The Quality of Life Podcast
A wellness podcast for Saudi Arabia, the GCC, and the world, hosted by Raha Moharrak, the youngest Arab and first Saudi woman to climb Mount Everest. The show covers nutrition, exercise, life lessons, and burnout prevention, aiming to help individuals and communities create a better life through wellness and sport. Episodes are available in both Arabic and English, released every Friday.
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Live from Reform Athletica: Strength, Resilience & the Pursuit of Quality of Life
Our very first live recording of The Quality of Life Podcast 🎙️ - and what a morning it was!Hosted by Raha Moharrak at Reform Athletica in Dubai, this special episode brought together an inspiring mix of fitness, conversation, and community.We kicked off with TRX Training strength classes before diving into an uplifting discussion with our incredib
"Own Your Seat": Confidence, Courage and Change - with Cynthia Karam
In the season finale of the Quality of Life Podcast, Raha welcomes Cynthia Karam, Senior Director of Public Affairs, Communication and Sustainability for the Middle East at Coca-Cola. Cynthia is an advocate for sustainability, gender equality and empowerment, leading initiatives that have shaped opportunities for women across the region.This episode is a celebration of courage, grace and
"More Than Muscle: Redefining Strength" - with Amna Al Haddad
In this episode, Raha sits down with trailblazing Emirati athlete, speaker and mental health advocate Amna Al Haddad.From becoming the first Emirati woman to compete internationally in Olympic weightlifting and CrossFit, to helping the UAE qualify for the Rio Olympics, Amna has carved her own path often without support, and in defiance of expectations.Together they unpack:What quality of life mean
“The Ballet of Becoming": Mona Elsaka’s Dance Between Career and Self
This week on the Quality of Life Podcast, Raha sits down with global strategist, storyteller, former ballerina and proud single mother of two — Mona Elsaka,With over 20 years of experience working with Fortune 100 companies and leading some of the most iconic sports and entertainment partnerships in the world, Mona’s career is powerful on paper but even more powerful in person.In this open and dee
“From Corporate to Kite Beach: Emma’s Story of Passion, Planning and Volleyball” - with Emma Limone
This week on the Quality of Life Podcast, Raha sits down with someone very close to her heart - her friend of 15 years, Emma, founder of Asperia Volleyball Academy and a quiet powerhouse in Dubai’s sports and startup scene.In her first ever podcast appearance, Emma opens up about how she went from a corporate job in Italy to building a women-led beach volleyball community on Ki
“From Overwhelm to Impact: How Kayleigh Built a 70,000-Woman Community” - with Kayleigh Hucklebridge
This week on the Quality of Life Podcast, Raha meets Kayleigh, a British entrepreneur and the founder of The Female Network Dubai, a fast-growing community created to empower and connect women across the UAE.Kayleigh opens up about how she grew a network of over 70,000 women while juggling motherhood, grief, burnout and five dogs, all with honesty, humour and heart.In this warm and
“Burnout, Blondie and Becoming Your Own Boss: Carleen’s Story of Starting Over” - with Carleen McKinley-Cummins
This week on the Quality of Life Podcast, Raha meets Carleen, a multi-business owner, fashion entrepreneur, and passionate advocate for helping women leave the 9 to 5 and build financial freedom on their own terms.Carleen’s story is not just about success. It’s about facing burnout, losing her energy and direction, and slowly rebuilding with purpose, calm, and a strong morning coffee.In
"Building Community, Finding Balance, and Doing Life on Your Own Terms” - with Achasah and Sue from Women Who Thrive
This week on the Quality of Life Podcast, host Raha Moharrak sits down with Sue and Achasa, the vibrant co-founders of Women Who Thrive; a female-led community rooted in eight pillars of wellbeing, designed to support women at every stage of their journey.The duo open up about:What “quality of life” really means to them (spoiler: it’s about real connection, not perfection)
"Finding Your Voice" - with Radha Patel
Today, Raha meets Radha. Radha Patel helps entrepreneurs stop overthinking and start showing up online in a way that grows their business and income. She knows what it’s like to hold back, overthink, and stay stuck, when deep down, you know you’re meant for more. So her goal is to help people stop hiding, simplify their message, and turn their presence into profit.Radha speaks about the essence of
