"We want to differentiate between real action and reaction. Real action is intention and awareness.  Reaction is impulsive, protectiveness, and ego." - Zaina Al ZabinWelcome back to the luucid podcast! Today, we're joined by Zaina Al Zabin, a leading child psychotherapist behind Massar Consult and Thrive by Massar. Zaina blends her expertise with a passion for improving children’s mental health and behavior. Dive into our discussion as we explore her innovative strategies at Massar Consult and join us for an inspiring session that's essential for anyone interested in the well-being of the next generation. Reach out to luucid at:Instagram @luucidkwWebsite luucidkw.comFor guest recommendations Email hello@luucid.co

"Medicine deals with the person once they're sick. Nutrition prevents them from getting sick." - Dr. Lemia ShabanIn this episode, we're diving deep with Dr. Lemia Shaban, a functional medicine practitioner teaching Nutrition at Kuwait University, who's unlocking the secrets of our body's silent language. Ever wonder what your body tries to tell you before its whispers turn into screams of discomfort? Dr. Shaban, armed with a wealth of knowledge in nutrition and biochemistry, invites us on a journey at her NUVU Center, where preventing disease means having a meaningful conversation with your health. Prepare to be empowered to tune in closer to what your body is really saying. Don't miss this eye-opening discussion that could change the way you listen to yourself.Reach out to luucid at:Instagram @luucidkwWebsite luucidkw.comFor guest recommendations Email hello@luucid.co

"Females have a very different body than males, and our exercise performance is affected by our hormones,  and we can lift weights at certain times of the month better than other  times, we can do cardio at certain times of the month more than other times, we can hit PRs in lifting at certain times more than other times." - Dr. Hana JaafarHello and welcome back to the luucid podcast.In today’s episode, we dive into the powerful link between mental and physical health with Dr. Hana Jafar, a psychiatry resident and fitness advocate. Hana shares her transformative journey from inactivity to becoming a passionate promoter of exercise for mental well-being. Her unique perspective as both a medical professional and fitness enthusiast offers invaluable insights into achieving a balanced lifestyle. Join us to discover how integrating mental health and physical fitness can enhance your life.Reach out to luucid at:Instagram @luucidkwWebsite luucidkw.comEmail hello@luucid.coReach out to luucid at:Instagram @luucidkwWebsite luucidkw.comFor guest recommendations Email hello@luucid.co

"One of the issues of modern society is hyperventilation, where we breathe in more oxygen than we need and that creates more of an anxious and reactive response." - Ameer Al DagherHello and welcome back to Broadband. We have a phenomenal episode for you today with Ameer Al Dagher. You might know Ameer as your favorite movement rehabilitation specialist on Instagram, but he's so much more than that, and you'll be finding out on today's episode the insights that he shared which are incomparable. References mentioned in this episode:Trigger Point Therapy WorkbookThera Cane MassagerIda Pauline RolfTummo breathing techniqueWim Hof Guided BreathingAndrew Huberman Breathing Technique4-7-8 Breathing TechniqueCristiano Ronaldo Deep Breath VideoVivo Barefoot ShoesCarl YungSigmund FreudDeep Work: Rules for Focused Success in a Distracted WorldLeverage - Naval RavikantStacking HabitsAtomic Habits by James ClearPliability (aka ROM WOD )Breathwrk AppSamar YunisFatima JumaReem Al BannawMoshé FeldenkraisReach out to the guest at:Instagram @ameer.aldagherwww.ameeraldagher.comReach out to broadband at:Instagram @broadband.podcastEmail aziz@seedsmedia.orgOther LinksReach out to luucid at:Instagram @luucidkwWebsite luucidkw.comFor guest recommendations Email hello@luucid.co

