Reflections & Realisations
Reflections & Realisations is a faith-based psychology podcast exploring how our past shapes who we become and how we can heal through self-awareness, spirituality, and compassion.
Hosted by Alveena, a Psychology MSc student, writer, and seeker, the podcast blends mental health insights, spirituality, and personal storytelling to explore themes of identity, healing, and growth.
Each episode unpacks the real psychology behind how we think, feel, and love, from attachment styles and trauma to faith, self-worth, and emotional resilience.
Born from years of journaling, therapy, and reflection, Reflections & Realisations invites you to slow down, question, and reconnect with yourself through honest conversations that bridge science and spirituality.
If you’re drawn to psychology, faith, healing, and self-discovery, this podcast is for you. No quick fixes. No perfect answers. Just real reflections that remind you that you are not alone in your journey.
Together, we explore:
- Mental health, emotion, and healing through a faith-based lens
- The psychology of attachment, trauma, and resilience
- How spirituality and self-awareness guide emotional growth
- Honest reflections on belonging, identity, and love
Join the journey toward understanding yourself and healing deeply, one reflection at a time.
Reflections & Realisations
From Shame to Strength: How Sharing Stories Transforms Women's Health
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Welcome to Reflections and Realisations.
In today’s episode, Alveena sits with Kausar Tahir, clinical pharmacist and founder of MeNow Health, for a candid conversation about perimenopause, menopause, and the cultural and generational barriers that make it hard for women to talk openly about their health.
Together, they explore the cultural silence around menopause, gaps in medical research, and how faith and societal beliefs shape women’s midlife experiences. You’ll hear about the power of sharing stories, advocating for yourself in healthcare, and supporting one another through life’s big transitions.
This episode is for anyone navigating perimenopause, menopause, or supporting women through these life stages, and is all about breaking taboos, building awareness, and finding strength in community.
Key Quotes
"No one's in competition with anybody else. We can all work together and collectively rise — a powerful movement for our daughters to see."
"They're calling it meno-divorce. But if a woman doesn’t understand what she’s going through, how can she communicate it to her partner? He has no idea what’s happening."
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Links & Resources
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alveena-salim-a98abb49/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/withalveena/
About the Guest
Kausar Tahir is a clinical pharmacist and the founder of MeNow Health, a culturally sensitive health platform supporting women through perimenopause and menopause. Her work focuses on education, advocacy, and breaking the silence around women’s hormonal health.
🔗 Learn more about MeNow Health: https://menowhealth.com/
About the Host
Alveena is a psychology MSc student, writer, and seeker exploring the intersection of mental health, psychology, and Islamic spirituality. Her work blends academic insight with lived experience to explore identity, belonging, and healing. Through her writing and podcast, she shares personal reflections that bridge science and spirituality, encouraging honest self-inquiry and wholehearted living. She invites listeners to slow down, reflect, and reconnect with who they truly are.