{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"The Intersection of Trauma, Fashion, and Healing with Shahd Asaly","description":" &amp;nbsp;  Women hold an ancient, alchemical power - the ability to turn challenge into creation, pain into purpose, and limitation into legacy. It\u2019s this sacred ability that makes women the heartbeat of every thriving, progressive community.&amp;nbsp;    &amp;nbsp;   My guest today embodies that magic beautifully.&amp;nbsp;    &amp;nbsp;   Dr. Shahd Asaly is a sociology instructor at the University of South Florida and a PhD candidate whose research centers on trauma, displacement, and collective healing. She is also the visionary founder of Blue Meets Blue, a sustainable fashion label that employs refugee artisans while reviving Syrian textile traditions - weaving together artistry, empowerment, and heritage in every thread.&amp;nbsp;    &amp;nbsp;   Through her teaching, writing, and creative expression, Shahd bridges scholarship and storytelling, giving voice to the unheard and creating sacred spaces of belonging and healing.&amp;nbsp;    &amp;nbsp;   In our conversation, Shahd and I explore:&amp;nbsp;    &amp;nbsp;   &amp;nbsp;- How collective trauma ripples through individuals and communities \u2026 and how we heal together&amp;nbsp;   &amp;nbsp;- The role of art and fashion as portals for understanding, beauty, and restoration&amp;nbsp;   &amp;nbsp;- Why Blue Meets Blue employs refugee women, and how this challenges stereotypes with love and dignity&amp;nbsp;   &amp;nbsp;- Redefining resilience as something rooted in community, not just personal endurance&amp;nbsp;   &amp;nbsp;- The importance of knowing your purpose, and allowing it to guide your path, your voice, and your work&amp;nbsp;    &amp;nbsp;   This episode is a love letter to resilience, creativity, and feminine leadership. It is a reminder that when women follow their purpose, they don\u2019t just build businesses; they weave healing into the fabric of the world.&amp;nbsp;    &amp;nbsp;    Subscribe now so you\u2019ll never miss an episode and leave us a review! It really helps us know which content resonates with you the most.&amp;nbsp; &amp;nbsp;   Join our Feminine Business Magic Facebook Group (https:\/\/tinyurl.com\/ygdkw7ce)&amp;nbsp; with your host, Julie Foucht. This is a community of women dedicated to connecting, supporting, and celebrating each other in growing businesses that honor their Divine Feminine while filling their bank accounts abundantly.&amp;nbsp;   &amp;nbsp;   Resources mentioned:&amp;nbsp; &amp;nbsp;   Take the Witchpreneur Quiz and discover which Feminine Magic is your Key to Financial Success. (https:\/\/bit.ly\/witchpreneur-quiz)&amp;nbsp; &amp;nbsp;   Purchase Love-Based Feminine Marketing (https:\/\/tinyurl.com\/ydmzb6qz)&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;    &amp;nbsp;    &amp;nbsp;   &amp;nbsp;   &amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;   &amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;   **Contact Shahd Asaly via Instagram or www.bluemeetsblue.com**&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;   **Connect with Julie Foucht via Facebook (https:\/\/tinyurl.com\/yeb82uuj) or email at https:\/\/juliefoucht.com\/**&amp;nbsp;  ","author_name":"The Art of Feminine Business with Julie Foucht","author_url":"http:\/\/juliefoucht.com\/","html":"<iframe title=\"Libsyn Player\" style=\"border: none\" src=\"\/\/html5-player.libsyn.com\/embed\/episode\/id\/39074465\/height\/90\/theme\/custom\/thumbnail\/yes\/direction\/forward\/render-playlist\/no\/custom-color\/88AA3C\/\" height=\"90\" width=\"600\" scrolling=\"no\"  allowfullscreen webkitallowfullscreen mozallowfullscreen oallowfullscreen msallowfullscreen><\/iframe>","thumbnail_url":"https:\/\/assets.libsyn.com\/secure\/content\/195572100"}