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Our guest today is Daniela Pierre-Bravo, a New York City-based journalist, bestselling author, and speaker known for her impactful work in amplifying the voices of underrepresented communities, immigration, and women's rights. With a strong background in journalism, Daniela has contributed to notable platforms such as NBC, MSNBC, Forbes, and New York Magazine. As a former DACA recipient, her personal journey from being undocumented to achieving professional success provides her with a unique and insightful perspective on overcoming adversity in the workplace. Through her advocacy and storytelling, Daniela offers a compelling narrative that resonates with individuals navigating similar challenges. Her extensive experience and commitment to empowering marginalized communities make her a valuable addition to the podcast, providing practical wisdom and inspiration for those facing career obstacles.
The key moments in this episode are:00:02:25 - Overcoming Obstacles as an Immigrant
00:02:13 - Building a Community of Professional Women
00:10:36 - Navigating Other’s Privilege in Building Your Career
00:14:12 - Reporting on Immigration as a Daca Recipient Journalist
00:16:31 - Regulating the Nervous System
00:19:09 - Creating Community and Coaching
00:22:41 - Bravery and Vulnerability
00:26:21 - Importance of Subscribing and Leaving Reviews
Connect with Daniela Pierre-Bravo
Website danielapierrebravo.com
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/ddaniela-pierre-bravo
Instagram: @dpierrebravo
X: @dpierrebravo
Connect with Amina AlTai
Website: aminaaltai.com
Instagram: @aminaaltai
TikTok: @theaminaaltai
Linkedin: linkedin/in/aminaaltai
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Brea Baker, a dedicated freedom fighter and writer, brings nearly a decade of frontline activism to our conversation. From contributing to advocacy campaigns, such as the 2017 Women's March, to addressing racial injustice, Brea has made a significant impact with her work. Her expertise extends to advising public figures on social justice and writing for major publications like Elle, Harper's Bazaar, and Refinery 29. As a recipient of the 2023 Creative Capital award and a Yale alum, Brea's book, Rooted: The American Legacy of Land Theft and the Modern Movement for Black Land Ownership, offers a deep dive into the need for reparations as an economic, racial, and environmental justice policy.
The key moments in this episode are:00:02:24 - Brea's Journey To Writing
00:10:35 - Writing A Book On Land Theft
00:12:04 - Dealing With Grief And Taking Action
00:12:47 - Oral History And Ancestral Knowledge
00:14:27 - The Importance Of Black And Indigenous Land Ownership
00:16:41 - Systemic Overwork And Land Theft
00:24:17 - Preserving Family History
00:25:22 - Writing Family Stories
00:28:03 - Personal Connection To Land
00:30:46 - Reparations And Environmental Justice
Connect with Brea Baker
Website: breabaker.com
Book: breabaker.com/rooted
Instagram: @FreckledWhileBlack
Connect with Amina AlTai
Website: aminaaltai.com
Instagram: @aminaaltai
TikTok: @theaminaaltai
Linkedin: linkedin/in/aminaaltai
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Lewis Weil is a former scientist turned entrepreneur and financial planner. With a background in molecular biology and a knack for running diverse business projects, Lewis decided to use his privilege of growing up around financial planners to support marginalized people plan their futures. As the founder of Lewis Weil Co., he brings a fresh and compassionate approach to financial planning. His philosophy centers around empowering people to align their finances with their values and life goals and understands the complex interplay between personal finance and individual well-being. Lewis's commitment to long-term thinking and understanding the societal impacts of financial decisions adds a unique dimension to his expertise, making him a trusted guide for historically excluded groups seeking inclusive and compassionate financial planning strategies. Through his holistic and shame-free approach, Lewis aims to support individuals in navigating the complexities of the financial system and finding financial security while honoring their motivations and purpose.
