Hoda was born in Cairo, Egypt. Graduated from the American University in Cairo in 1994 with a Bachelor of Arts degree, majored in Economics and minor in Business Administration. Later, She received her MBA in Marketing. Her greatest interest lies in the fields of philosophy and positive psychology, with a focus on self help and wellness. Above all, she is passionated about happiness as a way of living! She have worked in multinational IT companies in Egypt, like IBM and Oracle, in sales, marketing and business development capacity, from 1994 till 2005. At that point she flew with her husband to live in Vienna for three years and then to Dubai. There she discovered her passion for writing. Hoda Elsobky Senior Level Executive Contributor Happiness Mentor Executive Contributors at Brainz Magazine are handpicked and invited to contribute because of their knowledge and valuable insight within their area of expertise. DO I QUALIFY? Hoda Elsobky Happiness Mentor Hoda was born in Cairo, Egypt. Graduated from the American University in Cairo in 1994 with a Bachelor of Arts degree, majored in Economics and minor in Business Administration. Later, She received her MBA in Marketing. Her greatest interest lies in the fields of philosophy and positive psychology, with a focus on self help and wellness. Above all, she is passionated about happiness as a way of living! She have worked in multinational IT companies in Egypt, like IBM and Oracle, in sales, marketing and business development capacity, from 1994 till 2005. At that point she flew with her husband to live in Vienna for three years and then to Dubai. There she discovered her passion for writing. All articles Mindset Dancing With Life — How To Achieve Real Happiness In Times Of Uncertainties Written by: Hoda Elsobky, Senior Level Executive Contributor Executive Contributors at Brainz Magazine are handpicked and invited to... READ ARTICLE Mindset The Happiness Pattern — How To Be Consistently, Contented, Fulfilled, and Successful in 2021 Written by: Hoda Elsobky, Executive Contributor Executive Contributors at Brainz Magazine are handpicked and invited to contribute... READ ARTICLE Relationships What About Love? - How to Raise Balanced & Happy Children Through Parenting by Love Written by: Hoda Elsobky, Executive Contributor Executive Contributors at Brainz Magazine are handpicked and invited to contribute... READ ARTICLE Mindset Did You Ever Dare to Reinvent Yourself Written by: Hoda Elsobky, Executive Contributor Executive Contributors at Brainz Magazine are handpicked and invited to contribute... READ ARTICLE Mindset How to Talk to Anyone, Anytime, Anywhere - The Secrets of Good Communication Written by: Hoda Elsobky, Executive Contributor Executive Contributors at Brainz Magazine are handpicked and invited to contribute... READ ARTICLE Mindset Are You Ready to Press the RESET button? - Where do you see yourself Post Pandemic? Written by: Hoda Elsobky, Executive Contributor Executive Contributors at Brainz Magazine are handpicked and invited to contribute... READ ARTICLE LOAD MORE CREA Global Awards presented to Hoda Elsobky Happiness Mentor The CREA Global Awards is proudly presented to the honoree by the Brainz Magazine Selection Committee, in recognition for their creative and innovative ideas, adaptability in business, or for their contributions to sustainability and mental health projects. Caroline Winkvist Editor-In-Chief Daniel Ålund Selection Committee Brainz 500 Global Awards presented to Hoda Elsobky Happiness Mentor Brainz 500 Global Awards is proudly presented to the honoree by the Brainz Magazine Selection Committee, in recognition of their entrepreneurial success, achievements, and dedication to helping others. Caroline Winkvist Editor-In-Chief Fredrik Elfqvist Selection Committee Executive Contributors at Brainz Magazine are handpicked and invited to contribute because of their knowledge and valuable insight within their area of expertise. DO I QUALIFY?

I am passionate about praxeology, entrepreneurship, politics, diplomacy, cinema, and sports. Savian Boroanca Executive Contributor Head of Community @ Sessions Executive Contributors at Brainz Magazine are handpicked and invited to contribute because of their knowledge and valuable insight within their area of expertise. DO I QUALIFY? Savian Boroanca Head of Community @ Sessions I am passionate about praxeology, entrepreneurship, politics, diplomacy, cinema, and sports. All articles Mindset Navigating The Flow Of Change – Building Truth In Business And Life In life and in business, we’re surrounded by change—sometimes it’s a gentle nudge, other times a roaring current. READ ARTICLE Business Facing The Storm Together – How Sessions Is Turning Challenges Into Opportunities In the ever-evolving world of tech startups, there’s one thing I’ve learned at Sessions: adversity reveals our true strength. READ ARTICLE Business The Future Of Money – Collaborative Intelligence Between Humans And AI From automating routine tasks to providing deep insights through data analysis, AI is revolutionizing business operations. Imagine having... READ ARTICLE Business Why Every SaaS Business Needs an Affiliate Program Join Sessions' Affiliate Program today and turn your expertise into earnings. The SaaS (software as a service) industry is estimated... READ ARTICLE Business The Human Touch – Why Live Demos Are Essential For Your Product’s Growth Live demos aren't just about showcasing your product; they're about building relationships and understanding your users. READ ARTICLE Business I Work For An Online Meeting Platform And I Think Meetings Are A Waste Of Time I recently had a chat with Radu, the founder of the company where I work, Sessions. He just came back from holiday with friends. READ ARTICLE LOAD MORE CREA Global Awards presented to Savian Boroanca Head of Community @ Sessions The CREA Global Awards is proudly presented to the honoree by the Brainz Magazine Selection Committee, in recognition for their creative and innovative ideas, adaptability in business, or for their contributions to sustainability and mental health projects. Caroline Winkvist Editor-In-Chief Daniel Ålund Selection Committee Brainz 500 Global Awards presented to Savian Boroanca Head of Community @ Sessions Brainz 500 Global Awards is proudly presented to the honoree by the Brainz Magazine Selection Committee, in recognition of their entrepreneurial success, achievements, and dedication to helping others. Caroline Winkvist Editor-In-Chief Fredrik Elfqvist Selection Committee Executive Contributors at Brainz Magazine are handpicked and invited to contribute because of their knowledge and valuable insight within their area of expertise. DO I QUALIFY?

