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ASK TRIO ABOUT WELLNESS PODCAST | PILOT EPISODE | SHOW NOTES & TRANSCRIPT
EPISODE TITLE: Introduction to ASK Trio, Productivity and the Nine Dimensions of Wellness
Background Music Copyright and Attribution
“On My Way” by Kevin MacLeod. This work is licensed under Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License. http://creativecommon.org/licenses/by/4.0 “Brittle Rille” by Kevin MacLeod. This work is licensed under Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 International License. http://creativecommon.org/licenses/by/3.0 “Meditating Beat” by Kevin MacLeod. This work is licensed under Creative Commons 0 International License. http://creativecommon.org/licenses/by/0
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Co-sponsors
Zarina Noor, Hardi Kamsani and Azman Repin
Hosts
Azimah Azman, Azfar Azman and Syazana B. Mohamed Sani (M. S.)
Disclaimer
The information in this podcast is for educational purpose only. You should consult your doctor, specialist or physical trainer on these topics.
All Rights Reserved ©Syazana Bte Mohamed Sani (2020) of ASKtrioWello LLC
Hello! Hola! Marhaba!
WELCOME to the ASK Trio About Wellness podcast! Join me, Syazana Sani and the Astro Duo, Azfar Azman and Azimah Azman, your hosts from New York. Let’s strive to educate, regenerate and elevate family institutions through optimal productivity and wellness education, one episode at a time.
SEGMENT I | Introduction To ASK Trio
ARE YOU READY to listen to inspirational stories of trust, respect, acceptance, integrity, love and social responsibility from multicultural families and special needs communities? Sit back, relax and be inspired by the awesome people that we highlight in the first segment of the podcast… Do you love listening to inspirational stories that can lift you up and set you off to a special space where every voice matters?
[Syazana] Hello! I’m Syazana, and the Astro Duo are my teen superheroes. It was a cold, “brutal” winter in January 2015 when the three of us and my husband landed at Albany International Airport in New York’s Capital Region. We were from Dresden, Germany, and we had stayed there for a month due to my husband’s work commitment and relocation from Singapore (Singapura) to the Empire State office.
Hey, you might just be wondering: “Why ASK Trio About Wellness podcast and who is it for?” I hear you and so, here’s my story… When my family made the decision to move to New York, some sacrifices were made and the three most important ones were leaving our family behind, saying goodbye to our circle of friends and for me, pressing the pause button and putting my career on hold. Like many other good Muslims out there, I prayed to Almighty God for His protection, blessings, guidance and wisdom for my immediate family as well as the loving family and friends I left behind. I had mentally and emotionally prepared myself to tread this new journey to America with an open heart and mind. Within months, I met many amazing people both young and old and from different nationalities, faith and different colors (of the skin) in New York, Vermont and beyond. With God’s will, these amazing people made my family felt welcomed and loved by being there and extending a helping hand when my family needed a lifeline of support to adapt to the new environment. Interestingly, I met several families with special needs children through my daughter’s circle of friends and each family has their own inspirational story with valuable lessons for my family to learn.
Two years later, I had fully adjusted to the new lifestyle and soon I thought to myself: “Hey! It’s time to explore a new career.” So, I explored writing as a new career opportunity which then led me to take writing, editing and volunteer training projects. Five years passed and as we all try to survive and thrive in this unpredictable world, I wanted to find a special space to build a community where every voice matters and everyone can benefit from productivity and wellness education in a fun, lighthearted yet productive way. Trending research findings that I’ve read showed me the rapid growth in the health and wellness industry due to a higher demand and a steady increase in the number of people like you and me, who listen to podcasts. This could be due to more stay-at-home orders, work-from-home and online or remote learning for students.
So, let me ask you, yes, you: Do you care about people and culture, multicultural families and an inclusive world where special needs communities have a place in this world? Do you need a listening ear, or an avenue to express your inner most thoughts, your pent-up feelings or emotions that could be on a roller coaster right now? Perhaps you’ve learnt something new or discovered some effective habits that have helped you and your family to be productive despite the unique circumstances where you work from home or you or your kids are learning remotely at home and now you would love to share this skill or knowledge with others because you care? Then, you have come to the right place, at the right time! ASK Trio About Wellness podcast and ASKtrioWello.com is the podcast for you and your family.
