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June 14, 2023 31 mins

In the sixth episode of "10 Years Out: Stories from My Queer Community," your host Sam Fagan welcomes Janan, a queer cis woman, to share her inspiring journey of self-discovery and transformation. Born into a strict Muslim family in Texas, Janan defied societal expectations to forge her own path towards personal freedom and enlightenment.

Join Sam and Janan as they delve into the profound impact that finding peace in the yoga world had on Janan's life. Through the practice of yoga, she discovered the power of personal responsibility, learning to take ownership of her story and embrace her authentic self. Janan's resilience shines through as she navigates the complex intersection of her queer identity and her religious and cultural upbringing.

In this episode, Janan guides us through her transformative experiences, emphasizing the importance of radical acceptance and radical forgiveness. She shares her insights on how these practices have enabled her to create a sense of Heaven on Earth, despite the challenges she has faced.

Listeners will be inspired by Janan's courage, strength, and unwavering determination to live her truth.

Tune in to this captivating episode of "10 Years Out" as Sam and her guest Janan illuminate the power of embracing radical acceptance and forgiveness, providing invaluable guidance for anyone seeking to create their own Heaven on Earth, no matter their background or circumstances.

Janan's IG: https://www.instagram.com/janansiam/

Janan's TikTok

Janan's Podcast: https://www.instagram.com/seeparadoxpodcast/

Where Janan teaches & coaches: @bigpoweryoga and @lightyearleadership

10 Years Out Website: https://tenyearsoutpodcast.com

Sam’s Instagram: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/suprsam/⁠⁠

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