Penelope Ling grew up in the multicultural melting pot of London during the 60s and 70s. Working in newspapers and magazines as a graphics journalist and art editor, she later moved on to web design and e-commerce database building. Unhappy in the world of IT, she retrained as a solution-focused hypnotherapist in 2007.   Here she found that helping others sat well with her own value system. Having suffered from so many phobias over the years and conquering them during her training, it was a simple decision to help others overcome their limitations.   Later, she added nutritional therapy, as the connection between body and mind is vital in maintaining a positive mindset.   She has developed a reputation for helping those with fear of driving and in 2020 she published her book “Driving me crazy - overcome the fear of driving”. She has been a regular guest on BBC local radio and relevant podcasts talking about how your general stress affects fears and phobias, and a contributor to Happiful magazine and other nationals.   Her second specialty is to help those with phagophobia, a fear of swallowing, which also incorporates gagging and losing one’s ability to speak when addressing an audience. This has led her to a worldwide client base with a wide range of people, from one with brain damage because of a stroke, to top execs needing to perform public speaking duties.   Despite having dyslexia, Penelope recognises that many of us have something which makes us different and that doesn’t have to be a handicap. By finding solutions to these problems, we can overcome them. Penelope Ling Executive Contributor Solution-focused Hypnotherapist Executive Contributors at Brainz Magazine are handpicked and invited to contribute because of their knowledge and valuable insight within their area of expertise. DO I QUALIFY? Penelope Ling Solution-focused Hypnotherapist Penelope Ling grew up in the multicultural melting pot of London during the 60s and 70s. Working in newspapers and magazines as a graphics journalist and art editor, she later moved on to web design and e-commerce database building. Unhappy in the world of IT, she retrained as a solution-focused hypnotherapist in 2007. Here she found that helping others sat well with her own value system. Having suffered from so many phobias over the years and conquering them during her training, it was a simple decision to help others overcome their limitations. Later, she added nutritional therapy, as the connection between body and mind is vital in maintaining a positive mindset. She has developed a reputation for helping those with fear of driving and in 2020 she published her book “Driving me crazy - overcome the fear of driving”. She has been a regular guest on BBC local radio and relevant podcasts talking about how your general stress affects fears and phobias, and a contributor to Happiful magazine and other nationals. Her second specialty is to help those with phagophobia, a fear of swallowing, which also incorporates gagging and losing one’s ability to speak when addressing an audience. This has led her to a worldwide client base with a wide range of people, from one with brain damage because of a stroke, to top execs needing to perform public speaking duties. Despite having dyslexia, Penelope recognises that many of us have something which makes us different and that doesn’t have to be a handicap. By finding solutions to these problems, we can overcome them. All articles Business 5 Ways Anxiety & Inability To Focus Impact Business Productivity – How Hypnotherapy Can Help Them In today’s fast-paced business environment, anxiety and focus-related issues have become increasingly prevalent workplace challenges. READ ARTICLE Health & Wellness 10 Ways Hypnotherapy Can Help With Sleep Problems And Insomnia Sleep problems and insomnia can significantly disrupt daily life and well-being. Problems with falling asleep or daytime sleepiness... READ ARTICLE Health & Wellness What Is Stress Eating And How Do I Control It? Stress eating, also known as emotional eating, is the tendency to eat in response to stress rather than hunger. It often leads people to... READ ARTICLE Mindset 10 Ways Hypnotherapy Can Help You Achieve Your Goals Hypnotherapy is a therapeutic technique that uses guided relaxation and focused attention to access a heightened state of awareness... READ ARTICLE Relationships Gaslighting 10 Signs And What You Can Do The phrase Gaslighting comes from the 1938 British play called Gas Light and later a film starring Ingrid Bergman and Angela Lansbury... READ ARTICLE Mindset 12 Ways To Change Bad Moods We all experience bad moods from time to time, but wouldn’t it be great if you could turn those gloomy feelings around? Whether it’s... READ ARTICLE LOAD MORE CREA Global Awards presented to Penelope Ling Solution-focused Hypnotherapist The CREA Global Awards is proudly presented to the honoree by the Brainz Magazine Selection Committee, in recognition for their creative and innovative ideas, adaptability in business, or for their contributions to sustainability and mental health projects. Caroline Winkvist Editor-In-Chief Daniel Ålund Selection Committee Brainz 500 Global Awards presented to Penelope Ling Solution-focused Hypnotherapist Brainz 500 Global Awards is proudly presented to the honoree by the Brainz Magazine Selection Committee, in recognition of their entrepreneurial success, achievements, and dedication to helping others. Caroline Winkvist Editor-In-Chief Fredrik Elfqvist Selection Committee Executive Contributors at Brainz Magazine are handpicked and invited to contribute because of their knowledge and valuable insight within their area of expertise. DO I QUALIFY?

