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The its okay to… podcast is a space where we get real about mental health, life’s challenges and personal growth. I'm not a professional, just someone sharing my journey and what I’ve learned (and still learning) along the way. Each week, I’ll share my own experiences and have guests share theirs, reminding you that you’re never alone. My hope is that by opening up, it’ll help you feel a little less alone on your own journey. Tune in every Wednesday at 5:00 AM UAE / 9:00 AM UK time; for real, honest conversations about life, mental health, and personal growth. Let’s learn and heal together.

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Episodes

  1. Ep.39 PART 9: How it all began: Rejection is redirection

    Ever settled for less than you deserve? Then this is the episode for you ...This week I'm talking more about self love and self worth and rejection is a reflection of who you are. Its so easy to internalize rejection and it make us believe that there is something "wrong with us" , but its so...

  2. Ep.38 Erin’s Journey: Real Talk on Mental Health & Healing.

    Ever felt like you’re stuck in a cycle? I certainly have been recently... Erin's journey might just be the reminder you need that healing is possible and things can change. I want to say a huge thank you to Erin for coming on the podcast and sharing her journey. I truly admire her strength and...

  3. Ep. 37 PART 8: How it all began: No Self-Worth, No Self-Love: Why we settle for the bare minimum.

    Got it! Let’s make it feel more personal and authentic: In this episode, I’m opening up about how not having self-worth and self-love can make us settle for the bare minimum in relationships/ situationships. I talk about the patterns of accepting less than we deserve and how it all ties back to…

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  4. Ep.36 PART 7: How it all began: Reflecting on my Mental Health journey.

    This week, I wanted to reflect on my mental health journey so far and talk about how every decision I have ever made has led me to where I am and who I am right now. I'm still learning now how to navigate the up and down days, but I am slowly coming to terms that every step has brought me closer…

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  5. Ep.35 PART 6: How it all began: Embracing a new beginning: My first steps of cutting out alcohol.

    In this episode, I'm sharing the first steps of my journey to cut out alcohol and learning to embrace a new chapter in my life. I know its not going to be easy, I am already finding it a challenge! But I owe it to myself to make this change and break free of my old habits. I talk about the...

  6. Ep.34 PART 5: How it all began: The blackouts continued...

    DISCLAIMER **In this episode I am continuing to talk about my relationship with alcohol, if this is a topic that is sensitive to you, then please free to skip this episode. If you want to follow my journey more, you can follow me on Instagram @itsokayto.mm I have also started posted my journey…

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  7. Ep.33 PART 4: How it all began: Blacking out & my relationship with alcohol.

    DISCLAIMER: In this episode I will be talking about my relationship with alcohol and how I experienced blackouts during my time at university. This has been a topic I've wanted to talk about for so long, but not quite sure how to say what I wanted to say, but here it is, part 4 of my mental…

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  8. Ep.32 PART 3: How it all began: The reality of my surgery.

    In part 3 of 'How it all began', I talk a bit more on how having my ear surgery didn't actually take away all of insecurities, has the surgery changed my life for the better ? 100%.. but those feelings of insecurity and self love didn't stop after the surgery.. Feel free to follow me on...

  9. Ep.31 PART 2: How it all began: Navigating insecurities & building confidence.

    In this episode I talk more about my insecurities and how being insecure and having no self confidence started to affect me being in a relationship. I also share some tips that I used for myself personally, along with how I have been practicing self love and slowly learning how to build my...

  10. Ep.30 PART 1: How it all began: My journey of battling with insecurity.

    If you have ever felt like you are not enough or struggled with an insecurity, then this one is for you. In this episode, I'm taking you back to the very beginning of where my mental health journey started and opening up about something I have struggled with since I was 14 years of age.. It's not...

  11. Ep.29 Admitting I'm overwhelmed (again) My honest rant of the week .

    After last week's episode about trying to work on a healthy work life balance, here I am , a week later, feeling completely overwhelmed again.. How ironic ?...But , the truth is, I still stand by everything I said last week. Sometimes despite our best efforts, theres still going to be up & down...

  12. Ep.28 A Teacher's guide to a healthy work-life balance: Preventing burnout.

    Have you ever felt your self drowning in your to do list and feel like you have never ending things to do ! You are not alone, I am sure we all feel the exact same. This week I wanted to talk about creating a work-life balance. I have mentioned some things that work for me and some things I am...

