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the colour mom
by Simi
culture. life. healthhow do you really figure out who you really are? we think everyone else has it figured out. but in reality no one has. join me as i bring you true stories of women and beyond. let's unravel the true essence of being a woman.dm your host, Simi, on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/__simikaur
Episodes
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Battling the Worst, Awakening the New
Join us in this raw and authentic conversation as two mothers take a deep dive into motherhood and finding self amidst the chaos. I'm so excited to have Nishma Karim as my guest today who is an author, personal trainer, & a certified holistic nutritionist. Her debut book called, "Battling the…
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Self-Care Down There
Have you heard of healing periods and the four seasons of menstrual cycles? Did you know Menstrual cycles are called Mahwari cycles in Urdu? How does the lunar cycle relate to our menstrual cycle? I don't know about you but I had never thought about us carrying generational trauma within our...
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The Healing Brown Girl
Her life has been a rollercoaster life. When you grow up in a culture who has sheltered you all your life, it is not easy to break free from the belief systems that others project upon you, especially when they are the ones closest to you. Natasha Khawja chose to live a different life and broke...
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the art of surviving cancer, not once but twice
A raw and unfiltered story of Jagbir Kang, a Punjabi woman, who survived cancer, not once but twice. Not only that, prior to being diagnosed with this horrible illness, she had survived marital abuse. Sheer resilience is what comes to mind when I think of the amount of struggles she went through...
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she lost herself and didn't even know it!
Join us as I chat with Surabhi, my twin (j/k), over a cup of tea. Surabhi shares her story with us on identity loss as a teenage immigrant and how she navigated her way through these years. She talks about the pressure to 'fit in' and living two completely different lives, all while trying to...
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how she broke the cycle
When you marry someone at will, you step into a life full of aspirations, dreams and desires. But what happens when that marriage slowly starts becoming toxic and abusive? How do you even recognize the signs when you may be in denial? How do you seek help? The thought of getting a divorce and...
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bound without boundaries
we are all bound without boundaries. that's why it is so important to set them in place and free yourself. lighten your mental load. trust me, you will feel a million times better when you do. easier said than done though. how do you exactly set boundaries. especially with your auties, your MIL,...
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the moment i saw you
what was your love at first sight? don't miss these wonderful love stories that are sure to leave you awestruck! and follow these amazing moms, who shared their stories with us, on instagram. sharana @bossthesixedition sonia @thatpunjabimom gurjit @mybeautiful.kayos zabina @zabina_bhasin_md…
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the colour mom
welcome to the colour mom... meet your host, simi. what's up with the name change? Why not, mamas high on chai? you are mom, a daughter, a wife, a sister, an artist, a professional… there are so many hats that we wear everyday. then you add culture to mix and life gets even more complicated. how…
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Not Just Cakes
Passion, mindset, relentlessness, focus, & thirst for success.. Tune in to hear what it takes to dream, to execute that dream and bring it to life. What does it mean to be a woman of colour in the world of business? How do you measure success? How do you keep going through the ups and downs of...
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Burn The Burn Out
Burnt out? Finding yourself stretched way too thin? Saying yes to possibly everything you can and finding no time for your self? Burn out is real. This week we speak with Israa Nasir, a therapist and a mental health advocate, and discuss all that is to know about burn outs. Find out what the…
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Arjun: In Search For Life - Part II
Trigger Warning: Birth Trauma, Child Loss and, Child Sickness. This half of the episode shines more light into Manraj's journey. How did she find the courage to have her second and third child after going through such traumatic experiences? What was it like in the days leading up to Arjun's...
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a mother's womb
i am a mother’s womb empty and abandoned all i want is to be with my baby i often dream that he is inside of me cuddled and wrapped in my blanket i fear that i will be forgotten by mother as i am already forgotten by the life i once created mother’s heart keeps me up at night when it beats it...
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Arjun: In Search of Life - Part I
Trigger Warning: This episode contains personal experiences of birth trauma, suicidal thoughts, child sickness and child loss. Please listen at your discretion. A mother walks us along her journey of grief, loss and everything in between. We're joined by Manraj Kaur, a special soul in search of...
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How Wealthy Are You?
