logo
episode-header-image
Feb 2023
57m 16s

E11: CANCELLED! Hating my Blackness, Hea...

Tarek Ali
About this episode

Send us a Text Message.

In one of his most transparent episodes to date, Tarek revisits the traumatic events that led him to uncover his own self-hatred and the harm it was causing to others. From vulnerable conversations with his best friends that went left, to colorist tweets from grade school that resurfaced online in 2020, he shares how all of these experiences were just stepping stones to him learning how to love himself more. Aside from his powerful storytelling, this episode will provide you with the tools to help you reflect on your own (hidden) beliefs that may be keeping you from loving yourself to the fullest. 

Support the Show.

Up next
Feb 2024
E16: Whole lotta SEX — Healing Body Trauma, Sexual Agency, & Growing Beyond Judgement
Send us a Text Message.The labyrinth of personal healing is often clouded with the shame and secrecy of our deepest struggles. Embark with me, Tarek Ali, as I traverse the raw and intimate pathways of my own self-discovery, laying bare the battles with anxiety and the transformat ... Show More
1h 11m
Nov 2023
E15: BOTTLED UP: Anger, Pain, & Sadness — Finding Closure (Alone), Letting Go, & Moving On
Send us a Text Message.Several years after being betrayed by the people she trusted the most, Johnell joins Tarek to share her story no one else has ever made space for. From her partner to her best friends, the people she thought would always be there seemed to turn their back o ... Show More
1h 22m
Oct 2023
E14: VOICES: is that ME? Anxiety? or GOD? — Identifying & Managing the Different Voices in Your Head & Spirit.
Send us a Text Message.In this episode, Tarek provides a perspective shift for the different voices that live in your head. The voice that tells you that you aren't good enough, to the voice that tells you to go after that dream, to the voice that tells you it'll never ... Show More
21m 15s
Recommended Episodes
Nov 2023
"I Was Almost a School Shooter." Aaron Stark's Journey to Hope | What’s Underneath: Masculinity
In a surprisingly uplifting discussion, mental health and gun control advocate Aaron Stark shares his harrowing journey from a childhood marred by extreme abuse and instability to the brink of becoming a school shooter. Stark's candid narrative begins with his early years, domina ... Show More
1h 7m
May 2023
Transforming Behavior and Cultivating Healthy Habits [MASTERCLASS] EP 1444
The Summit of Greatness is back! Buy your tickets today – summitofgreatness.comIn this powerful Masterclass episode, a group of exceptional individuals come together to share their wisdom and daily practices that foster personal growth and self-improvement. Through their expertis ... Show More
1h 2m
Jun 2023
Karamo Brown on Finding Self-Love, Living Out Loud & Unlocking Your Authentic Self EP 1457
The Summit of Greatness is back! Buy your tickets today – summitofgreatness.comKaramo Brown, the renowned television host, Queer Eye Culture Expert, reality television personality, author, actor, and activist, has had a remarkable journey of personal transformation and advocacy. ... Show More
1h 16m
May 2024
Trauma Specialist: Overcome the Cycle of Your Shame by Healing Trauma & Learning to Love Yourself!
Welcome back to The School of Greatness! Today, we're joined by Dr. Frank Anderson, a leading trauma expert and psychiatrist. Dr. Anderson opens up about his challenging journey, growing up in a traditional Italian American family that was both intensely loving and painfully unac ... Show More
1h 48m
Jan 2021
David Duchovny: Some lessons take years to sink in
Before his rise to fame, David Duchovny is a popular kid – charming, funny, bright and athletic, beloved by friends and teachers alike. But there’s one teacher who puts David off-balance, calling him out for foolishness where others see charm. Years after graduation, struggling t ... Show More
32m 11s
Aug 2023
Osher Günsberg Is Back After The (Psychotic) Break
Even in the darkest moments, there exists the potential for redemption, rebuilding, and the reclamation of one’s life. Today’s guest is a living embodiment of this truth. Meet Osher Günsberg—one of the most celebrated television hosts and media personalities in Australia. Longtim ... Show More
2h 14m
Aug 2023
#561: Forgiving Yourself and Loving the Past You
Self-forgiveness is the start of freedom. If you're hard on yourself, and tend to beat yourself up for past mistakes or unhealthy habits, this episode is for you. Learning how to nurture a narrative of grace and compassion will open you to a powerful growth mindset and free you f ... Show More
33m 48s
Dec 2021
The Science of Building Confidence & Self Esteem w/Harvard Psychologist Amy Cuddy EP 1198
Today’s guest is Amy Cuddy. She’s a social psychologist, award-winning Harvard lecturer, expert on the behavioral science of power, presence, and prejudice and best-selling author of the book Presence: Bringing Your Boldest Self to Your Biggest Challenges.In this episode we disc ... Show More
1h 46m
Nov 2022
TMHS 635: Why Improving Mental Health Is The Key To Solving Our World’s Biggest Conflicts - With Zachary Levi
Developing healthy habits and routines often comes down to self-love. Because when you truly care for yourself, it’s often reflected in the way you eat, move, sleep, and think. Today’s guest, Zachary Levi, is here to share his personal journey of learning to accept himself, heal ... Show More
1h 29m