Ep. 39 - Exploring Emotional Intelligence and Mental Health with Dr. Shahana Alibhai

Welcome to Bravo Unscripted, the show where we dive deep into the personal stories that shape us. In this episode of Bravo Unscripted, I sit down to chat with Dr. Shahana Alibhai, a family physician, mental health expert, and TEDx speaker. Dr. Shahana discusses her personal battle with postpartum anxiety and how it reshaped her views on mental health. The conversation covers the epidemic of numbing and avoidance in society, the importance of emotional literacy, and practical steps to enhance self-awareness and resilience. They also delve into the stigma around mental health, the interconnectedness of physical and mental health, and strategies to process emotions effectively. Dr. Shahana promotes her upcoming book, sharing insights into her Feel Better Method that includes self-acknowledgement, awareness, acceptance, and action.   00:00 Welcome to Bravo Unscripted 00:18 Introducing Dr. Shahana Alibhai 00:52 The Epidemic of Numbness 01:34 Dr. Shahana's Personal Journey 05:28 The Stigma Around Mental Health 06:51 The Connection Between Mental and Physical Health 10:27 The Epidemic of Numbing and Boredom 12:25 Teaching Emotional Intelligence to Children 19:06 Self-Worth and Resilience 27:46 The Four A's of Emotional Health 34:02 Final Thoughts and Book Release Connect with Dr. Shahana Alibhai: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shahana-alibhai-feelbetter/  www.drshahana.com Thank you for tuning in to this episode of Bravo Unscripted. Remember to subscribe and follow the podcast as we create a community of love and support. If you liked the episode, please leave us a review, it's a huge help in growing our reach and expanding our audience! Let's light up the world together. I'm always looking to connect to amazing people with powerful stories.  If you, or someone you know has a story to share, please connect with me at [email protected] and introduce yourself!  Your story may be the spark that lights someone else's darkness. Come say Hi and join my inner circle! IG/FB: @suzettekbravo LinkedIn: Suzette Bravo Website: Suzettebravo.com