Hello! And welcome to the fifth episode of the RAN BY NATURE podcast. I am Bryna Chrismas. Each week I will be joined by a guest to discuss self-care, people-care, and planet-care, and how we can increase diversity, inclusivity and sustainability in these spaces.  

Today’s guest is Tazneem Anwar. Tazneem is a pharmacist, mother and runner. Having only taken up running approx 3.5 years ago, she has already accomplished so much, running her first marathon in Loch Ness; not an easy first marathon attempt by any stretch! She is also an Asics front runner, and has started her own running club, the Wycombe Womens run club. Tazneem is creating a space for, and representing hijabi and BAME runners, within the running community.

If you are interested in running, or any sport for that matter, come and join the RAN BY NATURE online community and ask your questions to Tazneem and I. You can find Tazneem @thishijabiruns, on Instagram and Facebook, with links to her recent blog available in her bio. You can follow RAN BY NATURE on Instagram @ranbynature, or if you prefer, you can email me at [email protected]. And don’t forget to hit subscribe on your preferred podcast platform, to ensure you never miss an episode.

Let’s take care of our home, and the home we live on together.

Here is episode 5

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Hello! And welcome to the fourth episode of the RAN BY NATURE podcast. I am Bryna Chrismas. Each week I will be joined by a guest to discuss self-care, people-care, and planet-care, and how we can increase diversity, inclusivity and sustainability in these spaces.  

Todays guest is Kira Matthews. Kira is a mental and emotional strategist for creatives, supporting people to successfully launch their businesses, and continue to thrive. Additionally, she has her own podcast ‘No room for doubt’. We talk about how we can often get stuck, trying to change things in the past, which stop us from moving forward. And how we can change our perspective, be present in the moment, and help ourselves and others to move forward successfully. Is there something in your past that is weighing you down? How can you embrace your own magic, connect with your true authentic self, reprogram your thoughts and be successful?

Join the RAN BY NATURE community, and come and chat to Kira and I. You can find Kira @kirathebold, and on her no room for doubt podcast. You can follow RAN BY NATURE on Instagram @ranbynature, or if you prefer, you can email me at [email protected]. And don’t forget to hit subscribe on your preferred podcast platform, to ensure you never miss an episode.

Let’s take care of our home, and the home we live on together

Here is episode 4

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Hello! And welcome to the third episode of the RAN BY NATURE podcast. I am Bryna Chrismas. Each week I will be joined by a guest to discuss self-care, people-care, and planet-care, and how we can increase diversity and inclusivity in these spaces.  

Todays guest is Mariam Farid. Mariam is a member of the Qatar National team, representing Qatar as a 400 m hurdler. She was an ambassador for the 2019 World Championships in Doha, the first time these championships were held in the Middle East. She is also a communications student at Northwestern University in Qatar, and an entrepreneur. She very recently launched her own brand called Jama.  Mariam shares a funny story, with a very important message about her first time competing in the Gulf championships. Last week we spoke about to Zainab, a hijabi rugby player. Mariam also proudly wears her scarf to compete. Do you wear a hijab in your sport? How have other people reacted to this? And how can we make other hijabi girls and women feel more comfortable to exercise and play sport? Share your story with Mariam and I.

Mariam can be found @mariam_farid on instagram, and you can view her new clothing brand @jama.qa. You can follow the RAN BY NATURE podcast on Instagram @ranbynature, or if you prefer, you can email me at [email protected]. And don’t forget to hit subscribe on your preferred podcast platform, to ensure you never miss an episode.

Let’s take care of our home, and the home we live on together

Here is episode 3

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Hello! And welcome to the second episode of the RAN BY NATURE podcast. I am Bryna Chrismas. Each week I will be joined by a guest to discuss self-care, people-care, and planet-care, and how we can increase diversity and inclusivity in these spaces.

Todays guest is Zainab Alema. Zainab is a neonatal nurse, rugby player, mother and founder of ‘studs in the mud’ and ‘muslimah rugby’. I know, I have no ideas when she sleeps either! In this episode we talk about using courage to overcome, and navigate being a black hijabi woman playing rugby.

Would you like to make your place of work, sport, or community more inclusive? How can you make sure everyone is welcome? What kind of support system do you have around you, to ensure you can meet your goals and dreams? My favourite quotes from this episode are; ‘If you love something you will do it regardless’, and ‘it’s not about me, it’s about me doing what I can, so that the next person feels like they can achieve something’.

If you would like to connect with Zainab, or you have any feedback/comments/questions, you can find her @zeealema. And if you are interested in being part of studs in the mud and/or muslimah rugby you can connect @studsinthemud and @muslimahrugby. You can follow RAN BY NATURE on Instagram, at ranbynature, or if you prefer, you can email me at [email protected]. And don’t forget to hit subscribe on your preferred podcast platform, to ensure you never miss an episode. 

Let’s take care of our home, and the home we live on, together.

Here is episode 2,

Speak soon,

B 

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Hello.  And welcome to the first episode of the RAN BY NATURE podcast. I am Bryna Chrismas. Each week I will be joined by a guest to discuss self-care, people-care, and planet-care, and how we can increase diversity and inclusivity in these spaces. Have you ever been the only person in the room that looks like you, had to overcome the challenge of moving to a new country, or felt confused by the ethical and sustainable fashion industry? Well, that’s exactly what I am going to discuss on todays episode with Saja Elmishri. Saja is Swedish Arab. Originally from Libya, she grew up in Sweden, and later moved to the UK. Saja has always been interested in nature, is a keen runner, and trilingual. After graduating from her textile design degree at De Montfort University Leicester, where she won the best research award for her Undergraduate thesis, she currently works as a freelance journalist, sustainability advocate, and fashion consultant. Saja recently wrote an article for eco age titled ‘We Need To Include The Middle East In The Sustainable Fashion Conversation’ (https://eco-age.com/magazine/author/saja-elmishri/). This article investigated why the Middle East is often left out of this discussion, and what we can learn by looking to both Arabian designers and consumers for a new creative perspective.

I had a great conversation with Saja, as she was so honest and open about her experiences as an Arab woman entering the world of sustainable fashion. Her enthusiasm, passion and high spirited personality really shines through. And I was delighted to have Saja as my very first guest.

If you would like to connect with Saja, or you have any feedback/comments/questions, please find her @saja_elmishri. You can follow the RAN BY NATURE podcast on Instagram @ranbynature, or if you prefer, you can email me at [email protected]. And don’t forget to hit subscribe on your preferred podcast platform, to ensure you never miss an episode. 

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Hello! My name is Bryna Chrismas, and I am the host of the RAN BY NATURE podcast. Each week I will be joined by a guest to discuss self-care, people-care and planet-care. And how we can improve inclusivity, diversity, and sustainability in these spaces. I am on a mission to empower you to take care of the home you are in, and the home we live on. By creating a caring, safe, and fun, global community. Interested? Launching on the 20th October 2020. Make sure you hit subscribe, so you don't miss an episode. And follow along with behind the scenes, events and extra content, by connecting with us on instagram @ranbynature. Want to know more? Email me at [email protected], or send me a direct message.

Can't wait to hear from you,

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