"Remember that there are many forms of wealth, financial wealth being only one of them. One who has rich relationships and a loving community around her is, in my mind, wealthy. One who has a life of excellent health, adventure, excitement and continuous learning has wealth of a different sort.…
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You Just Need To Try Harder - Anonymously Truly
How does one navigate through the complexities of culture intertwined with the challenges of infertility. An anonymous story takes us through the journey of a couple who discover their infertility and the barriers they face in the name of misogyny and gender biases. Y'all choosing science is not…
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Well-Behaved Indian Women (ft. Saumya Dave)
well-behaved indian women, a debut novel by Saumya Dave, is a fictional tale of mother-daughter relationships across three generations. It is a one of a kind story that beautifully portrays the complexities and intricacies of womanhood and motherhood in the Indian culture. Since its release in…
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Not Broken - Part II
Last week we were in conversation with Dhara as she walked us through her fertility journey. This week we continue to explore her story and discover the impacts of IVF on several aspects of her life. What goes through her mind when she finds out she has less than 3% chance of getting pregnant?…
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Not Broken - Part I
A million pregnancy tests, ovulation kits, tracking tools, month after month- nothing but frustration and despair! With so much uncertainty and so many questions, she goes on a journey hoping to see a light at the end of the tunnel. All she ever wanted was to have a baby. Never in a million years...
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Between Two Worlds
What is it like to be a first generation South Asian? Have you ever felt like you were caught between two worlds? Growing up in the North American culture for as long as you can remember while your parents come from a completely different world, a completely different culture? We are in...
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Season 2 Love
Hey all... I have a show of my own and I feel like a rockstar. Kicking off Season 2 by connecting with you all. Here's to a brand new season, a brand new perspective. Here's to having honest conversations about wellness, culture and self discovery. Love - Simi
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For the Love of Creation
What does it take to be a content creator? The numbers game, the stress, the trolls, the comments, the likes, the blood, sweat and tears - all for the love of creation. We talk about it all and take a peek into world of digital creators. We are joined by Tina Singh @mombossof3, who is an...
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Roses and Thorns
This one is for your little ones! Roses and thorns is a mindful activity I recently learned about and have been practicing with my daughter daily since. Every night we reflect on our day. Essentially, we talk about our highs and our lows. It gives us a chance to bond and makes for a very special...
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Mama Says I am Fine
Today we are joined by Anjuli, a medical student, and the face behind 'her health story', a project that allows SA women to tell their maternal mental health stories and struggles entailing everything from pregnancy to post-partum experience. We focus on maternal mental health and the…
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A Letter Unwritten
Many thoughts untold, ⠀ bottled up somewhere deep inside. ⠀ Emotions come to surface sometimes. ⠀ They hide back in fear. ⠀ In fear of showing too much love. ⠀ In fear of being judged.⠀ In fear of tapping into the real self.⠀ In fear of the unknown. .⠀ ⠀ Writing this letter was the most difficult...
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Soul Sisters on a Shitty Day
Two mamas connect over a glass of wine on a shitty day. Literally!! Be the fly on the wall and join in for some real conversations about being South Asian women, and the joys and challenges of motherhood. We unravel the concept of beauty, body image, body hair in the modern world, and how it...
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More Than Just Kegels
So you created a human inside your body and now you want to bounce back into shape. This mom of three on Instagram has six-pack abs, you think. ⠀ Sometimes, you might even pee your pants while laughing, coughing, sneezing, jumping on a trampoline. You cannot even talk to your partner about it.…
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Queersome Mama
What is it like to be a queer womxn and to grow up in a traditional South Asian family? How do you even discover your sexuality when you're already bound by cultural taboos and stigmas around dating and pre-marital relationships? How can you not live in fear of being disowned by your family,...
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The Good Girl Syndrome
Do you have the good girl syndrome? Five mamas talk about the concept of being a 'good girl' in our culture. What were the expectations of them growing up? Were their choices, decisions, behaviors based on what was expected of them? Did they conform to the societal and cultural norms? Join us to...
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Decolonize Ayurveda
Today we are joined by Navi Gill, an Ayurvedic Practioner, a wellness entrepreneur and a yoga teacher. As a holistic wellness educator, Navi focuses on reviving and connecting womxn to the ancestral wisdom and rituals as a form of self care. She explains her journey into Ayurveda, her deep...
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Calling All South Asian Mamas
What a time to be launching this podcast! Hi, I am your host Simi. . This totally didn't go as I planned. I have been planning to launch a podcast for months now. I knew WHY I wanted to do this. I wanted to create a support network for South Asian Mamas. I had a vision of what I wanted to talk...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
culture. life. healthhow do you really figure out who you really are? we think everyone else has it figured out. but in reality no one has. join me as i bring you true stories of women and beyond. let's unravel the true essence of being a woman.dm your host, Simi, on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/__simikaur
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culture. life. healthhow do you really figure out who you really are? we think everyone else has it figured out. but in reality no one has. join me as i bring you true stories of women and beyond. let's unravel the true essence of being a woman.dm your host, Simi, on Instagram...
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