Resilience Across Borders Podcast
The purpose of this podcast is to share all the learning, best practices, useful and practical ideas to help you make sense of your life so you can help others including younger generations make sense of their own. The goal is to keep it simple and practical in the end and distill it down to easily memorable and executable steps to be mindful and to respond instead of react. Don't let your past sabotage your future. We hope this can be one of the tools to remind you to regulate and keep perspective. We want to help you minimize the residual effects of past traumas or bad experiences and not just survive but thrive.
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Are Your Thoughts Working for You or Against You?
11/20/2025
Are Your Thoughts Working for You or Against You?
Spotting the difference between useful thinking and misery-making loops In this episode of Resilience Across Borders, host Rachid dives into the powerful difference between productive thinking, the kind that leads to clarity, solutions, and peace, and misery thinking, which traps us in cycles of worry and self-criticism. Rashid shares practical tools and real-life examples to help you notice when your thoughts stop serving you and how to redirect them toward purpose and calm. You’ll also learn grounding techniques and reflection questions that can immediately shift your mental state from chaos to clarity. More About Topics Covered: Productive thinking solves. Misery thinking loops. Ask yourself: Am I solving this or just spinning on it? Stay present. Misery thinking is often stuck in the past or future. Use the 5-4-3-2-1 grounding technique to come back to now. Set mental limits. Productive thinking has an endpoint; misery thinking doesn’t. Give yourself a time frame and move forward. Build yourself up. Notice your self-talk — would you say that to a friend? Choose thoughts that guide, not criticize. 📝 Resources Emo Gym: The Emotional Gym Journal – Designed by Rashid Zahidi to help you focus, organize, and stay awake to life. Available on Amazon. Visit: You can find blog posts and new episodes here: Follow: @ResilienceAcrossBorders for daily mindset inspiration.
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How to Relax Like a Pro
10/30/2025
How to Relax Like a Pro
5 practical strategies to reset your mind and body anytime, anywhere In this episode, Rachid explores what it truly means to relax like a pro and why relaxation is a powerful skill anyone can learn. In a fast-paced world where stress and busyness are worn like badges of honor, Rachid shares science-backed methods and simple daily habits that help calm the mind, ease the body, and recharge your inner battery. You’ll learn how to use your breath, body, and attention to shift from tension to tranquility, without needing a fancy spa. Relaxation as a Skill. Rashid opens with a reminder that relaxation isn’t a luxury; it’s a skill you can develop. The key is consistency: practice relaxation just as you would practice focus or discipline. More About Topics Covered: Tip #1 – Master Your Breath Tip #2 – Create a Relaxation Trigger Tip #3 – Move the Stress Out of Your Body Tip #4 – Be Fully Present Tip #5 – Give Yourself Permission to Rest You can find blog posts and new episodes here: Exciting news! The Emogym Journal is now available on Amazon. Don't miss out – grab a copy for yourself, your friends, and your loved ones today. This journal is packed with insights and practices that have made a difference in my life and the lives of other joyful, grateful, and successful individuals. Start your journey to greater happiness and success now with Emogym Journal.
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Harnessing the Power of Pain and Pleasure for Better Habits
10/16/2025
Harnessing the Power of Pain and Pleasure for Better Habits
In this episode of the Resilience Across Borders podcast, Rachid discusses the principle of pain and pleasure, a concept popularized by thinkers like Aristotle and modern psychologists. The episode focuses on how we can use this principle to break bad habits and form better ones by consciously linking pain to harmful behaviors and pleasure to beneficial ones. Rachid offers practical strategies, including visualization exercises and immediate rewards, and emphasizes the importance of reframing discomfort as a sign of progress. The episode encourages listeners to make the cost of inaction immediate and to continuously visualize the long-term benefits of good habits. By mastering the pain and pleasure principle, listeners can reprogram their brains to make better choices effortlessly. More About Topics Covered: Introduction to Pain and Pleasure Principle Link Immediate Pain to Bad Habits Link Immediate Pleasure to Good Habits Reframe Pain as Progress Make the Cost of Inaction Immediate Stack Long-Term Pleasure to Strengthen Habits Flip Your Associations on the Spot You can find blog posts and new episodes here: Exciting news! The Emogym Journal is now available on Amazon. Don't miss out – grab a copy for yourself, your friends, and your loved ones today. This journal is packed with insights and practices that have made a difference in my life and the lives of other joyful, grateful, and successful individuals. Start your journey to greater happiness and success now with Emogym Journal.
