Never Fully Understood

Hi beautiful people! On today’s episode, we delve deeper into the life of Cobi-Jane Akinrele and how she moved down to the Northern Part of Nigeria alone and started growing her empire. She is a smart, resilient, and hard-working woman. On today’s episode, we speak on well-being, self-care, and the importance of eating right. She also gives us the opportunity to learn about her brand, the clean fonio they produce, and also tea blends. As a company that prioritizes ethical practices, you know you’ll learn a lot from them. This episode is going to be your sign to do that one thing you’ve always been too afraid to do. Check out Ake Collective: https://www.instagram.com/akecollective?igsh=MXEwOWVrNzMwcmJ2dg== Check out NFU on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/neverfullyunderstood_?igsh=MWs3dmJ2aHlpZHJwZQ==

Navigating Ramadan in a busy world and the power of making dua w/ Halima Muhammad Halima Muhammad brought a unique perspective to our podcast, delving into the navigating Ramadan in a fast-paced world. Her discussion on the power of making dua resonated deeply, offering valuable insights on how to connect with Allah in the midst of our busy lives. Her words truly did justice to the topic, guiding us on our spiritual journey during the blessed month of Ramadan. I think you’ll find this episode really helpful. Enjoy! 😊🎙️ Follow Halima on IG: https://www.instagram.com/haleema_ms?igsh=MThvNHF2eHk2a2toYw%3D%3D&utm_source=qr Follow us on ig: https://www.instagram.com/neverfullyunderstood_?igsh=MWs3dmJ2aHlpZHJwZQ==

** TRIGGER WARMING: RAPE** Hello guys, on today’s episode two sisters shared their incredible story with us. I’m really proud of them for having the courage to share, I can only imagine what it was like for them, reliving the whole experience. Please make dua for them especially in this holy month. Here are the instagram account and phone numbers of all the brands mentioned in today’s episode: https://www.instagram.com/wear.khayr?igsh=Mmp6emc1dTQxZ2U0 (wear.khayr) https://www.instagram.com/alif_baa_qalb_kitabiyyah1?igsh=MTI2emt2b3Ywa2g4aw== (09043466755, alif_baa_qalb_kitabiyyah1) https://www.instagram.com/shop.meenamoh?igsh=azFzYmFnYXdnZGVp (Shop.meenamoh) Please check them out. Also, follow us on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/neverfullyunderstood_?igsh=MXJzbzl3aTNsZnByNw==

Samira is incredibly brave! Not only did she escape a toxic situation, but she's also sharing her story to help others. Her resilience is truly inspiring. In our society, it's crucial to raise awareness about emotional abuse and its detrimental effects. I genuinely hope that anyone going through this can find the strength to leave or make their partner understand the seriousness of the issue. By the way, Samira found some books that helped her gain perspective and made her leaving a little easier: * He’s not so good for you ~ Beth Wilson * When love hurts ~ Jill Cory and Karen McAndless-Davis Connect with Samira Mohammed on https://instagram.com/reclaimingsafety?igshid=MmVlMjlkMTBhMg== Follow us on instagram: https://instagram.com/neverfullyunderstood_?igshid=NzZhOTFlYzFmZQ==

*TRIGGER WARNING: SUICIDE* Meet Zara. She's this week's guest! On today's episode, she shares her mental health journey, diagnosis, and treatment. I'm amazed by her progress and determination. What I admire most is her openness and willingness to help others. This conversation could really benefit those who need it. Here's a list of some centers she recommends in Nigeria: The Olive Prime Azalea centre The oleaster Connect with Fatima on instagram: https://instagram.com/fatimahbamalli?igshid=MzMyNGUyNmU2YQ== Follow us on instagram: https://instagram.com/neverfullyunderstood_?igshid=NzZhOTFlYzFmZQ==

*TRIGGER WARNING: CHILD LOSS* On today’s episode we have the amazing filmmaker Nadine Ibrahim joining us. She shares her inspiring journey and how she overcame her losses. Nadine's honesty about her experience with miscarriage is truly powerful. It's important to have open conversations about this topic. I think you'll find this episode really meaningful. Enjoy! 😊🎙️ Connect with Nadine on instagram: https://instagram.com/nadineibrahimfilms?igshid=aTFsMWdnY3I3anQ4 Follow us on instagram: https://instagram.com/neverfullyunderstood_?igshid=NzZhOTFlYzFmZQ==

Ummi is a Radiotherapist at National hospital Radiotherapy Centre, and a Breast Imaging Specialist (Mammographer). She is a cancer awareness activist and does a lot of volunteering in order to beat breast cancer. On today’s episode Ummi enlightened us on breast cancer, its causes and how it could be prevented. Listen to this episode hear her story and learn about the impact she is making to her community. Connect with Ummi Musa Umar on instagram: https://instagram.com/ummiafrica?igshid=MzMyNGUyNmU2YQ== Follow us on instagram: https://instagram.com/neverfullyunderstood_?igshid=NzZhOTFlYzFmZQ==