“Underestimate Me Please" - with Khadija Khalifa
Today, Raha meets Khadija.Khadija Kalifa is an entrepreneur, mother of three, former Apprentice UK finalist, and founder of Full of Beans cafes and the Global Partnership business community.Whether you’re an aspiring entrepreneur, a working parent, or just someone craving a dose of real talk and resilience, Khadija’s story is proof that you can start anywhere and create the life you deserve.Khadij
"Living true to purpose" - with Tara Rose Kidd
Today, Raha meets Tara Rose.Tara Rose Kidd is the Founder and Creative Director of Tara Rose Salons, an award-winning luxury salon brand with locations in Dubai and Abu Dhabi. Tara also leads the Tara Rose Academy, mentoring future beauty professionals with a focus on excellence and emotional intelligence. They discuss the significance of morning routines, the challenges of burnout, and
BONUS: "A tool, not a lifestyle" - with Alecs Donovan
Today, Raha meets Alecs. Alecs Donovan is a former Welsh international rugby player turned wellness entrepreneur. She’s a yoga instructor and founder of yoga and wellness brand ‘Your Best Life’. She’s also behind lifestyle brand ‘Slow Sunday Life’.This episode's highlights...Quality of life evolves with age and career changes.Joy is a crucial component of quality of life.The people around us
"Appreciate every journey and every win" - with Alecs Donovan
Today, Raha meets Alecs. Alecs Donovan is a former Welsh international rugby player turned wellness entrepreneur. She’s a yoga instructor and founder of yoga and wellness brand ‘Your Best Life’. She’s also behind lifestyle brand ‘Slow Sunday Life’.This episode's highlights...Quality of life evolves with age and career changes.Joy is a crucial component of quality of life.The people around us
BONUS:"I love reading, it's one of my top strengths" - with Heidi Jones
Today, Raha meets Heidi. Heidi Jones is a certified Life and Health Coach, who’s passionate about advocating for neurodiversity, autism and ADHD. She focusses on goal setting, personal development strategies and overcoming challenges. This episode's highlights...Quality of life is about aligning values with actions.Self-awareness is crucial for personal growth.Coaching c
"The mundane approach to life" - with Heidi Jones
Today, Raha meets Heidi. Heidi Jones is a certified Life and Health Coach, who’s passionate about advocating for neurodiversity, autism and ADHD. She focusses on goal setting, personal development strategies and overcoming challenges. This episode's highlights...Quality of life is about aligning values with actions.Self-awareness is crucial for personal growth.Coaching c
BONUS: "Carving out freedom every day" - with Katie Simmonds and Fiona Berry
Today, Raha meets Katie and Fiona.Katie Simmonds is the Global Chief Commercial Officer of SIGA, the world`s largest coalition for sport integrity, and the Chair of SIGAWomen. She is an English qualified lawyer who specialises in sport law. Fiona Berry is a seasonal nutritionist who discovered nutrition through her own poor health. Her nutrition retreats in France were recognised in The
"You have to develop your own style" - with Fiona Berry and Katie Simmonds
Today, Raha meets Katie and Fiona.Katie Simmonds is the Global Chief Commercial Officer of SIGA, the world`s largest coalition for sport integrity, and the Chair of SIGAWomen. She is an English qualified lawyer who specialises in sport law. Fiona Berry is a seasonal nutritionist who discovered nutrition through her own poor health. Her nutrition retreats in France were recognised in The
BONUS: "يجب أن تسقط لتتعلم من أخطائك" - مع منال البريكي وفرح عزب - "You have to fall and learn from your mistakes" - with Manal Al Braiki and Farah Azab
مرحبًا بكم في بودكاست "جودة الحياة"، معكم أنا، راحا محرق. كنتُ أصغر عربية وأول سعودية تتسلق قمة إيفرست.واليوم نلتقي مع فرح ومنال.فرح عزب هي حاملة لقب غينيس للأرقام القياسية وعضوة سابقة في المنتخب الوطني الأردني لكرة القدم للسيدات.منال البريكي هي كاتبة إماراتية تؤمن بقوة المعرفة وأهمية ترسيخ ثقافة التعلم مدى الحياة. تستلهم أفكارها من إرث الشيخ زايد، مؤسس دولة الإمارات العربية المتحدة.Toda
"لا توجد قصة بلا أوقات مظلمة" - مع فرح عزب ومنال البريكي - "There is no story without dark times" - with Farah Azab and Manal Al Braiki
مرحبًا بكم في بودكاست "جودة الحياة"، معكم أنا، راحا محرق. كنتُ أصغر عربية وأول سعودية تتسلق قمة إيفرست.واليوم نلتقي مع فرح ومنال.فرح عزب هي حاملة لقب غينيس للأرقام القياسية وعضوة سابقة في المنتخب الوطني الأردني لكرة القدم للسيدات.منال البريكي هي كاتبة إماراتية تؤمن بقوة المعرفة وأهمية ترسيخ ثقافة التعلم مدى الحياة. تستلهم أفكارها من إرث الشيخ زايد، مؤسس دولة الإمارات العربية المتحدة.Toda