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Do Well to Do Good: The Truth About Money, Happiness, and Purpose
10/07/2025
Do Well to Do Good: The Truth About Money, Happiness, and Purpose
In this episode of Resilience Across Borders, host Rachid explores the well-known phrase “money can’t buy happiness.” While the statement holds truth, it’s often misused as an excuse to avoid ambition, growth, or financial responsibility. Rachid challenges this mindset and reframes money as a powerful tool that, when guided by strong values, can create freedom, opportunities, and positive impact. He shares practical strategies to help listeners align their financial goals with their life priorities, proving that wealth, when kept as a servant and not a master, can amplify good in the world. More About Topics Covered: The Misconception of Money and Happiness Strategies for a Meaningful Financial Perspective Reframing Money as a Tool for Impact Avoiding the Fear of Wealth Keeping Money as the Servant, Not the Master Embracing Success to Do Good You can find blog posts and new episodes here: Exciting news! The Emogym Journal is now available on Amazon. Don't miss out – grab a copy for yourself, your friends, and your loved ones today. This journal is packed with insights and practices that have made a difference in my life and the lives of other joyful, grateful, and successful individuals. Start your journey to greater happiness and success now with Emogym Journal.
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Feeling stuck? You might not need more motivation—just more clarity
09/27/2025
Feeling stuck? You might not need more motivation—just more clarity
A Simple Framework to Know What You Want and What to Do Next In this episode of the Resilience Across Borders podcast, the discussion focuses on the power of clarity in achieving goals and leading a fulfilled life. Rachgid explains how a lack of clarity can make people feel stuck and shares five steps to gain clarity on what you want and why. The steps include asking better questions, writing a personal vision statement, breaking down goals into actionable steps, revisiting and refining your vision, and using the 'hell yes or no' filter for decision-making. The episode also highlights the importance of intentional living and offers practical advice for aligning actions with personal goals. More About Topics Covered: Balancing Contentment and Ambition Daily Gratitude: Finding Meaning in the Imperfect Self-Worth and Wishlist: Pursuing Growth from Worthiness Setting Growth-Oriented Goals Celebrating Small Wins Learning to Sit with Enough You can find blog posts and new episodes here: Exciting news! The Emogym Journal is now available on Amazon. Don't miss out – grab a copy for yourself, your friends, and your loved ones today. This journal is packed with insights and practices that have made a difference in my life and the lives of other joyful, grateful, and successful individuals. Start your journey to greater happiness and success now with Emogym Journal.
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Progress Over Perfection
09/19/2025
Progress Over Perfection
How to Focus on Progress When the Finish Line Feels Far Away In this episode of the Resilience Across Borders podcast, Rachid discusses the importance of prioritizing progress over perfection. He explores the notion that consistent, incremental progress is more impactful than striving for overnight success. Rachid shares five key strategies for focusing on progress, including tracking small wins, setting milestones, comparing oneself to the past self, visualizing the path taken, and reframing setbacks as learning experiences. Through examples and practical advice, he emphasizes how recognizing and celebrating small steps of growth can maintain momentum and build confidence. Listeners are encouraged to adopt a mindset that values steady progress, leading to long-term transformation and resilience. More About Topics Covered: Why Progress Matters More Than Perfection Five Key Strategies to Focus on Progress Track the Small Wins Set Milestones, Not Just Goals Compare with Your Past Self Visualize the Path Already Taken Reframe Setbacks as Signs You Are Trying You can find blog posts and new episodes here:
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Push or Pause? Willpower vs. Surrender
09/05/2025
Push or Pause? Willpower vs. Surrender
How to Balance Willpower and Surrender for a More Peaceful and Productive Life In today’s episode, Rachid explores the balance between willpower and surrender, shedding light on how mastering this balance can lead to emotional well-being, spiritual growth, and sustainable success. In a world that often emphasizes hustle and control, this episode offers a refreshing perspective on how true strength comes from knowing when to push forward and when to let go. Practical strategies and examples are shared to help you apply this balance in real life. More About Topics Covered: Willpower and Surrender Understanding Willpower and Surrender Recognizing Imbalance Guiding with Intention Listening to Your Body Effort with Grace You can find blog posts and new episodes here: Exciting news! The Emogym Journal is now available on Amazon. Don't miss out – grab a copy for yourself, your friends, and your loved ones today. This journal is packed with insights and practices that have made a difference in my life and the lives of other joyful, grateful, and successful individuals. Start your journey to greater happiness and success now with Emogym Journal.
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One Decision to Rule Them All: The Power of Cornerstone Choices
08/27/2025
One Decision to Rule Them All: The Power of Cornerstone Choices
How Cornerstone Choices Eliminate Daily Overthinking and Free Up Mental Space In today's episode, Rachid explores the concept of cornerstone decisions, inspired by Peter Drucker's quote: "Don't make a hundred decisions when one will do." He discusses how cornerstone decisions can simplify life by eliminating countless smaller choices and providing clarity, structure, and alignment to guide our actions. The episode focuses on five practical strategies for making cornerstone decisions that help reduce decision fatigue, conserve energy, and focus on what truly matters. More About Topics Covered: Decide Your Identity Before You Decide Your Actions Establish Non-Negotiables Choose Your Environment Strategically Create Decision Filters Automate What Doesn’t Deserve Daily Energy You can find blog posts and new episodes here: Exciting news! The Emogym Journal is now available on Amazon. Don't miss out – grab a copy for yourself, your friends, and your loved ones today. This journal is packed with insights and practices that have made a difference in my life and the lives of other joyful, grateful, and successful individuals. Start your journey to greater happiness and success now with Emogym Journal.
