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A bilingual podcast in Arabic and English, specially designed for Arab women with western influences. Hosted by Nancy and Nesreen, two mothers and friends, who are on a journey of self-discovery and personal growth. They aim to uncover life's complexities sharing stories and insights in a relatable and insightful manner. In the first season, "Reflections" they will lead you down memory lane, revisiting significant moments in their lives, offering valuable insights and lessons learned. From c ...
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S2E7 | What If I Navigate Chaos? The Week I Disengage From Drama: Understanding the Science Behind Gossip, Unspoken Rules in Women’s Circles, and the Burnout of Relational Expectations!
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Send us a text Join Nancy and Nesreen in Episode 7 of Season 2 of “Shay w Ahwa”: INTENTIONS This week, they explore the chaos of social drama—especially within women’s friendships. From gossip to emotional burnout, they unpack what fuels drama, why it spreads, and how to step away from it. They reflect on a weeklong challenge of avoiding negativity…
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S2E6 | What If I Make It Make Sense? The Week I Understand The Messy Middle: Discussing Midlife, Hormones & Perimenopause!
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Send us a text Join Nancy and Nesreen in Episode 6 of Season 2 of “Shay w Ahwa”: “INTENTIONS” In this episode, they dive into a sensitive yet often avoided topic: the messy middle. Many women face a chaotic midlife phase shaped by hormonal shifts, shifting identities, and big life choices. For one week, they journaled their emotions and triggers to…
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S2E5 | What If I Pursue Vitality? The Week I Move Like My Ancestors: Tapping into Primal Movement, Functional Fitness & the Power of Muscle for Longevity!
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Send us a text Join Nancy and Nesreen in Episode 5 of Season 2 of “Shay w Ahwa”: INTENTIONS This week, Nancy and Nesreen dive into a personal fitness challenge: 45 minutes of movement every day for one week. They share how it reshaped their views on exercise and what it taught them about their bodies, energy, and aging. In this episode, they explor…
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S2E4 | What If I I Listen to My Gut? The Week I Discover My Nutritional Blueprint: Exploring Bio-Individuality, the Microbiome & Nutrition Biohacks!
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Send us a text Join Nancy and Nesreen in Episode 4 of Season 2 of “Shay w Ahwa”: INTENTIONS In this episode, they take on a week-long nutrition challenge—exploring how food and fasting affect their bodies, energy, and emotions. Along the way, they discover the power of bio-individuality and the importance of tuning into their own nutritional needs.…
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S2E3 | What If I Embrace The Elements? The Week I Connect With Nature: Exploring Grounding, Mindful Breathing, Water & Sunlight as Daily Medicine!
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Send us a text Join Nancy and Nesreen in Episode 3 of Season 2 of “Shay w Ahwa”: INTENTIONS This week, they reconnect with nature’s core elements—Earth, Fire, Water, and Air—by spending a week grounding, sun-soaking, hydrating, and deep breathing. In a world that moves fast, they slow down and reflect on how these basic connections impact our mood,…
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S2E2 | What If I Chase Dreams? The Week I Prioritize Sleep: Exploring Sleep Stages, Caffeine’s Impact & Why Sleep Is the Ultimate Foundation for Health!
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Send us a text Join Nancy and Nesreen in Episode 2 of Season 2 of “Shay w Ahwa”: INTENTIONS This week, they explore the question: Why do we sleep? After committing to 8 hours of sleep each night for a week, they reflect on what they learned—about rest, recovery, and how sleep shapes every part of our lives. In this episode, they’ll: Share their sle…
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S2E1 | What If I Change The Narrative? The Week I Set My Intentions: A New Year’s Day Reflection on the Power of Intention in Our Pivot Year!
