Thatz So Neet

Neetu talks about how body image can be shaped negatively and positively at a young age. She talks about her own experiences of body shaming and how these experiences impacted her self esteem. Neetu shares stories from listeners about how they were shamed about age, weight, height, color and even for having tattoos! Have a listen and let her know if you can relate to any of the stories shared!

Distress Center Calgary: https://www.distresscentre.com/
Eating Disorder Referral Pathway (Alberta): https://www.albertahealthservices.ca/assets/info/hp/arp/if-hp-arp-cz-eatingdisorders-qr.pdf
National Eating Disorder Information Center: https://nedic.ca/




 

Neetu is joined by Naz Rahaman, beauty influencer, content creator and Autism advocate. Naz opens up about her families experience navigating her brother Ridwan's Autism diagnosis while settling into Canada as a new immigrant family. Naz discusses the challenges, experiences and growth she and her family experienced while understanding this new diagnosis. Both ladies share funny stories about Ridwan and how he has persevered to become an active part of society today. Join them for some laughs, stories of perseverance and thoughts on how we as a South Asian community can move towards more inclusion for individuals with Autism and other disabilities. 

Naz Rahman Instagram: miniinaaz
Ridwan Rahman Instagram: Riddyyornot

Autism Information:
https://autismcanada.org/
https://www.aafscalgary.com/
https://sinneavefoundation.org/sinneave_work_item/the-ability-hub/

Join Neetu as she talks about trauma (more specifically intergenerational trauma) and how you may unknowingly can be impacted by it. She talks about her own experiences such as the loss of family members and bullying and how she has become more aware of how these events have impacted her behaviours and how she has attempted to break these cycles.

Disclaimer: This episode is a general informational episode and it is recommended you seek professional help if you are requiring support to deal with your own trauma. Please follow the following links if this is something you are requiring more support with:
https://stridepsychology.ca/
Canadian Mental Health Association: 1-877-303-2642

Neetu leads the conversation with three beautiful women (2 belonging to Gen Z and 1 belonging to the millennial). The women discuss their thoughts and opinions on various topics such as cancel culture, generational differences/experiences, growing up in a Canada with parents who hold South Asian values and being hairy! 

Meet your host! Neetu talks a little bit about herself and why she started this podcast!