# 11 Confidence Is Not What You Think It Is The Sara Shabana Show podcast

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Welcome to a mind-blowing conversation with a global leader, author, thinker, and former Chief Business Officer at Google X - Mo Gawdat. He is the founder of 1 billion happy, and a bestselling author of two remarkable books, Solve for Happy , and Scary Smart A truly extraordinary mind. Just a few minutes with him, and you’ll feel the depth of reflection he carries effortlessly moving from philosophy to cultural wisdom to deep tech insight. In this episode, we didn’t talk about AI taking over the world. We explored something far more meaningful: What is intelligence, really? What is consciousness? What makes us " us" as humans? Together, we opened up a space to reflect on the essence of being—what truly differentiates us from machines, the quiet beauty of emotion and awareness, and the deeper question: Why are we here in the first place? It’s one of those episodes that might leave you quieter… more thoughtful… and a little more connected to the most precious parts of you—the parts that make you human. In this Episode from the Sara Shabana Show we discussed: What is consciousness, and can we ever fully understand it? What truly makes us human beyond biology and logic? What emotions really are, and are they exclusive to humans? How the industrial revolution distorted our perception to life. How we tend to dismiss the non-physical side of who we are. And don’t forget to connect with me and say “Hi” on Instagram (@SaraShabana.me) , I always love to hear from you.…

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#43 Fasting: A Forgotten Supertool 11:51

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In this episode from The Sara Shabana Show , I take you on a journey into the deeper meaning of fasting—not as a religious obligation, not as a trendy diet, but as a forgotten superpower for mastering ourselves. Inspired by Ramadan and other fasting traditions around the world, I explore how fasting has always been more than just abstaining from food. Key Takeaways: Why fasting is not about deprivation but empowerment. What delayed gratification teaches us about success and resilience. How fasting strengthens willpower and emotional discipline. How to use fasting as a tool for deeper self-awareness and connection. Don’t forget to say “Hi” on Instagram ( @SaraShabana.me ), I always love to hear from you.…

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#42 Hattem Mattar - Radical Resilience With World’s 1st Arab Pitmaster 21:59

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Hattem Mattar is my guest for today for this Episode from “The Sara Shabana Show” . Hatem is the world’s first Arab Pitmaster, a culinary pioneer, and a storyteller who works his magic not just through smoke and fire, but through every connection he makes. If you are around him, you will instantly feel his strength and his warmth, his resilience and his hospitality. He’s on a mission to show the world our Arab culture, our traditions, and, at its core, our unparalleled hospitality. From feeding thousands at community gatherings to representing Arab cuisine on the global stage, and he does it all with a warm heart and a passion for sharing. In this episode, we spoke about how is it like to b an entrepreneur in the F&B industry. How can you hold onto your passion while working a full-time job? When is the right time to take the leap? And what mindset can help you through this. In this episode we discussed: How to start small and let your current hustle fund your side hustle Why contentment is a powerful self-development tool Insights into the F&B industry and what it takes to succeed How resilience shapes your journey and keeps you going. Connect with Hattem: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hattemmattar/ And don’t forget to connect with me and say “Hi” on Instagram (@SaraShabana.me) , I always love to hear from you.…

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#41 Bravery, Growth, and the Art of Showing Up 17:00

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In this episode from The Sara Shabana Show, I take you on a journey into my subconscious, sparked by a vision board workshop that led me to reflect deeply on the meaning of bravery. Through a simple yet powerful drawing exercise, I learned so much on how I percieve bravery, and how we all are brave ta heart! Key Takeaways: Why bravery comes from the heart, not the mind. What true bravery really means. How bravery is key to our growth. How everyday bravery looks like. Don’t forget to say “Hi” on Instagram ( @SaraShabana.me ), I always love to hear from you.…

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#40 David Manning – Uncovering Trauma and Emotional Roots of Illness 42:25

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In this episode from “The Sara Shabana Show” , I’m joined by David Manning , an expert in emotional anatomy. David’s work bridges the gap between our emotional and physical worlds, revealing how unresolved emotions can manifest as chronic pain and illness. Through his techniques, David teaches how to read your body like a book , decode the language of your organs, and release the emotions that silently shape your well-being. Whether it’s through a cry, a laugh, a shake, or even a scream. In this conversation, we explored: The emotional roots of chronic diseases How sadness and anger are two sides of the same coin The emotional meaning behind each organ Feminine and masculine identities and how they physically manifest The emotional drivers of addiction Connect with David on Instagram ( @emotionalreleases ) And don’t forget to connect with me and say “Hi” on Instagram (@SaraShabana.me) , I always love to hear from you.…

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#39 Rashi Chowdhary – Busting the Conventional Medicine and Nutrition Principles 39:40

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Rashi Chowdhary is my guest for today; an unconventional nutritionist who early on realized that we are doing it wrong! In this episode, she busts myths about conventional medicine and conventional nutrition system, and reveals how nutrition can transform chronic conditions, and shares eye-opening insights into women’s health issues that are typically ignored like female hormonal imbalances and thyroid problems. And that’s not all, we also discussed the self discovery as she has a very interesting story herself, and how solo trips helped her in her self development journey. In this episode from The Sara Shabana Show, we discussed: The common medical beliefs and misconceptions in traditional medicine and how they fail in guiding our health and wellbeing. Chronic illnesses and how nutrition plays a crucial role in managing and improving these conditions. Women’s health including hormonal imbalances and common issues like endometriosis, and thyroid conditions. Solo trips and self-discovery and how it contribute to personal growth. Connect with Rashi: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rashichowdhary/ And don’t forget to connect with me and say “Hi” on Instagram (@SaraShabana.me) , I always love to hear from you.…

