Who do you want to be?

In this conversation, Sabine and I explore the hidden traps that can come with becoming highly productive with AI.  From burnout and constant task completion to losing confidence in skills we've spent years developing, we discuss the subtle ways technology can influence how we think, create, and show up in the world. We also talk about the importance of staying connected to our humanity, prot...

Did you know that while 95% of people believe they’re self-aware, only around 15% actually are? In this powerful episode of Who Do You Want To Be? , Abha and Sabine unpack what self-awareness really means — beyond simply “knowing how you feel.” Together, they explore emotional triggers, limiting beliefs, behavioural patterns, and the surprising gap between how we see ourselves and how others perce...

Life doesn't stop throwing curveballs — and neither should your business. In this episode, Sabine and I are recording from Dubai in the middle of a pretty intense situation. Distance learning is back, our working hours have been flipped upside down, and motivation? Not exactly at an all-time high. But here's what happened: I built a brand new, 5-page website in under 3 hours using Claude...

When life suddenly feels uncertain, who do you choose to be? In this deeply personal episode, we talk about what happens when global events shake our sense of normality—and how we can respond with calm, presence, and intention. Over the weekend, unexpected geopolitical developments unfolded while we were simply going about our lives here in the UAE. Like many people, we experienced a moment of dis...

2026 didn’t start the way many of us expected.  Unexpected changes, shifting priorities, job losses, illness, and a general sense of uncertainty have left many women asking a powerful question: “Given everything that’s already changed… who do I want to be now?” In this episode, Sabine and I reflect on how to re-center yourself when life throws you off course and expectations—both internal and exte...

Can you believe it’s 2026 already? In this special New Year kickoff episode, Sabine and Abha reflect on the lessons of 2025 and set powerful intentions for the year ahead. They dive deep into the difference between time management and energy management, the challenge of staying focused in a world full of opportunity, and the power of saying “no” — even to things that excite you — in service of you...

In the final episode of 2025, Abha and Sabine sit down to reflect on the journey of launching and sustaining their podcast, Who Do You Want to Be? —a project that started with a voice note and grew into a weekly ritual of intention, growth, and conversation. They share candid reflections on what it takes to start something without a perfect plan, how consistency and curiosity can move mountains, a...

As 2025 comes to a close, we’re reflecting on just how deeply AI has integrated into our daily lives—and how that’s reshaping not only how we work, but how we think, connect, and even make decisions. In this episode, Sabine and Abha ask some big, bold questions: Have we become too dependent on AI tools like ChatGPT? Are we amplifying our intelligence—or outsourcing it? What does it mean to be huma...

What happens to our imagination when AI can imagine for us? In this thought-provoking episode, Abha and Sabine dive into the newly released Sora 2—ChatGPT’s video generation tool—and explore what it means for creativity, storytelling, and the future of human imagination. From creating fantastical videos with no prior skills to kids seeing their hand-drawn characters come alive, the possibilities s...

As parents in a tech-saturated world, are we still the main influence in our children's lives? Or are algorithms quietly shaping who they become? In this episode of Who Do You Want to Be? , we dive into the complex role of AI in our children's identity formation.  From YouTube rabbit holes to hyper-personalized content, we explore how the algorithmic vortex may be narrowing their curiosi...

Are you feeling overwhelmed by the pace of AI and digital change? In this episode, Abha and Sabine dive into the rising phenomenon of techno stress —a very real psychological and physical response to our increasingly tech-saturated lives. From AI-induced information overload to inbox anxiety and digital fatigue, we explore what’s behind this stress and how to manage it consciously. Together, we re...

What if the greatest danger of AI isn’t a dramatic robot uprising—but something far more subtle? In this episode, Abha and Sabine unpack a powerful insight from Sam Altman, CEO of OpenAI, about the “silent surrender” —the idea that we might gradually and unconsciously hand over our thinking, decision-making, and even creativity to AI tools like ChatGPT. Together, they explore: Why this surrender i...

