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Inner Voice - Heartfelt Chat with Dr. Foojan

Inner Voice - Heartfelt Chat with Dr. Foojan

By: Dr. Foojan Zeine
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 A Heartfelt Chat with Dr. Foojan Zeine is a show talking about what matters the most to you in life. Listen to tips of the day about life, answers your questions, and interview with experts in the field of psychology, and authors of books about humanity.Copyright 2018 All rights reserved. Biological Sciences Hygiene & Healthy Living Psychology Psychology & Mental Health Science
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  • E406-INNER VOICE: A HEARTFELT CHAT WITH DR. FOOJAN & KATTY DOURAGHY ON THE BUTTERFLY YEARS

    E406-INNER VOICE: A HEARTFELT CHAT WITH DR. FOOJAN & KATTY DOURAGHY ON THE BUTTERFLY YEARS
    Jun 17 2025
    E406 – "Inner Voice: A Heartfelt Chat with Dr. Foojan Zeine" In this powerful episode, Dr. Foojan Zeine is joined by Katty Douraghy—entrepreneur, author of The Butterfly Years, podcast host, and facilitator—who opens up about her journey with grief, loss, and healing. Katty brings heartfelt insight into navigating grief, demystifying the process, and embracing resilience and self-discovery. She also shares her work on The Butterfly Years Journal, a 12-week guided grief journal to support others on their path toward hope. 💬 Learn more at www.thebutterflyyears.com – Use code DRZEINE30 for 30% off. ✨ Ranked #1 on FeedSpot's 20 Best California Mental Health Podcasts: https://podcasts.feedspot.com/califor... 🔗 Visit: www.FoojanZeine.com | www.AwarenessIntegration.com | www.Foojan.com ⏱️ Timestamps & Topics 00:00 – Introduction: Dr. Foojan welcomes Katty Douraghy 01:25 – The Butterfly Years: Writing through grief Katty shares how writing her book was both healing and difficult as she worked to honor loved ones while navigating personal grief. She emphasizes how storytelling helps others feel seen and supported during loss. 05:10 – The role of closure in grief Dr. Foojan shares her experiences of losing parents at different life stages. Katty recounts losing her stepmother, father, and mother in close succession, and reflects on the emotional impact and sense of trust involved in end-of-life decisions. 10:30 – Guilt and self-reflection Katty opens up about guilt following her mother’s death, questioning her actions and her silence around judgments. She discusses finding peace through journaling, meditation, and nature—and encourages self-kindness in healing. 15:55 – Grief and acceptance Dr. Foojan explains the stage of bargaining and the necessity of acceptance. Both speak on the power of self-compassion and how grief can teach life-enhancing lessons, helping to create meaningful memories from pain. 21:45 – Rituals and remembering loved ones Katty describes her rituals—like speaking her mother's name and talking to the moon. They explore how daily objects and actions can anchor the presence of loved ones and shift the energy from grief to hope. 26:10 – Finding hope through loss Katty explains how witnessing her parents' passing reshaped her views on death and aging. She speaks on living for those who can't and embracing life with renewed appreciation. Dr. Foojan reflects on mortality and inner transformation. 31:20 – Adult orphans and growing through grief They explore the sense of stepping into full adulthood after losing parents. Katty shares how—even surrounded by love—she felt like an “adult orphan” when her foundational support system was gone. 35:40 – Caring for parents with dementia Dr. Foojan outlines the emotional complexities of caring for a parent with dementia, describing the mix of sadness, guilt, and loss when someone is physically present but mentally absent. 40:05 – Caregiving and identity loss Katty reflects on her time caring for her mother as cancer affected her personality. She admits feeling regret for not maintaining her daughter role. She highlights the importance of adapting and practicing forgiveness. 44:15 – Shifting into caregiving roles Dr. Foojan discusses the emotional transition from child to caregiver and why professional care can be a helpful choice. Katty encourages honoring loved ones through joy and celebration to rediscover hope during grief. ❤️ Thank you for tuning in! ✅ Like, Comment, & Subscribe for more conversations on emotional wellness, grief, and healing. 📲 Download the Foojan app for guided journaling and an AI chatbot based on Awareness Integration theory.
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  • E405-INNER VOICE: A HEARTFELT CHAT ON BREAKING OUT OF THE METAPHORICAL BOX YOU ARE STUCK IN

