Chatting With Slava The Jordanian

• Mental Health, Culture & Connection: Navigating Emotional Well-Being as Arab Immigrants

  Send us a textIn Episode #16 of Chatting with Slava the Jordanian, host Dr. Slava Abdelrehim invites listeners into a heartfelt and necessary conversation about mental well-being within the Arab immigrant experience. Joined by her cohost JD Yusef and special guest co-host  Dr. Ihab Abdelrehim, the trio dives into how emotional health is shaped—and often silenced—by cultural norms, spiritual foundations, and traditional belief systems.Together, they explore:How mental health was (or wasn’t) part of their upbringing.The tension between emotional vulnerability and cultural expectations.How spirituality and tribal connection often served as the unspoken support system in times of struggle.This episode opens the door to a conversation many have quietly held inside—what does healing look like when it’s filtered through heritage, honor, and faith? And how can today’s generation of Arab immigrants and their children begin to normalize seeking help, embracing emotions, and redefining strength?It’s real, it’s raw, and it’s rooted in community.How Entrepreneurs Made ItWe reverse‑engineer the origin stories of breakout brands—think Peloton, Airbnb, and moreListen on: Apple Podcasts SpotifySupport the showStay Connected and Join the Conversation! We want to hear from you! Connect with Dr. Slava Al-Nabulsi and be part of the Chatting with Slava the Jordanian community:📸 Follow Slava: @slava_como for personal insights, stories, and inspiration.💼 Support Empowerment: @jordanian.women.entrepreneurs – celebrating and uplifting ambitious women.🦷 Smile with Us: @greenwooddentalpartners – bringing bright smiles to every face. 👉 Engage with us by:💬 Sharing your thoughts on the episode in the comments or DMs.📲 Tagging us in your posts and stories.🔗 Sharing the podcast with your friends and family. Let’s grow, inspire, and empower together! 🌟 #ChattingWithSlava

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• From Brooklyn to Breakthroughs: Gisselle Alvarez on Culture, Motherhood, and the Power of Mindset

  Send us a textIn Episode 15 of Chatting with Slava the Jordanian, host Dr. Slava Abdelrehim sits down with Gisselle Alvarez, a certified phlebotomist, content creator, and proud first-generation Dominican American, to share a heartfelt journey of identity, migration, and personal evolution.Gisselle opens up about her family’s move from Brooklyn, NY to Lawrence, MA, and eventually to New Hampshire, weaving together a powerful narrative that explores the beauty and struggle of growing up between cultures. Now a wife and mother, Gisselle reflects on the emotional shifts and mindset changes that shaped the woman she has become — rooted in resilience, compassion, and generational hope.This episode isn’t just a personal story — it’s a mirror for anyone navigating the balance between cultural heritage and personal growth, especially in the immigrant and first-gen experience. Gisselle’s story reminds us that mindset is everything — and that healing, strength, and purpose can blossom in the most unexpected places.📲 Connect with Gisselle on TikTok: @gcooks_How Entrepreneurs Made ItWe reverse‑engineer the origin stories of breakout brands—think Peloton, Airbnb, and moreListen on: Apple Podcasts SpotifySupport the showStay Connected and Join the Conversation! We want to hear from you! Connect with Dr. Slava Al-Nabulsi and be part of the Chatting with Slava the Jordanian community:📸 Follow Slava: @slava_como for personal insights, stories, and inspiration.💼 Support Empowerment: @jordanian.women.entrepreneurs – celebrating and uplifting ambitious women.🦷 Smile with Us: @greenwooddentalpartners – bringing bright smiles to every face. 👉 Engage with us by:💬 Sharing your thoughts on the episode in the comments or DMs.📲 Tagging us in your posts and stories.🔗 Sharing the podcast with your friends and family. Let’s grow, inspire, and empower together! 🌟 #ChattingWithSlava

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• Navigating Higher Education as Arab American Immigrants

  Send us a textIn this insightful episode, Dr. Slava Abdelrehim hosts a powerful conversation with JD Yusef and Dr. Ihab, as they share their personal journeys through higher education as Arab American immigrants. Tune in to discover the practical tools and mindset shifts they utilized to manage stress and anxiety while overcoming social stigmas. Packed with heartfelt stories, candid reflections, and valuable advice, this discussion offers essential guidance for young Arab Americans considering the path to higher education.Join us to learn, grow, and be inspired by experiences that highlight resilience, determination, and the unlimited potential within every immigrant journey.How Entrepreneurs Made ItWe reverse‑engineer the origin stories of breakout brands—think Peloton, Airbnb, and moreListen on: Apple Podcasts SpotifySupport the showStay Connected and Join the Conversation! We want to hear from you! Connect with Dr. Slava Al-Nabulsi and be part of the Chatting with Slava the Jordanian community:📸 Follow Slava: @slava_como for personal insights, stories, and inspiration.💼 Support Empowerment: @jordanian.women.entrepreneurs – celebrating and uplifting ambitious women.🦷 Smile with Us: @greenwooddentalpartners – bringing bright smiles to every face. 👉 Engage with us by:💬 Sharing your thoughts on the episode in the comments or DMs.📲 Tagging us in your posts and stories.🔗 Sharing the podcast with your friends and family. Let’s grow, inspire, and empower together! 🌟 #ChattingWithSlava

