Maskaxda and Healing Podcast

In this episode, we continue the conversation on depression with Dr. Ahmed.
We talk about treatment, coping with isolation, and how to support someone experiencing suicidal thoughts.

Waxaan sii wadeynaa ka hadalka depression aniga iyo Dr. Ahmed.
Waxaan ka hadlaynaa daaweyn, sida loola tacaalo kalinimo, iyo sida loo caawiyo qof leh fikirro isdil.

If you’re experiencing suicidal thoughts, please reach out for help:
Call or text 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline (988)
or text Crisis Text Line (HOME → 741741)

Haddii aad qabto fikirro isdil, fadlan wac ama fariin u dir 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline (988)
ama fariin u dir Crisis Text Line (HOME → 741741) si aad u hesho caawimaad.

In this episode, we talk about depression and the common misconceptions around it.
We simply explain what depression is and the different types, so it’s easier to understand how it can look different for everyone.

Waxaan ka hadlaynaa depression iyo fikradaha khaldan ee laga aaminsan yahay.
Waxaan si fudud u sharaxeynaa waxa uu yahay depression iyo noocyadiisa, si loo fahmo sida uu qof walba uga duwan yahay.

Envy is an emotion many people experience but rarely talk about.In this episode, Dr. Ahmed, Hadith and I explore:

• How envy and jealousy affect mental health
• Emotional pain and healthy ways to cope
• Defense mechanisms and how they show up
• The importance of self-awareness and positive thinking

Projection is one of the most common defense mechanisms but how do we cope with it?

In this episode, Dr. Ahmed shares practical strategies to recognize projection and manage it in a healthy way.

Learn simple steps to improve self-awareness, emotional regulation and strengthen relationships

Defense Mechanisms Series – Part 1: Projection

Dr. Ahmed explains Projection, a key psychological defense mechanism that influences how we think and interact. Learn what projection is, why it happens, and how to recognize it in everyday life.
🎧 Listen now to gain insights into mental health and self-awareness.

Topics Covered:

• What is Projection?
• Why do we use it?
• examples
• Tips for managing projection

Defense mechanisms, or "difaac maskaxda" in Somali, are psychological strategies used by individuals to cope with reality and maintain self-image. They often operate unconsciously to protect the mind from feelings of anxiety or guilt.

Defense mechanisms, or "difaac maskaxda" in Somali, are psychological strategies used by individuals to cope with reality and maintain self-image. They often operate unconsciously to protect the mind from feelings of anxiety or guilt.

Defense mechanisms, or "difaac maskaxda" in Somali, are psychological strategies used by individuals to cope with reality and maintain self-image. They often operate unconsciously to protect the mind from feelings of anxiety or guilt.

In this short grounding episode, I show you how to use a frozen orange to calm your mind and body. It’s a simple DBT-inspired technique that helps during anxiety.

Qaybtan waxan ku tusaya sida oranji qabow maskaxda u dejin karo marka aad dareento walwal.

Ku celceli markasta oo aad u baahato.

Subscribe for more grounding tools and healing content.

In this episode, Dr. Ahmed from Somali Psychology joins usto explain obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD) — We talk aboutthe different types, symptoms, and how treatment can help.

Waxan ka hadalnay:

• Noocyada OCD

• Calaamadaha lagu garto

• Sida daaweyntu u caawinkarto 

🎧 Listen when you’re ready, share with someone who might benefit and let us know your thoughts in the comments.

🎧 Dhagayso oo la wadaag qof kale.