#78: The 11 Lessons the Media Doesn’t Tell You About the Middle East
Mon Nov 10 2025
If you’ve ever watched the news or scrolled headlines about the Middle East and thought, “What’s it really like?” — this episode is for you.
After years of curiosity (and plenty of hesitation), I finally decided to go see it for myself. The result? A trip that completely changed how I see this part of the world.
In today’s episode, I’m sharing 11 lessons the media doesn’t tell you about the Middle East.
Here’s a little glimpse of what I cover:
What traveling through the Middle East as a solo female was really likeHow wealth distribution changes a culture — what happens when everyone’s basic needs are met, and how that can shape work, education, and daily life. The trade-off between safety and self-expression — and why every country offers its own balance of freedom, structure, and soul.Why not every trip needs to be “transformative.”And at the end, I reveal my #1 biggest takeaway of all from this trip and share the one insight I wish *everyone* knew about this part of the world.
If you’ve been craving a perspective shift, or just want to hear what it’s like to travel through a region most people only know from the news, this one’s for you.
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If you’ve ever watched the news or scrolled headlines about the Middle East and thought, “What’s it really like?” — this episode is for you. After years of curiosity (and plenty of hesitation), I finally decided to go see it for myself. The result? A trip that completely changed how I see this part of the world. In today’s episode, I’m sharing 11 lessons the media doesn’t tell you about the Middle East. Here’s a little glimpse of what I cover: What traveling through the Middle East as a solo female was really likeHow wealth distribution changes a culture — what happens when everyone’s basic needs are met, and how that can shape work, education, and daily life. The trade-off between safety and self-expression — and why every country offers its own balance of freedom, structure, and soul.Why not every trip needs to be “transformative.”And at the end, I reveal my #1 biggest takeaway of all from this trip and share the one insight I wish *everyone* knew about this part of the world. If you’ve been craving a perspective shift, or just want to hear what it’s like to travel through a region most people only know from the news, this one’s for you. — Resources: Not sure which psychic ability or intuitive gift you have? Take our free and fun quiz here to find out in less than 5 minutes! Join our online Facebook spiritual community “Happy Healers” today! — If this episode brought some inspiration or clarity into your life, I’d be so grateful if you could leave me a quick review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Your reviews mean the world to me—they help others discover the show and keep this community growing. Rate, Review, & Follow Me on Apple Podcasts 👍 This helps me support and reach more people just like you! Click here. Scroll to the bottom, tap to rate with five stars, and select “Write a Review.” Then be sure to let me know what you loved most about the episode! Listening to this on Spotify? Click here. Tap on the star icon underneath our podcast description to help us out! Available on mobile only. — Connect with us: Website (free resources, book a reading, and more): https://www.thehappyhealingshop.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thehappyhealingshop Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thehappyhealingshop Facebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thehappyhealingshop Apple Podcasts: https://bit.ly/TheHappyHealingShopPodcastApple Spotify Podcasts: https://bit.ly/TheHappyHealingShopPodcastSpotify