Billie Jean King who had aced Tennis by winning 39 Grand Slam titles had remarked, "I think Self-awareness is probably the most important thing towards being a Champion."

Dr.Tasha Eurich, an Organisational Psychologist, considers Self-awareness to be the meta- skill of the 21st Century.

Self -awareness goes back in history to the ancient Greeks, who carved on the temple of Apollo in Delphi, the words 'Know Thyself'.

This call to introspection and self-reflection, rings true even today, if you want to be more successful, have better relationships and win more respect and be better leaders.

So on this World Mental Health Day, I am starting on this new series, to equip you with the tools and strategies to steer your ship of life through the storms that beset us in both our personal and professional lives and anchor in the harbour of success.

A high school teacher for 40 years, today at 73, I am a certified Mindset and Emotional Empowerment Coach, Author, Podcaster, Rotarian and Toastmaster. My mission is to create emotionally well balanced women and youth, who know how to express themselves with confidence and can chase their dreams and aspirations with strength and conviction.