SPFPP 414: Stigma Made Simple - The Metaphysics of Identity with Sheikha Sakina M.MSc
When you receive a herpes diagnosis, it is incredibly common to let that one virus overwrite your entire sense of self—disregarding every other amazing aspect of your being. At SPFPP, we define this phenomenon as a "fragmentation of identity."
This week, Courtney Brame sits down with Sheikha Sakina to explore this fragmentation through a completely different lens: the metaphysics of identity. Anchoring their conversation in Erving Goffman's classic definition of stigma, Courtney and Sheikha simplify the mechanics of shame by looking at how all energy and matter comes into existence and maintains itself. Together, they discuss simple, physics-based applications to help you challenge your deeply ingrained beliefs and ultimately change your behaviors.
Disclaimer: This episode is highly geared toward our long-time listeners who are ready for deep, introspective work. It leans heavily into the spiritual, self-help, "have-you-tried-yoga" realm of healing. But if you have the willingness to explore your identity at an energetic level, this conversation will offer a profoundly liberating perspective on stigma.
Here’s how you can connect with our guest:
https://www.instagram.com/wearealsakina
