The Intersection of Trauma, Fashion, and Healing with Shahd Asaly

  Women hold an ancient, alchemical power - the ability to turn challenge into creation, pain into purpose, and limitation into legacy. It's this sacred ability that makes women the heartbeat of every thriving, progressive community.    My guest today embodies that magic beautifully.    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.    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.    In our conversation, Shahd and I explore:     - How collective trauma ripples through individuals and communities … and how we heal together   - The role of art and fashion as portals for understanding, beauty, and restoration   - Why Blue Meets Blue employs refugee women, and how this challenges stereotypes with love and dignity   - Redefining resilience as something rooted in community, not just personal endurance   - The importance of knowing your purpose, and allowing it to guide your path, your voice, and your work    This episode is a love letter to resilience, creativity, and feminine leadership. It is a reminder that when women follow their purpose, they don't just build businesses; they weave healing into the fabric of the world.    Subscribe now so you'll never miss an episode and leave us a review! It really helps us know which content resonates with you the most.    Join our Feminine Business Magic Facebook Group (https://tinyurl.com/ygdkw7ce)  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.    Resources mentioned:    Take the Witchpreneur Quiz and discover which Feminine Magic is your Key to Financial Success. (https://bit.ly/witchpreneur-quiz)    Purchase Love-Based Feminine Marketing (https://tinyurl.com/ydmzb6qz)                  **Contact Shahd Asaly via Instagram or www.bluemeetsblue.com**     **Connect with Julie Foucht via Facebook (https://tinyurl.com/yeb82uuj) or email at https://juliefoucht.com/**