The Power of Perspective: Healing, Growth, and Self-Responsibility

⏱️ Timestamped Show Notes

TimeTopic00:00Fizza's background: Relationship coach for immigrant professionals01:00Struggles with depression, loneliness, and mental health after moving03:00The experience with a psychologist that sparked her purpose05:00Choosing to create safe, judgment-free spaces for others07:00Overcoming isolation by connecting with the community13:00Story about judging others through a "dirty window"16:00Personal stories of feeling out of place and misunderstood18:00Treating everyone with dignity, even across communication barriers22:00The fine line between empathy and sympathy24:00Challenges with judgment and being misunderstood at church27:00The hidden power of words and unseen wounds they cause31:00How your closest circle shapes your energy and growth34:00Observations on group dynamics at social gatherings39:00Materialism and superficial social standards42:00Personal stories of self-worth beyond possessions47:00Importance of clear conversations in relationships49:00Social media’s unrealistic portrayals of life and relationships51:00How mental state can show physically (room, hair, energy)55:00Family expectations and resilience lessons learned from parents59:00How self-doubt is created through experiences and meanings we assign1:04:00Moving from people-pleasing to self-ownership1:10:00Judgments around appearance and staying confident1:18:00Leadership: Born vs. Taught discussion1:20:00True leadership: Walking with people, not ahead or behind1:24:00Society’s standards for friendship and relationships1:27:00Critical thinking vs. blindly following instructions1:32:00Staying present to truly learn and lead1:36:00Taking 100% responsibility for your life1:41:00Healing is essential before attracting healthy relationships1:43:00Final thoughts: This too shall pass — choose to create your life