Ending Mental Health Stigma Ft Poonam (Virtue Mental)

In today’s episode, Ayesha (@ayeshacoaching), a somatic mindset coach, joins the podcast to explain the science and practice behind various coaching and therapy styles such as Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP). We uncover the power of our unconscious minds and the impacts it has on limiting beliefs, neuro pathways and individual perspectives. Ayesha’s goal is to empower everyone, especially those within the queer and South Asian community, to be themselves fearlessly. Ayesha is a cycle breaker whose work heavily concentrates on eradicating limiting beliefs, brown girl guilt and abandoning your authentic self.

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In today’s episode, the extremely talented, multifaceted, content-creating queen Alisha (@alishabhojwani_) joins the podcast to dig deep into her self-love journey that was ignited after redirecting her career and ending a ten-year relationship. Today’s episode is a proper girly pop chit chat about confidence, self-love, dating culture, friendships, redirection and solo travelling (and so much more tbh)! Get ready for some insightful, entertaining and chaotic dialogues.

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The rise of “cycle breakers” has taken social media by the horns, but what does being a cycle breaker actually mean and how does it relate to generational trauma? How does being a cycle breaker help overcome numerous health issues and general concerns for yourself and future generations? Tune in to find out, because in this episode Andrea uses her experience growing up with parents, who are cycle breakers, to highlight the importance of taking a stand and breaking negative patterns. It all starts with you!

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Brown Bad and Bothered is Back!! In today’s episode, Andrea gives us some insight into her 2023, where she took a break from podcasting. Today’s chat includes conversations surrounding burnouts, breakups, identity crises, depression, hyper independence and learning to slow down.

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Mrinal Gokhale, author of Saaya Unveiled: South Asian Mental Health Spotlight, is an Indian-American writer and advocate from Milwaukee. Mrinal has done a lot of work within various minor communities, hoping to expand mental health awareness and destigmatize the issue. Today's chat, inspired by topics covered in her first book, explores the impacts critical parenting, academic pressure, model minority myth, religion, and gender roles have on mental health and its healing journey. We also discuss culturally competent therapists, neurodiversity, and men’s mental health through the South Asian lens. Mrinal is currently wrapping up on her second book, an extension of the real-life mental health stories of Saaya Unveiled. Grab your chai and ENJOY!

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Gurpreet, the ultimate bestie-estie-estie, joins this episode to help ME answer YOUR questions. That’s right, we dive into all the friendship, mental health, dating, and parenting questions you threw at us. The best part? You also get to hear our favorite friendship stories of each other. We even do a bit of (crappy) karaoke. Get your cup of chai, settle down for some serious older didi advice and chaotic cackling. 

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Diya, @kajaldiaries, drops some serious advice & knowledge regarding financial literacy, confidence and planning! Not only does Diya address concerning trends, like educated women from challenging industries still putting financial planning aside or onto their men, but the impacts that these mindsets have on women and future generations. From culture shunning women from money talk to building financial wealth as homemaker, this conversation offers lessons for any women, at any age. It’s time we have an honest chat about the F word: FINANCES.

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Money and Mimosas: https://financialelevationllc.com/money-mimosas/

Savvy Ladies: https://www.savvyladies.org/

Boss Betis: https://www.instagram.com/bossbetis/

Finasana: https://www.instagram.com/finasana/

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Sania Khan, talented South Asian photographer and dear friend, was killed by ex-husband, Raheel Ahmed. Sania was an integral member of the South Asian space and was an advocate for creative careers and finding happiness and beauty in life. Sania publicly opened up about the hardships she faced while filing for divorce and leaving an abusive relationship. She reminded women that they aren’t alone and that our society needs to do a much better job in supporting women and their right to safety. Today’s episode will celebrate Sania, including memories submitted by loved ones, but also address divorce stigma. lack of support, femicide and how we enable men.

**IMPORTANT** - I, unfortunately, forgot to mention Sania’s Memorial Scholarship Fund in the episode, DONATE here at

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The Sania Khan Memorial Scholarship will be awarded to a female graduate of Chattanooga School for Arts & Sciences (CSAS), with a minimum high-school GPA of 3.5, and a desire to further her education in fine arts through the UT system.

Readings on Femicide & Gender Violence:

https://www.peacefuldumpling.com/why-i-speak-up-about-femicide-rape-misogyny-in-india

https://asiafoundation.org/2018/03/14/four-things-know-gender-based-violence-asia/

https://article-14.com/post/the-silent-pandemic-of-violence-against-india-s-women--60e27646b30ae

RESOURCES/CONTACT DETAILS:

USA National Domestic Violence Hotline at 800-799-7233 or by texting 'START' to 88788."

AUSTRALIA Call 1800 737 732 or reach out via the online chat on this website.

INDIA Women in Distress Call 1091, Women Helpline Domestic Abuse call 181

PAKISTAN National Helpline Call 1099 or download app “Helpline 1099”

CANADA 24-hour Crisis Line: 773.278.4566

UK National Domestic Violence Helpline is available on 0808 2000247 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

www.nationaldomesticviolencehelpline.org.uk

Natasha, Relationship & Divorce Coach, doesn’t hold back in this episode. Despite having some of the best, heart-wrenching, blood pumping, and truly wholesome romantic movies  - many South Asians are lost when it comes to off-screen healthy relationships. Tune into this episode to learn about how societal norms and culture impacts our ability to find and maintain healthy long-term love. Natasha (@natashacoaches) also shares the reality about divorce, its stigma, and finding faith in one’s post-divorce era. But it’s not all sad stuff, we talk about the power of reconnecting, elevating intimacy, and finding your own happiness. We giggle and gasp over our shared irritation for dangerous dating trends and gender double standards over sexual needs. Whether you are single or taken, this is a thoroughly inspiring and genuinely informative chat. Now grab your chai and tune in!

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Nancy Diaz, a trauma-informed specialist who is inspired by her own personal experiences, works closely with WOC and daughters of immigrants. In this episode, we dive deep into WOC trauma trends, realizing the very similar experiences WOC across all cultures and societies share. Nancy clears my doubts and questions over intricate theories and issues such as generational, childhood, and historical trauma. We explore what trauma means, due to the long-lasting impacts of historical events, for the Native American, African American & Aboriginal communities. Basically, I learned ALOT. From micro-aggressions, finding the right therapist, soul care to brain spotting, this convo is information-rich so make sure to clean up your ears!

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