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Ideas to read.
Conversations to consider.

Books by Abdullah Boulad and selected episodes of Living a Life in Balance, exploring relationships, responsibility and the life around care.

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Get to know the thinking behind the Office.

Before a personal conversation, you may want to understand the people and perspectives behind ARCSENA. Abdullah Boulad is Founder & CEO of THE BALANCE Group, an author and host of Living a Life in Balance.

This selection brings together his two books and three podcast conversations. Begin with the question that matters to you: communication, personal priorities, the experience of care or the pressures surrounding a demanding life.

Time to read.
Space to reflect.

Be Human First by Abdullah Boulad — book cover
By Abdullah Boulad

Be Human First

The Psychology of High-Stakes Communication

An exploration of what happens in difficult conversations, and how greater awareness can shape the way we speak and listen.

For readers thinking about leadership, family relationships and decisions that carry personal weight.

English editionView on Amazon
Living a Life in Balance by Abdullah Boulad — book cover
By Abdullah Boulad

Living a Life in Balance

A Structured Approach to Sustainable Well-Being

A reflective guide to the different parts of life, drawing on Abdullah’s personal experience and his perspective as the founder of THE BALANCE.

For readers considering their priorities, relationships, health and sense of purpose.

English editionView on Amazon

Hear the thinking.
Consider the questions.

Living a Life in Balance is Abdullah Boulad’s podcast from THE BALANCE Group. These three conversations offer different perspectives on mental health, relationships and the life around care.

Audio is hosted by Buzzsprout and loads only when you choose to listen. You can also open the original episode or read its transcript.

Dr. Sarah Boss — podcast guest

Dr. Sarah Boss

Psychiatrist and psychotherapist · ARCSENA Clinical Lead

Living a Life in Balance · Hosted by Abdullah Boulad

Understanding mental health care

· 1:35:33 · English

Abdullah and Sarah discuss trauma, resilience, the different mental health professions and the importance of understanding an individual’s circumstances. A way to hear the founder and Clinical Lead in conversation.

Original episode titleWe were BUILT to SURVIVE: The Science of Trauma, Resilience and the Future of Mental Health Care

Janina Fisher, PhD — podcast guest

Janina Fisher, PhD

Clinical psychologist · Podcast guest

Living a Life in Balance · Hosted by Abdullah Boulad

Safety, trust and the pace of care

· 1:01:44 · English

Janina Fisher joins Abdullah to discuss her approach to trauma, protective responses and the place of safety and self-compassion in recovery. The conversation also considers family relationships and the experience of being supported.

Original episode titleTrauma Healing Begins with Safety

Dr. Sarah Boss — podcast guest

Dr. Sarah Boss

Psychiatrist and psychotherapist · ARCSENA Clinical Lead

Living a Life in Balance · Hosted by Abdullah Boulad

The person within a public or demanding life

· 1:40:27 · English

A conversation about identity, relationships, family boundaries and the barriers to seeking help when wealth or public recognition shapes everyday life. These are questions to consider in context; each person’s experience is their own.

Original episode titleThe ULTRA-WEALTH Empathy Gap: The Hidden Cost of Fame, Power, and Privilege

A private conversation.
A clearer way forward.

Begin with what matters to you. We can take it from there.

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