The key moments in this episode are:00:04:57 - Compassionate and Shame-Free Financial Planning
00:10:18 - Holistic Approach to Financial Planning
00:14:48 - Building a Financial Legacy
00:15:35 - Identifying Personal Values
00:16:49 - Managing Debt and Saving
00:19:21 - Budgeting for Variable Income
00:28:27 - The Changing Financial Landscape
00:30:00 - Connecting with Lewis
Connect with Lewis Weil
Website: lewisweil.com
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/lewisweil
Instagram: @lewisweil
Connect with Amina AlTai
Website: aminaaltai.com
Instagram: @aminaaltai
TikTok: @theaminaaltai
Linkedin: linkedin/in/aminaaltai
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Darlene Cordero founded Wellness Culture, an organization dedicated to supporting wellness practitioners, teachers, and healers. Focused on nurturing and advocating for the success and well-being of this industry, she is guided by a passion for driving culture and collective consciousness. As a strategic advisor for leaders, founders, and startups, Darlene facilitates crucial strategic decisions and connections. Her creative vision has led to impactful collaborations with luminaries such as Deepak Chopra and multi-Grammy award-winning Latin recording artist J Balvin.
Darlene is also the author of The Healer's Playbook: Empowering Wellness Entrepreneurs, a guide designed to help wellness practitioners build purpose-driven, thriving businesses. The book offers practical strategies, authentic storytelling, and meaningful connections to align goals and elevate their impact.
The key moments in this episode are:00:02:33 - Non-Linear Career Paths
00:05:32 - Embracing Life Amidst Health Challenges
00:12:52 - The Healer's Playbook
00:14:02 - Finding Purpose While Writing a Book
00:15:33 - Everyone is a Healer
00:19:06 - Diversity and Inclusion in the Wellness Space
00:22:59 - Impact Within Organizations
Connect with Darlene Cordero
Website: wellnessculture.co
Instagrams: @meetdarlene
Instagram: @wellnessculture.co
Book: Amazon
Connect with Amina AlTai
Website: aminaaltai.com
Instagram: @aminaaltai
TikTok: @theaminaaltai
Linkedin: linkedin/in/aminaaltai
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Monica Le Baron, an MBA, best-selling author, and sleep expert, specializes in helping ambitious women with sleep disorders achieve a good night's rest in 30 days or less through her program, Sleep Simplified. Her expertise has been recognized by the International Association of Yoga Therapists, Healthy Women, Telemundo 48, and the Insight Timer app. With her proven approach, clients have successfully attained 8 hours of restful sleep, reduced nighttime awakenings, and accelerated sleep initiation. Leveraging her own experience in overcoming insomnia, chronic pain, stress, and anxiety, Monica's commitment to improving sleep quality positions her as a valuable resource for individuals seeking to optimize their well-being.
The key moments in this episode are:
00:02:05 - Monica's Journey to Becoming a Sleep Coach00:08:09 - The Four-Step Framework for Better Sleep
00:11:06 - Finding Your Optimal Sleep Time
00:14:45 - Structural Abnormalities and Sleep Support
00:17:24 - Cognitive Impairment from Lack of Sleep
00:20:34 - Importance of Quality Sleep
00:21:53 - Addressing Sleep Gap and Shift Work
Connect with Monica Le Baron
Website: monicalebaron.com
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/monicalebaron
Facebook: facebook.com/sleepsimplified
Instagram: @monica.le.baron
Connect with Amina AlTai
Website: aminaaltai.com
Instagram: @aminaaltai
TikTok: @theaminaaltai
Linkedin: linkedin/in/aminaaltai
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Lia Avellino, LCSW, serves as the CEO of Spoke Circles and is a relational and somatic psychotherapist specializing in anti-oppressive interventions. With a focus on modern love, women's wellness, and individual empowerment, Lia's expertise extends to her role as an advisor at the Well Relationship Columns for Well+Good, where she contributes valuable insights and serves as a media commentator. Her commitment to utilizing experiential learning frameworks and bringing the science and ethos of therapy into community settings has established her as a prominent figure in the field. Lia's extensive experience and dedication to empowering individuals make her a trusted resource for navigating and managing spiraling thoughts, providing practical strategies and guidance for those seeking to overcome these challenges.
