Maskaxda and Healing Podcast

Nimco
  • 5.0 (4)
  • MENTAL HEALTH
  • UPDATED SEMIWEEKLY

Maskaxda & Healing is a Somali mental health podcast dedicated to raising awareness, sharing coping skills and breaking the stigma. Hosted by Nimco featuring community voices and mental health professionals offering cultural understanding, practical tools and support to remind listeners they are not alone 💛 🧡 🎙️ Available on Spotify & YouTube 🎙️ TikTok: @Maskaxda.healing 📸 Instagram: @MaskaxdaHealing Email: maskaxdahealing@outlook.com 💌 Share questions or stories anonymously: https://bit.ly/Maskaxda

  1. FEB 15

    Xaasidnimo (Envy): Fahamka Dareenka

    Envy is an emotion many people experience but rarely talk about.In this episode, Dr. Ahmed, Hadith and I explore: How envy and jealousy affect mental healthEmotional pain and healthy ways to copeDefense mechanisms and how they show upThe importance of self-awareness and positive thinking

    15 min
  2. Difaaca Maskaxda Series: Coping with Projection | Part 2 with Dr. Ahmed

    11/27/2025

    Difaaca Maskaxda Series: Coping with Projection | Part 2 with Dr. Ahmed

    Projection is one of the most common defense mechanisms but how do we cope with it? In this episode, Dr. Ahmed shares practical strategies to recognize projection and manage it in a healthy way. Learn simple steps to improve self-awareness, emotional regulation and strengthen relationships

    17 min

  3. 11/18/2025

    Difaaca Maskaxda Series: Projection Explained | Part 1 with Dr. Ahmed

    Defense Mechanisms Series – Part 1: Projection Dr. Ahmed explains Projection, a key psychological defense mechanism that influences how we think and interact. Learn what projection is, why it happens, and how to recognize it in everyday life. 🎧 Listen now to gain insights into mental health and self-awareness. Topics Covered: What is Projection?Why do we use it?examplesTips for managing projection

    14 min

  4. 09/30/2025

    Difaaca Maskaxda Series: Wa Maxay Repression Iyo Denial

    Defense mechanisms, or "difaac maskaxda" in Somali, are psychological strategies used by individuals to cope with reality and maintain self-image. They often operate unconsciously to protect the mind from feelings of anxiety or guilt.

    13 min
  5. Difaaca Maskaxda Series: Wa Maxay

    09/20/2025

    Difaaca Maskaxda Series: Wa Maxay

    Defense mechanisms, or "difaac maskaxda" in Somali, are psychological strategies used by individuals to cope with reality and maintain self-image. They often operate unconsciously to protect the mind from feelings of anxiety or guilt.

    9 min
  6. Frozen Orange for Anxiety – Maskaxda Dejiso

    07/30/2025

    Frozen Orange for Anxiety – Maskaxda Dejiso

    In this short grounding episode, I show you how to use a frozen orange to calm your mind and body. It’s a simple DBT-inspired technique that helps during anxiety. Qaybtan waxan ku tusaya sida oranji qabow maskaxda u dejin karo marka aad dareento walwal. Ku celceli markasta oo aad u baahato. Subscribe for more grounding tools and healing content.

    4 min
  7. Therapist Series: Obsessive Compulsive Disorder | Dr. Ahmed

    07/15/2025

    Therapist Series: Obsessive Compulsive Disorder | Dr. Ahmed

    In this episode, Dr. Ahmed from Somali Psychology joins usto explain obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD) — We talk aboutthe different types, symptoms, and how treatment can help. Waxan ka hadalnay: Noocyada OCDCalaamadaha lagu gartoSida daaweyntu u caawinkarto   🎧 Listen when you’re ready, share with someone who might benefit and let us know your thoughts in the comments. 🎧 Dhagayso oo la wadaag qof kale.

    39 min
  8. Naftaada U Naxariiso

    07/08/2025

    Naftaada U Naxariiso

    Self-compassion or isku naxirista naftaada waa marka aad naftaada si tartiib ah ula hadasho marka ay noloshu adkaato ama aad qalad dareento. Self-compassion isn’t about being perfect. It’s about being kind to yourself when things are hard. It means understanding your mistakes and speaking gently to yourself just like you would to someone you care about. Wa inad naftaada fahamto, cafiso oo aad isku sheegto erayo naxaris leh marka aad murugo ama walbahaar dareento.       Waa maxay self-compassion     Sidee naxariistu u caawisaa marka aad is canaanto·        Erayo naxariis leh oo aad naftaada   Pause. Tune in. And remind yourself: "I am here, and I matter"

    9 min
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Maskaxda & Healing is a Somali mental health podcast dedicated to raising awareness, sharing coping skills and breaking the stigma. Hosted by Nimco featuring community voices and mental health professionals offering cultural understanding, practical tools and support to remind listeners they are not alone 💛 🧡 🎙️ Available on Spotify & YouTube 🎙️ TikTok: @Maskaxda.healing 📸 Instagram: @MaskaxdaHealing Email: maskaxdahealing@outlook.com 💌 Share questions or stories anonymously: https://bit.ly/Maskaxda

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