Helda Mahmoud Amro

Hilda Mahmoud Amro, a Palestinian born in Kuwait, witnessed the impact of war like many children in the Middle East. It was during this time that she realized adults do not always make the right decisions, and thus began her journey with anger and rejection. This child, carrying her negative emotions, went through various experiences and made decisions independently, without seeking help. Thanks to her sense of rejection, she found it easy to say no and change her decisions, constantly opening new doors for herself. Yes, sometimes negativity is useful and needed – imagine that!

She earned a bachelor’s degree in computer science and worked in the field. Later, she decided to change her career to psychology and education, obtaining a Montessori diploma and a diploma in sociology from the University of Amsterdam, as well as a master’s degree in play therapy from Leeds Beckett University. Hilda worked in early childhood education for thirteen years and wrote stories and reflections to help children accept and express their emotions in a society that often views emotions as a weakness.