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#38 The Invisible Ceiling We Set for Ourselves 13:30

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Welcome to a new episode from the show! Below are the key highlights from this special episode: · Explore the mysterious "inner thermostat" that silently governs our capacity for love, success, and happiness. · Uncover the early life programming that sets our subconscious expectations and how it shapes our adult lives. · Know how we can reset our limits to expand what’s possible for us. Resources: https://drjoedispenza.com/ Don’t forget to say “Hi” on Instagram ( @SaraShabana.me ), I always love to hear from you.…

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#37 Ali Abdaal -Productivity, Passion, and How to Do More of What Matters to You 13:50

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This episode is anther special one, because just like the previous episode, it’s in collaboration with a brand thats very close to my heart which is Sharjah Entrepreneurship Festival (SEF), a remarkable event that gathers world class speakers, host brilliant workshops, and brings together a well curated performers to spend a weekend full of growth and entertainment in the heart of Sharjah. Now for this interview, it’s short but mighty, and for sure an eye opener. My guest is someone you most probably heard about before, and most likely came across one of his videos on social media. He has an inspiring story of shifting his career from a medical doctor to a global content creator. I personally get intrigued with his deep questions, it makes you pause and think of the bigger picture and why you do what you. Not to say he has very interesting approach to productivity, which we will be talking about today. In this episode we discussed: The big questions every one should be asking themselves. Career shifting and the journey of content creation. A unique approach to productivity and maximizing one’s output. Favorite books that impacted him the most. Check Ali Abdaal Youtube Channel . Don’t forget to say “Hi” on Instagram ( @SaraShabana.me ), I always love to hear from you.…

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#36 Silfath Pinto - Energy Healing, Body Work and How to Manifest your Desires 32:03

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This special episode from "The Sara Shabana Show" was recorded at the heart of the Sharjah entrepreneurship festival “SEF” The 2022 event was truly remarkable, from the selection of speakers, the nuggets of knowledge dropped at every corner, the great people you don’t only get a chance to network with but also share a meal and go deeper into your conversation. This not to mention the epic performances from global and local talents. So if you are looking for a place to develop yourself, network with the best and have fun in the process, then make sure you lock your calendar for the next SEF. My guest for today "Sifath Pinto" is an energy alchemist who rocked the wellness stage during SEF. She is trained in various transformative modalities, including Dance Therapy, Yoga, Shamanic Journeys, as well as Theta and Reiki healing. If you are into healing, personal transformation and creating a real change in your life, then this episode is for you. Key highlights from our conversation - The real reasons why we behave the way we behave. - How what we call body is way beyond just the “physical”. - The essential daily practices for our emotional health. - How to manifest our desires in simple steps. Don’t forget to say “Hi” on Instagram ( @SaraShabana.me ), I always love to hear from you.…

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#35 Rami Rasamny - Resilience, Adventure, and World's Best Treks 1:00:58

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In this episode of "The Sara Shabana Show," I am delighted to welcome Ramy Rasamny as my guest. Ramy, the founder of Life Happens Outdoors, is a passionate advocate for personal empowerment through outdoor experiences. With over 15 trips to Kilimanjaro, 8 journeys to Mont Blanc, and numerous company-led expeditions across the Himalayas, South America, and beyond under his belt, Ramy has an extensive background in adventure. Notably, he underwent a transformative change in his eating habits, which drastically altered the course of his life. It's worth mentioning that he was once a law student, and his eating habits weren't the only thing he left behind. Key highlights from our conversation: • How to navigating change and embrace the uncertainty that comes with it. • How exploring the outdoors can uncover hidden aspects of yourself. • What life lessons one could learn from the mountains. • A rundown of the top global treks and what’s special about them. Don’t forget to say “Hi” on Instagram (@SaraShabana.me), I always love to hear from you.…

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#34 Embracing the Unknown 12:21

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Welcome to the first episode from “The Sara Shabana Show” in 2023 Below are the key highlights from the episode: · Why our judgments of what is good and bad can be limited and biased? · How our desire for control limits our possibilities in life. · Why surrendering is not the same as giving up. · How can we invite the magic of serendipities into our life? Don’t forget to say “Hi” on Instagram (@SaraShabana.me), I always love to hear from you.…

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#33 Dina El Mofty - Passion, Resilience and the Dedication to Personal Growth 47:26