"I'm a huge advocate of social media [journalism], but at the same time, I'm also a skeptic because there is a lot that you have to filter through to get to the actual hard fact truths."Our guide for today on this journey of communal actualization is Yasmena AlMulla, an NYU trained political scientist and freelance journalist, whose words frequently appear on Gulf News, Politics Today, Kuwait Times, Middle East Eye and Raseef 22. Yasmena mainly covers political, social, and human rights issues. I want to set the stage for this interview by shining the spotlight on  Yasmena and her unique human journey and want to provide you the listener with the best practices for effective communication on matters that may be political or social in nature that frequently stir up reptilian emotionsReferences mentioned in this episode:Humans of New YorkCitizen JournalismReuters EyewitnessIconic Photo of the Syrian BoyBDS Movement (Boycott, Divestment, and Sanction)BDS example in Apartheid South AfricaThe Present - Netflix Film on Palestinian Border Crossing Our Women on The Ground - A Book by Zahra HankirReach out to Yasmena at:Instagram @yasmenawritesLinkedinwww.yasmenalmulla.comReach out to broadband at:Instagram @broadband.podcastEmail aziz@seedsmedia.orgOther LinksReach out to luucid at:Instagram @luucidkwWebsite luucidkw.comFor guest recommendations Email hello@luucid.co

"The best form of creativity is to take someone else's work and do it a bit differently. No one is a hundred percent original."Our guide for today on this journey of communal actualization is Talal Malik, a household name in the Kuwaiti radio scene, a voiceover actor, and a YouTube content creator.I want to set the stage for this interview by shining the spotlight on three main points of focus for our dialogue- About Talal and his unique human journey - Explore the unique world that is Radio and how it compares to the latest and greatest social media platforms. - Provide you the listener with the insights on habits and skills of successful content creators.References mentioned in this episode:Linda Lou (99.7)Talal Al Yagout - 360 FM CEOMarina FM - #1 Radio Station Kuwait (claimed)Ali Najim - Protege turned to SuperstarSalman Al Najadi  - Talal's Nagham Alsabah Co-hostNouf AlSultan - Talal's Co-hostZ100 FM New York - #1 Radio Station in the World (claimed) Casey Neistat - a content creator guruCasey's filmmaking and storytelling courseMr. Beast - a recommended content creatoriJustine - a tech youtuberMarques Brownlee MKBHD - Another tech YouTuberMatt D'Avella - for self develpment and minimalismPeter McKinnon - for videographyArmchair Expert Podcast Dax Shepard Reach out to Talal at:Instagram @talalmalikwww.talalmalek.comReach out to broadband at:Instagram @broadband.podcastEmail aziz@seedsmedia.orgOther LinksReach out to luucid at:Instagram @luucidkwWebsite luucidkw.comFor guest recommendations Email hello@luucid.co

"There is a bigger opportunity to reach more people based on a mindset, a belief system, or a purpose versus a demographic."Our guide for today on this journey of communal actualization is Dana AlHanbali an entrepreneur and the co-founder of the Kuwait-based creative communications firm, Beattie and Dane.I'm going to set the stage for this interview by shining the spotlight on three main points of focus for our dialogue-  About Dana and her unique human journey- Explore the intricacies of the dynamic and quick to evolve world of creative marketing. - Provide you the listener with the best practices to build an effective marketing campaign and the best way to prepare to approach a communications firm.References mentioned in this episode:Beatie and Dane - Dana's Communication Firm360 marketing campaignsChocolate Bars AdsMarzoug Alghanim campaignAziz aljasmiGhazwan Hamdan - Creative Director of MAEK in Dubai Lujain Abulfaraj - develops products/content for teaching Arabic to children Reach out to Dana at:Instagram @dalhanbaliWebsiteEmail dana@beattieanddane.comReach out to broadband at:Instagram @broadband.podcastEmail aziz@seedsmedia.orgOther LinksReach out to luucid at:Instagram @luucidkwWebsite luucidkw.comFor guest recommendations Email hello@luucid.co

