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Screw The Stigma

Screw The Stigma

By Afrah Hameed

Breaking down all of society’s expectations, one topic at a time. Screw the Stigma podcast is a safe place to talk about concepts and ideas that are not well accepted by society. Topics such as racism, sexism, mental health, body image, career choices, and much more. I am constantly learning to broaden my horizon in different areas of societal limitations. Start questioning the expectations that have been placed on you and break societal stigmas to live your best life. Share your story! Be a guest on my show: Screwthestigmapodcast@gmail.com
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Part 2 - Ridiculous Cultural Stigmas That Limit and Shame Women With Shruti Mishra

Screw The StigmaAug 31, 2021

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Sep 19, 202109:43
Part 2 - Ridiculous Cultural Stigmas That Limit and Shame Women With Shruti Mishra
Aug 31, 202139:08
Ridiculous Cultural Stigmas That Limit and Shame Women With Shruti Mishra Part 1
Aug 23, 202138:39
Absurd Expectations & Stigmas in South Asian Culture with Kainath Merchant
Aug 16, 202142:14
Running 100 Marathons To Take Back 100 Days Of Depression With Jim Shoopack
Aug 09, 202101:16:11
Struggles of Graduating & Finding a Job During The Pandemic With Qistina Yasmeen

Struggles of Graduating & Finding a Job During The Pandemic With Qistina Yasmeen

Qistina and I shared our struggles and experiences on what it was like to graduate during the pandemic. Graduating from university and entering the "real world" is already a very scary thought but going through it during a pandemic is definitely a unique situation. Listen to this fun episode filled with hilarious stories of expectations vs realities, awkward interview experiences, and finally what we learned from the pandemic as whole.  Screw The Stigma Podcast  NEW EPISODES EVERY MONDAY!  Youtube: Screw The Stigma Podcast  Instagram and Facebook: @screwthestigmapod  Want to be a guest? Email me at screwthestigmapodcast@gmail.com Qistina Yasmeen  Instagram & Facebook: @Qistinayasmeen
Aug 02, 202138:17
Different Ways to Cope With Depression With Hannah Stainer
Jul 26, 202156:53
Making a Difference In the World Through Volunteering With Tiffany Mosher

Making a Difference In the World Through Volunteering With Tiffany Mosher

Tiffany Mosher shared her journey with her mental health, the ups and downs, and the drastic changes she had to make to be the best mom she can be for her kids. She also shared her stories of her exploring the world through volunteering to build schools and more! Although Tiffany had her struggles she got out of her comfort zone and is doing amazing work and making the world a better place. This episode is definitely an inspiring one to listen to!


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Tiffany Mosher

Instagram: @author_tiffany_mosher

Website: Tiffanymosher.com

Book: https://www.amazon.com/Beauty-Beyond-Threshold-International-Volunteering/dp/1636766374




Jul 18, 202136:24
The World of Autism & Dealing With Depression with Randi-Lee Bowslaugh

The World of Autism & Dealing With Depression with Randi-Lee Bowslaugh

This week's episode is with Randi-Lee Bawslaugh (@RandiBWriting)  Randi-Lee shared her personal struggles with depression, how it affected her daily life, and the techniques she used to overcome it. She also gave insight into the world of autism. We discussed the common misconceptions, stigmas, downsides, and bright sides of autism. Randi-Lee's humor and vulnerable stories makes this episode a 100% must-listen! 

 Randi-Lee Bowslaugh 

Website: https://www.rbwriting.ca

Instagram: @RandiBWriting  

Facebook: RBwriting  

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Jul 12, 202148:00
Diving Into the World of Polymaths & Dynamic Social Media Platforms With Polyinnovator Dustin Miller

Diving Into the World of Polymaths & Dynamic Social Media Platforms With Polyinnovator Dustin Miller


This week's guest is Dustin Miller from the Polymath Polycast! He says screw it to the conventional mindset of choosing just one specialty. We discussed the concept of specializing in multiple fields and the societal stigmas surrounding it. We also dove into the world of social media, the struggles content creators face, how social media is constantly evolving and how you can make use of it.

