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Welcome to the 256th episode of the award-winning Diverse Minds podcast. Happy South Asian History Month!

In today's episode, we delve into the significance of South Asian culture and heritage, especially in the context of the workplace. Join us as we explore various perspectives and practical steps to foster a more inclusive and holistic environment.

In today’s show on Free To Be Me

• About my TEDx Talk. [00:58]
• About South Asia [02:12]
• Why do we need to think about things holistically? [05:37]
• What can you do during South Asian Month in the workplace? [07:48]
• About the hashtag #freetobeme. [11:50]

Quotes on Free To Be Me

• People of South Asia are a significant part of the British population.
• I’m not telling anyone that they can’t wear South Asian clothes.
• There’s deep meaning behind many things we do in our cultures.
• There are ways you can be yourself without being vulnerable
• Think about the identities you want to represent and support.

Resources on Free To Be Me

• Episode #203 What kind of South Asian are you?
• Episode #50 Why You Need To Stop Stereotyping South Asian Women
• Episode #239 South Asian Women and Burnout
• Episode #104 Asian Female Leadership with Anjum Khan
• Episode #205 Cultural Perspectives on Imposter Syndrome
• Episode #103 The damaging impacts of colourism and shadism
• Episode #155 Arts in Practice
• Contact me to work together on mental health support at work.
• Join my Mailing List and receive a white paper on mental health and inclusion here
• Check out my TEDx talk: The Connection between Culture, Race and Mental Health
• Leave me a message on my SpeakPipe

Work with me

Have a look at my online work-life balance course on Thinkific. You can access it here: http://bit.ly/DMMHPONC

One-hour focused Sessions £150 1-2-1