You are not alone

Today we’re catching up with Dr Jenna. I was joined by the Founder of Skookies, a brand that celebrates sustainability and wellness to catch up on a few things.  We spoke about what’s going on in our lives, creativity, career, motherhood, mental health and spirituality. In this episode we embrace sisterhood by sharing our struggles, wins and everything in between.  During the conversation we sippe...

Khadijah talks about the benefits of journaling. She also mentions the types, and how to start exploring journaling as a means of healing. Ebook - click here Follow us on Instagram - here ASADS free mental health listeners - click here Sunshine series - click here

Zainab is a talented Lawyer, Chef, Entrepreneur, and Founder of Girls Aid. In this episode, Zainab highlighted the effects of body shaming and how we can navigate it. We explored the topic by talking about our personal experiences, hoping that it will encourage you to have more room for self-acceptance. To connect with Zainab click here Yana podcast on Instagram Join our Newsletter here

Understanding your attachment will change how you perceive new people and give you surprising insight into your partner if you are already in a relationship. Today I finally talk about attachment styles. Let me know what your thoughts are. All the single pringles in the house this conversation includes you. Attachment style test - here Get your copy Attached book - here Yana instagram profile News...

In this episode, Khadijah highlighted the common misconceptions about mental health. If you’re interested in starting your wellness journey the right way then remember that seeking help is part of the process. With a few good mental health organizations, this community will have access to helpful resources. Want to reach out to a professional today? Click the link to Neem Foundation - https://neem...

''One out of every three people you know is sleep deprived.'' According to Mathew Walker, Neuroscientist, and sleep expert, "The shorter your sleep, the shorter your life" In this episode, I shared tips on how to sleep better and the importance of sleep. Ever wondered why you struggle to sleep or even wake up feeling exhausted? This episode will give you control of your l...

Have you ever wondered why you're constantly seeking validation? Maybe you have felt a lack in your life without realizing that there's so much to be grateful for. This episode is dedicated to everyone who uses social media. In this episode, I shared the main reason why those platforms were created in the first place and also highlighted the issues we're currently left to deal with. FOMO is a huge...

Today, I talk to you about my fitness journey and how it has been helping me discover, heal and grow as a person. Starting any journey can be overwhelming for many of us. We're often left to figure out everything by ourselves. In the eight dimensions of wellness, fitness is proven to have a positive impact on mental health.  According to a study, people who exercise regularly have better ment...

This episode has helpful information on how to contact a professional.  Contact ASADS  - https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc_G26PAxzZKhrBL8mZpkz9NmYAVaiTqBpIGgOUoNyW4NxpjQ/viewform Mind Over Matter NG - https://www.youtube.com/@MindOverMatterNG Join our community on instagram - https://www.instagram.com/yana_podcast.ng/

A positive mindset is what you need, and affirmations help boost positivity. It helps to activate your neural pathways and helps to change the areas of your brain that makes you happy and motivated.   In this episode, I shared the best affirmations that will help you, spark your positivity about life and keep you grounded. When you do not feel motivated to get things done, positive affirmations ca...

Join me as I have an interesting conversation with a friend. We shared our opinions about mental health, the importance of speaking up about your mental health, what causes the stigma in society, and how we can individually help neutralize the stigma.   This episode contains some truths that we currently ignore in our society regarding mental health. We all go through a lot daily but wha...

Are you terrible at prioritizing? Do you easily get overwhelmed every new year? Join me as I unpack my goals for 2023. I share the reasons why having goals increases your chances of winning. I hope this year marks the beginning of many celebrations.  Join our community by following us at - https://www.instagram.com/yana_podcast.ng/  We're open to collaborations and sponsorships.  Ne...

Musa Akilah aka Morell sits down with Khadijah Abdullahi as they talk about things. He shared with us how years of hard work and consistency has brought him to where he’s. He also talked about how the Covid Lockdown gave him the chance to slow down and reconnect with himself by being more present. It was indeed an honest conversation, you will definitely enjoy while commuting, working out in a gym...

In this episode, Naja'atu Garba who is a licensed Therapist and founder of Union Healing sat down with Khadijah to discuss the 8 dimensions of wellness and how substance abuse affects all dimensions. The conversation was packed with lots of wisdom due to her experience in the field. According to her, no aspect of medicine is closest to spirituality like mental health. According to her substanc...

Khadijah talks about how she personally handles stress. Some of her tips might be relatable to our listeners. We’re however curious to know if there are more ways to deal with this universal problem that we all are going through. It’s always a roller coaster of emotions when it comes to stressful situations but always remember that self care is what keeps you grounded and relaxed.  Follow us...

This story you’re about to hear is a very good example of how anyone can focus on the good things of life. We shouldn’t be defined by our past but by our ability to keep pushing through every time it seems difficult. He grew up with an identity just to be told a different story all together, determined to be successful he ran away from home to start afresh. He wanted to be successful and behold he...

The End SARS protest in Nigeria was a movement that affected so many people both home and abroad. It was so sad to see people die and no one has given us an explanation as to why it happened like that in the first place. I got the opportunity to have a conversation with a citizen who didn’t only go out to protest, but was able to find a way to support the cause. Paul Ameh who is a dear friend shar...

Stigma can impact an individual in various spheres of life. This makes it very difficult for anyone dealing with any form of mental health disorder to actually be positive. “No health without mental health” Got suggestions or want to send in questions? Follow us on Instagram: @yana_podcast.ng Twitter: yana_podcast

In this episode, I gave my personal opinion how you can deal with the anxiety, stress, tension and fear surrounding Corona Virus aka Covid-19. The goal is to accept the change we all face, let’s all be realistic about how we feel. It is a phase and let’s all try by acknowledging all the emotions that we have during this time. Are you ready to find ways to function well?? Your mental health is impo...

Welcome to You Are Not Alone. I look forward to having more interesting things to talk about as we dive deeper into Mental Health in the Northern part of Nigeria. Let’s create awareness and fight against Stigma.