Helping Kids Through Grief: Bridget Sakr on Loss & Healing
How do you talk to your kids about death? After losing her daughter Veronique, Bridget Sakr faced this exact challenge whilst drowning in her own grief. What she discovered about parenting through loss challenges everything we think about protecting children from pain. From weaving a loved one’s memory into everyday life to building faith-based support networks, Bridget’s story offers parents a powerful framework for navigating grief together. Because healing doesn’t mean forgetting—it means learning to carry love forward.
Mastering Difficult Conversations and Unlocking Effective Feedback – Jacqualine Kay Raad
Most of us would rather sidestep a tough conversation than have it. But here’s the problem — avoidance doesn’t make difficult feedback disappear. It just lets blind spots grow. In this episode of Finding Sanctuary, leadership consultant Jacqueline Raad breaks down why the “compliment sandwich” fails, how whole body listening transforms relationships, and why the conversations we dread most are often the ones that change us the most.
Creating Safe Spaces for Difficult Conversations in a Diverse World – Leonie Nahhas
Natalie Moujalli and Debbie Draybi talk with psychologist Leonie Nahhas about breaking mental health stigma in Lebanese Australian families. Leonie shares her Illume model—a fresh approach to getting young people talking openly about the stuff that matters. The conversation digs into family communication, managing those inner voices that hold us back, and building emotional intelligence across generations. Whether you’re navigating cultural expectations or trying to create healthier conversations at home, Leonie offers practical strategies for fostering understanding and well-being in your family and community.
Unlocking the Brain’s Healing Power: A Deep Dive into EMDR Therapy
Clinical psychologists Heyam and Hanaan Haddad break down EMDR therapy and separate fact from fiction. They explain how this powerful technique helps trauma survivors heal by engaging both sides of the brain through eye movements, tappers, and audio. The conversation explores how trauma reshapes memory and behaviour, and why EMDR’s becoming a game-changer for treating anxiety, PTSD, and even addictions. Heyam and Hanaan share real success stories that’ll challenge any scepticism about innovative therapies. Whether you’re struggling with your own trauma or supporting someone who is, you’ll walk away understanding how deep emotional healing actually works—and why it matters.
Navigating Parenting, Technology, and Faith in a Modern World
Fr Ron Hassarati and Leena Dib tackle the real challenges of raising kids in today’s world. They explore how technology’s reshaping the way young people connect, why consistent parenting matters more than ever, and the serious impact of issues like pornography on our youth. Fr Ron shares practical wisdom on building stronger family connections through faith and community, while the conversation digs into collective trauma and what it takes to parent with intention. This isn’t theory—it’s honest talk about navigating modern parenting, strengthening relationships, and raising resilient kids who can handle whatever life throws at them.
Marunite Run Club – Fitness, Friendship, Faith
Debbie and Nat chat with Marunite Run Club (Julian and Jacinta), exploring how casual running breaks barriers and fosters connection within the Maronite community. Julian and Jacinta reveal how the club, known for its focus on social interaction over speed, combats isolation by creating an inclusive space for making new friends and engaging spiritually. Discover how this unique blend of fitness, faith, and fellowship helps young adults find belonging and rekindle their connection to the Maronite faith through shared experiences and community support.
Behind the Mic: Unscripted Moments and Real Talk
Debbie Draybi, Natalie Moujalli, Eddie Reaiche, and Derrick Yeoh come together for an impromptu chat about finding peace in everyday life. They explore imposter syndrome, community, and personal growth, sharing how vulnerability and real connection foster healing. This episode highlights the power of empathy and the value of creating safe spaces for mental health conversations.
The Alpha Course: The Quest for a Deeper Connection – Honi Lattouf
Explore the impact of the Alpha course—a transformative 11-week journey of faith and connection. They discuss how Alpha creates a welcoming space for open conversation, helping people from all walks of life find belonging, spiritual growth, and renewed purpose. Whether you’re feeling lost or simply curious, this episode highlights how community and honest dialogue can bring healing, support, and a deeper sense of meaning.
Secrets Behind The Flowers – Melissa D’Cruz
Melissa D’Cruz, a renowned florist and wedding planner, who shares her transformative journey from aspiring psychologist to building a thriving business. Melissa opens up about navigating grief, overcoming personal challenges, and finding purpose in work and community service. Delve into themes of resilience, faith, and the power of connection as Melissa discusses her passion for helping those in need and the importance of creating meaningful relationships both personally and professionally.
Finding Healing: Gang Life, Addiction and Redemption – Andrew Condoleon
Andrew Condolean shares his powerful journey from gang life and addiction to faith and transformation. Raised in a fractured family and drawn into a dangerous world, Andrew reflects on the turning points that led him to seek change. The conversation explores masculinity, resilience, and the deep human need for belonging. Through honesty and reflection, Andrew offers hope to those struggling with their past, showing that personal growth and redemption are always possible.