The Carry-On Project: Recent Episodes
The Carry-On Project
Sending peace your way, The Carry-On Project is for the one who chooses to carry on. We unpack with compassion and travel light. We understand that we are travellers in this world.
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Welcome to the XED Talks Podcast!
Today, we are joined by Dalal from Earthy Mama who tells us all about being a woman in a male-dominant business world, educates us on what the behind the scenes look like with a whole lot of organic fun facts peppered throughout the conversation. She began her business out of necessity and continues to provide her loyal customers with value and quality all while giving females a safe and enjoyable workplace.
Listen to get inspired!
Official Instagram: @xedtalks
Dalal's Official Instagram: @earthymama_
Sending Peace Your Way,
Welcome to the XED Talks Podcast!
Today, we are joined by Dalal from Earthy Mama who tells us all about being a woman in a male-dominant business world, educates us on what the behind the scenes look like with a whole lot of organic fun facts peppered throughout the conversation. She began her business out of necessity and continues to provide her loyal customers with value and quality all while giving females a safe and enjoyable workplace.
Listen to get inspired!
Official Instagram: @xedtalks
Dalal's Official Instagram: @earthymama_
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Welcome to the XED Talks Podcast!
This episode with Amal, a former teacher, busy mother and children's author is centered around Muslim Australian identity and how powerful representation can be. We go off on many tangents - all of which are equally entertaining and engaging.
We hope that some of these topics make for useful conversation starters with your loved ones around the dinner table tonight and we hope that you can gain some insight into what it's really like to be a Muslim-Australian/author/mother/Instagrammer and any other hats that women often wear.
Official Instagram: @xedtalks
Amal's Official Instagram: @booksbyamal
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Welcome to the XED Talks Podcast!
This episode with Maysaa, a conscious parent coach and behavioural therapist, will give you an abundance of free parenting advice to get you feeling better about how you parent. Her explanations for gentle parenting, being a conscious parent, tantrums, meltdowns, self-regulation, smacking, teens, and so much more will get you curious to learn even more.
Another guest who is unbelievably generous with her knowledge and is so passionate about what she is discussing. Her Instagram page offers MANY parenting eye-openers and a different way of viewing common parenting scenarios.
Official Instagram: @xedtalks
Maysaa Official Instagram: @coachmayseq
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Welcome to the XED Talks Podcast!
This episode with Derya, a mother of four, business owner, low-tox living advocate and former science teacher, is going to leave you feeling empowered and armed with the knowledge you need to take your first steps in the right direction to a healthier lifestyle which will possible prevent serious illnesses.
Derya is so very generous with her knowledge and tips and has an extremely humble and balanced approach to all the things she's talks about. Whether it be cook-wear, bedding, toiletries - she has thought of everything you may need and stocked it for you on the shelves of her store: Organic Instinct.
Listen to the end to get your 10% discount code for the next seven days!
Official Instagram: @xedtalks
Derya's Official Instagram: @thenaturalpathwith_derya
Organic Instinct Official Instagram: @organicinstinct
FROM THE ARCHIVES
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Here are thirty things that I have learned (sometimes the hard way) in my thirty years of life. From practical daily tips to make your life more purposeful, to bigger lessons linked to emotional and psychological healing. Life can be a chaotic and unpredictable mess - but it can also bring moments of pure happiness.
The happiness doesn't last... nor does sadness. Everything is limited and finite. Impermanence and death, grief, closure - all concepts that have led me to a more conscious mind.
Not all the time of course! There are many days where I find myself aimless or feeling unaccomplished but I know WHY this happens. Hit the play button to find out more!
Happy listening and don't forget to share it with someone special if you benefited from one or two lessons.
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This Xed Talks episode is with Sabah Tiba - a woman who has undergone more than 140 surgical procedures. A single mum to three beautiful children with a unique sense of humour and calm demeanor, Sabah was a pleasure to speak with.
She walks us through how it all began suddenly with a stroke at the young age of thirteen and where she is now. This is the concluding episode for Ramadan. I pray that your last ten days are filled with blessings and Allah swt accepts all of our acts of worship.