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Chasing More Without Losing Peace
08/14/2025
Chasing More Without Losing Peace
Finding Joy in the Present While Working Toward the Future In this episode of the Resilience Across Borders podcast, host Rachid explores the balance between contentment and ambition. He discusses how to appreciate what you have while still striving for more, sharing practical tips like practicing daily gratitude, separating self-worth from achievements, setting growth-oriented goals, celebrating small wins, and learning to sit with a sense of 'enough.' Rachid emphasizes that happiness and ambition do not have to be mutually exclusive, and that true success is built on a foundation of gratitude and inner peace. More About Topics Covered: 00:00 Introduction: Balancing Contentment and Ambition 01:01 Daily Gratitude: Finding Meaning in the Imperfect 02:15 Self-Worth and Wishlist: Pursuing Growth from Worthiness 03:15 Setting Growth-Oriented Goals 04:39 Celebrating Small Wins 05:53 Learning to Sit with Enough You can find blog posts and new episodes here: https://atresilience.com/
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Strong, Not Silent: The Difference Between Stoic Resilience and Emotional Suppression
08/05/2025
Strong, Not Silent: The Difference Between Stoic Resilience and Emotional Suppression
How to Stay Calm Without Shutting Down In this episode of the Resilience Across Borders podcast, Rachid explores the nuances between stoic resilience and emotional suppression. He discusses how stoic resilience involves acknowledging and feeling emotions without letting them control you, while emotional suppression entails denying or avoiding emotions, leading to negative consequences. Practical examples and strategies for building resilience through healthy emotional management are provided. Rachid emphasizes the importance of recognizing and processing feelings to maintain long-term well-being and offers resources for further support. More About Topics Covered: Understanding Stoic Resilience The Dangers of Emotional Suppression Differentiating Resilience from Suppression Building Healthy Resilience You can find blog posts and new episodes here: https://atresilience.com/
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Say It, Don’t Spray It: How to Share Needs Without Sparking Conflict
07/22/2025
Say It, Don’t Spray It: How to Share Needs Without Sparking Conflict
How to Get Your Needs Met Without Starting an Argument or Fight: Strategies for Peaceful Communication In this episode, Rachid explores ways to express needs clearly and calmly to avoid misunderstandings and conflicts. Rachid emphasizes using 'I' statements, staying focused on the present, making gentle requests, practicing active listening, and maintaining calm body language to foster mutual understanding and cooperation. More About Topics Covered: 00:00 Introduction to Getting Your Needs Met 00:35 Using 'I' Statements Effectively 01:47 Staying Focused on the Present 02:31 Making Requests Instead of Accusations 03:05 Practicing Active Listening 03:51 Maintaining Calm Tone and Body Language You can find blog posts and new episodes here: Exciting news! The Emogym Journal is now available on Amazon. Don't miss out – grab a copy for yourself, your friends, and your loved ones today. This journal is packed with insights and practices that have made a difference in my life and the lives of other joyful, grateful, and successful individuals. Start your journey to greater happiness and success now with Emogym Journal.
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Resilience on Repeat: Daily Practices for a Stronger You
07/12/2025
Resilience on Repeat: Daily Practices for a Stronger You
Actionable Strategies to Make Resilience a Daily Habit In this episode, Rachid discusses how to develop resilience as a daily habit. Rachid emphasizes that resilience is a skill, not just an innate trait, and offers five practical strategies to strengthen it. These include starting the day with grounding practices such as breathing exercises and meditation, reframing challenges as learning opportunities, engaging in small acts of self-care, maintaining a 'resilience wins' journal to track successes, and using positive affirmations to stay empowered. Rachid also highlights the importance of integrating these habits into daily life to build a strong foundation for navigating stress and adversity. More About Topics Covered: Introduction to Resilience Start Your Day with Grounding Practices Reframe Challenges as Opportunities Practice Small Acts of Self-Care Keep a Resilience Wins Journal Use Affirmations and Reminders You can find blog posts and new episodes here: Exciting news! The Emogym Journal is now available on Amazon. Don't miss out – grab a copy for yourself, your friends, and your loved ones today. This journal is packed with insights and practices that have made a difference in my life and the lives of other joyful, grateful, and successful individuals. Start your journey to greater happiness and success now with the Emogym Journal.