On today’s episode we have the award winning author Fatima Bala we delve into the world of boundaries, how to maintain them, understand them and respect them. In a community we’re the lines between haram and halal are blurry in a relationship, Fatima tells us how to stay firm on our beliefs and not compromise our values. We hope you enjoy this episode and learn from it. To get Fatima’s books: https://instagram.com/spine_and_label?igshid=MzRlODBiNWFlZA== Follow Fatima Bala on Instagram: https://instagram.com/aka.fatima.bala?igshid=MzRlODBiNWFlZA== Follow Neverfullyunderstood: https://instagram.com/neverfullyunderstood_?igshid=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==

Hey there! We've got an incredible podcast episode lined up for you, diving deep into the world of body positivity, body image, and self-love. Join Hana and I as we explore she tell us her empowering self love journey, practical tips, and an inspiring conversations that will make you embrace your true beauty and cultivate a strong sense of self. Get ready to uplift your spirits and embrace the journey towards self-acceptance. You are beautiful, inside and out! Here are some of the books she recommended on Selflove if you’d love to check it out: - You are a Badass by Jen Sincero - Good Vibes, Good Life by Vex King - The Mountain is You by Brianna Wiest - The Subtle Art of not Giving a F**k by Mark Manson - Why Has Nobody Told Me This Before? By Dr Julie Smith - Emotional Intelligence by Daniel Goleman - The Four Agreements: A Practical Guide to Personal Freedom By Don Miguel Ruiz - Daring to Take Up Space by Daniell Koepke - The 5 Second Rule by Mel Robbins Find Hana on Instagram: https://instagram.com/hana_hasheem?igshid=MzRlODBiNWFlZA== Find us on Instagram: https://instagram.com/neverfullyunderstood_?igshid=NzZhOTFlYzFmZQ==

Hi guys, on today’s episode Halima speaks to us on her Motherhood journey. How exciting and stressful it has been. If you follow her on Instagram you know how real she has been about journey! I hope you learn a lot from this episode and enjoy it as much I did! She’s such a delight. Find Halima on Instagram: https://instagram.com/limakazaure?igshid=MzRlODBiNWFlZA== Follow Halima on Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@lifetsylewithlima?_t=8fw7FQD8l30&_r=1 Follow us on Instagram: https://instagram.com/neverfullyunderstood_?igshid=NzZhOTFlYzFmZQ==

Today’s episode helps us understand first born daughters, apparently it’s not easy (JK) Anyway, personally this episode has opened my eyes to being kinder and more considerate to my elder sisters. Halima did justice to this topic as the eldest sister to 7 siblings! I hope you enjoy this episode. About Halima: Halima comes from a diplomatic family who has called six countries home since 1992. Most recently graduated from UC with an MBA. As a journalist, She worked for organizations such as UNICEF, Japan and the World magazine, Youth Ki Awaaz, and more. Currently, she employed in the public sector in Australia. In March 2023, Halima published her first collection of essays and poems titled Emergence: A Collection of Unsaid Truths. She is an avid 90’s and 00’s rom-com lover. And enjoys spending time in the kitchen, reading, entertaining, travelling, watching interior design shows and with loved ones. She is a sister to 7 siblings and most recently a wife.  Get her book here: www.Halimabh.com or dm her. Find us on Instagram: https://instagram.com/neverfullyunderstood_?igshid=NzZhOTFlYzFmZQ== Find Halima on Instagram: https://instagram.com/unsaidtruth_?igshid=NzZhOTFlYzFmZQ==

God’s Plan vs Our Plan (How are you?) “God’s plan is always more beautiful than our desire”. Today's episode is all about embracing God's plan and finding peace in His ways. Sabeeha shares her inspiring journey towards contentment. And you're right, happiness, companionship, and friendship are truly precious. By the way, I'm doing great! How about you, my darlings?" Find Sabeeha on Instagram: https://instagram.com/soulunraveled?igshid=MzRlODBiNWFlZA== Find us on Instagram: https://instagram.com/neverfullyunderstood_?igshid=NzZhOTFlYzFmZQ==

Welcome Back!!! I am super excited to be back. Season two is here and we are all set for you! Are you ready and as excited as we are? Enjoy the rest of the season. If you would like to share your story, email neverfullyunderstoodpod@gmail.com or dm on Instagram @neverfullyunderstood_ https://instagram.com/neverfullyunderstood_?igshid=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==

Season 1 episode 10. Yes this episode is coming on late because a part of me was (and still is) scared to share. Anyway here goes nothing. We all have had a heartbreak or more. And in today’s episode I will be sharing with you guys how I healed and moved on from mine. It was such an emotional episode to film, I recorded this episode like 4 times, I kid you not😅 but anyway here goes nothing. I think it’s brave of me to open up about this, it happens to a lot of us, and we need to start speaking on it, it needs to be normalized, because it’s normal and it’s happening. Anyway, let me know what you think after listening. And don’t not forget we need more people telling their stories, and NEVER FULLY UNDERSTOOD is 100% here to tell your story🩷 find us on instagram: https://instagram.com/neverfullyunderstood_?igshid=ZWQyN2ExYTkwZQ==

