Synergy-Cast

Dr. Kristen Casey—clinical psychologist, content creator, and author of Life Lessons to Master Before you Die: Therapy Insights—joins me for a conversation where we discuss her journey in becoming a mental health clinician, her experiences being a “Tiktok therapist”, what it's like being a therapist in the pandemic, how to prevent clinician burnout, and her favorite tips on how to improve sleep hygiene! Check out Dr. Kristen Casey: Instagram, Tiktok, & Twitter: @drkristencasey; @evolvepsychological Kristen's Website: https://beacons.page/drkristencasey Follow Synergy-Cast: Instagram: @synergycast Resources: National Sleep Foundation: https://www.thensf.org/ American Academy for Sleep Medicine: https://aasm.org/ . . . . . #healing #healingjourney #healingquotes #authentic #authenticity #authenticself #authenticconnection #authenticconnections #sleep #sleepy #sleeptraining #sleeping #sleephygiene #therapistsofinstagram #therapistlife #therapistsupport #burnoutrecovery #burnouts #burnout #therapy #therapyiscool #therapistburnout #clinicians #clinicalpsychology #clinicalpsychologist --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/synergy-cast/message

Rabita Tareque—former U.N. intern and outreach organizer—joins Sanya for a conversation where we discuss her personal experiences being a Bengali, Muslim, immigrant. She opens up about the mental health struggles her and her family have experienced due to their migration journey, and also discusses how her own experiences motivated her to fight for refugee and immigrant rights in the field of international migration herself! *Content Warning: discussing experiences with mental health struggles, including depression. Listen here: https://anchor.fm/synergy-cast Follow Rabita: Instagram: @baeofbengal_ Tiktok: @baeofbengal_ Linktree: https://linktr.ee/rabita.tareque Follow Synergy-Cast: Instagram: @synergycast Support Immigrants: Instagram: @immigrantsrising Linktree: https://linktr.ee/immigrantsrising Website: https://immigrantsrising.org/ Instagram: @migrantfreedom Linktree: https://linktr.ee/freedomforimmigrants Website: https://www.freedomforimmigrants.org/ . . . . #immigrants #refugees #immgrantsmakeamericagreat #immigration #immigrant #nohumanisillegal #refugeeswelcome #refugees #firstgen #firstgeneration #firstgenerationcollegestudent #firstgenerationgraduate #firstgenproblems #muslimamerican #southasian #bangladesh #bangladeshi #international #internationalmigration #un #unitednations #immigrantrights --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/synergy-cast/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/synergy-cast/support

Adelola Adesanya (@mischiefmanagedt) joins Sanya for a conversation where they open up about their personal experiences as BIPOC women growing up in their conservative childhood suburb of Naperville, Illinois. Adelola also shares her experiences being a part of the LGBTQIA+ community, her feelings and thoughts regarding the Black Lives Matter movement, going to therapy, building back autonomy, balancing different aspects of her culture, and finding a community that has helped her feel supported. *Content Warning: discussing experiences regarding racism and anti-Black violence. Follow Adelola: Instagram: @mischiefmanagedt Youtube: ADEPOV https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCk_n5jqsOsCmluid5V4hSnQ Check Out Agbara Life: Instagram:@agbaralife Website: https://www.agbaralife.com/shop Follow Synergy-Cast: Instagram: @synergycast Resources: 24/7 Hotline for LGBTQIA+ Support: https://www.thetrevorproject.org/ . . . . # --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/synergy-cast/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/synergy-cast/support

Sia Natara (@mamasolaris)—yoga teacher, spiritual coach, social media influencer, and mother—joins Sanya for a conversation where they dive into meditation, manifestation, shadow work, harnessing your sexual energy, getting in touch with your inner child, and how we can use spiritual healing to progress social justice! Content Warning: sharing personal experiences with depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, and other mental health conditions. Follow Sia: Instagram, Twitter, and Tiktok: @mamasolaris Linktree: https://linktr.ee/mamasolaris Follow Synergy-Cast: Instagram: @synergycast Links to Support Palestine and Donate to India COVID Relief: Sanya's Linktree: https://linktr.ee/sanyasharose . . . . #spirituality #shadowwork #sexpositive #orgasm #manifestation #meditation #mindfulness #yoga #yogapractice #innerchild #reparenting #socialjustice #BIPOC #peopleofcolor #healing #depression #anxiety #spiritual #spiritualcoach #motherhood #parenting #feelyourfeelings #lawofattraction #LOA #manifest #healingjourney #mentalhealth #mentalhealthawareness --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/synergy-cast/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/synergy-cast/support