Anila Kaba - Bashllari is an Executive and Business Coach on mindset enhancement, mental fitness and high performance. She coaches business leaders worldwide on Conscious Leader Framework, supporting them to live a holistic life, grow their business, become real manifestos of their dreams and vision, reconcile the conditioning patterns with true deep inside values through Inner and Outer Game. She has developed strategies how to enhance the mindset for creative thinking and achievement, feel resourceful, manage the inner energy to achieve a meaningful life and purposeful business and thrive during adversity times. Her mission is create future leaders. Anila Kaba - Bashllari Senior Level Executive Contributor Executive & Business Coach Executive Contributors at Brainz Magazine are handpicked and invited to contribute because of their knowledge and valuable insight within their area of expertise. DO I QUALIFY? Anila Kaba - Bashllari Executive & Business Coach Anila Kaba - Bashllari is an Executive and Business Coach on mindset enhancement, mental fitness and high performance. She coaches business leaders worldwide on Conscious Leader Framework, supporting them to live a holistic life, grow their business, become real manifestos of their dreams and vision, reconcile the conditioning patterns with true deep inside values through Inner and Outer Game. She has developed strategies how to enhance the mindset for creative thinking and achievement, feel resourceful, manage the inner energy to achieve a meaningful life and purposeful business and thrive during adversity times. Her mission is create future leaders. All articles Health & Wellness 10 Ways To Deal With Overwhelm And Stress According to the latest research from the Harvard Business Review, 82% of executives say workplace stress is a problem at their organization READ ARTICLE Business Is AI Limited For Self-Engagement And Motivation? It is an old saying heard through years that people don’t quit a job, but the boss. READ ARTICLE Business The Five Tenets Of A Conscious Business I don’t know what do you think about but myself I am thinking a lot about latest development in Europe, especially Paris and London... READ ARTICLE Mindset The Three Filters Applied By Socrates In Communication Casually, I was watching a video talking about Socrates' three filters and thought I'd write something about it READ ARTICLE Mindset Seven Body Movements That Can Affect Your Positive Thinking If you are one among 30 million people that have read “The Secret “book, you might be curious on the reasons writing this article. READ ARTICLE Business Are S.M.A.R.T Goals Enough Towards Happiness And Success? Most of large corporations and businesses use SMART goals as a clear and simple framework for defining and managing goals and objectives READ ARTICLE LOAD MORE CREA Global Awards presented to Anila Kaba - Bashllari Executive & Business Coach The CREA Global Awards is proudly presented to the honoree by the Brainz Magazine Selection Committee, in recognition for their creative and innovative ideas, adaptability in business, or for their contributions to sustainability and mental health projects. Caroline Winkvist Editor-In-Chief Daniel Ålund Selection Committee Brainz 500 Global Awards presented to Anila Kaba - Bashllari Executive & Business Coach Brainz 500 Global Awards is proudly presented to the honoree by the Brainz Magazine Selection Committee, in recognition of their entrepreneurial success, achievements, and dedication to helping others. Caroline Winkvist Editor-In-Chief Fredrik Elfqvist Selection Committee Executive Contributors at Brainz Magazine are handpicked and invited to contribute because of their knowledge and valuable insight within their area of expertise. DO I QUALIFY?

Felicia Shanken is a Women Strategist and Builder. She is the Founder/CEO of the Philadelphia Women's Network Connection, LLC and PWNC Foundation 501(c)(3). PWNC is about helping local business women build their business, connect with like minded individuals and benefit from shared resources. The Foundation is committed to helping women growing a business as a solo entrepreneur transition from a full-time or part-time job to full time entrepreneurship. Felicia has also been recognized and honored by "Fun Times Magazine" in their March/April 2020 edition for being, "2020 Philadelphia Who's Who Black Women of Influence". Felicia had the opportunity in September 2019 to have her own show on RVNTV a digital television platform called "Power Up Your Passion" where she brings guest on to talk about their passion in life and how it lead to where they are now. Felicia was raised in Queens, New York. She moved to Philadelphia over 20 years ago where she met her husband, Paul, a native Philadelphian. They live in the Fairmont area of Center City Philadelphia. Felicia Shanken Executive Contributor Strategist Executive Contributors at Brainz Magazine are handpicked and invited to contribute because of their knowledge and valuable insight within their area of expertise. DO I QUALIFY? Felicia Shanken Strategist Felicia Shanken is a Women Strategist and Builder. She is the Founder/CEO of the Philadelphia Women's Network Connection, LLC and PWNC Foundation 501(c)(3). PWNC is about helping local business women build their business, connect with like minded individuals and benefit from shared resources. The Foundation is committed to helping women growing a business as a solo entrepreneur transition from a full-time or part-time job to full time entrepreneurship. Felicia has also been recognized and honored by "Fun Times Magazine" in their March/April 2020 edition for being, "2020 Philadelphia Who's Who Black Women of Influence". Felicia had the opportunity in September 2019 to have her own show on RVNTV a digital television platform called "Power Up Your Passion" where she brings guest on to talk about their passion in life and how it lead to where they are now. Felicia was raised in Queens, New York. She moved to Philadelphia over 20 years ago where she met her husband, Paul, a native Philadelphian. They live in the Fairmont area of Center City Philadelphia. All articles Lifestyle Is Your Community Supporting You? Written by: Felicia Shanken, Executive Contributor Executive Contributors at Brainz Magazine are handpicked and invited to contribute... READ ARTICLE Mindset People Are Not Looking for Perfect — They Are Looking for Authentic Written by: Felicia Shanken, Executive Contributor Executive Contributors at Brainz Magazine are handpicked and invited to contribute... READ ARTICLE Business Are You Taking Accountability In Your Business? Written by: Felicia Shanken, Executive Contributor Executive Contributors at Brainz Magazine are handpicked and invited to contribute... READ ARTICLE You Are What You Attract! Written by: Felicia Shanken, Executive Contributor Executive Contributors at Brainz Magazine are handpicked and invited to contribute... READ ARTICLE Business Let’s Talk About The “C” Word Written by: Felicia Shanken, Executive Contributor Executive Contributors at Brainz Magazine are handpicked and invited to contribute... READ ARTICLE Business The Power of Words Written by: Felicia Shanken, Executive Contributor Executive Contributors at Brainz Magazine are handpicked and invited to contribute... READ ARTICLE LOAD MORE CREA Global Awards presented to Felicia Shanken Strategist The CREA Global Awards is proudly presented to the honoree by the Brainz Magazine Selection Committee, in recognition for their creative and innovative ideas, adaptability in business, or for their contributions to sustainability and mental health projects. Caroline Winkvist Editor-In-Chief Daniel Ålund Selection Committee Brainz 500 Global Awards presented to Felicia Shanken Strategist Brainz 500 Global Awards is proudly presented to the honoree by the Brainz Magazine Selection Committee, in recognition of their entrepreneurial success, achievements, and dedication to helping others. Caroline Winkvist Editor-In-Chief Fredrik Elfqvist Selection Committee Executive Contributors at Brainz Magazine are handpicked and invited to contribute because of their knowledge and valuable insight within their area of expertise. DO I QUALIFY?