If you were to ask me to name three things that could make a big difference in your life now and in the future, I would say: the people you meet, the books you read, and how you plan and spend your day every day to achieve productivity and overall wellness in your life. So, stay tuned and let’s get to know someone special. Get ready to listen to a short and sweet tale of what friendship means to a special needs kid…
* * *
[Azimah] Hello! I’m Azimah. Today I want to talk about my friendship with my BFF. That’s right—my best friend forever. Her name is Jules. We have been friends for four years! We’re both special needs kids. What I like about Jules is that she makes me feel comfortable, accepted and loved. I get invited to her birthday outings every year in the summer. I’ve been to her house (and) she’s been to my house for our play dates. I love her so much!
Our last play date was at Sky Zone early this year (and) we had a fun time together. We both get along. We don’t quarrel. We missed each other! We both loved going on school field trips together. Jules and I used to see each other in class and enjoyed lunch time. We played games together, we waved goodbye when it was time to go home. Now we missed seeing each other since the COVID-19 in March because she attends school in-person but I’m on remote (learning). I hope we’ll see each other again soon…
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SEGMENT II | Introduction To The Nine Dimensions of Wellness and Coach Zarina Noor
Coming up next…
In the second segment of the podcast, we’ll learn about productivity and the nine dimensions of wellness--physical, emotional, environmental, spiritual, social, intellectual, mental, occupational and financial wellness—so we can survive and thrive in this unpredictable world. This week, you’ll get tips and strategies on how to embark on your wellness journey through physical wellness with Coach Zarina from New York City.
[Azfar] Tell us more about who you are and what you love to do in your personal life.
[Zarina] Hello, everyone! First and foremost, I would like to thank ASK Trio About Wellness podcast for having me. My name is Zarina. I’m from Singapore and have been living in New York City for 20 years with my husband and our 16-year old daughter. I’m a Group Fitness Instructor with Shape Up NYC and also a Schwinn Certified Indoor Cycling Instructor. Besides leading classes and working out at the gym, I also love going to the museums with my family. I’ve been to the British Museum and The Louvre (In Paris) but my favorite is the Metropolitan Museum of Art right here in New York City. As a member, I would frequent the MET not only to enjoy the exhibits but also to participate in the family workshops and attend the cultural performances. I found great joy after incorporating exercise in my lifestyle. I feel stronger, happier and energized after every session.
However, I realized that not everyone has a gym membership. Shape Up NYC is a free city-wide fitness program supported by the NYC Department of Parks and Recreation. I like the idea that Shape Up NYC offers free classes--breaking down common barriers that prevent community members from engaging in regular physical activity. So, I started the 12-week Group Fitness Instructor training (program), and shortly after, taught my first class in Spring 2019. The positive feedback I received from my Total Body Conditioning participants highlighted everyone’s unique physical ability. In order to cater to individual goals, I decided to pursue a Personal Trainer certification course with ACE, the American Council on Exercise. Part of my fitness routine include indoor cycling—it’s one of those classes, given a good instructor and a pumped (up) playlist, I’ll burn 600 calories easily. A few of the instructors I know challenged me to join them. So, in 2019, I became a Schwinn Certified Indoor Cycling Instructor. My class is geared towards the beginner, emphasizing on bike set up and riding technique.
[Azfar] What is your wellness advice for listeners of ASK Trio About Wellness podcast?
[Zarina] To all listeners out there, I encourage you to include exercise in your lifestyle. Set a realistic goal and get your family involved. One of the benefits of exercise as a family is that it enhances emotional wellbeing and self-esteem. And if you are planning to include physical wellness in your 2021 plan, I invite you to tune in and follow ASK Trio About Wellness podcast starting this January (2021). I will be sharing tips and strategies for you and your family.
