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Practice You with Elena BrowerShirin EtessamOn the six key steps to freeing ourselves from the inside out. (1:44) - Overview of "Free to Be" (4:02) - Heart Detox and Self-Care (6:21) - Body Detox and Self-Care (8:58) - The Role of Play in Neuroplasticity (13:28) - Finding Your True North (15:28) - Rewriting Your Story (20:01) - Conclusion and Closing Remarks A proud member of the LGBTQIA+ community, Shirin Etessam is an entrepreneur, producer, creator and founder. Shirin founded OML TV, a popular platform dedicated to streaming and curating quality, queer female content, and OML Originals, a female-led production company telling diverse female stories through a vast spectrum of...2025-04-1320 min
Energized with Dr. Mariza615: The Secret to Building an Unbreakable Bond with Your Authentic Self with Roxanne SaffaieWhat happens when you stop fighting against yourself and start fighting for yourself?When you lead with love, respect, and honesty, your relationship with yourself transforms.And THAT is where TRUE empowerment begins.In today’s episode, I’m joined by the incredible Roxanne Saffaie, founder of Black Belt Beauty and a certified champion of self-confidence and self-trust. Together, we dive deep into how life’s transitions—like perimenopause and menopause—invite us to redefine our relationship with ourselves, our bodies, and our paths. From navigating disruptive symptoms like brain fog an...2025-01-1444 minEnergized with Dr. Mariza612: That Sucked. Now What? How to Navigate Health, Identity and Life Transitions with Dr. Neeta NawalkhaLife has a way of throwing us curveballs—like unexpected health struggles, career changes, or personal challenges. And if you let them, they can leave you feeling incredibly isolated, uncertain, or emotionally drained. But I’m here to remind you: Curveballs can also be the catalyst for reinvention.In today’s episode, I’m joined by the fierce Dr. Neeta Nawalkha., who is an acclaimed author and founder of The Brave Table.Together, we’ll help you embrace life’s toughest transitions with radical self-acceptance and resilience.As someone who...2024-12-2451 min
Your Queer Life CoachShirin Etessam on the Courageous Journey of Soul SeekingSummary This week, I'm excited to welcome Shirin Etessam (she/her) to she show. Shirin is an entrepreneur, play expert, and author of the book "Free to Be." In this insightful conversation, Shirin discusses her own journey of soul seeking, as well as the importance of bringing more play into our lives. In this episode, you will also hear more about: The turning point in Shirin's life that led her to embark on a journey of soul seeking, The importance of courage when going on a journey of soul seeking, The importance of play for our w...2024-11-2445 min
The Jen Marples Show for Midlife WomenReclaiming Our Soul's Desires with "Free to Be" Author Shirin EtessamOn today's show, we're talking with my friend and author, Shirin Etessam, about how to reclaim our soul's desires and lean into the transformative power of play. Shirin also shares her journey of darkness and self-discovery after a devastating breakup, which eventually led her to write "Free to Be: A Six-Week Guide to Reclaiming Your Soul." She teaches us how to detox our minds, hearts, and souls to gain clarity and live closer to our true purpose.Shirin Etessam believes in the transformative power of play. She is an entrepreneur, media executive, master storyteller, and author. She...2024-05-3049 min
Write the Book Inside YouShirin Etessam: 'Free to Be' – Embracing Play, Soul Purpose and Healing in Six WeeksSend us a text Shirin Etessam, author of transformative book, "Free to Be." shares her journey of self-discovery and healing, emphasizing the importance of play in overcoming life's challenges. Key Points:Introduction to Shirin Etessam:Shirin's background in the film and media industry.The pivotal breakup that led to her soul-searching journey.The Journey to Writing "Free to Be":She felt "dead inside" despite outward glamorous success.The six-year process of rewriting her life's story ( distilled into six weeks in the book).The Writing Process:Overcoming th...2024-05-0928 min
