Best Kiran Singh Podcasts (2025)

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Episode 61 : Ulaiza Abdullah Pasha and Omer Haq's review of the book "Heart Lamp" written by Banu Mushtaq and translated by Deepa Bhasthi 49:21

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In this episode, Ulaiza and Omer talk about the Booker Prize winning book "Heart Lamp", a collection of short stories by Indian writer Banu Mushtaq, originally written in Kannada between 1990 and 2023.It was translated into English by Deepa Bhasthi. The stories explore the struggles and everyday trials, tribulations of Muslim women in southern Indi…

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Episode 50: Letters from Midlife: When Sleep Disappears in Perimenopause 6:35

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In this week’s episode of Letters from Midlife, Kiran reads a deeply familiar letter from a listener who’s found herself awake at 2 or 3 am most nights, exhausted, overwhelmed, and wondering why her once-reliable sleep has suddenly fallen apart. If you’re in perimenopause and your nights feel broken, scattered, or unpredictable, this conversation w…

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Episode 49: Letters from Midlife: When Your Emotions Feel Like Too Much 6:04

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In this episode of Letters from Midlife, I answer a tender question from a listener who writes, “Some days I feel calm, and other days I feel like I’m coming undone. Am I losing myself? Will I ever feel steady again?” Together, we explore the emotional turbulence of perimenopause, the mood shifts, tears that appear out of nowhere, the foggy moments…

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Episode 48: The End of One Chapter, The Beginning of Ease 9:03

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In this episode of Midlife by Design, I open the door on a season of letting go, of chasing, performing, and trying to keep up, and stepping gently into ease. After years of doing more, striving harder, I’m learning that my next chapter doesn’t call for more hustle, but more softness. I talk about perimenopause, midlife shifts, and how sometimes th…

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Episode 60 : Rohit Mishra's review of the book " The Theory Of Everything" written by Stephen Hawking 46:18

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In this episode, my guest Rohit Mishra talks about the book " The Theory Of Everything" written by Stephen Hawking who was an English cosmologist, theoretical physicist, author as well as the Director of Research at the Centre for Theoretical Cosmology under the University of Cambridge and was a scholar with more than a dozen of honorary degrees. R…

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Episode 47: Letters from Midlife: The Fear of Starting Over 6:43

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In this episode of Letters from Midlife, I respond to a tender letter from a listener who writes, “I feel like I’ve outgrown my life, but I’m scared to change it.” It’s a feeling so many women in midlife quietly carry, that sense of being pulled toward something new while still standing in the familiar. We explore what it means to sit in the in-bet…

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Episode 46: When Life Doesn’t Look Like the Vision Board 7:15

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In this episode of Midlife by Design: Curating Your Next Chapter, I speak to the quiet grief and gentle grace of realising that the woman we imagined we’d be, disciplined, early rising, ever-consistent, isn’t always the woman midlife asks us to be. Perimenopause changes the rhythm. Energy shifts. Sleep becomes unpredictable. The morning routines we…

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Episode 45: Letters from Midlife: When You Feel Lonely in the Life You've Built 6:29

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In this episode of Letters from Midlife, I respond to a letter from a listener who writes, “Lately, I feel lonely, even though I’m not alone. I have people around me, but I feel unseen.” It’s one of the quiet heartbreaks of midlife, realising that even a life you’ve lovingly built can start to feel a little empty when you’ve outgrown the connection…

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Episode 44: The Quiet Work of Returning to Yourself 5:13

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In this episode of Tea with Self, I talk about the quiet link between our inner world and our outer space. Sometimes it’s not the room that feels messy, it’s us. I share a simple moment in my living room that became a deeper realisation: the piles of “I’ll sort this later,” the browser tabs, the unread messages… they weren’t just clutter, they were…

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Episode 59 : Srevalli's review of the book "Your Bangalore, The Trees" written by S.G.Neginhal and M.A.Parthasarthy 31:14