Integrating Western Clinical Science, Eastern Healing Traditions, Regenerative Approaches, and Timeless Ancient Wisdom: An Exclusive Interview with Dr. Juliette Astor Integrating Western Clinical Science, Eastern Healing Traditions, Regenerative Approaches, and Timeless Ancient Wisdom: An Exclusive Interview with Dr. Juliette Astor Dr. Juliette Astor's path to medicine began early - an academic upbringing and an almost magnetic pull toward the brain and the mysteries of the mind led her to major in biology before pursuing medical school. She went on to serve as the sole physician for a rural town of 5,000 people, an experience that forged the resilience and resourcefulness she still draws on today. She later relocated to the United States, rebuilding her medical career from the ground up before completing a rigorous general surgery residency in New York City and a facial plastic surgery fellowship in Columbus, Ohio. It was in Florida, working alongside a holistic medicine physician and discovering the science of epigenetics, that Dr. Astor's philosophy of medicine began to expand - from treating disease to treating the whole person. That conviction became the foundation for The Terra Wellness, her integrative practice combining conventional medicine with regenerative, functional, and energetic approaches to healing. Today, Dr. Astor practices as both physician and guide, helping patients reconnect with their bodies, their sense of purpose, and — as her practice's name suggests — the grounding wisdom of the earth itself. THE FULL INTERVIEW Next Issue Previous Issue Back to Archive Article Highlights Mindset 7 Powerful Ways to Turn Rejection Into Opportunity and Success There is a silence people fear more than any other, the silence of a body on life support, of a person written off as "gone." I have stood inside that silence. Not as a witness. As the one fighting to breathe... READ ARTICLE Business Why Businesses Fail Slowly and How to Stop the Leaks Most business owners think they have an income problem. In reality, many have a leak problem. Imagine trying to fill a bucket with water while there are holes in the bottom. You can pour faster... READ ARTICLE Health & Wellness You Are Functioning, But Are You Actually Okay? On high-functioning burnout, the nervous system that learned to call exhaustion normal, and why looking fine on the outside is not the same as feeling safe on the inside. This article explores why many high-achieving... READ ARTICLE Mindset Why Coaching Skills Should Be Life Skills This article explores how learning to coach others unexpectedly became a journey of self-discovery, transforming the way one coach thinks, listens, responds, and relates to the world. Through awareness... READ ARTICLE Leadership Leadership is Heartwork, Not Hard Work The most powerful leaders do more than manage performance. They create the conditions in which people feel seen, trusted, and inspired to become their best. For decades, leadership has been associated with... READ ARTICLE Mindset Late Diagnosed Autistic Imposter Syndrome and What Changes When Someone Believes You For many late-diagnosed autistic and ADHD adults, being believed can be life-changing. This article explores how validation, safety, and compassionate support can help people move beyond masking, imposter syndrome... READ ARTICLE Quote of the week "Listening isn't a promise to agree. It's a commitment to understand." Joe Patneaude, Executive Coach Business The Question Every Large Organisation's Board Should Be Asking, and Usually Isn't I like to ask any corporate board: if a major disruption hit tomorrow, do you truly know which activities and processes you must protect to remain viable? Not everything, not every system, just the absolute... 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READ ARTICLE Brainz Expert Panel Expert Panelists are handpicked and invited to contribute because of their knowledge and valuable insight within the areas of Business, Mindset, Leadership, Lifestyle, and Sustainability. Members of The Brainz Magazine community of experts will share their best tips, advice, ideas, and hacks within different topics. READ THE FULL ARTICLE Brainz podcast Why Stress Is Addictive - Brainz Podcast with Dr. Juliette Astor Physician, founder of Terra Wellness, and regenerative health advocate Dr. Juliette Astor joins the Brainz Podcast to explore the future of healthcare, the hidden toxins impacting our wellbeing, why stress can become addictive, and how true healing requires caring for the mind, body, and spirit together. In this episode, Dr. Juliette shares her journey into medicine, revealing how a lifelong fascination with both science and spirituality led her to combine evidence-based healthcare with holistic and regenerative practices. She explains why modern life leaves so many people feeling exhausted and disconnected, how negative thought patterns can influence our physical health, and why taking just a few minutes each day to pause, reflect, and reconnect can have a lasting impact on wellbeing. The conversation also explores the surprising science behind why stress can become addictive, alongside the power of small daily habits, the importance of human connection, nutrition, movement, meditation, and personalised healthcare over one-size-fits-all wellness trends. Dr. Juliette also discusses the future of regenerative medicine, why addressing root causes is essential for long-term health, and how her Terra Wellness app helps people create sustainable lifestyle changes. LISTEN NOW Next Issue Previous Issue Back to Archive

Graham Morgan is a serial innovator and transformative figure in the realms of football, education, and performance. With a career spanning over five decades, Graham has consistently challenged convention and inspired progress through groundbreaking sports marketing at both grassroots and global levels. His journey began in 1970 as an England Schoolboys U18 international, where a promising football career was unexpectedly halted due to a misdiagnosed injury. Undeterred, Graham pivoted toward a new path in sport and education, joining Borough Road College under the mentorship of the legendary Charles Lipton. From 1974, Graham dedicated nine years to teaching physical education in Norwich schools, during which he earned his FA Full Badge and became the youngest ever FA Staff Coach at the age of 24. By 27, he was appointed coach of the England Schools U18 team (ESFA), further cementing his status as a rising force in coaching. Graham later founded the Association of Football Coaches and Teachers (AFCAT), which in effect was regarded as the English Football Coaches Association. Graham’s pioneering spirit came to the fore during his tenure in Bradford, where he served as the UK’s first Football Development Officer. His commitment to community sport was recognised in 1989 when England Manager Sir Bobby Robson presented him with an FA award for excellence in grassroots football. In 1989 Graham joined adidas, where he spent a decade crafting visionary grassroots programmes. Notably, he helped launch the now-iconic Predator boot through innovative campaigns that included signing a then-unknown David Beckham and The Schools Football initiative which raised over £1million for schools. As adidas’ Head of Global Grassroots Football, he