Dustin Miller
Website & Podcast - https://polyinnovator.space
Instagram - @Polyinnovator

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Jun 21, 202148:55
How to Heal From an Abusive Relationship and Love Yourself Again With Rhonda Green

How to Heal From an Abusive Relationship and Love Yourself Again With Rhonda Green

Rhonda Green shared her past experiences of being in multiple abusive relationships and her final straw of getting out. She also shared her healing journey and the key to truly loving ourselves and attracting the right people into our lives.

Where you can find Rhonda Green:
Website: Rhondagreen.com
Instagram: @Authorrhondagreen
Facebook: Aftersurviving


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May 30, 202147:45
How to start over and make decisions that make you happy with Ronda Taylor

How to start over and make decisions that make you happy with Ronda Taylor

Ronda Taylor, at 53 years decided to make drastic changes in her life. She sold everything, packed a bag, and went on an adventure to travel and volunteer around the world. In this week's episode, we talked about how to make tough decisions in life and move towards what makes you happy and fulfilled, regardless of age and other external factors. Ronda also opened about her abusive past and how she got away from that situation and helps other women do the same.

Ronda Taylor
Instagram & Facebook: @heartworkstravel

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May 10, 202101:05:12
How to Stop Listening to People's Opinions & Live Your Best Life With Amanda Hill

How to Stop Listening to People's Opinions & Live Your Best Life With Amanda Hill

Amanda and I had an incredibly fun and uplifting conversation on how we can all live our best possible life. Amanda Hill a best seller author, teacher, and mother shared her life experience on how she was previously in a victim mindset and blamed the people around her and her environment than taking responsibility for being unhappy in life. She realized that she is in complete control of all the decisions she makes in her life and the way she chooses to live. She CHOSE herself and by listening to this episode you will know how to choose YOU.

Amanda Hill
Book - I choose me
Instagram - @amandaryallhill
Podcast - You Choose You Now


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Apr 26, 202101:17:57
Living In a Cult and Finally Breaking Free With Melissa West
Apr 12, 202159:11
Struggling with Bipolar Disorder & Ending the Stigma of Mental Health with Paris Prynkiewicz

Struggling with Bipolar Disorder & Ending the Stigma of Mental Health with Paris Prynkiewicz

Paris shared her personal experience with being diagnosed with bipolar disorder. Initially getting the wrong diagnosis Paris was not functioning as the kids her age and it eventually led to admitting herself to the psych ward. Years later she worked in the same psych clinic and got to experience the world of mental health from the other point of view. 

Apr 05, 202153:49
Why we should break societal stigmas

Why we should break societal stigmas

Hello everyone! This is a solo episode where I shared my journey with the podcast and why I started Screw the Stigma. I wanted to have this conversation because I want you to know my story and why the mission of breaking societal stigmas is so important to me. This episode is not heavily edited because I wanted it to be authentic and not scripted. Episodes will return to the usual style from next week Monday onwards.

I want to hear from you!
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Email: screwthestigmapodcast@gmail.com

Mar 30, 202121:15
How to change your mindset & start achieving your goals with Natsune Oki

How to change your mindset & start achieving your goals with Natsune Oki

Natsune and I had a great conversation about different perspectives of the Japanese and the Western culture. We also dove into the details of changing the way we look at things so we can stop blaming our environment and other circumstances and make our first move to success. Can't stop procrastinating to start new projects or make the first move? This episode will definitely give you the push you need.

PS: In the episode when I say "they" or "people" I am including myself.  

Natsune Oki
Book: The Game of Self domination 
LifeUpEducationTV
https://www.lifeupeducationtv.com
Instagram: @natsuneoki @lifeupeducationtv

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Mar 22, 202101:01:27
Are you burned out? & Women's Health Tips With Dr. Mekayla Clarke

Are you burned out? & Women's Health Tips With Dr. Mekayla Clarke

Dr. Mekayla Clarke and I discussed the concept of burnout and women's health. Society has placed women so high in terms of the responsibilities of taking care of others. Women are expected to be good mothers, sisters, daughters, and wives but not often taught ways to take care of themselves! Dr. Mekayla Clarke shares amazing insight on burnout and health tips for women in all aspects emotional, mental and physical.