BONUS: "The Power of Community in Fitness" - with Salina Sarat
Today, Raha meets Salina. Salina Sarat is a TRX master instructor and coach. She’s also a certified Lagree Fitness coach. This episode's highlights...Salina is navigating perimenopause and its impact on her life.Quality of life is about focusing on what makes you happy.Community support has been crucial for Salina during her changes.TRX is a versatile tool suitable for all fitness
"Navigating Perimenopause: A Personal Journey" - with TRX's Salina Sarat
Today, Raha meets Salina. Salina Sarat is a TRX master instructor and coach. She’s also a certified Lagree Fitness coach. This episode's highlights...Salina is navigating perimenopause and its impact on her life.Quality of life is about focusing on what makes you happy.Community support has been crucial for Salina during her changes.TRX is a versatile tool suitable for all fitness
BONUS: "We need to prioritise ourselves" - with Gitanjali Diwan and Nic Redman
Today, Raha meets Gitanjali and Nic. Gitanjali Diwan is the co-founder of Prana House, a wellness space and hub for practitioners and wellness seekers in Dubai. Nic Redman is a voice coach and director, who’s passionate about vocal confidence and its links to feeling good.This episode's highlights...Public speaking is a skill that can be learned.Creating a safe space is vital for
"Mastering Your Voice" - with Nic Redman and Gitanjali Diwan
Today, Raha meets Gitanjali and Nic. Gitanjali Diwan is the co-founder of Prana House, a wellness space and hub for practitioners and wellness seekers in Dubai. Nic Redman is a voice coach and director, who’s passionate about vocal confidence and its links to feeling good.This episode's highlights...Public speaking is a skill that can be learned.Creating a safe space is vital for h
BONUS: "Boundaries in Friendships" - with Michelle Elman
Today, Raha meets Michelle. Michelle Elman is an author, podcast host, life coach and ‘Queen of Boundaries’. Her new book ‘Bad Friend’ is all about friendship break ups. This episode's highlights...Friendship breakups are often unaddressed and can be devastating, especially for women.Male friendships often lack the intimacy found in female friendships, leading to different experiences of
"Navigating Friendship Breakups: A Deep Dive" - with Michelle Elman
Today, Raha meets Michelle. Michelle Elman is an author, podcast host, life coach and ‘Queen of Boundaries’. Her new book ‘Bad Friend’ is all about friendship break ups. This episode's highlights...Friendship breakups are often unaddressed and can be devastating, especially for women.Male friendships often lack the intimacy found in female friendships, leading to different experiences of
BONUS: "Daily Routines for a Balanced Life" - with Naeema Rahman and Naomi Joy
Today, Raha meets Naeema and Naomi. Naeema Rahman is the founder, Lead Therapist and Wellness Coach at The Wellness Lab. She supports clients in making lasting change and empowering them to lead healthier and happier lives.Naomi Joy leads ‘The Joy Movement’ – all about building a successful business and love life by leading from pleasure. This episode's highlights...Dail
"Pleasure over performance" - with Naeema Rahman and Naomi Joy
Today, Raha meets Naeema and Naomi. Naeema Rahman is the founder, Lead Therapist and Wellness Coach at The Wellness Lab. She supports clients in making lasting change and empowering them to lead healthier and happier lives.Naomi Joy leads ‘The Joy Movement’ – all about building a successful business and love life by leading from pleasure. This episode's highlights...Dail
BONUS:"Tennis is like a dance" - with Carolina Leal and Sofia Kurtsenovskaia
Today, Raha meets Carolina and Sofia. Carolina Leal started London-based tennis and wellness community Bows and Sports, offering tennis, padel, golf, pilates and social events. Sofia Kurtsenovskaia runs ‘Solene’ – retreats all about creating a life you don’t want to escape from.This episode's highlights...Tennis requires a mental and emotional disconnect during play.Self-criticism
"Creating your own fate" - with Carolina Leal and Sofia Kurtsenovskaia
Today, Raha meets Carolina and Sofia. Carolina Leal started London-based tennis and wellness community Bows and Sports, offering tennis, padel, golf, pilates and social events. Sofia Kurtsenovskaia runs ‘Solene’ – retreats all about creating a life you don’t want to escape from.This episode's highlights...Tennis requires a mental and emotional disconnect during play.Self-criticism
BONUS: "Natural Skincare" - with Nada and Nabaa