* * *
[Azfar] Hello, everyone! My name is Azfar and today I’m going to be touching upon one of the nine dimensions of wellness and that is mental wellness. So, to start off, it is very important to be aware of our mental wellbeing as it is the leading factor to how we conduct our daily activities. If we are happy and feeling good about ourselves, it is very easy for us to accomplish all the goals and tasks that we have planned out. However, if we are down and depressed, we often find it difficult to perform those same tasks because our minds are not well conditioned. Therefore, it is absolutely crucial to understand our feelings and emotions so we can live a healthy lifestyle full of productivity.
In order to achieve this healthy lifestyle and state of mental wellbeing, it is very important to stay happy and always look on the bright side of things no matter what you face in life. I would like to share with you some tips and strategies for you to apply in your daily lives so that you can promote mental wellness for yourself and those around you. One of the hormones in our body that is released when we are in a state of happiness is dopamine. There are a lot of ways to achieve this state of happiness and for your body to release this dopamine such as listening to music or engaging in your favorite hobbies, exercising, going outdoors and getting enough sunlight for our body especially when the cold weather is coming up. It is very important to get enough vitamins and minerals so that we can be lively, vibrant and energetic, so that we can achieve all our goals that we have planned.
All of these and other new habits that you can start doing in your lives will improve your overall mental health. For me personally, at the end of each day, I like to spend some time alone by myself to reflect upon what I’ve done throughout the day. Have I achieved all my goals for the day? Did I help out with my family? Did I go outside and get enough exercise? Did I get enough sunlight? Did I feel good about myself today for what I’ve done? Now that most of us are confined to our homes because of the current situation with the Coronavirus, it is very crucial to take care of our own mental health as well as those around us in our homes. After all, love begins at home.
* * *
We’ve now come to the end of the show today. If you have enjoyed our show, like us on Instagram, Facebook and Twitter @asktriowello i.e. a-s-k-t-r-i-o-w-e-l-l-o. Send us your feedback before our official launch on January 1st, 2021 to [email protected]. Visit our website at asktriowello.com and subscribe to ASK Trio About Wellness podcast!
~ End of episode ~
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Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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EPISODE TITLE: Introduction to ASK Trio, Productivity and the Nine Dimensions of Wellness
Background Music Copyright and Attribution
“On My Way” by Kevin MacLeod. This work is licensed under Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License. http://creativecommon.org/licenses/by/4.0 “Brittle Rille” by Kevin MacLeod. This work is licensed under Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 International License. http://creativecommon.org/licenses/by/3.0 “Meditating Beat” by Kevin MacLeod. This work is licensed under Creative Commons 0 International License. http://creativecommon.org/licenses/by/0
* * *
Co-sponsors
Zarina Noor, Hardi Kamsani and Azman Repin
Hosts
Azimah Azman, Azfar Azman and Syazana B. Mohamed Sani (M. S.)
Disclaimer
The information in this podcast is for educational purpose only. You should consult your doctor, specialist or physical trainer on these topics.
All Rights Reserved ©Syazana Bte Mohamed Sani (2020) of ASKtrioWello LLC
Hello! Hola! Marhaba!
WELCOME to the ASK Trio About Wellness podcast! Join me, Syazana Sani and the Astro Duo, Azfar Azman and Azimah Azman, your hosts from New York. Let’s strive to educate, regenerate and elevate family institutions through optimal productivity and wellness education, one episode at a time.
SEGMENT I | Introduction To ASK Trio
ARE YOU READY to listen to inspirational stories of trust, respect, acceptance, integrity, love and social responsibility from multicultural families and special needs communities? Sit back, relax and be inspired by the awesome people that we highlight in the first segment of the podcast… Do you love listening to inspirational stories that can lift you up and set you off to a special space where every voice matters?
[Syazana] Hello! I’m Syazana, and the Astro Duo are my teen superheroes. It was a cold, “brutal” winter in January 2015 when the three of us and my husband landed at Albany International Airport in New York’s Capital Region. We were from Dresden, Germany, and we had stayed there for a month due to my husband’s work commitment and relocation from Singapore (Singapura) to the Empire State office.
