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Mental Wellness & Emotional Intelligence: Insights from GEH's First February Meetup

Writer: Andrea ZsapkaAndrea Zsapka

GEH- Growth- Empowerment-Humanity


Our first February GEH networking session brought together an incredible mix of change-makers spanning multiple time zones - from Tasmania at 11:12 PM to Kerala's serene backwaters, showing how mental wellness truly has no borders.






Key Tools & Techniques Shared


Byron Katie's "The Four Questions"

As shared by Yuvarajan:

  1. Is it true?

  2. Can you absolutely know it's true?

  3. How do you react when you believe that thought?

  4. Who would you be without the thought?


Terry's Wisdom on Emotional Processing

Terry shared powerful insights about "The Art of Contemplation" and emphasized that we shouldn't deny our emotions but rather:

  • Acknowledge them fully

  • Allow ourselves to feel them

  • Release them consciously He shared a touching personal story about forgiveness and how addressing our emotions directly impacts our wellbeing.


Practical Wellness Approaches

Members shared their go-to practices:

  • Chair yoga for managing irritation (Dr. Kiranjit)

  • Listening to music during work for focus & motivation (Chrishanne)

  • Regular morning prayers for emotional grounding & Garden swings and patio coffee breaks for relaxation (Dr. Anjli)


Wisdom Worth Sharing

Powerful Quotes from Members

  • "E-motions = energy in motion" (Al)

  • "Never make any important decisions when you are angry, upset and hungry/hangry" (Yuvarajan)

  • "We are not our emotions... and getting over them is also what I heard" (Jagathisvary)

  • "Must be able to empathise... this is one of the components of EI" (Betty)





Self-Care Insights

The group emphasized the importance of:

  • Taking complete breaks from official work

  • Regular self-validation over seeking external validation

  • Using music to change mental states

  • Practicing daily gratitude



Community Support in Action

A beautiful moment emerged when the group rallied around a member facing health challenges, demonstrating emotional intelligence through:

  • Daily encouraging messages

  • Practical support

  • Emotional availability

  • Creating a safe space for vulnerability


Moving Forward

  • Next Meetup: February 10th, 2025 (4 PM & 8 PM SGT)

  • Future physical meetup planned at the two-level park in TRX, KL

  • Continued focus on mental health practices and emotional intelligence





Resources Shared

  • "This is My Fight Song" - recommended for motivation

  • The Art of Contemplation practice

  • KELA (Keep Rays Living Always) principle


Join our GEH family where we turn mental wellness concepts into daily practice, supporting each other while creating global impact. As one member beautifully put it: "Give a little, live a little."





Next session: Join us as we continue exploring emotional intelligence and mental wellness through practical, supportive discussions in our global community.

 
 
 

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