Today, Raha meets Nada and Nabaa. Nada spent 17 years in the tech industry, then completed her yoga teacher training and became passionate about the healing properties of Arab ingredients. Nabaa learned the importance of natural alternatives from a young age, and utilised her knowledge when she was diagnosed with three autoimmune diseases. They are the founders of SAAF – a nat
"Balancing Life: Daily Routines and Wellness" - with SAAF founders Nada and Nabaa
Today, Raha meets Nada and Nabaa. Nada spent 17 years in the tech industry, then completed her yoga teacher training and became passionate about the healing properties of Arab ingredients. Nabaa learned the importance of natural alternatives from a young age, and utilised her knowledge when she was diagnosed with three autoimmune diseases. They are the founders of SAAF – a nat
BONUS: "Embracing the Chaos: A New Mom's Perspective" - with Ashtain Rothchild
Today, Raha meets Ashtain Rothchild. She’s a professional dancer, turned fitness fanatic. She has been a trainer in New York for a decade and now lives n Miami. She works with our lovely sponsors, TRX, as an ambassador and trainer.This episode's highlights...Embracing change is essential for personal development.Prioritizing me time is crucial for mental health and well-being.Discipline
"Prioritising time for you is a learned skill" - with Ashtain Rothchild
Today, Raha meets Ashtain Rothchild. She’s a professional dancer, turned fitness fanatic. She has been a trainer in New York for a decade and now lives n Miami. She works with our lovely sponsors, TRX, as an ambassador and trainer.This episode's highlights...Embracing change is essential for personal development.Prioritizing me time is crucial for mental health and well-being.Discipline
BONUS: "Travel changes people's perceptions" - with Imane Belhabes
Today, Raha meets Imane.Imane Belhabes is Moroccan living in UAE for the past 10 years. In 2024, with a growing passion for fitness, Imane decided to start her entrepreneurial journey while still working in corporate, and launched WellnessWonderz.This episode's highlights...Quality of life encompasses personal, work, mental, and physical wellness.Asking for help is essential and should not be
"Journaling to clear my head" - with Imane Belhabes
Today, Raha meets Imane.Imane Belhabes is Moroccan living in UAE for the past 10 years. In 2024, with a growing passion for fitness, Imane decided to start her entrepreneurial journey while still working in corporate, and launched WellnessWonderz.This episode's highlights...Quality of life encompasses personal, work, mental, and physical wellness.Asking for help is essential and should not be
BONUS: "You can’t do it alone" - with Kimmi, Bev and Viki
Today, Raha meets Kimmi, Bev and Viki. Bev Wylie is the Founder of Wellness We Need. She transitioned from the corporate world to building a holistic wellness business and now guides executives build resilience, shift mindsets, and unlock their full potential. Kimmy Costa & Viki Garcia are the Co-Founders of KIVIMI.Through KIVIMI, they offer personalized Human Desig
"Burnout hits you really late" - with Kimmi, Bev and Viki
Today, Raha meets Kimmi, Bev and Viki. Bev Wylie is the Founder of Wellness We Need. She transitioned from the corporate world to building a holistic wellness business and now guides executives build resilience, shift mindsets, and unlock their full potential. Kimmy Costa & Viki Garcia are the Co-Founders of KIVIMI.Through KIVIMI, they offer personalized Human Desig
BONUS: "A better life" - with Clinique La Prairie
Today, Raha meets Simone Gibertoni. Simone is the CEO of Clinique La Prairie, the world’s most renowned medical-wellness destination, located in Switzerland.In this special episode, Simone interviews Raha about her journey, and Raha asks Simone about quality of life. Produced by Pineapple Audio Production and supported by TRXاليوم، تلتقي راحا بسيموني جيبرتوني. سيموني هو الرئيس التنفيذي
"Longevity and Raha's Journey" - with Clinique La Prairie
Today, Raha meets Simone Gibertoni. Simone is the CEO of Clinique La Prairie, the world’s most renowned medical-wellness destination, located in Switzerland.In this special episode, Simone interviews Raha about her journey, and Raha asks Simone about quality of life. Produced by Pineapple Audio Production and supported by TRXاليوم، تلتقي راحا بسيموني جيبرتوني. سيموني هو الرئيس التنفيذي
BONUS: "Joy in any form of exercise" - with Kim Weston