In today’s episode of Who Do You Want to Be? , we dive into the growing presence of AI in the workplace—specifically how tools like ChatGPT are reshaping internal communication, collaboration, and company culture. Hosts Abha and Sabine explore the nuanced impacts of AI adoption in organizations. From silent brainstorming with chatbots to missed human moments and generational clashes, they ask: Are...

As schools introduce iPads to even the youngest students, parents are left asking: Is this helping or hurting our children’s development? In this episode, we dive into a very real moment from Sabine’s life—her 6-year-old son starting school and the emotional debate at the parent-teacher meeting about introducing iPads in Year One. Joined by her co-host Abha, they explore the broader question: How...

As technology continues to reshape the way we live and learn, many parents are facing a new kind of decision: Should our children be learning from human tutors or AI-powered platforms? In this episode of Who Do You Want to Be? , hosts Sabine and Abha explore their personal experiences navigating this question. With both of their daughters showing strong math skills, one family opts for a tradition...

In this deeply reflective episode, Abha and Sabine explore the emotionally complex and ethically nuanced world of AI companionship.  From robotic dogs supporting dementia patients to chatbots offering solace in solitude, they examine the question: When is it okay to build relationships with artificial intelligence? Through personal stories—including Sabine's touching insight about her aging f...

We all know AI can supercharge productivity, creativity, and even help us reflect on who we are—but what happens when we start turning to AI for connection ? In this episode of Who Do You Want to Be? , Sabine and Abha explore the rising trend of using AI in human relationships, from online dating to emotional support, and even romantic companionship. Drawing on surprising research and personal ref...

In this episode, we explore a surprising shift in public response to the latest version of ChatGPT. With GPT-5 now more emotionally neutral and robotic, many users are missing the overly friendly, almost “therapist-like” tone of earlier versions. But what does that say about how we're using AI—and what we’re missing in our human relationships? Join hosts Abha and Sabine as they unpack:  The r...

Feeling lost in the whirlwind of AI updates? You’re not alone. In this episode of Who Do You Want To Be? , Sabine and Abha break down the major updates in ChatGPT-5—what’s changed, what’s better, and what you really need to know to stay ahead without burning out. From smarter writing and deeper thinking modes to its powerful new agent capabilities and app integrations, ChatGPT-5 is more than just...

After a beautiful summer break, we’re back—and reflecting on what life feels like without screens, apps, and AI.  In this episode of Who Do You Want To Be? , Sabine and Abha dive into their intentional digital detoxes, what their families learned from stepping away from tech, and how this quiet space opened up creativity, mindfulness, and presence. From board games and barefoot beach days to fligh...

In this episode of Who Do You Want to Be? , we explore a counterintuitive truth: the same technology that helps us work faster can also help us slow down—if we let it. We talk about how AI and productivity tools can free up our time, but often end up driving us to do more, not less .  Sabine and Abha unpack the myth of endless productivity, the limits of our brain’s energy, and how mindfulness—som...

Have you ever told yourself, "I don't have the time… I'm not tech-savvy… I just can’t right now" ? In this empowering episode, we’re calling out the excuses that have held us back — and exploring how AI has quietly dismantled them all. Join Abha and Sabine as they share personal stories and practical insights on how technology is leveling the playing field. Whether it’s launchi...

Wellbeing is a buzzword, but what does it actually mean for you? In this deeply personal episode of Who Do You Want to Be? , Sabine and Abha explore how the definition of wellbeing is far from one-size-fits-all. From upside-down silks classes to sacred solo tea moments, we share what recharges us, and why tech tools like AI may not always belong in our wellbeing routines. Together, we ask: How do...

Are your goals truly your goals — or borrowed dreams that don’t align with your values or lifestyle? In this episode of Who Do You Want to Be , Abha and Sabine dive deep into the heart of goal-setting in today’s tech-accelerated world. They unpack why so many goals go unrealized, the subconscious resistance we face when goals clash with our values, and how AI tools can help (or hinder) the journey...

Now that our children are growing up with AI in nearly every part of their lives—from homework to decision-making apps—how do we ensure they still develop essential life skills like empathy, critical thinking, creativity, and independent problem-solving? In this episode, Abha and Sabine dive into a deeply relevant (and personal!) conversation about parenting in the AI age.  They reflect on real-li...