“Believe you can and you're halfway there.”―Theodore Roosevelt In today's episode, Aisha Falke joins and tells us how she got confident and how she maintains it. She also inspires us with the story of how she turned her brand around and made it impactful in her society. There's so much to take from this episode, from confidence, to self-esteem, to lifting other women up and being the change we want to see in our community. Also, bonus points, pray for a good husband ;D Find Aisha on Instagram: https://instagram.com/aisha_falke?igshid=ZWQyN2ExYTkwZQ== follow us on Instagram: https://instagram.com/neverfullyunderstood_?igshid=ZWQyN2ExYTkwZQ==

Today we sit with Coach Khadija Ibrahim and she answers questions concerning healing after a divorce. A lot of women find it difficult to get back to themselves after leaving a marriage, we speak on the journey back to yourself, understanding, acceptance and navigating shame in a society that is unkind to divorce women. We also speak on how we as a society need to do better, how we should be kinder and less judgmental. Such an interesting and educative listen. There’s a lot to take out of it and I genuinely hope you do. Find Coach Khadija on instagram: https://instagram.com/coachkhadijaibrahim?igshid=ZWQyN2ExYTkwZQ== Find us https://instagram.com/neverfullyunderstood_?igshid=ZWQyN2ExYTkwZQ== If you enjoyed this episode please give our podcast a five start on Apple Podcasts and add us to your playlist on any platform you’re listening to this from. Love and support, Fatima

Good & Pious friends are the blessings of Allah (S.W.T) hold them tight and do good deed together to be in Jannah together. Having friends is one thing, but having people who would stand by you and be there for you no matter what is an absolute rare blessing. On today’s episode Ummeeta and I share our experiences and how they has shaped us. We open up about the friendships we keep and making new friends. This is an episode for everyone and I truly hope you enjoy it. Find Ummeeta on Instagram https://instagram.com/ummeetaa_x?igshid=ZWQyN2ExYTkwZQ== Find us on instagram: https://instagram.com/neverfullyunderstood_?igshid=ZWQyN2ExYTkwZQ==

Being a GIRL BOSS: starting your own brand, finding the beauty in yourself. Hello beautiful ladies. In this episode, Ruqqaya and I speak about beauty standards in the Arewa community and finding beauty in yourself. She also tells us how RAWBEAUTY started, her journey so far, and how she took a hiatus to focus on her family. She speaks on patience, value, and our community in general. if you're ready to take control of your life and channel the inner girl boss in you, listen to this episode. Find Ruqqaya on socials: https://instagram.com/ruqayyatofabasheer?igshid=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ== Rawbeauty: https://instagram.com/rawngr?igshid=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ==

Welcome back! On this week’s episode Hawa and I had such a good conversation. She speaks to us on her journey through life and how she got to where she is now. How you can start your career in media and be respectful. If you a dream, and you don’t know where and how to start, listen to this episode, it is definitely the push you need! As you have stopped by, don’t forget to leave us kind rating and follow our show. Find us on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/neverfullyunderstood_/ Find Hawa: https://instagram.com/hawa_magaji?igshid=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ==

Motherhood is said to be one of the most beautiful experiences in life, it comes with a long of responsibilities and stress yet it is the most rewarding job on earth. On this week’s episode Sa’adah Abdullahi (@sa_a_dah) gives us the gist on how she does it all, as a wife, mother and student. She gives us a break down on what it’s like giving birth in another country alone with your toddler, she always tells us how she’s able to find a balance between taking care of herself and the people around her. Listen to this episode theres so much to learn from it. Follow Sa’adah on instagram: https://instagram.com/sa_a_dah?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y= Follow our page on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/neverfullyunderstood_/

Marriage pressure is not just a myth. If you think you have it hard, try being a single woman in Northern Nigeria. On this week’s episode our guest Aisha Abba Kyari aka Cracked Diamond breaks down her journey on what it’s like being single in Northern Nigeria, accepting God’s plan, and his timing. She also speaks on how much her experiences have shaped her, how she has evolved as women, her deen, career and amazing friendships. I love how she shares with us this amazing advice her mum gave her and how it shaped her perspective on life. (Trust me we all need to hear that) Listen to this episode even if you’re not experiencing this so you can learn what it’s like for those who struggle with it. Follow our page on instagrams: https://www.instagram.com/neverfullyunderstood_/

In today’s episode Zainab and I have a candid conversation on what it’s like living in the Uk as a Northern Nigerian woman. We spoke on family, friendships and also how her parents were intentional when it came to connecting with family in Nigeria. We also shared our experiences on how it’s like being considered not “arewa enough” and Zee tells us how to block out the noise on negativity while embracing who you fully are. If you’re in new content creators or someone who wants to know how it’s done, then you better stick around to the end were she shares how she gets to work with amazing brands and let’s us in on how we could achieve that ourselves. Good talk with good people is truly refreshing if I do say so myself. Follow Zainab Hassan on Instagram: https://instagram.com/zainabhassanxo?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y= Visit her website: https://zainabhassanxo.com Follow us on Instagram: https://instagram.com/neverfullyunderstood_?igshid=YjNmNGQ3MDY=