Today, Raha meets Kim. Kim Weston is a fitness trainer who’s helped over 500 women lose weight without restricting their diet. She specialises in working with pre and post natal ladies. Quality of life is about happiness and fulfillment.Me time is crucial for mental well-being.Finding joy in daily activities is important.Embracing change can lead to new opportunities.Produced by Pineappl
"Every experience shapes who we are" - with Kim Weston
Today, Raha meets Kim. Kim Weston is a fitness trainer who’s helped over 500 women lose weight without restricting their diet. She specialises in working with pre and post natal ladies. Quality of life is about happiness and fulfillment.Me time is crucial for mental well-being.Finding joy in daily activities is important.Embracing change can lead to new opportunities.Produced by Pineappl
BONUS: "لا يمكنك القيام بذلك بمفردك" - مع خلود الفاضلي ومي خليفة "You can't do it alone" - with Khulood Al Fadhli and Mai Kholief
اليوم، تلتقي رها مع خلود ومي. خلود الفاضلي هي حاملة لقب غينيس للأرقام القياسية مرتين، وناشطة بيئية، ومؤسسة. مي خليفة هي مدربة عبر الإنترنت تكرس جهودها لتمكين النساء. ### النقاط الرئيسية: - العلاقات تلعب دورًا مهمًا في النمو الشخصي. - أنظمة الدعم أساسية للتغلب على التحديات. - إيجاد التوازن في الحياة ضروري للصحة والرفاهية. - الصعوبات في الحياة غالبًا ما تحمل دروسًا
"قوة العلاقات" - مع خلود الفاضلي ومي خليفة "The Power of Relationships" - with Khulood Al Fadhli and Mai Kholief
اليوم، تلتقي رها مع خلود ومي. خلود الفاضلي هي حاملة لقب غينيس للأرقام القياسية مرتين، وناشطة بيئية، ومؤسسة. مي خليفة هي مدربة عبر الإنترنت تكرس جهودها لتمكين النساء. ### النقاط الرئيسية: - العلاقات تلعب دورًا مهمًا في النمو الشخصي. - أنظمة الدعم أساسية للتغلب على التحديات. - إيجاد التوازن في الحياة ضروري للصحة والرفاهية. - الصعوبات في الحياة غالبًا ما تحمل دروسًا
BONUS: "Unexpected Opportunities" - with Somia Anwar
Today, Raha meets Somia. Somia Anwar is the co-founder of Bookends – a marketplace for used books in the UAE. While her kids were growing older, they struggled to keep refreshing their book collections at affordable prices, so she and her co-founder Grace started their business alongside parenting. Takeaways:Challenges can lead to unexpected opportunities and community support.Trave
"The Alchemist by Paolo Coelho" - with Somia Anwar
Today, Raha meets Somia. Somia Anwar is the co-founder of Bookends – a marketplace for used books in the UAE. While her kids were growing older, they struggled to keep refreshing their book collections at affordable prices, so she and her co-founder Grace started their business alongside parenting. Takeaways:Challenges can lead to unexpected opportunities and community support.Trave
"Daily Life of a Creative Mom" - with Ana Castro
Today, Raha meets Ana. Ana Castro is an artist with over 12 years of professional practice in architecture and interior design. In 2014, she founded award-winning architectural practice BIA Design. Takeaways:A typical day for a creative mom can be unpredictable.Challenges in life are constant, but it's important to keep moving forward.It's essential to focus on the prese
"The Art of Balancing Life and Creativity" - with Ana Castro
Today, Raha meets Ana. Ana Castro is an artist with over 12 years of professional practice in architecture and interior design. In 2014, she founded award-winning architectural practice BIA Design. Takeaways:A typical day for a creative mom can be unpredictable.Challenges in life are constant, but it's important to keep moving forward.It's essential to focus on the prese
"التغلب على الإرهاق وإيجاد التوازن" - مع سماح فحص "Overcoming Burnout and Finding Balance" - with Samah Fahs
Today, Raha meets Samah. Samah Fahs is the owner and founder of activewear brand CoreFit – and a mother of two. She’s all about empowering women through fitness.Takeaways:Finding balance in life is a continuous dance.Women's empowerment is essential for societal change.Self-care is not selfish; it's necessary for well-being.Setting boundaries is vital for self-love.Produced by Pine
"لا يمكنك أن تعطي ما لا تملكه" - مع سماح فحص "You can't give what you don't have" - with Samah Fahs
Today, Raha meets Samah. Samah Fahs is the owner and founder of activewear brand CoreFit – and a mother of two. She’s all about empowering women through fitness.Takeaways:Finding balance in life is a continuous dance.Women's empowerment is essential for societal change.Self-care is not selfish; it's necessary for well-being.Setting boundaries is vital for self-love.Produced by Pine
BONUS: "Feminine Leadership" - with Jenny Jessen
Today, Raha meets Jenny. Jenny Jessen is a mentor and retreat facilitator based in Bali. She’s focussed on women’s empowerment, femininity, tantra and feminine leadership. Takeaways:Empowerment involves learning to say no.Women often face challenges in asserting boundaries.Nurturing spaces are essential for women's growth.Sexual trauma can hinder women's empowerment.Trusting your in
