Mindful, Beautiful, and Thriving

Tune in to our new podcast episode where, Seerat continues to interview Grace Hawthorne, founder and CEO of Paper Punk, author of Make Possibilities Happen, and adjunct professor at Stanford d.school, as she talks about the the start step in her framework of “see, start, do, and finish.” In this episode we explore how to use fear to our advantage, how to detach from our expectations, and use our p...

In this episode, Punam welcomes Sonia Salwan, a professional veterinarian, small business owner, nonprofit founder, Alameda County Commissioner, and Rotary District Vocational Chair. Together, they deconstruct why reassurance matters, how to guide without imposing our own definitions of success on our children, and how to instill that worth is not defined by the name of the university one goes to.

In this podcast, Anika Warrier interviews Dr. Jill Rosenberg, a clinical psychologist based in Los Altos- Cupertino Area, who works in private practice. Dr. Rosenberg discusses what her life looks like now, and talks about her favorite parts of the field and provides tips for young people exploring this career or something psychology adjacent. This podcast focuses primarily on finding yourself in...

In this podcast, Seerat interviews Grace Hawthorne, founder and CEO of Paper Punk, author of Make Possibilities Happen, and adjunct professor at Stanford d.school. She discusses her framework of “see, start, do, and finish” for transforming possibilities into reality and shares strategies for strengthening creativity through visualization and practice. She also explores the importance of curiosity...

In this podcast, Seerat interviews Mr. Pete Rai about how the future of AI could look like in our society. To watch the first episode in this series, go to: https://on.soundcloud.com/UQa8IG3s4P5kjXAD8p

In our modern day, AI can be seen and found everywhere, but what impact does it truly have on us? In this episode, Seerat interviews Pete Rai, a principal engineer at a leading tech company. He discuss how AI impacts out day to day lives, and better ways to utilize AI in order positively affect us.

In this podcast, Anika Warrier interview Dr. Mark Westerfield, a neuropsychologist who specializes in neuropsychological and educational assements for teens. This is the fifth podcast of the Therapists off the Clock Series, where Anika interviews various psychologists in their respective fields. Dr. Westerfield explains what neuropsychologists do, discusses his journey to work in neuropsychology a...

In this podcast, Anika Warrier interview Dr. Nick St. John, a clinical psychologist who practices in the Palo Alto and Menlo Park Area. This is the fourth episode of the Therapist off the Clock Series, where Anika interview various psychologists in their fields. Dr. St John discusses his path in discovering his passion in psychology, the work he does currently, and how he manages the highs and low...

In this podcast, Anika Warrier interviews Dr. Jennifer Kuhn, a licensed clinical psychologist who works with children, adolescents, and their parents in the South Bay area. Dr. Kuhn discusses what a day in her life as a clinical psychologist looks like. This is the third podcast, of the Therapists off the Clock series where Anika interviews different therapists in various fields to provide guidanc...

In this episode, Anika interview Shari Grande, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. In the second episode of Therapist off the Clock, Grande discusses what being a Clinical Social Worker looks like, highlighting the multitude of options that individuals can pursue within the field.

In this episode, Seerat interviews college counselor, Shane Brent Maldonado, who busts common myths and offers practical advice for students navigating college and career decisions. He advises evaluating colleges beyond rankings by looking at graduation rates, freshman retention, and campus culture/fit. He also emphasizes that career paths are rarely linear, so building transferable skills matters...

In this podcast, Anika Warrier, interviews Michelle Li, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) and Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC). This is the first podcast of the Therapists Off the Clock Series, where Anika interviews various therapists. Michelle discusses the ups and downs that comes with working in this field along with the reward that comes with it. Lastly, Michelle...

In this podcast, Seerat interviews Shane Brent Maldonado, a Bay Area college counselor, and currently the director of college counseling at Khan Lab School in Mountain View, California. Maldonado emphasizes balancing academics with family connection and mental health, urging families to prioritize fit over prestige and to make space for genuine joy outside the college-prep grind.

In this episode, Seerat is joined by Dr. Ashish Mehta, who earned his PhD in Psychology from Stanford, and researches on how AI can support human well-being, emotional regulation, treat common challenges, and how AI can be used with purpose. Seerat and Dr. Mehta discuss how we can use AI mindfully with a purpose to help us in the long term.

In this episode, Seerat is joined by Dr. Ashish Mehta, who earned his PhD in Psychology from Stanford, and researches on how AI can support human well-being, emotional regulation, treat common challenges, and how AI can be used with purpose. Seerat and Dr. Mehta discuss why we use AI the way we do, and how AI can be used to improve our well-being.

This podcast focused on the importance of mental health in families, emphasizing communication, stigma reduction, and support strategies for emotional well-being. Punam interviews Deepali Sansi, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who has worked in Mental Health for more than 10 years. You can find her at: deepali-sansi-lmft-44190911b Deepali Sansi has been working at Buckelew Programs for th...

In this podcast, Seerat is joined by Douglas Bodin. For more than 30 years, Bodin has worked with more than two thousand children, adolescents, and young adults in a variety of educational and treatment settings. He is the architect of the unique “Team Approach” that Bodin brings to its cases and developed the visionary integrative approach to serving clients that is the model for the industry. He...

This podcast focused on the importance of mental health in families, emphasizing communication, stigma reduction, and support strategies for emotional well-being. Punam interviews Deepali Sansi, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who has worked in Mental Health for more than 10 years. You can find her at: https://www.linkedin.com/in/deepali-sansi-lmft-44190911b/

In this podcast, Seerat interviews Dr. Kara Margolis, who is a professor of molecular pathobiology, pediatrics, and cell biology at New York University and the director of the NYU Pain Research Center. Her work lies in making our lives better by discovering how we can identify and treat disorders faster using smarter gut signaling via the brain and GI tract.

In this podcast, Punam is joined by Anika Warrier, who shares her personal journey and her Gold Award initiative to support the mental health of teenage only-children, an often overlooked, but growing demographic. She discusses the challenges only children face, including loneliness, parental pressure, and social comparison, and shares how these inspired her to create sustainable resources such as...

This podcast is centered on the importance of intentional living, nurturing compassion in children, and addressing period poverty through initiatives like Return Gifts to promote equality and empathy in communities. Learn more about the initiative here: https://returngifts.org/ Guest Speakers: Evanka Parekh, President of Return Gifts, Eashan Parekh, Chapter President of Mission San Jose High Schoo...

In this episode, Seerat is joined by Dr. Kara Margolis, the professor of molecular pathobiology, pediatrics, and cell biology at New York University and the director of the NYU Pain Research Center. They begin to discuss the connection between our gut and brain, and how what we consume impacts this axis.

In this podcast, Seerat interviews Dr. Isabelle Hau, who is the Executive Director of the Stanford Accelerator for Learning. Her book, Love to Learn: The Transformative Power of Care and Connection in Early Education, serves as the ultimate learning accelerator. She’s been nominated and awarded as one of the Top 100 Most Innovative Women by Harvard Business School

In this episode, Matthew Joseph shares his personal journey and experiences as a mindful parent, discussing open communication, handling family challenges, teaching critical thinking and empathy, and balancing emotions. Together with Sister Rini and Sister Punam, the conversation explores therapy, authenticity, addressing pain and fear, and fostering a sense of abundance and oneness within familie...

In this heartfelt conversation, Beatrice shares her personal parenting journey, discussing the joys and challenges of raising a twice-exceptional child while balancing work and family life. Joined by Sister Rini and Punam, they explore themes of mindfulness, emotional regulation, discipline, and parent-child connection. Practical advice and personal stories illuminate the importance of self-awaren...