Sage Advice #2 – Dr. Deena Shaffer – "Move In The Direction Of Aliveness"

In this luminous second episode of Sage Advice , ⁠ Dr. Deena Shaffer ⁠ joins host ⁠Hamza Khan⁠ for an inspiring, soul-expanding conversation about purpose, learning, and the quiet rebellion of choosing joy. A bestselling author, TEDx speaker, and the visionary behind Awakened Learning , Dr. Shaffer has dedicated her life to transforming education into an act of compassion. But it was the profound loss of both her parents in her mid-20s that clarified her life’s mission: to reduce suffering through meaningful, inclusive learning experiences. In this episode, Deena shares the timeless wisdom she would pass on at the end of her life: 1) Go right when everyone goes left, 2) Live life as if everything is rigged in your favour, and 3) Move in the direction of aliveness. Together, Hamza and Deena unpack these vibrant truths, exploring what it means to design a beautiful business, practice ethical entrepreneurship, and align your work with your wonder. From learning strategies to legacy, this episode is a tender blueprint for anyone seeking to live—and lead—with curiosity, integrity, and joy. Because sometimes, the bravest thing you can do is choose what feels most alive.

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Sage Advice #2 – Dr. Deena Shaffer – "Move In The Direction Of Aliveness" is an episode from Ideas Into Action by Hamza Khan.

This episode is 01:17:54 long.

This episode was published on May 25, 2025.

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