Love is in the air! ❤️Join us on Valentine's Day for Episode 4 of The Love Chapter, featuring Shiv Simani and Michelle "Shikie" Wanjiku, a dynamic couple who've built a beautiful life together through shared passions and a commitment to wellness.They'll share their journey, from the early days of their relationship to the challenges and triumphs of building a strong, lasting partnership. Plus, they'll offer practical tips for creating more love and connection in your own life.Stay tuned for a heartwarming and insightful conversation that will inspire you to prioritize love and wellness in all your relationships.You can also check out their podcast, Unit The Podcast, for more inspiration and advice on building a strong and lasting relationship.Timestamps:00:00:00 Teaser00:01:00 Episode Introduction & Guest Welcome00:02:00 Shiv and Shikie’s Love Story (The Early Days & Overcoming Challenges)00:03:30 Puppy Love and Keeping the Spark Alive00:05:30 The Role of Family & Parenting in Their Relationship00:08:20 Navigating Differences & Supporting Each Other’s Dreams00:12:15 The Power of Shared Values & Goals00:15:00 How Wellness Practices Strengthen Their Bond00:18:30 The Importance of Communication, Boundaries, & Respect00:22:00 Building a Strong Foundation for a Lasting Relationship00:25:30 Rapid Fire Round with Shiv & Shikie00:41:30 Non-negotiable habit in your relationship?00:41:55 How do you express love to your partner?00:42:45 Cutest thing your partner has done for you?00:43:40 Favorite date night activity?00:47:40 Do you want more kids?00:48:25 Advice for those struggling in relationships?

Join us for an extraordinary conversation with Shayoon and Alex, healers and co-founders of The Light Force Center.

This episode, Shayoon and Alex open their hearts, sharing about:

Their magical meeting at Coachella.

Shayoon’s near-death experience and journey to healing through Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT/tapping).

Alex’s exploration of energy healing and martial arts.

The connection of energy and spiritual healings with ancient arts including meditation and using herbs and plant based solutions.

The Light Force Center’s mission—to empower self-healing and awakening through releasing.

How Shayoon unlocks and uses her intuition for self & others through channeling with divine energy from all spiritual teachings, experiences.

Why true healing must incorporate mind, body, AND spirit.

The vital importance of healing from trauma to experience true love, in all dynamics of one’s relationship circles, whether self-love or by healing individually for growth in couple and family or building communities or even work and friend circles through that power of changing a thought.

Be ready for a deeply moving and inspiring episode to show that overcoming any limiting beliefs with healing those traumas within and learning to release and talk it rather than shunning them out; Empowers creation and strengthens love - truly transforming lives with lasting impact!

Timestamps:

00:00:00 Intro

00:01:00 Episode Introduction & Guest Welcome

00:01:44 Shayoon and Alex’s Love Story: A Magical Meeting at Coachella

00:06:45 Shayoon’s Near-Death Experience

00:08:07 Discovering EFT (Emotional Freedom Techniques) – How Shayoon Healed from Trauma

00:10:25 The Beginning of the Light Force Center

00:11:13 Alex’s Path to Energy Healing & Spiritual Practices

00:12:52 The “Hogwarts” of Energy Healing

00:14:14 Embracing Psychic Abilities: From Skepticism to Acceptance

00:16:27 From L.A. to Ibiza to Bali: The Call to a New Life

00:17:47 The Attempted Kidnapping That Changed Everything

00:19:23 Normalizing Trauma – Breaking the Silence

00:21:08 The Impact of Healed Parents: Raising a Conscious Next Generation

00:23:02 Why Therapy Isn’t Always Enough: Healing Beyond the Mind

00:26:42 How Childhood Experiences Impact Your Life

00:29:03 Ego, Identity, and True Awakening

00:31:30 Manifestation Requires Healing: Why You Keep Repeating The Same Mistakes

00:32:59 The War on Spirituality

00:36:11 Creating a New System

00:38:07 Manifesting a Baby (Healing for Conception)

00:41:34 How the Challenges made it clear what to work towards doing.

00:42:28 Challenges within the family that shows one has always a few more steps required for them on their Love & Life’s Journey.

