Dil Ki Recipes

Friendships are one of the most rewarding parts of life — but what happens when one starts to fade, fracture, or feel toxic? In this episode, Dr. Sheeza Mohsin breaks down the signs that a friendship may have run its course, how to navigate ending one with grace, and why letting go doesn't make you disloyal or selfish.  Whether you're dealing with gradual distance, unresolved conflict, or...

Ever wonder how a relationship starts off with good energy but soon fizzles out into nothing? In this episode, we break down why modern dating culture has become too focused on psychoanalyzing and not enough on actually connecting. You'll learn: ✅ Why bringing your friends into every interaction kills authenticity ✅ How overanalyzing moves you from connection into control ✅ 3 simple shifts...

In today’s episode, Dr. Sheeza Mohsin & Durriya Shamsi have an important conversation about Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), with a special focus on the South Asian community. Durriya brings years of experience working with children, adolescents, and adults with neurodiversity and helps us understand what autism truly is, how it shows up across the spectrum, and why our cultural frameworks arou...

In the newest episode of Dil Ki Recipes, Dr. Sheeza Mohsin sits with Zeinab Masud Agha to explore one of the most important, and misunderstood, topics in mental health: the world of professional coaching. They cover the difference between coaching and therapy, why supervision is non-negotiable, and what it really means to be an ethical coach working with South Asian clients. From navigating men ca...

In the newest episode of Dil Ki Recipes, Dr. Sheeza Mohsin sits with Dr. Umar Latif (triple board-certified in psychiatry, geriatric psychiatry, and addiction medicine) to discuss mental health challenges in the South Asian/Desi immigrant community. The episode covers topics from cognitive dissonance between outward success and inner struggles, generational trauma, cultural stigma around mental he...

Are you leading from overflow or depletion? 🌟 In this powerful conversation, a bonus for DKR listeners, executive coach Dr. Sheeza Mohsin sits down with corporate leader and author Kimia Penton to discuss her upcoming book "Power on Purpose: Where Authenticity Becomes Radical Leadership." In this episode, you'll discover: ✨ Why authenticity is radical in today's leadership land...

This week on Dil Ki Recipes , we peel back the filters and talk real marriage, not the Instagram version. From “trad wife” trends to financial expectations, unrealistic expectations, social media comparisons, pressures, setting healthy boundaries, “trad wife” ideals to in-laws, money, and the myth of perfection in marriage, this conversation is to provide insight for anyone in a marriage, especial...

We are kicking off season 3 of with a new episode of Dil Ki Recipes by Dr. Sheeza Mohsin! Today, I sit down with Sana Kheiri, CPC, ELI-MP, CPDS — a certified coach who helps South Asian families raise emotionally aware and compassionate teens. Together, we unpack why Desi parents often misunderstand their teenagers , how emotional energy shapes daily interactions, and what it looks like to move fr...

How emotionally intelligent are we—and how can we help the next generation do even better?🌱 Emotional Intelligence expert Hiba Tanvir (@ht_compassion) unpacks why EQ is the REAL foundation for success—at home, in school, and at work on Dil Ki Recipes with Dr. Sheeza Mohsin. Hiba Tanvir is a thought leader in Emotional Intelligence (EI) and the founder of HT Compassion, a boutique consulting firm...

NEW EPISODE OUT NOW: Featuring Dr. Asra Khan, this week’s episode dives deep into the realities South Asian and Muslim communities often hesitate to confront. From premarital prep and communication gaps to gender roles, social media pressures, and what “compatibility” really means — it’s time for honest conversations. TIMESTAMPS 02:22 — The topic: Marriage challenges and divorce in the South Asian...

Join Dr. Sheeza Mohsin on the latest episode of the Dil Ki Recipes podcast as she sits down with special guest Maryam Munis, a licensed professional counselor, to explore the unique challenges and triumphs of South Asian mental health from a therapists perspective! Together, they dive into generational differences, cultural identity, and the importance of finding the right therapist. Whether you’r...

In this episode of Dil Ki Recipes, Dr. Mohsin dives into the lived experiences of South Asian men as they navigate mental health, shifting gender roles, family expectations, and the dualities of bicultural identity with Manzar Lari. Manzar, a psychologist with 40 years of cross-cultural experience, shares insights on how to unpack generations of stigma, open up about the challenges facing men in t...

