Sense of Self with Dr. Aragam

29/05/2024

Our incredible season finale drops tonight at midnight! 🚨🙌🏾🎙️ Tune in to listen to the brilliant Dr. Seyi Akintorin. A dedicated physician at UCSF, where she combines her extensive medical expertise with a deep commitment to public health. A graduate of Tufts Medical School with a Master’s in Public Health focused on Health Policy from Harvard, she is currently advancing her skills in mental health by pursuing a Master’s in Counseling at Palo Alto University. When not engrossed in her medical and academic pursuits, Seyi finds joy in the company of her two beloved dogs, Adou and Lewa, and her wonderful husband, David. An avid lover of live music, Seyi also nurtures a passion for both indoor and outdoor gardening, painting, and floral arrangement, bringing creativity and care to everything she does.

23/05/2024

23/05/2024

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22/05/2024

New Episode 🚨 tonight at midnight! Episode 4: Ria. Tune in at the link in our bio, on our website, and everywhere you listen to podcasts and look out for more posts in the coming few days. 🫶🏾💜

16/05/2024

😭😭😭So glad the episode hit! is amazing! Thanks for the post and the kind words . Follow and for two Black women absolutely killing it in the film game.

16/05/2024

Join us as Cierra “Shooter” Glaude shares her story of resilience, moving from grief to growth, self-awareness in family dynamics, and setting boundaries with those closest to her, in the latest episode of the Sense of Self podcast. 🎙️🌟🌈

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16/05/2024

🎙️ Thank you for tuning in and sharing your love for our new podcast! Your enthusiasm for promoting mental wellness among women of color inspires us to keep creating meaningful content. We are feeling humbled and grateful. 🫶🏾

14/05/2024

New Episode Alert!! 🎙️✨ Episode: Cierra Glaude. Affectionately known as “Shooter,” Cierra is an accomplished director and filmmaker from Mobile, Alabama. She initiated her career under the guidance of Ava DuVernay, beginning with a role on the film *Selma*. Cierra’s passion for filmmaking ignited during her tenure at the University of Alabama, where she was instrumental in launching the Black Warrior Film Festival, an experience that paved her path to meeting DuVernay.

Her directorial journey includes contributions to the television series *Queen Sugar*, where she evolved from a production assistant to a director. Cierra’s directorial acumen extends to other notable TV series such as *Power Book IV*, *BMF*, *Riverdale*, and several others. Her work is marked by a commitment to diverse representation, particularly for people of color, women, and the LGBTQ community. She directed the poignant short film *Last Looks*, which was showcased at the Urbanworld Film Festival and later featured in Issa Rae’s “ ” series on YouTube.

Cierra’s approach to filmmaking is deeply communal and collaborative, often emphasizing the importance of creating films with friends and nurturing relationships on set. She believes in a servant spirit in directing, focusing on serving the story and those who help bring it to life. Her career is characterized by a strong work ethic, personal connection, and the joy of living her dream through each project she undertakes.
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13/05/2024

Our listening party was so much fun this weekend. Stay tuned for our conversation

13/05/2024

This is Team Sense of Self at our listening party. Lizzie Rose (producer), Andrew Coles (producer and founder and president of The Mission Entertainment), Dr. Gowri Aragam (creator, host, producer, psychiatrist), Allison Keeley (story producer). Thanks for being here and joining us on our pilot season. We’re still figuring it out and we value your feedback so please have a listen and get in touch. We’re looking for partnerships of all kinds to make a second season and would love to hear from anyone inspired or excited about getting involved.

13/05/2024

The beautiful set up and the calm before the Listening Party at . Thanks to

13/05/2024

Our inspiring friend, actor, writer, director—Adrienne Rose White—taking in an episode under the stairs at 😎🎧✨😭

09/05/2024

Listen to on Episode 2: Joy. In our bio! Your brain will thank you 😊 💜

07/05/2024

Episode 2: Joy comes out at midnight tonight!

05/05/2024

Link in bio and story. Listen and subscribe!

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/sense-of-self/id1742905024

02/05/2024

I remember talking to my 10-year-old self and holding her hand and saying, “I’m here for you. I got you. You’re safe with me.”

I think she was afraid, diminished. And there was this…this inner light that really wanted to shine and never really had the permission to, except…when I was competing.

I think now she’s just like this bright little hopeful, curious being who just wants to shine her light.”

- Akemi Look 💜💜💜

02/05/2024

“One of the things that I really loved about some of the healing work that I was able to do was—there was a moment in time where I remember talking to my 10-year-old self and holding her hand and saying, “I’m here for you. I got you. You’re safe with me.” I think she was afraid, diminished. And there was this…this inner light that really wanted to shine and never really had the permission to, except…when I was competing. I think now she’s just like this bright little hopeful, curious being who just wants to shine her light.” - 💜💜💜

02/05/2024

This is season one 🙌🏾

01/05/2024

First Episode Alert! 🎙️

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/sense-of-self/id1742905024

Hey everyone! I’m excited to share the first episode of Sense of Self with you all. In this episode, we have the privilege of featuring the incredible journey of Akemi Look, an actor, producer, and writer based in Los Angeles.