The key moments in this episode are:
00:00:05 - The Illusion of Internal Solutions00:02:20 - Depathologizing the Human Experience
00:05:24 - The Function of Behavior
00:09:26 - Embracing Uncertainty and Discomfort
00:13:36 - Connecting with Leah
Connect with Lia Avelino
Website: spokecircles.comInstagram: @lialoveavellino
Instagram: @spokecircles
Connect with Amina AlTai
Website: aminaaltai.com
Instagram: @aminaaltai
TikTok: @theaminaaltai
Linkedin: linkedin/in/aminaaltai
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Today’s expert is Amy Bonaduce-Gardner.
Amy is a nervous system coach and the owner of prism movement studio. She has been a teacher for 25 years and has taught everyone from preschoolers to olympic athletes. With a degree in psychology and training in movement and dance, Amy has taught in both the public school system and in private practice. Her work focuses on the relationship between the nervous system and physical and emotional well-being, providing relief for clients with unresolved physical and emotional challenges.
The key moments in this episode are:00:01:57 - A Nervous System Perspective
00:06:57 - Tools for Getting Unstuck
00:13:18 - Acknowledging Our Thoughts
00:13:47 - Embracing Stuckness
00:14:03 - Normalizing Human Experience
Connect with Amy Bonaduce-Gardner
Website: prismmovement.comInstagram: @prismmovementstudio
Connect with Amina AlTai
Website: aminaaltai.comInstagram: @aminaaltai
TikTok: @theaminaaltai
Linkedin: linkedin/in/aminaaltai
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Megan Hellerer the founder and CEO of Coaching for Underfulfilled Overachievers, and the author of the new book, Directional Living: The Underfulfilled Overachiever’s Guide to Fulfillment in Work and Life, which outlines a framework for a brand new paradigm for career fulfillment in the 21st century. After checking all of the traditional boxes of success—graduating at the top of her class from Stanford and spending 8 years as a Google executive—and still finding herself deeply unhappy, she quit her “great-on-paper” job with no plan. Megan has led hundreds of Underfulfilled Overachievers, including representative AOC, to transform their lives by transforming their careers. Now, her mission is to provide others with the support and guidance that she needed and couldn't find when she herself was struggling.
The key moments in this episode are:00:04:57 - Universal Experience of the “Bathroom Floor Moment”
00:11:29 - Introducing Directional Living
00:18:06 - The “Not That” Experiment
00:21:57 - The Myth of Certainty
00:29:16 - The Illusion of Fixed Passion and Purpose
00:30:45 - The Power of Curiosity in Decision-making
Connect with Megan Hellerer
Website: meganhellerer.com
Instagram: @meganhellerer
Connect with Amina AlTai
Website: aminaaltai.com
Instagram: @aminaaltai
TikTok: @theaminaaltai
Linkedin: linkedin/in/aminaaltai
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Anu Gupta (he/el) is a lawyer, educator, scientist, and the Founder of BE MORE with Anu. He founded BE MORE in 2014 after witnessing the social and financial harms of bias to individuals, organizations, and communities firsthand. He foresaw the numerous possibilities available when people have access to mindfulness practices and scientific wisdom. He synthesized his skills as an attorney, research scientist, and a meditation teacher to build programs centered on advancing equity and belonging unlike any that existed before. Anu has logged over 10,000 hours of meditation and developed BE MORE’s approach after 15 years of research that was funded by the National Science Foundation, Nathan Cummings Foundation, the American Heart Association, among others.
