Episode 3: We&apos;ve made it to the final episode of the introduction to feminism on The &apos;F Word&apos; Series. It was bit of a wild ride for me navigating the depths of modern day feminism, and that is reflected in this episode!Thank you for tagging along for this entire 3 part series, there will be a lot more coverage of specific topics related to feminism today. And I can&apos;t wait to share and hear your thoughts about it! For now, buckle up and let&apos;s explore this maze that continues to evolve and grow.Resources:NewAfricanKenya: My Dress my choiceAljazeeraMy dress, whose choice? National GeographicSix years ago, Boko Haram kidnapped 276 schoolgirls. Where are they now?GuardianHow #MeToo revealed the central rift between feminism todayHeForSheHeForShe | Global Solidarity Movement for Gender Equality

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'The F Word' Series: Feminism Today

Episode 3: We've made it to the final episode of the introduction to feminism on The 'F Word' Series. It was bit of a wild ride for me navigating the depths of modern day feminism, and that is reflected in this episode!Thank you for tagging along for this entire 3 part series, there will be a lot more coverage of specific topics related to feminism today. And I can't wait to share and hear your thoughts about it! For now, buckle up and let's explore this maze that continues to evolve and grow.Resources:NewAfricanKenya: My Dress my choiceAljazeeraMy dress, whose choice? National GeographicSix years ago, Boko Haram kidnapped 276 schoolgirls. Where are they now?GuardianHow #MeToo revealed the central rift between feminism todayHeForSheHeForShe | Global Solidarity Movement for Gender Equality

Ep 2: In this episode we dive into the history and evolution of the feminist movement. From where it started to where it is now.To understand a concept or school of thought you sometimes have to get to its roots. That way there&apos;s little room for misunderstanding...and differentiating between fact and fiction is much easier.Feel free to share your thoughts!Here are some online resources for further information:Women of the World, Unite! - UNWOMENThe suffrage movement - BritannicaProtofeminism in Ancient Global Texts The Evolution of Feminism -MediumFeminism - History.comA surprising fact about feminism - Chicago TribuneIbn Rushd&apos;s Platonizing (proto-)feminism and economics - Digressions&ImpressionsBetty Friedan: The Three Waves of Feminism - Ohio HumanitiesThe waves of feminism and why people keep fighting over them, explained - Vox

F WORD Series: Feminism Through the Ages

Ep 1: In this new series I&apos;ll be talking about the &apos;F Word&apos;, Feminism. A subject I am passionate about and have wanted to cover for a while.Over the years, I&apos;ve noticed that the word feminism elicits strong reactions, mostly negative, from both men and women. Many people who speak against feminism have little to no idea of what it really stands for and what it seeks to accomplish. Conversations taking place in online platforms and on social media are usually a reaction to extreme ideas of what this controversial word means.Through this 3 part series, I hope to introduce naysayers and sceptics to the true idea of feminism; to build an understanding of its true purpose and intent. Something that most of us essentially agree on!So join me on a journey to debunk myths on feminism, learn more about how it has changed the world we live in, and what more needs to be done to create a world of equality and fairness for all, regardless of gender. Because as Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie says, "We Should All Be Feminists". 

The 'F Word' Series: Debunking Myths on Feminism

Bonus Episode: In these unprecedented times, a lot of us are having to deal with feelings of uncertainty from the effects of the COVID19 pandemic. Majority of us have been affected one way or another. A lot of businesses, especially small businesses have come to a standstill,  others are separated from their loved ones. And everyone is trying to figure out how to get out of this global pandemic relatively unscathed. The moments of uncertainty that come from tragedy, though unpleasant or downright horrifying can present opportunities for growth and learning. The nature of its unpredictability challenges us to look inward and find the strength to pull through, build resilience. In this episode, I navigate the state of uncertainty and how to find a way through the fog. Sending love and strength to you all. Helpful Resources:Resilience Ted Talk, by Lucy Honehttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NWH8N-BvhAwYoga by Candacehttps://www.youtube.com/user/YOGABYCANDACE

