Best Sara Shabana Podcasts (2024)

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#38 The Invisible Ceiling We Set for Ourselves 13:30

11M ago13:30

13:30

Welcome to a new episode from the show! Below are the key highlights from this special episode: · Explore the mysterious "inner thermostat" that silently governs our capacity for love, success, and happiness. · Uncover the early life programming that sets our subconscious expectations and how it shapes our adult lives. · Know how we can reset our l…

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#37 Ali Abdaal -Productivity, Passion, and How to Do More of What Matters to You 13:50

1+ y ago13:50

13:50

This episode is anther special one, because just like the previous episode, it’s in collaboration with a brand thats very close to my heart which is Sharjah Entrepreneurship Festival (SEF), a remarkable event that gathers world class speakers, host brilliant workshops, and brings together a well curated performers to spend a weekend full of growth …

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#36 Silfath Pinto - Energy Healing, Body Work and How to Manifest your Desires 32:03

1+ y ago32:03

32:03

This special episode from "The Sara Shabana Show" was recorded at the heart of the Sharjah entrepreneurship festival “SEF” The 2022 event was truly remarkable, from the selection of speakers, the nuggets of knowledge dropped at every corner, the great people you don’t only get a chance to network with but also share a meal and go deeper into your c…

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#35 Rami Rasamny - Resilience, Adventure, and World's Best Treks 1:00:58

1+ y ago1:00:58

1:00:58

In this episode of "The Sara Shabana Show," I am delighted to welcome Ramy Rasamny as my guest. Ramy, the founder of Life Happens Outdoors, is a passionate advocate for personal empowerment through outdoor experiences. With over 15 trips to Kilimanjaro, 8 journeys to Mont Blanc, and numerous company-led expeditions across the Himalayas, South Ameri…

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#34 Embracing the Unknown 12:21

1+ y ago12:21

12:21

Welcome to the first episode from “The Sara Shabana Show” in 2023 Below are the key highlights from the episode: · Why our judgments of what is good and bad can be limited and biased? · How our desire for control limits our possibilities in life. · Why surrendering is not the same as giving up. · How can we invite the magic of serendipities into ou…

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#33 Dina El Mofty - Passion, Resilience and the Dedication to Personal Growth 47:26

2y ago47:26

47:26

Welcome to a very special episode. As you know today is the mental health day and I wanted this episode to carry insights and inspiration to support you in your journey. So I bringing you today a very special guest, someone who truly embody resilience and a killer mindset while balancing it with passion and intuition. My guest for today is a commun…

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#32 The Untold Secrets About the Power of Your Heart 19:53

2y ago19:53

19:53

In this episode of the podcast “The Sara Shabana Show” I discussed the heart intelligence. The untold secrets about the power of your heart. Below are the key highlights from the episode: What is the heart intelligence. What science tell us about the law of attraction. A personal story about handling forgiveness. Why Steve Jobs believed intuition i…

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#31 Dr. Naif Al-Mutawa – Sleeping Difficulty, Hypnosis, and What Makes an Entrepreneur 45:04

2+ y ago45:04

45:04

My guest for today is an award-winning serial entrepreneur, clinical psychologist, and hypnotherapist. He is a legend in his field! He is an Assistant Professor and an academic staff member of Kuwait University’s Faculty of Medicine, where he has taught clinical psychology and cognitive behavioral therapy since 2005. This besides many many many oth…

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#30 - Success (Re)Defined By Great Minds 22:45

2+ y ago22:45

22:45

Today’s episode from “The Sara Shabana Show” is all about one question I been pondering the past couple of years … which is what success really means. Just like many of you, when I was born, I was given a checklist and been told that once you strike off these items … you will be happy. I can already feel some of you might be smiling … because you b…

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#29 - My 10 Days of Silent Meditation Experience 26:21

2+ y ago26:21

26:21

In this episode of the podcast “The Sara Shabana Show” I shared my experience of going to a 10 days of silent Vipassana meditation course. Below are the key highlights from the episode: - Why I decided to try 10 days of silent meditation. - The philosophy behind this ancient technique and its significance in our mental wellbeing. - Laws of the univ…

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#28 Where Does Inspiration Come From? 10:52

2+ y ago10:52

10:52

In this episode of the podcast “The Sara Shabana Show” I discussed “Inspiration” Below are the key highlights from the episode: What inspiration really is. Where does inspiration come from. Why a busy mind is the enemy of inspiration. What the world’s most creative people do to get inspired. The simple steps that one can take to cultivate creativit…

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#27 The Power of Setting Daily Intentions 11:32

3y ago11:32

11:32

This is the first episode from “The Sara Shabana Show” in 2022, and I wouldn’t have found a better topic than discussing “The Power of Setting Clear Intentions” – A powerful practice you may like to use instead of creating new year’s resolutions. Below are the key highlights from the episode: What an intention really is, and what it does? What is t…

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#26 Hatem Al Akeel - Fashion, Authenticity and Creative Entrepreneurship 29:47

3y ago29:47

29:47

Today I am happy to bring you a new interview with a very creative talent that I hope will spark your creations and inspire you for the new year to come I am happy to bring you a new interview with a very creative talent that I hope will spark your creations and inspire you for the new year to come. My guest for today is a creative enthusiast and a…