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• "Legacy of Love: Honoring Um-Ihab, the Heart of an Immigrant’s Journey"

  Send us a textIn Episode 13 of Chatting with Slava the Jordanian, Dr. Slava Abdelrehim sits down with her husband, Dr. Ihab, to celebrate the life and legacy of his mother—an extraordinary Egyptian American female immigrant entrepreneur known affectionately as Um-Ihab or Tiny Ekram.Although she never completed high school, Um-Ihab possessed an intuitive wisdom and a radiant spirit that deeply impacted every young woman fortunate enough to know her. Dr. Slava describes her mother-in-law as her best friend and maternal mentor—an unwavering support system who helped her navigate the complexities of adjusting to a new culture and society as an immigrant herself.Her mindset was truly remarkable—rooted in positivity, resilience, and grace. Even in the darkest moments, she found the silver lining, and her uplifting presence brought light and laughter to all who knew her. Her love for cooking was not only a gift to the taste buds but a reflection of her nurturing soul, often using food as a way to bring people together and spread joy.Through warm stories and heartfelt memories, Dr. Slava and Dr. Ihab invite listeners into the essence of a woman who lived fully, loved deeply, and left behind a legacy of compassion, strength, and boundless optimism.This episode is more than a tribute—it is a love letter to a life well-lived and a reminder that our greatest impact often comes not from titles or degrees, but from the way we show up for others.Tune in to celebrate the spirit of Um-Ihab—whose influence lives on in every story shared, every tradition upheld, and every heart she touched.How Entrepreneurs Made ItWe reverse‑engineer the origin stories of breakout brands—think Peloton, Airbnb, and moreListen on: Apple Podcasts SpotifySupport the showStay Connected and Join the Conversation! We want to hear from you! Connect with Dr. Slava Al-Nabulsi and be part of the Chatting with Slava the Jordanian community:📸 Follow Slava: @slava_como for personal insights, stories, and inspiration.💼 Support Empowerment: @jordanian.women.entrepreneurs – celebrating and uplifting ambitious women.🦷 Smile with Us: @greenwooddentalpartners – bringing bright smiles to every face. 👉 Engage with us by:💬 Sharing your thoughts on the episode in the comments or DMs.📲 Tagging us in your posts and stories.🔗 Sharing the podcast with your friends and family. Let’s grow, inspire, and empower together! 🌟 #ChattingWithSlava

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• Discovering Palestinian Intellects: Dr. Maher Massis on Legacy, Education, and the Immigrant Mindset

  Send us a textPart of the Discovering Palestinian Intellects SeriesIn this powerful and thought-provoking episode of Chatting with Slava the Jordanian, Dr. Slava launches her special series “Discovering Palestinian Intellects” by welcoming the brilliant Dr. Maher Massis—a Palestinian-American scholar, entrepreneur, author, and advocate whose life story is as inspiring as his mission.Born in Dahran, Saudi Arabia to Palestinian diaspora parents, Dr. Massis shares the footsteps of his immigration journey—from high school to earning his Ph.D. in International Relations in the United States. He reflects on the strength and values passed down by his parents: a hardworking father who served in Aramco and taught English, and a devoted mother who nurtured their home with love and purpose.Dr. Slava and Dr. Maher engage in a rich conversation about the Palestinian legacy of education, their people’s unwavering commitment to self-determination, and what it means to be called “the world’s most educated refugees.” Together, they unpack the immigrant experience, share childhood stories, and highlight the mindset needed to survive and thrive in new lands without losing identity or hope.From publishing Poems for Palestine to advising national PACs and contributing to global publications, Dr. Maher Massis is not just preserving his heritage—he’s guiding the next generation toward possibility.This episode is a tribute to Palestinian resilience, intellect, and vision. Let’s amplify the voices that the world needs to hear.How Entrepreneurs Made ItWe reverse‑engineer the origin stories of breakout brands—think Peloton, Airbnb, and moreListen on: Apple Podcasts SpotifySupport the showStay Connected and Join the Conversation! We want to hear from you! Connect with Dr. Slava Al-Nabulsi and be part of the Chatting with Slava the Jordanian community:📸 Follow Slava: @slava_como for personal insights, stories, and inspiration.💼 Support Empowerment: @jordanian.women.entrepreneurs – celebrating and uplifting ambitious women.🦷 Smile with Us: @greenwooddentalpartners – bringing bright smiles to every face. 👉 Engage with us by:💬 Sharing your thoughts on the episode in the comments or DMs.📲 Tagging us in your posts and stories.🔗 Sharing the podcast with your friends and family. Let’s grow, inspire, and empower together! 🌟 #ChattingWithSlava

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