expanded these programmes to 68 countries and introduced grassroots football to a global stage at the 1998 FIFA World Cup in Paris. The adidas Football Parc attracted 1.3 million visitors—an unprecedented achievement that earned Graham a prestigious adidas Golden Shoe for his contributions to promoting the Predator.. In 2007, Graham turned his focus to health and social change, founding Evolve: Social Impact Company, with John Bishop. This multi-award-winning social enterprise is dedicated to mentoring disadvantaged children and improving their performance in schools. Through Evolve, they have impacted thousands of young lives across the UK, combining sport, wellness, and mentoring to create meaningful outcomes. In 2018 Graham became the first student to graduate with the new MSc Degree in Health Mentoring - aged 66. Never one to rest on his laurels, Graham is now embarking on an exciting new collaboration with renowned neuroscientist Dr. Michael Merzenich. Together, they are developing Footballing Brains, a cutting-edge initiative poised to revolutionise how footballers, coaches, and referees think, train, and perform—blending neuroscience and sport in an entirely new way. With a legacy built on innovation, resilience, and a deep passion for nurturing human potential, Graham Morgan continues to shape the future of sport and education, one bold idea at a time Graham John Morgan Executive Contributor Performance Mentor Executive Contributors at Brainz Magazine are handpicked and invited to contribute because of their knowledge and valuable insight within their area of expertise. DO I QUALIFY? Graham John Morgan Performance Mentor Graham Morgan is a serial innovator and transformative figure in the realms of football, education, and performance. With a career spanning over five decades, Graham has consistently challenged convention and inspired progress through groundbreaking sports marketing at both grassroots and global levels. His journey began in 1970 as an England Schoolboys U18 international, where a promising football career was unexpectedly halted due to a misdiagnosed injury. Undeterred, Graham pivoted toward a new path in sport and education, joining Borough Road College under the mentorship of the legendary Charles Lipton. From 1974, Graham dedicated nine years to teaching physical education in Norwich schools, during which he earned his FA Full Badge and became the youngest ever FA Staff Coach at the age of 24. By 27, he was appointed coach of the England Schools U18 team (ESFA), further cementing his status as a rising force in coaching. Graham later founded the Association of Football Coaches and Teachers (AFCAT), which in effect was regarded as the English Football Coaches Association. Graham’s pioneering spirit came to the fore during his tenure in Bradford, where he served as the UK’s first Football Development Officer. His commitment to community sport was recognised in 1989 when England Manager Sir Bobby Robson presented him with an FA award for excellence in grassroots football. In 1989 Graham joined adidas, where he spent a decade crafting visionary grassroots programmes. Notably, he helped launch the now-iconic Predator boot through innovative campaigns that included signing a then-unknown David Beckham and The Schools Football initiative which raised over £1million for schools. As adidas’ Head of Global Grassroots Football, he expanded these programmes to 68 countries and introduced grassroots football to a global stage at the 1998 FIFA World Cup in Paris. The adidas Football Parc attracted 1.3 million visitors—an unprecedented achievement that earned Graham a prestigious adidas Golden Shoe for his contributions to promoting the Predator.. In 2007, Graham turned his focus to health and social change, founding Evolve: Social Impact Company, with John Bishop. This multi-award-winning social enterprise is dedicated to mentoring disadvantaged children and improving their performance in schools. Through Evolve, they have impacted thousands of young lives across the UK, combining sport, wellness, and mentoring to create meaningful outcomes. In 2018 Graham became the first student to graduate with the new MSc Degree in Health Mentoring - aged 66. Never one to rest on his laurels, Graham is now embarking on an exciting new collaboration with renowned neuroscientist Dr. Michael Merzenich. Together, they are developing Footballing Brains, a cutting-edge initiative poised to revolutionise how footballers, coaches, and referees think, train, and perform—blending neuroscience and sport in an entirely new way. With a legacy built on innovation, resilience, and a deep passion for nurturing human potential, Graham Morgan continues to shape the future of sport and education, one bold idea at a time All articles Exclusive interviews Forttuna Global Award Winner Graham Morgan Discusses the Importance of Recognition and Support Graham Morgan's career was initially in physical education and then football coaching at a high level, before moving on to devising Project HERO (Health Engagement Real Outcomes), a multi-award-winning... READ ARTICLE Society How We Can Evolve Learning and Performance – Inspired by Sir Ken Robinson and Stephen Graham Evolve: A Social Impact Company is a pioneering social enterprise challenging traditional education practice by supporting the holistic development of children to improve their all round performance... READ ARTICLE Mindset What Is the Best Way to Support Children’s Wellbeing, Mindset, and Performance? Graham Morgan and John Bishop are the founders of Evolve: A Social Impact Company, a multi-award-winning social enterprise that has been pioneering innovative approaches to improve the performance of children in school. READ ARTICLE Exclusive interviews The Power of Mentored Brain Training to Unlock Human Potential – Interview with Graham John Morgan Today, we’re joined by a man who believes that everyone can perform so much better in their lives by giving some attention to their brain, no matter what their age. READ ARTICLE Mindset Is Your Brain Fit Enough to Perform at Your Best? Few of us ever reach our potential. Fewer still do so at any consistent level. This is a bold statement, but one that I think resonates with many who are working to improve performance in education, business, and sport. These are areas where I have been working for over five decades... READ ARTICLE LOAD MORE CREA Global Awards presented to Graham John Morgan Performance Mentor The CREA Global Awards is proudly presented to the honoree by the Brainz Magazine Selection Committee, in recognition for their creative and innovative ideas, adaptability in business, or for their contributions to sustainability and mental health projects. Caroline Winkvist Editor-In-Chief Daniel Ålund Selection Committee Brainz 500 Global Awards presented to Graham John Morgan Performance Mentor Brainz 500 Global Awards is proudly presented to the honoree by the Brainz Magazine Selection Committee, in recognition of their entrepreneurial success, achievements, and dedication to helping others. Caroline Winkvist Editor-In-Chief Fredrik Elfqvist Selection Committee Executive Contributors at Brainz Magazine are handpicked and invited to contribute because of their knowledge and valuable insight within their area of expertise. DO I QUALIFY?

