Freebird

Having a hard time shifting perspective? Here’s some thoughts on how we can access gratitude even in the darkest of nights.

Rough waters make better sailors. And I’m here to tell you - that it can be done. And that you can do it. Here’s a note of self compassion and healing as a reminder for this Christmas season.

If you are struggling with loss of any kind, big emotions and difficulty understanding where and how to begin, listen in to some frameworks that can help you navigate difficult time. Peace and Love, Sneh

Freebird comes back for Season 3. In episode 1, we set the stage for diving into what makes us human and the three pillars I will use to help us navigate understanding our human existence. Thanks for listening!

Freebird is back for Season 2. Same host, new discussions.  On this first episode, Neil and I talk about what it means to find resilience. The conversation is short and the first of many we will explore on this subject.  Listen on!

We've all been there. Kicking ourselves. Regretting our failures. Wishing things were different.  Here's what - we need mistakes. Yes - need. Mistakes are the ground for growth and now even neuroscience proves it.  This short episode is a reflection on why we shouldn't badger ourselves when we fail. Tune in.

The year has gone by and while life was keeping me busy, I just couldn't turn away from the place that helped me this year.  In this stream of consciousness (haha) episode, I just want to say thank you to everyone who showed up here and for the learning and courage we created together.   I also talk about Brene Brown's 'The Gift of Imperfection' as we move into the new year.  Let me...

No one goes through life unscathed.  But what if we had access to the methods through which we could work on healing our body, our pain and our traumas. What if the answers to that healing came from within?   In this episode of Freebird I talk to Rita Feghaly, certified holistic health coach whose life is itself a testament to the immense power of healing that resides within us.  &n...

In this episode of Freebird, we explore the theme of 'grit' What makes us resilient to life's challenges?  What values fuel passion and perseverance for long-term and meaningful goals?   Meet Rajesh Mehta. He's a man of many talents - a musician, trainer at IBM, guest speaker at various Ivy League B Schools and a father.  And he does all of this while being visually impaired.  ...

In this episode of Freebird, we explore the domain of the well being of men. Long has pop culture and belief systems created a stereotype of how men should be raised and behave in society. Does this enable wholesome societies? What impacts does the emotional and communication bottling up cause for men and thereafter in families and society. There is so much to be navigated and I couldn't imagine d...

Meet Neil Cabral. He's a free thinker, amateur triathlete and interested in astrophysics. Father to our cat, Achilles and married to me. We decided to do a free wheeling conversation of some of the things that matter to us - namely self discovery, the planet and well being in relationships. Join in. Have a laugh. Maybe take some notes. This is us, unscripted and unplanned.   Take the "Strengt...

Imagine a world where our responses to life's challenges were kinder and more thought out. Imagine being able to navigate life's challenges without worry and despair. Is this even possible?   Meet mindfulness thought leader Sapan Shrimal. With a corporate background, grounded in principles of mindfulness, Vipassana, NLP and modern psychology, Sapan is the Director of new movement in the workp...

At 27, Neil DSilva has already lived a lifetime. A well known amateur triathlete, free spirited and articulate, he is an example of hope and overcoming adversity. Neil talks about overcoming addiction through sport and of his recent health diagnosis of ADD and Bipolar. He speaks of sharing his story so that others may garner hope that things do get better. Join us on this candid, inspiring chat. T...

Protima Sharma.  A change agent who is working towards creating a better world for her children. And for India's children.   After an impressive career in HR, she founded PeopleWiz, an HR firm that helps build organizations that are ready for tomorrow.  To me, her super power is her unique perspective and work in the arena of Child Welfare in India. Her inner strength and resilience...

'Only dreams are real' says his bio.  And making his dreams happen is his passion.   Meet Rinat Mustafin, a remarkable endurance athelete, entrepreneur, father to 4 sons and mentor to many. His impressive achievements include being the Top 100 in the Marathon des Sables, Ultraman distances, Ironman feats - just to name a few. We talk about how he transformed his life (and business) throu...

No man is an island. Human beings have evolved and thrived through tribes. It is our way to serve and feel valued and our communities become our safe spaces. Meet Eva Kerr, a podcast host, sound healer and lighthouse to the community.  Eva's work in the community includes creating safe spaces for expression, healing and unity for men and women through yoga, meditation and empowerment circles....

Ania has quite an extraordinary biography. Born in Odessa, Ukraine, she studied for a Masters Degree in Philology. At the age of 25, she moved to Paris where she studied art history, painting and acting. Ania starred in French movies including Laurent Thomas's feature “Le Mystère de la Dame Blanche”. Ania started practicing the Zhong Yuan Qigong system over 12 years ago. Today, she is a certified...

From career shifts in real estate, investment banking, accounting and hospitality to becoming one of the Middle East's most influential food and travel Instagram influencers - Join us as we speak with Talal Al Rashed about his adventurous journey in the culinary world!   Instagram: @talal.alrashed  Website: www.thecontourage.com

This week we are serving up some glamour and life lessons with beauty queen Adele Smith.  Adele won the prestigious Miss Caribbean 1999 and Miss Fitness 2002. She is a mom, vegan and health coach. In this conversation she shares her experience of winning pageants to failing and then succeeding in marriages. Through her sunny personality, she navigates some advice for us all. Tune in.   T...

Episode 1 features Adrian Kerr. Adrian Kerr is a kitesurfer, podcast and livestream host. The kitesurf365 podcast has been downloaded in over 160 countries worldwide and hosting the sports biggest stars. Locked down and live is a twice a week show that streams out to a audience of over 90,000 people.   Follow Adrian here:  Instagram: @kitesurf365  Website: www.kitesurf365.com ...

Suranjana Ghosh is a Marketing and Communications specialist, based in Mumbai, India. In a career spanning close to 18 years, she has worked across several multinational brands like L'Oréal, Kellogg, BBC and CNBC-TV18.   At the age of 18 she was diagnosed with Osteosarcoma and a malignant tumour in her left knee. She went through four years of treatment, undergoing several cycles of chem...