"Embracing Slow Living" - with Jenny Jessen
Today, Raha meets Jenny. Jenny Jessen is a mentor and retreat facilitator based in Bali. She’s focussed on women’s empowerment, femininity, tantra and feminine leadership. Takeaways:Empowerment involves learning to say no.Women often face challenges in asserting boundaries.Nurturing spaces are essential for women's growth.Sexual trauma can hinder women's empowerment.Trusting your in
BONUS: "Just give it a go. Why not?" - with Katherine Moloney
Today, Raha meets Katherine. Katherine Moloney is one of the youngest ever female pilots (she started flying at 19). Her company, ‘Evevate her Aviation’ is all about empowering women in aviation and she regularly works with UN Women to discuss diversity and break down barriers in the aviation industry. Takeaways:Quality of life is about being aligned with your values.Embracing
"Empowering Women in Aviation"- with Katherine Moloney
Today, Raha meets Katherine. Katherine Moloney is one of the youngest ever female pilots (she started flying at 19). Her company, ‘Evevate her Aviation’ is all about empowering women in aviation and she regularly works with UN Women to discuss diversity and break down barriers in the aviation industry. Takeaways:Quality of life is about being aligned with your values.Embracing
BONUS: "Give yourself grace and time" - with Beth Lauren
Today, Raha meets Beth. Beth Lauren is the founder of Well-tech World Summit, a conference all about wellness and technology (we have a discount code below!). She also runs lifestyle counselling and consultancy businesses – and she’s based in New York.Takeaways:Quality of life involves balance and the ability to pause.Transcendental Meditation helps in centering oneself.Overcoming trauma is a
"Intersecting Wellness and Technology" - with Beth Lauren
Today, Raha meets Beth. Beth Lauren is the founder of Well-tech World Summit, a conference all about wellness and technology (we have a discount code below!). She also runs lifestyle counselling and consultancy businesses – and she’s based in New York.Takeaways:Quality of life involves balance and the ability to pause.Transcendental Meditation helps in centering oneself.Overcoming trauma is a
BONUS: "Pick up the phone for human connection!" - with Nikita Thanwani
Today, Raha meets Nikita. Nikita Thanwani is the founder of N.E.A.T BY NICKY – which produces yoga mats and yoga wear crafted in house in the GCC. She started the company in 2021 after years in the corporate world and being diagnosed with a chronic condition that left her bedridden for months. She turned to yoga as a lifeline and it’s helped manage her condition, as well as build h
"A beautiful example of resilience" - with Nikita Thanwani
Today, Raha meets Nikita. Nikita Thanwani is the founder of N.E.A.T BY NICKY – which produces yoga mats and yoga wear crafted in house in the GCC. She started the company in 2021 after years in the corporate world and being diagnosed with a chronic condition that left her bedridden for months. She turned to yoga as a lifeline and it’s helped manage her condition, as well as build h
BONUS: "The whole world is based on cycles." - with Susan Miller
Today, Raha meets Susan. Susan Miller is a lifestyle astrologer, internationally known author, columnist, entrepreneur and publisher. She shares what we can expect from 2025 with specific details for each star sign. Takeaways:Astrology can provide insights but does not dictate destiny.Personal experiences shape our understanding of life.Planetary movements influence our lives signi
"Astrology, destiny and free will" - with Susan Miller
Today, Raha meets Susan. Susan Miller is a lifestyle astrologer, internationally known author, columnist, entrepreneur and publisher. She shares what we can expect from 2025 with specific details for each star sign. Takeaways:Astrology can provide insights but does not dictate destiny.Personal experiences shape our understanding of life.Planetary movements influence our lives signi
BONUS: "Taking time for self-care" - with Laura Coleman
Today, Raha meets Laura. Laura Coleman is a model and influencer, as well as a devoted mother. Takeaways:Knitting is a powerful tool for mental health.Traveling exposes us to different cultures and perspectives.Every happiness comes with its own sacrifices.Finding like-minded people can be a challenge.Produced by Pineapple Audio Production and supported by TRXاليوم، تلتقي رها بلورا