Hey, you might just be wondering: “Why ASK Trio About Wellness podcast and who is it for?” I hear you and so, here’s my story… When my family made the decision to move to New York, some sacrifices were made and the three most important ones were leaving our family behind, saying goodbye to our circle of friends and for me, pressing the pause button and putting my career on hold. Like many other good Muslims out there, I prayed to Almighty God for His protection, blessings, guidance and wisdom for my immediate family as well as the loving family and friends I left behind. I had mentally and emotionally prepared myself to tread this new journey to America with an open heart and mind. Within months, I met many amazing people both young and old and from different nationalities, faith and different colors (of the skin) in New York, Vermont and beyond. With God’s will, these amazing people made my family felt welcomed and loved by being there and extending a helping hand when my family needed a lifeline of support to adapt to the new environment. Interestingly, I met several families with special needs children through my daughter’s circle of friends and each family has their own inspirational story with valuable lessons for my family to learn.
Two years later, I had fully adjusted to the new lifestyle and soon I thought to myself: “Hey! It’s time to explore a new career.” So, I explored writing as a new career opportunity which then led me to take writing, editing and volunteer training projects. Five years passed and as we all try to survive and thrive in this unpredictable world, I wanted to find a special space to build a community where every voice matters and everyone can benefit from productivity and wellness education in a fun, lighthearted yet productive way. Trending research findings that I’ve read showed me the rapid growth in the health and wellness industry due to a higher demand and a steady increase in the number of people like you and me, who listen to podcasts. This could be due to more stay-at-home orders, work-from-home and online or remote learning for students.
So, let me ask you, yes, you: Do you care about people and culture, multicultural families and an inclusive world where special needs communities have a place in this world? Do you need a listening ear, or an avenue to express your inner most thoughts, your pent-up feelings or emotions that could be on a roller coaster right now? Perhaps you’ve learnt something new or discovered some effective habits that have helped you and your family to be productive despite the unique circumstances where you work from home or you or your kids are learning remotely at home and now you would love to share this skill or knowledge with others because you care? Then, you have come to the right place, at the right time! ASK Trio About Wellness podcast and ASKtrioWello.com is the podcast for you and your family.
If you were to ask me to name three things that could make a big difference in your life now and in the future, I would say: the people you meet, the books you read, and how you plan and spend your day every day to achieve productivity and overall wellness in your life. So, stay tuned and let’s get to know someone special. Get ready to listen to a short and sweet tale of what friendship means to a special needs kid…
* * *
[Azimah] Hello! I’m Azimah. Today I want to talk about my friendship with my BFF. That’s right—my best friend forever. Her name is Jules. We have been friends for four years! We’re both special needs kids. What I like about Jules is that she makes me feel comfortable, accepted and loved. I get invited to her birthday outings every year in the summer. I’ve been to her house (and) she’s been to my house for our play dates. I love her so much!
Our last play date was at Sky Zone early this year (and) we had a fun time together. We both get along. We don’t quarrel. We missed each other! We both loved going on school field trips together. Jules and I used to see each other in class and enjoyed lunch time. We played games together, we waved goodbye when it was time to go home. Now we missed seeing each other since the COVID-19 in March because she attends school in-person but I’m on remote (learning). I hope we’ll see each other again soon…
* * *
SEGMENT II | Introduction To The Nine Dimensions of Wellness and Coach Zarina Noor
Coming up next…
In the second segment of the podcast, we’ll learn about productivity and the nine dimensions of wellness--physical, emotional, environmental, spiritual, social, intellectual, mental, occupational and financial wellness—so we can survive and thrive in this unpredictable world. This week, you’ll get tips and strategies on how to embark on your wellness journey through physical wellness with Coach Zarina from New York City.
[Azfar] Tell us more about who you are and what you love to do in your personal life.