Most people have experienced a reading, a guidance session, or a moment of clarity that felt essential. A few weeks later, it's gone. Not because it wasn't true. Because insight without an anchor doesn't stick. Verena Franzetti and Tom Goguet (Atmos) built Soul Symbol to solve exactly that. Verena brings over a decade of self-directed study in astrology, sharpened by targeted training and ten years of professional practice in graphic design and visual identity. That combination gives her something specific: the ability to sense when a symbol has found its right form. Tom's work is rooted in sacred geometry and numerology, developed over more than ten years of self-taught practice. His starting point was a simple observation: people were consistently drawn to certain works almost despite themselves, and their numerology matched the numbers at the core of the composition. Together, they turn a session into an object. Each Soul Symbol is an original hand-painted artwork, built from the client's astrological chart and numerological profile. It stays on a wall, in daily view, continuing to work where the session ended. Quarterly follow-up calls over a year keep the process alive, going deeper as life evolves. Soul Symbol is for people ready to be seen, in their strengths and their blind spots, and committed to a process that unfolds over time. No prior knowledge of astrology needed. Just a genuine willingness to look. Every symbol is unique. No AI. No template. Only human. Soul Symbol Executive Contributor Astrology, Numerology & Art Integration Executive Contributors at Brainz Magazine are handpicked and invited to contribute because of their knowledge and valuable insight within their area of expertise. DO I QUALIFY? Soul Symbol Astrology, Numerology & Art Integration Most people have experienced a reading, a guidance session, or a moment of clarity that felt essential. A few weeks later, it's gone. Not because it wasn't true. Because insight without an anchor doesn't stick. Verena Franzetti and Tom Goguet (Atmos) built Soul Symbol to solve exactly that. Verena brings over a decade of self-directed study in astrology, sharpened by targeted training and ten years of professional practice in graphic design and visual identity. That combination gives her something specific: the ability to sense when a symbol has found its right form. Tom's work is rooted in sacred geometry and numerology, developed over more than ten years of self-taught practice. His starting point was a simple observation: people were consistently drawn to certain works almost despite themselves, and their numerology matched the numbers at the core of the composition. Together, they turn a session into an object. Each Soul Symbol is an original hand-painted artwork, built from the client's astrological chart and numerological profile. It stays on a wall, in daily view, continuing to work where the session ended. Quarterly follow-up calls over a year keep the process alive, going deeper as life evolves. Soul Symbol is for people ready to be seen, in their strengths and their blind spots, and committed to a process that unfolds over time. No prior knowledge of astrology needed. Just a genuine willingness to look. Every symbol is unique. No AI. No template. Only human. All articles Exclusive interviews How Astrology and Numerology Drive Personal Growth – An Interview with Verena & Tom of Soul Symbol Most people have experienced a reading, a guidance session, or a moment of clarity that felt essential. A few weeks later, it's gone. Not because it wasn't true. Because insight without an anchor... READ ARTICLE LOAD MORE CREA Global Awards presented to Soul Symbol Astrology, Numerology & Art Integration The CREA Global Awards is proudly presented to the honoree by the Brainz Magazine Selection Committee, in recognition for their creative and innovative ideas, adaptability in business, or for their contributions to sustainability and mental health projects. Caroline Winkvist Editor-In-Chief Daniel Ålund Selection Committee Brainz 500 Global Awards presented to Soul Symbol Astrology, Numerology & Art Integration Brainz 500 Global Awards is proudly presented to the honoree by the Brainz Magazine Selection Committee, in recognition of their entrepreneurial success, achievements, and dedication to helping others. Caroline Winkvist Editor-In-Chief Fredrik Elfqvist Selection Committee Executive Contributors at Brainz Magazine are handpicked and invited to contribute because of their knowledge and valuable insight within their area of expertise. DO I QUALIFY?

Sarah Gibbons is a renowned executive Success Coach based in LA who’s worked with incredible leaders like the LA Clippers, the Weitz Foundation, the teams at award winning Creative Agency Hey Wonderful, The Talent LA, Executives at Google, Chiat and more and she’s become known as the “LA Creative Whisperer” for her tough, but real, effective and graceful approach to leadership coaching. In addition to running The Mother Board, she runs The Board, The Father Board and coaches corporations, organizations, and individual leaders. She’s also a wife, mother of three young boys, a philanthropist, published author, and inspirational speaker. Sarah Gibbons Executive Contributor Executive Leadership Coach Executive Contributors at Brainz Magazine are handpicked and invited to contribute because of their knowledge and valuable insight within their area of expertise. DO I QUALIFY? Sarah Gibbons Executive Leadership Coach Sarah Gibbons is a renowned executive Success Coach based in LA who’s worked with incredible leaders like the LA Clippers, the Weitz Foundation, the teams at award winning Creative Agency Hey Wonderful, The Talent LA, Executives at Google, Chiat and more and she’s become known as the “LA Creative Whisperer” for her tough, but real, effective and graceful approach to leadership coaching. In addition to running The Mother Board, she runs The Board, The Father Board and coaches corporations, organizations, and individual leaders. She’s also a wife, mother of three young boys, a philanthropist, published author, and inspirational speaker. All articles Leadership How To Manage Your Leadership With Peers The world of ‘leadership’ focuses so much on how to manage up, and how to manage down, but often ignores the relationships between equals. READ ARTICLE Mindset How Embracing Your Flaws AKA Your Achilles Heel Can Move You Forward We live in a world of information overload – right? It’s easy to get sucked into thinking that the more we know READ ARTICLE Mindset How To Take Your Personal And Professional Goals From Dreams To Reality What’s the biggest goal on your mind right now? For me last year, it was living in Costa Rica READ ARTICLE Leadership Dear Leaders, You Should Be Asking For Help Even When Things Are Running Smoothly When do you ask for help in your leadership? Do you ask when things are running smoothly or when everything already feels like it’s burning READ ARTICLE Mindset The Most Important Lesson I’ve Learned About Finding Community Being a part of a community is a huge key to success for most people – but finding the right group of your people is not as easy READ ARTICLE Mindset Stop Wanting And Do This Instead I’ve been a little frustrated. There’s a ton of talk in the self-help world as it relates to wanting and manifesting desires READ ARTICLE LOAD MORE CREA Global Awards presented to Sarah Gibbons Executive Leadership Coach The CREA Global Awards is proudly presented to the honoree by the Brainz Magazine Selection Committee, in recognition for their creative and innovative ideas, adaptability in business, or for their contributions to sustainability and mental health projects. Caroline Winkvist Editor-In-Chief Daniel Ålund Selection Committee Brainz 500 Global Awards presented to Sarah Gibbons Executive Leadership Coach Brainz 500 Global Awards is proudly presented to the honoree by the Brainz Magazine Selection Committee, in recognition of their entrepreneurial success, achievements, and dedication to helping others. Caroline Winkvist Editor-In-Chief Fredrik Elfqvist Selection Committee Executive Contributors at Brainz Magazine are handpicked and invited to contribute because of their knowledge and valuable insight within their area of expertise. DO I QUALIFY?