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This XED Talks episode is with another strong and resilient woman who goes by the name Shirin. She is a mother of three boys - the youngest of whom has special needs.
Bringing awareness to limb differences along with other conditions - Shirin is giving parents all around the world hope and teaching the rest of us how to approach the matter appropriately.
You may need a box of tissues for this one - but I guarantee you, it's worth every second.
Official Instagram: @xedtalks
Shirin's Instagram Page: @shirin_xx
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Welcome to the XED Talks Podcast!
During the Holy month of Ramadan, XED Talks will be presenting you with stories of tremendous strength and resilience. This strength is only possible when you achieve a good relationship with your creator.
Part 2/2 with Hassna Zahraman is guaranteed to make you think about your own limits. How far can I push myself? Who is really in control of my life? Are the doctors always right? Are statistics reliable?
Anything is possible when God is on your side and when you become his friend.
Official Instagram: @xedtalks
Hassna's Instagram: @hassna_zahraman
Sending Peace Your Way,
Welcome to the XED Talks Podcast!
During the Holy month of Ramadan, XED Talks will be presenting you with stories of tremendous strength and resilience. This strength is only possible when you achieve a good relationship with your creator.
Part 1/2 with Hassna Zahraman is guaranteed to make you think about your own limits. How far can I push myself? Who is really in control of my life? Are the doctors always right? Are statistics reliable?
Anything is possible when God is on your side and when you become his friend. Don't forget to stick around for part 2 - it only gets better!
Official Instagram: @xedtalks
Hassna's Instagram Page: @hassna_zahraman
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Welcome to the XED Talks Podcast!
Female fitness has a special place in my heart. It took me out of a dark place in my life and helped me reconnect with myself post-babies. Today, we hear Hajer's story and gain inspiration from all her achievements.
Experiencing grief led her to gain a substantial amount of weight and eventually - when she was ready - she lost the weight and gained confidence and whole lotta muscle.
Hope this podcast finds you well and inspires you to try something new!
Official Instagram: @xedtalks
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Zarina is a model and currently studying to become a teacher (and an unbelievable artist!). We spend a little time together to discuss all the things that affected the way we saw ourselves growing up and the insecurities we still carry with us today.
It's a fruitful and sometimes confronting conversation. Zarina surprised me with the amount of subtle (or not so subtle) racism she has faced from an extremely young age.
Official Instagram: @xedtalks
Zarina's Instagram Page: @zarinacopeland
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"It's okay to be who you are."- Aamon Syed
Join Aamon and I as we explore a range of topics: hunting, halal slaughter, the correct way of eating a vegemite sandwich, agreeing to disagree, leaving your comfort zone, not having sufficient male role models, cancel culture, being the best at what you do, being present and practicing JOMO (joy of missing out).
Make sure to check out Aamon's Podcast: addLove Podcast
Official Instagram Page: @xedtalks
Aamon's Instagram Page: @aamonsayed
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Eddie the eagle (from the recommended movie based on a true story) has a very unique set of values that he does not compromise on.
Muslim women wear the hijab and adopt it into their identity but that doesn't mean it's not something we struggle with. Listen to this podcast if you'd like to hear how Muslim women truly feel about the hijab and how they deal with all the (unrealistic) societal expectations that come with it.
Zulfiye has a compassionate approach to the subject and has had an impact on me personally. Her attention to the topic of authenticity and her friendly nature make her extremely easy to talk to.
Authenticity is just so inspiring.
Official Instagram Page: @xedtalks
Zulfiye's Instagram Page: @zulfiyeah
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My good friend Saadet joins me in this crucial episode as we revisit her experience with interracial marriage.
Coming from a traditional Turkish household, Saadet struggled with approaching her father about her interest in marriage to her now-husband who comes from a Somali background.
We go from there to the struggles that came after approaching her father and the lack of support and direction the young couple received from a leader in the community.
This is a conversation we all need to have because our generation can make the process a lot easier on the next. Remember us in our conversations.
Official Instagram Page: @xedtalks
Saadet's Instagram Page: @_saadetarslan_
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Iman Kamareldin joins us this week as we discuss toxic love in all its forms and all the issues that come with it.
