Refreshing Leadership with Maya - Career, Leadership & Life Design

Veganuary is upon us. Are you giving it a go or maybe trying a flexitarian approach in the New Year? Are you worried about animal farming and its environmental burden? Veganuary is a not for profit organisation encouraging us to consume less animal products - they claim it is better for our health and the planet. Since 2014 numbers signing up for Veganuary have grown from 3,000 to a huge 250,000....

We don't need to tell you that we are staring down the barrel of a new decade! And with this new year comes a new energy. What is the best way to set goals? How often, what type of goals are most successful? How do you choose what's right for you? Maya provides a coaching perspective, given she works with clients on their goals throughout the year. Aarti shares her beer and brownie Pintere...

So it's that time of year again and we are getting various resolution and goal setting questions from clients. We know it's that time of year when clients reflect on their year and start to look forward. But before we look forward it's important to take stock and reflect on what has already happened. This is a lite review - we've picked out highlights that we think are interesting,...

Maya and Aarti continue their conversation from episode 6 discussing garlic, ginger and turmeric and how they use these wonderful winter remedies in their daily rituals and meal preparation. These immune enhancing ingredients can elevate even the most simple dishes such as rice, stir fries and tofu and are a perfect for seasonal winter cookery.  If you’re a high achiever who wants BOTH Career Succ...

Find out how you can use winter warming spices such as garlic, ginger and turmeric to boost your immunity and ward off winter ills. Maya shares her love for raw garlic and golden milk. Aarti shares her scientific insights into the nutritional properties of these wonderful foods.   If you’re a high achiever who wants BOTH Career Success & Confidence AND an extra 5+ hours a week to create an ene...

We demystify the concept of Mindful Eating and what it actually is. And more importantly how you can integrate some mindful eating  in your daily life and the benefits which flow from it. Sometimes HOW you eat is as important as WHAT you eat.  If you’re a high achiever who wants BOTH Career Success & Confidence AND an extra 5+ hours a week to create an energised, inspired life, this is the pod...

Maya and Aarti delve into their personal meditation journey over the past 20 years. They explore which styles and forms of meditation have been most useful at different stages of their lives. Whether it is formal classes, apps, books or simply walking - everyone can benefit from some mindfulness in their lives.  If you’re a high achiever who wants BOTH Career Success & Confidence AND an extra...

Having discussed some of the science around meditation, we open up on how meditation has helped us personally through tough times, and the practicalities of silent meditation retreats.  If you’re a high achiever who wants BOTH Career Success & Confidence AND an extra 5+ hours a week to create an energised, inspired life, this is the podcast for you. Connect with me on linkedin https://www.link...

Meditation - its everywhere, and yet our clients still struggle to actually do it. So in this four-part mini series, we bring our lens to the conversation, giving you gold standard research around the benefits  ; before discussing more personal experiences, specific habits and resources in future episodes. Expect a shorter, but slightly heavier episode, laying foundations for the future discussion...

There is so much in this episode that you might want to listen in 3 segments: - Current research on sleep, a critical look at some of the gloom and doom messaging, and expert insights into the impact on our nutrition, self-control and many other aspects! - Practical things you can do when sleep is hard to come by (whether this is due to kids or other health issues) - A deep dive into bedtime routi...

Meal prep can save time and money but the question is how to find the time to actually do it when you have a never ending to do list. Find small windows of time to make meal preparation less of a chore - double up dinner portions, shop online to save time and be less tempted by buy one get one free deals scattered in-store. Simple meal prep hacks like soaking rice and lentils can make life that li...

Maya and Aarti discuss the importance and safety of key supplements - Vitamin D, iron, B12 and probiotics.  Why some supplements are important even with a good diet and how to ensure you actually remember to take them. Aarti talks about the brands she recommends in her Nutrition Clinics. If you’re a high achiever who wants BOTH Career Success & Confidence AND an extra 5+ hours a week to create...

Maya and Aarti talk about the mind and body connection with a focus on mindset. An expert in positive psychology Maya's explores the importance of mindset, how to challenge our internal scripts, build systems to support healthier habits and shift the focus from short-term goal setting to sustained long-term healthier habits.  If you’re a high achiever who wants BOTH Career Success & Confid...

The basics of gut health explained! If you’re a high achiever who wants BOTH Career Success & Confidence AND an extra 5+ hours a week to create an energised, inspired life, this is the podcast for you Thinking of trying out a glucose monitor / sensor - all my personal experience, research and insights from Nutrition Therapist aarti are condensed in this cheap as chips ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠1- hour course...

How to do Food prep with kids If you’re a high achiever who wants BOTH Career Success & Confidence AND an extra 5+ hours a week to create an energised, inspired life, this is the podcast for you. Want to start working with me immediately? Click here https://www.mayagudka.com/vision-builder

With an MSc in Pos Psych - Maya breaks down the basic science. If you’re a high achiever who wants BOTH Career Success & Confidence AND an extra 5+ hours a week to create an energised, inspired life, this is the podcast for you. Subscribe or Follow ⬆️for weekly episodes to move you with ease towards your work and wellbeing goals & dreams!

We are two working parents with young kids, and we know what it means to have a lot on your plate! We are passionate about bringing together our expertise in Nutrition & Psychological Flourishing to help you get the most out of life. Here we talk about how busy parents can make good food, build emotional strength, and therefore...take on the world! From figuring out meal plans to mapping out l...