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In this episode,Sreevalli gives us a glimpse into the pages of the book "Your Bangalore, The Trees" written by S.G.Neginhal and M.A.Parthasarthy. She tells us how the authors have put in their heart and soul into this lovely book, describing the beautiful green cover of Bangalore. The illustrations in the book are by M.A.Parthasarthy, Sreevalli's g…

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Episode 43: Letters from Midlife: Learning to Rest Again 6:47

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In this episode of Letters from Midlife, I respond to a heartfelt letter from a woman who writes, “I’m exhausted, not just tired, but bone-deep weary. I know I need to slow down, but I don’t know how.” Together, we explore what it really means to rest, not as a luxury or reward, but as a practice of remembering your own rhythm. I share reflections …

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Episode 42: When the Body Speaks, Listen: A Midlife Reminder that Health isn't a Project, it's a Relationship 6:47

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In this episode, I share an honest reflection on my perimenopausal journey, the physical shifts, the quiet lessons, and the deep gratitude that comes from finally listening to my body. What began as a dull ache in my hips has become a powerful teacher, reminding me that health is our truest wealth. From attending my first group physiotherapy sessio…

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Episode 58 : Dr.Ashwin Guha's review of the book "Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy" written by John Le Carre 44:24

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In this episode, Dr. Ashwin Guha reviews an interesting spy novel, "Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy" written by former spy and author, John Le Carre. A 1974 spy novel, it involves the protagonist spymaster George Smiley, uncovering a Soviet mole in the British Secret Intelligence Service. The novel has received critical acclaim and was followed by The Ho…

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Episode 41: October: A Season of Becoming and Belonging 7:09

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In this episode, I reflect on the gentle unfolding of October, a month that taught me about balance, release, and renewal. It wasn’t a season of grand change, but of quiet transformation: a month of movement and stillness, expansion and rest, all coexisting in their own rhythm. From the Water Lantern Festival to turning 48, this month reminded me t…

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Episode 40: When Life Feels Heavy, Lighten the Load 7:15

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In this episode of Tea with Self, I share how a quiet week of decluttering became an unexpected act of homecoming. What started as clearing a few cupboards turned into a gentle ritual of release, of making space not just in my home, but within myself. Through letting go of what no longer serves, donating what can bless someone else, and even cleans…

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Episode 39: The Fear is Always Bigger in the Mind 6:40

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In this episode, I share how one simple act, opening my banking app, became an unexpected moment of peace, clarity, and courage. It wasn’t really about money; it was about facing myself. For years, I’d avoided looking too closely, afraid of what I might find. But when I finally did, I didn’t feel shame or guilt; I felt relief. I realised that avoid…

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Episode 38: The Quiet Middle of Becoming 7:14

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In this episode of Tea with Self, I share what it feels like to be in the in-between, that tender space between who we were and who we’re becoming. It’s not always comfortable. It’s quiet, reflective, and at times, achingly lonely. But it’s also where the most honest growth begins. I talk about rediscovering the parts of myself I’ve dimmed in the n…

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Episode 37: Letters from Midlife: The Myth of “Too Late” 5:09

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In this episode of Letters from Midlife, I respond to a heartfelt letter from a woman who has just turned fifty and is wondering if she’s missed her chance, if time has quietly slipped through her fingers. It’s a feeling many of us in midlife know well: that quiet panic that whispers, Am I too late to begin again? Together, we explore what it means…

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Episode 36: Chapter 48: The Soft Power of Becoming 6:43

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In this special birthday episode of Tea with Self, I reflect on turning 48, not as another year passing, but as a homecoming. This year feels different: lighter, softer, more grounded in who I am. I’m no longer chasing; I’m simply being. I share the quiet lessons that have shaped me through the decades, that ageing isn’t decline but deepening, that…

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Episode 35: The Quiet I’ve Been Craving 5:33

