Crisis and Victory

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How do you know when it’s time to make your next big career move? With International Women’s Day around the corner, we are excited to feature Avni Patel Thompson, Founder and CEO of Milo. Avni is building technology that directly supports the often overlooked emotional and logistical labor that falls on parents—especially women. Milo is an AI assistant designed to help families manage that invisible load more efficiently. In this episode, Avni shares her journey from studying chemistry to holding leadership roles at global brands like Adidas and Starbucks, to launching her own ventures. She discusses how she approaches career transitions, the importance of unpleasant experiences, and why she’s focused on making everyday life easier for parents. [01:26] Avni's University Days and Early Career [04:36] Non-Linear Career Paths [05:16] Pursuing Steep Learning Curves [11:51] Entrepreneurship and Safety Nets [15:22] Lived Experiences and Milo [19:55] Avni’s In Her Ellement Moment [20:03] Reflections Links: Avni Patel Thompson on LinkedIn Suchi Srinivasan on LinkedIn Kamila Rakhimova on LinkedIn Ipsos report on the future of parenting About In Her Ellement: In Her Ellement highlights the women and allies leading the charge in digital, business, and technology innovation. Through engaging conversations, the podcast explores their journeys—celebrating successes and acknowledging the balance between work and family. Most importantly, it asks: when was the moment you realized you hadn’t just arrived—you were truly in your element? About The Hosts: Suchi Srinivasan is an expert in AI and digital transformation. Originally from India, her career includes roles at trailblazing organizations like Bell Labs and Microsoft. In 2011, she co-founded the Cleanweb Hackathon, a global initiative driving IT-powered climate solutions with over 10,000 members across 25+ countries. She also advises Women in Cloud, aiming to create $1B in economic opportunities for women entrepreneurs by 2030. Kamila Rakhimova is a fintech leader whose journey took her from Tajikistan to the U.S., where she built a career on her own terms. Leveraging her English proficiency and international relations expertise, she discovered the power of microfinance and moved to the U.S., eventually leading Amazon's Alexa Fund to support underrepresented founders. Subscribe to In Her Ellement on your podcast app of choice to hear meaningful conversations with women in digital, business, and technology.…

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Ep. 30: Baha'i mom and poet Andrea Hope shares her own challenges and reflections on the concept of crisis and victory highlighted in the Baha'i Faith.
The resources for this episode are as follows:
Letter from the Universal House of Justice, Ridvan 150:
https://www.bahai.org/library/authoritative-texts/the-universal-house-of-justice/messages/19930421_001/1#675541342
Baha'i Blogcast - Rainn Wilson and Billy Roberts:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1H9b1eiSpgs
Remember Who You Are from To Mother:
https://www.etsy.com/listing/882399653/to-mother-poetry-by-andrea-hope-book-of
If you'd like to support Andrea's Kickstarter for her picture book:
https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/andreahope/excuse-me-teacher-a-picture-book-for-super-teachers
Facebook: @tomotherwithandreahope
Email: info@andreahope.org
Website: www.andreahope.org

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Crisis and Victory

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Ep 57 - Happy Ayyam-i-Ha 9:29

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Baha'i mom and poet Andrea Hope shares some great last-minute ideas for celebrating Ayyam-i-Ha. The resources for this episode are as follows: Quote: From the Kitab-i-Aqdas Video Explanation of Ayyam-i-Ha Living the Life: Have an in-home treasure hunt Resource: Printable Ayyam-i-Ha Treasure Hunt Cards Song: Ayyam-i-Ha by Colby Jeffers Andrea's Etsy Shop: https://www.etsy.com/shop/AndreaHopeOrg Instagram: @bahaigifts Email: info@andreahope.org Website: www.andreahope.org…

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Ep 56 - [Repost] Ayyam-i-Ha (9 Gift Ideas) 18:42

3 years ago18:42

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Ep. 56: A repost of the episode about Ayyam-i-Ha gift ideas with even more resources! The resources for this episode are as follows: Baha'i quote Living the Life: Try these gift ideas - Books, Cards, Puzzles, Decorations, Prayer-related gifts, Make a calendar, Theatre Gifts, Cooking/Baking Gifts, Art Gifts. (View our Facebook album) Resource: All Done Monkey Ayyam-i-Ha Gift Guide Song: The Ayyam-i-Ha Song by William Sears and the Ayyam-i-Ha kids Andrea's Etsy Shop: https://www.etsy.com/shop/AndreaHopeOrg Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/278759680305527/ Email: info@andreahope.org Website: www.andreahope.org…