    E405-INNER VOICE: A HEARTFELT CHAT ON BREAKING OUT OF THE METAPHORICAL BOX YOU ARE STUCK IN
    Jun 9 2025

    E405 – Inner Voice: A Heartfelt Chat with Dr. Foojan Zeine and Betsy Pepine 🎙 In this empowering episode, Dr. Foojan Zeine sits down with Betsy Pepine—best-selling author, serial entrepreneur, and founder of Pepine Realty, a multi-time Inc. 5000 Fastest-Growing Company. Recognized by the Wall Street Journal and endorsed by Barbara Corcoran, Dave Ramsey, and Glenn Beck, Betsy shares her journey through real estate success, emotional self-awareness, and nonprofit leadership with Pepine Gives, helping families facing housing insecurity. 🔗 Visit Betsy: https://www.betsypepine.com 📲 Instagram: @betsypepine ⏱ Timestamps 00:00 – Introduction & Guest Welcome 01:30 – Betsy’s Journey in Real Estate & Entrepreneurship 04:12 – The Concept of "Boxes" and Limiting Beliefs 07:55 – Societal Rules vs. Authenticity 11:10 – Emotional Suppression & Family Influence 14:45 – Dangers of Labeling & Fixed Perceptions 17:20 – Fear, Change & the Need to Evolve Roles 21:05 – Managing Anxiety & Facing Fear of Loss 25:50 – Strategic Adaptation & Social Identity 29:30 – “Wheel of Life” Exercise for Personal Growth 33:15 – Letting Go of Negative Self-Perception 36:40 – Final Thoughts & Key Takeaways 🧠 Summary: Betsy and Dr. Foojan explore powerful psychological and emotional insights, including: The "boxes" we live in (beliefs, roles, social expectations) Emotional awareness and fear-based resistance to change How labeling restricts growth Strategies for managing anxiety and loss The importance of intentional life design through tools like the Wheel of Life Reframing identity and personal transformation ⭐️ Ranked #1 on the 20 Best California Mental Health Podcasts by FeedSpot! 👉 https://podcasts.feedspot.com/california_mental_health_podcasts 🔗 Connect with Dr. Foojan Zeine 🌐 Website: www.FoojanZeine.com | www.AwarenessIntegration.com | www.Foojan.com 📢 Listen, Subscribe, Review & Share on your favorite platform: 🎧 iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/i... 🎧 Google Play: https://play.google.com/music/m/Inpl5... 🎧 Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/ 📺 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/DrFoojan 📲 Follow Dr. Foojan Zeine on Social Media: 👍 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DrFoojanZeine/ 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/Dr.FoojanZeine 🐦 Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/DrZeine 💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/DrFoojanZeine 🎵 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dr.foojanzeine
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    44 mins
  • E404–Inner Voice: A Heartfelt Chat with Dr. Foojan Zeine and Katie Turner - F*ck Toxic Spirituality

    E404–Inner Voice: A Heartfelt Chat with Dr. Foojan Zeine and Katie Turner - F*ck Toxic Spirituality
    Jun 3 2025
    E404– "Inner Voice: A Heartfelt Chat with Dr. Foojan Zeine." In this episode, Dr. Foojan Zeine chats with Katie Turner, a Registered Psychologist, speaker, founder of Katie Turner Psychology Inc., and the author of F*ck Toxic Spirituality: Avoiding Red Flags and Navigating the Spiritual Path with Integrity. Katie believes in a holistic approach to healing. She has studied a wide range of Western psychological approaches and Eastern healing techniques. Katie is passionate about helping her clients heal from the past, find more peace in the present, and create their best possible future. Her mission is to bring together the science of psychology with the practice of spirituality. She offers consultation services, sessions, workshops, and resources for organizations and modern-day spiritual seekers. You can take the FREE Quiz to Discover your Dominant Intuitive Superpower at www.katieturnerpsychology.com # 1 on the 20 Best California Mental Health Podcasts list by FeedSpot. https://podcasts.feedspot.com/california_mental_health_podcasts Check out my website: www.FoojanZeine.com, www.AwarenessIntegration.com, www.Foojan.com Summary Dr. and Katie Turner discussed the differences between spiritual and mental health experiences, with Katie emphasizing the importance of discernment and the potential for mental health concerns to be misdiagnosed as spiritual awakenings. Development of intuitive abilities and the importance of approaching spirituality as a creative project rather than a competitive sport. The importance of developing intuition through regular practice and reflection. She explains that intuition is often experienced as subtle sensory information beyond rational thought, possibly connected to quantum physics and neuroscience. Katie emphasizes the need to distinguish between genuine intuitive insights and ego-driven desires or subconscious manipulations. She suggests starting with low-stakes situations, identifying one's dominant intuitive sensory gateway, and maintaining openness and healthy skepticism. Katie also emphasizes the importance of addressing past traumas and belief systems that may hinder the reception of clear, intuitive information. She recommends working with certified trauma processing professionals to release emotional blockages and enhance intuitive abilities. Katie discussed the concept of toxic spirituality, which she defined as a spectrum of behaviors and beliefs that can be damaging to individuals. She mentioned that it can range from well-meaning but ungrounded communities to more extreme forms of manipulation and exploitation. Katie emphasized the importance of understanding trauma and mental health when dealing with spiritual awakening and the need for a nuanced approach. The potential for unregulated spiritual spaces to be exploited by emotionally immature or toxic individuals. Dr. emphasized the importance of self-responsibility and safety in these experiences. They also mentioned the growing interest in psychedelics and their potential therapeutic use, leading to more discussions about reaching spirituality. Katie and Dr. discussed the potential benefits and risks of spiritual experiences, particularly those involving psychedelics or shamanic rituals. They emphasized the importance of finding a safe and supportive environment for such experiences, as well as the need for proper training and mentorship. They also cautioned against the dangers of seeking quick fixes or shortcuts in spiritual growth and stressed the importance of integrating spiritual experiences into daily life. They agreed that spiritual experiences are more common than people realize but often go unspoken. Remember to Subscribe, Listen, Review, and Share! Find me on these sites: *iTunes (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/i...) *Google Play (https://play.google.com/music/m/Inpl5...) *Stitcher (https://www.stitcher.com/) *YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/DrFoojan) Platforms to Like and Follow: *Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/DrFoojanZeine/) *Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/Dr.FoojanZeine) *Twitter (https://www.twitter.com/DrZeine/) *LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/DrFoojanZeine) *Tiktok (https:///www.tiktok.com/dr.foojanzein)
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