Why does women's health research still leave so many women feeling overlooked? And what happens when doctors blame the patient instead of questioning whether the treatment is right for her body?

In this episode of Powerful on Purpose, Leslie Capps talks with Shereen Kassam, a stand-up comedian, TEDx speaker, and entrepreneur who went from working at Deloitte, Amazon, and Disney to founding wellness businesses, including Brown Body Reset.

Shereen shares how corporate burnout, workplace bullying, and unexplained health challenges changed the direction of her life.

After struggling with her own health and experiencing unexpected results from a GLP-1 weight-loss treatment, Shereen began questioning how medical research accounts for differences among populations. She shares what she discovered about gaps in research involving South Asian women and why those experiences inspired her to build a wellness brand focused on communities she believes have been overlooked.

We also get into the courage it took to leave a secure corporate career, why Shereen hired a coach just to help her quit, and how stand-up comedy became part of her journey toward living life on her own terms. There are plenty of laughs along the way, including how her parents reacted when they discovered she was a comedian.

The takeaway: You don't have to keep living by someone else's definition of success. Ask better questions, advocate for your health, and build a life that works for you.

Connect with Shereen and Brown Body Reset:https://brownbodyreset.com

Brown Body Reset is preparing for a 2027 launch. Visit the website to join the waitlist for updates, launch offers, and a free gift.

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This conversation shares personal experiences and perspectives, not individualized medical advice.

Chapters
00:00 Meet Shereen Kasam
01:30 When Corporate Success Isn't Enough
03:25 Choosing Family Over Your Job
05:50 Turning Workplace Stress Into Change
08:15 Building a Business Before Quitting
10:45 Leaving Corporate Life Behind
13:00 When Stress Affects Your Health
15:40 Questioning One-Size-Fits-All Healthcare
18:00 Why Brown Body Reset Exists
23:40 Advocating for Your Own Health

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