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Episode #12 of the Diving for Pearls podcast has officially launched!!! In this episode, I sit down with New York University Abu Dhabi student, Tatyana Brown, to discuss how operating from a philosophy of abundance and embracing a love ethic could bring about much-needed change in our relationships and in our communities. A social research & public policy major and a recent recipient of the Harry S. Truman scholarship (a scholarship awarded to undergraduates based on their records of leadership, public service, and academic achievement), Tatyana has focused her research on systemic injustices faced by Black women and gender-marginalized people. Heavily influenced by some of the guiding ideologies of Black Feminists such as bell hooks, June Jordan and Alice Walker, Tatyana firmly believes that when concern for the collective good is rooted in love and when we extend ourselves for the purpose of nurturing others, we are learning how to live in solidarity and begin the process of healing ourselves, our relationships and our communities.

Raised in San Antonio, Texas in a household where “extended family” included everyone from the “cafeteria women” to the older women at church to her grandparents and great grandparents, Tatyana was tuned into the importance of a supportive, loving community at an early age. Not only did these “elders” assist in the passing on of cultural teachings and traditions, but encouraged a sense of belonging and were a key source of emotional and moral support for Tatyana during her formative years. Tatyana credits all the women who appreciated and nurtured her with showing her how loving communities could serve as tool for social transformation. She posits that when we learn to operate as brothers and sisters by working with each other, showing care, love, respect for ourselves and others then it is possible to experience the joy of community. 

It was this quest to explore the true meaning of community that led Tatyana to developing AZIZA (which means “beloved” in Arabic), a student led organization in Abu Dhabi that focuses on self-care and healing as change agents. Understanding the critical need to focus on self-care to be of service to others, Tatyana co-founded AZIZA in 2019  with fellow NYU undergrad, Waad Abrahim, with the intention of creating safe spaces for Black women and gender marginalized individuals to share their collective experiences. As she embarks on her senior year at NYU AD, Tatyana remains deeply committed to bringing people into meaningful conversations about creating greater equity, inclusion and social justice and plans to continue collecting ideas and stories on how communities can foster relationships from a place of love.

Thank you. 

@aziza.beloved

@bonhamacademy

@nyuniversity

@#newyorkuniversityabudhabi

@bellhooks_

@bellhooksbooks

@theblackfeministproject

@junejordanarchive

@dubaiexpo2021

@buzzsprout

References and Websites:

AZIZA Community-https://www.instagram.com/aziza.beloved/

Tatyana’s NYU Abu Dhabi Story- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xd8DtTCERGI

James Bonham Academy (San Antonio, Texas)- https://schools.saisd.net/page/107.homepage

All About Love: New Visions by bell hooks

Freedom is a Constant Struggle: Ferguson, Palestine, and the Foundations of a Movement by Angela Davis

Finna by Nate Marshall

Alice Walker-https://alicewalkersgarden.com/

In this episode, Dubai-based creative, entrepreneur, host, entertainer and motivational author of self-help workbook, ‘I Am What I Say I Am’, Kai Charles, discusses how identifying your gifts, leaning into and leveraging your strengths, can help you find new ways to unleash your maximum personal potential and use it for the good of others. A self-love guru who firmly believes in loving oneself without conditions, Kai shows us how operating from a place of love helps us tap into our strengths, take ownership of our lives and see things from a grander perspective.

 
A creative who came to Dubai with “two bags and a hope”, Kai is a prime example of someone who has found powerful answers to “What is my gift?” and utilized that gift to inspire and empower others. Kai realized that when she aligned herself with her true nature, a super-connector with the gift of the gab, she was able to build on her career and position herself for success. She utilized her innate skills and talents to co-found and launch several organizations and platforms in the UAE, namely Black Girl in Dubai, Bite Club Dubai, Mind Over Matter Talks Podcast and the Black Economic Collective. 

As someone who has achieved tremendous success in a relatively short period, Kai reminds us that achieving goals and reaching milestones should not be the prerequisite for loving oneself. She advocates that we cultivate and protect self-love, not simply by indulging in luxurious self-care treatments, but by sometimes learning to say “no”, taking control of the dialogue in our heads, and protecting ourselves from the opinions, expectations and priorities of other people. Kai ultimately shows us how building a practice of self-love helps us get in touch with ourselves, push through our limiting beliefs, and affirm that we are already enough. 