Iman is no stranger to taboo topics and she is dedicated to opening up the lines of communication when it comes to topics that make us feel a little uncomfortable.
With a background in Journalism and currently studying to become a counselor, Iman brings a lot of passion a raw energy to any conversation.
Press the play button and join our taboo talk of the day.
Official Instagram: @xedtalks
Iman's Instagram Page: @tabootalkks
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Welcome to the XED Talks Podcast!
With such a controversial title, it is vital to hit the play button with an open mind and a whole heap of compassion.
Omaima and I reflect on the possibility that maybe - just maybe - we are still suffering from societal expectations when it comes to gender roles, but it could be surprising to you when you hear why.
Whatever your opinion is, it is valid and I hear you, this is just us verbalizing ours.
Don't forget to send this to a friend once you're done listening, your next coffee will be very interesting with a hot topic like this.
Official Instagram: @xedtalks
Omaima's Instagram Page: @evolvewithomaima
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Having children is life-changing to say the least, for you as an individual and for your spouse.
Coming together to build a solid bond and to commit to being a team takes a lot of compromise and hard work.
A date night or two wouldn't hurt.
Omaima tells us all about her experience with the transition into parenthood and slips in some coaching advice that I'm sure you'll benefit from.
Happy listening!
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Omaima's Instagram Page: @evolvewithomaima
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With years of marriage under our belts, we discuss everything we've learnt about conflict and the best ways to resolve it.
Listen to all the things that made us tick and how we used to handle them (or run away from them).
Ten practical and life-changing tips which can easily be adopted into your relationship for a fair fight and a good night's sleep.
Remember me in your conversations.
Happy listening!
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We are going over this week's Instagram polls and questions that were financially related... But somehow, I end up going on and on about date night!
I share lots of my own ideas and many from all of you.
I highly recommend listening to this before planning your next one.
You'll have some rules to follow and trust me, it will make it so much better for you and your partner.
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In today's episode, we will talk openly about grief and what the process looks like for others. Join our guest Aly - a mother, yogi, mindfulness coach - talks us through the loss of her beloved husband early on in life. What did she learn about herself? How did she get through it?
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Aly's Instagram Page: @shukrwellbeing
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In today's episode, we will talk openly about grief and what the process looks like for others. Join our guest Zeyneb - a mother and a midwife who battled with infertility. In part three, she talks us through her journey with IVF and the accompanying risk of loss.
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In today's episode, we will talk openly about grief and what the process looks like for others. Join our guest Abdullah in part two as he talks us through his journey with loss and what you should and shouldn't say to a person who has experienced the loss of a loved one - particularly a parent.
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In today's episode, we will talk openly about grief and what the process looks like for others.
Join Sumeyye in part one as she talks us through her journey with loss and what you should and shouldn't say to a woman who has experienced a miscarriage.
Official Instagram Page: @xedtalks
Sumeyye's Instagram Page: @sumeyyerezan
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In today's podcast, we are joined by Aly from Shukr Well-being as she explains to us what mindfulness really is and gives us practical ways to practice it.
She even talks us through a mindfulness practice which I have since incorporated into our night-time routine.
Official Instagram Page: @xedtalks
Aly's Instagram Page: @shukrwellbeing
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Have you ever thought of starting a business with a friend?
Today's episode will explore what makes this arrangement work with two very successful boss ladies who have a beautiful friendship: Nasrine and Kathy.
Friendship can be complicated, but this series should remind you of all the lessons you've learned and make for some great conversation.
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Wish Candles Instagram: @wishcandles
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Today's episode is all about having a friend that supports you no matter what and remembers you when you need it most.
Following the previous episode, this conversation is straight from the heart.
Meet one of the many cheerleaders in my life: Saadet Arslan.
Friendship can be complicated, but a good conversation can fix that.
Official Instagram Page: @xedtalks
Saadet's Instagram Page: @_saadetarslan_
Sending peace your way,
Welcome to the XED Talks Podcast!
Today's episode explores the need for friendship, what happens when a person neglects it and how to redeem it.
Friendship can be complicated, but this series should remind you of all the lessons you've learned and make for some great conversation.
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