Maskaxda and Healing Podcast
Episodes
Depression Part 2: Isolation & Support with Dr. Ahmed
19 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we continue the conversation on depression with Dr. Ahmed.We talk about treatment, coping with isolation, and how to support someone ...
Depression Pt. 1: Fahamka & Misconceptions with Dr. Ahmed
17 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we talk about depression and the common misconceptions around it.We simply explain what depression is and the different types, so it’...
Xaasidnimo (Envy): Fahamka Dareenka
15 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Envy is an emotion many people experience but rarely talk about.In this episode, Dr. Ahmed, Hadith and I explore:How envy and jealousy affect mental h...
Difaaca Maskaxda Series: Coping with Projection | Part 2 with Dr. Ahmed
27 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Projection is one of the most common defense mechanisms but how do we cope with it? In this episode, Dr. Ahmed shares practical strategies to recogniz...
Defense Mechanisms Series: Projection Explained | Difaaca Maskaxda Part 1 with Dr. Ahmed
18 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Defense Mechanisms Series – Part 1: ProjectionDr. Ahmed explains Projection, a key psychological defense mechanism that influences how we think and ...
Wa Maxay Repression Iyo Denial
30 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Defense mechanisms, or "difaac maskaxda" in Somali, are psychological strategies used by individuals to cope with reality and maintain self-...
Wa Maxay Defense/Difaac Maskaxda
20 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Defense mechanisms, or "difaac maskaxda" in Somali, are psychological strategies used by individuals to cope with reality and maintain self-...
Frozen Orange for Anxiety – Maskaxda Dejiso
30 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this short grounding episode, I show you how to use a frozen orange to calm your mind and body. It’s a simple DBT-inspired technique that helps d...
Therapist Series: Obsessive Compulsive Disorder | Dr. Ahmed
15 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Dr. Ahmed from Somali Psychology joins usto explain obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD) — We talk aboutthe different types, sympt...
Naftaada U Naxariiso
08 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Self-compassion or isku naxirista naftaada waa marka aad naftaada si tartiib ah ula hadasho marka ay noloshu adkaato ama aad qalad dareento.Self-compa...
Therapist Series Ep. 3 Dr. Ashwak – Youth, Therapy & Stigma
24 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This is the third episode of the Therapist Series on Maskaxda & Healing. I spoke with Dr. Ashwak, a Somali therapist, about youth mental health an...
Fahamka Trauma | Therapist Series ft. Dr. Ahmed
17 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to another episode of the Therapist Series on Maskaxda & Healing. Waxan la hadlay Dr.Ahmed oo sharaxay trauma– waxu yahay iyo sida uu ji...
Therapist Series: Exploring Mental Health & Addiction with Lul, LPCC, LADC
21 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to the Therapist Series on Maskaxda & Healing.In this episode-I talk with Lul (LPCC, LADC) about the connection between mental health and ...
Healing From What I Couldn’t Say
10 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Maskaxda & Healing, I open up about a part of my story I kept buried for almost a decade. Back in 2016, I was silently struggli...
Sida lo dejiyo maskaxda
07 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Waxaad ku baranaysa hab ka cawinaya ina dejiso maskaxda. Waxaad isticmaali doonta 5 wax aad aragto, 4 wax aad taabato, 3wax aad maqasho, 2 wax aad uri...
Suffering in Silence: Alan’s Journey Through Postpartum Depression
05 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Maskaxda & Healing, we are joined by Alan, who courageously shares her personal experience with postpartum depression. For a lo...
Positive affirmation af somali
04 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Affirmation is one of my favorite to practice daily! Sharing positive words to heal, uplift and bring peace to your mind. Podcast affirmation/erayo wa...
Welcome
30 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Maskaxda and Healing is about mental health, healing and life struggles. Hoping this to be safe space to share, grow and feel understood inshallah