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Finally got a chance to share some thoughts on the new yearhow are you doing?Listen to the #urdupodcast Instagram page: Urdu CoveYour support lets us know that we should keep doing more آپ کی رائے بہت اہم ہے اور ہمارے آگے بڑھنے کے لئے بہت ضروری ہےہمارے فیس بک پیج پر جانے کے لئے یہاں کلک کیجیئےHere is the link to the Urdupun facebook page: podcast description: To leave a voice message, click hereاپنی آواز میں پیغام دینے کے لئے یہاں کلک کیجیئےPlease take a moment to rate us (for Apple users): Click hereہماری پاڈ کاسٹ کو ریٹ کرنے کے لئے یہاں پر کلک کیجیئے

We are starting off 2022 with this iconic book review written by Gavin De BeckerThis book has a wealth of information on how to recognize the danger signals that are meant to protect you. This instinct is a gift that we must learn to appreciate and use in our daily life.Listen to the #urdupodcast Instagram page: Urdu CoveYour support lets us know that we should keep doing more آپ کی رائے بہت اہم ہے اور ہمارے آگے بڑھنے کے لئے بہت ضروری ہےہمارے فیس بک پیج پر جانے کے لئے یہاں کلک کیجیئےHere is the link to the Urdupun facebook page: podcast description: To leave a voice message, click hereاپنی آواز میں پیغام دینے کے لئے یہاں کلک کیجیئےPlease take a moment to rate us (for Apple users): Click hereہماری پاڈ کاسٹ کو ریٹ کرنے کے لئے یہاں پر کلک کیجیئے

Join us as we discuss the first book in the series Firdaus and friends. Dr. Sara Alavi started it with the book, Firdaus Learns about the Heart. She wrote it especially for young Muslims so we can make science more interesting for them to learn.Representation matters!Follow Urdu Pun on InstagramJoin our Facebook pageYou can find her on Instagram @firdausandfriendsTo buy the book in the US click hereWe love to hear from you!If you have a question or comment or would like to be featured in an episode, send us an email or voice message urdupun@gmail.comTo leave a voice message, click herePlease take a moment to rate us (for Apple users): Click here

What makes some people successful and not others?Do you have to be born lucky or smart or a combination of both?Or is it a matter of being born with the right connections?This very popular book dives into these questions and the author has some very insightful theories that he discusses. Join us in this Urdu Pun Urdu podcast where we discuss the book Outliers by Malcolm GladwellSumbul and I really enjoyed this review and we also have some personal insights to add.You can find the book here on AmazonPlease rate our podcast (Apple users click here)Send us an email on urdupun@gmail.comTo leave a voice message, click here

Did you know that Pakistan is amongst the top twenty countries with the highest illiteracy rate?The Citizens Foundation is a non-profit trying to bring quality education to underprivileged kids in Pakistan.I had the pleasure of talking to Marisa who is working as a Baghban member to raise funds for five classrooms for a year. To donate: click here (for the campaign)I also have a detailed blog post talking about the work of the citizens foundation and the other ways you can contribute. Click to read the blog post

Meet the author and illustrator of the beautiful book Alif Se UrduSarah Hashmi is a Pakistani-Canadian author with a Degree from NCA. She is passionate about creating good-quality Urdu books for children in Pakistani families.In this episode we talked about Urdu books and why is it so hard to find good ones?Listen to this episode to find out how she was able to publish.You can check out her beautiful book at the link belowBuy the book Alif Se Urdu (Amazon link)Please rate and review this episode to help us create more Urdu contentIf you have a question or comment or would like to be featured in an episode, send us an email or voice message at: urdupun@gmail.comاگر آپ ہمیں کوئی پیغام دینا چاہتے ہیں تو ہمیں اس پتے پر ایی میل کیجیئےurdupun@gmail.com To leave a voice message, click hereاپنی آواز میں پیغام دینا چاہیں تو یہاں پر کلک کیجیئےPlease take a moment to rate us (for Apple users): Click hereپاڈکاسٹ کو ریٹ کرنے کے لیئے یہاں پر کلک کیجیئے

