
Dream, Girl
Hi, I am Dr. Sheen Gurrib and I want to play my part in supporting the next generation of empowered women. I'm lucky to have fascinating conversations with very inspiring and insightful female friends and family from around the world. So, on my podcast, I'm sharing these conversation with you. Join me every week as I chat to one of these wonderful women about their journey, their career choice and being a kick-ass woman in general!
Latest episodes

Dec 9, 2024 • 56min
Unleash Your Feminine Energy And Transform Your Life | Raghida Shaman
We bring back Raghida in this episode. We have such a good catch up on life, but also dive deeper into how to find your true calling and live a life of purpose and passion. We discuss the new age, with everyone being hyper connected but lonely, and the pressure of conforming vs the power of the natural beauty. We also talk about gratitude and the meaning of 11:11. Tune in! 00:00:00 Introduction00:06:12 Finding Your True Calling00:12:01 Understanding the Mismatch in Relationships 00:18:04 The Perception of Natural Beauty in Society 00:24:16 Discovering the Inner Feminine and Masculine00:30:34 The Power of Gratitude and Prayer 00:43:20 Embracing Physical Beauty and Spiritual Wealth00:49:41 The Journey from the Mind to the Heart 00:55:34 Embracing Authenticity in ConversationsFind out more about Raghida here: https://raghida.com/https://www.instagram.com/raghida_shaman🎬 Thank you to Poddster for their beautiful studio and team where this episode was recorded: https://dubai.poddster.com/ 🎵 Where I get my Music -https://www.epidemicsound.com/referral/uot8qa/💌 Come and say hi to me: https://www.instagram.com/sheengurrib🌍 Watch my TEDx talk - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yl-mqB1_1co📝 My blog and website - https://www.sheengurrib.com/blogsWho am I:I am Dr. Sheen Gurrib and I want to play my part in supporting the next generation of empowered women. I am an entrepreneur, ex-strategy consultant, adjunct lecturer and content creator and the first Mauritian girl to have gone to both Oxford and Cambridge universities.

Dec 2, 2024 • 54min
South Asian Representation: From Bullying to Being Trendy | Akash Mehta
Welcome Akash Mehta! A wonderful friend, internet sensation and one of the founders of Fable and Mane. He shares a lot of useful tips for founders in the early days of their entrepreneurial journey and we discuss the importance of representation! We also talked about the South Asian culture, the acceptance we have witnessed in the world. Akash also shares some great advice on how to let things go and how to build connections wherever you go, to make the world a slightly better place. Tune in! More about Akash here:https://www.instagram.com/mehta_a/?hl=enhttps://fableandmane.com/🎬 Thank you to Poddster for their beautiful studio and team where this episode was recorded: https://dubai.poddster.com/ 🎵 Where I get my Music -https://www.epidemicsound.com/referral/uot8qa/💌 Come and say hi to me: https://www.instagram.com/sheengurrib🌍 Watch my TEDx talk - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yl-mqB1_1co📝 My blog and website - https://www.sheengurrib.com/blogsWho am I:I am Dr. Sheen Gurrib and I want to play my part in supporting the next generation of empowered women. I am an entrepreneur, ex-strategy consultant, adjunct lecturer and content creator and the first Mauritian girl to have gone to both Oxford and Cambridge universities.

