Best Shwetha Sivaraman Podcasts (2025)

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Life Scripts: Unconscious Narratives that Shape our Reality 43:43

20d ago43:43

43:43

In this episode of the Meraklis Beings podcast, host Shwetha Sivaraman is joined by Aruna Gopakumar, founder of the School of You, psychotherapist, and co-author of And How Do You Feel About That?. They explore the powerful concept of life scripts—unconscious childhood narratives that shape adult behavior—and how understanding them can transform ou…

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Becoming a Financial Independent Artist with Nidhi Mariam Jacob 48:46

1M ago48:46

48:46

In this episode of the Meraklis Beings podcast, host Shwetha Sivaraman is joined by Nidhi Mariam Jacob (NMJ), an independent artist whose works are deeply inspired by nature and spirituality. Together, they explore Nidhi’s transformative journey through personal challenges, rediscovering purpose, and building a meaningful career in the arts. This h…

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Six Year Leap: From Corporate to Entrepreneurship 18:53

3M ago18:53

18:53

March 2025 marks 6 years of a rollercoaster ride being an entrepreneur for me and I wanted to record an episode where I share my journey and lessons so far. That’s what this episode is, but with a little twist. Instead of me sharing my reflections, we asked you listeners to poll in your questions and in this episode I answer the top questions I’ve …

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Role of Money 56:37

3M ago56:37

56:37

In this episode of the Meraklis Beings podcast, host Shwetha Sivaraman is joined by Ajay Ushakant, a life coach and teacher, to delve into the profound role of money in our lives. Ajay draws wisdom from the scriptures and modern-day experiences to explore how money impacts our sense of security, purpose, and legacy. From understanding wealth beyond…

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From IT Professional to Artist 42:10

3M ago42:10

42:10

In this episode of the Meraklis Beings podcast, host Shwetha Sivaraman is joined by Lakshmi Ambady, a corporate professional turned artist and founder of Layasthana. They explore Lakshmi’s journey from engineering to art, weaving in elements of mindfulness, spirituality, and creative responsibility. Tune in to hear how art can transcend personal ch…

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Formula to Live Life to the Fullest 46:44

4M ago46:44

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Today's speaker is Ajay Ushakanth. Ajay is a consultant with substantial experience in the retail industry as a businessman and contracted consultant. He is passionate about teaching and mentoring with a focus on life and professional skills, and the Hindu Vedas. In a world moving at bullet-train speed, many of us feel stuck in a spiral—overwhelmed…

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#154: Power of small actions, evolving identities, and cultivating meaningful habits 50:22

5M ago50:22

50:22

In this episode of the Meraklis Beings Series, I sit down with Ashdin Doctor, a celebrated habit coach, author, and speaker, to discuss the power of small actions, evolving identities, and cultivating meaningful habits. Ashdin shares insights from his books, personal journey, and techniques for thriving consciously in a fast-paced world. Whether it…

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How to do end of year reflections? 10:13

5M ago10:13

10:13

One of the most common questions I get asked is how to do reflections? So here's a comprehensive guide with 7 simple steps to walk you through the process of self-reflection. Happy Reflecting and Don't forget to share with a friend who needs to hear this. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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It's not that bad is the worst thing that can happen to you 6:12

9M ago6:12

6:12

I often tell my clients it's not that bad is the worst thing that can happen in our careers and relationships. In this episodes I share a few reasons why and how we can live instead. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Creativity and Entrepreneurship 51:18

10M ago51:18

51:18

Join us as we dive into an insightful conversation with Anushka Sani, Founder & Creative Director at Thought Over Design. Recently appointed as the Chief Creative Advisor at The Whole Truth Foods. She has led brand strategy and design for over 100 D2C/B2C businesses including Nykaa, Godrej Interio, and Ugaoo. Podcast Highlights: -Disconnect to Reco…

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The Being Meraklis Story 46:21

10M ago46:21

46:21

Join us as we celebrate 150 episodes on the Being Meraklis podcast with a Guest episode with a Twist. Watch as Shwetha is interviewed by transformation coach Manisha Singh. We'll discuss the journey, inspiration, personal stories, memorable feedback, challenges, community building, creative process, and insights from the new book "Far From Fine." J…

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Understanding the Caste System with Ajay Ushakanth 41:00

10M ago41:00

41:00

In this episode we are exploring - The Origins, Evolution, and Modern Application of the Caste System. Today's speaker is Ajay Ushakanth. Ajay is a consultant with substantial experience in the retail industry as a businessman and contracted consultant. He is passionate about teaching and mentoring with a focus on life and professional skills, and …

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23 Birthday Reflections before turning 32 9:03

11M ago9:03

9:03

It's time for some birthday reflections while I'm on the verge of turning 32. Unlike other episodes, I share 23 lessons without much explanation for you to intepret as per your current contexts in life Which lesson did you need the most? Let me know #BeingMeraklis #BirthdayReflections #LifeLessons #SelfAwareness #ThriveConsciously Hosted on Acast. …

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Navigating Burnout for High Achievers 55:20