This is an exciting episode for Urdu PunAllama Iqbal is considered one of the greatest philosophers and thinkers born in the subcontinent. His concept of self or خودی is widely known but I doubt it is understood well. I wanted to engage in a discussion to understand what it means and how it is still very much relevant to our society today.So I invited someone who I consider to be an expert given her history as a teacher and student of Urdu in Pakistan.That is my mother Mrs. Rukhsana.I thoroughly enjoyed this discussion and I hope you share your thoughts with us as wellLink to the translation of Israr-e-khudi by Professor Nicholson If you have a question or comment or would like to be featured in an episode, send us an email or voice message urdupun@gmail.comTo leave a voice message, click herePlease take a moment to rate us (for Apple users): Click here

July and August have been hectic with a move. This month we are talking about the book, Give and Take by Adam Grant.Are you a loser for sharing or giving your time, resources, etc to those who need them? This book answers this question with a lot of research and concrete examples to follow.If you have a question or comment or would like to be featured in an episode, send us an email or voice message at urdupun@gmail.comTo leave a voice message, click herePlease take a moment to rate us (for Apple users): Click here

We are excited to bring you the review of the world-famous Marie Kondo book that talks about the importance of finding Joy in your belongings.Sumbul and I talked about our experience of reading the book and applying some of the principles that it talks about.You can buy the book here If you have a question or comment or would like to be featured in an episode, send us an email or voice message urdupun@gmail.comTo leave a voice message, click herePlease take a moment to rate us (for Apple users): Click hereTimestamps00:00:36 Introduction to tidying up00:01:52 Sumbul introduces her impression of the book00:02:40 Author's background in tidying up00:03:40 What is the difference between cleaning and tidying00:05:20 The five categories of tidying up00:05:50 Sumbul talks about the show based on the book00:08:01 Sumbul's disagreement with the philosophy00:08:55 How you identify Joy00:10:01 the five categories in order00:12:30 Identifying the purpose of things in your life00:14:30 How to stack things in drawers 00:18:13 Organizing space to compact storage00:19:00 Spiritual aspect of maintaining your things00:21:40 How Sumbul's daughter repurposed the extra space00:24:50 Book category00:26:40 How to bid farewell to your items00:30:00 Sumbul and I differ on books00:33:22 Sumbul share a hack for tackling paper00:35:33 Repurpose your storage00:38:10 Handling coins Kumono00:42:07 Repurposing things that bring you joy00:47:00 Avoid doing this if you are not sure00:52:50 Difference in outlook00:55:50 Practical experience after tidying00:58:32 How to bid farewell to things that no longer spark joy01:00:57 The youngest convert of Kon Marie method If you have a question or comment or would like to be featured in an episode, send us an email or voice message urdupun@gmail.comTo leave a voice message, click herePlease take a moment to rate us (for Apple users): Click here

*timestamps below*Read the blog post If you have a question or comment or would like to be featured in an episode, send us an email or voice message urdupun@gmail.comTo leave a voice message, click herePlease take a moment to rate us (for Apple users): Click hereStepping into motherhood brings several challenges for new moms.Breastfeeding is one of them.After my personal experience, I realized that the process of establishing a healthy breastfeeding relationship is poorly understood.Even as a physician, I felt myself struggling a lot.In this series of Podcast episodes, I will be discussing common breastfeeding problems that mothers face.Dr. Zahra Kamal is an IBCLC certified Lactation Consultant (very few of them are around in Pakistan) In addition, she is also a child specialist (Board-certified Pediatrician) and has very valuable insightsLink to the blog post Timestamps:2:30 Dr. Kamal discusses what made her decide on becoming a Lactation Consultant3:45 I discuss my personal experience with a lactation consultant6:50 Dr. Kamal talks about the common concerns new mothers have8:10 She talks about the effects breastfeeding has on both the mother and child's health12:20 Mother's health while breastfeeding17:10 What is important in the first few days28:15 Saving the milk to feed later34:10 Should it hurt?42:30 Positions to try for improving latchingIf you have a question or comment or would like to be featured in an episode, send us an email or voice message urdupun@gmail.comTo leave a voice message, click herePlease take a moment to rate us (for Apple users): Click here

