Joining me today for a deep dive into relationships, energy and spirituality is Dr. Sara Al Madani, a businesswoman and prominent Emirati figure. Al Madani began her journey to entrepreneurship at the young age of 15 and is now running over 9 companies across the spectrum of commerce, tech, marketing and more. A core driving force behind the monumental success has been her curiosity in spirituality—Sara has been able to recondition herself for a higher quality of life absent of limiting beliefs. In this episode, Sara walks us through her story and spiritual awakening, shedding light on the key lessons she's learnt over the years of her entrepreneurship.

00:00 Introduction
01:43 Emirati restrictions with media appearances & the UAE’s infrastructure
04:22 Sara’s upbringing in Ajman & the reality / benefits of life as an Emirati
08:32 University & a full-on company with 3 employees at 15: the beginnings of Sara’s entrepreneurial journey
12:12 Most common misconceptions surrounding Middle Eastern women
14:57 Why Sara transitioned from 20 years in fashion to investing all funds in tech business
18:02 “Influencership” – a distasteful title that has been ruined by wannabees
19:33 Sara’s PhD in business & women empowerment & previous experience in the government council
24:24 More women pursuing business & entrepreneurship
29:01 Masculine & feminine energy
32:33 Spiritual journeys: awakening, consciousness & the meaning of life
36:02 “We’re all being tested”: life’s purpose
38:42 Life after death & healing
44:02 Narcissism & the ego debate
49:33 “People are existing, not living”: how to heal yourself from trauma
55:02 Relationships: the sweetest way to love someone healing
1:00:11 Opening up & sharing emotions with your partner (communication)
1:03:22 The biggest lessons learnt from past relationships
1:11:20 Karma
1:14:34 Motivation for young men
1:16:12 Vibrations & heartbreak
1:18:12 “Love is the language of God”
1:24:02 Current business ventures & raising a son
1:27:45 Reality TV experience & future plans

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