Koon Rijjeil Ep 22: Mental Strength & High-Performance with Akram Berkani

02/27/25 • 50 min

In this episode of Koon Rijjeil, @NikeRunning Athlete Akram Berkani joins us to break down what it really means to be a man. From pushing his body and mind to the limit in Ironman training 🏊‍♂️🚴‍♂️🏃‍♂️ to embracing humility and self-acceptance, Akram shares powerful insights on masculinity, resilience, and growth.

What we cover in this episode:

The true meaning of masculinity—beyond strength and success
How Ironman training shaped Akram’s mindset and discipline
Overcoming injuries, setbacks, and mental barriers
The balance between humility and self-confidence
How family, culture, and self-accountability define manhood

Akram’s journey proves that being a man isn’t just about physical strength—it’s about growth, mindset, and pushing past limits.

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What we cover in this episode:

The true meaning of masculinity—beyond strength and success
How Ironman training shaped Akram’s mindset and discipline
Overcoming injuries, setbacks, and mental barriers
The balance between humility and self-confidence
How family, culture, and self-accountability define manhood

Akram’s journey proves that being a man isn’t just about physical strength—it’s about growth, mindset, and pushing past limits.

Loved the Episode? Follow us to stay up to date with the latest episode launches and news updates!

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Previous Episode

Koon Rijjeil Ep 21: The Confidence Coach on Why Men Feel Lost & How to Fix It

In this episode of Koon Rijjeil, Joe Maleh, host of The Get Uncomfy Podcast, joins us for an unfiltered conversation about masculinity, vulnerability, and the expectations men face. From being told to "man up" at 17 to learning how to process emotions, Joe shares his personal journey and what being a man really means.

We dive into:

⚡️ The impact of being told to "be a man"
💬 Why it's hard for men to say "You hurt me"
🧠 How bottling up emotions affects mental health and relationships
🔥 Redefining masculinity as being real, not just tough
🚪 Breaking unhealthy cycles and finding strength in vulnerability

This episode is raw, honest, and might make you rethink everything you’ve been taught about manhood.

👉 Like, comment, and subscribe for more real conversations on life, growth, and redefining what it means to be a man.

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Koon Rijjeil Ep 23: The future of Mental Health: AI, Therapy & Self-Care for men with Nokhez Usama

In this episode, we sit down with Nukhez Osama, behavioral psychologist and founder of MindMe, a mental health app powered by AI. Nukhez shares her journey into mental health advocacy, the inspiration behind her startup, and how technology is reshaping access to mental health resources—especially for men.

🔹 Key Topics Covered:

The stigma around men’s mental health and why it still exists

How AI and tech are bridging gaps in mental healthcare

The struggles men face in silence—loneliness, pressure, and emotional isolation

Why self-care isn’t just a ‘feminine’ concept and how men can embrace it

The balance between pushing yourself and knowing when to pause

📌 Biggest Takeaway:
Mental health isn’t a weakness—it’s a necessity. Taking care of your mind should be as normal as hitting the gym.

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