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Welcome to a very special episode. As you know today is the mental health day and I wanted this episode to carry insights and inspiration to support you in your journey. So I bringing you today a very special guest, someone who truly embody resilience and a killer mindset while balancing it with passion and intuition. My guest for today is a community builder, a thought leader and an angel investor who supports entrepreneurs to grow and scale their businesses. Nominated as one of the world’s most influential young Arabs under 40, recipient of the Young Achiever Award and the Top 50 Women in Business award in Egypt. She is the founder of INJAZ Egypt and Co- Founder of Soulfull Festival- Egypt’s largest celebration of health and wellness. And She is a main judge on Egypt’s Shark Tank the popular Tv show. Her work has impacted close to a million young people. And her organization’s Startup incubator has helped launch and accelerate close to a hundred successful startup and hosts annual exchanges for them in Silicon Valley. She shares with me the same love and passion to wellness and personal growth, and we spoke so much about this today. She is resilient at heart, not just in business but in life. She is an endurance athlete completing Salzburg marathon, Ironman 70.3, and has summited Kilimanjaro the highest peak in Africa. In this episode from The Sara Shabana Show, we discussed: The value of following your passion and intuition. Why personal development is the key to unlocking new realities for you. The latest data and research on quantum physicals and mental health. The steps one can follow to build a resilient mind and a healthy coherent heart. Favorite personal development books that impacted her life. Connect with Dina: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dinaelmofty/?hl=en Launch Your Business Bootcamp (Free Program): https://www.dinaelmofty.com/launch-your-business-bootcamp Mentorship Program: https://www.dinaelmofty.com/mentor-me-mentorship-program And don’t forget to connect with me and say “Hi” on Instagram (@SaraShabana.me) , I always love to hear from you.…

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#32 The Untold Secrets About the Power of Your Heart 19:53

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In this episode of the podcast “The Sara Shabana Show” I discussed the heart intelligence. The untold secrets about the power of your heart. Below are the key highlights from the episode: What is the heart intelligence. What science tell us about the law of attraction. A personal story about handling forgiveness. Why Steve Jobs believed intuition is more important than intelligence. What can we do to activate our heart super powers. Love and forgiveness meditations: · Hawaiian Hooponopono Healing Practice · Jack Kornfield forgiveness meditation Research: · Heart Math - Deeper view of intuition · Heart Math - Tools and techniques to be healthy and happy And don’t forget to say “Hi” on Instagram ( @SaraShabana.me ), I always love to hear from you.…

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#31 Dr. Naif Al-Mutawa – Sleeping Difficulty, Hypnosis, and What Makes an Entrepreneur 45:04

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My guest for today is an award-winning serial entrepreneur, clinical psychologist, and hypnotherapist. He is a legend in his field! He is an Assistant Professor and an academic staff member of Kuwait University’s Faculty of Medicine, where he has taught clinical psychology and cognitive behavioral therapy since 2005. This besides many many many other degrees, the latest of which is his not 2nd but 3rd doctorate in Clinical Sexology. As a serial entrepreneur, Dr. Naif Al-Mutawa is the creator of THE 99, the first group of comic superheroes born of an Islamic archetype. THE 99 has received a remarkable positive global attention. Forbes named THE 99 as one of the Top 20 Trends Sweeping the Globe, and President Barack Obama himself praised Dr. Naif and THE 99 as perhaps the most innovative out of the thousands of entrepreneurs reviewed by his Presidential Summit on Entrepreneurship. Beside the global attention to his achievements, he is also on the investment committee of Kuwait’s National Fund for Small and Medium Sized Businesses, a fund of $7 billion dollars aiming develop entrepreneurship in Kuwait. Last but not least, he is now the co-founder of the Tuhoon app . Which is a self-help ecosystem to scale mental wellbeing in a culturally relevant context aiming at making the Arab world a happier and healthier place. In this episode from The Sara Shabana Show, we discussed: The reasons behind the prevalence of sleeping difficulties and the possible solutions. Hypnosis; the stigma behind it and its effectiveness in habit shifting. Entrepreneurship, is it an inborn talent or is it a skill you develop? The cultural challenges with individuality and how to tackle them. How Dr Naif built his personal brand online and how this helped in amplifying his impact. Favorite quotes and books that impacted his life. Connect with Dr. Naif: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drnaif/?hl=en Tuhoon App: https://tuhoon.com/ And don’t forget to connect with me and say “Hi” on Instagram (@SaraShabana.me) , I always love to hear from you.…

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#30 - Success (Re)Defined By Great Minds 22:45

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Today’s episode from “The Sara Shabana Show” is all about one question I been pondering the past couple of years … which is what success really means. Just like many of you, when I was born, I was given a checklist and been told that once you strike off these items … you will be happy. I can already feel some of you might be smiling … because you been there, and you ticked the list … only to realize happiness and fulfillment were not guaranteed as promised, and you are left with this emptiness and lack of guidance. Is there a universal definition of success, or each one should define it for themselves? So that’s why I’ve decided to interview great minds, daring people who decided not to only take the path less travelled, but to carve a path of their own, take the responsibility of their choices, and live the life they designed for themselves. and in this episode, I have compiled the responses from my last year interviews regarding this question. However, if any answer makes sense to you, or if you feel you would like to listen to more, just look for that guest name in my podcast episodes and enjoy listening to the full interview. The guests included in this episode are: Allaoa Gaham Dr Saliha Afridi Ibrahim Albadawi Jessy El Murr Osama Natto Eman Askar Hatem AlAkeel Sara Almukaimy And don’t forget to connect with me and say “Hi” on Instagram (@SaraShabana.me) , I always love to hear from you.…

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#29 - My 10 Days of Silent Meditation Experience 26:21

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In this episode of the podcast “The Sara Shabana Show” I shared my experience of going to a 10 days of silent Vipassana meditation course. Below are the key highlights from the episode: - Why I decided to try 10 days of silent meditation. - The philosophy behind this ancient technique and its significance in our mental wellbeing. - Laws of the universe and how we are in charge of our own happiness and misery. - How to re-program our deeper levels of the mind. - The magic of silence, mindfulness, and solitude. - The lessons learned from this experience and my key takeaways. About Vipassana About S.N. Goenka About the center and the courses United Arab Emirates Dhamma Center And don’t forget to say “Hi” on Instagram (@SaraShabana_ ), I always love to hear from you.…

