#13 Aref Gharakhani— Navigating Entrepreneurial Mental Health: Self-Awareness & Growth in Immigration

The Ally Show

In this episode, we chat with Aref Gharakhani about his journey from co-founding multiple successful startups in the Middle East to navigating immigration challenges in North America. In this chat, Aref opens up about the dramatic changes he’s faced and how his entrepreneurial spirit intersects with his personal growth and immigration experiences.
In This Episode, You Will Learn:

• Who is Aref: Aref’s early experiences growing up in Iran and his transition from engineering to entrepreneurship.
  Aref’s Entrepreneurial Journey: Discover how Aref transitioned from studying computer engineering in Iran to co-founding several impactful startups, including the #1 on-demand delivery network in the Middle East.
• Mental Health Insights: Gain valuable insights into Aref's personal struggles, his transformative experience with therapy, and his approach to building resilience and self-improvement.
• Practical Tools for Growth: Aref shares actionable strategies for managing mental health, including the power of journaling, intentional goal-setting, and maintaining a balanced lifestyle.
• Navigating Immigration: Learn about the emotional and practical aspects of moving from the Middle East to North America and how Aref adapted to a new environment.

Episode Highlights:
[00:01] Introduction to Aref Gharakhani
[09:23] Aref’s journey from Iran to Canada and his entrepreneurial ventures
[19:57] Mental health struggles and breakthroughs
[30:13] Building resilience and focusing on personal improvement
[39:08] Tools and techniques for mental health and personal development
[49:14] Aref’s guiding principles and philosophy
[58:18] Closing thoughts and a 30-day campaign
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1. Introduction and Background (00:00:00)

2. Aref's Journey from Iran to Canada (00:09:32)

3. Mental Health and Personal Growth (00:19:57)

4. Building Resilience and Self-Improvement (00:30:13)

5. Tools for Mental Health and Personal Development (00:39:08)

6. Personal Principles and Philosophy (00:49:14)

7. Closing Thoughts and Recommendations (00:58:18)