E089 - Why Do We Feel So Empty Inside? (Psychologist Reveals Fixes) | Dr. Saliha Afridi
First Things THRST14 Maj 2025

E089 - Why Do We Feel So Empty Inside? (Psychologist Reveals Fixes) | Dr. Saliha Afridi

Dr. Saliha Afridi, clinical psychologist and founder of The Lighthouse Arabia, joins us for a powerful conversation on the true path to mental well-being. In a world obsessed with hacks, shortcuts, and surface-level wellness, Saliha offers a grounded perspective: healing isn’t quick—it’s deep, reflective work. From high-performing clients masking trauma to the emotional isolation men often face, this episode dives into what genuine mental health progress really looks like.

00:00 Introduction
01:00 Working in Dubai among high-achievers
04:00 Psychedelic therapy: potential vs pitfalls
11:09 How to choose a great therapist
13:10 Therapy as lifelong self-work
16:46 Founding The Lighthouse Arabia
17:26 Why men struggle with emotional support
21:47 Helping men connect to their inner world
27:17 Emotional regulation vs repression
35:08 Why we sabotage ourselves
50:02 Purpose beyond success
58:58 Sadness vs clinical depression
1:14:30 The impact of social media on relationships

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