12M ago55:20

55:20

This episode is a part of our series on Mental Health for #HighAchievers with Psychologists and today we are exploring - The What, Why, and How to Navigate Burnout Today’s speaker is Samriti Makkar Midha. Samriti is a trained and practicing Clinical Psychologist and Founder of Mental Health at Work, vertical of Equilibrio Advisory LLP. - What are s…

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Imposter Syndrome in High Achievers 48:35

1y ago48:35

48:35

This episode is a part of our series on Mental Health for High Achievers with Psychologists and today we are exploring - The What, Why, and How to Navigate Impostor Syndrome with Millin Sangha Gujral. In this episode we explore: - Pivotal points of self-transformation from Millin's journey - Exploring impostor phenomenon - what is it? is it real? -…

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Women, Careers & Everything in between 38:51

1y ago38:51

38:51

Careers for women and men are not the same. What does it take for women to stick to their professional journeys and balance the many other roles and responsibilities we shoulder? These are questions many of us have but seldom articulate. Today’s speaker is Apurva Purohit, a leading voice in the Indian business landscape, advocating gender diversity…

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Demystifying Mental Wellness with Devika Dharmaraj 47:01

1y ago47:01

47:01

What is #MentalHealth? What are some signs that I need help? Who do we speak to? These are questions many of us have but seldom know whom to ask. Today’s speaker is Devika Cauvery Dharmaraj, who is passionate about normalizing conversations around mental health. With over 30 years of HR experience across different geographies and sectors laying the…

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How to Thrive in your 30s? 1:05:57

1y ago1:05:57

1:05:57

#MeraklisBeings is proud to present a #WomensDaySpecial. There are certain things only #TIME teaches us. So we thought we will reach out to women in their 40s and 50s on what it takes to #ThriveinLife especially the Thirties. Share with us your biggest takeaway from this episode. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Ambition & Contentment for Women Leaders 45:30

1y ago45:30

45:30

Join me in a conversation with Marcia Reynolds, internationally recognized coach and author of Outsmart Your Brain and Breakthrough Coaching. In this #meraklisbeings episode we cover: - Pivotal moments in Marcia's self-transformation journey - What does it take to do our best work? - The importance of identity and who we are being in different cont…

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Connecting with your Inner Bestie 44:20

1+ y ago44:20

44:20

In this #MeraklisBeings episode, we speak with Nati Valderrama on the #Journey of #SelfLove Natalia Valderrama, a Self-Love Coach, Astrologer, And Multi-Passionate Human. She’s passionate about helping people know and love themselves so that they may live fuller lives. Together we explore: - Her journey from fitness and nutrition coach to self-love…

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How women can claim their space in 2024 45:45

1+ y ago45:45

45:45

In this #MeraklisBeings episode, we interact with Aditi Surana. Aditi is a Behavioural Analyst & High Performance Coach who’s passionate about helping individuals be the person they most want to be. In her words, she’s insatiably curious about human potential. We cover - - Aditi's journey of choosing to be a graphologist at the age of 19 - #Courage…

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Rewire your brain 51:37

1+ y ago51:37

51:37

In this #MeraklisBeings episode, we interact with Saloni Suri. Saloni Suri is an executive leadership NeuroCoach, Trainer, Author, Speaker and Mindfulness Teacher. She uses neuroscience-based models of change merged with spiritual wisdom to help her clients rewire their brain and unlock their potential. We cover - - Saloni's journey of becoming a N…

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Stepping into our true power in 2024 14:24

1+ y ago14:24

14:24

Most of us settle for mere existence, and do a great disservice to our abilities, potential, and spirit. We suffer our minds, and our self-induced miseries. Can 2024 be the year we break free from our self-imposed shackles? The year we awaken to our true power, take responsibility for our lives, and make change happen? If you're ready, here are 4 s…

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Best of 2023: Book Recommendations 2:50

1+ y ago2:50

2:50

Here's some top recommendations of #Books that have influenced our guests on the #MeraklisBeings Show Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Best of 2023: On pushing comfort zones and career growth 24:03

1+ y ago24:03

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It's #December which means it's time to do a round up on our favourite moments from the #MeraklisBeings podcast episodes in 2023. This Episode Features Shilpa Ajwani on #growing through #critical situations Prasad Rangnekar on balancing #ambition with #contentment Deepa Swamy on women careers and finding #Confidene on #ReturnToWork Shilpa Ajwani on…

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Best of 2023: On overcoming exhaustion, anxiety, stress & burnout 30:12

1+ y ago30:12

30:12

It's #December which means it's time to do a round up on our favourite moments from the #MeraklisBeings podcast episodes in 2023. This Episode Features Prasad Rangnekar on why we need #ConsciousRest Deepa Swamy on recognising and overcoming #burnout Prasad Rangnekar on Navigating #Anxiety Rashmi Shetty on Wisdom from the #Gita on anxiety Vasudev Mu…

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Best of 2023: On overthinking, pausing, finding clarity, and breakthroughs 29:46