Kashish Ali, joins me for a conversation where we open up about our personal views when it comes to love and relationships, and how being first generation and South Asian impacts it! We also share our thoughts on how we personally try to break the cycle when it comes to changing stereotypical ideas and values imposed on women by society and our culture. Follow Kashish: Instagram: @digital.kash Twitter: @digitalkash Facebook: Kashish Ali Follow Synergy-Cast: Instagram: @synergycast Mutual Aids to Support: @free99fridge https://free99fridge.com/ @atlsolfund https://atlsolidarity.org/ @hermosamutualaid https://hermosamutualaid.org/ @gplxc https://www.gplxc.org/mutual-aid @bravespacealliance https://linktr.ee/bravespacealliance Chicago Mutual Aid App: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/mutual-aid-a-helping-hand/id1518174898 . . . . #firstgeneration #mutualaid #wetakecareofus #girlchat #romanticrelationships #settingboundaries #relationshipproblems #southasian #desigirls #browngirls #browngirlproblems #desigirlproblems #breakthecycle #glassceiling #feminist #feminism #podcast #mentalhealth #mentalhealthpodcast #relationalhealth #atlanta #chicago #chicagomutualaid #generation #multigeneration #southasianculture #selflove #selflove #independentwoman #loveyourself #synergycast --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/synergy-cast/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/synergy-cast/support

Daddy Ramazani (yes that's his real name)—director, musician, filmmaker, & comedian—joins Sanya for a conversation where we discuss his personal journey navigating being a creative in these times. Daddy also shares his perspectives on how he uses humor to cope, how intergenerational trauma has shaped his experiences, and how he personally stays mentally and inspirationally aligned. *Content warning: intergenerational trauma, police violence and murder, racism and racial microagressions Follow Daddy: Instagram: @directordaddy Twitter: @directordaddyy Linktree: https://linktr.ee/directordaddy Watch Daddy ft. in "Purple Emoji" Music Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fSDGYnutVlM Learn About Generational Trauma: Website: https://www.ensembletherapy.com/blog/what-is-generational-trauma Books: The Body Keeps the Score by: Bessel Van Der Kolk My Grandmother's Hands by: Resmaa Menakem . . . #comedy #comedian #standupcomedy #standup #standupcomedian #director #filmmaker #musician #intergenerationaltrauma #racisminamerica  #racial injustice #racism #antiracism #antiracist #copingmechanism #microaggressions #humor #senseofhumor #mentalwellness #mentalhealthmatters #songwriter #musicvideo #musicvideos #mentalhealthpodcast #socialjustice #socialjusticepodcast #podcasts #creative #photography #synergycast --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/synergy-cast/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/synergy-cast/support

Marie Tapp—teacher, youth worker, mutual aid organizer, and future mental health professional—joins Sanya where we introduce the concept of abolition, and share our perspectives on how the current police and prison systems in the U.S. are not working. We also discuss the changes we wish to see for a better future that centers wellness for everyone. *Content warning: police and prison systems Follow Marie: Instagram: @mokabear24 Instagram: @wellnessliberationforall Donate to the Far South Side Mutual Aid Group: Venmo: @Marie-Tapp Email : mtapp24@gmail.com Dr. Nadine Burke-Harris (as referenced in episode) Book—The Deepest Well: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/33413909-the-deepest-well Ted talk: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=95ovIJ3dsNk&t=3s . . . #abolition #wellness #socialjustice #centeringwellness #mutualaid #abolishthepolice #abolishprisons #transformativejustice #community #care #communitycare #collective #collectivecare #selfcare #abolitionist #defundthepolice #harm #oppression #capitalism #radicalizingcare #deescalation #mentalhealth #physicalhealth #liberation #liberationforall #humanrights #chicago #investincommunity #accountability #podcast #podcasts #mentalhealthpodcast #socialjusticepodcast #futuretherapist --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/synergy-cast/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/synergy-cast/support