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In this episode of Tea with Self, I talk about my growing desire for less, not from scarcity, but from soul. Less noise, less proving, less rush. More meaning, more quiet, more space to breathe. Midlife has a way of showing us that peace doesn’t come from having more, but from needing less. I share how I’m learning to move slower, root deeper, and …

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Episode 57 : Aliza's review of the book " Empire of the Vampire" written by Jay Kristoff 23:30

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In this episode,14 year old Aliza talks about her favourite book "Empire Of The Vampire" written by Jay Kristoff. Aliza gives us a sneak peak into the story, its characters, the type of writing and how the author has written the book so well that it has become her favourite book. Do listen to the episode and share your thoughts. Background Music Cr…

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Episode 34: The Soft Art of Remembering 5:26

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In this episode of Midlife by Design: Tea with Self, I explore the quiet truth that real inner work isn’t about fixing, it’s about remembering. It’s not a project or a performance; it’s a homecoming. This reflection is for the woman in midlife who’s tired of striving and ready to return to herself. I talk about what it means to soften into who we a…

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Episode 30: Letters from Midlife: When the Children Leave, and You Begin 4:57

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In this episode of Letters from Midlife, I respond to a heartfelt letter from a woman standing in the quiet after her children have left home, a space so many of us know all too well. The house feels still, the roles that once defined her have softened, and she asks the question: “Where do I even begin to rediscover myself?” Together, we explore wh…

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Episode 33: The Season of Refinement 5:42

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In this episode of Tea with Self, I share a truth that surfaced quietly one sleepless night, a truth I didn’t know I’d been resisting: I no longer want to do in-person work. Not because I’m giving up, but because I’m growing out of it. After years of holding space for others, through one-to-one sessions, group programmes, and live events, I’ve real…

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Episode 32: The Night I Let the Light Go 6:02

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In this episode of Tea with Self, I share a quiet lesson from the Water Lantern Festival, a day that began with restlessness and ended in peace. What started as a simple outing turned into an invitation to stop chasing calm and let it find me instead. As the lanterns drifted across the water, I released the weight of striving, proving, and performi…

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Episode 31: Letting it Flow: A Midlife Reflection on Mental Health and Healing 3:54

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In this episode, I open up about my journey with mental health, not the picture-perfect version, but the real, messy, human one. There was a time when everything looked “fine” from the outside, but inside, I was quietly breaking. This is a story about learning that true strength isn’t found in holding everything together, it’s in allowing yourself …

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Episode 56 : Pranav Mishra's preview of his book " The Tiger That Crashed My Wedding" 29:07

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In this episode, author Pranav Mishra speaks about his book "The Tiger That Crashed My Wedding", thereby giving us a glimpse into the amazing book which is quite interesting and entertaining at the same time. It is the story of a tiger who breaks out from captivity and starts on a journey to find his own destination. While doing so, he shapes up th…

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Episode 29: It Was Always Within Me 4:58

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This morning, with my Empress Grey tea and a warm hot water bottle, I felt a shift, a calm that felt like coming home to myself. Listening to Your Inner Awakening by Byron Katie reminded me that most of our suffering comes from leaving the present moment. When we return to now, we realise we already have what we need. We are safe. We are okay. In t…

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Episode 28: Becoming Me, Again 4:47

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In this episode of Tea with Self, I share the beginning of my 90 Days of Becoming, three months of aligning, simplifying, and showing up for myself with presence instead of pressure. October is about Gathering what nourishes me (and letting go of what doesn’t), November will be Deepening, and December, Arrival. This isn’t about chasing perfection o…

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Episode 27: When a Woman Remembers Herself 4:33

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In this episode of Tea with Self, I share a quiet turning point, the moment I stopped bending myself to fit and started listening to the whispers within. It’s about trading performance for presence, honouring my own rhythm, and choosing freedom over approval. This is a story of alignment, of meeting myself at the root, and remembering that my power…

