On this episode of "AWESOME People", Iman has a virtual sit down with Neema Nazeri, better known as Neema Naz. Neema is an Iranian-Canadian comedian born and raised in Toronto. Growing up in such a diverse city, he is known for touching on many different cultures and backgrounds including his own, growing up in a Persian household. ⁣ ⁣ Neema’s likeable personality on and off stage will draw you in and instantly make you want to see more. His unique observations and stories about his family are both relatable and funny with a hint of nostalgia.⁣ ⁣ In this episode, the guys talked about his super raw video that he posted on social media explaining why he took a month off from social media after posting every day for months. It was a deep convo about mental health and Neema provided details of what let him to hit a wall, the effect his popularity growth had on him and what he's done since his hiatus to live a happier life. We also discussed how he was a kid growing up and recollects his first "stand up performance" at the age of 8. We capped it off with a game of rapid fire and final words from Neema.   SHOW NOTES: Neema’s break and eventual return to social media [3:20] Neema talks about being Iranian [9:24] Neema talks about why he took his break [11:27] What it’s like to step back from social media [18:42] Neema’s recommendation for people on social media [21:00] People’s reactions to Neema’s social media break [23:29] Neema’s first comedic moment [26:10] Persian dads during quarantine [29:18] Parents reactions to Neema being a comedian [33:45] Neema’s role models [37:30] Neema’s favorite type of comedy [44:27] Why it’s important to make people laugh [45:29] Persian uber [47:33] Rapid fire questions [50:14] Neema’s content schedule [55:23] Neema’s health message [59:26]   QUOTES: “I was running on no engine, just trying to go fast with no gas in the tank, and it was not going to be sustainable long term.” [12:24] “The whole point is that you’re comfortable with what you’re posting and when you want to post it. You have to be happy with what you’re doing.” [15:35] “Having a plan, having a schedule for your days going forward. And more than anything before that is having your personal life put together first before you worry about your career.” [21:35] “The biggest problem people have is striving for perfection, we have to strive for excellence.” [1:03:09]   Follow Iman and Neema on IG: @imanhuschmand @neemanaz