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Furkhan Dandia Therapist and Coach

I am a men's coach, therapist, group facilitator, podcaster and author. My journey began five years ago when I was going through a separation. I found myself alone and in a shame spiral that our culture and society covertly exert on people due to the perceived "failure" of a marriage. Unfortunately, I personalized that message which led me to fall deeper into a hole, causing me to surround myself with people that did not serve me and engage in substance abuse. While seeking Therapy, I was not making the wholesale changes I needed.

As part of my experience with therapy, I realized that I am not alone in the challenges men my age experience (I separated at the age of 34/35). I realized I could be a voice for men like myself and offer support in this space. In the middle of the pandemic, I applied for a Master's degree in Psychology to become a therapist. This change was a significant shift for me as I worked in the corporate world as an engineer. Once I leaned into the space of supporting other men, I also started a podcast to normalize these difficult conversations and started a men's group a year later with the support of a friend.

I thought I was giving something back when I started the men's group. However, I quickly realized I was getting substantially more from the connections I built than I initially anticipated. It was also something I needed because I was going through another breakup.

At that point, I also realized that I had not taken the time to heal, and I was outsourcing my healing through romantic Relationships, substances, material acquisitions and superficial relationships. I decided to step away from the outgoing Lifestyle and started to focus on my healing which was another phase of evolution for me on my journey. Over the last year and a half, I have become mindful of the people I spend my time with. I have cleaned my lifestyle of substances, toxic environments and behaviours. I have focused on my Sleep, my health and my knowledge. I have improved my spiritual relationship with myself, which was lacking the most over the past five years. This is the best I have felt.

As part of my solitude journey and to find myself again, I also released a book encapsulating my journey, which I hope to share with others. My book is titled: The Pursuit of Self-Love.

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Uncovering The Reality Of Human Trafficking And Addiction Recovery &Raquo; 88339877501Ca28B4D92Ea79Be0C2F23 9
Uncovering the Reality of Human Trafficking and Addiction Recovery

In this episode of the EZ Podcast, Lillian shares her extensive experience in helping individuals overcome Trauma and addiction. With over 35 years in the care space, she delves into her journey of re…

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In this episode of the EZ Podcast, Lillian shares her extensive experience in helping individuals overcome trauma and addiction. With over 35 years in the care space, she delves into her journey of recovery, emphasizing the importance of addressing root causes rather than just symptoms. Lillian discusses the prevalence of human trafficking and substance abuse, advocating for a holistic approach to healing that includes body, soul, and spirit. She highlights the role of Education and community involvement in addressing these issues and provides practical advice for those in recovery. This impac…

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Overcoming Trauma And Anxiety: Insights From A Psychotherapist And Survivor &Raquo; 88339877501Ca28B4D92Ea79Be0C2F23 9
Overcoming Trauma and Anxiety: Insights from a Psychotherapist and Survivor

In this episode of the EZ Conversations Podcast, Furkhan engages in a profound conversation with Laurie Singer, a licensed psychotherapist and National Board-certified expert in Applied Behavioural An…

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In this episode of the EZ Conversations Podcast, Furkhan engages in a profound conversation with Laurie Singer, a licensed psychotherapist and National Board-certified expert in Applied Behavioural Analysis. Laurie shares her dramatic personal story, including the traumatic loss of her son and her tumultuous childhood marked by her mother's alcoholism and drug addiction. She discusses the CBT lens and the importance of the environment in shaping thoughts and behaviours, especially in managing Anxiety, Depression, and addictions. The episode also covers practical strategies for coping with stre…

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Adrenaline Junkie To Peace Advocate: John Graham'S Transformative Journey &Raquo; 88339877501Ca28B4D92Ea79Be0C2F23 9
Adrenaline Junkie to Peace Advocate: John Graham's Transformative Journey

In this episode of the EZ Conversations Podcast, former Foreign Service Officer and adventure junkie John Graham shares his incredible life story, tracing his evolution from seeking thrill in dangerou…