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Episode 55 : Upasana's review of the book "Tara's Truce" written by Kavita Kane 47:34

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In this episode, Upasana gives us an wonderful insight into Kavita Kane's book "Tara's Truce" through her amazing review. Upasana talks about how the author has shaped up Tara's character in the story throwing light on her amazing personality, standing up for what is right, keeping everyone concerned in mind while taking decisions etc.. Do listen t…

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Episode 54 : Dr.Ashwin Guha's review of the book "Crime And Punishment" written by Fyodor Dostoevsky 30:21

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In this episode, Dr. Ashwin speaks about an excellent classic Russian Novel "Crime and Punishment" written by Fyodor Dostoevsky. Ashwin reviews this classic in a very interesting way giving us a sneak peak into the different aspects of the novel through the author's background, character sketches, initial plot etc. He also tells us why it is his fa…

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Episode 53 : Divya and Daksh's preview of the book "Finlit Wizard" 38:05

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In this episode, Divya and her 9 year old son, Daksh speak about the book "Finlit Wizard". Divya is a children's author and has published 3 books so far, Finlit Wizard being the latest. This story cum activity book makes financial literacy fun for kids and adults alike with a lot of topics covered. Daksh is the proof reader for all books written by…

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Episode 52 : Narasimha Rao's review of the telugu book "Vimukta" written by Volga 35:59

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In this episode, my guest Narasimha Rao Sir has reviewed the book "Vimukta" written by Volga. Narasimha Sir reflects on how this book like the title "Vimukta" made him feel liberated every time he read it. He reviews the book very nicely taking us through the different chapters and giving us a feel of the same by reading out few lines in Telugu... …

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Episode 51 : Ritu's review of the book "Half Of A Yellow Sun" by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie 26:55

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In this episode, my guest Ritu talks about the heart wrenching story of the common man's suffering with the civil war between Nigeria and Biafran community as the setting, written by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie. The novel portrays the lives of five people and how their life gets affected by the war.Do listen to the episode and share your thoughts.Back…

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Episode 26: When the Energy isn't Yours to Carry 4:41

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Sometimes, the stress we carry isn’t even ours. Here in a quiet cabin in the Norwegian Highlands, I’ve realised how much of my overwhelm back home is borrowed, picked up from other people’s moods, words, and even their silence.In this episode, I share how I’ve been noticing, releasing, and protecting my own energy. From morning silence to clearing …

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Episode 25: When the Quiet Becomes Enough 4:19

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In this episode of Tea with Self, I share what the last couple of days in a cabin in the Norwegian Highlands have taught me about true slow living. Not the romanticised version you see online, but the kind that asks you to stop filling every gap with noise.From leaving my phone on the porch, to eating lunch with nothing but the sound of the breeze …

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Episode 24: Home is Who I Am, Not Where I Am 4:56

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For years, I thought “home” meant four walls, familiar comforts, and a sanctuary I’d built piece by piece. But two weeks in a small cabin in the Norwegian Highlands have shown me something different — that home isn’t just a place, it’s something you carry within you.In this episode, I share the rituals, reflections, and quiet moments that have turn…

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Episode 23: The Small Steps That Change Everything 4:26

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There’s a moment in life when something deep inside whispers, I want to be better.Not for appearances. Not for approval. But in a way that feels truer, fuller, and more you.In this episode, I explore the quiet, unshaped longing that calls us to grow, and how real change isn’t a dramatic leap, but a series of small, intentional steps taken over time…

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Episode 50 : Hari's review of the book "Onam In A Nightie" written by Anjana Menon 40:36

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In the episode, 12 year old Hari reviews an interesting book "Onam In A Nightie" written by Anjana Menon. Hari tells us how the author hilariously takes us through different phases of her life during covid when she gets stuck in Kerala. She compares her life in Noida with that in Kerala and gives us a glimpse of Gods Own Paradise and life revolving…