Dr. Mekayla Clarke 
Instagram : dr.clarke.nd

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Mar 15, 202101:01:28
How to Persevere Through Struggles and Live a Fulfilled Life With Terry Tucker
Mar 08, 202101:05:36
How to Persevere Through Struggles and Live a Fulfilled Life with Terry Tucker
Mar 08, 202101:05:36
The impacts of racism & high pressure school systems with Richmond Brock
Mar 02, 202101:01:10
Pole dancing, taking the first step & breaking societal stigmas with Layla

Pole dancing, taking the first step & breaking societal stigmas with Layla

Certain societal stigmas are held against specific career fields and forms of art. In this episode, Layla a pole dance competitor expresses her love for the art of pole dancing and the stigmas that prevent people from joining pole dancing and other interests.Follow @screwthestigmapodcast on Instagram for updates on the show and to leave feedback :)
Feb 22, 202150:45
How to break free and live a purposeful life with Jared Schuster
Feb 15, 202152:51
The “Perfect” Body Image With Ivorie

The “Perfect” Body Image With Ivorie

My friend Ivorie and I discussed the idea of the "perfect" body image portrayed by social media and shared stories from our past where we were forced to dress a certain way due to societal pressures on being conservative.
Feb 08, 202148:29
Let’s talk about mental health with Clisver Alvarez (Being bipolar & ways to be productive)

Let’s talk about mental health with Clisver Alvarez (Being bipolar & ways to be productive)

Staying productive is difficult during the lockdown especially when you're battling with a mental health issue. Clisver Alvarez, mindset and mental health coach talked about her own struggles with bipolar disorder, the stigma around mental health and provided some amazing ways on how to stay productive during lockdown.
Jan 19, 202143:50
Public Speaking and Selecting The Right Career Path With Brenden Kumarasamy from “MasterTalk”

Public Speaking and Selecting The Right Career Path With Brenden Kumarasamy from “MasterTalk”

Public speaking can be difficult, especially when you're not used to speaking in front of large crowds or suffer from anxiety. Brenden Kumarsamy, from the Youtube channel "Master Talk", shared his knowledge on various topics. Such as public speaking, starting conversations as an introvert, selecting the career choice for you and staying motivated while pursuing your interests.
Jan 05, 202148:53
Is cancel culture toxic? With Maham Navaid

Is cancel culture toxic? With Maham Navaid

Being locked up in our houses just increased our use of social media and the internet in general. Even though apps like Tiktok and Instagram kept us entertained. A lot of people turned into self-made FBI agents and started digging up dirt from the past of celebrities and various influencers. 2020 has been a year of cancellations multiple people. My friend Maham and I, break down the concepts cancel culture, whether it's toxic or beneficial to social media and the world in general.
Dec 28, 202053:26
Living without a “real home” with Qistina

Living without a “real home” with Qistina

Being an immigrant is difficult, my friend Qistina and I, share our personal experiences on living abroad and coming back to our own home countries. The difficulties and struggles we faced adapting and fitting in with different cultures and ideologies. Follow Qistina @qistinayasmeen on Instagram.
Dec 21, 202001:06:32
Toxic people affecting our mental health with Pinky

Toxic people affecting our mental health with Pinky

2020 was definitely a year where we all struggled with our mental health. My friend Pinky and I discussed the topic of mental health and the toxic people in our lives who significantly made it worse.
Dec 14, 202057:50
Pressures of being a woman in an Indian/Arab society with Ivorie

Pressures of being a woman in an Indian/Arab society with Ivorie

Being a woman in a community that had strict rules was definitely difficult. My friend, Ivorie, and I share our experiences and its effects on us over a friendly chat.
Nov 25, 202055:00
Screw The Stigma Intro

Screw The Stigma Intro

What the podcast is about and topics that will be covered!
Nov 23, 202000:57