We hear Ego is not good but do you know what it means to have an Ego?This month, we dive deep into what the Author Ryan Holiday considers our biggest enemy: our Ego!Link to Amazon: Buy Ego is the enemyIf you have a question or comment or would like to be featured in an episode, email us at urdupun@gmail.comTo leave a voice message, click herePlease take a moment to rate us (for Apple users): Click hereTimestamps of our discussion00:40 Sumbul talks about the book01:00 Sumbul explains why she chose this book Ego is the Enemy02:00 Author Ryan Holiday's background03:30 Sumbul introduces the book05:50 To be or to do 07:32 Sumbul explains how we become victims of ego08:50 Why you should not be passionate11:50 Become a student13:00 How achieving means your work has just started15:50 What makes networking important16:56 Sumbul recaps Adam Grant's book Give and Take22:10 How ego feds paranoia23:20 Euthymia25:50 Ego changes with your status26:30 Attitude of people in Pakistan in authority29:30 Sumbul shares her experience of people with ego30:44 How Angela Markel has an ego defying personality33:17 Ego's role in our failure36:50 Sumbul gives an example of control over Ego37:40 Story of Katharine Graham from Washington Post 40:40 How Malcolm X used jail time as alive time42:45 How our Prophet wanted us to learn 43:50 You need to maintain your own scorecard44:00 You have to compete with yourself46:35 How you should choose love over hate47:10 Choosing love as an immigrant49:00 Sumbul's difference in opinion52:55 Sumbul's rating and final thoughts54:06 My rating and final thoughtsIf you have a question or comment or would like to be featured in an episode, please email usTo leave a voice message, click herePlease take a moment to rate us (for Apple users): Click here

آج کی قسط کا موضوع آپ کو کافی دلچسپ لگے گاامید ہے کہانی پسند آئے گیآخر ڈیڑھ اینٹ کی مسجد ہوتی کیا چیز ہے؟If you have a question or comment or would like to be featured in an episode, please email usTo leave a voice message, click herePlease take a moment to rate us (for Apple users): Click here

I had the pleasure of interviewing Ms. Injilah Wajih for my podcast. She is a Pakistani Canadian Children's book author. She is also a passionate Montessori teacher and loves kids.Her books are available through this link for purchaseMontessori as a parent article on my websiteLinks mentioned in the podcast are below:AMI diploma course (One year from Pakistan) Facebook group for Muslim women Authors If you have a question or comment or would like to be featured in an episode, send us an email or voice message urdupun@gmail.comTo leave a voice message, click herePlease take a moment to rate us (for Apple users): Click hereTimestamps:00:35 Introduction to Ms. Injilah Wajih01:28 Ms. Injilah tell us about herself03:00 She talks about her mother's teaching experience04:00 Montessori Diploma course in Pakistan06:15 How teaching in Canada leads to more sense of ownership07:20 What made her choose Montessori10:10 How Pakistanis in Canada miss the culture and language11:25 How being Pakistani Montessori teacher helped her students13:00 About her facebook storytime experience14:38 Her inspiration for writing a Pakistani themed book for Children17:00 Her friend encouraged her to publish21:38 She talks about the Pakistan elements in the book24:00 What is the process of self publishing like in Canada27:38 She talks about Aao Eid Manain29:40 Her experience with teaching Urdu to her daughter35:10 How people of other ethnicities like to speak their laguage38:10 How you can find the inspiration to start your author journey43:10 Montessori and real life45:10 How older children help in Montessori47:00 Montessori tips for lockdown with children51:10 Translating Good Morning song into Urdu55:40 our closing remarks about the bookIf you have a question or comment or would like to be featured in an episode, send us an email or voice message urdupun@gmail.comTo leave a voice message, click herePlease take a moment to rate us (for Apple users): Click here

