanding ethnic inequalities in mental health Originally published in The Doc Suit Debrief. Imagine that there are two patients who arrive in A&E, both saying the same thing. They are feeling on edge and concerned with an impending sense of doom. One is diagnosed with acute anxiety, comforted with a cup of tea, and sent…
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Critique de livre : Nous étions tous des réfugiés d’Alan Gratz (Book Review)
Citation du livre “Les bateaux étaient assez proches pour que les familles puissent se parler, mais impossible de s’approcher davantage.” Je voudrais partager mes pensées et réflexions personnelles à propos du sujet d’être un réfugié et de ce que cela signifie, après avoir lu le livre Nous Étions Tous Des Réfugiés, écrit par Alan Gratz…
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On transitions
Recently, I had to walk past my former office in this beautiful part of London. The walk made me reflect on the process of going through a transition. It was a really hard decision when I left the firm to change my career, because I liked my work and the culture there. I was filled…
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Book Review: Quiet: The Power of Introverts in a World That Can’t Stop Talking by Susan Cain
What is your personality type? How can you be an inclusive leader? These are only a couple of the questions that Susan Cain addresses in this empowering book. Cain dispels myths about having an introverted personality type to change society’s perception of what it means to be introverted.
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Diversity and Inclusion Books
Books to learn and understand more about the experiences of those from diverse backgrounds
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How politicians talk about identities really matters
In the ever-evolving world, the art of forging genuine connections remains timeless. Whether it’s with colleagues, clients, or partners, establishing a genuine rapport paves the way for collaborative success.
Preeti Kaur 