What happens when you're in a loving marriage but find yourself attracted to someone else? Let’s talk about a subject most people consider “taboo”: infidelity. In this raw and vulnerable episode of Dil Ki Recipes, writer Sherilyn Siy shares her viral BuzzFeed article story about developing unexpected feelings for her physical therapist—and how it transformed her understanding of marriage, desi...

In today's episode of "Dil Ki Recipes," Dr. Sheeza Mohsin sits down with Jessica Villarreal to explore the unique challenges and cultural dynamics that therapists encounter when working with South Asian couples. This conversation provides essential guidance for non-South Asian therapists seeking to build cultural competency, covering topics like family enmeshment, gender role expecta...

In today's episode of “Dil Ki Recipes,” Dr. Sheeza Mohsin sits down with BJ Williams to explore why men struggle with emotional expression and how generational patterns shape modern masculinity. This conversation unpacks the cultural and historical roots of emotional suppression, offering practical guidance for raising emotionally intelligent sons and creating healthier relationship dynamics....

We are starting off strong this season with a real and raw coversation between Dr. Mohsin and Tarfia Faizullah about the reality of growing up and living in America while being a part of the Desi community - the bicultural identity so many people go experience. Tarfia Faizullah, born in Brooklyn to Bangladeshi parents and raised in Texas, is the author of two poetry collections: Registers of Illum...

Ever wonder what dating successful women looks like? Successful women look for emotional maturity in their partners to be able to have conversations with them that may be difficult to do with someone who doesn’t have emotional maturity. This could be about future goals, small disagreements, roles, etc. But at the end of the day, if there’s no emotional maturity within a relationship, those two peo...

Welcome to " Dil Ki Recipes ", your one-stop shop for everything South Asians need to navigate mental health and relationships ! In today's episode, Dr. Sheeza Mohsin talks about what to do when you get stuck in a rut, or when you think your life isn't going well. With her therapist background, she shares her advice, life anecdotes, and tips to help you feel like you have a bit more control over y...

Welcome to " Dil Ki Recipes ", your one-stop shop for everything South Asians need to navigate mental health and relationships ! In today's episode, Dr. Sheeza Mohsin gives an insight into common wedding pressures during the wedding season among Bi-cultural kids. As a relationship and mental health therapist, Dr. Mohsin often hears clients voicing their struggles with navigating some of the pressu...

Welcome to "Dil Ki Recipes", your one-stop shop for everything South Asians need to navigate mental health and relationships! In today's episode, Dr. Sheeza Mohsin shares the top 5 red flags in women based on feedback from clients. As a relationship therapist, Dr. Mohsin sees a wide array of different types of clients and shares her perspective of why most men will run away from relationships. FOR...

Welcome to "Dil Ki Recipes" , your one-stop shop for everything South Asians need to navigate mental health and relationships! In today's episode, Dr. Sheeza Mohsin shares 7 signs you're truly adulting – a must-listen for learning about the important steps to take when navigating the journey of becoming more independent in your life. FOR MORE INFORMATION - If you have any questions regarding other...

Welcome to Dil Ki Recipes , your one-stop shop for everything South Asians need to navigate mental health and relationships! In today's episode, Dr. Sheeza Mohsin focuses on friendships & how to manage your friendship dynamic while tackling some very common struggles . Most of my clients tend to ask me common questions surrounding friendships and relationships, or bring up their concerns from...

Truth about Sex, Intimacy, & Self-care for Professionals ... BONUS EPISODE FOR ASIAN HERITAGE MONTH Welcome to Dil Ki Recipes, your one-stop shop for everything South Asians need to navigate mental health and relationships! In this candid, insightful conversation, executive coach and relationship expert Dr. Sheeza Mohsin is joined by writer and coach Sherilyn Siy to break the silence around in...

In today's episode, Dr. Sheeza Mohsin focuses on what genuine apologies actually require, beyond just saying sorry. What isn’t an apology? Why do so many of us get it wrong? Let's break down the art of the genuine apology, how pride gets in the way, the emotional roots of accountability, how to stop minimizing hurt, and why accountability is the real key to healing. Plus, we break down common rela...

Welcome to Dil Ki Recipes, your one-stop shop for everything South Asians need to navigate mental health and relationships! In todays episode, Dr. Sheeza Mohsin shares some advice for getting into the world of dating after coming out of a marriage: things to consider when getting involved with a new suitor, the influence of money on relationships, situationships, being present and showing up, life...