Dealing with uncertainty

Episode 7: In this episode, I chat with Abu Sense, a storyteller who practices different forms of creative art including acting, spoken word, scriptwriting as well as screenwriting to tell stories. He is most renown for a theatre series "Too Early for Birds" that features stories about Kenyan history and historical figures both famous and infamous.He takes us through his journey as an artist, a brief stint in training to become a pilot and his hope for the growth of the art industry as well as his personal growth. Too Early for Birds has show reruns this weekend 9-10 November 2019. Tickets still available on https://mookh.com/store/event/too-early-for-birdsResourcesToo Early For BirdsFacebook: @tooearlyforbirdsTwitter:      @tooearly4birdsYouTube:  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCADqgtiVGaSMSMIs3RPQ5xQOWAAHhttps://owaahh.com/To learn more about  Abu SenseTwitter: @AbuSenseWebsite: https://www.abusense.com/Find the film &apos;Lusala&apos; on https://mymovies.africa/

Storytelling with Abu Sense

Episode 6: In this episode, I am joined by Louise Raura, a friend from university and most importantly, a &apos;polar warrior&apos; as she aptly describes herself. She talks about her journey living with and managing Bipolar disorder. We talk about mental health in general as well as her mental wellness journey.This episode was recorded in September which is Suicide Awareness month, September,10 is International Suicide Awareness Day. Only 2 days ago we marked October, 10 as World Mental Health Day. It is important to discuss mental health and demystify the myths and crash taboos surrounding it to create a more understanding, tolerant and mentally healthier world.Remember to check in on those you love, whether friends or loved ones...you never know what they might be going through.   Love? & Light?!To reach out or learn more about Louise:Blog: https://bipolarable.wordpress.com/Instagram: @subadupaTwitter: @lazizi More Resources:"World Mental Health Day sheds light on worrying rates of youth suicide" -UN Newshttps://news.un.org/en/story/2019/10/1048931WHO Suicide Factsheethttps://www.who.int/news-room/fact-sheets/detail/suicide"Kenya Suicide Rate Hits 10 Year High"- Business Dailyhttps://www.google.com/amp/s/www.businessdailyafrica.com/datahub/Kenya-suicide-rate-hits-ten-year-high/3815418-4628496-view-asAMP-o3pb2v/index.html "...The state of Millenials&apos; mental health in 2019" https://www.businessinsider.com/millennials-mental-health-burnout-lonely-depressed-money-stress?IR=T

Mental Health, Suicide Awareness & Prevention

Episode 5: In this episode, I have a conversation with Liron, an artist and friend, who has practised positivity deliberately for 10 years! She&apos;s one of the most positive people I know as far as her outlook on all things life!The idea of positivity sometimes gets a bit of flak so we demystify the myths around it and discuss practical applications in everyday life! I got some gems from this conversation and also shared my experience on how to stay positive regardless of what&apos;s going on in your life. 

Staying Positive

Episode 5: In this episode, I have a conversation with Liron, an artist and friend, who has practised positivity deliberately for 10 years! She's one of the most positive people I know as far as her outlook on all things life!The idea of positivity sometimes gets a bit of flak so we demystify the myths around it and discuss practical applications in everyday life! I got some gems from this conversation and also shared my experience on how to stay positive regardless of what's going on in your life. 

Episode 4: In this week&apos;s episode, I explore the idea of mindfulness, especially of others as illustrated by the Japanese culture. Mindfulness is something that is often overlooked in our pursuit of happiness, but it can go a long way into helping us all lead happier more peaceful lives ☺I&apos;d like to hear from you! So feel free to comment or email me on sheilapodcast@gmail.com. Is there a topic you would love to hear me talk about? Let me know....and remember, to have a mindful week ahead ?Watch: &apos;The Best of Japan&apos; on https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ezimmW8pmCU

Mindfulness: of self others and the environment

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