"The Healing Power of Knitting" - with Laura Coleman
Today, Raha meets Laura. Laura Coleman is a model and influencer, as well as a devoted mother. Takeaways:Knitting is a powerful tool for mental health.Traveling exposes us to different cultures and perspectives.Every happiness comes with its own sacrifices.Finding like-minded people can be a challenge.Produced by Pineapple Audio Production and supported by TRXاليوم، تلتقي رها بلورا
BONUS: "العلاقات هي تجارب" - مع منال خَميري "Relationships are experiments" - with Manel Khemiri
اليوم، تلتقي راحة بمنال خَميري.منال هي الرؤية وراء سياحة العافية العالمية، وموون ريتريتس، ومشاريع الضيافة العالمية المتعلقة بالعافية، حيث تعمل كـ مؤسسة ومديرة تنفيذية.النقاط الرئيسية: الأشخاص من حولنا يشكلون تجاربنا بشكل كبير. التعرف على مصادر التوتر أمر بالغ الأهمية لإدارة الصحة. تلعب التغذية دورًا حيويًا في الرفاهية العامة. إيجاد الفرح في الرحلة مهم بقدر الوجهة.من إنتاج بايناببل آوديو بروداكشن و
"استثمر في نفسك." - مع منال خَميري "Invest in yourself." - with Manel Khemiri
اليوم، تلتقي راحة بمنال خَميري.منال هي الرؤية وراء سياحة العافية العالمية، وموون ريتريتس، ومشاريع الضيافة العالمية المتعلقة بالعافية، حيث تعمل كـ مؤسسة ومديرة تنفيذية.النقاط الرئيسية: الأشخاص من حولنا يشكلون تجاربنا بشكل كبير. التعرف على مصادر التوتر أمر بالغ الأهمية لإدارة الصحة. تلعب التغذية دورًا حيويًا في الرفاهية العامة. إيجاد الفرح في الرحلة مهم بقدر الوجهة.من إنتاج بايناببل آوديو بروداكشن و
BONUS: "Honesty is key to identifying stressors" - with 'Make Me Sugar Free' Leisa Cockayne
Today, Raha meets Leisa. Leisa Cockayne is an author and a qualified Integrative Nutrition Health Coach. She gave up sugar at the start of 2016 and runs the ‘Make Me Sugar Free’ Instagram page to encourage a healthy and sugar-free lifestyle.Takeaways:The people around us significantly shape our experiences.Identifying stressors is crucial for managing health.Nutrition plays a vital role
"Sugar addiction is a real pathology" - with Leisa Cockayne
Today, Raha meets Leisa. Leisa Cockayne is an author and a qualified Integrative Nutrition Health Coach. She gave up sugar at the start of 2016 and runs the ‘Make Me Sugar Free’ Instagram page to encourage a healthy and sugar-free lifestyle.Takeaways:The people around us significantly shape our experiences.Identifying stressors is crucial for managing health.Nutrition plays a vital role
BONUS: "It's okay to not be perfect" - with Holly Zoccolan
Today, Raha meets Holly. Holly Zoccolan is a leader in the maternal wellbeing space after founding The Carol App for Mums. She is a qualified Nutritional Health Coach, yoga and meditation teacher too. Takeaways:Self-care is essential for mothers to thrive.Nervous system regulation is crucial for managing stress and emotions.Awareness of triggers can help in responding better to stress.Mo
"You can't pour from an empty cup" - with Holly Zoccolan
Today, Raha meets Holly. Holly Zoccolan is a leader in the maternal wellbeing space after founding The Carol App for Mums. She is a qualified Nutritional Health Coach, yoga and meditation teacher too. Takeaways:Self-care is essential for mothers to thrive.Nervous system regulation is crucial for managing stress and emotions.Awareness of triggers can help in responding better to stress.Mo
BONUS :"قائد اللياقة البدنية" - مع سعد جولدسبودي "The Fitness Leader" - with Saad Goldsbodi
اليوم، تلتقي راحة بسعد جولدسبودي مباشرة من دبي أكتيف. سعد هو قائد فريق SS Lifestyle، مالك عرض E Tuna Muscle، وممثل Gym Leco وOfficial Better Bodies. يتمتع بشغف كبير تجاه اللياقة البدنية، وهو مدرب ومرشد، وقد حصل مؤخرًا على جائزة "القائد الشاب" تقديرًا لعمله في مجال الصحة والعافية. من إنتاج Pineapple Audio Production وبدعم من TRX.Today, Raha meets Saad Goldsbodi, live from Dubai Active.Saa
"الشغف، المثابرة، والعافية" - مع سعد جولدسبودي "Passion, Perseverance, and Wellness" - with Saad Goldsbodi
اليوم، تلتقي راحة بسعد جولدسبودي مباشرة من دبي أكتيف. سعد هو قائد فريق SS Lifestyle، مالك عرض E Tuna Muscle، وممثل Gym Leco وOfficial Better Bodies. يتمتع بشغف كبير تجاه اللياقة البدنية، وهو مدرب ومرشد، وقد حصل مؤخرًا على جائزة "القائد الشاب" تقديرًا لعمله في مجال الصحة والعافية. من إنتاج Pineapple Audio Production وبدعم من TRX.Today, Raha meets Saad Goldsbodi, live from Dubai Active. Sa
BONUS: "Finding Self Love" - with Nicki Bedford
Today, Raha meets Nicki Bedford, live from Dubai Active.Nicki is a business powerhouse, and the founder and CEO of She Leads The Way and DXB Female Founders.She also hosts her own podcast called ‘She Leads The Way’.Takeaways:Finding self love is paramountBack yourself!Be okay with not being great at something when it's new to youProduced by Pineapple Audio Production and supported by TRXاليوم، تلت