The Perfectly Imperfect JourneyThe Power of Play with Shirin EtessamShirin Etessam was born in Iran and enjoyed a fairly happy and privileged childhood. When her parents immigrated to the US, after some initial struggles, she found her place in high school and began to flourish. She experienced success after college, working in film and television. Eventually she fell in love and adopted 2 children with her wife, with whom she initially had a nine-year friendship. While everything looked great from the outside, there was a problem bubbling below the surface: Shirin had started losing parts of her soul along her journey and had shrunk into a much smaller version of...2024-04-2441 minEnergized with Dr. Mariza575: Transform Your Life Through Self Love, Trusting Your Heart and Raising Your Self Worth with Roxy SaffaieEPISODE SUMMARYWhat doesn’t kill you makes you stronger… An overused line, but girl– you know it’s true. Roxy Saffaie joins the podcast to inspire you to continue betting on yourself through challenging times to become the best version of YOU. In today’s podcast, we cover how to step into your highest power, create an unbreakable connection with your authentic self, and work towards becoming a self-mastery extraordinaire like Roxy is today. We unravel the truth about journaling and teach you how to easily use it to Change. You...2024-03-1952 min
🎗️You Winning Life🎗️Ep. 172- Shirin Etessam on the Quest for Genuine SelfhoodLet us know what you thought about the show!Have you ever felt the weight of expectations pressing down on you, only to find that fulfilling them left you empty? Shirin Etessam, a remarkable transformational speaker and entrepreneur, graces our show to recount her poignant tale of awakening. Her story weaves through the complexities of balancing societal ideals with personal truth, a journey kickstarted by a heart-wrenching breakup. As Shirin unveils her multi year odyssey of introspection, we're given a glimpse into the profound impact her children had on her quest for authenticity. Her narrative is a...2024-02-011h 05
Infinite ReceivingHow a 20 Minute Conversation Broke My Perfect Life with Shirin EtessamOh my gosh, this episode is a beauty.Let me introduce you to an entrepreneur and transformational leader, Shirin Etessam. In this conversation, we dive deep into the principles she shares in her book (remember you can get MY book, Infinite Receiving here!) as well as the difference between spirit and soul, triggers and activations that we get from our kids…. About how we are all a work in progress. It's a really beautiful episode. Enjoy! Quotes "It isn't tranquil music and sitting there and discovering it was dark an...2024-01-2654 min
The You-est You® PodcastListen To Your Soul with Shirin EtessamShirin Etessam is a seasoned media executive, entrepreneur, author, and transformational speaker. She is also a certified leadership and transition coach and a passionate play advocate and joy ambassador. Her first book, FREE TO BE: A 6 week guide to reclaiming your soul is now out. Key-notes: You are not your thoughts Get comfortable with the unknown and get curious NO other soul is like you Exacavate to get to your soul Conditioning is to listen to the outside and not the inside 6 weeks: Det...2024-01-231h 04
The Whinypaluza PodcastTop 10 Lessons From My 300 GuestsEver wondered how deep insights can transform everyday life? 💭 Join host Rebecca Greene with husband Seth on the Whinypaluza Podcast for a journey through life's complex tapestry. They delve into the importance of embracing imperfection, the necessity of adult play for balance, holistic approaches to health and wellness, and the crucial role of consistency in parenting. The episode also highlights the transformative power of female support networks and the significance of emotional and behavioral management in children while emphasizing the ongoing journey of self-awareness and growth in parenting. This compilation of wisdom from previous dis...2024-01-1035 min
Zen Business - Mindfulness, Hustle and Fulfillment71) Shirin Etessam; "Free To Be" A Six Week Guide To Reclaiming Your SoulFrom a young age, we're conditioned to believe that achieving various milestones is the path to happiness. We chase accomplishments, continually striving for the next big win, hoping that it will validate our existence. Yet, many of us find ourselves in a paradoxical situation: We've checked off the boxes for family, career, and social life but still feel a void when it comes to personal fulfillment.
