The Grounded Leader: Ayurvedic Wellness for Leaders Who Want to Succeed from a Place of Balance

What happens when a high-achieving entrepreneur hits burnout, questions everything, and decides to rewrite the rules of success? On today’s episode of The Grounded Leader , I sit down with Paula M. Trott —a former co-founder of a thriving packaging prototyping business—who courageously walked away from the boardroom and into the healing world of Ayurveda. Paula’s journey didn’t begin in balance. A...

In this episode of The Grounded Leader: Ayurvedic Wellness for Leaders Who Want to Succeed from a Place of Balance , I sit down with April Jarrett , Executive Director at ACDN, who brings over 15 years of experience in operations management and strategic planning. April is a champion of whole-person leadership—one that values balance, self-awareness, and the courage to step away in order to return...

Ayurvedic Nutrition for Mental Clarity and Better Decision-Making If your brain feels foggy by 3 p.m., if you find yourself staring at your fridge wondering why you opened it, or if you’ve been making decisions you later regret—it might not be your willpower at fault. It could be your gut. In this episode of The Grounded Leader , we explore how Ayurvedic nutrition can sharpen your focus, boost you...

What if productivity isn’t about cramming more into your day—but aligning your energy with what truly matters? In this episode of The Grounded Leader , I sit down with Ayurvedic Doctor, Lindsey Scarlata Woodruff—an award-winning brand strategist turned Doctor of Ayurveda—to explore how the ancient science of Ayurveda reframes time management. We unpack how syncing your schedule with your natural d...

The Back-to-Busy Trap: How to Avoid Burning Out Before Fall Does late August feel like slamming your foot on the gas? One moment you’re savoring summer; the next, your calendar is overflowing, and your energy feels scattered. That’s what I call The Back-to-Busy Trap —the cultural push to “make up for lost time” by jumping back into a frenzied pace. In this episode of The Grounded Leader , we explo...

Is burnout your default setting? In this powerful episode of The Grounded Leader: Ayurvedic Wellness for Leaders Who Want to Succeed from a Place of Balance —host Sweta Vikram challenges the toxic narrative that burnout is a sign of commitment or success. From sleepless nights to simmering irritability, Sweta breaks down how burnout shows up differently for each Ayurvedic dosha— Vata, Pitta, and K...

In this episode of The Grounded Leader: Ayurvedic Wellness for Leaders Who Want to Succeed from a Place of Balance we explore why Ayurveda and mindfulness aren’t just “nice-to-haves” — they’re essential frameworks for modern leadership. In a world that glorifies speed, productivity, and mental overload, leaders need a deeper operating system. One that aligns the body, mind, and purpose. Enter: Ayu...

What happens when the body—after years of whispering—finally yells “no”? In this deeply personal and powerful premiere episode, host Sweta Vikram shares the story behind The Grounded Leader . From climbing mountains in Central Europe to being confined to a couch, from receiving awards to being put on the cancer watch list—Sweta reveals the physical, emotional, and spiritual unraveling that forced...

In this powerful opening episode, Sweta Vikram introduces The Grounded Leader —a podcast at the intersection of Ayurvedic wisdom and modern leadership. She explores why traditional markers of success like KPIs and productivity often come at the expense of your well-being, and how your nervous system, sleep, digestion, and emotional resilience are just as critical to your leadership impact.  You’ll...