Dr. Sobia Ansari and Dr. Monica Maalouf join Sanya in a conversation where we discuss how healthcare is a human right! We introduce the concept of Medicare for All, and the issues we see with our current healthcare system in the U.S. We also discuss how Medicare for All would benefit all aspects of health and well-being, including physical, mental, and reproductive health, as well as how it would help us fight COVID-19! *Content warning: racism in the healthcare system, and COVID-19 related deaths. Check Out This Week's Guests: Dr. Maalouf's Twitter: @MaaloufMD Dr. Ansari's Twitter:@SobiaNaz77 Follow Synergy-Cast: Instagram: @synergycast Resources: Illinois Single Payer Coalition Website: https://www.ilsinglepayer.org/speakers Physicians for a National Health Program Website:https://pnhp.org/what-is-single-payer/ Health Over Profit Website: http://healthoverprofit.org/ Dr. Nadine Burke Harris TedTalk on How Childhood Trauma Affects Health Across a Lifetime: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=95ovIJ3dsNk&t=3s . . . #healthcare #healthcareisahumanright #medicareforall #singlepayer #improvedmedicareforall #mentalhealth #reproductivehealth #socialjustice #humanrightsactivist #healthcareworkers #physicians #humanrights #equity #equitable #access #accesstohealthcare #covid_19 #podcasts #futuretherapist #mentalhealthisphysicalhealth #synergycast --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/synergy-cast/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/synergy-cast/support

Dr. Prabhjot Singh, Sikh activist and educator, joins Sanya for a conversation where we unpack what is going on with the farmer's protests in India and the larger Sikh genocide. We also discuss how the current political climate impacts the mental health and well-being of Punjabi-Sikhs around the world, and ways you can get involved to learn more and join the cause! *Content warning: suicide, genocide, state terrorism, and police brutality Check out Dr. Prabhjot Singh: Instagram: @__prabhjotsingh Twitter: @doctorsinghh Follow Synergy-Cast on Instagram: @synergycast Sanya's Linktree: https://linktr.ee/sanyasharose More Instagram Accounts to Follow: @sikhexpo @saadda.haq @thesikhstory @ravisinghka @khalsa_aid National Suicide Prevention Hotline: 800-273-8255 https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/ Learn more: https://www.askindiawhy.com/ Sign the Petition: http://chng.it/dNPHvWMzXt Donate: https://www.khalsaaid.org/ https://unitedsikhs.org/punjab-farmers-relief/ https://www.gofundme.com/f/support-farmer-protest-2020-delhi . . #farmersprotests #iamwithfarmers #nofarmersnofood #sikh #sikhism #standwithfarmers #fightforrights #indiangovernment #punjab #punjabi #farmerssupporter #iamwithfarmers #farmersrevolution #injustice #history #rebellion #kissanektazindabad #generationaltrauma #multigenerationaltrauma #awareness #intergenerationaltrauma #ptsd #socialjustice #futuretherapist #mentalhealthmatters #activist #activism #podcaster #podcast #podcasts #synergycast --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/synergy-cast/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/synergy-cast/support

SANJ—singer, songwriter, and musician—joins Sanya for a conversation where we discuss her personal experiences working in the music industry as a South Asian, first generation woman, how music has helped SANJ cope with her mental health, and how representation of BIPOC in the music industry matters! *Content warning: anxiety and depression Listen Here: https://linktr.ee/sanyasharose Check out SANJ: Instagram & Tiktok: @xoxosanj Cloudmind Music Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0MADOCAH0y4 “At Dusk” EP out now: https://album.link/i/1525331726 Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/user/superstarsanju Follow Synergy-Cast on Instagram: @synergycast . . #rnb #darkrnb #musician #music #artist #art #singer #song #songwriter #desi #southasian #firstgeneration #southasianartists #southasianartist #mentalhealth #arttherapy #therapy #failure #progress #lyrics #cloudmind #EP #mentalhealthmatters #podcast #podcasts #synergycast --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/synergy-cast/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/synergy-cast/support