It's a conundrum that raises an important question: why do we feel so unfulfilled despite seemingly having it all? According to Shirin Etessam, the answer lies in our disconnection from our...2023-11-0659 min
My Soul Life with Susan ScollenSpiritual Apples with Shirin EtessamA 20 minute conversation changed Shirin's life and sent her into her 'walking dead years'. Connecting with her spirituality and bobbing for spiritual apples helped her turn her life into the beautiful one that it is today. Shirin exemplifies resilience, optimism, hope and what's truly possible when we look inwards and do the deeper work - the most important work we can do. Be inspired xoCome and hang out with me :)Instagram: My.Soul.Life.PodcastThanks for being here and remember, you're already living your Soul Life. Let's k...2023-08-2754 min
Sovereign Self Show#247 Free To Be: Reclaim Your Soul with Shirin EtessamFrom an early age, we’re taught that to be worthy, to find true happiness, and to be “somebody,” we must accomplish many things. We become achievement machines, always grasping for the next big win to send a signal to the world—and to ourselves—that we’ve “made it.” Yet, it’s safe to say that most of us remain feeling at peace and unfulfilled despite checking all the boxes:
Family? Check. Career? Check. Social Life? Check. Personal fulfillment?... [insert the woeful chirping of crickets] But why do we feel so unfulfilled despite checking the boxes?
According to...2023-08-2350 min
Richer SoulEp 347 From Muted to Magic: How to Strip Away Society's Lies and Reconnect with Your Inner Spark with Shirin EtessamFrom Muted to Magic How to Strip Away Society's Lies and Reconnect with Your Inner Spark Take away: Trust that that magic you seek is within you Money Learnings: Shirin came to the States from Iran when she was nine. She grew up in a fairly affluent family. Bio: Shirin Etessam is an entrepreneur, seasoned media executive, and transformational speaker. She has produced films, original television series and specials, created several companies, and led campaigns for some of the world’s most recognized companies (ABC, CBS, Discovery, BBC, Facebook, Apple...2023-08-011h 02
Brave Women at WorkFree To Be: The Journey To Reclaiming Your Soul With Shirin EtessamHere’s a quick personal update. It’s official. I have a kindergartener and a middle schooler. It’s interesting being a mom of kids that are 6 ½ years apart and seeing their different transitions. Just like other moms know, you get a handle on one season and think, “I’ve got this” and then another season comes. And we’re in one of those new seasons in our household. If you are in one of these new seasons, whether it's with parenting, at work or personally, have compassion and grace with yourself. That’s what I’m planning to do this summer as I...2023-07-2755 min
Negotiate Your Best Life Podcast with Rebecca ZungFree to Be with Shirin Etessam and Rebecca Zung on Negotiate Your Best Life #386Shirin has been a storyteller her life; through films, TV shows, and branded content. After a major life event a decade ago. Shirin began a long, deep, and meaningful journey within herself. She wanted to know why it was that with all her earthly gains, she was still discontent and constantly grasping at external goals; whether it be a romantic partner, a new home, a new title, etc. For a very long time she believed that life’s magic was elsewhere and if she could just find it and attach herself to it somehow, then she would be happy. Sh...2023-07-1039 min
Negotiate Your Best LifeFree to Be with Shirin Etessam and Rebecca Zung on Negotiate Your Best Life #386Shirin has been a storyteller her life; through films, TV shows, and branded content. After a major life event a decade ago. Shirin began a long, deep, and meaningful journey within herself. She wanted to know why it was that with all her earthly gains, she was still discontent and constantly grasping at external goals; whether it be a romantic partner, a new home, a new title, etc. For a very long time she believed that life’s magic was elsewhere and if she could just find it and attach herself to it somehow, then she would be happy. Shirin ha...2023-07-1035 min
