Chai Time Podcast

A healthy family relationship is characterized by open communication, mutual respect, trust, support, shared values, quality time spent together, and the ability to express feelings openly while respecting individual boundaries, allowing each member to feel loved and valued within the family unit. Daya Houston's Client Advocate Mansi Baxi shares an overview on Healthy Relationships.

Cervical Health Awareness Month is a time where we encourage you to learn more about Cervical Health and Cervical Cancer Prevention.

2024 was the year for growth. When we take time to recognize our thoughts and experiences we establish a solid foundation. The deeper we dive into our core identity the further we open the door for a purposeful connection. Investing time and effort for ourselves is crucial. It is the most important and powerful relationship in life.

The holiday season is a time of joy and togetherness; however, it can also be stressful for many people. Mahtab Moradi shares valuable tips on ways we can manage holiday stress.

Financial skills are important for children to learn, as it can help them make sound financial decisions throughout their lives.

Marc-Antoine and Neelofer Ali from Rupani Foundation shares valuable insights on ways the Foundation serves families in the community. Rupani Foundation believes that investing in children ensures securing a healthy future. Using Early Childhood Development as a tool for socio-economic change to underprivileged communities.

Safe housing can provide a pathway to freedom for survivors, but there are many barriers that prevent survivors from obtaining one. Daya Houston Aparna Asthana and Tasneem Rajan talk about the services the organization provides and ways we can help as a community. Daya a nonprofit organization serves South Asian women, children and men in the Houston area who have been the victims of domestic viol...

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Let's raise awareness about breast health, prevention and early detection with Dr. Akshjot Puri, Oncologist and Breast Cancer Specialist at Houston Methodist.

Nabila Mansoor, Executive Director and David Nguyen, Campaign Advisor from Rise AAPI cover the most common questions voters have, including helping us understand everything from voting methods to the critical issues at stake.

In todays world everyone is a brand and you need to develop yours and get comfortable developing it. Much of professional and personal success depends on persuading others to recognize your value.

Dr. Khowaja and Mahtab Moradi from IBN Sina Foundation discuss the importance of Healthy Aging, focusing on exercise, diet and sleep. We uncover practical steps to enhance our health and vitality as we age.

Finding moments of peace and tranquility can feel like an elusive dream in today's fast-paced world. Meditation is a powerful tool to help us cultivate mindfulness and achieve inner calm. Heartfulness Institute, a global nonprofit organization offers simple meditation-based practices that nurture inner peace and the overall well-being of individuals and the broader community.

September is National Suicide Prevention Month. Let's raise awareness on Suicide Prevention and share messages of Hope. Learn the warning signs, risk factors and ways to support someone considering suicide with Hareema Mela, Daya Houston's Director of Client Services.

Our lungs play a vital role in our overall well-being. Taking care of them is crucial for a healthy and active lifestyle. Dr. Warren Naselsky shares practical tips and Lifestyle changes which can help us to breathe easier and live better. Dr. Naselsky is a Thoracic Surgeon with Houston Methodist Department of Surgery. With a robust educational back-ground and a deep commitment to clinical research...

Bhawna Luthra shares valuable insights on ways to build a stronger relationship with your teenagers. Bhawna Luthra has worked in various types of settings including hospitals, schools, colleges and private practice. She provides marital therapy and family therapy to families facing relationship issues and conflicts.

Language is a powerful tool that shapes our understanding of the world and our relationships with others. Pronouns, play a critical role in language by allowing us to refer to people without using their names. As society becomes more aware of individual's diverse experiences and identities, it is important to understand pronouns, their several types, and ways to use them respectfully.

When we hear or think of heroes, we often associate them with the difference they made in their adult years. However, youths today can make changes, and others are already making an impact worldwide. Inspiring youth leaders like Izza Rizvi, Seth Green and Yana Kohli reminds us that everyone has the potential to make the changes we aspire to.

Every theatrical performance is a doorway to different worlds, emotions and experiences created on stage. A fascinating conversation on the upcoming play with Writer Director, Tazeen Zahida, and the talented casts members.

Let's dive deep into understanding Dementia and learn ways to navigate caring for a loved one in a less stressful and more positive environment.

Addressing the importance of Climate Justice creates a more equitable and sustainable future for all. An in-depth discussion with Kavita Tewary, Carole Juarez and Vaibhavi Kotnis from Sewa International USA-Houston. Sewa International's mission is to serve humanity in distress, aid local communities, run development projects for the underserved, and assist people in transformational change thr...

Daya's Client Advocate, Mansi Baxi talk about healthy relationships and South Asian Pride in honor of Pride Month. We discuss the history behind Pride, break down the misconceptions and have a better understanding of the LGBTQ+ community. Daya Houston is a nonprofit organization that empower South Asian Survivors of Domestic and Sexual Violence through culturally specific services and educate...

Learn how lifestyle changes can help women thrive during perimenopause with Ruchika Behal and Sonal Kulkarni

Living with Bipolar Disorder can be challenging, not only for the individual but also for their loved ones. Education and Awareness is crucial for fostering a supportive environment. Angelina Hudson shared real life stories of the impact of Bipolar.

Asian American Pacific Islander Month is observed in May. We dive deep into cross Cultural Solidarity within the AAPI community with Swati Narayan, Daya's Director of AAPI Community and Belonging. Daya is a Houston nonprofit organization that empower South Asian Survivors of Domestic and Sexual Violence through culturally specific services and educate the community in an effort to end the cycl...

When women are empowered to take on leadership positions, everyone benefits. Women leaders help increase productivity, inspire organizational dedication, enhance collaboration, and improve fairness. Though women still face challenges compared to their male counterparts, women are slowly rising in political, corporate and educational leadership. Born in Germany and raised in India, Mitali Paul has...