Stress to Joy with Arsalan

Arsalan Al Hashimi

We're launching a new Podcast called "Stress to Joy" with me, Arsalan Al Hashimi, as the host. In the United Arab Emirates, where I live and work for decades past, I've got to meet fascinating people who have persevered through amazing struggles and obstacles. And today I'm bringing them on the podcast to share their story with the world. In and through these conversations with the people that bring on the podcast, I'm aiming to highlight how important it to is to be aware that you create your own reality, and how your subconscious conditioning has brought you to where you are in presently in life. Living a life of joy is a lifestyle commitment. It's requires you to work on your own self day in and day out. And the reward is a purposeful life and a lasting feeling of fulfillment.These are deep and engaging conversations, and I'm sure you'll be able to connect with the guests and takeaway information that you can apply into your own life. Enjoy! 

  1. 07/02/2024

    Intuitive Leadership, Motherhood and Personal Growth with Sofiya Poland

    Welcome back to Stress to Joy! In this episode, Arsalan is joined by Sofiya Poland, Group Head of Procurement at Al Masaood Group, to delve into the critical role of gratitude and joy in successful leadership. Sofiya highlights that for effective leadership, it’s important to listen to your intuition and inner voice, recognize achievements, and empower your team. Arsalan and Sofiya discuss the challenges of balancing a high-level career with motherhood, sharing personal stories of growth and sacrifice. Additionally, they explore managing stress through meditation, gratitude practice, physical activity, and independent coping strategies. Join us for an inspiring discussion filled with practical advice and heartfelt insights on being a leader who fosters joy, gratitude, and high performance in their team. Tune in now! #Leadership #Gratitude #StressManagement #WorkLifeBalance #Motherhood #Intuition #PersonalGrowth #Meditation #PhysicalActivity #HighPerformance #Inspiration Connect with us: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/arsalan.alhashimi/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/arsalanalhashimi/ Website: https://stresstojoy.co/  Connect with Sofiya:  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sofiya-poland-fcips%F0%9F%8C%8E-2405304b/ Chapters: 00:00 - How to Manage Stress in Life   02:04 - Loneliness and Social Connection   05:27 - Growing Up in the USSR   08:57 - Negotiation and Procurement   17:04 - The Human Factor in Business   19:02 - Incorporating Movement in Life   27:13 - Women’s Challenges and Personal Story   33:41 - Intuition and Decision Making   37:05 - Spirituality and Personal Growth   38:21 - Leadership and Team Trust   47:00 - Corporate Culture and Values   50:04 - Examples of Good Leaders   52:44 - Personal Development and Overcoming Challenges   55:46 - The Importance of Gratitude and Joy   01:00:19 - Choice and Conscious Living   01:02:06 - Tools for Personal Growth   01:03:47 - Closing Words Follow us on Youtube - https://youtu.be/yiH6aqumVk4 Follow us on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/arsalan.alhashimi/

    1h 4m
  2. 05/22/2024

    Mountaineering, Transforming Habits & Conscious Parenting with Bachir Gemayel

    Welcome back to the Stress to Joy podcast with Arsalan! This week, joining us on the show is Bachir Gemayel, a Sales and Marketing Director at Al Masaood Automobiles, and an adventurer dedicated to personal growth and health. Bachir shares his journey of self-discovery, discusses replacing old habits with rewarding ones like mountaineering and running, and explains how these activities have become intrinsic to his identity. Discover how daily physical activity benefits sleep, energy levels, and mental clarity. Bachir and Arsalan also talk about conscious parenting and balancing professional growth with parenting, emphasizing the importance of setting a positive example for children. Reflect on your values, find joy and purpose in your daily life, and pursue personal and professional growth with practical advice and inspiring stories from this conversation. Don't miss this inspiring episode! Join us to learn how you can make positive changes in your own life. Like, subscribe, and hit the bell icon to stay updated. Connect with us: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/arsalan.alhashimi/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/arsalanalhashimi/ Website: https://stresstojoy.co/  Connect with Bachir:  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bachir-gemayel-33bb07100/?originalSubdomain=ae Chapters: 00:00 - Introduction 01:15 - Who is Bachir 12:02 - Identifying as a Mountaineer, Athlete, and Mountain Climber 18:10 - 10 Pillars of Life Mastery 22:00 - The Power of Positive Purpose 27:55 - Conscious Parenting 55:14 - Personal Transformation through Parenting 59:11 - Balancing Time and Priorities 01:06:10 - Tips for Continuous Self-Improvement and Awareness 01:14:03 - Finding Joy and Purpose 01:29:02 - Steps to Understanding of Self and Purpose 01:33:11 - Closing Words Follow us on Youtube - https://youtu.be/yiH6aqumVk4 Follow us on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/arsalan.alhashimi/

