For this series of Coaching Conversations, I’m stepping out of the studio and meeting incredible individuals in environments where they feel most comfortable and inspired. In this episode, I’m thrilled to welcome Coach Nada El Marji, an incredible advocate for resilience and creativity. Together, we explore how painting can be so much more than a hobby - it’s a powerful way to unlock your imagination, spark fresh ideas, and even build emotional strength.Nada shares her personal insights into the connection between art and resilience, along with some practical tips for getting started with painting. Whether you’re an experienced artist or have never picked up a brush, this conversation will inspire you to dive into your creative side and discover the transformative power of art.Join us for this inspiring discussion, and don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe to the channel for more amazing conversations!⏲️Time Codes⏲️00:00 - Trailer 1:22 - Introduction 3:09 - My love of painting 4:49 - How I got into coaching by Nada El Marji6:40 - Losing my job and turning it into a positive experience7:50 - Resilience - what does it exactly mean8:50 - Is Resilience something we can all have 10:05 - Why it's not easy to stop and engage in the present moment 11:00 - Getting lost in painting 11:50 - How to get into a flow state13:25 - Working with leaders to build resilience 15:20 - Experiencing life through emotions 18:00 - Why do we struggle to process emotions 24:00 - Why it's important to savour the moment 24:50 - How to practice gratitude 28:00 - The importance of mindful, deliberate breathing 31:10 - Preparing yourself for difficult situations 33:40 - Why consistency is something you should work on 36:40 - Group resilience work - does it work39:25 - Why you should invest in your teams resilience 44:15 - How to build resilience yourself and embracing a growth mindset 46:40 - What is the definition of a meaningful relationship 49:00 - Why perfectionism is ruining your success51:30 - The importance of being in the moment 52:48 - Resilience in coaching. What's the future?#arttherapy #painting #personaldevelopment #resilience #ArtForHealing #CreativeMindset #PaintingTipsLet's Connect: ▶️Subscribe to my channel: https://www.youtube.com/@ElinMai 💻Book your own Coaching Conversation with me: https://bit.ly/elinmai-coaching-convoSocial & Website: 🌐Website: https://elinmai.com/ 🔗LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elin-mai/ More about Nada:🌐Website: https://www.resilienceandco.com/about/ 📷Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nada.elmarji/ 🔗LinkedIn: https://ae.linkedin.com/in/nada-el-marji Let's take a closer look at the psychological benefits of painting, including how it encourages free expression and reduces stress, ultimately leading to increased creativity!