This is the second part of the Atomic Habits book review in Urdu.We talk about the steps in creating a habit, how to maintain a good habit and how to stop bad habits from coming backPlus Sumbul shares how the book has transformed her day-to-day work.To listen to part 1, click here.I mentioned a habit tracker in this episode. You can use it to keep a record of your new habit.Click here to get the habit tracker download for free.اگر آپ ہمارے لئے کوئی پیغام یا رائے ریکارڈ کروانا چاہتے ہیں تو یہاں پر کلک کریں اور بٹن دبا کر میسج بھیجیں۔To leave a voice message, click herePlease take a moment to rate us (for Apple users): Click here

*scroll down for timestamps*This month's book is all about the principles of making or breaking a habit. It is called Atomic Habits by James Clear.This bestseller book has a huge following precisely because of its no-nonsense approach to practical and actionable advice on habit formation.The second part will be out next week.Click here for the link to buy the bookTo leave a voice message, click herePlease take a moment to rate us (for Apple users): Click hereTimestamps01:00 Introduction to the book02:00 Sumbul's impression about the book04:00 Concept of getting better by 1% and how to achieve it06:00 Control your environment07:25 How tiny changes can make a big difference09:15 The book's impact on my journey11:10 Making the habit of blogging13:01 How habits help you improve your brain's decision making power15:40 How Sumbul used a simple habit to automate meal planning 21:00 planning a system to create a habit as a parent23:15 The four principles of habit formation cue, craving, react, reward25:30 Sumbul's cue for making time to be more efficient28:00 Stacking your habit with an existing habit helps you stick to it33:00 Unloading your thoughts in a productive way34:30: Avoiding temptation to maintain your habit36:00 How Sumbul created a positive association with Ramzan38:20 Choosing your circle of people40:00 Habits shape our identity42:38 How to make a habit easy43:51 The two minutes rule47:00 Making the habit to start making small changes50:18 What happens when you miss52:00 How habits make identity easy for the kids55:55 Rating of the bookTo leave a voice message, click herePlease take a moment to rate us (for Apple users): Click here

Today's episode is a short one but means so much to me.This episode marks the 14th podcast episode.Most podcasts die before 13 episodes so this one is extra special.I wanted to talk about the journey that got me here.Dhaara is Urdu for streamIf you have a question or comment or would like to be featured in an episode, please email usTo leave a voice message, click herePlease take a moment to rate us (for Apple users): Click here

We have a special guest for this episode.Faiza is a children's book AuthorHer book 'aik kala billa' is available for purchase through this linkShe has a great vision to create libraries in Pakistan for children.Her story is truly amazing and you will really enjoy hearing about it in this fun interviewTimestamps are at the bottomIf you have a question or comment or would like to be featured in an episode, please email usTo leave a voice message, click herePlease take a moment to rate us (for Apple users): Click hereTimestamps:0:00:44 Introduction0:02:00 Faiza's introduction0:03:40 Faiza's personal background0:05:00 Our experiences being different0:06:50 My experience as a Doctor in America0:08:45 Perception about our English as immigrants0:09:30 Faiza's Nani's interesting story0:11:47 Our own prejudices0:14:50 How her children are experiencing being multicultural0:19:00 Grapes and learning0:20:50 How she came up with the book0:24:20 How Faiza demonstrated her growth mindset0:27:10 How books can be a medium of change0:29:40 My experience with languages in California0:31:10 How language shapes our children's identity0:33:35 How we can break the cycle of desi steroetypes0:36:00 The sad event in Atlanta0:37:40 My experience with the Manzanar WW2 internment site0:41:00 What leads to so many hate crimes0:44:10 What can we do to counter hate0:47:33 How we have so much in common0:50:55 Military advertisement story0:53:40 How we sought to be together during evolution0:58:20 The library experience in Pakistan and abroad1:03:30 The venture in Skardu1:04:00 How sanitation products led to the idea1:07:49 Bilingual story-time 1:10:55 How Children's books are incredibly important1:13:45 Closing remarks about Aik Kala Billa

