bahrainthismonth.com | MAY 2026 CONTENTS 9 MAY 2 26 NTS OPINION Why Maintenance Matters Real Estate and Property Management are at the core of Bill Grieve’s experience. Road to Recovery Dr. Jarmo Kotilaine is a seasoned development economist with 30 years’ experience across academia, consultancy, banking and government. Mindful Money Matters Business consultant Pria Masson writes about money, mindset and the habits that shape financial well-being. 70 FASHION Making Peace With Your Unlived Life Rachel Radford’s column in Woman This Month dives into pivotal issues impacting women, reflecting her unique perspective and experiences. Finding Common Ground Ouiam El Hassani reflects on how families in Bahrain can support children through uncertainty, balancing emotional reassurance, routine and compassion in unsettling times. A Gentle Summer Restart Consultant, Lifestyle Nutritionist and Meal Planner, Dr. Tejender Kaur Sarna, more popularly known as Dr. Tejji, encourages women to prioritise sustainable habits that support physical health, emotional wellbeing and long-term vitality Preventing Alzheimer’s Disease Board-Certified Behaviour Analyst Fifi Kiwan discusses how Bahraini parents can talk to kids, keep routines and manage schooling during uncertain times. 93 OPINION From statement dressing to sharpened essentials, May 2026 signals a shift towards expression, where dressing becomes less about adhering to a singular aesthetic and more about defining one’s own. 115 A Platform of Her Own From building an audience online to moving into acting, Fouz Alsharqawi has shaped a career across platforms while staying consistent in how she presents herself. A Voice That Carries From becoming one of Bahrain’s youngest journalists at 16 to building a career in voice work, live events and media training, Sawsan Fraidoon has made communication her life’s work. 88 INTERVIEW
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