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#28 Where Does Inspiration Come From? 10:52

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In this episode of the podcast “The Sara Shabana Show” I discussed “Inspiration” Below are the key highlights from the episode: What inspiration really is. Where does inspiration come from. Why a busy mind is the enemy of inspiration. What the world’s most creative people do to get inspired. The simple steps that one can take to cultivate creativity and find inspiration. And don’t forget to say “Hi” on Instagram (@SaraShabana_ ), I always love to hear from you.…

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#27 The Power of Setting Daily Intentions 11:32

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This is the first episode from “The Sara Shabana Show” in 2022, and I wouldn’t have found a better topic than discussing “The Power of Setting Clear Intentions” – A powerful practice you may like to use instead of creating new year’s resolutions. Below are the key highlights from the episode: What an intention really is, and what it does? What is the level of influence an intention has on my life and others around me? The law of cause and effect. Why setting intentions are not the same as setting goals. The consequences of not setting an intention. How can one turn things around and create a different life and opportunities? Don’t forget to say “Hi” on Instagram ( @SaraShabana.me ), I always love to hear from you.…

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#26 Hatem Al Akeel - Fashion, Authenticity and Creative Entrepreneurship 29:47

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Today I am happy to bring you a new interview with a very creative talent that I hope will spark your creations and inspire you for the new year to come I am happy to bring you a new interview with a very creative talent that I hope will spark your creations and inspire you for the new year to come. My guest for today is a creative enthusiast and an award-winning fashion designer He chose to leave his safe corporate job to follow his passion. He had to smash his own limiting belief in the process and learn from the challenges he faced along the way. His philosophy is there are no shortcuts to success, and if you are going to face the ups and downs that come with it, then you better be enjoying what you do. He elevated the landscape of the thobe market (the traditional formal men wear in GCC) by creating his very own fashion label “Toby” by Hatem Alakeel, and he was among the first Saudi designers to place the thobe in luxury retail outlets such as Harvey Nichols, Saks Fifth Avenue & others. He Designed for global icons and his designs have been featured in internationally recognized songs. Living by the values of Authenticity, self-expression and passion, he launched a consulting agency called Authenticite ; dedicated to showcasing and supporting the Saudi creative talent to the world and bridging the cultural gap In this episode from The Sara Shabana Show we discussed: His entrepreneurship journey from corporate banking to fashion design. Self-expression and Individuality in the Arab culture. The different hats of a creative entrepreneur in the Middle East and how is this different from the European ecosystem. The value of authenticity in creative expression and design. The new progressive Saudi generation and how to bridge the cultural gap with the world. Connect with Hatem: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/authenticite_by_hatem_alakeel/ Website: https://authenticite.me/ And don’t forget to connect with me and say “Hi” on Instagram (@SaraShabana.me) , I always love to hear from you.…

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#25 Baraa ElSabbagh – Nutrition, Fitness, and the Value of Podcasts 34:46

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Baraa ElSabbagh is a beautiful soul who found her passion in motivating people to start healthy habits, teaching them how to do it right and how to enjoy themselves in this process of change. Born to a family of entrepreneurs, she didn’t resonate with the 9-5 corporate world and started her own business right off the bat. She is a registered Dietician, Personal Trainer, & Sports Nutritionist who inspires her audience through her social media videos and her very own podcast show “B for Better Health”. So if you are looking for some solid tips and fitness inspiration, make sure to stay with us till the end. In this episode from The Sara Shabana Show, we discussed: What are the easy habits one could adopt to live an active life. How being born to a family of entrepreneurs influenced her perception of entrepreneurship. Why one should not link their self-worth with what they do. How she learned so much by listening to podcasts and what inspired her to start one. Connect with Baraa: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/baraaelsabbagh/ Website: https://linktr.ee/baraaelsabbagh And don’t forget to connect with me and say “Hi” on Instagram (@SaraShabana.me) , I always love to hear from you.…

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#24 Ibrahim AlBadawi - Personal Growth, Lifestyle Design, and Learning How to Learn 1:05:11

4 years тому1:05:11

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My guest for today is a storyteller, an innovation catalyst, and a cultural adaptor. He is the founder of 01Gov - a Dubai born startup that aims at inspiring and enabling leaders of the public sector across the Middle East, and the broader Global South to design governments of the future. His work has been trusted by leading organizations like the United Nations, The Open Data Institute in the UK, and other government and non-government institutions in Australia, Singapore, Estonia, and others. While he is a strategist at heart, he never had a job with a pre-defined title which we discussed in today’s episode. In 2013, he took the leap to design the life of his dreams, the “Tale of Two Cities” … between Sydney and Dubai. He is a cultural adapter and finds special joy in enabling conversations between people and businesses from different cultures. We both share the same love for intellectual intriguing conversations, and he is a dear friend who I go to when I am looking for answers to untypical questions, or even when looking for an untypical answer to a typical question. In this episode from The Sara Shabana Show, we discussed: The key principles for growth and development. How coding changes your perspective on the world around you. What is lifestyle design, and why it matters. Cultural narratives, the making of nations, and the significance of strategic thinking. Why you should question and research what has been given to you as an “ultimate truth” Connect with Ibrahim: Twitter: https://twitter.com/ibadawi?lang=en Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ibadawi/?hl=en Website: https://www.ibrahimelbadawi.com/ The principles of growth Ar: Part 1 / Part 2 / Part 3 And don’t forget to connect with me and say “Hi” on Instagram (@SaraShabana.me) , I always love to hear from you.…

