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  • Rethinking Virginity & Premarital Sex in Modern IndiaRethinking Virginity & Premarital Sex in Modern India
    Some conversations are awkward, but they’re the ones we need to have. This episode dives into a topic we usually avoid. Maybe it's time to challenge norms and force us to rethink what we’ve been taught. It’s time to break silence, question the status quo, and reflect on things we often take for granted. In this episode, you might find… Read more »
  • Yes, Money Can Buy Happiness!Yes, Money Can Buy Happiness!
    Well, I have been told so many times that money cannot buy happiness. Instead of carrying it through my life, I decided to question it. Is it really true that money cannot buy happiness? Listen to the episode and then you tell me 🙂 Read more »
  • Sharenting - How Parents Put Their Child At Risk!Sharenting - How Parents Put Their Child At Risk!
    It is rightly said... "The road to hell is paved with good intentions". Sharenting is a classic proof of this statements. In our eagerness to share about our kids and their achievements and milestones, we could be putting our children at risk. At times, very grave ones. Are you one of them? Listen and find out more! Read more »
  • Breaking the Reel - Women in Entertainment!Breaking the Reel - Women in Entertainment!
    Should women be in entertainment industry? Why not! Right? Behind the glitz and glamour, there is also a dark side. This episode draws inspiration from the "Justice Hema Committee Report" that has come out regarding women in malayalam film industry. Listen in to know all about it. Read more »
  • Sibling Rivalry - The Silent War at HomeSibling Rivalry - The Silent War at Home
    In this episode, we journey through the painful topic of sibling rivalry. We will explore the hidden battles, the lifelong impacts, and the journey toward healing. Let's uncover the roots of our sibling conflicts and find the strength to mend broken bonds. Read more »
  • Decoding ScapegoatingDecoding Scapegoating
    Join us as we explore how this age-old practice of unfairly blaming individuals manifests in our professional and personal lives. From the new guy at work to the youngest sibling at home, no one is safe from being the fall guy. We discuss the psychological roots of scapegoating, its impacts on mental health and relationships, and provide actionable strategies to… Read more »
  • Breaking the Silence on Adult-Onset TraumaBreaking the Silence on Adult-Onset Trauma
    I am a coach and a good one. I help people process their childhood traumas and other difficult experiences that they may have experienced in their lives. Even I did not realize that I have been through multiple situations of Adult-Onset Trauma in my own life. Most of us have been through this in the past few years but may… Read more »
  • Time to Re-think "Beta Shaadi Karlo (Get Married)"?Time to Re-think "Beta Shaadi Karlo (Get Married)"?
    Beta, Shaadi Karlo Such a standard line is it right? Once someone reaches a 'marriageable age', the society and uncles and aunties falls over themselves to get people married. But let us think, does a wedding have to be the ultimate reason for happiness? Drawing from personal experiences and societal influences, we examine the notion of "happily ever after" portrayed… Read more »
  • Don't Focus on Your Child's HappinessDon't Focus on Your Child's Happiness
    As a parenting coach, I always tell parents that it's not just enough that you love your children. They should feel the love from you, their parents. However, some parents confuse showing love with making the children happy always. They feel that the child feels loved only when they are happy, and all their challenges are removed by the parents.… Read more »
  • India's Latest Epidemic - LonelinessIndia's Latest Epidemic - Loneliness
    We are the most populated country in the world. Yet, an epidemic of Loneliness is sweeping through India. What and why is this happening? Why are we hearing more and more stories of people slipping into social isolation, leading to adverse effects on mental health? In this podcast I deep dive into this epidemic. The causes, the most affected demographics and most… Read more »
  • Caring for Old Parents - The Weight of Affection in IndiaCaring for Old Parents - The Weight of Affection in India
    This episode was one of the toughest for me to record. I had to stop several times to collect my emotions while recording this because the topic is personal, is emotional and is sensitive. I talk about caring for aging parents and about how the guardians of our lives are now in need of support. And how, one day you… Read more »
  • Single Parenting - A Journey of Love & ResilienceSingle Parenting - A Journey of Love & Resilience
    In moments of conflict, pride, or overwhelming love for our daughter, I instinctively turn to my wife, sharing every parenting high and low. This unity makes me deeply admire single parents' incredible strength and resilience. How do they navigate parenting's challenges and joys alone? In this episode, we talk about the tough parts and the strong parts of raising kids… Read more »
  • Double Income No Kids (DINKs) Couples - Smart or Selfish?Double Income No Kids (DINKs) Couples - Smart or Selfish?
    There is a new breed of couples emerging rapidly in India. They are the DINK couples. They are often criticized and called selfish, especially in India since parenthood comes very high in our families. In this episode, I explore the possible reasons for people to choose this lifestyle. After listening, I would like YOU to decide if they are Smart… Read more »
  • I have Autism vs I am AutisticI have Autism vs I am Autistic
    What is Autism? It is the third most common developmental disorder. In India more than 18 million people have Autism. However, there is a lack of knowledge about this condition leading to a lot of misunderstanding and ignorance. This podcast is meant to demystify Autism. They are amazing individuals whose brain functions differently. Just changing the statement from I have… Read more »
  • Make your WILL if you love your familyMake your WILL if you love your family
    Are you prepared for your death? Uncomfortable question. Isn't it? We don't like to think about it much. We want to live a full life, work hard and save up and secure the future of our families, right? Unfortunately, all your goodwill and effort can be of no use to your family if you haven't made your WILL yet. They… Read more »
  • Why your New Year resolutions don't work!Why your New Year resolutions don't work!
    I am sure you have made at least one New Year resolution for 2024. Do you know that more than 80% give up on theirs within just 03 months? Listen in to know why and how you can make sure that you not only stay on but also accomplish what you have set out to accomplish this year. Learn how… Read more »
  • Myth Buster - Is Christmas really about Christ?Myth Buster - Is Christmas really about Christ?
    Christmas is a festival that I have loved and enjoyed right from childhood. There are bright colors, lights, carols, cakes and so much more. We celebrate it as the birth of Jesus Christ, but is that really the truth? In this episode, I talk about how Christmas in its current form came into being by including different customs from different… Read more »
  • Not everyone will like you - Its Okay!Not everyone will like you - Its Okay!
    We like someone, but somehow, they don't like us. Why does that happen? Why do some of us have the compulsive need to be liked by others? Girls are told from early childhood about behaving in a way that pleases others. How does it affect their individuality? Finally, is it really ok if people don't like us? Listen in to… Read more »
  • The challenge with our education systemThe challenge with our education system
    Did you know that our education system originated from a model that was used to train soldiers in the 18th century? It was designed to teach them how to read and write and follow instructions without asking too many questions to the authority. Most of us do not know this. I too learned this only from my mentor Blair Singer.… Read more »
  • How to get overpainful memoriesHow to get overpainful memories
    We all have several bad memories stored in our brain that we want to forget. It takes a toll on us every time we remember them. If you have experienced a serious trauma, like domestic violence, or childhood abuse, they can take a serious toll on your life. How can we get over them? Is it even possible? Listen in… Read more »