• Shirin Etessam: 'Free to Be' – Embracing Play, Soul Purpose and Healing in Six Weeks

  • May 9 2024
  • Length: 28 mins
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Shirin Etessam: 'Free to Be' – Embracing Play, Soul Purpose and Healing in Six Weeks

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    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 the "monkey mind" and internal gremlins to stay focused on writing.
    • Structured approach: Committing to writing a chapter a month, working with editors, and testing exercises with a focus group.
    • Daily Purge and Morning Routine:
      • Importance of the "daily purge": A six-minute exercise to clear negativity and declutter the mind.
      • Different forms of the daily purge, including writing, dancing, and outdoor activities.
    • Week-by-Week Breakdown of "Free to Be":
      • Week One: Decluttering and detoxing the mind.
      • Week Two: Taking care of and protecting the heart.
      • Week Three: Detoxing the body and resetting the relationship with it.
      • Week Four: Embracing play as an essential part of life.
      • Week Five: Finding your true north and understanding the difference between soul and spirit.
      • Week Six: Rewriting your story from the inside out.
    • The Importance of Play:
      • Play as an unintentional yet essential activity for creativity and emotional well-being.
      • Examples of play: Dancing, playing with pets, exploring new places, and engaging in creative activities.
      • Encouraging listeners to identify their "play personality" and incorporate play into their daily lives.
    • Practical Applications and Spiritual Wellness:
      • The continuous journey of self-discovery and the importance of integrating spiritual wellness into daily life.
      • Shirin's mission to redefine spirituality as spiritual health and wellness, distinct from religious connotations.

    Connect with Shirin Etessam: https://shirinetessam.com/

    • Find Shirin's book "Free to Be" on Amazon and other platforms. It’s a six-week guide to reclaiming your soul.

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