"We come from a culture where failure is the enemy. We rather give it a half a try than try and fail."Our guide for today is Noor Al Obaid an entrepreneur, a food and beverage consultant. She's the founder of Bake and Educate, a nonprofit organization that has covered the tuition fees for more than 480 underprivileged students in Kuwait since its inception.Noor has been celebrated by the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees for her stellar campaigns. She's been well received by the public, which is evident by her loyal and enthusiastic fans and followers on social media platforms. I want to set the stage for this interview by shining the spotlight on three main points of focus for our dialogue- About Noor and her unique human journey.- Learn about Kuwait's food scene and how to start a food trend- Walk away with some of the habits, tips, and tricks that help pave the road to Noor's success.References mentioned in this episode:Bait LothanBake and EducateCorporate Social Responsibility - CSRre:foodThe Chocolate Bar AdsDana Al Hanbali - Social Media GuruShrimpy Banned BillboardPret A MangerKuwait as a Food CapitalGiaMukbangFajer Eats - Kuwaiti MukbangsReach out to Noor at:Instagram @noorthatbakesReach out to broadband at:Instagram @broadband.podcastEmail aziz@seedsmedia.orgOther LinksReach out to luucid at:Instagram @luucidkwWebsite luucidkw.comFor guest recommendations Email hello@luucid.co

"There's a fine line between wanting to become a chef for social media or wanting to become a chef for yourself."Our guide for today is Chef Faisal Al Nashmi the creative mind behind Street AlMakan,  Table Otto,  Pam and Cow,  Street Cafe, and San Restorante. Faisal has been instrumental in the evolution of Kuwait's dining scene.I want to set the stage for this interview by shining the spotlight on three main points of focus for our dialogue.- About Faisal and his unique human journey. - Explore the nuances behind creating a menu, a restaurant, and an unshakeable culinary identity.- Walk away with some habits that a successful entrepreneur, chef, and leader like Faisal has developed to aid his success References mentioned in this episode:Le Cordon Bleu - Culinary SchoolStreet Al Makan - RestaurantCoffee in Feeding Milk Bottles - Went ViralFries "Dumpster Mentality"Kuwait as a Food CapitalAli Bukhamseen - Kuwaiti FarmerKenaneya Farms KuwaitChef  Michel Roux Jr.Gordon Ramsay on YoutubeNigella Lawson - Food writer and chefMomofuku: A CookbookIvan Ramen - CookbookDavid ChangDavid Chang and Microwave CookingReach out to Faisal at:Instagram @zubaneenReach out to broadband at:Instagram @broadband.podcastEmail aziz@seedsmedia.orgOther LinksReach out to luucid at:Instagram @luucidkwWebsite luucidkw.comFor guest recommendations Email hello@luucid.co

"Vegetables get jetlagged the same way we get jetlagged when we travel. Let's cut the whole process and start growing locally"Our guide for today on this journey of communal actualization is Dana Al Salem. She's the managing partner of Acquire, a privately owned food, and beverage company that operates some of your favorite Kuwaiti franchises and homegrown concepts from Munch to Upper Crust Pizzeria, Re cleanse, Rare Cuts, Magnolia bakery, and many more.Dana is also the friendly face behind Sadeer farms. Originally a 350,000 square meter goat farm that now plants and supplies Kuwait with diverse offerings from leafy kale and red lettuce to starchy corn and utilitarian lupus.I want to set the stage for this interview by shining the spotlight on three main points of focus for our dialogue.- About Dana and her unique human journey. - Dig deep into the rich soil of Sadeer farms and learn about their wins, their obstacles, and their dreams.- Walk away from this conversation with some of the best tips and practices to apply to your own post-pandemic home gardens and green projectsReferences mentioned in this episode:NUKS USARe JuiceIkl Ikl - Online Farmer's MarketChef Faisal Al NashmiChef Ahmed Al BaderChef MimiMonsanto - Agricultural ConglomeratePlants & More - Alzain AlbabtainThe Snake PlantSucculent PlantDesert BloomsReach out to Dana at:Instagram @sadeer_farmsEmail danaalsalem@gmail.comReach out to broadband at:Instagram @broadband.podcastEmail aziz@seedsmedia.orgOther LinksReach out to luucid at:Instagram @luucidkwWebsite luucidkw.comFor guest recommendations Email hello@luucid.co

