Sam Minhas on Loneliness as a Dubai Expat, Social Anxiety and Founding She Knows Best

Dubai-based expat, educator, and founder of She Knows Best Sam Minhas shares her journey of overcoming loneliness and social anxiety after moving abroad — and how healing her inner child led her to create an anonymous platform that empowers and equips women with support.

What you'll learn:

• How loneliness and social anxiety can develop when moving abroad
• The role of anonymity in reducing barriers to seeking support
• How community building can be an act of personal healing
• What the financial shock of expat life can reveal about your priorities

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Sam and Her Mission

02:35 Navigating Loneliness and Social Anxiety

06:48 The Impact of Moving Abroad

12:18 Recognizing Social Anxiety

16:04 The Struggle of Keeping Up Appearances

20:30 A Wake-Up Call for Change

26:24 Creating a Supportive Community

30:03 Legal Support for Women

33:21 Future Aspirations for She Knows Best

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LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/she-knows-best/

Website:  ⁠www.sheknows-best.com⁠

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Please Note:

This podcast is for general awareness and educational purposes only, and should notbe considered a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, ortreatment. Please consult with qualified mental health professionals forspecific concerns or situations. Check out ⁠https://www.mind.org.uk/⁠ for free resources.