We're living in an era of bite-sized information and big opinions. And most of us have no idea how little we're actually working with.

In this solo episode, Kirti shares something she's been sitting with - the cost of reacting before we understand.

Travelling between Dubai, Europe and the Caribbean, she's been in the middle of conversations where assumptions have replaced research, and quick takes have replaced real understanding.

This one is about what it means to tame confusion.

She talks about what happens when a community built on many cultures teaches you to listen first. Why directness matters. Why incomplete information is one of the quietest forms of harm we do to each other. And why she herself is stepping back from technology — not as a strategy, but as a necessity.

Plus — a preview of what's coming with Lillian on leadership, change, and what it means to stay human when everything around you is disrupting faster than you can process. especially times like in geopolitcal tension in the Gulf region.

Plus, get an exclusive introduction to the new Pause Phrases practice, a powerful tool for transforming inner conflict (like anger and guilt) into respectful, loving interactions.

Kirti sits down with Roshanak,an international lawyer with a vibrant multicultural story to talk about the real power of humanity, humor, and humility in negotiations and everyday life.

From growing up between Iran and Italy, to building trust in Dubai’s diverse business scene, Roshanak shares how her family’s values shaped her approach to fear, belonging, and professional success.

Expect real talk on how laughter helps break down barriers, why dropping your ego matters in high-pressure deals, and what it actually means to show up as yourself in a global world. Warm, candid, and practical.

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Roshanak has lived a life shaped by movement, strong influences and high expectations, learning early on how to navigate different environments with curiosity and independence. Her experiences across countries and cultures have given her a wide lens on people, relationships and what really matters.Alongside a demanding professional life, she has always been drawn to art, culture and creative expression — interests that keep her grounded and offer a different way of understanding the world. These influences sit just as comfortably with her love for structure and problem-solving as they do with imagination and humour.She is married to Francesco, whose Italian dolce vita approach brings warmth and lightness into everyday life. Today, she balances intensity with perspective, ambition with enjoyment, and seriousness with an ability to laugh — at life, and often at herself.

https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-roshanak-bassiri-gharb-46471a15

When panic and uncertainty rise,especially during regional conflict ( Dubai, UAE) or family pressure, most people default to anxiety, guilt, and hyper-alert routines.

Kirti found relief by using a “pause phrase”: “Lighten those damn fears.” Instead of masking fear with forced positivity, she leaned into humor, clear requests with family, and practical mindfulness.

This shifted her mindset from reacting to navigating. Real composure comes from loosening the grip, accepting care, and working through the moment. Simple pauses and a sense of humor offer steadier ground.