"I think you can't be what you can't see. So I need to look up to and hear the stories of women who are killing it in STEM, that look like me, that speak like me, for me to think that it's possible for me."Our guide for today on this journey of communal actualization is Wafa Al Obaidat, the creative director and CEO of the PR design agency, Obai and Hill, the founder of the Women Power Network and the host of the Women Power Podcast.We want to set the stage for this interview by shining the spotlight on three main points of focus for our dialogue,- About Wafa and her unique human journey. - Explore the words like confidence, empowerment, and motivation and what they mean to a successful woman- Provide you with insights on the habits of successful business owners and introduce you to some resources to achieve your business goals.References mentioned in this episode:How to Stay Inspired - An Article by WafaSketchbook MagazineDrive - A book by Daniel PinkAntifragile - A book by Nassim TalebLean In - A book by Sheryl Sandberg Reach out to Wafa at:Instagram @wafaobaidatwww.wafaalobaidat.comObai and Hill (PR Agency)Reach out to broadband at:Instagram @broadband.podcastEmail aziz@seedsmedia.orgOther LinksReach out to luucid at:Instagram @luucidkwWebsite luucidkw.comFor guest recommendations Email hello@luucid.co

"There are various forms of harassment but they have all morphed into this one understanding of harassment. And so sexual harassment is kind of normalized because we do not differentiate between all the different types of harassments." Our guide for today on this journey of communal actualization is Yasmena AlMulla, an NYU trained political scientist and freelance journalist, whose words frequently appear on Gulf news, Politics Today, Kuwait times, Middle East Eye, and Raseef 22.Yasmena mainly covers political, social, and human rights issues. As of late, she's been providing her readers with on-the-ground coverage of the Kuwaiti women's rights movement. I want to set the stage for this interview by shining the spotlight on three main points of focus for our dialogue:- About Yasmena and her unique human journey.- Explore the complex dynamic and at times disturbing world that is women's lives in the middle east.- Provide you with the best practices for effective communication on matters that may be political or social in nature that frequently stir up reptilian emotions.References mentioned in this episode:Humans of New YorkReuters EyewitnessGeena Davis Institute on Gender in MediaFatma Al Ajmi Murder CaseFarah Akbar's Murder CaseJeanelyn Villavende's Murder CaseOur Women on The Ground - A Book by Zahra HankirMen Explain Things to Me - A Book by Rebecca SolnitReach out to Yasmena at:Instagram @yasmenawritesLinkedinReach out to broadband at:Instagram @broadband.podcastEmail aziz@seedsmedia.orgOther LinksReach out to luucid at:Instagram @luucidkwWebsite luucidkw.comFor guest recommendations Email hello@luucid.co

"You have these patriarchal Arab or Muslim men telling you to cover. You then have these Western Men telling you to uncover. Did they ever ask us what we want?"Our guide for today on this journey of communal actualization is Dr. Haneen Al Ghabra. A professor at Kuwait University's Department of Mass Communication, specializing in Rhetoric and Cultural Studies.Dr. Haneen is also the author of "Muslim Women and White Femininity." She's a devoted daughter and a steadfast intersectional feminist. I want to set the stage for this interview by shining the spotlight on three main points of focus for our dialogue:- About Dr. Haneen and her unique human journey.-  Dive deep into the topic of feminism and the nuances that at times escapes the public's perception of the feminist movement.- Getting a clear definition for feminism and actionable insights for what and how you can actively participate in the fight for equal rights and opportunities for our sisters, our daughters, and our mothers.References mentioned in this episode:Dr. Shafeeq Ghabra - Professor of Political ScienceDr. Kimberlé Crenshaw - She Coined the Term ‘Intersectionality’Qasim Amin - The first Arab feministThe Liberation of Women - A book by Qasim AminLeila Ahmed -  an Egyptian-American scholar of IslamWomen and Gender in Islam - A book by Leila AhmedA Quiet Revolution: The Veil's Resurgence - A book by Leila AhmedAll About Love - A book by Bell HooksFeminism Is for Everybody - A book by Bell HooksFrom failure and allyship to feminist solidarities - An article by Dr. Haneen and Dr. Bernadette Calafell Reach out to Dr. Haneen at:TwitterLinkedinInstagramWebsiteReach out to broadband at:Instagram @broadband.podcastEmail aziz@seedsmedia.orgOther LinksReach out to luucid at:Instagram @luucidkwWebsite luucidkw.comFor guest recommendations Email hello@luucid.co