Have you wondered about the concepts of herd immunity? Today's episode is about a sad reality around us. The pandemic is not as strong as a year ago but Pakistan is suffering so much. A big part is the thinking we all have developed over time.This episode is on how our actions can save lives or risk them.If you have a question or comment or would like to be featured in an episode, please email usTo leave a voice message, click herePlease take a moment to rate us (for Apple users): Click here

The second book of the book review series was selected by Sumbul and I cannot wait for you to hear about it.If you have not heard the first book review episode click here to listenMindset was written by Carol Dweck, who is a renowned American Psychologist. She has worked extensively to find out what is it that makes some people become more successful than others.The answer lies in the mind.You can buy the book from this linkTo leave us a voice message to read on the podcast, click hereRate us (for Apple users): Click hereEpisode time stamps[00:00] - Intro[01:00] - Sumbul introduces the book[01:40] - Mindset in Urdu[03:12] - Author Carol Dweck's introduction[04:40] - How Sumbul was able to reflect on her own experience[05:30] - The main difference between the two mindsets[07:00] - How mainstream media portrays success[10:00] - How Mindset and identity clash[11:50] - Sumbul shares how you can use your mindset in your favor[15:30] - How did people with a growth mindset work[18:20] - What mindset does to failure[19:00] - What is false growth mindset[20:25] - How being a girl or a boy affects your midset[22:10] - Link between IQ test and intelligence[23:10] - How mindset affects the relationship between partners[26:10] - Conflict resolution and mindset[29:05] - Language learning and mindset[32:00] - Using mindset as a parent to guide children[38:05] - How you can implement this book[41:30] - Changing your own mindset[43:05] - Rating[44:20] - Final remarksYou can send us an email or voice message at urdupun@gmail.com

To support us, please rate Urdu Pun here (for Apple users): Click hereOpportunity cost: an economic term or our everyday reality Did you think about the cost of having it all? Is it even possible?What if that concept is deeply flawed?That is the subject of this episodeThere is a concept of Opportunity Cost at play almost every single moment in our lifeWomen are disproportionately affected by itThis Urdu podcast is about how we can explore it and learn from itLink to the article mentioned: click here to readIf you have a question or comment or would like to be featured in an episode, please email usTo leave a voice message, click herePlease take a moment to rate us (for Apple users): Click here

This Urdu podcast is about Urdu!اردو ورثہ ہے یا ترکہ؟Should we cherish it or forget about it?I will discuss my opinions on the language.I have also mentioned an article in this podcast which can be read hereAlse, this podcast would be incomplete if I did not mention this beautiful conversation by Dr. Arfa Syeda Zehra, please click here to watchIf you have a question or comment or would like to be featured in an episode, please email us To leave a voice message, click herePlease take a moment to rate us (for Apple users): Click here

This week it is all about Mind reading.As humans we have the unique ability to read each other's cues and it can seem like we know intuitively what the other person is saying.While it is a valuable skill to have, it can often go too far and become a debilitating issue.In my podcast, I will talk about how we need to limit and assess our perceived mind reading skills.we often don't know what we think we know.All you have to do is ask and make sure you are not falling into a rabbit hole.Mind reading needs to be cautious and you have to take a minute.To leave a voice message, click herePlease take a moment to rate us (for Apple users): Click here

