Malala Yousafzai is a Nobel Peace Prize laureate and education activist. Thirteen years after surviving the Taliban, she's reintroducing herself. We discuss PTSD, therapy she resisted, Afghanistan's crisis, and finding your identity when the world decides for you. READ MORE👉🏼 http://bit.ly/richroll945 ✌🏼🌱 - Rich This Episode Is Brought To You By… BetterHelp: Get 10% OFF the first month👉🏼https://bit.ly/betterhelp2025rrp Momentous: High-caliber human performance products for sleep, focus, longevity, and more. For listeners of the show, Momentous is offering up to 35% off your first order👉🏼https://bit.ly/LiveMomentous2025 Birch: Unlock 20% off ALL mattresses👉🏼https://bit.ly/birchliving On: High-performance shoes & apparel crafted for comfort and style👉🏼https://bit.ly/ONXRRP2025 Check out all of the amazing discounts from our Sponsors 👉🏾 https://bit.ly/rrpsponsors LISTEN / SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST Apple Podcasts: http://bit.ly/rrpitunes Spotify: http://bit.ly/rrpspotify Google: http://bit.ly/rrpgooglepods Meal Planner: http://meals.richroll.com Voicing Change Book: http://richroll.com/vc Clips Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/RichRollPodcastClips Newsletter: http://bit.ly/rollcallemail CHAPTERS 00:00:00 Intro 00:02:08 Anniversary Reflections: Processing Trauma and Mental Health 00:05:23 Malala’s Story: The Attack and Aftermath 00:08:48 Adjusting to Life in the UK and the Aftermath 00:13:31 Reflections on Early Activism 00:15:55 College as Escape and Self-Discovery 00:21:40 Security and Social Life at College 00:22:42 Academic Struggles and Priorities 00:24:59 Balancing Activism, Family, and Studies 00:27:42 Reconciling Heritage and Identity 00:30:50 Cultural Pressures and Personal Choice 00:32:44 Sponsor Break 00:35:01 Roots of Boldness and Activism 00:35:11 Roots of Boldness and Activism 00:37:45 Evolution of Activism and Collective Action 00:40:04 Challenges of Advocacy and Real-World Change 00:41:47 Afghanistan: Gender Apartheid and Global Response 00:49:24 Pakistan’s Current Situation 00:50:31 Questioning Her Path and Inspirations 00:52:59 Access to Education and Belonging 00:53:48 Accepting Her Life’s Path 00:56:20 Sponsor Break 00:58:48 Dealing with Criticism and Misunderstandings 01:03:54 Therapeutic Writing and Mental Health Advocacy 01:07:49 Therapy, PTSD, and Redefining Bravery 01:13:23 Self-Care and Burnout Prevention 01:15:10 Fitness, Social Media, and New Adventures 01:17:45 Women’s Sports Advocacy and Entrepreneurship 01:22:19 Storytelling and Production Work 01:25:04 Obstacles and Social Media Challenges 01:26:42 Mentors and Support Systems 01:27:48 Current Projects and Future Goals 01:29:39 Advice for Aspiring Activists 01:35:02 Learning from Global Activists 01:37:55 Commitment to Education 01:40:31 Practical Activism for Everyone 01:42:27 Hopes for the Future and Book’s Impact 01:44:05 Closing Remarks and How to Get Involved CONNECT WITH RICH ✩ Website - http://richroll.com​ ✩ Rich Roll Podcast - https://richroll.com/all-episodes/ ✩ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/richroll/ ✩ Twitter - https://twitter.com/richroll ✩ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/richrollfans ✩ Strava - https://www.strava.com/athletes/14443?oq=rich ✩ Memoir: Finding Ultra - https://www.richroll.com/shop/books/finding-ultra/ ✩ Meals - http://meals.richroll.com​ ✩ Cook - The Plantpower Way - https://www.richroll.com/shop/books/the-plantpower-way-signed/ ✩ Italian! - The Plantpower Way: Italia - https://www.richroll.com/shop/books/the-plantpower-way-italia-signed/ ✩ Support - https://www.patreon.com/richroll Thanks To The Team: Jason Camiolo, Dan Drake, Morgan McRae, Blake Curtis, Desmond Loh * * * * * NEW TO RICH? Hi I'm Rich Roll. I'm a vegan ultra-endurance athlete, author, podcaster, public speaker & wellness evangelist. But mainly I'm a dad of four. If you want to know more, visit my website or check out these two the NY Times articles: http://bit.ly/otillonyt http://bit.ly/vegansglam I LOVE MAIL! SEND IT HERE: 2630 Conejo Spectrum St. Thousand Oaks, CA 91320 #richroll #richrollpodcast