Made to Rise

Struggling with imposter syndrome? You’re not alone. Discover the hidden toll imposter syndrome takes on high performers and how to turn self-doubt into your greatest strength. If you've ever felt like you don’t belong, even in moments of success, this episode promises insight and relief. In this episode of Made to Rise, Navin Goyal dives deep into the emotional and psychological reality of im...

Struggling with how to accept a compliment? In this powerful episode of Made to Rise , Navin Goyal breaks down why so many high-achievers deflect praise, and how learning to truly receive it can fuel your growth. If you’ve ever smiled on the outside but cringed on the inside after someone said “great job,” this episode is for you. Navin shares personal insights and neuroscience-backed research to...

Feeling stuck in your career or life path? In this episode of Made to Rise, host Navin Goyal MD shares powerful mindset shifts to help you break free from indecision and find clarity. This episode unpacks the emotional weight of uncertainty, how it affects our nervous system, traps us in overthinking, and convinces us we should already "have it all figured out." Whether you're in you...

Feeling stuck, drained, or just going through the motions? In this episode of Made to Rise , we tackle the truth about burnout and boredom, and how to fix both. Host Navin Goyal MD shares a powerful framework to help you reclaim your energy, purpose, and calendar. Whether your days are jam-packed with meetings or strangely empty yet unfulfilling, this episode explores why even high performers can...

Feeling stuck even though you're doing everything right? In this episode of Made to Rise, host Navin Goyal MD shares three powerful habits that transformed his career, and could change yours. You'll discover the science-backed rhythm that helped Navin escape burnout and build intentional growth. Backed by insights from cognitive psychology and personal experience, Navin shares how a few sm...

In this episode of Made To Rise, Navin Goyal shares 3 powerful steps to find fulfillment beyond your job title and separate self-worth from work. He explains why promotions and titles rarely bring lasting happiness, the hidden trap of tying identity to career, and how to redefine success on your own terms. Through personal stories of leaving medicine and stepping into entrepreneurship, Navin shows...

In this episode, Navin Goyal explores the quiet struggle of feeling left behind in a world of curated milestones and constant comparison. From the fleeting satisfaction of achievements to the neuroscience behind why we chase validation, Navin shares personal stories, science-backed insights, and grounded strategies for redefining success. He offers a practical mindset reset, including how to stay...

In this episode of Made to Rise, Navin Goyal shares how three simple words, "I don't know," can radically shift the way you lead. If you've ever felt pressure to always have the answer, this episode offers a powerful reframe. Navin explores why uncertainty feels threatening, how our brains respond to not knowing, and what research reveals about the link between intellectual humil...

You can be highly accomplished and still hear that quiet voice saying, “You’re not enough.” In this episode of Made to Rise, Dr. Navin Goyal explains how impostor syndrome embeds itself into your inner dialogue, and how to rewire that mental script using science, self-awareness, and practical strategies. This is your guide to replacing shame with clarity and learning how to talk to yourself like s...

Fear gets a bad reputation. But what if fear is actually a signal for growth? In this episode of Made to Rise, Dr. Navin Goyal breaks down the myths surrounding fear and shares how to reframe it as a catalyst for action. Learn how to harness fear into momentum, confidence, and personal evolution.

You got the job. Hit the goal. Won the award. And yet, it still doesn’t feel like you thought it would. In this episode of Made to Rise, Dr. Navin Goyal explores why the sense of arrival we all chase is an illusion. If you’ve ever thought “I should feel more pride right now,” this episode will help you reframe what real fulfillment is made of.

Being underestimated might be the best thing that ever happened to you. In this episode of Made to Rise , Dr. Navin Goyal explores the unique traits that make underdogs not just resilient, but quietly dangerous. Whether you have been overlooked, doubted, or dismissed, this episode is a roadmap for how to use your outsider status as fuel. 00:00 – Opening: The Power of Being Underestimated 00:37 – I...

Leaving a secure identity behind can unravel you. In this episode of Made to Rise , Dr. Navin Goyal shares the private doubt, second-guessing, and hidden struggle of walking away from medicine to enter the world of startups and venture capital. If you are navigating a pivot or carrying impostor syndrome through your next chapter, this personal story might be the mirror you need.

Feeling like a fraud is not a flaw. In this episode of Made to Rise , Dr. Navin Goyal reveals how impostor syndrome can actually be a sign that you are evolving. Instead of treating doubt as a problem to fix, what if you learned to see it as a signal that you are leveling up? This episode reframes the discomfort that comes with growth so you can keep moving forward with clarity and confidence.