  13. Ep.27 Sisters through the years: Growing up together & evolving as adults.

    Join me and my sister this week for a sisterly chat we we talk all about our childhood, growing up, our differences and how we are now as adults. I hope this resonates with you & you enjoy this episode. Don't forget to follow my Instagram @itsokayto.mm where you can see more about my mental…

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  14. Ep.26 Navigating grief with Jane.

    DISCLAIMER** This episode talks about grief & losing a loved one which is a very sensitive topic, if this is something you are unable to listen to, please feel free to skip this episode. This week, I was joined by a mutual friend of mine who very kindly came on the podcast to talk about losing…

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  15. Ep. 25 : 2024 recap & what I want going into 2025.

    As 2024 is coming to an end, I have ben reflecting a lot on the past year, both the highs and the lows, so this episode I will be looking back at the year and talking about what I want out of 2025!

  16. Ep.24 Being your true authentic self & how to find the real you !

    This week my friend Shaunagh & I talk about the journey of finding and embracing our true authentic selves. Over the years I have personally struggled with people pleasing and I have lost sight of who I really am. We discuss the importance of staying true to ourselves and how to break free from...

  17. Navigating our 30's: Expectations vs reality ..

    Do you feel there is a pressure when you turn the "big 30".. ?Then this episode is for you, we talk about the reality of what it is like turning 30 and what it has been like for us personally.

  18. Ep.22 The importance of Nutrition - With Lezaan.

    I am so excited for this episode as nutrition is something I have really wanted to learn more about. This week I am joined by Lezaan who has a B.Sc in Physiology & Nutrition. We hope you enjoy this episode, take notes, its an interesting one!

  19. Ep. 21 Self development ISNT easy

    Are you struggling with old habits and patterns resurfacing? Then this episode is for you.. This week I talk about how self development is a journey, working on ourselves is one of the bravest but most difficult things to do, so wherever you are in your journey right now, you should be proud.…

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  20. Ep.20 Journaling

    This week, I talk about my personal experience with journaling, how I started it and my go to tips ! Stay tuned for the 'its okay to1' journal coming very soon ! Follow my instagram for more updates: @itsokayto.mm

  21. Ep.19 Part 2 - The pressure we feel as women.

    Part 2 of the pressures we feel as women! This week, we went into a lot more detail, talking all things insecurities, make up and how we can work on our inner selves. If you enjoyed this podcast, follow me on Instagram for regular updates. @itsokayto.mm

  22. Ep.18 Part 1 - The pressure we feel as women (Joined by Sally)

    Welcome back ! This week I am joined by the beautiful Sally who is a make up artist in Dubai, we speak about the pressures we feel and face as women. Join us next week for part 2. Follow my journey: [email protected] Youtube @MeganMcgreavy-itsokayto

  23. Ep.17 Q&A with my bestie.

    This Wednesday I am joined by my best friend Shaunagh, we asked each other a mix of questions, some deep questions and some fun ones! Hope you enjoy! If you have any other questions you would like us to answer, follow my instagram and I will put a Q&A up. @itsokayto.mm

  24. Ep.16 Recent reflections.

    Welcome back! This week is a short episode as I am talking about the things I have been reflecting on lately. It is so important to see how far we have come whilst still working on where we want to be. I hope you enjoy it ! Don't forget to follow my instagram for more updates on self development....

  25. Ep.15 People pleasing

    Welcome back to this weeks episode! If you are new here, thank you so much for tuning in and I hope I help in some sort of way. If you have followed my journey from the beginning, I hope I am helping in some sort of way. This week I am talking about people pleasing, something I have struggled…

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  26. Ep.14 Building healthier habits.

    Join me this week where I discuss the healthier habits I want to work on and how I have always struggled with consistency and finding that motivation ! Keep updated with my episodes and my journey by following my instagram @itsokayto.mm Thank you so much for tuning in and I will see you next...

  27. Ep. 13 Be proud of your progress.

    If you are new here then hii! Welcome to my podcast, if you want to know a little more about my self development journey, then check out my instagram and stay tuned for weekly episodes every Wednesday. @itsokayto.mm (Instagram) This week, instead of talking about what I want to work on and where…

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  28. Ep.12 Healing ..

