Call Me Sensitive

What happens when you’ve tried to fix everything on the outside… and it still doesn’t feel right?In this episode, Crina Okumus shares what led her inward.We talk about childhood wounds. Fear of losing the people you love. The quiet pressure to hold everything together. And the moment you realize control isn’t giving you the peace you thought it would.At one point, Crina paused her life for three months to write. No expectations. No performance. The book that came out of it, Let It Go, became less a project and more a mirror.We unpack her “triangle of life” model, the idea of releasing emotional baggage without becoming passive, and what it actually looks like to build a personal practice of letting go.Not dramatic. Not mystical.Just the honest work of turning inward.This conversation is about finding the beauty that’s already there. About trusting yourself before there’s applause. About understanding that sometimes the answer isn’t missing.You were just looking in the wrong direction.If you’re tired of searching everywhere else, this one might resonate.TakeawaysThe journey of self-exploration often begins with pain.Letting go is a process that requires trust and acceptance.Self-love is essential for personal growth and happiness.We are all connected and part of a larger community.Facing fears can lead to discovering hidden treasures within.Daily practices help maintain balance and self-connection.Negative comments often reflect the speaker's own wounds.Choosing love over fear is a powerful decision.Nature is a vital source of healing and grounding.• Every lesson learned is a step towards deeper self-awareness.Order Let It Go here.

IceXPaul didn't start extreme sports until 41. No background. Just a realization that "I'm too old" was a lie he'd been telling himself.Five years later, he's racing World Cups against athletes half his age.We talked about the first time fear froze him completely, how he learned to separate ego from readiness, and what changes when you stop listening to everyone else's doubts.This isn't a sports story. It's about questioning the ceiling you've built for yourself.TakeawaysStarted extreme sports at 41, challenging societal norms.Overcoming fears is a step-by-step process.Trusting your body builds confidence in sports.Competing with younger athletes provides motivation.Personal growth comes from setting and achieving goals.Visualization techniques help in preparing for challenges.Failure is a learning opportunity, not a setback.It's never too late to pursue new interests.Surrounding yourself with positive influences is crucial.Inspiring others can lead to a positive ripple effect.

Strength comes from embracing discomfortVulnerability is a source of strength

We don't talk about money enough. And when we do, it's usually in a way that makes you feel behind, confused, or just terrified.Nadine Hunkeler is a financial planner who leads with empathy first, which in her world, is still pretty rare.In this conversation we get into why so many women have a complicated relationship with money, where that comes from, and what it actually takes to change it.It's uncomplicated, no financial jargon - just an open conversation about financial confidence and why it's never ever too late to start.Learn more about this topic by watching Nadine's free workshop: https://www.financephoenix.ch/webinar-sign-up-3-pillars

Being sensitive means your heart gets a little beat up.Not in a dramatic way. In a very normal, human way.You care. You feel things fast and deep. You stay longer than you probably should. Sometimes with people who can’t meet you there.So your heart shows it. A few dents. Some wear and tear.That’s not something to fix.It just means you loved while you were in it, instead of holding back to stay safe.Risk it all! So worth it.

We talked about the exhausting pressure of branding ourselves, the constant need to compete and prove our worth, and why rest isn't optional - it's essential.The conversation went deep into how social media has changed the way we connect (and disconnect), why slowing down feels so radical these days, and what it actually means to shed the old and transform. Spoiler: transformation hurts before it sets you free.We also talked about toxic masculinity or what I'd rather call wounded masculinity. Because that's what it really is. There's hope in watching this shift happen, in seeing more men create safe spaces where sensitivity isn't weakness, it's strength.What stuck with me:Transformation is painful before it becomes freeingThe pressure to constantly compete and prove ourselves is exhaustingBalancing purposeful action with rest isn't luxury - it's survivalWhat we covered:00:00 The pressure of branding and proving ourselves08:14 Balancing purposeful action and rest13:19 The importance of slowing down and embracing boredom21:12 The pressure of performance and the desire for less26:27 Reconnecting through genuine connections32:26 Gratitude and the negativity bias42:25 Reframing toxic masculinity as wounded masculinity49:13 Hope in the shift towards healing masculinity57:21 Creating safe spaces for sensitivitySuscribe to Laskaar's channel here: http://radi.al/laskaaryoutubesusFollow Laskaar on: Instagram: http://radi.al/laskaarinstagramFacebook: http://radi.al/laskaarfacebookSpotify: http://radi.al/laskaarspotify

In a world that often feels overwhelming, it's very important that we pause for a minute and focus on the good that surrounds us. These are stories that remind us of the power of kindness and community.

You know how everyone's always rushing around, trying to get everything done as fast as possible? Well, I recently sat down with Giulia, this amazing 12-year-old podcaster, and we had the most genuine conversation about what really matters - like actually paying attention to what's happening around you and taking time to be creative.What struck me most was hearing Giulia's take on all of this. She gets something that a lot of us adults forget: being present isn't just some trendy mindfulness thing. It's about really seeing the world, noticing the little details, and letting yourself feel things fully. And hearing that perspective from someone her age? It was honestly refreshing and made me rethink how I move through my own days.Please follow Giulia's podcast Life Outside the Phone. I can promise you will learn a few things, and if you have kids, share it with them too. It might inspire them.

Turns out, it’s my best feature. It just means I notice things, especially the good ones most people scroll over. Call Me Sensitive is my way of talking about what’s actually working - people doing cool things, smart things, kind things. We keep it simple, reel and short.And it’s a reminder that good news still exists -you just have to notice it.