Akemi is of Japanese and Chinese descent and an advocate for survivors of sexual abuse. She is a former member of the USA National Team in Rhythmic Gymnastics. Akemi’s story is one of resilience, healing, and self-discovery, and here are some takeaways from our conversation:

Finding Your Voice: Akemi shared how she discovered her voice during a press conference, expressing deep grief and rage. This moment was transformative, but it was also followed by a tragic accident that silenced her physically.

Healing and Self-Reflection: Akemi’s journey of healing involved facing her past traumas, including childhood sexual abuse. Through therapy, self-reflection, and intentional healing practices, she was able to process her pain and reclaim her sense of self-worth. This highlights the importance of taking the time to heal and prioritize our mental and emotional well-being.

Support and Resilience: Throughout her journey, Akemi found support from close friends, her husband, and even her family, who eventually came around to understanding and supporting her. This underscores the importance of having a strong support system and the resilience to keep moving forward, even in the face of challenges.

I hope you tune in to this episode to hear Akemi’s inspiring story and gain valuable insights into the power of healing, self-discovery, and resilience. You can listen to the full episode on our website.

Thank you for being a part of the Sense of Self community, and I look forward to sharing more stories of empowerment and growth with you all. Stay tuned for the next episode coming up next week! 🌟
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01/05/2024

First Episode Alert! 🎙️

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/sense-of-self/id1742905024

Hey everyone! I'm excited to share the first episode of Sense of Self with you all. In this episode, we have the privilege of featuring the incredible journey of Akemi Look, an actor, producer, and writer based in Los Angeles.

Akemi is of Japanese and Chinese descent and an advocate for survivors of sexual abuse. She is a former member of the USA National Team in Rhythmic Gymnastics. Akemi's story is one of resilience, healing, and self-discovery, and here are some takeaways from our conversation:

Finding Your Voice: Akemi shared how she discovered her voice during a press conference, expressing deep grief and rage. This moment was transformative, but it was also followed by a tragic accident that silenced her physically.

Healing and Self-Reflection: Akemi's journey of healing involved facing her past traumas, including childhood sexual abuse. Through therapy, self-reflection, and intentional healing practices, she was able to process her pain and reclaim her sense of self-worth. This highlights the importance of taking the time to heal and prioritize our mental and emotional well-being.

Support and Resilience: Throughout her journey, Akemi found support from close friends, her husband, and even her family, who eventually came around to understanding and supporting her. This underscores the importance of having a strong support system and the resilience to keep moving forward, even in the face of challenges.

I hope you tune in to this episode to hear Akemi's inspiring story and gain valuable insights into the power of healing, self-discovery, and resilience. You can listen to the full episode on our website.

Thank you for being a part of the Sense of Self community, and I look forward to sharing more stories of empowerment and growth with you all. Stay tuned for the next episode coming up next week! 🌟

01/05/2024

Get to know our host!

Dr. Gowri Aragam is a rising voice in the field of psychiatry, dedicated to exploring the intersection of identity, self-narrative, and mental well-being. As a young Indian-American woman, a psychiatrist, and a new mother she understands the complexities of navigating multiple worlds and the profound impact this can have on one's sense of self.

Growing up, Dr. Aragam witnessed firsthand the harsh limitations and judgments imposed on South Asian women by the men around them and it ignited a passion within her to uplift and empower women through compassionate, culturally attuned mental health care.
As co-founder of the Stanford Brainstorm Lab for Mental Health Innovation, the world's first academic lab dedicated to collaborative mental health tech innovation, Dr. Aragam was at the forefront of developing person-centered digital solutions. Her team worked closely with companies like Pinterest to create the "compassionate search" feature, providing anxiety, depression, and self-harm resources to users in 23 countries.

Dr. Aragam's mission extends beyond innovation—she strives to make every patient and person feel truly seen and understood. Whether in her clinical work, tech collaborations, or emerging media ventures, she remains dedicated to amplifying diverse voices and shattering stigmas that have long silenced people, especially women of color.

Currently an Assistant Professor of Psychiatry at UCSF, Dr. Aragam brings her empathetic, trailblazing spirit to the Women's Health Center and Primary Care. Her unique background, honed through a fellowship in consultation-liaison psychiatry at UCSF and residency at Mass General Hospital/McLean, allows her to provide holistic, innovative care that honors each woman's lived experience.
In her latest venture, Dr. Aragam invites listeners to embark on a transformative journey of self-discovery, validation, and empowerment. Her aspiration is that "Sense of Self" becomes a catalyst for individual and community change and encourages people to embrace their authentic selves unapologetically.
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01/05/2024

Check out our website in our bio for even more information, to listen and subscribe, and for mental health resources.

30/04/2024

Sense of Self officially launches at midnight. Here’s more about who we are, what we’re doing, and why. Thanks for being here.