Being Fully Me

In this episode I share my thoughts on "the voice" in our head which dominates so much of our waking lives. That voice is the reason we don't follow our dreams. I also share about my new writing journey on Substack titled This Human-Divine Journey. Support my writing on Substack:  https://umagirish.substack.com Visit my website

Like many of you, I've been struggling with the terror and violence that's going on in the world. In this episode I share some ideas on how when we focus on our wellness we have more power to be of service and create harmony. If any of the ideas I shared resonate with you, please email me at  uma@umagirish.com . Anita Moorjani's book: Sensitive is the New Strong Work With Me

A busy life is not a rich life. When we equate our worthiness with how much we produce, we never get off the hamster wheel. This episode addresses the importance of slowing down as a sacred practice that anchors us in presence. Stolen Focus: Why You Can't Pay Attention Rest is Resistance: A Manifesto Recipes for A Sacred Life: True Stories and a Few Miracles   Your Human Design chart contains all...

It's that time of year when relationships come into sharp focus. Thanksgiving brings up so many feelings around being with family, not wanting to be there, grief, anger, and unmet needs. I address the topic of Relationships in this episode. I share a personal story about a beloved friendship that died. I speak about the importance of boundaries and why spiritual people are conflicted about boundar...

I chanced upon a journal entry and knew right away that I needed to share it with you. In this episode I read this entry and share my thoughts on what it means to try to convince others, why we feel compelled to do it, and how we need to turn the inquiry inward. If anything in this episode spoke to you, do email me at  uma@umagirish.com . I'd love to hear from you!

This episode follows episode 23 so please be sure to listen in that order. Here I offer 5 reasons why emotional honesty is important and also share how I prepare for an emotionally hard conversation. Need to have a tough conversation and could use some support? Book a session by emailing uma@umagirish.com  

In this episode I address the 10 reasons why we struggle to have conversations where we need to speak our truth, state our needs, or hold someone accountable for their actions. There are tender, frightened parts of you that are trying to protect you from doing it. Your Human Design holds the key to understanding these parts of you. Book a Human Design Session at https://umagirish.com/work-with-me...

In this episode I explain why committing to get off social media, then going back, and blaming yourself for your lack of willpower is pointless. It's not your fault and you'll know why when you listen. The books that inspired me and tell the truth about social media addiction: Digital Minimalism by Cal Newport Stolen Focus by Johann Hari My earlier episode on the pod:  Why I Quit Social Media Stru...

When we resist the season we're moving through, we create more suffering for ourselves. In this episode I share stories about what it means to honor the season you're moving through. Wintering by Kathleen May What's In The Way Is The Way by Mary O'Malley Work With Me  

In this episode I share my self-care tips that help me stay calm and grounded as I navigate a big international move. We're taking a break at the end of Season 2 and will return with fresh episodes for Season 3. Check out my current offers at https://umagirish.com/work-with-me    

Big announcement in this episode! After three years in Düsseldorf, Germany we're moving back to suburban Chicago. Our three international moves The challenges of moving during a pandemic The grief of a language barrier What I learned during this season of life What I'll miss about Germany What I'm looking forward to in Chicago

Vulnerability is a buzzword these days. Especially as a marketing tactic that coaches promise will bring in more followers, clients, and income. I share my thoughts on vulnerability in this episode. The 3 key elements of vulnerability What people who embrace vulnerability cultivate Why vulnerability as a marketing tactic can backfire The importance of your vulnerability guardrail   To work with me...

Living life as a Human Design Projector has been a very satisfying experiment so far. Knowing the ebbs and flows of my energy; my strengths and shadows; my purpose and life of service; and how I am meant to make decisions has made all the difference. I experience more peace and flow in my life as a result of living this aligned life. In this episode I dive into the 7 truths Human Design confirmed...

In this episode, I unpack how my relationship with rituals evolved over time. Born and raised in southern India I brought a healthy rebellious spirit to practicing rituals that didn't feel meaningful to me. Now I love rituals because the practices I call rituals have little to do with complex astrology or cosmic alignment. How humans practiced rituals Why a life without rituals feels empty How rit...

In this episode I share the top 5 values that have served as my guideposts in 2023. Instead of a word-of-the-year I find it useful to think about 3-5 values that will help me show up for my work, relationships, well-being, and life in general with integrity and ease. My top 5 values How each of these values impact my decision-making The ways in which I infuse these values into my work Why values a...

In this episode I share about how "finding" your purpose and "living" your purpose are two different things. How people-pleasing gets in the way of your purpose Why it's important to speak the truth even when you're not sure how to articulate your dream Living with the uncertainty of how your purpose will unfold The significance of trusting your connection with a Divine Presence Your money mindset...

In this episode I speak about my obsession with "finding" my purpose, the arc of how my purpose evolved, and what it has grown to become today. how we're living our purpose in every season of life how my father was my role model in me living my purpose the indelible image that started my purpose journey how the apprenticeship of my soul evolved my 3 purpose takeaways My memoir is "Losing Amma, Fin...

In this episode I unpack the 4 systems (Healing From Loss, Healing Generational Trauma, Human Design, and Soul Purpose Mentoring) that I support my clients with and my mentoring trajectory. I speak about how we can't see how one thing leads to the next, but when we trust the universe to lead us, everything flows as it is meant to. How my own personal journey through grief led me to my life's work...

This episode is vignettes from my schooling experiences in southern India. why I hated elementary school why I loved grades 6-10 what my classroom looked like my experiences going to school the values my school embraced Get "10 Truths Your Soul Wants You to Know" at  https://umagirish.com

Morning practices were all the rage a while ago. In this final episode of Season 1, I share how my morning practice has evolved over 14 years. Do you need a morning practice? The 2 most important questions to ask before you start one How your Human Design can help you find a practice that works for YOU I learned the Divine Abundance Prayer from Tosha Silver If you've been curious about your Human...

A dream I held very dear died because the identity that had created the dream died. In this episode I unpack the story of why the dream died and what I understood about that process. When dreams are no longer aligned with our current identity The new dream that emerged for me Why we hold on to old dreams The energy center in our Human Design chart that encourages us to let go Two powerful question...

This episode is all about the story of what led me to question my presence and eventually quit ALL social platforms. how the universe had my back the two books that opened my eyes the resources that showed up magically my top 5 reasons for quitting social media  Join my email community at https://umagirish.com/ https://www.amazon.com/Digital-Minimalism-Choosing-Focused-Noisy/dp/0525536515 by Cal N...

In this episode, I share the story of how I was put in a situation where I had to take the stage and face an audience of 100 people when I was 22 years old. How my child-self was demonstrating my purpose The experience of being thrust into the spotlight What the curious mix of excitement and fear signals The shift in my speaking that came with my transformation Why we struggle to share our gifts I...

This episode features two stories from my childhood. Why I chafed against structure and regimentation How my child-self knew what would become an important value The confirmation I received many decades later from Human Design Check out my 3 Human Design Offers at: https://umagirish.com/work-with-me

I read you a chapter from my memoir Losing Amma, Finding Home: A Memoir About Love, Loss, And Life's Detours. How I created accountability in getting my book done What's most important when you're creating something? Devotion as the path to completion Living in the space of "not-knowing" Find my books at  www.umagirish.com/books If you'd like a grief guidance session, please email uma@umagirish.co...