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#23 Allaoua Gaham – Yoga, Entrepreneurship, and How to Find Peace in Difficult Times 1:09:52

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My guest for this episode is a live example of how you can bring magic in your life if you listen to your heart and have the courage to switch lanes and embrace the unknown. We have all been experiencing a lot of ups and downs with the uncertainty and chaos in the world, and I couldn’t think of a better guest to give us some perspective and guidance on navigating adversity than him. He has a very unconventional journey himself. While he’s born and raised in France, he has also explored and lived in diverse cultures between China and Dubai. After a prestigious MBA’s and after over ten successful years in corporate finance and entrepreneurship, he decided to discontinue his blooming, but a stressful career to explorer the unknown. You will learn today that embracing uncertainty can take you to places you never thought of for yourself. From a warrior at heart with a high-performance mindset to finding peace and balance not only in fitness but in life. He built a robust personal brand in his new path, and if you are practicing yoga in Dubai, then you most probably came across his name before. In this podcast episode we discussed: The philosophy of yoga and what entrepreneurship and yoga have in common. How we can regulate our emotions and the way we feel using our breath. How do our body stores emotions, and what can we do about them. Why finding balance in life is very crucial and why it’s a journey and not a destination. What can we learn from ancient wisdom that we can apply in our modern life today. Connect with Allaoua Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/allaouayoga/?hl=en Website: https://allaouayoga.com/home And don’t forget to connect with me and say “Hi” on Instagram (@SaraShabana.me) , I always love to hear from you.…

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# 22 Eman Askar - Going Viral, Content Creation, and What it Takes to Hone your Craft 33:09

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My guest for today is someone you most probably came across before. How? From her viral video, her viral song to be specific that broke the Internet – the song of “The Story of Palestine” that got more than 11 million … yes with M … 11 million views till date on Instagram ALONE! Not to mention it was translated to many other languages including Arabic, Turkish, German and many others. Today I spoke with her about her feelings when this happened, what is the recipe for creating viral content, and how this incident changed her mindset in so many ways. In this episode from The Sara Shabana Show, we discussed: What is the recipe for creating viral content. Where one can find inspiration and how to cultivate creativity. Understanding and embracing self-love as a woman. How content creators can overcome fear of judgment and online bullying. The magic that happens when you focus on the journey and not the outcome. Connect with Eman Askar: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/emmasworld.101/?hl=en And don’t forget to connect with me and say “Hi” on Instagram (@SaraShabana.me) , I always love to hear from you.…

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#21 1st Year Anniversary/ Difficult Conversations 10:19

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Happy anniversary my beautiful friends, It’s been a YEAR! We have been on this journey together for one year now. I had to pinch myself every time I think about it. Below are the key highlights from the episode: · I revealed my birthday fear challenge for this year. · Why designing your own life will require you to make difficult conversations. · Why ignoring challenge is not a strategy and what you can do about it. · Martha Beck's analogy for bold decisions and the two possible outcomes from taking the leap. · How our reality is formed from the decisions to make, and why we should always make conscious decisions. And don’t forget to connect with me and say “Hi” on Instagram (@SaraShabana.me) , I always love to hear from you.…

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#20 Dr. Saliha Afridi- Identity Formation, Mental Health, and the Best Resources in Dealing with Adversity 54:54

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Dr Saliha Afridi is a leading psychologist and an entrepreneur with a mission to lead the way in promoting mental wellbeing in the Middle East. Born and raised in completely different cultures like many of or generation, we discussed individuality and the struggle of understanding where do we belong. As an entrepreneur herself she shared her story founding the lighthouse, and how fear and self-doubt were part of this experience especially as the 1st women entrepreneur in her community. I loved chatting with her about her journey to finding this personal balance between conventionality and difference. And how it's absolutely ok to be multi-passionate and why you should listen to this whisper that comes from within you. Not to mention, she impressed me with her book recommendations! In this episode from The Sara Shabana Show, we discussed: Identity struggles and sense of belonging in a multicultural upbringing. Why it’s ok to be multi-passionate and how can you listen and follow your intuition. The best mental health external and internal resources in dealing with adversity. The self-doubt and fear that comes with entrepreneurship and taking risks. How having a community-driven mission gives a purpose and meaning to your business. How building a personal brand online helps you amplify your mission in impacting thousands and millions of people. Connect with Dr Saliha: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drsalihaafridi/?hl=en Website: https://www.lighthousearabia.com/ And don’t forget to connect with me and say “Hi” on Instagram (@SaraShabana.me) , I always love to hear from you.…

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#19 Book Recommendations - The Books You Must Read! 27:37

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Today’s episode is highly highly demanded. If you only know how many times I been asked where can one find a summary of the book recommendations from the guests interviewed on this podcast ;-). So …. Considering that world book day is coming this week, I thought it will be a good reason to finally create this compilation. I typically ask my guests about their favorite books because I personally love to get book recommendations. I read A LOT and nothing gives me more joy than a book that helps me see a new perspective in life. You can find the full list of recommendations on my website . And don’t forget to connect with me and say “Hi” on Instagram (@SaraShabana.me) , I always love to hear from you ;-)…

