Becoming DISScomfortable | Dissing the Comfort with Lyla Sheikh
A self-improvement podcast for Gen Z. Host Lyla Sheikh shares her journey and strategies to build confidence, overcome insecurities, prioritize mental health, and get healthier and stronger. The show encourages listeners to step out of their comfort zones and become a higher version of themselves. Through personal transformation, Lyla aims to inspire others to invest in themselves and turn their vision boards into reality.
Episodes
E34: the opportunity costs of college…networking, freelancing, GAP YEAR? | ✨shower thoughts✨ ep 2
NOT just a rant…this episode contains ACTUALLY useful points to choose between college, freelancing, entrepreneurship & travel (or doing all of these?!) — from someone currently *trying* to do all! :) this video took over a year to finish so you get to see my perspective shift from 19 to 20 years old! BONUS included: networking tips, my GAP YEAR, personal examples from my freelancing experienc
E33: CELIBACY for *almost* 20 YEARS…thoughts on birth control, men & sex | ✨shower thoughts✨ episode 1
hi. welcome to ✨shower thoughts✨ -- a podcast to voice your inner monologue. i lowkey think i have adhd so enjoy this new side quest series *in addition* to our Becoming DISScomfortable self development videos ⬇if you're new to the channel, you better start stalking my page to catch up on all the episodes of Becoming DISScomfortable you've missed 👀⭐️ Don't forget to subscribe for NEXT episodes eve
E32: The Wizard Liz Did NOT "Get" Cheated On...Lessons You Can Learn from TheWizardLiz Situation: NEVER tether your value to another human being | how to protect yourself as a woman
in this episode, Lyla explores the key lessons from The Wizard Liz's recent ex relationship that young girls and women can apply to their own lives to protect themselves. including: The Wizard Liz manifestation, consequences of going viral, marriage, and the power of detaching from this duniya (world). Don't forget to subscribe for future episodes ;) ⭐️ business inquiries ONLY: sheikhlyla@gmail.co
E31: the TRUTH about modern chivalry | is chivalry REALLY dead like they say it is? the rise of princess treatment, equity vs. equality--the KEY to modern chivalry
in this episode, lyla explores the sentiments surrounding modern chivalry and questions whether or not "chivalry is dead". she provides examples of chivalry in real life and the resurgence of "princess treatment" as is popularized on social media, but also considers that everyone has different experiences and prefers to keep an open mind. the emphasis is the importance of bringing nuance into disc
E30: toxic people can make you UGLY *literally* | the opportunity costs of toxic people & 7 major signs of TOXICITY to watch out for vigilantly
from dysregulating your nervous system to causing acne flairs as a stress response, toxic people can make your life a living hell. in this episode, lyla shares her experience of dealing with such people and how they caused her health to deteriorate. she assesses the opportunity costs of toxic people and encourages you to practice distance over disrespect if you're surrounded by people that dis
E29: NEVER throw your life away for a man | gossip girl toxic characters analysis (chuck and blair, dan & vanessa), self respect, independence & toxic attachment styles from mommy and/or daddy issues
In this episode, Lyla analyzes the relationships between fictional characters Chuck and Blair, Dan Humphrey, Serena Van Der Woodsen, and Vanessa Abrams from the popular show Gossip Girl, highlighting the toxicity of these characters and how it is often brushed under the rug as a justification for "drama". She emphasizes the importance of maintaining your self respect and an INDEPENDENT life outsid
E28: was orwell right?
*watch the video for full evidence* -- in this episode, lyla explores how george orwell's predictions in his famous dystopian novel "1984" are coming TRUE in our current world, as our society today does not look much different from the looming totalitarian future of Oceania which Orwell warned us about, with the wealth gap and inequality continuing to grow between the rich and the poor, shifting p
E27: MASTER high school & THRIVE during your teen years | study tips to become an academic WEAPON, social life *important* tips, developing REAL confidence, ECs, finance & back to school prep!
in this episode, Lyla reveals the secrets to becoming an ACADEMIC WEAPON through back to school prep, while also maintaining a healthy social life in high school to get the ultimate success experience. learn how to develop REAL, EVERLASTING confidence during high school, beat your insecurities, and create a NEW you. as an IB alumni (International Baccalaureate Diploma Program), Lyla explains the d
E26: become MAGNETIC 🧲 by simply LETTING GO & shifting your energy as a woman | magnetism in life & business, attract opportunities (law of attraction)
in this episode, lyla breaks down how to be MAGNETIC, so you can attract your desired partner, career opportunities, friendships & relationships, success, business opportunities, and more!
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⭐️ business inquiries: sheikhlyla@gmail.com
➤ Based in Toronto #toronto #ontario
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E25: be soft and kind but NEVER take sh*t!! | being nice vs. being kind, command respect + MASTER personal boundaries
in this episode, Lyla highlights how to balance being soft and kind WITHOUT letting others step over you, by setting personal boundaries and developing a strong self concept.
