Rerouting Life with Nourin and Sunil

Why do we feel guilty saying no ? Why do so many of us say yes even when it comes at the cost of our own time, energy, and priorities? In this episode of Rerouting Life , Sunil and Nourin explore the psychology behind people pleasing and why our brains are naturally wired to seek acceptance. Drawing from neuroscience, evolutionary psychology, everyday experiences, Indian culture, and Vedic philoso...

Have you ever felt like you don't belong? Have you ever achieved something significant, only to convince yourself that it was luck, timing, or a mistake? In this episode of Rerouting Life , we dive deep into Imposter Syndrome - the feeling that you're not as capable as others think you are, despite evidence of your achievements. We share our personal experiences with self-doubt, from feeli...

In Part 2 of this conversation, Sunil shares the exact strategies, habits, and mindset that helped him crack IIT JEE with just six months of preparation. From creating a unique revision system and managing exam pressure to growing up with limited financial resources and finding motivation through a mentor who believed in him, this episode explores what it really takes to pursue a difficult goal wh...

What does it take to go from a small village to IIT Delhi? In Part 1 of this special two-part conversation, Sunil shares his personal journey of discovering IIT for the first time, growing up with limited exposure to competitive exams, failing his first JEE attempt, and eventually preparing for IIT JEE with just six months remaining. We discuss the realities of JEE preparation, the role of strong...

Moving to London or already living here and wondering where all your money disappears? In this episode of Rerouting Life, we have an honest conversation about the real cost of living in London. From rent and groceries to transport, takeaways, and unexpected expenses, we break down what life actually costs and the simple money habits that have helped us manage our finances better. We also share our...

Is a PhD better than corporate life or is corporate life the safer choice? In this episode of Rerouting Life with Nourin & Sunil , we talk about the real differences between PhD and corporate life: structure, salary, deadlines, learning, purpose, and the emotional reality of choosing an uncertain path. From underpaid PhD years to corporate KPIs, from research chaos to career clarity, this epis...

Is it ever too late to switch careers? In this episode of Rerouting Life with Nourin & Sunil , we talk about career changes, fear of failure, money concerns, and the pressure of “what will people think.” We share personal experiences and practical insights on why you’re not starting from scratch, how to plan your switch, and how to know when it’s time to move on. If you feel stuck, confused, o...

What is a PhD really like? In this episode, we talk about the biggest myths vs reality of doing a PhD, from expecting a structured path to facing complete uncertainty, self-doubt, and figuring things out as you go. We also dive into what research actually looks like, what it means to work on something like virtual battery simulations, and how skills like reading and writing research papers evolve...

Welcome to the very first episode of Rerouting Life with Nourin & Sunil - a space where we talk honestly about career, ambition, self-doubt, and the reality of figuring life out. In this episode, Nourin shares her journey of moving from India to Canada for her MBA, navigating odd jobs despite being overqualified, dealing with rejection, building experience through unpaid work, and finally gett...

Rerouting Life with Nourin & Sunil is a podcast about career, growth, self-doubt, and everything that comes with figuring life out. From moving countries to changing paths, from ambition to uncertainty, we talk about the parts no one prepares you for. No perfect answers. Just honest conversations. About us: Nourin is a marketing strategist, an MBA, and a creative nerd. She started building her...