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In this episode of the EZ Conversations Podcast, former Foreign Service Officer and adventure junkie John Graham shares his incredible life story, tracing his evolution from seeking thrill in dangerous situations to becoming a devoted peace advocate. John discusses his near-death experiences, including his role in ending apartheid in South Africa, his harrowing experiences in Vietnam, and his work in the Middle East peace efforts. He also discusses his involvement with the Giraffe Heroes Project, TikTok series 'Badass Granddad.' He offers profound insights on the importance of living a meaning…

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Overcoming Hopelessness: A Journey To Suicide Prevention &Raquo; 88339877501Ca28B4D92Ea79Be0C2F23 9
Overcoming Hopelessness: A Journey to Suicide Prevention

In this episode of the EZ Conversations Podcast, hosts Deborah Charman and Brian Wardale share their experiences with suicide attempts and their mission to help others through early prevention program…

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In this episode of the EZ Conversations Podcast, hosts Deborah Charman and Brian Wardale share their experiences with suicide attempts and their mission to help others through early prevention programs. Deb discusses her autobiography and the importance of teaching young people to manage sad feelings before they escalate. At the same time, Brian shares his struggles and the support he received that saved his life. Together, they emphasize the need for preventive education and intervention to make suicide a less likely outcome. The conversation includes insights on intellectual development stag…

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Leadership Lessons From A Navy Seal &Raquo; 88339877501Ca28B4D92Ea79Be0C2F23 9
Leadership Lessons from a Navy SEAL

In this episode of the EZ Conversations Podcast, Furkhan engages in an enlightening conversation with Marty Strong, a former Navy SEAL and current CEO of a healthcare company. Marty shares his diverse…

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In this episode of the EZ Conversations Podcast, Furkhan engages in an enlightening conversation with Marty Strong, a former Navy SEAL and current CEO of a healthcare company. Marty shares his diverse career journey, from his 20 years in the Navy SEALs to his transition into financial services and later to government threat analysis post 9/11. The discussion delves into the core differences between military and corporate leadership, the importance of accountability, and the challenges of maintaining strong leadership through organizational changes. Marty emphasizes the significance of manageme…

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Navigating Internal Conflicts And Finding Meaning In Life: Ifs, Emdr, And Self-Acceptance &Raquo; 88339877501Ca28B4D92Ea79Be0C2F23 9
Navigating Internal Conflicts and Finding Meaning in Life: IFS, EMDR, and Self-Acceptance

In this episode of EZ Conversations, join Furkhan and guest Lindsey Carnick as they dive deep into therapeutic practices like Internal Family Systems (IFS) and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reproce…

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In this episode of EZ Conversations, join Furkhan and guest Lindsey Carnick as they dive deep into therapeutic practices like Internal Family Systems (IFS) and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR). Lindsey shares her passion for understanding how we make meaning of our experiences and how internal narratives shape our lives. They discuss the importance of acceptance, self-empathy, and psychological flexibility in managing internal conflicts and personal Growth. Additionally, they explore the impact of external pressures, the role of storytelling, and the balance between seeking…

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The Quest For Truth: Unveiling The Soul With Dr. Abdallah Rothman &Raquo; 88339877501Ca28B4D92Ea79Be0C2F23 9
The Quest for Truth: Unveiling the Soul with Dr. Abdallah Rothman

In this episode of EZ Conversations, Dr. Abdallah Rothman discusses his journey to Islam and his lifelong pursuit of understanding the human soul. Engaging in a deep exploration of self, spirituality,…

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In this episode of EZ Conversations, Dr. Abdallah Rothman discusses his journey to Islam and his lifelong pursuit of understanding the human soul. Engaging in a deep exploration of self, spirituality, and psychology, Dr. Rothman shares how his experiences across various cultures and religious traditions culminated in his embrace of Islam. He emphasizes the importance of the heart, the ego, and the intellect in achieving wholeness and submission to God. Dr. Rothman also touches on the limitations of current psychological practices and the potential for integrating Islamic principles to achieve …

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Breaking The Chains Of Addiction: A Journey From Heroin To Healing &Raquo; 88339877501Ca28B4D92Ea79Be0C2F23 9
Breaking the Chains of Addiction: A Journey from Heroin to Healing