00:45:33 The Business of Birthing – Women’s Birth Rights, And the Sacred Space and Its Importance Through Cultures and Stories around That

00:48:28 You Can’t Please Everyone – The Importance of Intentions

00:53:05 Authenticity: The Importance of Embracing All Parts of You

00:57:51 The Refining Process of Self Mastery

01:02:00 What Does Love Really Mean To Shayoon & Alex and Its Transformation Through The Stages

01:06:04 Challenges Faced and Overcome Throughout Various Transformations.

01:12:02 Rapid Fire Round

Join Zeeya for a transformative conversation about love and relationships with Manka Bajaj, a certified Love Coach! In this episode, Manka shares her unique approach to helping individuals create lasting love and unlock fulfillment in their relationships.
We answer some important questions, such as:
- What's the secret to transforming relationship pain into purpose?
- Can rejection actually fuel your growth?
- Is there a path from heartbreak to lasting love?
- What does a truly healthy relationship really look like?
- How can understanding your love language create deeper connection?
- What are the unexpected keys to lasting intimacy?
- Can conflict actually make your relationship stronger?
- How do you find the right balance between individual and couple growth?
Timestamps:
00:00:00 Teaser
00:01:03 Opener
00:01:45 Guest Welcome and Introduction.
00:02:09 What Defines a Healthy Relationship?
00:03:24 Love Languages: Communicating Needs
00:05:42 Long-Term Relationships: Navigating Challenges & Growth.
00:06:45 The True Meaning of Love
00:08:48 Resentment & Grief in Relationships
00:10:57 Preparing for a Relationship: Self-Love & Acceptance
00:14:08 Check-ins & Date Nights
00:15:38 Practicing Gratitude in Relationships
00:16:55 Working Through Conflict
00:17:52 I Feel Statements to Deconstruct Blame & Promote Understanding
00:19:40 Co-regulation
00:21:26 The Power of Touch (6-Second Kiss/12 Hugs)
00:23:44 Presence and Intimacy
00:25:56 Love Languages & Asking “How Can I Love You?”
00:27:21 Growing in a Relationship
00:28:33 Throat, Heart, and Sexual Centers Framework
00:30:14 Serving from Love vs. Resentment: Feminine & Masculine Energy
00:37:14 The Role of Intimacy and its Dynamic Throughout Stages of Relationship
00:40:44 Conflict Resolution Tips (Timeouts, Co-regulation)
00:47:15 Shame, Attachment, Authenticity
00:50:35 Owning Your Feelings (vs. Managing Your Partner's) & Setting Boundaries
00:53:22 Gender Roles & Expectations (Mothering vs. Serving)
00:56:20 The Importance of Disarming the Heart and Cultivating Love
00:59:12 Rapid Fire Round

How do you define self-love and how can you build it up more strongly and consistently?

This first Episode of Chapter 5, "The Love Chapter", Zeeya sits down with lawyer and content creator Temina Semo for an honest conversation about self-love and self-acceptance. Talking about Temina's approach from when it all begun in boarding school which lacked awareness and information around teaching children on what loving yourself would encompass of, through Temina sharing how she was trying to be many different things on the internet during high school all the way to her finally embracing what resonates with her.

The focus of this conversation gives our listeners simple strategies, for how to go about making changes for self growth and developing a stronger bond and connection to one’s values.

Temina’s Journey in its entirety encompasses of having being brought up in a stereotypical African set-up which requires children to choose academics, then being pushed by family to complete advocate exams, doing it only to realise this may not be fulfilling.

This heartfelt conversation reminds us all of the importance of being true to ourselves - because being YOU is your superpower! ✨

Timestamps:

00:00:00 Introduction & Guest Welcome

00:02:20 From Law to Content Creation (Following Her Passion)

00:08:15 Journey into the Content Creation

00:10:16 Self-Love Journey Begins (High School & Societal Expectations)

00:12:25 The Steps To Find Self-Love

00:16:00 Transition from Accountant to Content Creator to Wellness

00:22:58 The Challenges of Juggling Content Creation with Other Areas of Life

00:29:16 Overcoming Body Image Challenges: The Power of Decentering

00:40:07 The Ever-Evolving Journey to Self-Love: Embracing Imperfection

00:43:44 What Temina Struggles With on Her Journey

00:50:12 The Importance of Silence: Truly Listening to Your Own Inner Thoughts

00:52:23 Temina’s Journey into using Affirmations

01:01:52 Rapid Fire Round with Temina

Join us on the final addition for Chapter 4, —as we explore sustainable living in Kenya with Amos, founder of Ecandi, a pioneering sustainable shop.