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Ep 55 - Healing 13:15

3 years ago13:15

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Baha'i mom and poet Andrea Hope shares a Baha'i perspective on healing and the harmony of science and religion. The resources for this episode are as follows: Quote: Selections from the Writings of 'Abdu'l-Baha Living the Life: Give/Request Food Delivery Resource: The Book of Comfort & Healing , Ocean of Healing , Healing Postcard Andrea's Etsy Shop: https://www.etsy.com/shop/AndreaHopeOrg Instagram: @bahaigifts Email: info@andreahope.org Website: www.andreahope.org…

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Ep 54 - [Repost] Christmas Season 22:43

3 years ago22:43

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This is a repost of Episode 34 on how families of different faiths address the secular aspects of the Christmas season. The resources for this episode are as follows: Baha'i quote: https://www.bahai.org/library/authoritative-texts/the-universal-house-of-justice/messages/19861106_001/1#725756361 Living the Life: Honor and Develop Traditions Resource: https://www.worldreligionnews.com/religion-news/winter-religious-holidays-video-and-infographic Andrea's Etsy Shop: https://www.etsy.com/shop/AndreaHopeOrg Facebook: @ tomotherwithandreahope Email: info@andreahope.org Website: www.andreahope.org…

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Ep 53 - Honoring 'Abdu'l-Baha 16:01

3 years ago16:01

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In honor of the Centenary of the Ascension of 'Abdu'l-Baha, Baha'i mom and poet Andrea Hope shares 13 children's books that honor 'Abdu'l-Baha. The resources for this episode are as follows: Quote: from 2 7 November 2021 tribute by the Universal House of Justice Resources: Preschool Remembering ‘Abdu’l-Baha - https://amzn.to/3ptlnM0 ‘Abdu’l-Baha Was Kind - https://www.etsy.com/listing/1080746112 The Kind Servant - https://amzn.to/3GhKW9k Elementary School ‘Abdu’l-Baha Loves Children - https://amzn.to/3Dr80Rn Make of Me a Shining Lamp - https://amzn.to/3IhXdwt Sweetness of His Love - https://amzn.to/3rDaLwG The Master - Audio Book - https://sarahperceval.bandcamp.com ‘Abdu’l-Baha: Loving All the World - https://www.bahaibookstore.com/ Mighty! - https://firstvalleybooks.com/ Middle School Daily Reflections and Stories for Children - https://www.bahaibookstore.com Stories about Abdul-Baha - https://www.bahaibookstore.com Voyage of Love - https://amzn.to/3DnXeLQ The Most Mighty Branch - https://amzn.to/3IkZgjy Andrea's Etsy Shop: https://www.etsy.com/shop/AndreaHopeOrg Instagram: @bahaigifts Email: info@andreahope.org Website: www.andreahope.org…

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Ep 52 - Baha'i Holy Days 18:00

3 years ago18:00

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Baha'i mom and poet Andrea Hope talks about staying connected to the true meaning behind holy days. The resources for this episode are as follows: Quote: The observance of holy days occupies a central place in every religion. Through their commemoration, the calendar year becomes the stage on which the signal events associated with the life and ministry of the divine Manifestations of God are annually remembered and honoured. This remembrance has both a personal dimension, providing a time for reflection on the significance of these events, and a social dimension, helping to deepen the identity and foster the cohesion of the community. Living the Life: Create a Holy Day Storage Box Resource: Days of Remembrance Andrea's Etsy Shop: https://www.etsy.com/shop/AndreaHopeOrg Instagram: @bahaigifts Email: info@andreahope.org Website: www.andreahope.org…

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Ep 51 - Primary Caregiver 17:31

3 years ago17:31

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Baha'i mom and poet Andrea Hope dispels some myths about being a primary caregiver. The resources for this episode are as follows: Quote: With reference to the question of the training of children:6 given the emphasis placed by Bahá’u’lláh and ‘Abdu’l-Bahá on the necessity for the parents to train their children while still in their tender age, it would seem preferable that they should receive their first training at home at the hand of their mother, rather than be sent to a nursery. Should circumstances, however, compel a Bahá’í mother to adopt the latter course there can be no objection. (From a letter dated 13 November 1940 written on behalf of Shoghi Effendi to an individual believer) Living the Life: Add Primary Caregiver to your resume Resource: Arezoo Design Poem: Stay-At-Home Mother from To Mother Andrea's Etsy Shop: https://www.etsy.com/shop/AndreaHopeOrg Instagram: @bahaigifts Email: info@andreahope.org Website: www.andreahope.org…

