Send us a text Why is it still so hard for men to say, “I’m not okay”? In this powerful and timely episode, Shazia and Dr Munita shine a light on men’s mental health - the unspoken pain, the societal pressure to stay silent, and the cultural narratives that still tell men to “man up” instead of open up. We explore how masculinity has been shaped by outdated expectations, why emotional literacy is often denied to boys from a young age, and the ways depression, anxiety, and shame can manifest i...
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Send us a text Why is it still so hard for men to say, “I’m not okay”? In this powerful and timely episode, Shazia and Dr Munita shine a light on men’s mental health - the unspoken pain, the societal pressure to stay silent, and the cultural narratives that still tell men to “man up” instead of open up. We explore how masculinity has been shaped by outdated expectations, why emotional literacy is often denied to boys from a young age, and the ways depression, anxiety, and shame can manifest i...
Send us a text Why is it still so hard for men to say, “I’m not okay”? In this powerful and timely episode, Shazia and Dr Munita shine a light on men’s mental health - the unspoken pain, the societal pressure to stay silent, and the cultural narratives that still tell men to “man up” instead of open up. We explore how masculinity has been shaped by outdated expectations, why emotional literacy is often denied to boys from a young age, and the ways depression, anxiety, and shame can manifest i...
Send us a text The Happiness Trap – Why Chasing Joy Can Leave You Empty Is your pursuit of happiness making you miserable? In this refreshingly honest episode, Dr Munita and Shazia explore the myth of constant happiness - and why the pressure to "be positive" all the time might be doing more harm than good. From cultural messaging to social media’s obsession with perfection, we unpack how modern life fuels a deep sense of disconnection, discontent… and guilt for not being happy enough. Expect...
Send us a text Ever felt like a fraud, even when you're thriving? You're not alone. In this episode of Flawed and Fabulous, Dr Munita and Shazia take a deep dive into the inner saboteur - that voice that whispers, “Who do you think you are?” We explore the roots of imposter phenomenon, how it shows up in high-achieving individuals, and why so many of us secretly struggle with self-worth, despite external success. Expect personal stories, psychological insights, and practical strategies to shi...
Send us a text Episode 2: Facing Fear – How to Understand It, Harness It and Stop It Holding You Back Fear. It’s something we all feel, often more than we’d like to admit. In this episode of Flawed and Fabulous, we’re diving deep into the F word - what fear really is, how it shows up in our lives, and how to work with it (instead of letting it run the show). Shazia and Munita explore: The neuroscience behind fear (including your amygdala’s starring role)How trauma, culture and generational ex...
Send us a text In our very first episode, we’re diving headfirst into a topic that’s close to both our hearts - perfectionism. Why do we feel the need to get everything “just right”? What’s really driving the pressure to be perfect — at work, in relationships, online, and even in our own minds? And most importantly, what happens when we stop striving and start embracing who we truly are? Join Shazia and Dr Munita as we unpack: Sneaky ways perfectionism shows up in everyday lifeHow childh...
Send us a text Why is it still so hard for men to say, “I’m not okay”? In this powerful and timely episode, Shazia and Dr Munita shine a light on men’s mental health - the unspoken pain, the societal pressure to stay silent, and the cultural narratives that still tell men to “man up” instead of open up. We explore how masculinity has been shaped by outdated expectations, why emotional literacy is often denied to boys from a young age, and the ways depression, anxiety, and shame can manifest i...
