UK Ph.D. holder coaches (online) positive thinking mindset development, highly effective successful life skills plus sharp study skills and communication techniques and more

Learn more about Dr Sajjad

• How long have you been interested in the field of well-being and are you practicing?

  I’ve been seriously interested in well-being for well over a decade, first as a curious
  researcher and later as a practitioner who works with real people and real life problems.
  Over time, I noticed that stress, overthinking, poor sleep, and low mood are often “quiet”
  issues … people carry them silently while still functioning on the outside. Yes, I actively
  practice and coach, and I keep refining my approach based on what actually helps clients
  week by week, not just what sounds good in theory.

• Tell us what your discipline can bring to people's lives.

  My work helps people build a calmer inner system … so they don’t feel hijacked by worry,
  mood swings, or mental noise. Practically, it can improve sleep, confidence, decisionmaking, relationships, and daily energy. But the deeper benefit is this: you start trusting
  yourself again, because your mind becomes a tool, not a threat. I aim for progress that
  feels “livable,” not forced.

• Could you provide some instant top tips to help us feel good in body and mind?

  Start with the basics that work fast: drink water, take a 10–15 minute walk, and get
  sunlight on your face if possible. If your mind is racing, do one simple breathing pattern:
  inhale 4 seconds, hold 7, exhale 8 … repeat for 2–3 minutes. Then do a “brain dump” on
  paper: write every worry down without judging it. Finally, ask one stabilizing question:
  “What is the next small action I can take in the next 10 minutes?” … small actions calm
  big feelings.

• How would you describe your method as a practitioner?

  My method is practical, structured, and very human … no complicated jargon, no
  preaching. I mix evidence-based coaching tools (like cognitive reframing, habit design,
  and stress regulation) with a gentle, culturally sensitive approach. Sessions are not just
  talk; we set a clear goal, identify what’s blocking it, and create a simple plan you can
  actually follow. I also teach “self-coaching” so you don’t become dependent on sessions
  forever.

• With experience, are there things you have learned or unlearned about yourself or others?

  Yes, … one big unlearning is that people don’t need “perfect motivation,” they need the
  right system and support. I’ve also learned that behind most anxiety is not weakness, but a protective mind trying too hard to keep you safe. Another lesson: kindness works faster
  than harsh self-criticism (even for disciplined, high-achieving people). And honestly, I’ve
  learned to respect small wins … because small wins are how real change is built.

• Do you have a role model, a person who really inspired you?

  I’m inspired by a mix of thinkers and practical teachers rather than one celebrity figure.
  Dale Carnegie influenced my belief that worry can be managed through simple, daily
  disciplines, and Bertrand Russell’s clarity on happiness helped me see how much peace
  depends on the direction of our attention. I also admire modern life coaches Tony Robbins
  and Michael Serva; and the psychology educators who translate research into everyday
  language … because if an idea cannot be used, it’s not really helping.

• How do you personally relax; what methods work for you?

  For me, relaxation works best when it’s physical and simple: a walk, light stretching, and
  a clean “digital cut-off” at night. I also use journaling when my mind is overloaded … just
  5 minutes to empty the mental inbox. Sometimes I do quiet breathing or a short reflective
  prayer/meditation, depending on the day. And yes, occasionally I relax the old-fashioned
  way: tea, silence, and doing nothing on purpose.

• Tell us about a memorable lesson

  One memorable lesson was with a student who said, “My mind is my enemy.” We didn’t
  fight the mind … we trained it, gently, like you train a restless child: with routines,
  reassurance, and clear boundaries. After a few weeks, they told me, “The problem didn’t
  disappear, but I stopped shaking inside.” That stayed with me because it’s the truth of
  well-being: life won’t become perfect, but you can become steadier … strong in a calm
  way.