A Voice and Beyond#122. Living My Unimaginable Life with Shirin EtessamThis week on A Voice and Beyond we welcome Shirin Etessam, who is an entrepreneur, author, as well as, a transformational speaker. Shirin has built a massive reputation as a seasoned and highly successful media executive and has produced numerous films, original television series, and specials.In this episode, Shirin begins by sharing her personal story about a pivotal event that upended her life in 2013 that led to a realization that everything in her life was internally broken, even though she had checked off all the external markers and accomplishments that had been set by others. Shirin...2023-07-021h 11Energized with Dr. MarizaHow to Set Your Soul Free in Order to Usher in the Most Beautiful and Authentic Life with Shirin EtessamWant to know what it would feel like to experience authentic, joyful fulfillment? I know it can seem like a tall order with all the mundane tasks and the monotony of our day-to-day. But it IS possible to set your soul free with a practical guide to discovering your soul’s purpose. And through following this guide with deep soul work, you can live a fulfilled life from that place of discovery.That’s why I’ve invited Shirin Etessam on the podcast today to deliver you more information about her new book: Free to...2023-06-3053 min
The Empowered Woman - Badass & UnfilteredS11:E15 -FREE TO BE: A Six-Week Guide to Reclaiming Your Soul with Shirin EtessamListen in as Olivia explores the path to reclaiming your soul and discovering true fulfillment with guest Shirin Etessam.Discover the power of intentionality, small positive choices, and aligning your true desires. Shirin shares insights from her transformative book, "Free to Be! 6-week guide to reclaiming your soul," offering practical steps for personal growth.Learn the art of self-care, nurturing your mind, heart, and body. Shift your mindset and liberate yourself from negative thoughts. Realize that thoughts do not define you; you have the p...2023-06-2835 min
Shameless Leadership775: Shirin Etessam: Reclaim Your Soul (and Life) in 6 WeeksShirin Etessam is an entrepreneur, seasoned media executive, and transformational speaker. She has produced films, original television series, and specials, created several companies, and led campaigns for some of the world’s most recognized companies (ABC, CBS, Discovery, BBC, Facebook, Apple, Intel, Virgin, and many more). A proud member of the LGBTQIA+ community, Shirin founded OML TV, a popular platform dedicated to streaming and curating quality, queer female, video content, and OML Originals, a female-led production company telling diverse female stories through a vast spectrum of film and television genres. Today, Shirin guides seekers in her six-week program, Free to...2023-06-2849 min
Live Your GeniusEp 85: The Freedom to BE YOU & Fulfillment beyond Material Possessions with Shirin EttesamOn this episode, host Analena invites guest Shirin Etessam to discuss the importance of finding personal fulfillment beyond material possessions and societal expectations. Shirin emphasizes the need to connect with one's true self and embrace spirituality to live an authentic and fulfilling life. They discuss the negative impacts of content overload and how decluttering the mind and heart can lead to a more purposeful life. Shirin also shares insights from her six-year soul journey and her book FREE TO BE that offers a six-week process for connecting to one's inner core and experience true fulfillment in life. Listeners will...2023-06-2053 min
Happy InsightsS02E17 - Free To Be The Best Version of You w/ Shirin EtessamJoin Happy Ali and author, Shirin Etessam, as they talk about her becoming free of the past and being free to be you! This is a must watch episode as Shirin talks about her journey from dispair to self discovery and personal evolution. Shinin's new book breaks down her process and creates a six-week journey to personal freedom. Shirin Etessam is an entrepreneur, seasoned media executive, and transformational speaker. She has produced films, original television series and specials, created several companies, and led campaigns for some of the world’s most recognized companies (ABC, CBS, Discovery, BBC, Facebook, Apple, In...2023-06-2044 min
Listen to Top Full Audiobooks in Health & Wellness, Mental Health & PsychologyFree To Be: A 6 Week Guide to Reclaiming Your Soul by Shirin EtessamPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/679653to listen full audiobooks.