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#18 Sara Almukaimy – The Power of Imagination and Why You Shouldn’t Settle for Less 50:49

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My guest for today is A REBEEEL While she grew up in a very traditional Kuwaiti family, she did not accept to fit in the mold. She is a dreamer, a storyteller, and sometimes, an imaginary world creator where everyone in this world has equal rights. Her journey in discovering herself and her individuality led her to realize that being different especially in a society that puts women in frames & expects them to fit in is not always welcomed or supported. She rebelled, she opposed the norms, she objected to the laws and still objecting … From a very young age, she wrote on her closet mirror with lipstick " Why should we settle for something less than WE think we deserve “and she still lives by this statement till date, In this episode from The Sara Shabana Show, we discussed: · Our individuality and how to navigate our way without conforming to the social norms. · The journey of discovering who you really are. · The power of imagination and its impact on our creative skills. · How to show up for yourself and handle fear of judgment. · Women's rights in Kuwait and Arab societies. · How personal branding helps you have a platform to express yourself and help others. Connect with Sara: Twitter: https://twitter.com/salmukaimy Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/salmukaimy/?hl=en And don’t forget to connect with me and say “Hi” on Instagram (@SaraShabana.me) , I always love to hear from you.…

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# 17 Jessy El Murr - Questioning Authority, Public Speaking, and Leading with "Why Not" 58:16

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As today is a special day (International Women's Day), today’s episode is also a special interview with an exceptional woman. Jessy El Murr is a powerhouse filled with kindness, knowledge, unparalleled energy and so much fun. She is a seasoned field journalist and former BBC and Sky News Arabia, correspondent. During her time as a correspondent, she specialized in military news coverage and filed several exclusive stories. Jessy also interviewed leading international personalities like Bill Gates, Richard Branson, Georges Clooney, and many others. As worrier as she always been, she jumped into entrepreneurship and its unknowns and now she is an independent certified public speaking trainer and media consultant working with leading organizations in the middle east and around the world. In this episode from The Sara Shabana Show, we discussed: · How childhood struggles can help you discover your skills. · How we should always question authority and never take “No” for an answer. · The upside and downside of entrepreneurship. · Public speaking and our fear of judgment. · Why we should cultivate creativity and how it can help us transform our presence. · How personal branding is a necessity and not a luxury anymore. Connect with Jessy: Twitter: https://twitter.com/jessytrends Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jessyelmurr/ Website: https://jessyelmurr.com/ And don’t forget to connect with me and say “Hi” on Instagram (@SaraShabana.me) , I always love to hear from you.…

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#16 Maha Abouelenein - Lessons from leading global executives, creating value and personal branding 36:36

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Maha Abouelenein is such a powerful blend of both soft and strong. Soft with an empathetic heart, and super strong at what she is capable of delivering to the businesses and the people she works with. She led the communication strategy not only for the biggest brands in the middle east but globally and worked directly with their executives and she is going to share with us today her key take ways working with the greatest leaders around the world. We are talking from regional leaders like Orascom telecom and Careem to global giants like Google, Netflix, even leading governments …. You name it. And last but not least let’s add to this powerful mix managing the global PR strategy for one of the biggest personal brands in the world GARY VEE. In this episode from The Sara Shabana Show, we discussed: What she learned working with the best executives in the world. How is it like to stand up for yourself in case of unequal pay The evolution of communication and the agility required to survive in this real-time world. What personal branding really is. Why understanding how you are adding value can help you differentiate yourself. What personal branding really is. Connect with Maha: Instagram: @MahaGaber Website: http://digitalandsavvy.com/ And don’t forget to connect with me and say “Hi” on Instagram (@SaraShabana.me) , I always love to hear from you.…

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#15 Osama Natto - Why You are Not Rich and How to Hack Your Way to Financial Fluency 1:19:30

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Osama Natto is a serial entrepreneur who embodies, and in-fact develops “the live your purpose” philosophy. He created the first public startup accelerator program in Saudi Arabia that run by a private company and has long been involved in the entrepreneurial scene in the kingdom. Over the years he mentored and coached thousands of entrepreneurs and been a key contributor in many established organizations that supports startups in the region. He championed to get 36 R&D grants and 31 filed patents for his mentee. . As a serial entrepreneur himself, he will share with us today his very unique and interesting journey, not only for creating success for himself but for the thousands of students who learn from him. It’s not a coincidence, that his current programs attract thousands of people from more than 36 countries around the world. In this episode from The Sara Shabana Show, we discussed: What most people get wrong when it comes to money. The power of personal branding in multiplying your financial income. How we all have superpowers and how they can help us discover our purpose in life. How understanding the human behavioral patterns can help us replicate systems that deliver results at scale. The power of setting intentions. Connect with Osama: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/osamanatto/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/osamanatto?lang=en Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/osamanatto/?originalSubdomain=ae Website: www.withosama.com Have something to share? say “Hi” on Instagram (@SaraShabana.me) , I always love to hear from you.…

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#14 The New Beginnings 11:13

