A Western Woman Thriving in Saudi Arabia: Discovering Her Feminine Power | Ep 21

Health Pod: Mental Health, Psychology & Spirituality

Can a Western Woman Truly Find Empowerment in Saudi Arabia?

Oana turns the tables on Health Pod Host Hélène Ioannides.
Hélène shares how a bold relocation to Saudi Arabia led her path of self-discovery and empowerment. Hélène's journey evolves as she becomes a personal trainer, first in the physical fitness realm and later transitioning into coaching.
Learn how her decision to move to the Middle East with her husband marked the beginning of an extraordinary chapter. She shares her initial fears and how she adjusted to the conservative dress code and social norms.
Chapters:
09:58 - Life In the Potentially Risky Middle East
21:07 - Challenging Traditional Gender Roles
24:04 - Fear of Judgment And Pressure To Conform
35:16 - How Structure And Motivation Influence Results
41:47 - Women's Damaging Self-Perception
51:49 - Uncovering Clients’ Hidden Suffering
57:50 - Healing Ancestral Trauma
Life in Saudi Arabia offered Hélène unique insights into a different way of living. Discovering how the nuances of the Arab world contrasted sharply with her experiences in Western societies.
Hélène discovers the power of embracing her feminine side. Her work with women in Saudi Arabia ignites a passion for helping others achieve not just physical, but also emotional and spiritual well-being.
Learn the story behind how she started helping women find their authentic voices and live their truth. Guiding her clients on a journey of self-discovery and transformation.
Press play to discover how stepping out of your comfort zone can lead to profound self-discovery and empowerment.
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1. A Western Woman Thriving in Saudi Arabia: Discovering Her Feminine Power | Ep 21 (00:00:00)

2. Life In the Potentially Risky Middle East (00:09:58)

3. Challenging Traditional Gender Roles (00:21:07)

4. Fear of Judgment And Pressure To Conform (00:24:04)

5. How Structure And Motivation Influence Results (00:35:16)

6. Women's Damaging Self-Perception (00:41:47)

7. Uncovering Clients’ Hidden Suffering (00:51:49)

8. Healing Ancestral Trauma (00:57:50)