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Mastering the Art of Asking Better Questions
07/02/2025
Mastering the Art of Asking Better Questions
In this episode of the Resilience Across Borders podcast, host Rashid Zahidi explores the power of asking better questions and how it can transform conversations, decision-making, and personal growth. Rashid discusses strategies to ask meaningful questions that open doors to deeper understanding and reflection. Key strategies include starting with curiosity, asking open-ended questions, encouraging reflection, breaking down big questions, pausing after asking, tailoring questions to the moment, and using follow-up questions. These techniques can be applied in various contexts such as coaching, team management, relationship building, and personal development to achieve better outcomes and insights. Rashid concludes with practical journaling prompts and a reminder to be kind and resilient. 00:00 Introduction to Asking Better Questions 01:05 The Power of Curiosity 01:52 Open-Ended Questions for Deeper Insights 02:50 Encouraging Reflection Through Questions 03:29 Breaking Down Big Questions 04:43 The Importance of Pausing 05:25 Tailoring Questions to the Moment 06:05 The Role of Follow-Up Questions You can find blog posts and new episodes here: Exciting news! The Emogym Journal is now available on Amazon. Don't miss out – grab a copy for yourself, your friends, and your loved ones today. This journal is packed with insights and practices that have made a difference in my life and the lives of other joyful, grateful, and successful individuals. Start your journey to greater happiness and success now with the Emogym Journal.
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Timeless Truths in Tired Phrases
06/24/2025
Timeless Truths in Tired Phrases
Reclaiming the Forgotten Wisdom in Life’s Most Repeated Sayings In this episode of Resilience Across Borders, host Rashid Zahi explores how overused sayings—those clichés we often tune out—can become powerful guides when life gets real. From “This too shall pass” to “What doesn’t kill you makes you stronger,” Rashid dives into the wisdom buried in these common phrases and shares how we can apply them to build strength, navigate challenges, and live more meaningfully. More About Topics Covered: Why clichés often hold deep, time-tested truth How to reclaim the power of familiar phrases in times of stress The lesson behind “This too shall pass” in both hard and good times Why action speaks louder than words—and what your consistency says about you How surrendering doesn’t mean giving up, but giving in to a wiser flow How these phrases can be re-read as instructions for weathering life’s storms, building resilience, and finding peace 💡 Key Takeaway: These aren’t just tired phrases—they’re timeless tools. When we stop and reflect, these words can help us shift perspective, find peace, and grow stronger. You can find blog posts and new episodes here: Exciting news! The Emogym Journal is now available on Amazon. Don't miss out – grab a copy for yourself, your friends, and your loved ones today. This journal is packed with insights and practices that have made a difference in my life and the lives of other joyful, grateful, and successful individuals. Start your journey to greater happiness and success now with the Emogym Journal.
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When Thinking Hurts: The Hidden Pain of Overthinking
06/18/2025
When Thinking Hurts: The Hidden Pain of Overthinking
Ancient Wisdom and Modern Tools to Free Yourself from Mental Spirals Escaping the Thought Trap: Understanding and Overcoming Overthinking In today's episode of the Resilience Across Borders podcast, host Rachid discusses the 'thought trap' and how overthinking can lead to unnecessary suffering. The episode explores how thoughts themselves are neutral, but the narrative we build around them can create emotional distress. Drawing from the teachings of monks, meditation practices, and Buddhist fables, the episode provides actionable strategies for mitigating the impact of overthinking. These include labeling thoughts, understanding the concept of the 'two arrows' of suffering, recognizing the imagination spiral, and practicing the space between stimulus and response. Listeners are encouraged to practice mindfulness and adopt non-reactivity to lead a more peaceful and powerful life. More About Topics Covered: 00:00 Introduction to the Thought Trap 01:22 Understanding Thoughts vs. Thinking About Thoughts 02:26 The Two Arrows: Pain and Suffering 03:37 The Monkey and the Storm: Observing Thoughts 04:43 The Imagination Spiral: Fiction vs. Reality 06:28 Viktor Frankl's Gap: Choosing Your Response 07:34 Practical Tips for Managing Thoughts You can find blog posts and new episodes here: Exciting news! The Emogym Journal is now available on Amazon. Don't miss out – grab a copy for yourself, your friends, and your loved ones today. This journal is packed with insights and practices that have made a difference in my life and the lives of other joyful, grateful, and successful individuals. Start your journey to greater happiness and success now with the Emogym Journal.