    1h 34m
  3. 04/30/2024

    HR Evolution, Employee Wellbeing, and Meaningful Work with Bothaina Al Ali

    Join Arsalan and Bothaina Al Ali, Group Head of HR at Al Masaood Group, for an insightful conversation on navigating career transitions and the evolving landscape of HR. Bothaina shares her journey from junior HR roles to managerial positions, highlighting the importance of passion and adaptation in personal and professional growth. Discover how HR is evolving beyond basic tasks, focusing on personal connections and employee well-being. Learn about the shift towards People and Culture and the challenges of fostering diversity in the workplace. In this episode, explore the value of soft skills versus industry expertise and how Al Masaood supported its team during the pandemic. Understand why meaningful work matters and how the new Emirati generation is reshaping workplace norms. Join us for an insightful conversation about navigating today's ever-changing work landscape. Connect with us: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/arsalan.alhashimi/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/arsalanalhashimi/ Website:https://stresstojoy.co/  Connect with Bothaina:  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bothaina-alali-84392719/  Chapters: 00:00 - Bothaina’s Background 03:06 - Moving to Abu Dhabi 23:21 - Choosing HR as a Career Path 25:42 - The Evolution of HR 30:16 - The Change from HR to Human Capital 33:40 - Fostering Culture 37:41 - Bothaina’s Role Transition 42:58 - Assuming Leadership Roles 46:37 - HR's Role in Aligning Values 50:10 - Evaluation of Candidates through Interviews & Psychometric Tests 50:00 - Moving Between Industries 56:30 - HR Acumen vs Industry-Specific Experience 59:34 - Importance of Well-being 01:08:20 - Handling of Well-being during COVID-19 01:13:46 - Initiatives for Well-being Integration 01:19:19 - Shift in Attitude of the Younger Emirati Generation 01:26:55 - Emiratis Joining the Private Sector 01:29:14 - Importance of Being Passionate About Your Job 01:30:43 - Closing Words Follow us on Youtube - https://youtu.be/yiH6aqumVk4 Follow us on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/arsalan.alhashimi/

    1h 31m
  4. 04/16/2024

    Destressing through Innovation, Sustainability, and Art of Listening with Rasso Bartenschlager

    Welcome back to "Stress to Joy"! This week, we're thrilled to host Rasso Bartenschlager, the innovative General Manager of Al Masaood Power Division, all the way from Bavaria, Germany. Join us as we delve into destressing through innovation, sustainability, leadership, and the art of listening, both in and outside of work. Rasso gives his insights on Emiratization at Al Masaood, integrating local talent into the workforce for lasting impact. Finally, Arsalan and Rasso dive into the importance of two-way communication, staying active, and cultivating a fulfilling life beyond career pursuits. Tune in for an inspiring conversation on turning stress into joy through leadership and forward-thinking initiatives! Don't miss out—hit that subscribe button for more transformative insights. Connect with us: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/arsalan.alhashimi/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/arsalanalhashimi/ Website: https://stresstojoy.co/  Connect with Rasso:  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rasso-bartenschlager-17974a22/  Time stamps: 00:00 - Meet Rasso 07:10 - Leadership and Cultural Insights 11:42 - The Importance of Soft Skills in Leaders 17:49 - De-stressing Techniques 20:26 - De-stressing through Innovation 23:53 - Rasso's Passion for Innovation 29:31 - UAE's Innovative Environment 38:19 - Mechatronics Concept 43:33 - Emiratization 51:11 - The Art of Listening 01:03:58 - Innovation and Problem-Solving 01:10:40 - Habits of Conscious Listening 01:14:18 - Rasso's Life Outside of Career 01:18:48 - Spiritual Aspect of Innovation 01:22:34 - Closing Words Follow us on Youtube - https://youtu.be/yiH6aqumVk4 Follow us on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/arsalan.alhashimi/

    1h 23m
  5. 04/01/2024

    Leading through Pivots: Meiraj Hussain on Leadership and Parenting

    This week, we’re joined by Meiraj Hussain, Head of Corporate Support at Al Masaood Group. We discuss the importance of following your intuition and how to pivot your life. Join us as we explore career changes, tips on marketing yourself properly to get the position you want, and the power of selfless leadership. Also, Meiraj opens up about fatherhood and conscious parenting of his 3 children. Lastly, Arsalan asked Meiraj to share his professional opinion on what makes an ideal leader and what their beliefs and values are. Find out all the answers and gain more insights into leadership, pivoting your life, conscious parenting, and more. Tune in now! Connect with us: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/arsalan.alhashimi/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/arsalanalhashimi/ Website:https://stresstojoy.co/  Connect with Meiraj:  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rajhussainprofile/  Follow Mustafa on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/downrightunique/ Timestamps: 00:00 - Introduction 04:13 - Meiraj’s journey to Dubai 08:15 - Moving to a bigger city and switching careers 10:55 - Finding passion and purpose in work 13:41 - Normalizing switching careers 16:55 - Attracting young Emiratis to work for the private sector 20:04 - Advice for someone who wants to pivot and change 22:17 - How to market yourself properly 25:11 - Selfless leadership 29:31 - Meiraj’s personal journey 34:48 - Conscious parenting 39:33 - Meiraj’s advice to fathers 46:53 - Parenting a special needs child 52:18 - Being an ultra-modern leader 55:05 - Transitioning from a doer to a leader 1:03:25 - Future plans for Meiraj 1:08:20 - Spreading corporate values 1:18:05 - What is an ideal leader 1:21:36 - Closing words Follow us on Youtube - https://youtu.be/yiH6aqumVk4 Follow us on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/arsalan.alhashimi/

    1h 23m

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We're launching a new Podcast called "Stress to Joy" with me, Arsalan Al Hashimi, as the host. In the United Arab Emirates, where I live and work for decades past, I've got to meet fascinating people who have persevered through amazing struggles and obstacles. And today I'm bringing them on the podcast to share their story with the world. In and through these conversations with the people that bring on the podcast, I'm aiming to highlight how important it to is to be aware that you create your own reality, and how your subconscious conditioning has brought you to where you are in presently in life. Living a life of joy is a lifestyle commitment. It's requires you to work on your own self day in and day out. And the reward is a purposeful life and a lasting feeling of fulfillment.These are deep and engaging conversations, and I'm sure you'll be able to connect with the guests and takeaway information that you can apply into your own life. Enjoy!