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Send us a text WHAT IF I CHANGE THE NARRATIVE? The Week I Set My Intentions Join Nancy and Nesreen in the first episode of Season 2 of Shay w Ahwa, titled “INTENTIONS.” After the success of Season 1, they return with a new challenge: to live more intentionally—one habit, one week at a time. In this kickoff episode, they reflect on their journey so …
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Send us a text Season 2: INTENTIONS This season, we’re aligning our intentions with our values and true selves. Each episode features a new challenge as we explore, “What if…?”—testing habits and ideas that claim to improve our lives. Join us for a journey of transformation, growth, and intentional living—one week at a time. الموسم التاني: نوايا في…
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S1E16 | The Day I Got Out Of My Own Way: A Reflection on Self-Limiting Beliefs!
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Send us a text E16- The Day I Got Out Of My Own Way! In the final episode of season one, Nancy and Nesreen dive into their deep-seated self-limiting beliefs and the transformative journey of self-discovery and personal growth that led them to uncover and possibly challenge these beliefs. They explore the essence of self-limiting beliefs, examining …
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S1E15 | The Day I Manifested My Life: A Reflection on the Power of the Law of Attraction!
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Send us a text E15- The Day I Manifested My Life! Join Nancy and Nesreen as they dive into a widely discussed yet contentious subject in today's society: the concept of manifestation. Through sharing their individual experiences of how manifestation has validated itself to them, they present their perspectives on actualizing the life one desires. T…
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S1E14 | The Day I Chose Peace: A Reflection on Forgiveness!
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Send us a text E14- The Day I Chose Peace! Join Nancy and Nesreen as they dive into the intricate and deeply personal topic of forgiveness. Through sharing their own experiences, they aim to comprehend the complexities of forgiveness, exploring its essence and the challenges that make it a daunting process. Unveiling the layers of pain and occasion…
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S1E13 | The Day My House Turned Into A Home: A Reflection on Minimalism!
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Send us a text E13- The Day My House Turned Into A Home! Join Nancy and Nesreen on a delightful journey as they embark on the endeavor to arrange and beautify their living spaces. They will explore various organization techniques and design concepts such as the concept of hygge and the concept of minimalism. They share their stories of their transf…
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S1E12 | The Day I Found Connection: A Reflection on Relationships, Love Languages, and Attachment Styles!
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Send us a text E12- The Day I Found Connection! Join Nancy and Nesreen on their journey through the intricate world of relationships. They share the stories of their pursuit of unraveling and understanding the mysteries of relationships, diving into various elements such as love languages, attachment styles, and human behavioral types. They explore…
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S1E11 | The Day I Stopped Talking: A Reflection on Unhealthy Communication Patterns!
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Send us a text E11- The Day I Stopped Talking! Join Nancy and Nesreen on their personal growth journey as they dive into the intricacies of communication — a pivotal moment when they realized the power of communication patterns! With a shared desire to comprehend interpersonal communication dynamics, they unravel the essence of effective communicat…
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S1E10 | The Day I Said No: A Reflection on the Consequences of Weak Boundaries!
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Send us a text E10- The Day I Said No! Join Nancy and Nesreen in their contemplation of the journey towards establishing healthy and effective boundaries, reflecting on a pivotal moment when their boundaries were weak. They dive into defining boundaries and the significance of setting healthy boundaries that prioritize one’s needs while respecting …
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S1E9 | The Day I Met Myself: A Reflection on Self-Awareness!
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Send us a text EPISODE 9 THE DAY I MET MYSELF ! Join Nancy and Nesreen as they revisit one of the significant milestones in their personal development journey, the moment they uncovered their true selves. The quest for self-awareness began when they started questioning their feelings and behaviors, seeking answers as to why they have them. They div…
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S1E8 | The Day I Was Called ‘Tunt' : A Reflection on Womanhood and Aging!
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Send us a text E8 - THE DAY I WAS CALLED ‘TUNT!’ Join Nancy and Nesreen as they embark on a journey of personal growth and self-discovery in the realm of beauty and aging from a female perspective. Their exploration touches on moments of heightened awareness of aging and the societal pressures to conform to standards of beauty and youth. They dive …
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S1E7 | The Day I Manned Up: A Reflection on Feminism and the Balance of Masculine and Feminine Energies!