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Crossing Continents Without Losing Your Mind
06/10/2025
Crossing Continents Without Losing Your Mind
The long-haul flight and layover checklist every smart traveler needs. In this episode of the Resilience Across Borders podcast, Rachid shares his top 10 strategies for enduring long-distance travel. Drawing from his extensive travel experiences, Rachid provides practical tips on how to prepare and pack smart, dress in layers, stay hydrated, move and stretch, create a conducive sleep environment, make productive use of layovers, choose light and healthy meals, combat jet lag, remain entertained without over-relying on screens, and maintain a calm and patient mindset. These strategies aim to help travelers stay comfortable, refreshed, and organized, transforming the often exhausting process of long-haul flights and layovers into a more manageable and enjoyable part of the journey. More About Topics Covered: Introduction to Long Distance Travel Tips Smart Preparation and Packing Mastering Layering for Comfort Hydration and Movement Strategies Sleeping Smarter on Flights Making the Most of Layovers Eating Wisely During Travel Beating Jet Lag Entertainment and Patience You can find blog posts and new episodes here: Exciting news! The Emogym Journal is now available on Amazon. Don't miss out – grab a copy for yourself, your friends, and your loved ones today. This journal is packed with insights and practices that have made a difference in my life and the lives of other joyful, grateful, and successful individuals. Start your journey to greater happiness and success now with the Emogym Journal.
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Eat with Intention, Not Distraction
05/30/2025
Eat with Intention, Not Distraction
Why Eating Mindfully Is the Most Underrated Wellness Habit The Transformative Power of Mindful Eating In today’s fast-paced world, eating has become a background activity. But what if bringing presence to our meals could transform not just our digestion, but our mood, mindset, and relationship with food? In this episode, Rachidi explores the practice of mindful eating, including what it is, why it matters, and how to get started. Discover simple yet powerful tips to reconnect with your body and cultivate a healthier, more intentional approach to nourishing yourself. More About Topics Covered: Benefits of Mindful Eating Practical Tips for Mindful Eating Mindful Eating and Emotional Awareness Enhancing Food Enjoyment Making Healthier Choices Cultivating Gratitude and Positivity You can find blog posts and new episodes here: Exciting news! The Emogym Journal is now available on Amazon. Don't miss out – grab a copy for yourself, your friends, and your loved ones today. This journal is packed with insights and practices that have made a difference in my life and the lives of other joyful, grateful, and successful individuals. Start your journey to greater happiness and success now with the Emogym Journal.
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Who You Hang Out With Can Make or Break Your Growth
05/22/2025
Who You Hang Out With Can Make or Break Your Growth
Practical Ways to Choose the Right Friends and Step Away from the Wrong Ones In this episode, Rachid explores how powerful friendships influence your mindset, energy, and personal growth. Discover why the right friendships are essential and how the wrong ones can quietly hold you back. Rachid shares six actionable strategies for choosing aligned relationships and gently distancing yourself from toxic connections. From keeping a “people journal” to setting firm yet kind boundaries, this episode offers insight and practical steps for curating a circle that uplifts and inspires. More About Topics Covered: Why your body’s reaction to people is more honest than your mind How to connect with friends who share your values, not just interests The importance of outgrowing relationships that no longer serve you How to set boundaries without guilt or drama How to become the kind of friend you want to attract You can find blog posts and new episodes here: Exciting news! The Emogym Journal is now available on Amazon. Don't miss out – grab a copy for yourself, your friends, and your loved ones today. This journal is packed with insights and practices that have made a difference in my life and the lives of other joyful, grateful, and successful individuals. Start your journey to greater happiness and success now with the Emogym Journal.
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Kindness Isn’t Weak—It’s Wise
05/14/2025
Kindness Isn’t Weak—It’s Wise
The Unexpected Benefits of Being a Good Human (Even When It’s Hard) This episode of the Resilience Across Borders podcast, hosted by Rachid Zahidi, focuses on the transformative benefits of kindness and practical ways to practice it daily. Rachid emphasizes that kindness is not a sign of weakness but a powerful trait that improves mental health, strengthens relationships, and builds resilience. Key points include the release of feel-good chemicals when being kind, the improvement of connections and relationships through active listening and empathetic responses, the reduction of negativity, the building of self-respect and confidence, and the creation of a culture of generosity and respect. The episode encourages listeners to lead with warmth and respect, highlighting that kindness costs nothing but can change everything. More About Topics Covered: Introduction to Kindness Kindness Boosts Mental and Physical Health Kindness Improves Relationships and Connection Kindness Reduces the Impact of Negativity Kindness Builds Self-Respect and Confidence Kindness Creates a Culture of Generosity and Respect You can find blog posts and new episodes here: Exciting news! The Emogym Journal is now available on Amazon. Don't miss out – grab a copy for yourself, your friends, and your loved ones today. This journal is packed with insights and practices that have made a difference in my life and the lives of other joyful, grateful, and successful individuals. Start your journey to greater happiness and success now with the Emogym Journal.
