35 Years Exposed : The Good, The Bad, The Brutal Truths, And The Necessary | Karen Wazen Ep 17

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Joining me today on the What They Don't Tell Us Podcast is Karen Wazen Bakhazi. Most of you know her as a global social media influencer and entrepreneur. I know her as my oldest and best friend of 35 years. On this episode we decided to unravel the past 35 years, exposing the good, the bad, the necessary, and the brutal truth of our individual journeys. We decided to film this episode as open and raw as possible, for the younger generation to listen in and remember that you’re not too old and it’s not too late. Your time will come. You have the capability to change and grow.
And most importantly, the universe has your back, your future will pan out as it should, at your own time and at your own pace.

0:00 Introduction
1:53 Looking Back: Recognizing our younger selves & key life milestones
5:08 Unpacking childhood memories & the paths we take
7:08 The power of honesty in friendships & its role in growth
10:39 Navigating confrontation, attracting the right people, & setting boundaries
21:17 Academic struggles: overcoming & pursuing self-improvement
22:35 Growing from toxic relationships: lessons learned
26:54 Early career hurdles & the journey to independence
29:03 Family vs. traditional careers: navigating influences
32:04 Building supportive relationships & fostering mutual growth
35:28 The impact of surrounding yourself with inspiring individuals
37:18 Entrepreneurship, privilege, & the reality of starting out
40:14 Striking a balance: career ambitions & healthy living
41:48 Prioritising health & fitness in a busy life
44:03 Self-identity & the challenges of adulting
48:45 Financial responsibility & defining what success means
53:02 Marriage perspectives & shifting social media habits
1:01:30 Personal growth: embracing life's journey
1:05:10 Finding Beauty in Life's Phases & Insights from therapy
1:11:24 Practising gratitude, prayer, & setting boundaries
1:18:27 The emotional toll of Lebanon's instability & vulnerability online
1:22:07 Embracing authenticity & self-acceptance
1:26:00 Advice to our younger selves & key relationship lessons
1:31:07 Belief, overcoming doubts, & future goals
1:37:19 Shifting perspectives on social media & spreading joy
1:39:23 The challenges of success & facing the reality of hard work
1:44:16 Asking for what You want & seizing every opportunity


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