Nov 18, 2024 • 52min
Tools for Managing Your Stress & Anxiety with the Stress Expert Alice Law
We are all stressed! In this episode, I sit down with the stress expert Alice Law! Her new book is out with Mo Gawdat and we discuss how our external lives stress us out, why we glorify being busy and how we don't appreciate the impact our first thought of the day has on our quality of life! I personally learnt so much about how to manage my stress, I am sure you will too. Tune in! Chapters:00:00:00 Introduction to our Guest00:05:56 Alice's Personal Journey with Stress00:11:37 Managing Stress in a Hyperconnected World00:17:10 Understanding the Sources of Stress 00:22:32 Overcoming Negativity Bias on Social Media 00:28:44 The Myth of Productivity Under Stress 00:34:21 Cultural Changes in Mental Health Awareness 00:40:26 Gender Differences in Emotional Development 00:46:10 Strategies for Managing Stress 00:52:00 Conclusion and Parting MessageCheck out Alice's new book Unstressable and her community:https://www.unstressable.com/🎬 Thank you to Poddster for their beautiful studio and team where this episode was recorded: https://dubai.poddster.com/ 🎵 Where I get my Music -https://www.epidemicsound.com/referral/uot8qa/💌 Come and say hi to me: https://www.instagram.com/sheengurrib🌍 Watch my TEDx talk - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yl-mqB1_1co📝 My blog and website - https://www.sheengurrib.com/blogsWho am I:I am Dr. Sheen Gurrib and I want to play my part in supporting the next generation of empowered women. I am an entrepreneur, ex-strategy consultant, adjunct lecturer and content creator and the first Mauritian girl to have gone to both Oxford and Cambridge universities.

Nov 4, 2024 • 53min
From Poverty To Fame: The Story of Overcoming Adversity | Chanel Ayan
In this episode, we have the incredible Chanel Ayan. You might know her as the feisty character from Real Housewives of Dubai but on this episode we had a very unique chat. Ayan opened up about her difficult childhood, educated us all about female genital mutilation (FGM) as a survivor herself, and we talked about embracing success while balancing family responsibilities. I loved this conversation, and I am sure you will too, tune in! 00:00:00 Introduction 00:06:08 Overcoming Childhood Adversity: From Border Village to City Life 00:12:00 Breaking the Silence on Childhood Trauma00:17:35 Cultural Expectations and Marriage Traditions00:23:19 Embracing Individuality and Self-Worth in the Fashion Industry00:29:05 Balancing Fame and Friendship 00:35:08 The Joy of Giving and Family Responsibilities 00:40:53 Reality TV Drama: Behind the Scenes00:46:51 Embracing Life and Self-Confidence More about Ayan:https://www.instagram.com/chanelayan/?hl=enhttps://ayanbeauty.com/Learn more about FGM:https://www.who.int/news-room/fact-sheets/detail/female-genital-mutilationLearn more about our yellow mugs from PEN:https://www.professionellenetwork.com/🎬 Thank you to Poddster for their beautiful studio and team where this episode was recorded: https://dubai.poddster.com/ 🎵 Where I get my Music -https://www.epidemicsound.com/referral/uot8qa/💌 Come and say hi to me: https://www.instagram.com/sheengurrib🌍 Watch my TEDx talk - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yl-mqB1_1co📝 My blog and website - https://www.sheengurrib.com/blogsWho am I:I am Dr. Sheen Gurrib and I want to play my part in supporting the next generation of empowered women. I am an entrepreneur, ex-strategy consultant, adjunct lecturer and content creator and the first Mauritian girl to have gone to both Oxford and Cambridge universities.

Oct 28, 2024 • 1h 1min
Unlocking Your Confidence And Finding Your Voice with Nimi Mehta
This is a super cool episode with Nimi Mehta! We have such a good chat about everything (we take a lot of wild detours), but mostly about finding your inner voice, how to build your confidence and most importantly how own journey from people pleaser to becoming assertive. Nimi is a whole vibe! Tune in! 00:00:00 Introduction00:06:58 Career Change: Overcoming Fear and Embracing Courage00:13:41 Exploring Confidence: Introverts vs. Extroverts 00:20:19 Balancing Quiet Confidence and Professional Recognition00:27:05 Approaching Celebrity Interviews 00:33:45 Building Authentic Interview Connections00:40:16 Identifying Your True Voice Amidst Cultural Conditioning00:46:58 Evaluating Your Inner Circle: Identifying Positive and Negative Influences00:53:50 The Power of Parental Words in Shaping Confidence01:00:41 Sharing Light and Gratitude🎬 Thank you to Poddster for their beautiful studio and team where this episode was recorded and you can use my code for a discount SGDREAMGIRL10: https://dubai.poddster.com/ 🎵 Where I get my Music -https://www.epidemicsound.com/referral/uot8qa/💌 Come and say hi to me: https://www.instagram.com/sheengurrib🌍 Watch my TEDx talk - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yl-mqB1_1co📝 My website - https://www.sheengurrib.com/Who am I:I am Dr. Sheen Gurrib and I want to play my part in supporting the next generation of empowered women. I am an entrepreneur, ex-strategy consultant, adjunct lecturer and content creator and the first Mauritian girl to have gone to both Oxford and Cambridge universities.