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Episode 22: Becoming All of Me: Mood by Mood, Breath by Breath 4:55

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Yesterday, I ran a little experiment.I tracked my moods throughout the day — every shift, every surge, every flicker of feeling.And what I found wasn’t chaos… it was intimacy.With myself. With my body. With this season I’m in.In this episode, I share what it really looks like to witness yourself — fully, honestly, without judgement — in midlife and…

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Episode 49 : Sphoorti's review of the book " Tuesdays with Morrie" written by Mitch Albom 28:41

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In this episode, Sphoorti talks about an interesting book " Tuesdays with Morrie" written by American Author, Mitch Albom. The book is about a series of visits the author made to his former Brandeis sociology professor, Morrie Schwartz who was dying from ALS.Sphoorti tells us how the book is divided into chapters like each one giving us a life less…

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Episode 48 : Sreevalli's review of her great grandfather,M.A.Sreenivasan's book"Of The Raj,Maharajas and Me" 37:55

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In this episode, Sreevalli tells us about her great grandfather's life through his book "Of the Raj, Maharajas and Me". She proudly speaks about the different roles her great grandfather, M.A. Sreenivasan, was a part of....like serving as the civil servant in the Mysore Government, becoming the Dewan of Gwalior and working hard for the rights of th…

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Episode 21: The Day I Remembered Who I Was 4:19

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There was a time I forgot how powerful I really was.Not all at once, but slowly, quietly.By staying quiet, playing small, keeping the peace.In this episode, I share what it looked like to lose myself… and the quiet, sacred journey of remembering.Not with noise or drama, but with grounded truth.The moment I stopped shrinking, started standing tall, …

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Episode 20: I’m No Longer Chasing My Best Self 4:17

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For years, I lived as if becoming my “best self” was the goal. Every habit, routine, and affirmation was rooted in the belief that I had to be more, do more, to be enough.But over time, that pursuit became exhausting.What started as growth turned into constant pressure.A never-ending checklist of things to fix, improve, and optimise.Until I stopped…

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Episode 19: The Sacred Surrender of Perimenopause 4:27

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The last few days? A full emotional ride.Tears over nothing.Sleepless nights.Hot flushes, aching joints, moods all over the place.In this episode, I share what happens when you stop fighting it.When you stop trying to outpace your hormones, and instead… listen.To your body.To your needs.To the woman you’re becoming.Perimenopause isn’t a breakdown, …

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Episode 47 : Prasanthi's review of the book "Never Lie" by Freida McFadden 33:06

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Prasanthi comes back to the podcast for the third time and has reviewed an amazing thriller "Never Lie" by Freida McFadden. She keeps us hooked on to the episode till almost the end and then leaves us in a cliffhanger. Freida is an absolute wonder when it comes to murder mysteries.. Do listen to the episode and share your thoughts. Background Music…

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Episode 18: The Story That Brought Me Back to Myself 4:33

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We all know the usual journaling prompts, morning pages, brain dumps, gratitude lists.But what if you wrote a story instead?One where you are the main character.Where you let your desires speak.Where you remember the parts of you that got quiet over the years.In this episode, I share what happened when I began writing my Love Story, not to find som…

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Episode 17: The Quiet Art of Seasonal Living 5:07

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Back in 2014, I started paying attention to the seasons, not just outside, but inside my life.How I dressed, cooked, rested, moved, planned… even how I decorated our home.What started as a small shift became second nature. A way of living more slowly. More intentionally. More in tune with what’s real.In this episode, I’m sharing what it means to li…

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Episode 16: The Richest Investment I’ll Ever Make Is Me 4:04

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There’s a kind of wealth no one talks about. Not what’s in your bank account, but how you move through your day. How you care for yourself when no one’s watching. How you spend your time when the world feels heavy. In this episode, I share the moment I realised: Time is the most intimate thing I own. And how I use it reflects how I see myself. So I…