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#25 Baraa ElSabbagh – Nutrition, Fitness, and the Value of Podcasts 34:46

3y ago34:46

34:46

Baraa ElSabbagh is a beautiful soul who found her passion in motivating people to start healthy habits, teaching them how to do it right and how to enjoy themselves in this process of change. Born to a family of entrepreneurs, she didn’t resonate with the 9-5 corporate world and started her own business right off the bat. She is a registered Dietic…

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#24 Ibrahim AlBadawi - Personal Growth, Lifestyle Design, and Learning How to Learn 1:05:11

3y ago1:05:11

1:05:11

My guest for today is a storyteller, an innovation catalyst, and a cultural adaptor. He is the founder of 01Gov - a Dubai born startup that aims at inspiring and enabling leaders of the public sector across the Middle East, and the broader Global South to design governments of the future. His work has been trusted by leading organizations like the …

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#23 Allaoua Gaham – Yoga, Entrepreneurship, and How to Find Peace in Difficult Times 1:09:52

3y ago1:09:52

1:09:52

My guest for this episode is a live example of how you can bring magic in your life if you listen to your heart and have the courage to switch lanes and embrace the unknown. We have all been experiencing a lot of ups and downs with the uncertainty and chaos in the world, and I couldn’t think of a better guest to give us some perspective and guidanc…

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# 22 Eman Askar - Going Viral, Content Creation, and What it Takes to Hone your Craft 33:09

3y ago33:09

33:09

My guest for today is someone you most probably came across before. How? From her viral video, her viral song to be specific that broke the Internet – the song of “The Story of Palestine” that got more than 11 million … yes with M … 11 million views till date on Instagram ALONE! Not to mention it was translated to many other languages including Ara…

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#21 1st Year Anniversary/ Difficult Conversations 10:19

3+ y ago10:19

10:19

Happy anniversary my beautiful friends, It’s been a YEAR! We have been on this journey together for one year now. I had to pinch myself every time I think about it. Below are the key highlights from the episode: · I revealed my birthday fear challenge for this year. · Why designing your own life will require you to make difficult conversations. · W…

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#20 Dr. Saliha Afridi- Identity Formation, Mental Health, and the Best Resources in Dealing with Adversity 54:54

3+ y ago54:54

54:54

Dr Saliha Afridi is a leading psychologist and an entrepreneur with a mission to lead the way in promoting mental wellbeing in the Middle East. Born and raised in completely different cultures like many of or generation, we discussed individuality and the struggle of understanding where do we belong. As an entrepreneur herself she shared her story …

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#19 Book Recommendations - The Books You Must Read! 27:37

3+ y ago27:37

27:37

Today’s episode is highly highly demanded. If you only know how many times I been asked where can one find a summary of the book recommendations from the guests interviewed on this podcast ;-). So …. Considering that world book day is coming this week, I thought it will be a good reason to finally create this compilation. I typically ask my guests …

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#18 Sara Almukaimy – The Power of Imagination and Why You Shouldn’t Settle for Less 50:49

3+ y ago50:49

50:49

My guest for today is A REBEEEL While she grew up in a very traditional Kuwaiti family, she did not accept to fit in the mold. She is a dreamer, a storyteller, and sometimes, an imaginary world creator where everyone in this world has equal rights. Her journey in discovering herself and her individuality led her to realize that being different espe…

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# 17 Jessy El Murr - Questioning Authority, Public Speaking, and Leading with "Why Not" 58:16

3+ y ago58:16

58:16

As today is a special day (International Women's Day), today’s episode is also a special interview with an exceptional woman. Jessy El Murr is a powerhouse filled with kindness, knowledge, unparalleled energy and so much fun. She is a seasoned field journalist and former BBC and Sky News Arabia, correspondent. During her time as a correspondent, sh…

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#16 Maha Abouelenein - Lessons from leading global executives, creating value and personal branding 36:36

3+ y ago36:36

36:36

Maha Abouelenein is such a powerful blend of both soft and strong. Soft with an empathetic heart, and super strong at what she is capable of delivering to the businesses and the people she works with. She led the communication strategy not only for the biggest brands in the middle east but globally and worked directly with their executives and she …

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#15 Osama Natto - Why You are Not Rich and How to Hack Your Way to Financial Fluency 1:19:30

4y ago1:19:30

1:19:30

Osama Natto is a serial entrepreneur who embodies, and in-fact develops “the live your purpose” philosophy. He created the first public startup accelerator program in Saudi Arabia that run by a private company and has long been involved in the entrepreneurial scene in the kingdom. Over the years he mentored and coached thousands of entrepreneurs an…

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#14 The New Beginnings 11:13

4y ago11:13

11:13

This is the first episode from The Sara Shabana Show in 2021, and I wouldn’t have found a better topic than discussing “The New Beginnings” Below are the key highlights from the episode: · Why new beginnings are exciting and why we find it a good time to set goals and resolutions. · Why we fail to achieve our new year resolutions. · Why it’s crucia…

