Train Your Brain for Success: Conquering Fear, Guilt and Self Doubt as a High Achieving Woman

In this episode, Gia interviews Dr. Shahana Alibhai, a TEDx speaker, family physician, and mental health advocate. They delve into the topic of mental health and emotional well-being, specifically focusing on postpartum anxiety, a topic that is often overlooked in discussions about postpartum mental health.

Dr. Shahana shares her personal experience with postpartum anxiety and OCD, highlighting the importance of recognizing and addressing these conditions. They also discuss the concept of training your brain and developing self-awareness as key components of emotional well-being. Dr. Shahana introduces the Optimal Health Pyramid, a framework that encompasses physical, mental, and emotional health. She emphasizes the importance of understanding and regulating our emotions, as well as identifying the underlying fears and beliefs that contribute to our emotional experiences.

If you or someone you know is struggling or in crisis, call or text 988, chat 988lifeline.org or your local mental health helpline.