Feel Good Factor: mindfulness and wellbeing tips for multi-passionates and conscious solopreneurs

In the quest to weight loss, Pragya Bhatt discovered the power of mindfulness in her health and fitness practices. She embraced self-love, dove deep into Yogasana and found her calling as a Yoga instructor and writer. In today's episode, Pragya and I discussed: The many aspects of Yoga beyond just the Asana practice Understanding the symbolism and deeper meaning behind each pose Developing a healt...

Is there one relationship in your life which overpowers all other aspects of it? Are your losing a large part of who you are to this? This short solocast episode is all about detaching in a healthy way and reclaiming your identity. You are not just one thing! Allow yourself to completely be who you are and let every part of yourself shine. Main episode blog post (with transcript and option to shar...

I've interviewed Travel and Yoga Blogger, Namita Kulkarni, who has been pivoting into different paths that bring her joy for many years now. Listening to this episode will leave you feeling incredibly inspired to bravely follow your excitement and passion. Namita has spoken about: Quitting her day job in law against all odds to become a yoga teacher Embracing the Covid-19 lockdown as a beautiful e...

Learn about the four phases of your menstrual cycle, and the self-care practices to follow to align with your energy in each phase. In this conversation, Shilpa Jindal and I have discussed: The naturally flowing phases of the menstrual cycle Connection between the lunar cycle and menstrual cycle Foods to consume during each phase Suitable exercise routines Journaling and other beneficial activitie...

Rheea Mukherjee is an author who has to ability to open minds and make people look at divergence from societal norms and constructs through a new lens. One of curiosity, understanding and love. In this episode of The Feel Good Factor, Rheea and I discuss: Drawbacks of the mainstream education system. Nuances in love, relationships and sexuality – in the Indian and global context. Breaking away fro...

As another powerful new moon cycle begins, I felt called to create a manifestation meditation for you. When I asked the Universe for guidance on the message I should share through this meditation, I felt a strong pull to focus on the blocks we create in the way of manifesting. All the positivity, love, abundance, success, joy, friends, happiness... everything we desire is attracted to us and is co...

Shailaja Vishwanath is a blogger and solo entrepreneur with over a decade of experience in the blogging space. In this conversation, Shailaja and I discussed: Finding joy in whatever you do Non-negotiable self care practices Social media breaks Healthy relationship with the digital world Day blocking for efficiency Creating authentic content And so much more... Shailaja shares blogging advice, pro...

You know you’re talking with a primary school teacher when she says, “pardon my language” and, while you brace for colourful expletives, follows up with “stupid” or “sucks” instead. LOL  In this easy, fun, free flowing conversation, Jill Tomback and I discuss: Keeping kids engaged during the lockdown. Pandemic life in LA and India. The importance of honest, loving communication. Why we should...

A recent conversation with a friend about how we use our weaknesses to our benefit reminded me about this blog post I'd written over a decade ago. It's all about how I would push my laziness to its limit and come out of the other end to stop procrastinating and get household chores done. It made me so happy to see that something I'd written so long ago actually aligns with a lot of the messaging I...

In celebration of Episode 30, I've put together a collection of some of my favourite moments from the podcast. If you've just discovered this podcast, then this episode is a great way to get a feel for the kind of conversations and topics featured on The Feel Good Factor. For regular listeners, I'm hoping these moments fill you with nostalgia and make you smile. If you're enjoying The Feel Good Fa...

Continuing my conversation with Kuntal Joisher about his feelings and experience when he reached the summit of Mt. Everest, and his life after that. In last week's episode, he spoke about what made him become a vegan mountaineer to begin with. In this second and final part of the interview, he shares his motivation behind going through the arduous journey of climbing the mountain for the second ti...

Kuntal Joisher is the first Vegan to have climbed Mt. Everest. And he’s done it twice! This episode is part 1 of a 2 part series. In today’s conversation we get to know all about Kuntal’s back story and inspiration. The twists and turns in his life that unexpectedly led him on his journey to becoming a passionate mountaineer. Kuntal is an incredible storyteller! Each time I listen to him talk, I c...