"Challenges as Lessons" - with Nicki Bedford
Today, Raha meets Nicki Bedford, live from Dubai Active. Nicki is a business powerhouse, and the founder and CEO of She Leads The Way and DXB Female Founders. She also hosts her own podcast called ‘She Leads The Way’. Takeaways:Finding self love is paramountBack yourself!Be okay with not being great at something when it's new to youProduced by Pineapple Audio Production and supported by TRXاليوم،
BONUS: "زينة حابي" - مع زينا حبي "Live From Dubai Active" - with Zena Habi
اليوم، تلتقي رها بزينة، مباشرةً في دبي أكتيف.زينة حبي هي مدربة صحة حائزة على جوائز، وتركّز على صحة المرأة. وهي مديرة تطوير الصحة في "ويلنس فيرست".إنتاج Pineapple Audio Production وبدعم من TRX.Today, Raha meets Zena, live at Dubai Active.Zena Habi is an award-winning wellness coach focussed on women’s health. She’s the director of wellness development at Wellness First. Produced by Pineapple A
"زينة حابي " - مع زينة حبي "Wellness First" - with Zena Habi
اليوم، تلتقي رها بزينة، مباشرةً في دبي أكتيف.زينة حبي هي مدربة صحة حائزة على جوائز، وتركّز على صحة المرأة. وهي مديرة تطوير الصحة في "ويلنس فيرست".إنتاج Pineapple Audio Production وبدعم من TRX.Today, Raha meets Zena, live at Dubai Active. Zena Habi is an award-winning wellness coach focussed on women’s health. She’s the director of wellness development at Wellness First. Produced by Pineapple
BONUS: "Say yes to opportunities" - with TRX
Today, Raha meets three of the TRX team, live from Dubai Active.Bobbie, Sales Director for TRX in the EMEA region. Nathan, international education and training manager for TRX – and the host of the official TRX podcast. And Danny, senior master instructor for TRX. Takeaways:Life is for living and we only have oneQuality of life is saying yes to any opportunity, without muscular discomfor
"We've only got one life" - with TRX
Today, Raha meets three of the TRX team, live from Dubai Active. Bobbie, Sales Director for TRX in the EMEA region. Nathan, international education and training manager for TRX – and the host of the official TRX podcast. And Danny, senior master instructor for TRX. Takeaways:Life is for living and we only have oneQuality of life is saying yes to any opportunity, without muscular discomfo
BONUS: "It's one size fits one, not one size fits all" - with Bibi and Tanyana from Zulal Wellness Resort
Today, Raha meets Bibi and Tanyana. Bibi is a complementary and alternative medicine practitioner specialising in Traditional Arabic & Islamic Medicine (TAIM), herbal remedies and hijama (cupping therapy) at Zulal Wellness Resort by Chiva-Som. Tanyana Mogonya runs the fitness department of luxurious Zulal Wellness Resort by Chiva-Som. She specialises in fitness, yoga, pilates and aq
"Reconnecting with Our Bodies" - with Bibi and Tanyana from Zulal Wellness Resort
Today, Raha meets Bibi and Tanyana. Bibi is a complementary and alternative medicine practitioner specialising in Traditional Arabic & Islamic Medicine (TAIM), herbal remedies and hijama (cupping therapy) at Zulal Wellness Resort by Chiva-Som. Tanyana Mogonya runs the fitness department of luxurious Zulal Wellness Resort by Chiva-Som. She specialises in fitness, yoga, pilates and aq
BONUS: "استمتع بالرحلة" - مع نائلة ناظر "Enjoy The Journey" - with Naila Nazer
اليوم تلتقي راحة بنائلة.نائلة ناظر هي رائدة أعمال لبنانية، محترفة في القفز بالمظلات، رياضية وعارضة أزياء. لقد تحدثت في TEDx ولديها بودكاست خاص بها يسمى "Untempered".النقاط الرئيسية:- الكتابة اليومية أداة قوية للتواصل مع الذات.- إيجاد التوازن ضروري في عالم سريع الإيقاع.- المشتتات قد تعيق قدرتنا على التواجد في اللحظة.- الاستماع إلى قلبك أمر ضروري لتحقيق الرضا الشخصي.من إنتاج Pineapple Audio Producti
"مفتاح النمو الشخصي" - مع نائلة ناظر "The Key to Personal Growth" - with Naila Nazer
اليوم تلتقي راحة بنائلة.نائلة ناظر هي رائدة أعمال لبنانية، محترفة في القفز بالمظلات، رياضية وعارضة أزياء. لقد تحدثت في TEDx ولديها بودكاست خاص بها يسمى "Untempered".النقاط الرئيسية:- الكتابة اليومية أداة قوية للتواصل مع الذات.- إيجاد التوازن ضروري في عالم سريع الإيقاع.- المشتتات قد تعيق قدرتنا على التواجد في اللحظة.- الاستماع إلى قلبك أمر ضروري لتحقيق الرضا الشخصي.من إنتاج Pineapple Audio Producti
BONUS: "People love to put you down" - with Kelly Lundburg
Today, Raha meets Kelly. Kelly Lundburg is a personal brand strategist who helps entrepreneurs and CEOs with their personal brand strategy. She’s a TEDX speaker and author too. Takeaways:Quality of life is a personal journey of discovery.Morning routines set the tone for the day.Effective communication is crucial in relationships and business.Don't wait for the perfect moment to take act