The key moments in this episode are:00:02:08 - Anu's Journey
00:10:10 - Ancient Wisdom and Social Connectivity
00:15:47 - Writing as a Process of Self-discovery
00:20:02 - Primary and Secondary Identities
00:26:38 - Moving Beyond Dualities
00:29:00 - Navigating Bias in the Workplace
00:31:27 - Hope in Challenging Times
Connect with Anu Gupta
Website: anuguptany.com
Instagram: @anuguptany
Connect with Amina AlTai
Website: aminaaltai.com
Instagram: @aminaaltai
TikTok: @theaminaaltai
Linkedin: linkedin/in/aminaaltai
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Dana Balicki is a renowned transformational coach and guide, recognized for her expertise in slow down medicine, which integrates inner work and collective action. With a background spanning over a decade as an activist and organizer in anti-occupation and anti-globalization movements, Dana has impacted numerous individuals by facilitating the release of societal programming and fostering subversive curiosity. Her podcast, Crying in My Tea, has garnered acclaim for its profound exploration of the complexities in living an examined life. Dana's extensive experience and insightful perspective uniquely position her to provide valuable insights on sustaining activism without burnout.
The key moments in this episode are:
00:02:42 - Connection to Activism
00:07:37 - Sustaining Activism
00:12:16 - Cultivating Hope
00:15:12 - Balancing Inner Peace and Activism
00:18:22 - Community Care and Support
Connect with Dana Balicki
Website: danabalicki.com
Instagram: @danablix
Connect with Amina AlTai
Website: aminaaltai.com
Instagram: @aminaaltai
TikTok: @theaminaaltai
Linkedin: linkedin/in/aminaaltai
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In this episode, Amina delves into the importance of getting your needs met, particularly in the context of purpose-driven work. Amina emphasizes the impact of honoring one's needs not only on personal well-being but also on the ability to positively influence those around you. When we aren’t getting our needs met there is usually a story or subconscious barrier there. This episode is a must-listen for anyone who is struggling to prioritize their needs, featuring actionable steps to overcome self-imposed limitations and achieve financial well-being.
The key moments in this episode are:
00:02:21 - Meeting Your Needs to Thrive
00:03:52 - Importance of Money in Meeting Needs
00:08:44 - Advocating for Needs
00:11:27 - Giving Back and Supporting Others
00:12:32 - Fear of Destabilization and Sabotage
00:15:43 - Understanding and Overcoming Unmet Needs
Connect with Amina AlTai
Website: aminaaltai.com
Instagram: @aminaaltai
TikTok: @theaminaaltai
Linkedin: linkedin/in/aminaaltai
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Xenia Marie Ross Viray is an imagination healer, multi-dimensional artist, and community weaver known for her work in facilitating workshops and writing. As the founder of "Myths of Creation," her focus lies in reconnecting communities, ideas, and art forms at the intersection of creativity, spirituality, and systems thinking. Today, we dive deep into the world of Human Design. It’s a body of work you’ve heard me mention quite often throughout this podcast and this is the first episode that does a deep dive into it. If you love astrology and the esoteric and want more clues / intel about your purpose, this episode is for you.
The key moments in this episode are:
00:02:09 - Xenia's Career Journey
00:06:25 - Introduction to Human Design
00:16:49 - Integrity of Human Design
00:20:54 - Xenia's Human Design Chart Reading for Amina
00:27:18 - Embracing a Chorus of Voices
00:31:18 - The Four Categories of Purpose
Connect with Xenia Marie Ross Viray
Website: mythsofcreation.com
Instagram: @MythsofCreation
Special link to book readings (for our subscribers only) https://calendly.com/mythsofcreation/human-design
Connect with Amina AlTai
Website: aminaaltai.com
Instagram: @aminaaltai
TikTok: @theaminaaltai
Linkedin: linkedin/in/aminaaltai
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Paola Atlason is a holistic nourishment teacher based in New York City. With a certification as a wellness practitioner since 2017, Paola's expertise in mindful eating and spirituality spans over two decades. Having struggled with her own mental and physical health, she is passionate about helping her clients live happier, healthier, and freer lives. Paola's approach, often described as a blend of nutritionist, spiritual teacher, and counselor, focuses on developing self-trust with ease, beauty, and joy, aligning bodies, minds, and spirits.
