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Resource: the Emotions Wheel to Reclaim Clarity

In Episode 2 of Narcissism at Work, we highlight the Emotions Wheel, a powerful tool to help name what you’re truly feeling. Toxic leaders often gaslight you into self-doubt. The Emotions Wheel cuts through that fog, helping you move from “I’m fine” to “I feel dismissed” or “ashamed.” When you can name it, you can start to process it.

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Reviving Tradition: Pichvai Art in London

We attended Feast, Melody and Adornment: The Art of Pichvai at the Mall Galleries in London, a landmark exhibition founded by the formidable Pooja Singhal. It’s the first major UK showcase of Pichvai, a 400-year-old sacred painting tradition from India, historically rooted in temple rituals but now beautifully reimagined for contemporary audiences.

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BONUS EPISODE 2: Fake Inclusion + Startup Chaos

What happens when inclusion becomes a tool for manipulation? In this bonus episode of Narcissism At Work, we hear Aisha’s story, how she joined a so-called “inclusive” start-up only to face emotional abuse, blurred boundaries, and unpack how narcissistic leaders use trauma, chaos, and control to maintain power and the toll it takes on confidence and careers.

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EPISODE 2: ‘The Narcissistic Boss’

When narcissistic bosses dominate a team, they don’t just create bad management, they create long-term harm. Their need for control often leads to a culture of fear, confusion, and emotional instability. Teams stop collaborating. Innovation dries up. People walk on eggshells, burning out in silence. We unpack in episode 2: Narcissism At Work podcast.

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BONUS EPISODE 1: Power, privilege and trauma bonds at work.

When inclusion is weaponised and boundaries are blurred, narcissistic abuse can thrive, especially when power dynamics are at play. In our first Listener Letter bonus episode, we hear from Maya, a young woman navigating a toxic boss, emotional manipulation, and career fear. Paired with expert insight from clinical psychologist Dr. Daksha Hirani, this episode offers validation, language and tools for recovery.

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Burnout is not the same as stress

Burnout isn’t just about being busy. It’s emotional exhaustion, chronic stress, and the slow erosion of hope, especially in toxic workplaces where narcissistic behaviours go unchecked.

Here we break down what burnout really is, how it differs from stress, and why it’s more than just a personal issue, it’s systemic.

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Narcissism at work support

Dealing with Narcissistic Abuse at Work? If you're recovering from a toxic workplace, this post is for you. We’ve pulled together trusted resources from courses and helplines to expert books like It’s Not You by Dr. Ramani and The Body Keeps the Score. Click to explore the evolving list and start your healing journey.

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We can’t talk about ethical AI if we treat people in unethical ways

At the Indiaspora: Forum for Good, global leaders gathered to discuss responsible AI, climate resilience, investment and the future of innovation. But a quiet moment at a Hindu temple left a deeper mark on me than the conference. This reflection explores what it means to lead with values in a time obsessed with speed, scale, and disruption and why ethics, inclusion, and humanity can’t be afterthoughts in the age of AI.

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WORK + Travel diary: Abu dhabi with indiaspora

A few weeks ago, I had the honour of speaking at the Forum For Good. A global gathering of changemakers from across the Indian diaspora. I shared my journey as a Social Impact Entrepreneur and founder of Other Box, and reflected on how creativity can drive systemic change. What made this trip special was being recognised not despite my unconventional path but because of it. From being welcomed into the new “New Voices” community to witnessing lifelong friendships in motion, it was a reminder of what’s possible when we’re seen, supported, and celebrated.

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Abu Dhabi's hidden gem: Women's Handicraft Centre

At Other Box, we’ve always championed economic empowerment for women because financial autonomy means freedom, security, and generational impact. So on a recent trip to Abu Dhabi, I discovered the Women’s Handicraft Centre, a small but powerful creative space dedicated to traditional Emirati crafts and female entrepreneurship. These kinds of spaces, often tucked away, represent what we’re striving for globally. Recognition, respect and reward for women’s work. If you’re ever in Abu Dhabi, don’t miss it.

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*New workshop* Redefining Success, Balance + Self-Worth

After a decade of building a successful, award-winning business, I hit burnout and realised I didn’t know who I was without the work. This post explores the journey that followed, from therapy to redefining success, balance, and self-worth on my own terms and how I turned it into a new workshop! It all started the day everything changed personally and professionally.

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Photos: Heleena theodore ‘uncensored’

We produced UNCENSORED, Heleena Theodore’s first solo exhibition. A bold, intimate celebration of divine feminine power, South Asian erotica, and unapologetic self-expression. From heartfelt full-circle moments to stunning Mughal-inspired miniatures, it was more than an event—it was a reclamation. Here's a look behind the scenes, the lessons learned, and the magic we created together.

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A Week in the Life of other box

From launching a culture programme in Copenhagen to prepping a talk on burnout for South Asian creatives and then squeezing in a sold-out art exhibition…we’ve been busy at Other Box HQ. Founder Leyya reflects on a week of wearing many hats, staying intentional, and why slowing down might be the key to sustainable impact.

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