Coming soon... Taiwo Sowemimo Executive Contributor Entrepreneur Executive Contributors at Brainz Magazine are handpicked and invited to contribute because of their knowledge and valuable insight within their area of expertise. DO I QUALIFY? Taiwo Sowemimo Entrepreneur Coming soon... All articles LOAD MORE CREA Global Awards presented to Taiwo Sowemimo Entrepreneur The CREA Global Awards is proudly presented to the honoree by the Brainz Magazine Selection Committee, in recognition for their creative and innovative ideas, adaptability in business, or for their contributions to sustainability and mental health projects. Caroline Winkvist Editor-In-Chief Daniel Ålund Selection Committee Brainz 500 Global Awards presented to Taiwo Sowemimo Entrepreneur Brainz 500 Global Awards is proudly presented to the honoree by the Brainz Magazine Selection Committee, in recognition of their entrepreneurial success, achievements, and dedication to helping others. Caroline Winkvist Editor-In-Chief Fredrik Elfqvist Selection Committee Executive Contributors at Brainz Magazine are handpicked and invited to contribute because of their knowledge and valuable insight within their area of expertise. DO I QUALIFY?

Carol has been a practicing intuitive energy practitioner for over 25 years. She is certified in a range of modalities including Neuro Transformation Therapy, Timeline Therapy, Superconscious Recode, Bioenergetics, Spiritual Life Coaching, Reiki Master/Teacher, NLP, Arcturian Healing, Colour Therapy, and holds a Batchelor’s degree in Metaphysical Sciences.   Her passion is empowering others, especially female empaths, to reclaim the perfection of their authentic Divine Self.   With Soulful intuitive insight, her sessions reveal what is blocking you from a life free of anxiety, overwhelm, and self-sabotage.   Her services are focused on revealing the distortions within your energetic signature. These distortions are caused by perceptions created from life experiences, beliefs, values, and family/religious/social indoctrination. Imbalanced fear-driven perceptions create an imbalanced fear-driven outlook on life, manifesting as disharmony within body, mind, and spirit. Once these corrupt files are re-coded, clients can access their Soul’s power, passion, and purpose, unlocking the untapped potential.   “I was easily affected by my surroundings and would struggle to maintain my sense of self. It wasn’t until I was an adult that I discovered I was an ‘empath’. Knowing this, I could finally make sense of who I was and began my self-healing journey. I started to delve deeply into the world of metaphysics and the human energy field. I realized how powerless I had been all my life and was determined to embody my true power and balance. And so began my studies, each modality adding to my toolbox of energy maintenance and Self-love. I believe we are all created from the same blueprint of perfection. With empathic intuition, I can locate the root cause of disharmony. You are then able to experience life from a much more balanced perspective, which opens the door for a happier, healthier, and wealthier you”.   Whether you seek relief from physical ailments, emotional disharmony, or a deeper connection to your spiritual self, transformative energy sessions are tailored to your unique needs. With a deep understanding of metaphysical and energetic principles and laws, Carol offers the opportunity to create synergy within the realms of body, mind, and spirit. She provides a holistic approach to well-being that transcends the ordinary. Carol Aravena Executive Contributor Metaphysical Practitioner Executive Contributors at Brainz Magazine are handpicked and invited to contribute because of their knowledge and valuable insight within their area of expertise. DO I QUALIFY? Carol Aravena Metaphysical Practitioner Carol has been a practicing intuitive energy practitioner for over 25 years. She is certified in a range of modalities including Neuro Transformation Therapy, Timeline Therapy, Superconscious Recode, Bioenergetics, Spiritual Life Coaching, Reiki Master/Teacher, NLP, Arcturian Healing, Colour Therapy, and holds a Batchelor’s degree in Metaphysical Sciences. Her passion is empowering others, especially female empaths, to reclaim the perfection of their authentic Divine Self. With Soulful intuitive insight, her sessions reveal what is blocking you from a life free of anxiety, overwhelm, and self-sabotage. Her services are focused on revealing the distortions within your energetic signature. These distortions are caused by perceptions created from life experiences, beliefs, values, and family/religious/social indoctrination. Imbalanced fear-driven perceptions create an imbalanced fear-driven outlook on life, manifesting as disharmony within body, mind, and spirit. Once these corrupt files are re-coded, clients can access their Soul’s power, passion, and purpose, unlocking the untapped potential. “I was easily affected by my surroundings and would struggle to maintain my sense of self. It wasn’t until I was an adult that I discovered I was an ‘empath’. Knowing this, I could finally make sense of who I was and began my self-healing journey. I started to delve deeply into the world of metaphysics and the human energy field. I realized how powerless I had been all my life and was determined to embody my true power and balance. And so began my studies, each modality adding to my toolbox of energy maintenance and Self-love. I believe we are all created from the same blueprint of perfection. With empathic intuition, I can locate the root cause of disharmony. You are then able to experience life from a much more balanced perspective, which opens the door for a happier, healthier, and wealthier you”. Whether you seek relief from physical ailments, emotional disharmony, or a deeper connection to your spiritual self, transformative energy sessions are tailored to your unique needs. With a deep understanding of metaphysical and energetic principles and laws, Carol offers the opportunity to create synergy within the realms of body, mind, and spirit. She provides a holistic approach to well-being that transcends the ordinary. All articles Mindset Self Sabotaging Identities and Which One is Controlling You Do you often feel that life is a constant journey of one step forward and three steps back? Do you struggle to accomplish goals... READ ARTICLE LOAD MORE CREA Global Awards presented to Carol Aravena Metaphysical Practitioner The CREA Global Awards is proudly presented to the honoree by the Brainz Magazine Selection Committee, in recognition for their creative and innovative ideas, adaptability in business, or for their contributions to sustainability and mental health projects. Caroline Winkvist Editor-In-Chief Daniel Ålund Selection Committee Brainz 500 Global Awards presented to Carol Aravena Metaphysical Practitioner Brainz 500 Global Awards is proudly presented to the honoree by the Brainz Magazine Selection Committee, in recognition of their entrepreneurial success, achievements, and dedication to helping others. Caroline Winkvist Editor-In-Chief Fredrik Elfqvist Selection Committee Executive Contributors at Brainz Magazine are handpicked and invited to contribute because of their knowledge and valuable insight within their area of expertise. DO I QUALIFY?