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The Lost Art of Listening
05/06/2025
The Lost Art of Listening
Simple Habits That Make People Feel Seen, Heard, and Understood In this episode of the Resilience Across Borders podcast, host Rachid offers practical advice on improving listening skills through six simple yet effective strategies. These strategies include listening to understand, practicing reflective listening, being fully present, resisting the urge to fix, noticing what's not being said, and allowing silence to play its role. Each strategy has specific examples to help you apply it in real life. By practicing these methods, you can build trust, safety, and deeper connections in your relationships. More About Topics Covered: Introduction to Better Listening The Importance of Listening Six Simple Strategies for Better Listening Strategy 1: Listen to Understand, Not to Respond Strategy 2: Practice Reflective Listening Strategy 3: Be Fully Present Strategy 4: Resist the Urge to Fix Strategy 5: Notice What's Not Being Said Strategy 6: Let Silence Do the Work You can find blog posts and new episodes here: Exciting news! The Emogym Journal is now available on Amazon. Don't miss out – grab a copy for yourself, your friends, and your loved ones today. This journal is packed with insights and practices that have made a difference in my life and the lives of other joyful, grateful, and successful individuals. Start your journey to greater happiness and success now with the Emogym Journal.
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Wake Up Refreshed: 10 Smart Habits for Deeper Sleep
04/28/2025
Wake Up Refreshed: 10 Smart Habits for Deeper Sleep
Wake Up Refreshed: 10 Smart Habits for Deeper Sleep Small changes that make a big difference in how you rest, recharge, and feel every day In this episode of the Resilience Across Borders podcast, host Rachidi discusses practical strategies to enhance sleep quality. Emphasizing the importance of habits, environment, and mindset. Rachid covers a range of tips such as maintaining a consistent sleep schedule, optimizing the sleep environment, limiting screen time, being mindful of food and drink, managing stress, getting natural light exposure, strategic napping, exercising at the right time, and using sleep-inducing scents and sounds. He also suggests a bedtime ritual to facilitate winding down before sleep. Tune in for actionable advice aimed at improving your sleep and overall well-being. More About Topics Covered: Introduction to Better Sleep Establish a Consistent Sleep Schedule Optimize Your Sleep Environment Limit Screen Time Before Bed Mind Your Food and Drink Manage Stress and Overactive Thoughts Get More Natural Light Be Strategic About Naps Exercise at the Right Time Use Sleep-Inducing Scents and Sounds Create a Bedtime Ritual You can find blog posts and new episodes here: Exciting news! The Emogym Journal is now available on Amazon. Don't miss out – grab a copy for yourself, your friends, and your loved ones today. This journal is packed with insights and practices that have made a difference in my life and the lives of other joyful, grateful, and successful individuals. Start your journey to greater happiness and success now with the Emogym Journal.
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The Simple Secret to Happiness: Stop Making It So Hard
04/22/2025
The Simple Secret to Happiness: Stop Making It So Hard
How to Stop Complicating Happiness and Start Living It In this episode of the Resilience Across Borders podcast, Rachid explores the idea that happiness doesn't have to be complicated. He discusses how happiness is often portrayed as an elusive goal tied to success, relationships, or external validation. Still, he posits that joy can be simpler and more accessible by shifting perspectives. Rachid offers six practical tips to embrace simple happiness: focusing on what's working, letting go of overthinking, enjoying small, consistent joys, not waiting for perfect circumstances, connecting with others in simple ways, and accepting the natural fluctuations of happiness. He emphasizes that happiness can be found in everyday moments and encourages listeners to integrate small, joyful actions into their daily lives. Rachid closes the episode by reminding listeners to appreciate the present and to be kind to themselves and others. More About Topics Covered: Introduction to Simplifying Happiness Focus on What's Working Let Go of Overthinking Do Small Things That Bring Joy Stop Waiting for Perfect Circumstances Connect with Others in Simple Ways Accept That Happiness Fluctuates You can find blog posts and new episodes here: Exciting news! The Emogym Journal is now available on Amazon. Don't miss out – grab a copy for yourself, your friends, and your loved ones today. This journal is packed with insights and practices that have made a difference in my life and the lives of other joyful, grateful, and successful individuals. Start your journey to greater happiness and success now with the Emogym Journal.
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Think Better, Feel Better, Live Better: The Hidden Power of Your Thoughts
04/14/2025
Think Better, Feel Better, Live Better: The Hidden Power of Your Thoughts
Discover how your thoughts, beliefs, posture, and emotions shape your actions—and how to take control of them. In this episode, Rachid delves into the profound impact of thoughts on our reality. By examining how thoughts shape beliefs, influence emotions, and guide actions Rachid provides practical tips for transforming disempowering thoughts into empowering ones. He emphasizes the importance of posture and physical movement in reinforcing positive emotional states. The episode offers actionable strategies for creating a positive loop of intentional thoughts, emotions, and actions, ultimately guiding listeners to consciously craft a more fulfilling and successful life. Zahidi also introduces his companion journal, 'Emo Gym,' for further personal growth. The Power of Thoughts and Beliefs Motion and Posture's Impact on Emotions Emotions Drive Actions Creating Positive Thought-Emotion Loops You can find blog posts and new episodes here: Exciting news! The Emogym Journal is now available on Amazon. Don't miss out – grab a copy for yourself, your friends, and your loved ones today. This journal is packed with insights and practices that have made a difference in my life and the lives of other joyful, grateful, and successful individuals. Start your journey to greater happiness and success now with the Emogym Journal.