In this episode of the EZ Conversations Podcast, Patrick shares his compelling journey of overcoming addiction, shame, and personal struggles. He delves into his early years of heroin addiction, the l…

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In this episode of the EZ Conversations Podcast, Patrick shares his compelling journey of overcoming addiction, shame, and personal struggles. He delves into his early years of heroin addiction, the life-changing intervention by his parents, and his path to recovery that began at the age of 19. Now 42 and over 22 years sober, Patrick works as a nurse practitioner in substance abuse and also helps men dealing with various life struggles. He recounts significant breakthroughs in his personal growth, including a transformative Coaching experience and a profound conversation with his mother on fam…

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Parenting With Purpose: Overcoming Challenges And Building Strong Familial Connections &Raquo; 88339877501Ca28B4D92Ea79Be0C2F23 9
Parenting with Purpose: Overcoming Challenges and Building Strong Familial Connections

In this episode of the EZ Conversations Podcast, Furkhan sits down with Richard Ramos, founder of Parents on a Mission, to discuss crucial issues surrounding modern parenting. They explore themes such…

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In this episode of the EZ Conversations Podcast, Furkhan sits down with Richard Ramos, founder of Parents on a Mission, to discuss crucial issues surrounding modern parenting. They explore themes such as the decline of the nuclear family, the erosion of parental authority, and the impact of growing up in challenging environments. Richard shares his personal journey from a troubled youth in Northeast Los Angeles to becoming a mentor for at-risk youth and the inspiration behind starting Parents on a Mission. The conversation delves into the importance of instilling values, role modeling, the cha…

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Overcoming Stuttering: A Holistic Approach To Therapy And Self-Acceptance &Raquo; 88339877501Ca28B4D92Ea79Be0C2F23 9
Overcoming Stuttering: A Holistic Approach to Therapy and Self-Acceptance

In this episode of EZ Conversations, James Burden shares his journey as a speech therapist specializing in stuttering. He discusses the deeper issues of fear and shame associated with stuttering and h…

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In this episode of EZ Conversations, James Burden shares his journey as a speech therapist specializing in stuttering. He discusses the deeper issues of fear and shame associated with stuttering and how overcoming them can make a voice unstoppable. James recounts his experiences with various therapy approaches and mentors and how a personal crisis led him to rethink his methods. He now champions a holistic approach that includes self-acceptance and debunks the myths related to stuttering. James also touches on political movements around stuttering and the concept of ableism and provides practi…

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Healing Relationship Patterns With Trauma Specialist Tammy Cox &Raquo; F7530C7E677A22211F3B39B38Ce9817C
Healing Relationship Patterns with Trauma Specialist Tammy Cox

In this episode of the EZ Conversations podcast, host Furkhan welcomes Tammy Cox, a trauma specialist who helps women heal from childhood wounds to find lasting love or improve their marriages. Tammy …

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In this episode of the EZ Conversations podcast, host Furkhan welcomes Tammy Cox, a trauma specialist who helps women heal from childhood wounds to find lasting love or improve their marriages. Tammy shares her journey of dealing with deep-seated trauma triggered by her experiences as a wife and mother. She explains how early childhood experiences shape our personalities and relationships later in life. Throughout the episode, Tammy discusses the importance of understanding and healing from childhood trauma, the impact of parental relationships on emotional triggers, and the need for vulnerabi…

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Exploring Religious Trauma And Personal Recovery &Raquo; 88339877501Ca28B4D92Ea79Be0C2F23 9
Exploring Religious Trauma and Personal Recovery

In this episode of the EZ Conversations podcast, Rev. Cheryl Kincaid shares her powerful journey navigating religious trauma, addiction in her family, and her path to finding faith and purpose. She di…

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In this episode of the EZ Conversations podcast, Rev. Cheryl Kincaid shares her powerful journey navigating religious trauma, addiction in her family, and her path to finding faith and purpose. She discusses the intersection of religious practice and personal healing, offering insights into the importance of therapy, forgiveness, and boundary setting. Cheryl also delves into her work as a Christian minister and author, advocating for women who have experienced abuse. Throughout the conversation, Cheryl provides valuable lessons in sanctification, the balance between maintaining faith amidst pe…

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