Please subscribe to the Diving for Pearls podcast on Apple, Spotify, Patreon, iHeart and wherever you listen to podcasts and please rate and review. Thank you in advance for your support. Please connect with Kai on Instagram @iamsimplykai, @blackgirlindubai and @#mindovermattertalks,  on Twitter @iamsimplykai and on Facebook @Kai. Please also connect with Kai at www.iamsimplykai.com, www.blackgirlindubai.com and www.blackeconomiccollective.com

Thank you. 

@iamsimplykai

@blackgirlindubai

@blackeconomiccollective

@#mindovermattertalks

@yogabydionne

@therealkiyosaki

@rhondabyrne_thesecret

@dubaiexpo2021

@buzzsprout

References and Websites:

Kai Charles-www.iamsimplykai.com

Black Girl in Dubai- http://blackgirlindubai.com/

The Black Economic Collective- https://www.blackeconomiccollective.com/

Bite Club Dubai- http://biteclubdubai.com/

Mind Over Matter Talks Podcast @Spotify and @Apple Podcasts

I Am What I Say I Am: A simple guide to overcome self-doubt, reveal & affirm your true potential (and live your best life!) by Kai Charles

The Secret by Rhonda Byrne

Rich Dad Poor Dad by Robert Kiyosaki

(“Beautiful Spheres” by Aleksandra Krstic is the theme song for the DFP podcast. Please follow Aleksandra Krstic on Instagram at AleksandraKrstic_official and on FB at Aleksandra Krstic).

In this episode, UAE-based Educator, Leadership Development Specialist, Coach, Visionary and Founder of R.A.C. E (Raising the Awareness of Coaching in Education), Beatrix Henkel talks about how approaching life with curiosity and without assumption, as if we have everything to understand and learn, will help us lead a more fulfilling, joyful and impactful life. Additionally, Beatrix shares how coaching can become an effective tool for harnessing and supporting personal and professional learning and development. On a global mission to transform our educational system, one educator at a time, Beatrix reminds us that change begins by delving deep within.

Fully believing that curiosity is the key to personal growth and that life is a joyful and gratifying experience, Beatrix advocates that we take the time right now to learn as much as we possibly can about ourselves and others. She suggests that make it a daily habit of working on ourselves so we can bring less judgement and more curiosity into our lives. She encourages us to find the leader within, bring more empathy and understanding into our conversations, stay curious by asking questions, and focus on deepening our “being”, rather than “doing”. Beatrix believes that cultivating a sense of “being” will help us reside in the present moment with an open heart and help us bring awareness to every possible moment. Fully embracing 2020 as a real blessing, Beatrix firmly believes that 2021 can be the year of unconditional love and a year of inspiring and empowering others. 

Please subscribe to the Diving for Pearls podcast on Apple, Spotify, Patreon, iHeart and wherever you listen to podcasts and please rate and review. Thank you in advance for your support. Please connect with Beatrix Henkel on LinkedIn @ Dr Beatrix Henkel, on Facebook @Beatrix Henkel and at www.beatrixhenkel.com. Please support R.A.C.E (Raising the Awareness of Coaching in Education) by going to www.coaching4education.com

Thank you. 

@coachingforeducation

@coactiveleaders

@jamesclear

@stevenkotler

@dubaiexpo2021

@buzzsprout

References and Websites:

R.A.C.E (Raise Awareness of Coaching in Education)- www.coaching4education.com

Beatrix Henkel-www.beatrixhenkel.com

Design Thinking-www.interaction-design.org

Co-Active Teaching Model-www.coactive.com

The Art of Impossible- by Steven Kotler

Atomic Habits- by James Clear

(“Beautiful Spheres” by Aleksandra Krstic is the theme song for the DFP podcast. Please follow Aleksandra Krstic on Instagram at AleksandraKrstic_official and on FB at Aleksandra Krstic).

In this episode, UAE-based businesswoman, entrepreneur, and Founder of Thowby (“your original abaya”), Houda Abdulrahman, discusses how we can cultivate calm and positivity amid the uncertainty. On a mission to become of the leading companies producing cultural abayas in the world, Houda reveals how relying on faith and family has enabled her to deal with the challenges of running and growing a business and navigating life.  