I will talk about the various aspects of being perceived as assertive versus aggressive as a female.We have cultural conditioning that labels women as aggressive when they are trying to be assertive, hence the willingness to ascend to leadership roles is hindered.In my podcast, I discuss my personal experience with this phenomenon and a few things to consider.I mention the leadership likability double bind that women face often in positions of power. Link to a fascinating article here that talks about it further.Here is the link to the Harvard Business Review article I mention in the podcast Click to readTo leave a voice message, click herePlease take a moment to rate us (for Apple users): Click here

Show Your Work by Austin KleonUrdu Pun Book review Episode 1Join me and Sumbul as we kick off our monthly Book review podcast series.First Tuesday of every month, we are going to discuss a book in Urdu.This month we are talking about a book that has inspired me in so many ways.That book is Austin Kleon's Show your work. Buy here(amazon affiliate link)To leave a voice message, click hereRate us (for Apple users): Click hereEpisode time stamps[00:00] - Intro[00:44] -Introduction to the book review series, why we are doing this[01:27] - Welcome Sumbul![03:53] - Book introduction[04:03] - Why did I choose this book[05:40] - Author (Austin Kleon ) background[06:40] - Why you do not have to be a Genius[10:30] - Sumbul shares a heartbreaking personal story[11:56] - How to put your work to work for your networking[14:52] - Learn the process and teach what you know[17:08] -The power of storytelling[19:08] - How can busy parents make time[24:41] - Who should read this book[26:31] - ratingIf you have feedback for us, email us at urdupun@gmail.com

This week we are talking about Imposter syndrome, aka جعلی پنI will start by talking about what it means to experience itThen I will talk about the factors that might be affecting your feeling of experiencing this.After that, I will talk about a few strategies to tackle itI will also touch upon the phenomenon spotlight effect (link here)As always, I value your feedbackPlease email us at urdupun@gmail.comTo rate this podcast (Apple users only) Please click here

The fourth episode is about a very precious asset that we all have but we do not treat it as such.I am going to talk about how our attention is a social capital that we do not appreciate as much as we should.I will touch upon the evolution of social media as I experienced it, then how the goals have changed recently and what is the impact on our decisions that we consider to be personal.then I will discuss some data related to attention and how disruptive it can be.In the end, I will talk about a few things to do instead.Rate us (for Apple users) https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/urdu-pun/id1550681474Link for data related to attention: https://www.ics.uci.edu/~gmark/chi08-mark.pdfhttps://www.themuse.com/advice/this-is-nuts-it-takes-nearly-30-minutes-to-refocus-after-you-get-distractedhttps://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/americans-check-their-phones-96-times-a-day-300962643.html

In this episode, I will talk about the perception that we need permission to venture out on our own.I will touch upon my own experience growing up in a Government (Public school) and how one of my teachers really inspired me to do something I would have been scared to do.Then I take about the circumstances where permission is easier to assume.I then discuss the compound benefits of assuming you have permission to try new things on your own and how it helps your development.Then I probe analysis paralysis as a phenomenon that stops us from trying anything new.As always, please remember to rate and review the podcasthttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/urdu-pun/id1550681474

In the second episode of Urdu Pun, I talk about my experience with education and what it means to be educated.In the first part, I talk about my somewhat unique educational experience growing up. Followed by some challenging events in my life that lead me to reflect on the meaning of education and how I came upon the Montessori education.Then I speak about some scientific background of learning.After that, I discuss the differences between education and learning based on my own experience.Then I discuss how I evolved in my learning process.I move on to my residency experience.Then I talk about Gallup education survey results to put the data in context.Then I end with some practical tips for parents.Link to the blog post mentioned: Click here

Welcome to my first-ever podcast episode. I am exploring my Urdu voice so the flow is a work in progress.This podcast will explore what our Urdu identity is like.In this episode, I talk about the essential dilemma we all face as immigrants: blending in or standing out.You will hear my take on it.Share your thoughts and feedback onurdupun@gmail.com