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#13 Spencer Lodge - Entrepreneurship, Sales, and the life skills we all need 41:18

4y ago41:18

41:18

Spencer Lodge is a brilliant businessman who been voted as one of the top 100 most influential people in Dubai. He is also a motivational speaker, a podcaster, and a sales educator In this episode from The Sara Shabana Show, we discussed: What is takes to be an entrepreneur and follow your dreams. Misconceptions about sales and why many people stru…

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#12 Andreea Zoia – The Struggle with Self Confidence and How to Bust the Story You Tell Yourself 45:24

4y ago45:24

45:24

Andreea Zoia is a confidence and public speaking coach; she has trained many world leaders, CEOs, investors, and entrepreneurs. In this episode from The Sara Shabana Show, she shared her battle and journey to self-confidence, and how she managed to embrace it and build a business based on her learnings and talents. We discussed: · What confidence r…

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# 11 Confidence Is Not What You Think It Is 12:21

4y ago12:21

12:21

In this episode from The Sara Shabana Show I discussed self confidence and how many of us specially have false believes about it. Below are the key highlights from the episode: What confidence really is. Why self-love and self-acceptance is a foundation for self confidence. The competence/confidence loop and how to break this with the beginner's co…

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#10 Nevin ElGendy – Unleash Your True Self (from self-doubt to confidence) 37:06

4y ago37:06

37:06

Nevin ElGendy – Unleash Your True Self (from self-doubt to confidence) Nevine ElGendy, or as she is famously referred to as Nivo for life; is a life coach who is a real example of “it's never impossible” and “it's never too late”. Her mission in life is to guide people to find their true self to be able to live a happy and fulfilled life. She start…

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#9 Creativity and Our Fear of Judgment 16:53

4y ago16:53

16:53

In this episode from The Sara Shabana Show I shared a personal story to hopefully resonate with you. We are all born creative but fear holds us back most of the time. That’s why I discussed the major fears that accompany creativity and how we can live a creative life. Below are the key highlights from the episode: How we are all creative beings and…

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#8 Nour Youssef - Emotional trauma, and our untapped limitless potential 1:04:16

4y ago1:04:16

1:04:16

Today is a special day ... its the international mental health day! and for this reason, I thought of intentionally plan a special episode on this day that could help you understand more the significance of taking care of our mental and obviously emotional health. I was personally recently introduced to this new world of emotional trauma and its pr…

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#7 Hiba Balfaqih - Mind hacking, limiting beliefs, and the brain code 1:11:33

4y ago1:11:33

1:11:33

Hiba Balfaqih is the guest for the 7th podcast episode of “The Sara Shabana Show”. She is a truly inspiring human who does TON of things! She is a serial entrepreneur who owns 3 businesses including the famous Smash Room in Dubai. She is a psychologist, a podcaster, and an author. With all that being said, she positioned herself as a MIND HACKER! A…

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#6 Regret and the Power of Making Choices in Life and Business 17:27

4y ago17:27

17:27

We need to realize that we were born free to make choices, and what we think right or wrong is coming from layers of conditioning and dogmatic culture. I am urging you, to be open to look to the world from a fresh lens, and to be able to do that you will need to Unlearn, you will need to unlearn to be able to learn again. I hope today's episode wil…

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#5 Talal AlRashed – Travel, Food, and Building a Business From His Personal Brand 55:37

4+ y ago55:37

55:37

My guest for today is a live example of how you can bring magic in your life if you listen to your heart and don’t follow the conventional familiar path. He is not only talented but also passionately curious who blurred the lines between business and lifestyle. He managed to carve out and design a life that brings him joy every day. While he’s born…

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#4 Find Your Magic! 14:59

4+ y ago14:59

14:59

In the 4th episode of the podcast “The Sara Shabana Show” I discussed magic and our superpowers! Below are the key highlights from the episode: What I loved about the new Pixar movie “onward” and why I think everyone should watch it. Why there are no longer magic in the world. Why we lost our curiosity and our child sense of wonder. The impact of t…

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#3 Raha Moharrak - 1st Saudi Woman and Youngest Arab to summit Everest and the 7 Summits 39:06

4+ y ago39:06

39:06

Growing up in Jeddah in Saudi Arabia, a country with a conservative culture specially for women, mountaineering will not be the type of sports or path you would typically expect her to gravitate towards. With a bit of luck, coincidence and a twist of fate, she was introduced to the world of mountaineering, and since then, she have never looked back…

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#2 The Voice Inside Your Head 14:05

4+ y ago14:05

14:05

This podcast is all about realizing the possibilities, and learn real tactics and strategies on how you can design a life that brings you joy. -------- Did you ever pause and try to understand what is this voice inside your head? Is this me talking to myself, or since I am the one hearing this voice then I am not the voice in my head … As we become…

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#1 Sara Shabana - Welcome to my show! 10:22

4+ y ago10:22

10:22

Hello and welcome to the first ever episode of my podcast show! This episode is a quick one just to explain to you why we are here, what this show is about, and why I decided to start this podcast. Below are the key highlights from the episode: I share a little bit about myself and why I am starting a podcast. The decision I made last year to overc…

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