A total disconnection from the digital world is something we all intend to do at some point, but rarely ever get around to it. Recently I took a complete day off without even turning on the internet on my phone. No social media, no emails, no messages... IT. FELT. AMAZING. I knew I had to share the experience with you all. In this episode, I've spoken about the why it's such a good thing to do a d...

Our thoughts and feelings are immensely powerful tools. We can use them to attract and create the life that we desire. But often, we end up throwing them away on people and situations that don't deserve them. In this episode, I've shared my thoughts on how we tend to waste our precious energy on past hurts, and how we can turn things around to become strong magnets for good things. Because feeling...

Ayurveda is a powerful holistic healing science with its origins in ancient India. In this incredibly insightful conversation with Dr. Vidya, an Ayurvedic and functional medicine practitioner and an ethical vegan, we discussed the physical, mental, emotional and spiritual aspects of healing as taught in Vedic texts thousands of years ago. And the smooth merging of these practices with purely plant...

From being a model/actor/tv show co-host to pivoting into a career as a highly successful vegan chef, Leslie Durso talks about her journey, inspiration and work ethic in this conversation. Her message? With determination, dedication and discipline, you can achieve all your dreams! A vegan chef and wellness expert, Leslie is the glowing face of a fresher plant-based movement that refuses to comprom...

From IT project manager to vegan baker to holistic life coach, Smitha Hemadri shares her journey of finding her life's path and purpose in this enlightening and inspiring conversation. Natural healing, art of surrender, going with the Universe's flow, teaching children to unreservedly follow their inner voice - Smitha shares a wide range of guidance from what she has learnt through her life experi...

Dealing with plagiarism, building a supportive tribe, being confident in your authentic voice, and so much more! Whether you're an entrepreneur, artist, content creator, or just someone who resonates with the idea of ethical collaboration, this smoothly flowing conversation between Rheea, Samyukta and me is sure to inspire ideas, evoke faith in a new business paradigm and uplift you. Rheea Rodrigu...

Celebrate your desires as successes, in a beautiful setting. Plant seeds of intention during the New Moon Cycle and watch the magic happen in your life. Feel the uplifting, joyful energy of gratitude and allow all good things to flow to you with ease and grace. Though it's not a Tuesday, it's the start of a New Moon Cycle, so I thought it would be a perfect time to share this meditation with you....

Let me start by saying that Janice's story is damn freaking inspiring! She is a beacon of hope for anyone who wants to turn their pain to purpose. The first trauma she went through in childhood lead to eating disorders and self judgement. The next (bigger) trauma in adulthood however, completely changed her outlook on life and self-care. After that, Janice started to truly shine from the inside ou...

From seeing energy beings at a very young age to channelling messages from angels, Laura's story is super interesting and intriguing. Listen to Laura talk about her journey from feeling fear of the unknown to embracing her special abilities that lead her on a path to becoming a medium. We've discussed a little bit of everything - her writing process, her family history, what happens after someone...

We all need stories of immense hope and transformation at this time of uncertainty. And Annette's journey from being diagnosed with a rare type of terminal cancer, to the work that went into healing herself, to becoming a holistic wellness professional is all that and more. In this interview, we've spoken about the incredible work that went into healing herself, EFT, essential oils, self care and...

Italy went into a lockdown state much before most the world. This interview with Anna Di Fiori is almost like a message from the future. Haha Anna lives in Naples with her family. Being in a locked down situation has almost become the new normal for the people there. She talks about all the things she does on a daily basis to go through these times with ease, grace and joy. Anna's advice is gold f...

Everything always happens for the highest good! Hold on to the hope this statement offers, and you can flow through even the most difficult of times. The upheaval caused by COVID-19 has been much bigger than the virus itself. In this episode, I've spoken about the various causes of worry and anxiety in these times and how to shift towards good feelings through them all. Abundance Family Being Home...

Khristee Rich is a holistic healer and owner of The Dancing Curtain, a healthy lifestyle business. She encourages her clients to overcome chronic illness naturally, easily, and joyfully, to speak their truth, and to shine! I enjoyed interviewing her about her new blog & upcoming book about Holistic Childbirth Around The World. We spoke about women's empowerment, the importance of supporting ea...