Healing Through Love: From Trauma to Transformation with Shayoon and Alex

Healing from Heartbreak & Finding Love Again

The final episode of The Love Chapter - for a heartwarming and inspiring conversation with Shalini and Amar, a couple who found love in unexpected circumstances. In this episode, Shalini and Amar share their unique journey, discussing:Shalini's experience with love, loss, and grief after the passing of her late husband.Amar's perspective on falling in love with someone who was still grieving.The challenges they faced as a couple, including navigating cultural expectations and family dynamics.How they learned to communicate effectively and support each other's growth.The importance of self-love and acceptance in building a strong, healthy relationship.YouTube Timestamps:00:00:00 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=39fCCoaEspo&t=0s] Intro00:01:00 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=39fCCoaEspo&t=60s] Episode Introduction & Guest Welcome00:02:27 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=39fCCoaEspo&t=147s] Shalini's Love Story: Falling in Love, Loss, and Grief00:06:09 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=39fCCoaEspo&t=369s] Ammar's Perspective: Finding Love Again00:08:54 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=39fCCoaEspo&t=534s] Dealing with Guilt and Grief in a New Relationship00:12:12 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=39fCCoaEspo&t=732s] Navigating the Challenges of a New Relationship00:14:42 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=39fCCoaEspo&t=882s] The Role of Counseling and Therapy00:16:12 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=39fCCoaEspo&t=972s] The Importance of Communication and Understanding00:17:13 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=39fCCoaEspo&t=1033s] Putting Your Relationship First00:18:35 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=39fCCoaEspo&t=1115s] The Importance of Individual Growth in a Relationship00:20:14 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=39fCCoaEspo&t=1214s] Balancing Family, Friends, and Your Partner00:22:34 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=39fCCoaEspo&t=1354s] The Power of Acceptance and Embracing Differences00:23:51 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=39fCCoaEspo&t=1431s] Communication is Key00:25:18 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=39fCCoaEspo&t=1518s] Prioritizing Your Partner and Your Relationship00:26:53 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=39fCCoaEspo&t=1613s] The Impact of Change and Growth on Relationships00:29:03 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=39fCCoaEspo&t=1743s] The Beauty of Shared Experiences and Values00:31:16 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=39fCCoaEspo&t=1876s] Respecting Individuality and Differences00:32:36 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=39fCCoaEspo&t=1956s] Grieving and Healing: Shalini's Personal Journey00:36:42 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=39fCCoaEspo&t=2202s] Grieving is a Process, Not a Destination00:37:42 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=39fCCoaEspo&t=2262s] The Importance of Living and Loving Again00:39:02 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=39fCCoaEspo&t=2342s] The Challenges of Starting a New Relationship00:41:06 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=39fCCoaEspo&t=2466s] The Importance of Shared Values and Interests00:43:34 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=39fCCoaEspo&t=2614s] Navigating Family Dynamics and Expectations00:45:33 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=39fCCoaEspo&t=2733s] Building a Strong Foundation for a Lasting Relationship00:47:04 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=39fCCoaEspo&t=2824s] Prioritizing Your Relationship and Setting Boundaries00:48:46 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=39fCCoaEspo&t=2926s] Embracing Differences and Finding Balance00:50:45 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=39fCCoaEspo&t=3045s] Living Your Truth and Ignoring the Noise00:52:09 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=39fCCoaEspo&t=3129s] The Changing Roles of Men and Women in Society00:54:08 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=39fCCoaEspo&t=3248s] Embracing Change and Growth in Your Relationship00:56:18 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=39fCCoaEspo&t=3378s] Defining Success on Your Own Terms00:58:01 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=39fCCoaEspo&t=3481s] The Choice to Have Children or Not01:00:45 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=39fCCoaEspo&t=3645s] Marriage: A Personal Choice01:02:10 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=39fCCoaEspo&t=3730s] The Importance of Choosing What Works for You01:02:34 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=39fCCoaEspo&t=3754s] Rapid Fire Round with Shalini & Ammar

Love is in the Air! A Valentine's Day Special with Shiv Simani & Shikie

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?

Healing Through Love: From Trauma to Transformation with Shayoon and Alex

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

Unlock Lasting Love: Secrets to Strong, Fulfilling Relationships

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

The Power of Self-Love: Temina Semo's Journey To Confidence & Authenticity

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