Elias Jade Not Afraid, self-taught beader and member of Apsáalooke Nation (Crow Nation), joins Sanya for a conversation where we unpack Elias's art practice and how his cultural background impacts it. We also discuss decolonizing museums, cultural appropriation vs. cultural appreciation, Elias's personal journey with mental health, and how his beadwork has played a huge role in his healing journey! *Content warning: suicidal ideation and substance use Listen Here: https://linktr.ee/sanyasharose Check out Elias Jade Not Afraid: Instagram: @eliasnotafraid Website: www.eliasjadenotafraid.com Elias Jade Not Afraid featured in Vogue magazine: https://www.vogue.com/article/santa-fe-indian-market-8-artists-to-know Check out the Apsáalooke Women and Warriors Exhibit at the Field Museum: https://www.fieldmuseum.org/exhibitions/apsaalooke-women-and-warriors Follow Synergy-Cast on Instagram: @synergycast Resources: National Suicide Prevention Hotline: 800-273-8255 https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/ Learn About the National Day of Mourning: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/National_Day_of_Mourning_(United_States_protest)#:~:text=Many%20Native%20Americans%20do%20not,relentless%20assault%20on%20their%20cultures. https://www.independent.co.uk/life-style/thanksgiving-dont-celebrate-native-americans-controversial-why-history-pilgrims-a8636201.html . . #beadwork #beading #bead #art #mentalhealth #therapy #selfcare #self-care #arttherapy #artist #artpractice #decolonization #museums #decolonizingmuseums #culturalappropriation #culturalappreciation #synergycast --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/synergy-cast/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/synergy-cast/support

Indigo La'Faith—radio host, model, comedian, artist, social media influencer and tarot reader—joins Sanya for a conversation around all things spirituality: tarot, astrology, lightworkers, spiritual relationships, meditation, and how to use the law of attraction to manifest the life of your dreams! *Content warning: depression and self-harm. Listen Here: https://linktr.ee/sanyasharose Follow Indigo on Social Media: Instagram: @indigo.lafaith Tiktok & Twitter: @indigolafaith YouTube: Indigo La'faith Periscope: @Indigo_Lafaith Radio host: @afrovibesradio Linktree: https://linktr.ee/Indigolafaith Follow Synergy-Cast on Instagram: @synergycast Books Indigo Loves: Black Sun Signs: An African-American Guide to the Zodiac by: Thelma Balfour Lightworker: Understand Your Sacred Role as Healer, Guide, and Being of Light by Sahvanna Arienta The 50th Law with 50 Cent by Robert Greene The Secret by Rhonda Byrne The Beginner's Guide to Divination: Learn the Secrets of Astrology, Numerology, Tarot, and Palm Reading--and Predict Your Future by Adams Media You Are a Badass: How to Stop Doubting Your Greatness and Start Living an Awesome Life by Jen Sincero You Are a Badass at Making Money: Master the Mindset of Wealth by Jen Sincero The Art of Seduction by Robert Greene The 48 Laws of Power by Robert Greene The Laws of Human Nature by Robert Greene Indigo's Favorite Tarot Decks: The Wild Unknown Tarot Deck by Kim Krans Rebel Deck Romance Angel Holistic Tarot Ostara Tarot Phantasmagoric Theatre Work Your Light Oracle Cards Get Your Aquagear Here: https://www.goaquagear.com/ . . #spirituality #tarot #astrology #birthchart #spiritual #crystals #tarotreader #tarotreading #lawofattraction #loa #manifest #manifestation #karmicpartners #karma #twinflame #soulmate #mentalhealth #emotionalhealth #meditation #meditate #lightworker #lightworkers #spiritualrelationships #relationships #books #reading #synergycast --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/synergy-cast/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/synergy-cast/support

