A decade in the desert - Gareth Grundlingh | One in Tribe - Ep 33

<p>In this episode of One in Tribe, host Julie Fidalgo speaks with Gareth Grundlingh, a holistic health practitioner based in Saudi Arabia. Gareth shares his journey from South Africa to Saudi Arabia, discussing the cultural adjustments he faced and the misconceptions he encountered about the kingdom. He delves into his spiritual journey of reverting to Islam and how it has transformed his life. Gareth also discusses his holistic health program, Healthy Human, emphasizing the importance of nutrition and well-being. The conversation concludes with reflections on happiness, gratitude, and the essence of life in Saudi Arabia.</p><p><br></p><p>Credits </p><p>Gareth Grundlingh | Guest </p><p>Julie Fidalgo | Host </p><p>Julie Fidalgo | Creator &amp; Creative Director </p><p><br></p><p>Gareth Grundlingh </p><p>IG: https://www.instagram.com/garethgrundlingh </p><p>Website: https://healthy-human.com/ </p><p><br></p><p>Takeaways</p><p>🌟 Gareth emphasizes the importance of kindness and compassion in daily life.</p><p>🌟 He describes his journey to Saudi Arabia as a decade of growth and transformation.</p><p>🌟 Cultural misconceptions about Saudi Arabia often stem from media narratives.</p><p>🌟 Life in Saudi Arabia is marked by hospitality and community support.</p><p>🌟 Gareth&#39;s spiritual journey to Islam was sparked by a profound experience in Turkey.</p><p>🌟 He believes that nutrition is the foundation of health and well-being.</p><p>🌟 Gareth advocates for eating whole, organic foods that align with one&#39;s ancestry.</p><p>🌟 Happiness is rooted in gratitude for what one has, rather than comparison with others.</p><p>🌟 The call to prayer serves as a constant reminder of faith in daily life.</p><p>🌟 Gareth encourages others to seek knowledge and understanding about Islam. </p><p><br></p><p>Chapters</p><p>00:00 Introduction to Gareth Grundlingh</p><p>03:23 Gareth&#39;s Journey to Saudi Arabia</p><p>06:23 Cultural Adjustments in Saudi Arabia</p><p>09:19 Misconceptions About Saudi Arabia</p><p>12:01 Life in Saudi Arabia: Daily Routine and Community</p><p>14:37 Gareth&#39;s Spiritual Journey and Reversion to Islam</p><p>27:31 Taking the Shahada: A Transformative Experience</p><p>28:35 Experiencing Saudi Arabia Through the Senses</p><p>31:42 Culinary Delights and Cultural Connections</p><p>34:01 Life in Saudi Arabia: Family and Future</p><p>34:43 The Healthy Human Initiative</p><p>38:23 Cultural Perspectives on Health and Nutrition</p><p>41:10 Eating Accordin