How much influence do our thoughts and emotions truly have on our health? As a personal journey of overcoming conflict avoidance and the toll it took on my health unfolds, you'll discover the fascinating science of epigenetics and the profound role it plays in gene expression. The dogma of genetic determinism is challenged and the power of thoughts and emotions in disease creation is revealed.  In this enlightening journey, we'll delve into how belief systems can sway the expression of high-risk cancer genes, even examining studies that link emotional traits with diseases such as breast ..read more

Do you find yourself constantly playing the pleaser, supressing your needs for the sake of others? Have you ever felt drained, both emotionally and physically, due to your incessant need to be nice? Let's uncover these complexities together as we discuss how to maintain personal well-being while being considerate and kind to those around us. We will explore actionable ways to create emotional safety and enhance self-awareness so that you can consciously be nice without losing yourself in the journey.  Our discussion won't just be confined to personal introspection. We will also seek guid ..read more

There is a profound connection between your emotions and the Quranic terms for news. "khabr" and "naba" two different terms for news yet they both relate to human emotions.  Your emotional state, as your personal news broadcaster, constantly relaying messages that you often overlook. This episode is all about understanding these broadcasts and using them to shape a more meaningful life. We dissect the key elements of "naba", and how they parallel with our emotions, emphasizing their importance and potential benefits.  There is significance of recognizing Allah's design in our emoti ..read more

Prepare yourself for an enlightening journey as we dismantle the intricate workings of our minds using the C-NEAR algorithm! Ever wonder where our thoughts originate - the higher brain or the lower? Intriguing isn't it? How our circumstances are independent of our nervous systems and how our thoughts create emotions, and the profound impacts they have on our actions. Ever caught yourself in a juncture where you are constantly stuck in the same pattern of thoughts, cycling between productive and unproductive outcomes? This podcast describes a fascinating simple framework that enables us to bre ..read more

Step inside an enlightening topic that shines a light on 'activated thoughts'; the subconscious, often neglected whispers that can create barriers in your life and manifest as physical symptoms and other limitations. You'll learn about the connection between repressed thoughts and psychosomatic disorders, and how to break free from the chains of self-sabotage. Conscious or not, thoughts create your life. That's how we know you are working with activated thoughts.  Your mind is your most powerful, yet most underutilized tool. We'll talk about discerning the truth from falsehood, breaking ..read more

Can you identify the color, shape, or even movement of your fear? Does the manifestation of it ever surprise you, like the sudden flare-up of anger? Join me as we navigate this complex landscape of fear and learn to manage it with compassion.  This episode is a profound exploration into understanding the origins of fear, acknowledging its presence, and devising strategies to master it. Remember, facing your fear is not a sign of weakness; it is the first step towards understanding and controlling it. Fear can be our best ally or our worst enemy; it all depends on how we perceive and han ..read more

Ready to uncover the secrets of sustainable success and happiness?  In this podcast I describe the power of positive, pleasure-driven energy, because here you learn to swap obligation with passion and take on projects that genuinely excite you, ultimately building lives filled with less stress and more joy.  Also, is self reliance as imporant as everyone makes it out to be? What about outsourcing? What does that look like? I describe how outsourcing to make things sustainable can be done to our support networks, friends, family, or even machines, learn to share your load and bring ..read more

Ever wondered why some people seem to achieve their goals effortlessly while others struggle, despite having the same 24 hours in a day?  The secret lies in consistent action, no matter how modest or small it seems. This is called Action Amplification - a concept rooted in the hadith that Allah loves consistent deeds, even if small.  We go beyond just understanding the power of action, to discuss practical tips on how to avoid the pitfalls of instant gratification, focusing instead on long-term goals.  We see  into how regular, small efforts in fields of faith, relationsh ..read more

Ever stumbled upon a perspective or belief that you assumed was universal, only to find it was unique to you?  Welcome to the realm of "brain glasses," the personal lens through which we interpret the world around us. This episode unpacks this fascinating concept that roots in your past experiences and beliefs and creates incorrect assumptions and biases that look like facts.  I also talk about the neuroscience behind cognitive biases and neuroplasticity.   Because that is the gateway to change.  I discussed how engaging the prefrontal cortex and understanding cognit ..read more

Imagine being able to transform your thoughts and beliefs gradually,  leading you towards your goals. That's what  you'll learn in this episode as we unpack the power and potential pitfalls of affirmations, guided by the concept of cognitive climb.  We explore how this gradual shift from less positive beliefs to more aspirational ones is a step wise process.  Intrigued about making affirmations work for you? We take a deep look into the concept of cognitive climb - a gentle ascent to positive thinking that feels genuine, believable and manageable.  We also discuss t ..read more