Christy Vargas LSW, licensed Social Worker and Therapist, joins Sanya for a conversation on how Social Work involves Social Justice work! We talk about some of Christy's favorite things about being a Social Worker, and also some of the challenges that come with the profession. We also discuss what it's like to be first generation and women of color, both as therapists and also as clients trying to seek services! *Content warning: Depression, Mental Health Conditions, and Racial Microaggressions Listen Here: https://anchor.fm/synergy-cast Follow Christy on Social Media: Instagram: @missxsty_lsw Follow Synergy-Cast: Instagram: @synergycast Resources: Article on how Therapy can Benefit First Generations: https://mywellbeing.com/therapy-101/minority-mental-health-awareness-month#:~:text=Therapy%20can%20help%20first%2Dgeneration,cultures%20and%20their%20expectations%2Fnorms.&text=This%20can%20in%20many%20ways,and%20live%20an%20authentic%20life. Instagram Post on ‘Decolonizing Wellness' Created By @theslowfactory https://www.instagram.com/p/CGStFKMl_w-/?igshid=1q7quwnm3ej7s Instagram Post on ‘Racial Disparities & Discrimination in Mental Health Diagnosis & DSM' Created By @themindhealthspot https://www.instagram.com/p/CDUFdG8jnLB/?igshid=swqc046viw2v Instagram Post on ‘The Impact of Racism on Mental Health' Created By @cthagod https://www.instagram.com/p/CBK7UqpjuQo/?igshid=3wcno838qffe BIPOC Mental Health Accounts to Follow on Instagram: @themindhealthspot @taymocha @blackarttherapistnetwork @innerhealing4women @therapyforblackgirls @ablackfemaletherapist @seerutkchawla @trustmeimasocialworker @inclusivetherapists @sharekindnessloudly @decolonizingtherapy @browngirltherapy @sharekindnessloudly . #socialwork #socialworker #socialjustice #mentalhealth #firstgeneration #therapist #therapy #BIPOC #BIPOCTherapy #Mentalhealthawareness #womenofcolor #womanofcolor #arttherapy --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/synergy-cast/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/synergy-cast/support

Neelam Makhani, singer and activist, joins Sanya for a conversation where we confront anti-black racism in our South Asian and Ismaili Muslim community, and how the Model Minority Myth plays a role in it. We also discuss ways we can unlearn racism in our culture! *Content Warning: anti-black racism Listen Here: https://anchor.fm/synergy-cast Follow Synergy-Cast on Instagram: @synergycast Follow Neelam: Instagram: @neelam_makhani Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzay8Ktp_mWCRmaZLYN2YDg Black Creators Mentioned: @taymocha @indyamoore @yarashahidi @mspackyeti @kerrywashington @amandaseales @therachlindsay South Asian Instagram Accounts Mentioned: @ismailiactivists @taffiyaan @loudmouthladkis @paper.samosa @southasians4blacklives Helpful Books to Learn More About Antiracism: How to Be Antiracist by Ibram X. Kendi Me and White Supremacy by Layla Saad and Robin Diangelo So You Want to Talk About Race by Ijeoma Oluo Beyond Survival by Leah Lakshmi Piepzna-Samarasinha Works Cited: Learn more about the Model Minority Myth: https://publicintegrity.org/inside-publici/newsletters/how-does-the-model-minority-myth-feed-into-racism/?gclid=Cj0KCQjws536BRDTARIsANeUZ58WNB9_Oz60HpMPmIqyeu1BcUsJC8ymCIv7wMJjJJh7SRv-DGKUqzwaAnS5EALw_wcB . . . #southasian #southasiansforblacklives #modelminoritymyth #modelminority #southasianculture #activism #activist #mentalhealth #socialjustice #anti-racist #anti-racism #antiracist #antiracism #podcast #podcasts #awareness #mentalhealthawareness #emotionalintelligence #self-awareness #blacklivesmatter #communitycare  --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/synergy-cast/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/synergy-cast/support