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This is the first episode from The Sara Shabana Show in 2021, and I wouldn’t have found a better topic than discussing “The New Beginnings” Below are the key highlights from the episode: · Why new beginnings are exciting and why we find it a good time to set goals and resolutions. · Why we fail to achieve our new year resolutions. · Why it’s crucial to understand and be aware of our limiting believes in order to transform our lives. · What is the secret behind achieving our goals? · Why we should close the old doors before we open the new ones. Don’t forget to say “Hi” on Instagram (@SaraShabana_ ), I always love to hear from you. Know more about the Path to Transformation BOOTCAMP.…

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#13 Spencer Lodge - Entrepreneurship, Sales, and the life skills we all need 41:18

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Spencer Lodge is a brilliant businessman who been voted as one of the top 100 most influential people in Dubai. He is also a motivational speaker, a podcaster, and a sales educator In this episode from The Sara Shabana Show, we discussed: What is takes to be an entrepreneur and follow your dreams. Misconceptions about sales and why many people struggle with it. How the approach to business sales is now very different than a few years back. Why personal branding is critical in the digital age. What are the life skills we all need to survive in this new connected world. Connect with Spencer: Instagram: @Spencer.Lodge And don’t forget to connect with me and say “Hi” on Instagram (@SaraShabana.me) , I always love to hear from you.…

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#12 Andreea Zoia – The Struggle with Self Confidence and How to Bust the Story You Tell Yourself 45:24

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Andreea Zoia is a confidence and public speaking coach; she has trained many world leaders, CEOs, investors, and entrepreneurs. In this episode from The Sara Shabana Show, she shared her battle and journey to self-confidence, and how she managed to embrace it and build a business based on her learnings and talents. We discussed: · What confidence really is and why many people are struggling with it. · How we can fuel our energy when having role models to help us see the possibilities and believe in our dreams. · Why it’s good not to follow the familiar path or play by the rules. · What confidence really is and why many people are struggling with it. · How entrepreneurship is a lonely place and a form of a spiritual journey in which one can rediscover himself and start work on the environment and psychology. · Tons of book recommendations! Connect with Andreea: Instagram: @Andreeazoia And don’t forget to connect with me and say “Hi” on Instagram (@SaraShabana.me) , I always love to hear from you.…

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# 11 Confidence Is Not What You Think It Is 12:21

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In this episode from The Sara Shabana Show I discussed self confidence and how many of us specially have false believes about it. Below are the key highlights from the episode: What confidence really is. Why self-love and self-acceptance is a foundation for self confidence. The competence/confidence loop and how to break this with the beginner's confidence. Negative self talk and how thoughts influence our actions. The impact of our tribe and our environment on our self confidence. Don’t forget to say “Hi” on Instagram (@SaraShabana_ ), I always love to hear from you. Know more about the Personal Branding Academy .…

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#10 Nevin ElGendy – Unleash Your True Self (from self-doubt to confidence) 37:06

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Nevin ElGendy – Unleash Your True Self (from self-doubt to confidence) Nevine ElGendy, or as she is famously referred to as Nivo for life; is a life coach who is a real example of “it's never impossible” and “it's never too late”. Her mission in life is to guide people to find their true self to be able to live a happy and fulfilled life. She started her business at the age of 50 (yes you read it right) and that was her first time not just to start a business but to work in general. She is also a best-selling author of her new book under the name of “Be” which guides people from self-doubt to confidence and from fear to freedom. After going through a self-discovering journey which we will discuss today, she managed to design and live her dream life every single day. Connect with Nevin: - Website: https://nivoforlife.tv/catalog - “Be” the book : https://www.virginmegastore.ae/books/health-wellbeing/self-improvement/be---nevin-elgendy/p/189006 - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nivoforlife/ and don't forget to connect with me and say hi on Instagram…

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#9 Creativity and Our Fear of Judgment 16:53

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In this episode from The Sara Shabana Show I shared a personal story to hopefully resonate with you. We are all born creative but fear holds us back most of the time. That’s why I discussed the major fears that accompany creativity and how we can live a creative life. Below are the key highlights from the episode: How we are all creative beings and have passions and ambitions to create. Why we let fear hold us back and how fear of judgment paralyze us from moving forward. What are the common limiting beliefs when it comes to creativity and how we can reset that. What it really means to live live a creative life and how choosing curiosity can be our day to day choice. Elizabith gilbert clip: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=05ne93IzPt0 Also, don't forget to say hi on Instagram , I always love to connect with you ;)…

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#8 Nour Youssef - Emotional trauma, and our untapped limitless potential 1:04:16

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Today is a special day ... its the international mental health day! and for this reason, I thought of intentionally plan a special episode on this day that could help you understand more the significance of taking care of our mental and obviously emotional health. I was personally recently introduced to this new world of emotional trauma and its profound impact on literally our day-to-day life, our habits and our belief system. and how our childhood traumas which we all have our shaping our reality now as adults. So as my special gift for you today, I am hosting an expert in the field of emotional trauma to help you and help me better understand the impact of these traumas and how we can set ourselves free to unleash our full potential and live the life we always dreamed of. Especially for the new entrepreneurs or aspiring entrepreneurs in which the uncertainty triggers those limiting beliefs and surface them to us. So if you want to understand more … stay tuned with me today. Special Links: Connect with Nour Online - Processo Nour/Emotional Surgery Say hi on Instagram…

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#7 Hiba Balfaqih - Mind hacking, limiting beliefs, and the brain code 1:11:33