Amos shares his inspiring journey, revealing:

• • His vision for creating an accessible space for eco-conscious shopping.

  • His innovative approach to recycling and reducing waste in Nairobi.

  • The challenges of promoting sustainable products in Kenya and educating consumers.

  • The creation of Eco Tops, a unique Kenyan product line made entirely of recycled glass.

  • The impact Ecandi is making, from reducing waste to empowering the community.

Discover how simple changes can create a powerful impact on our well-being and the environment. Get practical tips on embracing a greener lifestyle.

On this episode, we welcome Ledama Olekina, a remarkable young Kenyan leader driving transformative initiatives in conservation and community empowerment. Ledama shares his inspiring journey, highlighting: His unwavering passion for protecting Kenya's natural resources. His innovative approach to community-led conservation, putting people at the heart of environmental efforts. The profound impacts of climate change on vulnerable communities and ecosystems. His work in revitalizing marine areas and restoring degraded forests. The crucial role of education in creating a sustainable future. Get ready for a powerful and hopeful conversation about the power of community-driven initiatives in building a better world.

TIMESTAMPS

• • 00:00:00: Introduction & Welcome to Wellness Deconstructed

  • 00:01:38: Introduction of Ledama Olekina & Overview of his work

  • 00:02:24: Ledama’s Personal Journey into Conservation

  • 00:04:00: The Importance of Contextual Conservation: The Necessity of Balancing Human & Environmental Needs

  • 00:06:48: Ledama’s approach to conservation; balancing human & environmental needs

  • 00:08:03: Ledama's Ocean Conservation Work (A Success Story)

  • 00:10:21: The Impact of People on Ocean Ecosystems (Overfishing, Pollution)

  • 00:15:20: The State of Mount Kenya (Before & After)

  • 00:16:38: How Climate Change Impacts Communities & Their Resilience

  • 00:18:02: The Water Project (Innovation & Sustainability)

  • 00:20:09: The Indigenous Forest of Mount Kenya

  • 00:22:16: Education in Action – Nature's Classroom, Storytelling & Games

  • 00:24:14: The Powerful Impact of Knowledge Sharing

  • 00:25:09: Sustainability in Remote Communities

  • 00:26:11: The Community Lodge: A Collaborative Approach to Sustainable Income Generation

  • 00:28:16: Community Needs: Food Security & The Importance of Collaboration

  • 00:29:50: The Major Causes of Climate Change (Global, Social, & Individual Levels)

  • 00:37:55: Our Relationship With the Earth (and How It Affects Our Wellbeing)

  • 00:40:49: Personal Reflections and Hope

  • 00:42:48: Call to Action: How to Get Involved

  • 00:43:52: Rapid Fire Q&A with Ledama

Join us for a powerful and moving conversation about period dignity and menstrual health with Madhvi, a yoga teacher and social entrepreneur making a significant impact in Kenya. Madhvi shares her personal journey to becoming a champion for menstrual health, including: - The eye-opening experiences that spurred her into action. - How lack of access to menstrual products affects girls’ education and overall well-being. - The environmental and health impacts of disposable menstrual products. - Madhvi's innovative approach to providing sustainable and accessible solutions for girls and women. - The importance of empowering boys and men in conversations about menstrual health. - How this issue connects to a broader conversation about women's empowerment, cultural norms, and sexual health. YouTube Timestamps: 0:00 - Introduction: The Impact of Period Poverty 1:54 - Madhvi’s Yoga Journey (From Wales to Kenya) 7:32 - The Genesis of Madhvi’s Social Enterprise (Responding to a Need in the Community) 9:22 - How Madhvi Started Her Outreach 11:34 - Why Disposable Pads Are Not a Sustainable Solution 13:48 - Health Concerns Related to Disposable Pads (Reproductive health implications) 16:19 - Cultural Perceptions of Menstruation & Their Impact 21:51 - How to Improve Menstrual Health Awareness (Empowering Girls and Boys) 28:26 - The Larger Impacts of Menstrual Hygiene 32:58 - Empowering Women Through Period Dignity 39:44 - Rapid Fire Q&A with Madhvi