As someone who has always trusted that everything happens for a good reason,  Houda sees challenges as opportunities, opportunities to grow, learn and improve. While Houda acknowledges that challenges are inevitable, she believes that we all can develop the personal and interpersonal skills to embrace and welcome challenges in our lives. She cautions us not to be engulfed in a spiral of negativity, but rather take the time to listen more, trust in God and be thankful. Houda firmly believes that when we make the choice to be open to positivity, master the delicate balance of working hard and being kind to others, amazing things will happen. Thus, enabling us to have a compelling vision of the future. 

Please support Houda Abdulrahman by going to www.thowby.com and please subscribe to the Diving for Pearls podcast on Apple, Spotify, Patreon, iHeart and wherever you listen to podcasts and please rate and review. Thank you in advance for your support. 

Please connect with Houda Abdulrahman on Instagram @houda_a_rahman and @thowby, on Facebook @ Houda Abdulrahman, on Linked In @ Houda Abdulrahman. Additionally, please support Thowby by going to www.thowby.com

Thank you. 

@houda_a_rahman

@thowby

@nakheelmallpalm

@dubaiexpo2021

@buzzsprout

References and Websites:

Thowby, www.thowby.com

Nakheel Mall, www.nakheelmall.ae
(“Beautiful Spheres” by Aleksandra Krstic is the theme song for the DFP podcast. Please follow Aleksandra Krstic on Instagram at AleksandraKrstic_official and on FB at Aleksandra Krstic).

In this episode, UAE-based educator, businesswoman, entrepreneur, and Founder of Out and About Magazine (the region’s first audio visual magazine), Marsha Fry, discusses how pushing boundaries, putting in the work and possessing an iron resolve to stay the course, has provided her to seize opportunities when they arise and move closer to her goals. 

Attributing her mother and other strong women in her family with teaching her the values of hard work, determination and perseverance, Marsha shares how being committed to the hustle mentality and an unrelenting pursuit of one’s goals will enable you to attain the success you seek.

Marsha firmly believes that when pivot your mindset, lean into challenges, and seek out opportunities to learn and grow, you’ll set yourself up to succeed beyond your wildest dreams. 

No stranger to hard work herself, Marsha has proven that she’s willing to show up every day, put in the hours and go the distance in any undertaking. A true go-getter, Marsha is on a mission to “take over the world” and become a millionaire by the end of 2021. Please support Marsha’s millionaire challenge by going to Paypal.me/MarshaFry and please subscribe to the Diving for Pearls podcast on Apple, Spotify, Patreon, iHeart and wherever you listen to podcasts and please rate and review. Thank you in advance for your support. 

Please connect with Marsha Fry on Instagram @themarshafry and on Linked In @MarshaFry. Additionally, please support Out and About Style magazine by going to www.outandaboutmag.com and Yard Style by going to www.yardstyleme.com

Thank you. 

@themarshafry

@outandaboutmagofficial

@yardstyleme

@hub71ad

@dubaiexpo2021

@buzzsprout

References and Websites:

Out and About Style Magazine, www.outandaboutmag.com

Yard Style, www.yardstyleme.com

Hub 71, www.hub71.com

Donna Benton, www.thebentongroup.com

James Altucher, www.jamesaltucher.com

(“Beautiful Spheres” by Aleksandra Krstic is the theme song for the DFP podcast. Please follow Aleksandra Krstic on Instagram at AleksandraKrstic_official and on FB at Aleksandra Krstic).

In this episode Dubai-based model and “grey ambassador”, Caroline Labouchere, is on a mission to debunk the myth that individuals in their 50’s and beyond, are “old”. She wants individuals to pay closer attention to the language they use to label others and engage in meaningful discourse to understand each other. An advocate of ageless living, she remains curious about learning and life and hopes to shine a positive light on “the middle years”.  

As someone who has suffered from depression for the last fifteen years, Caroline advocates that women are proactive about their health and get to know their bodies.  She encourages young women in particular, to engage in open, candid conversations with their mothers about menopause and aging. 

This discussion is honest and frank, but Caroline hopes that it will inspire everyone to be the best version of themselves, embrace what is around the corner, and to get excited about life and its myriad of possibilities. 

To connect with Caroline Labouchere, please go to www.carolinelabouchere.com.

(“Beautiful Spheres” by Aleksandra Krstic is the theme song for the DFP podcast. Please follow Aleksandra Krstic on Instagram at AleksandraKrstic_official and on FB at Aleksandra Krstic).