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Hiba Balfaqih is the guest for the 7th podcast episode of “The Sara Shabana Show”. She is a truly inspiring human who does TON of things! She is a serial entrepreneur who owns 3 businesses including the famous Smash Room in Dubai. She is a psychologist, a podcaster, and an author. With all that being said, she positioned herself as a MIND HACKER ! And we discussed more about it in this episode. Below are the key highlights from the episode: How curiosity can help us discover ourselves and guide us to what we truly want to do in life. The common limiting believes in our region. Manifestations and how we are co-creators of our reality Why we should lead and parent from a place of love vs a place of fear. The power of the words we tell ourselves. Connect with Hiba on Instagram And don’t forget to connect with me and say "Hi" on Instagram (@SaraShabana.me) , I always love to hear from you.…

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#6 Regret and the Power of Making Choices in Life and Business 17:27

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We need to realize that we were born free to make choices, and what we think right or wrong is coming from layers of conditioning and dogmatic culture. I am urging you, to be open to look to the world from a fresh lens, and to be able to do that you will need to Unlearn, you will need to unlearn to be able to learn again. I hope today's episode will trigger you to think differently and hopefully take action to design a life and a business that gets you excited and brings you joy. If you are curious about personal branding and want to learn more about it, I am hosting a Free online personal branding masterclass which will give you all what you need to know about building a personal brand based business. I will cover all the key pillars of building a personal brand, what makes you unique, and how to get you started. If you don’t want to miss this session, head to my website http://sarashabana.me/masterclass . Hope to see you in the class! You can always reach out to me on Instagram: @SaraShabana.me…

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#5 Talal AlRashed – Travel, Food, and Building a Business From His Personal Brand 55:37

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My guest for today is a live example of how you can bring magic in your life if you listen to your heart and don’t follow the conventional familiar path. He is not only talented but also passionately curious who blurred the lines between business and lifestyle. He managed to carve out and design a life that brings him joy every day. While he’s born and raised in Kuwait, In the past 10 years he been traveling the globe working with many tourism boards and global luxury hospitality brands finding the sweet spot between his passion and what the world want and ready to pay for. You will learn today that you may not necessarily know your passion from the beginning, but how with self exploration you can find what sets your heart on fire. So if you are still debating if its possible to make a profit out of what you love, you will need to listen to this. Talal Alrashed is my guest for today on “The Sara Shabana Show” podcast. This jam-packed episode covering a range of topics including: · How Talal went from his a full-time corporate job into traveling half the world and making a living out of his passion to food, travel and connecting with people. · How we should reconsider our compass and look for the journey and not the goal. · Why you should follow your passion and don’t eliminate your options in life and the magic will follow. · The importance of building a personal brand and how you can make an online business based on what you love. Connect with Talal on Instagram: @Talal.Alrashed (You MUST DO!) Book your spot in the FREE Personal Branding Masterclass…

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#4 Find Your Magic! 14:59

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In the 4th episode of the podcast “The Sara Shabana Show” I discussed magic and our superpowers! Below are the key highlights from the episode: What I loved about the new Pixar movie “onward” and why I think everyone should watch it. Why there are no longer magic in the world. Why we lost our curiosity and our child sense of wonder. The impact of the current educational system. Why most of us are boxed in and living a limited life. How we can create magic in our world and design a life we love. How you can find your passion and purpose in life and how this can guide you to take actions towards a life that brings you joy. I encourage you to download and print the below worksheet , set in a quiet place and start working on the exercises …. I cant wait to see what you have to share! Check out the Personal Branding Academy . And don’t forget to say “Hi” on Instagram (@SaraShabana_ ), I always love to hear from you.…

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#3 Raha Moharrak - 1st Saudi Woman and Youngest Arab to summit Everest and the 7 Summits 39:06

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Growing up in Jeddah in Saudi Arabia, a country with a conservative culture specially for women, mountaineering will not be the type of sports or path you would typically expect her to gravitate towards. With a bit of luck, coincidence and a twist of fate, she was introduced to the world of mountaineering, and since then, she have never looked back and now she is the 1st Saudi woman and youngest Arab not only to climb Everest the highest peak in the world but also the 7 summits. Raha Moharrak is the first guest on “The Sara Shabana Show” podcast, she shared her challenges in facing the stereotypes, what she learned from her journey in the mountains, and what success means to her. The jam-packed episode covering a range of topics including: - How Raha went from a full-time art director to a full time adventurer. - Life is a journey and not what merely takes us from point A to point B. - Why you should follow your soul calling and the magic it can bring to your life. - What failure really is. - The importance of building a personal brand. - How women can embrace their beauty. - What’s the definition of success? Raha's Instagram: @RahaMoharrak Sara's Instagram: @SaraShabana_ Podcast website: www.sarashabana.me/podcast…

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#2 The Voice Inside Your Head 14:05

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This podcast is all about realizing the possibilities, and learn real tactics and strategies on how you can design a life that brings you joy. -------- Did you ever pause and try to understand what is this voice inside your head? Is this me talking to myself, or since I am the one hearing this voice then I am not the voice in my head … As we become aware of this voice, we get to know what it does, and how much it feeds us limiting believes. I would like to ask you to start observing this voice in your head, what is it telling you? And If you didn’t hear my first episode about my personal fear challenge, I would encourage you to go and listen, it might inspire you to take actionable steps to face your fears. ---------- Feel free to say hello on my Instagram! @SaraShabana.me Sarashabana.me/Podcast…

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#1 Sara Shabana - Welcome to my show! 10:22

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