Oct 21, 2024 • 51min
Don't Know Where To Start With Investing? This Episode's For You.
In this episode we welcome Raafi from Fasset! We have a very good discussion about the relevance of a degree nowadays, and we deep dive into women's financial independence. We also talk about the reality of being an entrepreneur and finding yourself and your passion. I also get a brief intro to the world of digital assets and crypto! Tune in! More about Fasset here:https://fasset.io/https://www.linkedin.com/in/raafihossain/ @fassetofficial @IOWN.official Here are the chapters:00:00:00 Investment Strategies 00:06:04 The Importance of Networking at University 00:11:25 The Evolution of Spending and Mindset in the Global South 00:17:01 Women and Financial Security Strategies00:22:41 Navigating Investment Apps: Trust and Convenience00:28:09 Ethical Finance and Fairness00:33:53 Blockchain's Potential and Challenges 00:39:47 Islamic Heritage and the Silk Road Connection in Dubai00:45:23 Financial Advice: Starting Smart in Investments 00:51:03 Conclusion and Farewell Remarks🎬 Thank you to Poddster for their beautiful studio and team where this episode was recorded: https://dubai.poddster.com/ 🎵 Where I get my Music -https://www.epidemicsound.com/referral/uot8qa/💌 Come and say hi to me: https://www.instagram.com/sheengurrib🌍 Watch my TEDx talk - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yl-mqB1_1co📝 My blog and website - https://www.sheengurrib.com/blogsWho am I:I am Dr. Sheen Gurrib and I want to play my part in supporting the next generation of empowered women. I am an entrepreneur, ex-strategy consultant, adjunct lecturer and content creator and the first Mauritian girl to have gone to both Oxford and Cambridge universities.

Oct 16, 2024 • 1h 4min
Intellectual and Financial Dynamics in Romantic Relationships | Sarah Alagroobi
In this final episode of our mini series by Muzz, I welcome the amazing Sarah Alagroobi! We have such a good chat about cultural perspectives on relationships, the importance of financial independence in a marriage and how to find love in transient spaces. Tune in! Here are the chapters:00:00:00 Introduction00:07:06 Cultural Perspectives on Relationships 00:14:12 Men and Female Financial Independence00:21:16 Navigating Masculine and Feminine Energies00:28:00 Finding Faith Amidst Global Challenges 00:35:00 Understanding Attraction Dynamics and Intellectual Competition 00:42:12 The Complexity of Modern Dating Dynamics00:49:14 Finding Love in a Transient Space 00:56:50 Recognizing Relationship Red Flags01:03:16 Encouragement for Young ViewersThank you to our sponsor, Muzz which is the leading Muslim marriage app. Muzz brings together more than 500 happy Muslim couples daily. If you are also looking to meet your future spouse islamically, securely and safely, consider downloading the app here: https://go.muzz.com/signup 🎬 Thank you to Poddster for their beautiful studio and team where this episode was recorded: https://dubai.poddster.com/ 💌 Come and say hi to me: https://www.instagram.com/sheengurrib🌍 Watch my TEDx talk - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yl-mqB1_1co📝 My website - https://www.sheengurrib.com/Who am I:I am Dr. Sheen Gurrib and I want to play my part in supporting the next generation of empowered women. I am an entrepreneur, ex-strategy consultant, adjunct lecturer and content creator and the first Mauritian girl to have gone to both Oxford and Cambridge universities.

