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Don’t Let One Problem Lead to Another – with Dr. Afiniki Akanet

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MPF Discussion with Dr. Afiniki Akanet

Don’t Let One Problem Lead to Another – with Dr. Afiniki Akanet

About Dr Akanet

Dr. Afiniki Akanet is a practising GP in the UK with a special interest in mental health. Originally from Nigeria, she moved to the UK in 2000 and went on to study Anatomy at the University of Liverpool and Medicine at the University of Warwick. She is a member of the Royal College of General Practitioners and a passionate advocate for wellbeing, community engagement, and personal growth.

Dr. Akanet is also a motivational author, speaker, and charity founder. Through her books, public speaking, and work with FORTE Charity, she inspires others to live with purpose and resilience. She has contributed to a range of events, including those hosted by libraries, churches, universities, and health organisations, and has presented Pocket Wisdoms on Premier Praise Radio. She lives in England with her husband and two children.

Don’t Let One Problem Lead to another

In this inspiring episode of My Perfect Failure, Dr. Akanet shares her powerful journey from Nigeria to becoming a GP in the UK. Faced with setbacks like financial challenges and multiple visa rejections, Dr. Akanet never lost sight of her dream. Instead of giving up, she chose growth, resilience, and purpose.

🔑 Takeaways:

1. Why setbacks can be stepping stones if we use them wisely.

2. The power of faith and mindset in overcoming life's toughest moments.

3. How Dr. Akanet wrote her first book and started a charity during adversity.

4. Why mental health is the foundation of achievement.

5. The importance of choosing happiness—even during hard times.

Links to Dr. Afiniki Akanet

· Website: https://www.afiniki.co.uk/

· Order Dr. Afiniki Akanet books https://www.amazon.co.uk/stores/author/B0099OIO38/allbooks?ingress=0&visitId=140cd153

· Listen to Happiness over Stress Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/4HAW58zDQcxPiTlisKETsW

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MPF Discussion with Dr. Afiniki Akanet

Don’t Let One Problem Lead to Another – with Dr. Afiniki Akanet

About Dr Akanet

Dr. Afiniki Akanet is a practising GP in the UK with a special interest in mental health. Originally from Nigeria, she moved to the UK in 2000 and went on to study Anatomy at the University of Liverpool and Medicine at the University of Warwick. She is a member of the Royal College of General Practitioners and a passionate advocate for wellbeing, community engagement, and personal growth.

Dr. Akanet is also a motivational author, speaker, and charity founder. Through her books, public speaking, and work with FORTE Charity, she inspires others to live with purpose and resilience. She has contributed to a range of events, including those hosted by libraries, churches, universities, and health organisations, and has presented Pocket Wisdoms on Premier Praise Radio. She lives in England with her husband and two children.

Don’t Let One Problem Lead to another

In this inspiring episode of My Perfect Failure, Dr. Akanet shares her powerful journey from Nigeria to becoming a GP in the UK. Faced with setbacks like financial challenges and multiple visa rejections, Dr. Akanet never lost sight of her dream. Instead of giving up, she chose growth, resilience, and purpose.

🔑 Takeaways:

1. Why setbacks can be stepping stones if we use them wisely.

2. The power of faith and mindset in overcoming life's toughest moments.

3. How Dr. Akanet wrote her first book and started a charity during adversity.

4. Why mental health is the foundation of achievement.

5. The importance of choosing happiness—even during hard times.

Links to Dr. Afiniki Akanet

· Website: https://www.afiniki.co.uk/

· Order Dr. Afiniki Akanet books https://www.amazon.co.uk/stores/author/B0099OIO38/allbooks?ingress=0&visitId=140cd153

· Listen to Happiness over Stress Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/4HAW58zDQcxPiTlisKETsW

Paul: Contact Details
Paul Padmore Website: https://stan.store/Paul_P

Please Leave A Review

I have a small favor to ask! If you’ve been enjoying My Perfect Failure, leaving a review would mean the world to me. It helps the show grow and reach more people who need these stories of resilience and success. Plus, I love hearing your thoughts! So please leave a review on Apple, Spotify or the platform of your choice.

Support the show

Schedule your Big Dreams Coaching Session.

👉 https://stan.store/Paul_P/p/the-big-dream-session
If this episode resonated with you, let us know by leaving a review! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐.Hit the link and leave your 5 STAR review

Join the - My Perfect Failure Reddit Community

  continue reading

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