Shuvra Deb: With You

Topics: I start with talking about the importance of having an awareness around your current habits. More particularly, being aware of the unhelpful habits that you may currently have and working with those as a very first step. I then move on to look and offer tips on habit formation from the perspective of the different personality types. For goals-driven personality types: 1. Cut your larger go...

Topics: There are three categories of personality relevant to habit formation. Which one do you have? 1. A goals-oriented personality? 2. A process-driven personality?  3. Or, do you have a rewards-driven personality? How you are energized and motivated to form habits will depend on the type of personality that you have.  Tune in to find out more about these personality types. On my next show, I w...

I approach the topic of negative self-talk from the perspective of what it is, why it’s not good for you, and how to overcome it.  Topics: I offer you three quick-fire tips on how to combat negative self-talk. Tip 1: Develop a sense of self-worth through self-compassion. Tip 2: Identify the subject matter of your negative self-talk and bring yourself into a position to focus your self-compassion a...

Empowerment is about taking control of your life, and about making positive choices. By being empowered, you build the confidence you need to pursue your goals and your dreams. It's also a way of recognizing your self-worth.  I believe that empowerment is a mindset. It is a way of being in the world, which allows you to navigate life's challenges with grace, and with resilience.  I have three quic...

Imposter syndrome is when you experience self-doubt, or feel inadequate in some way. There are ways to overcome this. My top five tips for dealing with imposter syndrome are: 1. Be your authentic self. If you try to overcome imposter syndrome by being someone you think others want you to be, you will be doing yourself - and others a huge disservice. 2. Take some time to focus on past successes. Re...

Topics: I discuss what motivation is, and what it is not. I also give you my 5 tips for achieving anything and everything:  1. Not hesitating to get out of bed when your alarm goes off. 2. Not allowing your mind to distract you. 3. Using my 15-Minute Rule to form new habits through committing to new actions. 4. Watching the language you use in your to-do lists. 5. Using Mel Robbins’ 5-Second Rule....

Here are my three quick-fire tips to help you with your public speaking. 1. Always, always BE AUTHENTIC. No one wants to hear you being someone else. You don't want to be someone else! Be your authentic self - you're the best!   2. PRACTICE, PRACTICE, PRACTICE. This means doing at least one dry run through of your talk or presentation - out loud! It also means watching and listening to others who...

In this episode I dive into the essentials that can transform your communication skills, whether you're giving a speech, leading a meeting, or simply engaging in conversation.  I explore three core areas:  1. Purpose —working out the 'why' behind your message to create a powerful impact.  2. Content —crafting clear and compelling material that resonates with your audience and has them hooked.  3....

On today's show, I explore ways in which you can live more from your heart and less from your head.  I have two tried and tested ways in which I do this: 1.  Hold your hand over your heart. 2. Hold crystals in your hands when you meditate.  Tune in and have a listen to me speak on each of techniques in more detail. I hope you enjoy the show!  Resources: HeartMath Institute: https://www.heartmath.o...

On this show, I discuss ways in which we can all find our true purpose in life. I talk about how in those quiet moments in our lives, whether that’s achieved through meditation or perhaps being out in Nature, we can quieten our minds.  In the words of Eckhart Tolle, those quiet moments allow us to “experience with increasing frequency the joy of perceiving with little or no interference of thinkin...

By slowing down and standing still, we allow ourselves to move forward. We start to be able to regulate our Parasympathetic Nervous System (PNS) which is the part of the body that brings us back to a calm state after a stressful event. Chronic stress prevents the PNS from functioning properly. By maintaining a healthy PNS, we allow ourselves the grace to be in a position of strength, even when we...

Today's topic is all about self-confidence and how to overcome low self-confidence.  I discuss some of the causes of low self-confidence, such as having unrealistic expectations of yourself, or having coping mechanisms that are unhelpful to you.  My top tips for overcoming low self-confidence that I am offering you today are: Embracing failure. By embracing failure, you build resilience, and you l...

