In this bonus episode, Haesue Jo, expert, licensed therapist and director of Clinical Operations at Betterhelp discusses how we can better understand cultural and gender differences in shame, and how we can become more resilient to shame by starting the journey of discovering ourselves, our perspectives and our abilities. Talk of Shame is a Womena Production.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this bonus episode, Haesue Jo, expert, licensed therapist and director of Clinical Operations at Betterhelp discusses how we can better understand cultural and gender differences in shame, and how we can become more resilient to shame by starting the journey of discovering ourselves, our perspectives and our abilities. Talk of Shame is a Womena Production.See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

Ep 11: The Therapeutic Process

Alya is joined by Rotana Tarabzouni, a Saudi singer, songwriter and host of educational comedy series “F*D &amp; Blessed”. They discuss working through shame and the grief that comes with letting go so you can move from shame to self compassion and authenticity.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Alya is joined by Rotana Tarabzouni, a Saudi singer, songwriter and host of educational comedy series “F*D &amp; Blessed”. They discuss working through shame and the grief that comes with letting go so you can move from shame to self compassion and authenticity.See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

Ep 10: Forming Your Own Values

We discuss how shame fosters a silence that leads to a toxic culture of victim blaming, dangerous situations, bad choices and much more. Writer and radio presenter Salma El Wardany discusses with Alya the ways in which shame also contributes to rape culture and how the weaponization of women’s sexuality puts power in the wrong hands.  Talk of Shame is a Womena ProductionSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We discuss how shame fosters a silence that leads to a toxic culture of victim blaming, dangerous situations, bad choices and much more. Writer and radio presenter Salma El Wardany discusses with Alya the ways in which shame also contributes to rape culture and how the weaponization of women’s sexuality puts power in the wrong hands.  Talk of Shame is a Womena ProductionSee <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

Ep 9: Toxic Culture

Being open to vulnerability is often equated with “airing dirty laundry”, and is a societal trait that breeds shame. Holistic Healer Lana Almulla joins Alya to discuss how we carry trauma and shame in our bodies, how it makes us ill, and how we inherit it through our DNA.  Talk of Shame is a Womena Production.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Being open to vulnerability is often equated with “airing dirty laundry”, and is a societal trait that breeds shame. Holistic Healer Lana Almulla joins Alya to discuss how we carry trauma and shame in our bodies, how it makes us ill, and how we inherit it through our DNA.  Talk of Shame is a Womena Production.See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

Ep 8: Dirty Laundry

We explore representation and the stories that make us feel seen. Egyptian Actress Sarrah Abdelrahman joins Alya Mooro to discuss whether it’s “easier to be yourself if you can see yourself.” Talk of Shame is a Womena Production.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We explore representation and the stories that make us feel seen. Egyptian Actress Sarrah Abdelrahman joins Alya Mooro to discuss whether it’s “easier to be yourself if you can see yourself.” Talk of Shame is a Womena Production.See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

Ep 7: Representation

Do third culture kids form their own culture? In Episode 6 of “Talk of Shame,” co-hosts and sisters of Yalla Bye Pod (Mna &amp; Hager) join Alya for a multilayered conversation on the cultural shame felt by those in diaspora and the consequential chameleon effect. Talk of Shame is a Womena ProductionSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Do third culture kids form their own culture? In Episode 6 of “Talk of Shame,” co-hosts and sisters of Yalla Bye Pod (Mna &amp; Hager) join Alya for a multilayered conversation on the cultural shame felt by those in diaspora and the consequential chameleon effect. Talk of Shame is a Womena ProductionSee <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

Ep 6: Identifying Cultural Shame

Alya talks to journalist Noor Tagouri about why do we and our communities care so much about 'what other people think'? The notion of a horizontal hostility and how we're more judgemental towards those who come from the same community/religion/beliefs as us because we expect them to live life in the exact same ways as we do. They also explore how gossip is used as a way of control in some communities.  Talk of Shame is a Womena Production. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Alya talks to journalist Noor Tagouri about why do we and our communities care so much about 'what other people think'? The notion of a horizontal hostility and how we're more judgemental towards those who come from the same community/religion/beliefs as us because we expect them to live life in the exact same ways as we do. They also explore how gossip is used as a way of control in some communities.  Talk of Shame is a Womena Production. See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

Ep 5: The Invisible Jury

Do we need shame to be good people? Is inherent goodness real? In Episode 4 of Talk of Shame, Alya Mooro and actress Rosaline Elbay to discuss whether shame is a necessary evil and how society defines a good person.  Talk of Shame is a Womena Production.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Do we need shame to be good people? Is inherent goodness real? In Episode 4 of Talk of Shame, Alya Mooro and actress Rosaline Elbay to discuss whether shame is a necessary evil and how society defines a good person.  Talk of Shame is a Womena Production.See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

Ep 4: Is Shame a Necessary Evil?

