In our first episode of Season 2, Nicki sits down with Joyce Azzam - the first Lebanese woman to scale the 7 summits! - Including Everest! This is such an inspiring episode for anyone looking to push their own boundaries and see what they are truly capable of. Joyce talks to us about her passion for Mountains, the key driver behind her conquering the 7 summits both physically but also within her education as well. We talk though her Mental Health challenges and how she was able to push through particularly when it comes to emphasizing her attention to joy and being in the present moment - she now helps others with this, especially in her role as a UN Women Goodwill Ambassador. You can find Joyce on: @joyceazzamofficial www.joyceazzam.com www.mounturtle.com
This episode covers:
Mental Health / Wellbeing Journey: Joyce discusses the vital role of mental health, sharing her personal experiences from architecture school to mountain expeditions. Through travel and therapy, she gained valuable insights, recognizing the underlying desire to overcome inner pain rather than life itself.
Resilience: From a challenging upbringing in Lebanon to triumphing over the Seven Summits, Joyce's narrative embodies resilience, passion, and the pursuit of joy. Despite societal and physical obstacles, she encourages a steadfast pursuit of dreams, even when the path seems unconventional.
Mindset: Joyce's journey reveals the profound impact of mindset and self-belief. Conquering societal norms and personal struggles, she transforms weaknesses into strengths. Her message resonates with embracing challenges, discovering joy, and inspiring others, especially in environments that may seem discouraging.
UN Women Goodwill Ambassadorship and Women Empowerment: Joyce shares her role as a UN Women Goodwill Ambassador, expressing gratitude for the emotional significance and recognition it brings. Prioritizing support over empowerment, she advocates for safeguarding women's dreams, trusting in inherent strength, and amplifying the message of progress and self-belief.