Kyle Cardoza, social media influencer on Instagram and Tiktok, joins Sanya for a conversation on the Law of Attraction—how it's rooted in science, what toxic positivity is and how it's problematic, and how you can use the LOA to achieve the life of your dreams! *Content Warning: Depression and alcohol use Listen Here: https://anchor.fm/synergy-cast Follow Kyle on Social Media: Instagram: @kyle_cardoza95 Tiktok: @kylecardoza95 Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgkV6D_2LZK919GsiH-xPgA Follow Synergy-Cast on Instagram: @synergycast Resources to Learn More About the LOA: Listen to “Your Wish is Your Command” by Kevin Trudeau on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/3Fryxh7a3RUnldJMIOFdQ2 Learn more about Napoleon Hill and his books: https://www.naphill.org/ https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/105232.Law_of_Success Activism and the LOA: http://www.evolve.how/activism-law-of-attraction/ --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/synergy-cast/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/synergy-cast/support

Join fellow voting activist Kristen and I in a conversation where we discuss why it's important to vote, the different ways you can use your voice to vote in this coming election, and the importance of youth getting involved in the voting process! LISTEN HERE: https://anchor.fm/synergy-cast FOLLOW SYNERGY-CAST ON INSTAGRAM: @synergycast CHECK OUT KRISTEN ON INSTAGRAM: @sparks_votes RESOURCES: Election Day: Nov. 3rd, 2020 Register to vote: https://www.vote.org/ Resources for More Informed Voting: https://ballotpedia.org/Sample_Ballot_Lookup https://www.ballotready.org/ Chicago Elections Home: https://chicagoelections.gov/en/home.html Illinois Elections Home: https://www.elections.il.gov/ Apply to be a poll worker in Chicago: https://chipollworker.com/ Voter Suppression via Voter ID act in WI: https://www.motherjones.com/politics/2017/10/voter-suppression-wisconsin-election-2016/ Info on Voting Rights Timelines: https://www.carnegie.org/topics/topic-articles/voting-rights/voting-rights-timeline/?gclid=EAIaIQobChMIpfmvrtLX6wIVQ77ACh13KguhEAAYAiAAEgIFSPD_BwE Data on Felony Convictions in the US by Race: https://link.springer.com/epdf/10.1007/s13524-017-0611-1?author_access_token=jXD6ohexE1c1ur2WRWhpkfe4RwlQNchNByi7wbcMAY4uMYrYNkMZx9I1WjnbPAWM-g13AQlmw4x8-VaL1oT3wS1z7bR6McpJuw6uJspKuwHQtTd1alIFBkHajdo4QVT1CPUCL7C_5xQhC8-ZXzjA6g%3D%3D Voting Rights Info for People with Felonies: https://www.ncsl.org/research/elections-and-campaigns/felon-voting-rights.aspx Article on voting rights in Florida: https://www.newyorker.com/magazine/2020/09/07/who-gets-to-vote-in-florida Limiting Polling Places Citation: https://www.reuters.com/article/us-usa-election-locations/southern-us-states-have-closed-1200-polling-places-in-recent-years-rights-group-idUSKCN1VV09J

This is part 2/2 in this series: Amber and I continue our conversation from part 1, and discuss representation of South Asians in the film industry, we share our opinions on the new Netflix shows: Never Have I Ever and Indian Matchmaking, beauty standards in the media, and how to embrace body positivity! FOLLOW FOR UPDATES: Instagram: @synergycast CHECK OUT AMBER AND HER PROJECTS: Personal Instagram: @amberoonmoon Business Facebook and Instagram: @ambereswanistudios Website: https://ambereswani.com/ Amber's Film Facebook and Instagram: @fuzzylegsfilm Amber's Film website: https://www.fuzzylegsfilm.com/ Ismaili Artists Alliance Facebook and Instagram: @ismailiartistsalliance 3 AM Thoughts: @3amthoughtschi RESOURCES: Fatimah Asghar Website: https://www.fatimahasghar.com/ Fatimah Asghar Instagram: @asgharthegrouch Karan Sunil Instagram: @ksunzz --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/synergy-cast/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/synergy-cast/support