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⭐️ business inquiries: sheikhlyla@gmail.com
➤ Based in Toronto #toronto #ontario
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E24: PRIORITIZE yourself. | selfish to selfless, the art of prioritizing yourself & filling your own cup (so you can help others do the same one day!)
in this episode, lyla reveals how to 'prioritize' yourself & fill your own cup so you can become a HIGHER version of yourself and possibly help others do them same one day :)
My 5 Minute Gratitude Journal!! → https://bit.ly/3UvA8NN
Don't forget to subscribe for future episodes ;)
⭐️ business inquiries: sheikhlyla@gmail.com
➤ Based in Toronto #toronto #ontario
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E23: "sacrifice" this summer for yourself | get ahead with what they DON'T teach you in school
shortest episode of the Becoming DISScomfortable podcast by Lyla Sheikh so far lol. #summer #selfdevelopment #wellness
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^ meet like-minded people to GROW with, book + wellness club
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^ for anyone that desires to work for themself and seek financial freedom OUTSIDE
E22: what TRULY makes a woman High Value? | Powerful Traits of High Value Women
in this episode, lyla explores the concept of being "High Value", a term that has made its rounds around the internet. she offers insight into the POWERFUL traits of High Value women, emphasizing that femininity and your value goes SO much deeper than the way you look or your net worth, and instead revolves around the type of person you choose to be every single day and how you treat oth
E21: are western women oppressed? | exposing the myth of "western feminism", hookup culture, and the rise of "trad wife" content
in this episode, lyla breaks down the myth of today's western "feminism" and gender equality, revealing how we are FAR from true equality, and that rather than aiming for equality between the sexes, we should create EQUITY, lifting women up without putting men down. she analyzes the effects of hookup culture, north america's fatherless crisis, and the 50/50 nature of today's
E20: what happened to going out?
in this episode, lyla explores the loneliness epidemic currently affecting Gen Z and hindering their ability to create meaningful relationships with others. she explains how Gen Z's loneliness epidemic goes so much deeper than just "being on our phones" as our parents' generation would say, and shows how it is rooted in architectural, systematic, and economic problems, many of wh
E19: how to *ACTUALLY* glow up this summer (50+ GLOW UP TIPS) | becoming THAT girl mentally & physically
in this episode, Lyla reveals her 12 week summer glow up plan & 50+ GLOW UP tips to help you level the F up this summer. Become your version of THAT GIRL mentally, physically, emotionally and financially using these tips. Timestamps are included below. Enjoy!
⭐️ Generation Self Employed ➤ https://forms.gle/i2VEzwHzK8rZE3Aw5
^ for the girls that desire financial freedom outside of traditional
E18: 10 simple micro-habits to CONQUER 2024 & maximize your productivity (science-backed)
in this episode, lyla reveals 10 micro-habits--backed up by science--which you can use to LEVEL UP this 2024. she explains how micro-habits lay the foundation for success and maximizing productivity to allow you to achieve your goals.
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⭐️ New episodes every SUNDAY! (usually)
⭐️ for business inquiries: sheikhlyla@gmail.com
➤ Based in Toronto #to
E17: what happened to modesty?
in this episode, lyla explores the disappearance and resurgence of modesty from our current society as there is an increasing lack of awareness for others within public spaces. however, there has also been a rise modesty in other areas such as the fashion world, where "quiet luxury" and the "sofia richie aesthetic" are being glamorized as more people find themselves gravitating
E16: "i want to change but my family/friends are holding me back"
in this episode, lyla discusses how to surround yourself with the "right" people, especially if you feel held back by the current people you trust within your life, and how you can positively harness the power of energy to become a higher version of yourself.
⭐️ New episodes every SUNDAY!
⭐️ MY MISSION:
If you are looking to feel more confident, beat your insecurities, prioritize yo
E15: How to Stop DOOM Scrolling | tips to break your social media addiction
Don't forget to follow for future episodes ;)
⭐️ New episodes every SUNDAY!
⭐️ business inquiries: sheikhlyla@gmail.com [please specify which social channel(s) you're reaching out for]
⭐️ MY MISSION:
If you are looking to feel more confident, beat your insecurities, prioritize your mental health, get healthier, stronger, & become a higher version of yourself, then this podcast is for Y
E14: how to stop being insecure | mindset shifts to transform your insecurities into REAL confidence
Don't forget to FOLLOW so you never miss a notification for future episodes ;)
⭐️ New episodes every SUNDAY!
⭐️ business inquiries: sheikhlyla@gmail.com [please specify which social channel(s) you're reaching out for]
⭐️ MY MISSION:
Creating a generation of confident, POWERFUL women.
Becoming Disscomfortable is a podcast for gen Z, BY gen z, dedicated to preparing you to become the BES
E13: THE ART OF SOLITUDE.
thank you sm for stopping by :) i LOVE hearing your thoughts so please leave a comment!
Lyla reveals how she attracted her dream life and people by DELIBERATELY spending time alone *even when it was superr uncomfortable* and embracing periods of solitude. Solitude is your SUPERPOWER, and there is a big difference between being ALONE, and being LONELY. Know the difference, and use 👏🏼 it 👏🏼 to 👏🏼
E12: ACT LIKE THE PERSON YOU WANT TO BECOME.