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Work Smarter, Live Better: The Ultimate Guide to a Productive Home Office
04/10/2025
Work Smarter, Live Better: The Ultimate Guide to a Productive Home Office
Work Well, Live Well: How to Create a Home Office That Supports Both Optimizing Your Home Office for Productivity and Work-Life Balance In this episode, Rachid provides practical tips for setting up an optimal home office to enhance productivity and maintain work-life balance. Key strategies discussed include choosing the right location, investing in ergonomic furniture, optimizing lighting, minimizing distractions, incorporating work-life boundaries, personalizing the workspace, managing technology efficiently, creating a wellness corner, and setting clear expectations with household members. Rachid also recommends tools and practices to ensure a productive, balanced work-from-home experience. Home Office Setup Choosing the Right Location Investing in Ergonomic Furniture Optimizing Lighting for Productivity Minimizing Distractions and Clutter Incorporating Work-Life Boundaries Personalizing Your Workspace Managing Technology and Connectivity Creating a Movement and Wellness Corner Setting Clear Expectations with Household Members You can find blog posts and new episodes here: Exciting news! The Emogym Journal is now available on Amazon. Don't miss out – grab a copy for yourself, your friends, and your loved ones today. This journal is packed with insights and practices that have made a difference in my life and the lives of other joyful, grateful, and successful individuals. Start your journey to greater happiness and success now with the Emogym Journal.
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The Power of Your Gut Instinct: How to Train and Trust Your Intuition
03/26/2025
The Power of Your Gut Instinct: How to Train and Trust Your Intuition
Sharpen Your Sixth Sense: A Guide to Strengthening Your Intuition Trusting Your Gut: Cultivating and Training Intuition In this episode of Resilience Across Borders, Rachid explores the power of gut instincts and intuition and discusses how to cultivate, train, and trust them. The episode covers eight key strategies: practicing self-awareness and mindfulness, learning from past experiences, differentiating between fear and intuition, exposing yourself to new experiences, engaging in creative activities, trusting small decisions, surrounding yourself with trustworthy people, and letting go of over-analysis. Practical tips and exercises for applying these strategies in daily life are provided. Introduction to Gut Instincts and Intuition Practicing Self-Awareness and Mindfulness Learning from Past Experiences Differentiating Between Fear and Intuition Exposing Yourself to New Experiences Engaging in Creative Activities Trusting Small Decisions to Strengthen Bigger Ones Surrounding Yourself with Trustworthy People Letting Go of Over Analysis You can find blog posts and new episodes here: Exciting news! The Emogym Journal is now available on Amazon. Don't miss out – grab a copy for yourself, your friends, and your loved ones today. This journal is packed with insights and practices that have made a difference in my life and the lives of other joyful, grateful, and successful individuals. Start your journey to greater happiness and success now with the Emogym Journal.
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The Art of Friendship: Nurturing Bonds That Truly Matter
03/21/2025
The Art of Friendship: Nurturing Bonds That Truly Matter
From emotional support to personal growth—how strong friendships shape a fulfilling life In this episode of the Resilience Across Borders podcast, Rachid discusses the vital role of good friendships in achieving a fulfilling life. Rashid explains how strong friendships offer emotional support, facilitate personal growth, and create a sense of belonging. The episode provides actionable steps for cultivating meaningful friendships, including being a good listener, showing up consistently, practicing honest communication, supporting friends' goals, making time for quality interactions, and maintaining trust. Rachid also emphasizes the importance of intentional effort and nurturing in building lasting relationships, and encourages listeners to stay resilient and supportive in their friendships. Why Good Friendships Matter Emotional Support and Mental Health Benefits Encouraging a Sense of Belonging and Connection How to Cultivate Good Friendships Be a Good Listener Show Up Consistently Practice Open and Honest Communication Support Your Friend's Goals and Dreams Make Time for Quality Interactions Be Trustworthy and Keep Confidence You can find blog posts and new episodes here: Exciting news! The Emogym Journal is now available on Amazon. Don't miss out – grab a copy for yourself, your friends, and your loved ones today. This journal is packed with insights and practices that have made a difference in my life and the lives of other joyful, grateful, and successful individuals. Start your journey to greater happiness and success now with the Emogym Journal.
