Welcome to The Brown Girl Rising podcast! In today's episode, we are thrilled to welcome the incredible Ayesha, a true queer queen. Ayesha is a Somatic Mindset Practitioner dedicated to empowering professional, queer (queer, trans, non-binary), South Asian women and people to confidently express their true selves and live more fulfilling and authentic lives. Ayesha’s story is one of resilience, self-discovery, and transformation. Growing up, she was constantly told who to be, how to act, and what to think – pressures deeply ingrained in the Indian cultural mentality of avoiding embarrassment and shame. Despite having liberal parents, these societal values were hard to shake off, leading to a tumultuous journey through severe anxiety, depression, and self-loathing. The pivotal moment in Ayesha’s life came at the age of 22 when she lost her father, plunging her further into grief and self-destruction. It was during this dark period that she was forced to confront her life choices and ask herself the profound question: ‘What do you REALLY want? What will make you happy?’ The answer was simple yet profound – peace. Embarking on a journey to heal from within, Ayesha transformed her life through self-awareness, travel, and the support of her loving partner. Today, she shares her wisdom and experiences to help others find their own paths to peace and self-acceptance. Join us on The Brown Girl Rising podcast as Ayesha discusses her journey of loss, self-discovery, and the powerful love that helped her become the person she is today. Tune in for an inspiring conversation about healing, authenticity, and the pursuit of inner peace. You can follow Ayesha's journey on ⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠ or her ⁠⁠⁠website⁠⁠⁠ And remember, you can connect with Brown Girl Rising on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for more inspiring content.