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Comedian and author Jacqueline Novak wants to normalise depression... in her own hilarious way
The article on work: life balance (‘ Honey, are you still at work?’, July 29) by Nivriti Butalia was timely and hits the nail on the head. In this age, whendual incomes are essential to support a decent lifestyle and multi- tasking is the norm, the strain on relationships is inevitable. It takes a truly mature mind and an accommodating attitude on the part of both spouses to sustain domestic harmony. The problem is that most people bring their work home — literally, figuratively and digitally. To switch oneself off and focus on the here and the now of home life is easier said than done. To compound the problem, most people do not acknowledge or even address it. It is easy to slip into a state of denial because one does not really know how to strike the right balance. The article addresses this pertinent issue and I amsure many readerswouldhave done some soul searching, which hopefully has given them the right perspective aboutachieving work: life balance — that is so essential in keeping your sanity intact! As one of the couples interviewed in the story remarked, spirituality has a great part to playplay inin developingdeveloping thethe neces necessary tolerance and respect in a marriage. One has to work at it and for it. It is not something that falls into place automatically. But, then who said anything iseasy? As long as people are willing to put in the necessary effort, the required results will follow. Thank you wknd. for highlighting the issue. article is that if you don’t challenge yourself to reach new heights, you will never really know what you’re capable of. New opportunities lie hidden in every corner; but you will never find them if you riddle your mind with constantly finding reasons to make excuses.
Muskaan Bhatia, by email
The article on Viktoria Modesta, the world’s first bionic pop star, was truly soul- stirring and an eye opener. Progress is turning a disability into a super power. Achievers like Viktoria are setting examples and challenging age- old conventions on disability. As famously quoted by Henry Ford — “There is no man living that cannot do more than he thinks he can”. We, the common man, may not be disabled physically, but our minds
If you’ve just gotten back from your summer vacation and are experiencing something close to post- travel blues, here is a ‘ killer’ concept to cheer you up. Fraiche Café and Bistro in JLT is serving up a three- course meal with a side of murder and mayhem for Dh150. Their Murder Mystery Dinner Theatre, to take place from 7pm to 9.30pm on August 17, will have guests witnessing a crime. Teachers are suspects ( as a tribute to their back- to- school theme) and now it’s up to you to test the teachers, map out motives and unravel the mystery. Prizes will be awarded to the table that comes closest to solving the murder and also for those who dress best for the back- to- school theme. May the best table win! For reservations, email vamboentertainment@ gmail. com or call 05- 2 842 9582.