In this video, Lyla explains importance of acting like the person you want to become, to manifest your desires into your reality. We've all heard of "THAT girl", but what we often forget is "THAT GIRL" is inside all of us. She is not expensive skincare and surgeries. She is YOU--all you need to do is bring her out of her dormant state, and this episode of Becoming DISScomfo
E11: HOBBIES TO LEARN IN 2024 (that BOOST your resume and social life--hot girl hobby ideas)
In this episode, Lyla reveals the FIVE types of hobbies you need to learn in 2024 that will make you look cooler on a resume and help you become a well-rounded chameleon that can EASILY adapt to different social settings. She shares her most gate-kept hobby secrets and professional opportunities she has gotten from hobbies that were simply started "just for fun". If you need budget-frien
E10: how to remain UNBOTHERED (even in an environment that's working against you)
remain UNBOTHERED. you owe yourself a life where you can exist in tranquility, harmony, and peace.
hello there :)
In this video, I spill the beans on why I remain unbothered, even in an environment where it is difficult to change your physical reality, and the methods I use to get around this obstacle. Not gonna lie, staying unbothered is an ADDICTION. I will never go back, because the amount o
E9: how to set boundaries & STOP being a people pleaser *with REALISTIC examples*
hello there :) this topic was requested by a lovely follower on IG (add me on there!!), and it's such an important one! in this episode of Becoming DISScomfortable, we discussed the importance of setting self boundaries & having standards. boundaries are a form of self respect, and i explain how you can use them to protect yourself, your energy, and your loved ones. i also talk about how i
E8: Become Unrecognizable Before 2024 By Doing These Five SIMPLE Things
⭐️ MY MISSION:
Becoming Disscomfortable (see below) is a podcast dedicated to helping Gen Z become the BEST versions of themselves through self-improvement, which involves DISSING the comfort (getting out of your comfort zone).
If you are looking to feel more confident, beat your insecurities, prioritize your mental health, get healthier, stronger, & become a higher version of yourself, th
E7: 18 Life Lessons for Teenagers - From a Teenager
hi guys!! on this episode of "Becoming Disscomfortable" -- a Gen Z podcast to help you become a HIGHER version of you--i shared 18 important life lessons i have learned as a current 18-year-old. i opened up and got a bit vulnerable in this video, sharing my journey with depression and anxiety at a really young, how i went from being on the verge of depressants to moving past that and cre
E6: how to be SOCIALLY MAGNETIC | your guide to social confidence + charisma (attract the RIGHT people)
hey guys!! i recently moved to a big city and have had to learn a LOT of skills when it comes to social situations, so i'm just sharing what i've learned. if you struggle with attracting the right people into your life, upholding conversations, talking to strangers, and feel like your charisma and confidence could use a boost, this video is FOR YOU! please let me know what other podcast ep
E5: how to PERMANENTLY STOP comparing yourself toxicly | jealousy + envy (the diseases EATING ur peace)
You CAN overcome your fear of missing out (FOMO) and co-comparison. You don't have enough time in your day to waste it on being jealous of others and comparing yourself constantly. On this of the Becoming Disscomfortable podcast, we discuss PRACTICAL methods for how to stop comparing yourself to others in a toxic manner.
If You Want to Watch ON THE GO, here is the SPOTIFY version:
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E4: how to build EVERLASTING REAL confidence that lasts on both good & BAD days) | radiate self-worth, beat insecurities, glow up tips, self love, creating healthy habits, mindset shifts, & more!
THIS is why your "confidence" didn't last...how to *actually* build REAL confidence that doesn't go away even on your bad days! In this of episode of the "Becoming Disscomfortable" podcast, we explore building your self esteem up, discuss the importance of self-worth, self love, creating healthy habits that will change your life for the better, how to radiate confidence
E3: how to ✨GLOW UP✨ in summer 2023 - get smarter, hotter, confidence hacks, create healthy habits, mindset shifts, | disscomfortable podcast
this video shows you HOW you're gonna glow up this summer 2023 and become "THAT GIRL" (whatever "that girl" means to YOU) and fully undergo your transformation so that you're ready for the next school year!!
this video is for both the girlies and guys, DON'T SLEEP on this advice! i shared scientifically proven healthy habits that will make you mentally, physicall
E2: How I Finally Made REAL friends (not just acquaintances) after applying these 5 RULES to my life | how to reduce social anxiety, communicate confidently & attract awesome people into your life
In this episode, Lyla reveals how she went from having no REAL friends and a cynical mindset towards people to finding her DREAM girlies that got her through some of her toughest times this year. She provides REALISTIC ways to reduce your social anxiety, communicate confidently and attract more awesome people into your life that reciprocate YOUR energy! Follow Disscomfortable on spotify to have th
E1: I Accidentally Went Viral on Tiktok and Hated it
In this episode, Lyla vividly recounts her experience with a video "accidentally" going viral on her secret Tiktok account, resulting in it showing up on the 'for you' pages of students in her whole school. Still in high school, Lyla had no idea people would start recognizing her in public well before her account even reached 100,000 followers!
In this intimate and honest conversation, Lyla warns
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