Title: Free To Be: A 6 Week Guide to Reclaiming Your Soul
Author: Shirin Etessam
Narrator: Shirin Etessam
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Length: 5 hours 36 minutes
Release date: June 20, 2023
Genres: Mental Health & Psychology
Publisher's Summary:
From an early age we're taught that in order to be worthy, to find true happiness, to be 'somebody,' we have to accomplish many things. We become achievement machines, always grasping for the next big win to send a signal to the world—and to ourselves—that we've 'made it.' That we are happy. But do we e...2023-06-205h 36
Stream Popular Full Audiobooks in Health & Wellness, Mindfulness & MeditationFree To Be: A 6 Week Guide to Reclaiming Your Soul by Shirin EtessamPlease visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/679653 to listen full audiobooks. Title: Free To Be: A 6 Week Guide to Reclaiming Your Soul Author: Shirin Etessam Narrator: Shirin Etessam Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 5 hours 36 minutes Release date: June 20, 2023 Genres: Mindfulness & Meditation Publisher's Summary: From an early age we're taught that in order to be worthy, to find true happiness, to be 'somebody,' we have to accomplish many things. We become achievement machines, always grasping for the next big win to send a signal to the world—and to ourselves—that we've 'made it.' That we are happy. But do we e...2023-06-2030 min
The Art of Feminine Business with Julie FouchtGuiding You to Your Soul Journey with Shirin EtessamWe all take different paths in life but only a few of us have the courage to stop, think, and realize that the path they are on is not the one for them. Today, I’ve met someone who did exactly that and I relate to her story so strongly because I’ve been on that journey too. Let me introduce you to Shirin Etessam. Shirin is an entrepreneur, seasoned media executive, and transformational speaker. She has produced films, original television series and specials, created several companies, and led campaigns for some of the world’s most r...2023-06-1934 min
The Reluctant MediumSix Weeks to Reclaim Your Soul, with Shirin Etessam"People go from situation to situation whether it’s getting into a new relationship or a new job or a vacation or whatever, and striving for the award, the accolades, and all of that. And those are all great. But there also temporary. And there temporary, because no matter how much you try to fill in the missing link, it still doesn’t connect you to your inner self."Back to my therapy routes in this interview with Shirin Etessam! She experienced the Hero’s Journey (going through a ton of darkness to get to the light...2023-06-1543 min
Life, Death & The Space Between with Dr. Amy RobbinsThe Power of Play with Shirin EtessamWhen was the last time you took time out of your day to play? Today we talk with Shirin Etessam, an entrepreneur, seasoned media executive, and transformational speaker who recognized the power of play in a world full of rigid structures, schedules, and expectations. Listen in to hear how this high-level corporate employee and entrepreneur turned to spirituality, the power of play for your mind, spirit, and body, and the importance of play for children and adults. Topics We Discuss: [1:50] Shirin’s jump i...2023-06-1543 min
Athena Wellness Podcast - Reclaiming Our Warrior SpiritWellness Wednesday: How to Rewrite Your Story with Shirin Etessam#205 Today is Wednesday, time for a little wellness boost - a shortened episode to keep your Warrior Vibe high.Once again, today’s guest is writer and entrepreneur Shirin Etessam. During this discussion, Shirin shares how to re-write your story by equating the process to a classic movie and sharing a technique for moving forward. Links:Shirin’s website: https://www.shirinetessam.comShirin’s book: https://www.shirinetessam.com/freetobe/Shi...2023-06-1410 min
The Soul Amplified PodcastReclaim your Soul with Shirin EtessamShirin Etessam experienced a major upheaval in life, which of course led her down a twisty path of personal growth, lots of honesty & a spiritual revolution. Once a "Half-Assed Spiritualist", she discovered herself along the way, & reconnected with her Soul. Now she is sharing with others the same practices she used for herself. Hopefully you won't have to go through the 6 year process she did! She put all her discoveries into a book, titled:Free to Be: A 6-Week Guide to Reclaiming Your SoulShirin shares:What she thinks the...2023-06-141h 11
Unpacking Possibility with Dr. Traci SteinEp. 44 - 6 Weeks to Reclaiming Your Soul with Shirin EtessamMedia exec, transformational speaker, and proud member of the LGBTQIA+ community, Shirin Etessam shared strategies from her forthcoming book, FREE TO BE: A Six-Week Guide to Reclaiming Your Soul. Shirin detailed her remarkable 6-year quest for healing after a shocking split. Shirin emerged with a new outlook, new love, and a science-backed 6-week formula for living a happier, healthier, more authentic life. Examples include brain and heart “detoxing” from the “infoxication” that we’re bombarded with on a daily basis, rewriting our personal stories, and getting clear on which people are (and aren’t) your “people.” The lessons found in her...2023-06-1351 min
Athena Wellness Podcast - Reclaiming Our Warrior SpiritReclaiming Your Soul with Shirin Etessam#204 Imagine a shattering life-altering heartbreak, one that brings you to your knees in an empty abyss where you question who you are, who you love and your purpose in the world. That was the beginning of a six year healing process today’s guest experienced and not only thrived but wrote the book she wished she had in those dark days.I’m joined today by author and entrepreneur Shirin Etessam. Shirin’s book is scheduled for release on June 20, 2023 and titled Free to Be, A Six Week Guid...2023-06-1136 min