The School of Greatness

557 Courageous Vulnerability and Loving Yourself with Najwa Zebian

Nov 1, 2017

Najwa Zebian, a Lebanese-Canadian author and poet, shares her heartfelt journey through vulnerability, self-love, and cultural identity. She discusses the power of empathy and authentic connections, highlighting the importance of understanding one's own emotions. Najwa reflects on her transition from Lebanon to Canada and the challenges of belonging, emphasizing self-worth amidst life's trials. She encourages embracing vulnerability to foster deeper relationships and personal growth, inspiring listeners to pursue unconditional self-acceptance.

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Quick takeaways

Najwa Zebian emphasizes the importance of finding a sense of home within oneself rather than relying on external relationships for validation.

The podcast highlights vulnerability as a key component of healing and building authentic connections, encouraging individuals to embrace their true selves.

Najwa advocates for self-liberation through prioritizing personal passions over societal expectations to foster inner growth and authenticity.

Deep dives

The Pain of Belonging

The podcast delves into the complex emotions surrounding the need for belonging and how it can lead to significant pain. Najwa Zabian shares her experiences of feeling isolated and invisible after moving to Canada at a young age, where she struggled to connect with peers and fit in. This overwhelming sense of not belonging was compounded by past bullying experiences, which left her searching for a sense of home and acceptance. Ultimately, she emphasizes that this pursuit can create deep emotional wounds if one becomes anchored to the idea of belongingness in external relationships.

Intro

6min

Navigating Belonging and Identity

17min

Navigating the Challenges of Pain and Resilience

5min

Navigating Self-Liberation and Identity

16min

The Power of Empathy and Authentic Connection

3min

Embracing Vulnerability: The Path to Authentic Connection

16min

Embracing Authenticity and Self-Acceptance

6min

"THESE MOUNTAINS THAT YOU ARE CARRYING YOU ARE ONLY SUPPOSED TO CLIMB." - NAJWA ZEBIAN
I started noticing Najwa's Instagram posts for months before I met her.
Her voice and thoughts were so compelling, I felt like she was speaking the exact feelings of my heart.
When I met her in Toronto to interview her, it was like meeting family.
Najwa may have a completely different background than me, growing up in Lebanon and Canada as a Muslim woman, but she is so relateable that literally hundreds of thousands of people read her posts every day.
I loved getting to know her story so much, I invited her to speak at the Summit of Greatness this year.

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