The key moments in this episode are:
00:06:29 - Building Self-Trust
00:13:05 - Wellness Industry Shift
00:18:09 - Journey to Self-Discovery
00:21:30 - Parts Work and Entrepreneurship
00:26:39 - Building a Financial Parachute
00:27:57 - Self-Compassion and Balancing Energy
Connect with Paola Atlason
Website: Paolaatlason.live
Instagram: @paolaatlasonwellness
Connect with Amina AlTai
Website: aminaaltai.com
Instagram: @aminaaltai
TikTok: @theaminaaltai
Linkedin: linkedin/in/aminaaltai
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Jacqueline Cooke is a creative director and brand resonance expert, having collaborated with leading brands such as Bumble, Heyday Skincare, and Nike for over a decade. During her career journey, Jacqueline found the need to work with someone who had a genuine passion for empowering individuals to embrace their authentic selves—that’s where Amina came in. Now on her second round of coaching with Amina, Jacqueline shares what it’s been like to work with Amina and wat’s really changed.
The key moments in this episode are:
00:02:35 - Choosing Coaching and Personal Transformation
00:09:21 - The Power of Group Work
00:11:29 - Embracing Unique Career Paths
00:16:21 - Mindset Shift and Group Support
00:18:08 - Pursuing What Charms You
Connect with Jacqueline Cooke
Website: mersenestudios.com
Instagram: @jacmersene
Instagram: @mersenestudios
Connect with Amina AlTai
Website: aminaaltai.com
Instagram: @aminaaltai
TikTok: @theaminaaltai
Linkedin: linkedin/in/aminaaltai
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Did you know that building a successful business and avoiding burnout could be as simple as prioritizing your well-being? In a world where hustle culture reigns supreme, it's easy to forget that taking care of yourself is the key to sustainable growth. But what if nourishing your body and setting healthy boundaries could actually lead to more clarity, creativity, and better decision-making in your business? Imagine being able to work smarter, not harder, and still see incredible results. In this episode, Amina shares her hard-won wisdom on how to design your workweek around your body's unique rhythms, set healthy boundaries, and regulate your nervous system for optimal performance. Get ready to transform your approach to business and well-being in ways you never thought possible. Stay tuned for Amina's game-changing insights that could revolutionize the way you build and grow.
The key moments in this episode are:
00:03:06 - Avoiding Burnout in Business
00:07:33 - Importance of Setting Boundaries
00:10:42 - Designing Workweek around Body's Energy
00:12:00 - Designing Your Calendar for Wellbeing
00:12:42 - Regulating Your Nervous System
00:13:59 - Tools for Regulating Nervous System
00:14:49 - Importance of Community Care
Connect with Amina AlTai
Website: aminaaltai.comInstagram: @aminaaltai
TikTok: @theaminaaltai
Linkedin: linkedin/in/aminaaltai
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Amina's journey into scaling small businesses beyond 100K was sparked by her own experiences as a solopreneur. Striving to take her business to the next level, she encountered challenges and setbacks that prompted her to seek out effective strategies for growth. Through trial and error, she discovered the importance of understanding the unique flywheel that drives individual businesses, recognizing the need to extend her signature offerings, and reevaluating pricing structures. Scaling your business may seem hard, but with these simple tips, you’ll be on your way past 100k in no time!
The key moments in this episode are:
00:01:01 - Importance of Celebrating Small Wins
00:04:13 - Understanding Your Flywheel
00:07:46 - Scaling Your Signature Offer
00:09:06 - Reevaluating Pricing and Growing Your Team
00:13:24 - Building a Solid Foundation
00:13:49 - Easing Business Growth
Connect with Amina AlTai
Website: aminaaltai.com
Instagram: @aminaaltai
TikTok: @theaminaaltai
Linkedin: linkedin/in/aminaaltai
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Hey there, aspiring entrepreneurs and individuals seeking additional income! Ever felt the pressure to start a side hustle, only to end up feeling overwhelmed and stuck? The frustration of wanting to make more money but not knowing where to start can be incredibly disheartening. If this sounds familiar, you're not alone. Let's break free from the ineffective advice and take actionable steps to kickstart your side hustle with confidence and resilience. It's time to turn those ideas into reality and boost your income. Are you ready to make it happen?