"Social businesses can definitely compete with normal businesses. We have seen that with Tom's shoes where they have been able to compete on a global scale as a social business."Our guide for today on the journey of communal actualization is Maryam Al Eisa an entrepreneur and the founder of the innovative nonprofit company re food.I want to set the stage for this interview by shining the spotlight on three main points of focus for our dialogue:1. About Maryam and her unique human journey2. The differences between for-profit and nonprofit companies3. Provide you the listener with useful tools to aggressively tackle the food waste problem.References mentioned in this episode:Fast-Moving -Consumer-Goods (FMCG)RFD by refoodCorporate Social Responsibility (CSR)Social Enterprise vs PhilanthropyToms ShoesCopia (Food waste Company)Reach out to Maryam at:Instagram @refoodkwLinkedinReach out to broadband at:Instagram @broadband.podcastEmail aziz@seedsmedia.orgOther LinksReach out to luucid at:Instagram @luucidkwWebsite luucidkw.comFor guest recommendations Email hello@luucid.co

"To achieve great things, you need to be brave and pay attention to details, very small details. This is something that I learned the hard way from NASA." Our guide for today on this journey of communal actualization is Dr. Bassam Alfeeli. The Innovation and Enterprise Director at the Kuwait Foundation for Advancement of Science (KFAS). Dr. Alfeeli is also the founder of orbital space, the Middle East's first private company to provide access to space through CubeSat technology.I want to set the stage for this interview by shining the spotlight on three main points of focus for our dialogue:- The unique human journey of Dr. Bassam Alfeeli- Explore the complexities of the innovation game, which means Kuwait as the games map and small and large businesses as the players. - Provide you with insights on the habits of successful innovators and introduce you to some resources to achieve your goals.References mentioned in this episode:KFAS Talk on Economic Growth with Ricardo Hausmann80-20 Rule (Pareto Principle)Technology adoption life cycleRichard Feynman Lecture: There's plenty of room at the bottomQED: The Strange Theory of Light and MatterReach out to Dr. Bassam Alfeeli at:Instagram @b_alfeeliLinkedinOrbital SpaceReach out to broadband at:Instagram @broadband.podcastEmail aziz@seedsmedia.orgOther LinksReach out to luucid at:Instagram @luucidkwWebsite luucidkw.comFor guest recommendations Email hello@luucid.co

"Innovative ideas are found, they are not thought up. You're not sitting in a glass room, trying to think up an innovative idea. The innovative idea comes as you're talking to someone noticing patterns or looking at how people behave or how people use something."Our guide for today on this journey of communal actualization is Abdulmohsen Alduwaisan an entrepreneur and innovation strategist who engages with startups and corporate teams to find and validate innovative concepts.I want to set the stage for this interview by shining the spotlight on three main points of focus for our dialogue, 1. The first being Abdulmohsen and his unique human journey. 2. I want to explore the factors that make good business and introduce you to the frictions that small businesses and startups experience in their journey to actualization.3. I want to provide you the listener with insights on the habits of successful business owners and introduce you to resources to achieve your business goals Connect with Abdulmohsen at:Instagram @atalduwaisanLinkedinWebsite www.atalduwaisan.comOne BaseAbdulmohsen's Shoutouts go to:Anop from Fusion Logistics "if you're looking to ship anything, e-commerce or import products he's been a phenomenal guy."Haidar Almosawi "for finding your work-life balance"Studio Pesi "for industrial designs in South Korea"Ameer Aldagher "whenever something's going wrong with an injury or some joint that's messed up, he's the guy"Reach out to broadband at:Instagram @broadband.podcastEmail aziz@seedsmedia.orgOther LinksReach out to luucid at:Instagram @luucidkwWebsite luucidkw.comFor guest recommendations Email hello@luucid.co