[Zarina] Hello, everyone! First and foremost, I would like to thank ASK Trio About Wellness podcast for having me. My name is Zarina. I’m from Singapore and have been living in New York City for 20 years with my husband and our 16-year old daughter. I’m a Group Fitness Instructor with Shape Up NYC and also a Schwinn Certified Indoor Cycling Instructor. Besides leading classes and working out at the gym, I also love going to the museums with my family. I’ve been to the British Museum and The Louvre (In Paris) but my favorite is the Metropolitan Museum of Art right here in New York City. As a member, I would frequent the MET not only to enjoy the exhibits but also to participate in the family workshops and attend the cultural performances. I found great joy after incorporating exercise in my lifestyle. I feel stronger, happier and energized after every session.
However, I realized that not everyone has a gym membership. Shape Up NYC is a free city-wide fitness program supported by the NYC Department of Parks and Recreation. I like the idea that Shape Up NYC offers free classes--breaking down common barriers that prevent community members from engaging in regular physical activity. So, I started the 12-week Group Fitness Instructor training (program), and shortly after, taught my first class in Spring 2019. The positive feedback I received from my Total Body Conditioning participants highlighted everyone’s unique physical ability. In order to cater to individual goals, I decided to pursue a Personal Trainer certification course with ACE, the American Council on Exercise. Part of my fitness routine include indoor cycling—it’s one of those classes, given a good instructor and a pumped (up) playlist, I’ll burn 600 calories easily. A few of the instructors I know challenged me to join them. So, in 2019, I became a Schwinn Certified Indoor Cycling Instructor. My class is geared towards the beginner, emphasizing on bike set up and riding technique.
[Azfar] What is your wellness advice for listeners of ASK Trio About Wellness podcast?
[Zarina] To all listeners out there, I encourage you to include exercise in your lifestyle. Set a realistic goal and get your family involved. One of the benefits of exercise as a family is that it enhances emotional wellbeing and self-esteem. And if you are planning to include physical wellness in your 2021 plan, I invite you to tune in and follow ASK Trio About Wellness podcast starting this January (2021). I will be sharing tips and strategies for you and your family.
* * *
[Azfar] Hello, everyone! My name is Azfar and today I’m going to be touching upon one of the nine dimensions of wellness and that is mental wellness. So, to start off, it is very important to be aware of our mental wellbeing as it is the leading factor to how we conduct our daily activities. If we are happy and feeling good about ourselves, it is very easy for us to accomplish all the goals and tasks that we have planned out. However, if we are down and depressed, we often find it difficult to perform those same tasks because our minds are not well conditioned. Therefore, it is absolutely crucial to understand our feelings and emotions so we can live a healthy lifestyle full of productivity.
In order to achieve this healthy lifestyle and state of mental wellbeing, it is very important to stay happy and always look on the bright side of things no matter what you face in life. I would like to share with you some tips and strategies for you to apply in your daily lives so that you can promote mental wellness for yourself and those around you. One of the hormones in our body that is released when we are in a state of happiness is dopamine. There are a lot of ways to achieve this state of happiness and for your body to release this dopamine such as listening to music or engaging in your favorite hobbies, exercising, going outdoors and getting enough sunlight for our body especially when the cold weather is coming up. It is very important to get enough vitamins and minerals so that we can be lively, vibrant and energetic, so that we can achieve all our goals that we have planned.
All of these and other new habits that you can start doing in your lives will improve your overall mental health. For me personally, at the end of each day, I like to spend some time alone by myself to reflect upon what I’ve done throughout the day. Have I achieved all my goals for the day? Did I help out with my family? Did I go outside and get enough exercise? Did I get enough sunlight? Did I feel good about myself today for what I’ve done? Now that most of us are confined to our homes because of the current situation with the Coronavirus, it is very crucial to take care of our own mental health as well as those around us in our homes. After all, love begins at home.
* * *
We’ve now come to the end of the show today. If you have enjoyed our show, like us on Instagram, Facebook and Twitter @asktriowello i.e. a-s-k-t-r-i-o-w-e-l-l-o. Send us your feedback before our official launch on January 1st, 2021 to [email protected]. Visit our website at asktriowello.com and subscribe to ASK Trio About Wellness podcast!
~ End of episode ~
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Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.