The key moments in this episode are:
00:01:31 - Rethinking the Idea of Side Hustle
00:02:51 - Starting Your Side Business
00:04:52 - Crafting a Minimal Viable Offer
00:12:11 - Assigning Value to New Revenue Streams
00:13:35 - Regulating Your Nervous System
00:15:06 - Getting Feedback and Adjusting
Connect with Amina AlTai
Website: aminaaltai.com
Instagram: @aminaaltai
TikTok: @theaminaaltai
Linkedin: linkedin/in/aminaaltai
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In this episode, Amina AlTai discusses how to quit your day job with a spiritual approach, offering insights on integrating spiritual principles into career transitions. She shares personal anecdotes and practical advice, emphasizing purpose, integrity, and spiritual consciousness. If you're considering a career pivot, this episode provides valuable guidance and actionable steps for a more fulfilling and authentic journey.
The key moments in this episode are:
00:00:05 - Enrollment for Authenticity Pays Accelerator
00:02:03 - How to Quit Your Day Job but Make It Spiritual
00:03:34 - Letting Spirit In
00:04:44 - Confront Your Fears
00:05:45 - Stop Hiding
00:11:46 - Quitting with IntegrityConnect with Amina AlTai
Website: aminaaltai.comInstagram: @aminaaltai
TikTok: @theaminaaltai
Linkedin: linkedin/in/aminaaltai
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Brittany Driscoll is the Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Squeeze, a way better massage experience from the founders of Drybar. Brittany spent four years running marketing for Drybar where she helped take the company from $30M to more than $100M, and prior to that Brittany spent over a decade in marketing and advertising. Her passion for supporting women in business and her remarkable journey as a cancer survivor and wellness advocate make her a true inspiration. Brittany's commitment to creating purpose-driven businesses and empowering entrepreneurs through franchising reflects her dedication to ethical wealth building. With her insights into crafting unforgettable brands and building businesses with genuine impact, Brittany's expertise is sure to provide valuable perspectives for entrepreneurs and female founders.
The key moments in this episode are:
00:07:10 - Creating Emotional Relationships with Brands
00:10:25 - Prioritizing Employee Experience
00:13:53 - Vision for Community Transformation
00:21:34 - Learning from Hard Moments
00:24:43 - The Benefits of FranchisingConnect with Brittany Driscoll
Instagram: @brit_driscoll
Instagram: @squeeze
Website: squeezemassage.com
Connect with Amina AlTai
Website: aminaaltai.com
Instagram: @aminaaltai
TikTok: @theaminaaltai
Linkedin: linkedin/in/aminaaltai
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Minda Harts is an influential author and speaker known for her bestsellers "The Memo" and "Right Within," along with the YA book "You Are More Than Magic." She is a respected voice in advocating for women of color, self-advocacy, and rebuilding trust in the workplace. Minda's impact extends to major conferences and companies, including Nike, Zoom, Best Buy, Google, and the Aspen Ideas Festival. As an NYU assistant professor and founder of the Memo LLC, she actively shapes future leaders and empowers professionals. Her expertise has been honored by LinkedIn as the top voice for equity in the workplace in 2020 and by Business Insider as one of the top 100 people transforming businesses in 2022. Currently, Minda is dedicated to her new book, delving into the essential topic of rebuilding trust in the workplace.
The key moments in this episode are:
00:08:25 - Healing from Workplace Trauma
*Please note, Amina mentions Kenneth Jones, but she meant Keith Jones
00:13:33 - Embracing Freedom in the Workplace
00:18:58 - Tactics for Building Trust
00:29:43 - Removing Barriers and Creating a Supportive Environment
Connect with Minda Harts
Instagram: @mindaharts
X: @mindaharts
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/mindaharts
Website Mindaharts.com
Connect with Amina AlTai
Website: aminaaltai.com
Instagram: @aminaaltai
TikTok: @theaminaaltai
Linkedin: linkedin/in/aminaaltai
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