This is part 1/2 in this series: Join my cousin Amber and I in a conversation on her experiences having a career in the film industry, how being a South Asian and Ismaili Muslim woman plays a role in her career, and how she eventually got to create her own film! Check out Part 2 for more of this conversation! *Content Warning: harassment in the workplace FOLLOW FOR UPDATES: Instagram: @synergycast CHECK OUT AMBER AND HER PROJECTS: Personal Instagram: @amberoonmoon Business Facebook and Instagram: @ambereswanistudios Website: https://ambereswani.com/ Amber's Film Facebook and Instagram: @fuzzylegsfilm Amber's Film website: https://www.fuzzylegsfilm.com/ Ismaili Artists Alliance Facebook and Instagram: @ismailiartistsalliance 3 AM Thoughts: @3amthoughtschi RESOURCES: Learn More About the Ismaili Community: https://the.ismaili/#:~:text=The%20Shia%20Ismaili%20Muslims%20are,leader --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/synergy-cast/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/synergy-cast/support

Join my partner Manmeet Singh Dhillon and I in a conversation on our personal experiences navigating healthy relationships! We discuss what we look for in a partner, some common misconceptions about relationships, codependency and interdependency, love languages, how our South Asian cultural background plays a role in our relationship, and answering questions that were sent to us at the end.  LISTEN TO THE EPISODE HERE: https://anchor.fm/sanya-jaffer FOLLOW FOR UPDATES: Instagram: @synergycast HOW TO REACH MANMEET: Instagram: @mr.manmeetsdhillon RESOURCES: Learn more about the five Love Languages here: https://www.5lovelanguages.com/ Domestic Violence Hotline and Resources: For anyone affected by abuse and needing support, please call the Domestic Violence Hotline number at: 1-800-799-7233 If you're unable to speak over the phone, you can log onto thehotline.org or text LOVEIS to 22522. Please visit this website to learn more and find resources: https://www.thehotline.org/ --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/synergy-cast/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/synergy-cast/support

Join my childhood friend, Aliya Manjee and I, in a conversation about her law career working in Washington D.C. on Capitol Hill, the challenges that come with growing up as a South Asian and first generation woman, mental health in our cultural community, and how we can start breaking down the stigma of talking about it! LISTEN TO THE EPISODE HERE: https://anchor.fm/sanya-jaffer FOLLOW FOR UPDATES: Instagram: @synergycast GET IN TOUCH WITH ALIYA: Follow her on Instagram and Twitter: @aliya_manj RESOURCES: Silk + Sonder Journaling company: http://silksonder.refr.cc/aliyam Learn more about the Ismaili community: https://the.ismaili/#:~:text=The%20Shia%20Ismaili%20Muslims%20are,leader)%2C%20and%20direct%20descendant%20of --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/synergy-cast/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/synergy-cast/support

Join my good friend Tierra and I in a conversation centering around self-care. We discuss self-awareness, what self-care looks like, how it goes hand in hand with feminism and mental health, boundaries, the importance of doing nothing and being at peace with being alone, and so much more! Tierra also discusses her experiences and thoughts regarding mental health and self-care in the black community, and how her culture plays a role in her practice of self-care. FOLLOW FOR UPDATES: Instagram: @synergycast GET IN TOUCH WITH TIERRA: Follow her on Instagram: @tierra_95 RESOURCES: Learn more about Audre Lorde's quote on self-care as a part of feminism and within the black community: https://www.bitchmedia.org/article/audre-lorde-thought-self-care-act-political-warfare Follow @audrelordeproject on Instagram --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/synergy-cast/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/synergy-cast/support

