In this episode, I sit down with Sana Akhand — a spiritual mentor, coach, writer, trendsetter and boundary-pusher who challenges societal norms and redefines modern relationships.

A few years ago, as a 32-year-old Pakistani-American woman living in New York, Sana made a bold and unconventional choice: she got her own apartment after marriage and started dating her husband again. Her goal? To keep the magic alive, to nurture excitement beyond routine, and to avoid falling into the trap of coexisting as mere roommates. By redefining traditional norms, she created the life she truly desired — one where she could embrace independence while still honoring her relationship.

Together, we explore what it means to be a modern woman today — one who is independent, takes radical accountability for her life, yet holds space for a partner and s ...