Today, I’m in conversation with Alexandra Haas founder of Special Moments. This is the first episode in a series were we discuss the role of the body and our skin, as a place of sensuality. Alex shared ways to get in touch with our body: ⁃ Use your breath to be fully present ⁃ Give or get a massage ⁃ The power of a long hug ⁃ Don’t hesitate to communicate your preferred way to be touched ⁃ Treat your body like a temple Listen to the podcast here: https://podcasts.apple.com/ch

Exercising as part of the daily routine, has endless benefits for both body and mind. To get started is challenging, what to do to get going? Put sports in your calendar Exercise with a friend Instead of drinks, meet for a cycling class Enroll in a group activity Stick to your exercise routine 10min everyday is better than 2h once a week Reward yourself with a treat Listen to the episode: https://podcasts.apple.com/ch/podcast/dr-simones-mind-space/id1532493956?l=en&i=10005426

One of the most common issues these children face are the consequences of their asynchronous development “many ages at once”. Some young, extremely gifted children have difficulty forming friendships, because their play is much more complex than that of most children. Generally, gifted toddlers, preschoolers, and children of all ages need more intellectual stimulation than other children do. This is often underestimated and not provided in schools. Challenges of parents of ex

In conversation with Dr. Renu Ann Joseph on female entrepreneurship, self-confidence, mentoring, and feeling comfortable to stand out. Renu is an economist turned entrepreneur, who has focused her two decade long career on improving how organizations use data to enhance business value. Her insurtech venture, based out of the US and Switzerland. Dr. Renu’s Ventures Luminant Analytics https://luminantanalytics.com/ Virtido Data Science Center https://virtido.com/en/data-science

How many people don’t we know, if we haven’t experienced the feeling ourselves, who share symptoms of burn out? It’s a place of complete exhaustion, a feeling of being overwhelmed by the most simple task at hand. Burn out is experienced both mentally and physically. Often it’s a depressed feeling, a lack of energy, lethargy, accompanied with very low self-esteem, caused by exhausted self-destructive thoughts. How do we navigate through and out of a burnout? Causes of burn out

Today's episode is a conversation with my mentor and female professor in public health at Fudan University and Karolinska Institute, Prof. Xu Biao. She shared her insights in the development of women in China, the impact of the one child policy on gender equality, as well as her strong believe that women and men are intellectually equal. Prof. Xu Biao said: “Women being more attractive, when intellectually free.” She also emphasized that women should feel confident dressing f

Fashion is art in a self-expressed way. Women around the world dress differently to express their heritage, sense of community, and unique selves. Wearing clothes is a statement of strength and power, when chosen wisely and in line with the own persona. Investing in high quality pieces that last many seasons is both a pleasure to wear and a great contribution to the environment. Dress for success Dress in outfits Create your personal uniforms Less is more Invest in statement

Today’s podcast uncovers the «myths», prejudice around computer games and aggressive behavior. Research shows no causal connection between violence in media and violence in society. Marc shared an interesting statistic based on thousands of pupils he has encountered in workshops over the years: FIFA, the soccer game, triggers most frustration and therefore anger among players. Surprised? Yes, but just think about fans of football teams around the world. The emotional attachme

This episode is a travel journey through the different stops around the world, conducting research and working as a consulting psychologist in Shanghai, New York, Stockholm, and Zurich. Listen to the podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/ch/podcast/working-conducting-research-around-globe-my-travel/id1532493956?i=1000527239428 #drschwankinsights #drsimonesmindspace #unesurcent #podcast #narcissisticpersonality #mentalhealth #chinachildpolicy #shanghai #newyork #stockholm #zuric

The Chinese child policy and its aftermath. Research insights from the one, to the two, to the three child policy. Living in Shanghai during the one child policy and initiating my research in Shanghai 2015, right at the shift to the two child policy, I’ve always been fascinated by the impact of the policy on women’s lives. From an individual, family setting, societal, and national perspective. A public health, women’s health, psychological, and economical perspective. Listen

We oft struggle to find time for ourselves. Time to do things according to our time table, our wishes, our needs. It’s essential for our own and our surrounding that we can breath, because only if we function well, our surrounding functions well too: “take the oxygen mask self before helping others”. As simply as it sounds, as incredibly difficult it is. How to get started: Early mornings are for you. Exercise, as a priority! Put the date with yourself into your calendar (no

Many women I’ve encountered through the years in my practice in Shanghai, New York, Stockholm, and Zürich share similar challenges with their narcissistic partners. I’ve decided to discuss this very peculiar personality disorder in a podcast, especially since I’m part of a Columbia University program focussing on an evidence-based approach in treating people with narcissistic personality disorders (NPD). Steps to take: Talk and disclose to a friend, don’t protect the narcissi

In today’s episode I’m discussing the impact of screen time with my uncle and game expert Marc Bodmer, who has been working in the field of interactive media for more than 25 years. The insights show what kind of implications screen time can have. We discuss ideas about how to communicate, negotiate screen time with your children, your partner, and even yourself. Marc says: “The goal is to have a balanced day.” This is the first episode of a series focusing on video games and

In today’s episode I’m discussing the way to choose the right computer game with my uncle and game expert Marc Bodmer, who has been working in the field of interactive media for more than 25 years. Marc talked about the myth of computer games and violence. Recent research, Marc shared showed no relationship between violent computer games and violence offline. He emphasized, how important it is to follow age guidelines, and content appropriate to the preference of the player.

In today’s episode I’m discussing how life skills can be learned by playing computer games, together with my uncle and game expert Marc Bodmer, who has been working in the field of interactive media for more than 25 years. Marc talked about the seven survival skills, according to Harvard Professor Tony Wagner, that are trained by playing computer games. Yet, the challenge of the transfer to professional life and school remains. These seven survival skills are the following: C

In today’s episode I’ve discussed the impact of computer games in today’s society with my uncle and game expert Marc Bodmer, who has being working the field of interactive media for more than 25 years. The insights show what kind of implications computer games can have for us, particularly the aspect of control and self-efficacy they provide. Computer games, an area where young people during the pandemic can interact and meet other adolescents, be creative, and regain a sense

How do we take decisions on a daily basis? Are they as rational, as we like to see ourselves deciding over things? No, we’re not, but that’s usually not a problem. Taking all possible decision-making factors into account for every decision we take - and we take many everyday - would be super exhausting. We therefore developed short cuts for decision-making, which we all know as stereotypes, learned generalizations or heuristics. Behavioral economist Daniel Kahneman defined th

Standing on your own feet and carry all the responsibility is courageous, challenging, and at times lonely. The rollercoaster is up and going for most of us, starting one’s own project is filled with positive energy, ideas, followed by self-doubts, alternated by highs and lots of motivation. These ups and downs are completely normal. Sharing one’s experiences in a safe environment with a coach can be very fruitful for personal growth and the company’s development. Starting on

Leadership involves courage, risk taking, trust, patience, and thought through decision-making. To be a successful leader, it’s crucial to delegate and let your employees work independently. Micro management is suffocating and destroys creativity, motivation, and innovation of employees. Take a break in your leadership and give your employees space. It takes courage, is however crucial for the most effective leadership and long term health of your staff. Be hands off, the bes

My research assessing group development has shown differences in productivity based on the culture. Flatter hierarchies such as in Sweden, with consensus driven decision-making were less productive, comparing to a relatively flat, yet hierarchical structure in Swiss groups, where consensus is weighing high, but at the same time, decisions are being made by leaders. It’s all about the mix, to provide group members space to share their ideas, yet also help them take decisions,