WHITE PRIVILEGE AND WHAT THAT MEANS IN AMERICA TODAY, PART 2. Join my peers and I in a conversation about what white privilege is and what that means in America today, from the perspectives of future art therapists and mental health professionals! We discuss what white privilege is, what emotions and thoughts come up with it, how to sit with the discomfort of these feelings, how it relates to the current political climate with the Black Lives Matter movement, and how it relates to the fields of mental health and Art Therapy. LISTEN TO THE EPISODE HERE: On Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5ZN9Vzexz5OiMg1bSAuFNI?si=3WOH3ympRHaAiLZLQmDuQA Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/synergy-cast/id1515194660 If you don't have Spotify or Apple podcasts you can listen here: https://anchor.fm/sanya-jaffer FOLLOW FOR UPDATES: Instagram: @synergycast HOW TO REACH MY PEERS: Courtney Bennett: @c.artney (Instagram); cabennett9@gmail.com (personal email) Julienne Gerner: juliennegerner@gmail.com (personal email) Laura Young: @lbyoung_ (Instagram) Katherine Lamb: slamb1@saic.edu (school email) Amethyst Strivelli: @ShazzAmethyst (Twitter) LEARN MORE ABOUT WHITE PRIVILEGE: Books: Me and White Supremacy by Layla Saad How to be an Anti-Racist by Ibram X. Kendi Between the World and Me by Ta-Nehisi Coates The Bluest Eye by Toni Morrison Beloved by Toni Morrison Living A Feminist Life by: Sara Ahmed The History of White People by Nell Irvin Painter New York Times Best-Seller Book List: https://www.nytimes.com/books/best-sellers/ Accounts to Follow on Instagram: @grassrootslaw @taymocha @letstalkaboutit_podcast @decolonizingtherapy @thelovelandfoundation @rachel.cargle @laylafsaad @ibramxk @austinchanning @thebodyisnotanapology @ckyourprivilege @christenacleveland @nowhitesaviors Websites/Youtube Videos: https://www.dismantlecollective.org/resources/ https://www.accessliving.org/newsroom/teammember/angel-love-miles-ph-d/ https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=mxa43H8m034 nowhitesaviors.org cantv.org --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/synergy-cast/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/synergy-cast/support

WHITE PRIVILEGE AND WHAT THAT MEANS IN AMERICA TODAY. Join my good friend Hannah and I in a conversation about the current events that are occurring with the Black Lives Matter movement, white privilege, privileges that come with being non-black and a person of color, and the role politics can play in social justice. FOLLOW FOR UPDATES: Instagram: @synergycast HOW TO REACH HANNAH: Instagram: @hannahgkelley TikTok: @hgkelley Gmail: hannahgkelley486@gmail.com LEARN MORE: Black Lives Matter Website: https://blacklivesmatter.com/ Donate to Black Lives Matter: https://secure.actblue.com/donate/ms_blm_homepage_2019 Resources for White Allies: https://www.dismantlecollective.org/resources/ South Asian Guide to Talking to Family Members About Anti-Blackness: https://www.instagram.com/p/CA1IoOZlhZ-/?igshid=wdod89mfh5mh More Places You Can Donate: https://www.thecut.com/2020/05/george-floyd-protests-how-to-help-where-to-donate.html --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/synergy-cast/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/synergy-cast/support

ARE YOU SELF CRITICAL? Join me in a conversation where I discuss the concept self-compassion versus self criticism. I discuss a book I have been reading on this topic by Kristin Neff, Phd. which is all about where self criticism comes from, and how we can get on the path towards self compassion. when we operate out of love instead of fear, we can live happier and healthier lives. Kristin Neff's website: https://self-compassion.org/ Follow Kristin Neff on Twitter: @self_compassion Link to the book on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Self-Compassion-Proven-Power-Being-Yourself/dp/0061733520 Link to TedTalk by Kristin Neff on Self-Compassion: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IvtZBUSplr4 --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/synergy-cast/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/synergy-cast/support

This episode is pt. 2/2 in this series: Sanya continues introducing herself and her cultural background, her spiritual journey, and what to expect if you choose to listen to Synergy-Cast! Follow Synergy-Cast on Instagram: @synergycast Follow Sanya on Instagram: @sanyasharose Follow Sanya's Photography Instagram: @sanyasharosephotography --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/synergy-cast/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/synergy-cast/support

This is part 1/2 in this series: In this first episode, Sanya introduces herself and what brought her to the field of art therapy, as well as creating this podcast! Listen to pt. 2 to hear more about her cultural and spiritual background. Follow Synergy-Cast on Instagram: @synergycast Follow Sanya on Instagram: @sanyasharose Follow Sanya's Photography Instagram: @sanyasharosephotography --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/synergy-cast/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/synergy-cast/support

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