    Ask yourself what does healing mean to you? This week, I am talking about my own healing journey and how I am finding the process. This is all my own journey and my advice and tips are things that have worked for me, they may not suit everyone. I really hope you enjoy this episode and it…

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  29. Ep.11 Feeling lost.

    Welcome back to 'itsokayto' podcast!! After taking a short break, I am back and I couldn't be happier! This week I am talking about feeling lost whilst trying to navigating life. Thank you so much for tuning in and please don't forget to follow my Instagram @itsokayto.mm

  30. Ep.10 Things we would tell our younger self.

    This Wednesday I am joined by my sister, we discuss our past, how we are both very different people and what we would tell to our younger selves. I hope you are enjoying my episodes and they are helping in some sort of way. Please don't forget to follow my Instagram page @itsokayto.mm to follow…

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  31. Bonus episode- Q&A

    Welcome back to my podcast! This week is a little bit different, I am joined by my sister in a short Q&A where you can get to know me a little bit more! I hope you enjoy. Don't forget to check out my Instagram @itsokayto.mm, I really appreciate the support.

  32. Ep.9 How to be more self aware.

    Welcome back !! If you haven't listened to Ep.8 yet, go and give that a listen as this is a follow up episode. In the last episode, I spoke about the importance of self awareness. This week, I am talking about the ways that have helped me become more aware. This is something I am still currently...

  33. Ep.8 Self awareness

    Welcome back ! This week I am talking about the importance of being self aware and why it is necessary to understand yourself on a deeper level in order to build healthier habits. Join me for episode 9; where I will be talking about the habits that I have built to help me. Don't forget to follow…

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  34. Ep.7 Learning how to be present.

    In this episode I talk about how I am currently working on how to be present and enjoy the now! In life, we are surrounded by distractions around us, we are constantly thinking about what has happened in the past as well as future worries. I hope this episode helps you to realise you are not…

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  35. Ep.6 Managing anxiety.

    Welcome back and thank you for tuning in to Ep.6 of the 'its okay to...' podcast! DISCLAIMER* I am no professional on the topic of anxiety, this is all just my personal experience. Anxiety is something I have been living with since a young age and I am still learning how to manage it and I am...

  36. Ep. 5 Self comparison.

    Welcome back ! This week, I am joined by my friend Monifah. We discuss the difficulties of comparing ourselves to others, the struggles of social media & what we can do to try and love our selves more! Please don't forget to like and follow the podcast and follow my social media for regular...

  37. Ep.4 Stepping out of your comfort zone.

    This week, I am joined by a friend of mine Caz! who recently stepped out of her comfort zone and became a qualified Pilates Teacher! We talk about all things that are scary & unfamiliar but how good it also feels when you accomplish something by stepping out of your comfort zone. I hope this...

  38. Ep.3 Making friendships abroad.

    In Ep.3, I am joined by my first guest! A really close friend of mine who I met whilst living in Dubai. We will be talking about what it is like to start over and make friendships when you have moved away to a different country. I hope this resonates with some of you! Please don't forget to…

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  39. CEASEFIRE NOW

    EMERGENCY EPISODE. PLEASE LISTEN & USE THE LINK IN THE BIO TO DONATE TO HELP GAZA. ANY AMOUNT WILL MAKE A DIFFERENCE....

  40. Ep.2 Moving away from home.

    Welcome back! A massive thank you for tuning into episode 1, your support means so much to me. Ep.2, I will be talking about how it is okay to feel guilty, to feel sad and any other emotions you may experience when moving away from home. Instagram @itsokayto.mm Tiktok @itsokayto.mm_

  41. Ep.1 Self development.

    Welcome to the It's okay to...podcast! My very first podcast and episode 1 is finally here. In this episode, I'll be doing a short introduction about why I wanted to start this podcast. I will then be talking about self development and how I am trying to improve my current routine and build...

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The its okay to… podcast is a space where we get real about mental health, life’s challenges and personal growth. I'm not a professional, just someone sharing my journey and what I’ve learned (and still learning) along the way. Each week, I’ll share my own experiences and have guests share theirs, reminding you that you’re never alone. My hope is that by opening up, it’ll help you feel a little less alone on your own journey. Tune in every Wednesday at 5:00 AM UAE / 9:00 AM UK time; for real, honest conversations about life, mental health, and personal growth. Let’s learn and heal together.

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