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Breaking the Negativity Loop: How to Shift Your Mindset and Regain Control
03/12/2025
Breaking the Negativity Loop: How to Shift Your Mindset and Regain Control
Reclaim Your Happiness: How to Stop Overthinking the Bad and See the Good Rachid explains how negativity bias, our brain's tendency to focus more on negative experiences, can drag us into unhelpful spirals of self-doubt and anxiety. He offers six key strategies to shift focus and rewire the brain, including catching negative thoughts and challenging them, focusing on positive aspects, engaging in mood-boosting activities, reframing challenges as learning opportunities, strengthening positive experiences, and using physical actions to influence mental state. He encourages listeners to practice these strategies to stay balanced and resilient. Overcoming Negativity Bias Strategies for a Resilient Mind Understanding Negativity Bias Strategy 1: Catch and Challenge Negative Thoughts Strategy 2: Focus on What's Working Strategy 3: Engage in Mood-Boosting Activities Strategy 4: Reframe Challenges as Learning Opportunities Strategy 5: Strengthen Positive Experiences Strategy 6: Use Your Body to Shift Your Mind You can find blog posts and new episodes here: Exciting news! The Emogym Journal is now available on Amazon. Don't miss out – grab a copy for yourself, your friends, and your loved ones today. This journal is packed with insights and practices that have made a difference in my life and the lives of other joyful, grateful, and successful individuals. Start your journey to greater happiness and success now with the Emogym Journal.
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How to Find Meaning at Work
03/06/2025
How to Find Meaning at Work
Work with Purpose: How to Thrive By Finding Meaning in Your Role In this episode Rachid discusses how to find meaning in work. He explains that aligning your job with your core values can transform it from a mundane routine into a source of purpose and satisfaction. Rachidd outlines eight practical strategies: identifying core values, connecting your role to the bigger picture, seeking opportunities for growth, building positive relationships, redefining success, practicing gratitude, bringing your whole self to work, and helping others find meaning. Each strategy is accompanied by examples and practical applications to help listeners integrate these principles into their professional lives. Rachid encourages self-reflection and intentional action, emphasizing that meaning often comes from small, consistent choices that resonate with one’s values and passions. How to Find Meaning at Work Identify Your Core Values Connect Your Role to the Bigger Picture Seek Opportunities for Growth Build Positive Relationships Redefine Success on Your Own Terms Practice Gratitude for Your Work Bring Your Wholeself to Work Help Others Find Meaning
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How to Stop Craving Approval and Live Authentically
02/26/2025
How to Stop Craving Approval and Live Authentically
Learn How to Validate Yourself and Thrive Without External Validation In this episode of the Resilience Across Borders podcast, Rachid explores the detrimental effects of craving approval and offers actionable strategies to live more authentically. Key areas covered include understanding the root causes of approval-seeking, building self-awareness, practicing self-validation, setting healthy boundaries, shifting focus to personal goals, embracing imperfection, surrounding yourself with supportive people, and challenging negative thoughts. By implementing these techniques, listeners can gradually build confidence and live true to themselves. Living Authentically Understanding the Root of Approval Seeking Building Self-Awareness Practicing Self-Validation Setting Healthy Boundaries Shifting Focus to Personal Goals Embracing Imperfection Surrounding Yourself with Supportive People Challenging Negative Thoughts You can find blog posts and new episodes here: Exciting news! The Emogym Journal is now available on Amazon. Don't miss out – grab a copy for yourself, your friends, and your loved ones today. This journal is packed with insights and practices that have made a difference in my life and the lives of other joyful, grateful, and successful individuals. Start your journey to greater happiness and success now with the Emogym Journal.
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Why Can’t I Stop Thinking About My Ex? Here’s How to Break the Cycle
02/18/2025
Why Can’t I Stop Thinking About My Ex? Here’s How to Break the Cycle
The Psychology Behind Obsessing Over an Ex—And How to Move On This episode discusses the underlying drivers of obsessive curiosity and provides strategies to transition to healthy coping mechanisms. It emphasizes the importance of self-awareness and closure, highlighting how understanding that experiences happen for us, not to us, can lead to personal growth. The discussion also touches on the addictive nature of social media and how small steps away from obsession can lead to greater freedom, peace, and a brighter future. Obsessive Thinking Shifting from Obsession to Healthy Coping The Need for Certainty Focusing on Self-Awareness and Closure Understanding Personal Growth Lessons Learned Becoming Better People The Addictive Cycle of Obsession Steps Towards Freedom and Peace You can find blog posts and new episodes here: Exciting news! The Emogym Journal is now available on Amazon. Don't miss out – grab a copy for yourself, your friends, and your loved ones today. This journal is packed with insights and practices that have made a difference in my life and the lives of other joyful, grateful, and successful individuals. Start your journey to greater happiness and success now with the Emogym Journal.
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