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Send us a text E7- THE DAY I MANNED UP! Join Nancy and Nesreen on their journey of exploring true feminism and the impact of feminine and masculine energies on their identity as women. They will dive into moments when they embraced their feminine side and delegated traditionally masculine responsibilities, challenging societal norms. In the Seventh…
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S1E6 | The Day My Mind Betrayed Me: A Reflection on Emotional Balance, and the Cost of Neglecting Mental Health!
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Send us a text E6- THE DAY MY MIND BETRAYED ME! Join Nancy and Nesreen as they embark on a journey of personal development and self-exploration, diving into the moment their mind seemed to have a mind of its own. In the sixth episode of the first season, titled "Reflections," they plunge into the realm of mental well-being and emotional balance, sh…
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S1E5 | The Day My Body Gave Out: A Reflection on Health Challenges and the Cost of Neglecting Physical Well-Being!
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Send us a text E5 - The Day My Body Gave Out! Join Nancy and Nesreen as they embark on their journey of personal growth and self-discovery by revisiting the day their bodies reached their limit. In the fifth episode of season one, titled "Reflections," they delve into the emotional landscape of facing health challenges and dive into the reasons beh…
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S1E4 | The Day I Lost Purpose: A Reflection on Losing Direction and Redefining Purpose, Especially as Mothers!
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Send us a text EPISODE 4 "THE DAY I LOST PURPOSE!" Join Nancy and Nesreen on their quest for self-discovery, where they openly discuss moments of feeling lost and purposeless. In the fourth episode of season one, titled "Reflections," they uncover the emotions tied to losing direction in life and explore different perspectives on defining and pursu…
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S1E3 | The Days I Start Over: A Reflection on Navigating Change and Adapting to Life’s Transitions!
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Send us a text EPISODE 3 - THE DAYS I START OVER! Join Nancy and Nesreen as they navigate the path of acknowledging and embracing change. Even welcoming it with open arm sometimes. They share their personal stories of new beginnings, struggles, and victories, and the insights of how they encountered and adapted to various life-altering situations t…
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S1E2 | The Day I Stayed Home: A Reflection on Motherhood and the Pressures of Societal Stereotypes for Working and Stay-at-Home Moms!
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Send us a text EPISODE 2 "THE DAY I STAYED HOME!" Join Nancy and Nesreen on their amazing journey through motherhood, sharing the ups and downs they faced along the way. Get a glimpse into the moment they realized they were stay-at-home moms. In the second episode of season one, "Reflections," they will talk about the most important chapter in thei…
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Send us a text Meet your hosts Nancy and Nesreen as they introduce themselves and the podcast to you. They will share some fun facts about themselves and will talk about the format of podcast episodes. In this introductory episode Nancy and Nesreen will * Introduce themselves briefly * share some facts about themselves * Tell you why and how this p…
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S1E1 | The Day I Said Yes: A Reflection on Life-Altering Decisions in Love and Choosing the Right Partner!
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Send us a text EPISODE 1: "THE DAY I SAID YES!" Join Nancy and Nesreen as they recount the pivotal moment they said yes in the inaugural episode of their first season, "Reflections." They unravel a significant chapter in their lives, reflecting on the transformative impact of that life-altering decision. In this episode of "Shay w Ahwa," they will:…
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Trailer | Shay w Ahwa: The Sips of Sanity Podcast!
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Send us a text Welcome to "Shay w Ahwa: The Sips of Sanity Podcast," A bilingual podcast in Arabic and English for Arab women. Join Nancy and Nesreen, two moms and friends embarking on a journey of self-discovery and personal growth. With years of experience under our belts, we thought we would have life all figured out by now. But let’s face it, l…
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