Alya talks to Saudi shadow worker Maryam Ghouth about the long-term effects of growing up with Shame on our mental health and how it contributes to the way we conduct ourselves in the world. Maryam introduces us to shadow work,  and how it can help people who may feel they are living a double life and exploring self-censorship.  This episode also includes a conversation with licensed therapist and director of Clinical Operations at Betterhelp,  Haesue Jo. Who delves deeper into how we can recognise how shame manifests itself within children and through to adult behaviour. Talk of Shame is a Womena Production.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Alya talks to Saudi shadow worker Maryam Ghouth about the long-term effects of growing up with Shame on our mental health and how it contributes to the way we conduct ourselves in the world. Maryam introduces us to shadow work,  and how it can help people who may feel they are living a double life and exploring self-censorship.  This episode also includes a conversation with licensed therapist and director of Clinical Operations at Betterhelp,  Haesue Jo. Who delves deeper into how we can recognise how shame manifests itself within children and through to adult behaviour. Talk of Shame is a Womena Production.See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

Ep 3: Shamed for life

Alya talks to Nour Emam, creator of the platform Mother Being, an open space that provides Arabic-content covering important topics like reproductive and sexual health. Alya and Nour discuss how we can become disconnected from our bodies and the importance of knowledge and open conversations around sexual health. Nour also broaches the subject of how she is raising her daughter to be sex positive, with a focus on the importance of raising through love instead of, as an example through shame and fear. Talk of Shame is a Womena Production. Shame breeds shame, so let's talk about it.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Alya talks to Nour Emam, creator of the platform Mother Being, an open space that provides Arabic-content covering important topics like reproductive and sexual health. Alya and Nour discuss how we can become disconnected from our bodies and the importance of knowledge and open conversations around sexual health. Nour also broaches the subject of how she is raising her daughter to be sex positive, with a focus on the importance of raising through love instead of, as an example through shame and fear. Talk of Shame is a Womena Production. Shame breeds shame, so let's talk about it.See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

Ep 2: Raised Through Shame

Bestselling author Alya Mooro explores the meaning and impact shame has on our lives in an attempt to answer that all important question: how do we stop giving a f*ck and start living life for ourselves? In this relatable, open and honest podcast, guests from different cultures and communities share their stories and real experiences with shame and how it manifests in all its forms across the region and Arab Diaspora. From burdens of carrying family honor to the weight of society’s expectations, its effects on mental health and everything in between, Talk of Shame offers support and sisterhood to all those seeking to overcome stigma and trauma while creating a space for self-compassion, resilience, and authenticity.

What is shame? What does it look and feel like? In the very first episode of ‘Talk of Shame’, Alya is joined by Sabreen and Meis, hosts of the Third Culture Talks Podcast. They go straight to the root, discussing how shame stems from the patriarchy that affects us all, and the very first time they were made to feel shame or heard the word ‘3aib’. When was the first time you were told something was 3aib? Do you still feel the burden of carrying your family’s honor? Growing up, were you told you were too much? If so, we’re here to talk about it and let you know you’re not alone.  If you enjoyed this episode make sure you subscribe, rate and review! Next Tuesday we’ll be talking to Nour Emam about the concept of being raised through shame. Talk of Shame is a Womena Production.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What is shame? What does it look and feel like? In the very first episode of ‘Talk of Shame’, Alya is joined by Sabreen and Meis, hosts of the Third Culture Talks Podcast. They go straight to the root, discussing how shame stems from the patriarchy that affects us all, and the very first time they were made to feel shame or heard the word ‘3aib’. When was the first time you were told something was 3aib? Do you still feel the burden of carrying your family’s honor? Growing up, were you told you were too much? If so, we’re here to talk about it and let you know you’re not alone.  If you enjoyed this episode make sure you subscribe, rate and review! Next Tuesday we’ll be talking to Nour Emam about the concept of being raised through shame. Talk of Shame is a Womena Production.See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

Ep 1: What is shame?

Shame breeds shame…but not any longer, so let’s talk about it! Womena is proud to bring you ‘Talk of Shame’ our first podcast with bestselling author and presenter Alya Mooro Unfiltered. Bold. Authentic. Zero F*cks Given. We should be how we want to be, not how shame tells us we should be. Every Tuesday from 4th May, Alya will unpick shame in conversation with women from across the MENA region and it’s diaspora. They discuss how shame impacts our lives, and the burdens of carrying family honor, the weight of society’s expectations and everything in between. This is a sisterhood, and you’re invited to bask in more self-compassion, resilience, and authenticity.SUBSCRIBE. LISTEN. UNLEARN. A Womena Production. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Shame breeds shame…but not any longer, so let’s talk about it! Womena is proud to bring you ‘Talk of Shame’ our first podcast with bestselling author and presenter Alya Mooro Unfiltered. Bold. Authentic. Zero F*cks Given. We should be how we want to be, not how shame tells us we should be. Every Tuesday from 4th May, Alya will unpick shame in conversation with women from across the MENA region and it’s diaspora. They discuss how shame impacts our lives, and the burdens of carrying family honor, the weight of society’s expectations and everything in between. This is a sisterhood, and you’re invited to bask in more self-compassion, resilience, and authenticity.SUBSCRIBE. LISTEN. UNLEARN. A Womena Production. See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

Womena Presents: Talk of Shame

Bestselling author Alya Mooro explores the meaning and impact shame has on our lives in an attempt to answer that all important question: how do we stop giving a f*ck and start living life for ourselves? In this relatable, open and honest podcast, guests from different cultures and communities share their stories and real experiences with shame and how it manifests in all its forms across the region and Arab Diaspora. From burdens of carrying family honor to the weight of society’s expectations, its effects on mental health and everything in between, Talk of Shame offers support and sisterhood to all those seeking to overcome stigma and trauma while creating a space for self-compassion, resilience, and authenticity.

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