Janice Webber is a creative leadership coach, artist, and educator whose work focuses on stress, burnout, and creative shutdown. She helps individuals restore calm, clarity, and creative flow by working with the nervous system, rather than pushing through stress or relying on short-term solutions. With over three decades of lived and professional experience, Janice brings an integrative approach that combines embodied practices, the creative process, and practical self-regulation. Her background spans healthcare, movement-based stress reduction, and creative practice, providing her with a unique perspective on how chronic stress impacts the body, energy, and creative capacity over time. Janice is the creator of the Creative Reset approach and the Becoming Whole framework, which guide people through a paced, sustainable process of restoring nervous system regulation, rebuilding capacity, and reconnecting with creativity as a way of living, not just a performance metric. Her work emphasizes daily practices that support long-term change, rather than quick fixes or productivity-driven solutions. Through workshops, programs, writing, and art, Janice teaches that stress is a normal part of the human experience and that learning to work with stress is essential for well-being, resilience, and creative vitality. Her work is grounded, ethical, and deeply human, offering practical pathways for individuals ready to engage with change at a pace that suits them. Janice Webber Executive Contributor Owner, Coach, and Artist Executive Contributors at Brainz Magazine are handpicked and invited to contribute because of their knowledge and valuable insight within their area of expertise. DO I QUALIFY? Janice Webber Owner, Coach, and Artist Janice Webber is a creative leadership coach, artist, and educator whose work focuses on stress, burnout, and creative shutdown. She helps individuals restore calm, clarity, and creative flow by working with the nervous system, rather than pushing through stress or relying on short-term solutions. With over three decades of lived and professional experience, Janice brings an integrative approach that combines embodied practices, the creative process, and practical self-regulation. Her background spans healthcare, movement-based stress reduction, and creative practice, providing her with a unique perspective on how chronic stress impacts the body, energy, and creative capacity over time. Janice is the creator of the Creative Reset approach and the Becoming Whole framework, which guide people through a paced, sustainable process of restoring nervous system regulation, rebuilding capacity, and reconnecting with creativity as a way of living, not just a performance metric. Her work emphasizes daily practices that support long-term change, rather than quick fixes or productivity-driven solutions. Through workshops, programs, writing, and art, Janice teaches that stress is a normal part of the human experience and that learning to work with stress is essential for well-being, resilience, and creative vitality. Her work is grounded, ethical, and deeply human, offering practical pathways for individuals ready to engage with change at a pace that suits them. All articles Leadership Capacity Changes Before Burnout Happens For years, burnout has been treated as the point at which something has gone wrong. By then, a high-achieving professional woman may be exhausted, struggling to think clearly, questioning decisions... READ ARTICLE Mindset Why Relief Doesn’t Last When Capacity Is Depleted Many people finally slow down, rest, or step away from what was draining them, expecting relief to last. Yet, weeks later, clarity still feels elusive, creativity remains distant, and momentum never fully... READ ARTICLE Health & Wellness Stress Doesn’t Discriminate – Why Every Nervous System Needs Recovery Stress does not belong to one personality type, profession, or way of thinking. Whether you are analytical or creative, structured or intuitive, high-performing or quietly overwhelmed, stress affects... READ ARTICLE Business News Janice Webber Announces Live Creative Reset 21-Day Guided Experience Starting February 2026 Dartmouth, Nova Scotia (February 2026) – Janice Webber, creative transformational coach, artist, and educator focused on stress, burnout, and creative shutdown, has announced the launch of a live... READ ARTICLE Health & Wellness Stress Is Not the Problem, Staying in Stress Is Stress is often viewed as something we need to eliminate, manage, or overcome. Yet, despite decades of advice on relaxation, self-care, and productivity, stress-related burnout, exhaustion, and... READ ARTICLE LOAD MORE CREA Global Awards presented to Janice Webber Owner, Coach, and Artist The CREA Global Awards is proudly presented to the honoree by the Brainz Magazine Selection Committee, in recognition for their creative and innovative ideas, adaptability in business, or for their contributions to sustainability and mental health projects. Caroline Winkvist Editor-In-Chief Daniel Ålund Selection Committee Brainz 500 Global Awards presented to Janice Webber Owner, Coach, and Artist Brainz 500 Global Awards is proudly presented to the honoree by the Brainz Magazine Selection Committee, in recognition of their entrepreneurial success, achievements, and dedication to helping others. Caroline Winkvist Editor-In-Chief Fredrik Elfqvist Selection Committee Executive Contributors at Brainz Magazine are handpicked and invited to contribute because of their knowledge and valuable insight within their area of expertise. DO I QUALIFY?