Oct 7, 2024 • 47min
Why You Should Get Married When You Are Young | Dr Amina Yonis
In this special series, brought to you by Muzz, I welcome my very cool friend @DrAminaYonis Amina shared her love story, how she decided he was the one and we discussed if there is a right age to get married. Amina also talked about balancing life as a mother of 2, wife, business owner and content creator. Tune in! Thank you to our sponsor, Muzz which is the leading Muslim marriage app. Muzz brings together more than 500 happy Muslim couples daily. If you are also looking to meet your future spouse islamically, securely and safely, consider downloading the app here: https://go.muzz.com/signup 🎬 Thank you to Poddster for their beautiful studio and team where this episode was recorded: https://dubai.poddster.com/ 💌 Come and say hi to me: https://www.instagram.com/sheengurrib🌍 Watch my TEDx talk - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yl-mqB1_1co📝 My website - https://www.sheengurrib.com/Who am I:I am Dr. Sheen Gurrib and I want to play my part in supporting the next generation of empowered women. I am an entrepreneur, ex-strategy consultant, adjunct lecturer and content creator and the first Mauritian girl to have gone to both Oxford and Cambridge universities.

Sep 30, 2024 • 49min
God's Plan, War on Manhood & The Reality of Feminism - Layla K. Saleh
In this episode, brought to you by Muzz, we welcome the incredible Layla K. Saleh. We talked about western feminism, finding the right partner as young Muslims and also the power of letting go and having complete faith! There were laughs but also tears, tune in to find out why! Thank you to our sponsor, Muzz which is the leading Muslim marriage app. Muzz brings together more than 500 happy Muslim couples daily. If you are also looking to meet your future spouse islamically, securely and safely, consider downloading the app here: https://go.muzz.com/signup 🎬 Thank you to Poddster for their beautiful studio and team where this episode was recorded: https://dubai.poddster.com/ 💌 Come and say hi to me: https://www.instagram.com/sheengurrib🌍 Watch my TEDx talk - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yl-mqB1_1co📝 My website - https://www.sheengurrib.com/Who am I:I am Dr. Sheen Gurrib and I want to play my part in supporting the next generation of empowered women. I am an entrepreneur, ex-strategy consultant, adjunct lecturer and content creator and the first Mauritian girl to have gone to both Oxford and Cambridge universities.

Sep 23, 2024 • 48min
Arranged Marriages, Beauty Standards and Fair Skin Obsession in South Asian Culture - Mahreen Munir
In this special series, brought to you by Muzz, I welcome my dear friend Mahreen Munir from Karak with Mahreen. We talked about how young people are finding their life partners, the digital divide and the impact of the South Asian culture on marriage these days. We also talked about the disparity between the expectations for men and women when it comes to arranged marriages. Tune in! Thank you to our sponsor, Muzz which is the leading Muslim marriage app. Muzz brings together more than 500 happy Muslim couples daily. If you are also looking to meet your future spouse islamically, securely and safely, consider downloading the app here: https://go.muzz.com/signup 🎬 Thank you to Poddster for their beautiful studio and team where this episode was recorded: https://dubai.poddster.com/ 💌 Come and say hi to me: https://www.instagram.com/sheengurrib🌍 Watch my TEDx talk - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yl-mqB1_1co📝 My website - https://www.sheengurrib.com/Who am I:I am Dr. Sheen Gurrib and I want to play my part in supporting the next generation of empowered women. I am an entrepreneur, ex-strategy consultant, adjunct lecturer and content creator and the first Mauritian girl to have gone to both Oxford and Cambridge universities.