Don't @ Your Hooyo

In this episode, we dive into the painful reality of growing up in a low-effort family where basic needs are met, but emotional connection, warmth and active engagement are completely missing. Sharing my personal, lived experience, I open up about the slow and often confusing journey of coming to terms with this deep-seated emotional disconnection. Whether you are currently feeling isolated by you...

Listen to our continued conversation. You won't want to miss it!

Here is the first part of my conversation with podcast listener Capri, a young Somali woman living in North America, as we discuss navigating identity and creating a sense of self within our communities.

Do you wear a headcovering?  Do you dress modestly?  If yes, what led you to make those decisions?  If you don’t currently, did you feel embraced/accepted for that decision?

I identify 3 different types of Aunties and explain a bit about what my experiences have been with Aunts in my life.

If you've ever thought about going to therapy, but don't know where to begin or if you have questions, this episode will touch on key things to consider when selecting a mental health professional, how to deal with family who disapprove of therapy and give you that final sign to start your therapy journey in 2026!

If you've gone no contact with your family, or are considering it, I have some tips and book recommendations for you.

Eating out, bars, travel ... you don't need to wait for someone to go with you to have a good time. Do the thing you've been putting off and you just might amaze yourself.

How did your elders treat you growing up? What expectations did they place on you? How did they treat you in return? Let's get in to it!

My hot take on Annie and Patrick's behaviour and choices on LiB Denver. What a juicy season! Does contain spoilers for those who have not watched all the episodes up to and including Oct 15, 2025.

Why do some Somalis say they aren't Black? Let's unpack this line of resoning and why some Somalis vehemently oppose being called Black, including my own Mom.

'Struggle love' - don't accept less than you deserve. How do childhood dynamics and role modelling influence our love lives as adults? Let's unpack this idea of 'struggle love' and redefine the romantic love we want in our present and future.

Take a listen to this week's episode diving in to the opinion that if you're not Muslim, you're not Somali.

Get an inside peek in to the backstory of the podcast's name, the art and a little taste of Amina's take on growing up Somali in Canada.

This is the very first epsiode of the Don't @ Your Hooyo Podcast by your host, Amina!