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Ep 50 - Nineteen Day Feast 12:38

3 years ago12:38

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Baha'i mom and poet Andrea Hope shares ideas for having children contribute to Baha'i Feasts. The resources for this episode are as follows: How often have well-organized Bahá’í children’s classes given parents, even those who are not Bahá’ís, the incentive to learn more and study more deeply the Teachings of the Faith! How often have the children, through their songs and recitation of prayers during Feasts and at other gatherings of the friends, added luster and inspiration to the program and created a true sense of belonging to the community in the hearts of those present! How many are the children who have grown into active and enkindled youth, and later into wholly dedicated adults, energetically supporting the work of the Cause and advancing its vital interests! 25 May 1975 from the Universal House of Justice Living the Life: Have Children Contribute to Feast Resource: Mine Rich in Gems - 19 Day Feast Pages for Kids Andrea's Etsy Shop: https://www.etsy.com/shop/AndreaHopeOrg Facebook: @ tomotherwithandreahope Email: info@andreahope.org Website: www.andreahope.org…

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Ep 49 - Reflecting on Our Teaching Campaign 19:19

4 years ago19:19

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Baha'i mom and poet Andrea Hope reflects on her neighborhood teaching campaign. The resources for this episode are as follows: Baha'i quote Living the Life: Add your core activities to Eventbrite Resource: Try Zazzle.com to make custom yard signs for your events. Andrea's Etsy Shop: https://www.etsy.com/shop/AndreaHopeOrg Instagram: @bahaigifts Email: info@andreahope.org Website: www.andreahope.org…

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Ep 48 - Refugee Families 19:29

4 years ago19:29

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Baha'i mom and poet Andrea Hope talks about organizing a summer teaching campaign. The resources for this episode are as follows: Baha'i quote Living the Life: Welcome refugees locally Resource: Follow #standwithafghanistan #savesyria and refugee aid organizations on Instagram and Twitter I read from @roya_heydari Andrea's Etsy Shop: https://www.etsy.com/shop/AndreaHopeOrg Instagram: @bahaigifts Email: info@andreahope.org Website: www.andreahope.org…

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Ep 47 - Summer Teaching Campaign 17:31

4 years ago17:31

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Baha'i mom and poet Andrea Hope talks about organizing a summer teaching campaign. The resources for this episode are as follows: Baha'i quote Living the Life: Plan a summer teaching campaign Resource: bahai-ideas.site Quote from 'Abdu'l-Baha: The Garden of the Heart by Frances Esty Andrea's Etsy Shop: https://www.etsy.com/shop/AndreaHopeOrg Instagram: @bahaigifts Email: info@andreahope.org Website: www.andreahope.org…

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Ep 46 - The Baha'i Fund 17:57

4 years ago17:57

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Baha'i mom and poet Andrea Hope reads official statements and writings about contributing to the Baha'i fund. The resources for this episode are as follows: Baha'i quote Official website Living the Life: Create a giving tradition For example: Give in Memory, Give in Honor Resource: Porcelain Baha'i Fund Jar Story: Haji Amin and the little coin Andrea's Etsy Shop: https://www.etsy.com/shop/AndreaHopeOrg Instagram: @bahaigifts Email: info@andreahope.org Website: www.andreahope.org…

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Ep 45 - Writing Your Will and Testament 21:02

4 years ago21:02

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Baha'i mom and poet Andrea Hope discusses the Baha'i law that everyone should write a will. This episode is not to be considered as legal advice. Please explore the laws in your area. The resources for this episode are as follows: Baha'i quote Living the Life: Set a yearly deadline for your Will and Testament Resource: Writing Your Will - Step by Step Tutorial Poem: If I Should Die Today by Andrea Hope I will not tell you to be happy For grief, at times, must reign But if you shed warm tears of mourning Pray not shed them for my sake I have known the love of many I have lived for love of One When the Ancient Beauty summons On the windsongs, I will come No, the time was not too short For both blood and ink to flow Other worlds beckon for poets Who am I to tell them no? Andrea's Etsy Shop: https://www.etsy.com/shop/AndreaHopeOrg Instagram: @bahaigifts Email: info@andreahope.org Website: www.andreahope.org…

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Ep 44 - The Declaration of the Bab (5 Resources) 14:37

4 years ago14:37