"Humanity as a whole is successful because of the community and our desire to contribute, like build a story that we can share with others or make art that a bunch of people can appreciate."Our guide for today on this journey of communal actualization is Blake Vanier, a published author, and inventor based in Boulder, Colorado.I want to set the stage for this interview by shining the spotlight on three main points of focus for our dialogue: - Blake and his unique human journey. - The intricacies of the arduous and long journey that is writing, publishing, and selling a book- Encourage the listener to reflect on questions. Like, am I making the most of my free time, or am I building the habits necessary to be creativeReferences Mentioned in this Episode:Lockheed Martin (Aerospace Company)Mars Curiosity RoverGoogle AdsDavid GogginsReach out to Blake at:Blake's Instagram Blake's WebsiteBlake's First Book: The Orphans of New LurBlake's Reinvention of the Travel Mug: SipficientReach out to broadband at:Instagram @broadband.podcastEmail aziz@seedsmedia.orgOther LinksReach out to luucid at:Instagram @luucidkwWebsite luucidkw.comFor guest recommendations Email hello@luucid.co

"When it comes down to the future or contemporary art in Kuwait, I think it's bubbling. I think it's morphing. I think it's currently being challenged by a lot of artists, and it gives me great pleasure to see that because it trains the human eye to look at beauty in a different way."Our guide for today on this journey of communal actualization is Samaa Al Refai research-based visual artist and historian striving to shorten the distance between the public and art.I want to set the stage for this interview by shining the spotlight on three main points of focus for our dialogue. - About Samaa and her unique human journey. - Introduce you to Samaa's art form of choice, and I want to dive a little deeper into what it means to be an artist, what it takes to be an artist, and how hard it is to be an artist.-Provide you the listener with some answers to the question. What is art good for?Reach out to Samaa at:Her Instagram @allmyritualsHer Website samaaalrefai.comSamaa's Shout-outs:Farah AlWugayan @xxmantrasLula Cortez @lula.cortezReach out to broadband at:Instagram @broadband.podcastEmail aziz@seedsmedia.orgReach out to luucid at:Instagram @luucidkwWebsite luucidkw.comFor guest recommendations Email hello@luucid.co

"One of my biggest struggles is the relationship between myself as an artist and money. It's just the way we're brought up and is so common in the media, is that your financial worth is directly correlated to your value as a person."Our guide for today on this journey of communal actualization is Alicia Joe Straka a professional accordionist, opera trained vocalist, pianist, and composer. I want to set the stage for this interview by shining the spotlight on three main points of focus for our dialogue, - About Alicia and her unique human journey.- Provide you with some depth of knowledge on what it's like to take the path less traveled in the music industry and the digital age.  - I want to share some science-based benefits that come with practicing and listening to music, facts, and studies that I found quite interestingReach out to Alicia at:Alicia's WebsiteAlicia's YoutubeAlicia's InstagramReach out to broadband at:Instagram @broadband.podcastEmail aziz@seedsmedia.orgReach out to luucid at:Instagram @luucidkwWebsite luucidkw.comFor guest recommendations Email hello@luucid.co

Our guide for today on this journey of communal actualization is Saad Choeiter, a doctor of osteopathic medicine and a movement therapist, that prefers to use his hands rather than a scalpel as his healing tool of choice.I want to set the stage for this interview by shining the spotlight on three main points of focus for our dialogue. 1. About Saad and his unique human journey. 2. Introduce you to a form of treatment, to actively heal physical elements that is at times overshadowed by our current medical, industrial complex.3. Provide you the listener with tools to be proactive in either healing or preventing said physical elements. Reach out to Saad at:Instagram @kinetic_cloudWebsite www.kin-cloud.comReach out to broadband at:Instagram @broadband.podcastEmail aziz@seedsmedia.orgReach out to luucid at:Instagram @luucidkwWebsite luucidkw.comFor guest recommendations Email hello@luucid.co