On this show, I continue to explore negative self-talk. I look at this from the perspective of how negative self-talk can have the effect of causing us to procrastinate over taking action, or how it can cause us not to take any action at all. I discuss the different types of procrastinator that have been identified by Dr. Linda Sapadin, PhD. Do you identify with either of these broad types of proc...

Today, I am talking to you about negative self-talk. I am doing this from the perspective of what negative self-talk is, why it’s not good for you, and how to overcome that negative, sometimes very mean voice, that can live inside your head.  Topics: I will offer you three quick-fire tips on how to combat negative self-talk. Tip 1: Develop a sense of self-worth through self-compassion. Tip 2: Iden...

On this show, I am talking to you about empowerment, and why taking action is important!  Topic: Empowerment is about taking control of your life, and about making positive choices. By being empowered, you build the confidence you need to pursue your goals and your dreams. It's also a way of recognizing your self-worth.  More than anything else, I believe that empowerment is a mindset. It is a way...

Today, I am talking about goal setting in the context of stress management! After all, who is able to focus on goals, and who is able to hit targets, without distraction, whilst feeling stressed?! I know I cannot perform at peak performance when I'm stressed and distracted.  With the first quarter coming to an end for many of you, I have three stress-busting tips for you, to help you get ahead int...

Today I am talking about equanimity and not allowing outside events and influences to interfere with your peace of mind. I do this by inviting you to: do some breath work know your triggers, and  challenge your negative thoughts.  I also discuss what equanimity is not. It is not: ignoring your emotions withdrawal from life or from your emotions, or denying reality.  I round off the episode with 3...

Today, I am joined by Daniela Rico and we are discussing spirituality.  We discuss: Different spiritual practises Vipassana, or silent retreats How to integrate spiritual practises into your daily life Why bringing spirituality to your professional life will help you Tune in, and enjoy! Note: Whilst I discuss mental health awareness in this show, I am not a medical doctor and am not qualified to g...

Today, I am talking about mindfulness, what that means, and about ways in which we can be more mindful.  I discuss the link between the mind and the heart that is recognized in some Asian languages, as well as in Ancient civilizations.  I talk about how a lack of mindfulness can give rise to all kinds of anxieties and pressures.  I draw together and set out the reason I believe that manifestation,...

On today’s show, I speak about motivation, particularly in the context of eliminating procrastination.  I kick off by discussing what procrastination is, and some of the causes.  I then move on to talk about comments and to answer questions on the topic that have been sent in by you – the listeners - thank you so much for those! Further to one of your questions, I discuss the correlation between p...

Today’s show is all about manifesting!  I’m going to be taking you through some exercises that you can do in real-time with me on the show. Before you get cozy, comfy, and settle in to listening to the show, please grab a piece of paper and pen – I will be asking you to write some things down.  I will then take you through a visualization exercise in the form of a meditation. If you would like to...

On this show, I discuss some of the way in which we can help ourselves to stop worrying.  According to one study, 59% of adults reported a sense of experiencing daily worry in 2020. So, if you find yourself worrying about something, and on a daily basis, know that you are most definitely not alone.  A little bit of worrying is no bad thing, as it allows us to think through, strategize and prepare...

On this show, I am joined by Melissa Quinn of One Heart Yoga Cayman. We focus our discussion on anxiety, and ways of navigating anxiety. We talk about: The benefits of having a yoga practice What to do about overthinking Personal stories about managing anxiety Day-to-day ways to calm stress and anxiety How not to let the cycle of rumination get away from you!  For those of you living in the Cayman...

I am joined by Ayi Harvey who is a Forensic Mental Health Nurse with the National Health Service in England.  Ayi's insights on mental health care and nursing are insightful, compassionate, and science based.  Listen to Ayi speak about treating the patient holistically, along with so many other great topics.  This is SUCH a great conversation, and not one that you wanna miss!  Note: Whilst this sh...

I have a surprise show for you today! As we get ready to start the new week ahead, I have some tips and tricks to get you flying on Monday!  Today, I am talking to you about avoiding Monday Madness! Who wants to start the week on the back foot? No one wants to start anything on the back foot.  Be sure to listen in for these tips and tricks which I hope help you, and make your lives a little bit ea...