1+ y ago29:46

29:46

It's #December which means it's time to do a round up on our favourite moments from the #MeraklisBeings podcast episodes in 2023. This Episode Features Rashmi Shetty on the ability to #withdraw ourselves Shilpa Ajwani on turning #breakdowns to #breakthroughs Sanjay Mudnaney on the perspective towards #life and #career Shilpa Ajwani on building the …

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Should you start a meditation practice? 11:49

1+ y ago11:49

11:49

To meditate or not meditate, that is the question isn’t it? With all this talk on mindfulness, meditation is quite the buzzword these days. In today's episode, we will look at why meditation is all the more significant in today’s fast-paced lives, and how you can get started with building a practice of your own. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/priva…

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The counterintuitive obsession for legacy 8:57

1+ y ago8:57

8:57

Do you have big dream? To leave behind a legacy that’s larger than life, that creates a positive impact in the world, and is remembered generations after generations. In today's episode, we will examine our obsession with leaving behind a legacy, our motivations to do so, and how the very act of legacy is counterintuitive to life and living. If you…

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7 ways to proactively improve your mental fitness 11:52

1+ y ago11:52

11:52

Most adults I interact with regularly are exhausted, overwhelmed, overworked, and underappreciated. We experience chronic stress and are constantly worried about one thing or the other. Despite the world of abundance we live in, we suffer from the torment of our minds. In today's episode, we will look at mental fitness, how it’s different from ment…

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Real or Phantom Self: Decoding the personality 55:52

1+ y ago55:52

55:52

In this Meraklis Beings episode, we interact with Ajay Ushakanth. Ajay is an entrepreneur turned teacher, currently teaching the Vedas to budding entrepreneurs in Bengaluru. We cover - Ajay's journey from entrepreneurship to Spirituality His initial challenges walking the path of spirituality The difficulty in self-acceptance What is our personalit…

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5 1% shifts to enhance the quality of your life 9:31

1+ y ago9:31

9:31

All of us want to change. We have high standards of the kind of person we need to be or should be and set ourselves overwhelming goals. The gap between who we are today and who we want to be keeps widening and we keep waiting for that someday to arrive when we attain near perfection and enjoy that better quality of life we desire. What if I said th…

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Revenge bedtime procrastination 9:39

1+ y ago9:39

9:39

Do you have overdemanding days and find yourself having some time to catch your breath only late in the night? And does this make you compromise on sleep? If yes, then you indulge in revenge bedtime procrastination. In today's episode, we will look at a deep dive into revenge bedtime procrastination - what it is, what makes us indulge in it, its co…

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4 steps to rewrite the stories you tell yourself 10:31

1+ y ago10:31

10:31

We all have powerful beliefs about who we are, where we came from, and what the future holds for us. For most of us, this is an unconscious process and we seldom realise that we restrict our lives by the stories we tell ourselves. But to really thrive and truly be free, we need to question these stories and transcend them. If you’re done with playi…

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Qs to reflect on for anxiety 4:04

2y ago4:04

4:04

Do you keep going down the anxiety spiral at the drop of the hat? We all experience anxiety from time to time. But when anxiety starts to take control of us and our lives, that’s when we start to get into trouble. We need to be aware of our anxiety and keep it in check to ensure it doesn't call the shots in our life. In this episode, I share 4 step…

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Finding and Living your Soul Assignment 1:15:55

2y ago1:15:55

1:15:55

Mariko Frederick is the Founder and CEO of Soul Priority with a mision to help clients align professional endeavors with the profound assignments of their souls. She assists individuals and organizations worldwide in discovering and embodying their soul's unique assignment. In this episode, - Mariko shares her journey of self-transformation - Disco…

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Conscious Rest, Simplifying Life, and Keeping the Mind Calm 1:07:56

2y ago1:07:56

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A Gurupoornima special with a Yoga teacher I've learned so much from online. Today we speak with Prasad Rangnekar. Prasad is a Yoga educator based in Mumbai, India who’s been teaching Yoga over the last 26 years as a science of Mind, Body and Life transformation. Prasad’s holistic approach to Yoga has helped thousands across the world in over 15 co…

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5 techniques to calm the mind wherever, whenever 10:43

2y ago10:43

10:43

One of the most common complaints I hear from my students learning Pranayama or meditation with me is “Shwetha, we feel great in class, but once we go back to life or to our workspaces, we lose all the calm and are back to feeling stressed, anxious, and emotionally all over the place.” Is that you too? In today's episode, I’m going to share 5 simpl…

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Egoism, Relentless Practice, and Yoga for Leaders 1:04:53

2y ago1:04:53

1:04:53

In this episode of Meraklis Beings, we speak with Vasudev Murthy. Vasudev is a Consultant, Aspiring Yogi, Violinist, Author and Animal Rights Activist. He’s the Managing Partner at Focal Concepts and the author of 8 books - latest one titled Yoga Sutras Simplified. In our 60 minutes power packed conversation, we spoke on - Vasudev's Journey as a Co…

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Soul Plan, Being in Alignment, and How to Stop Thinking 52:26

2y ago52:26

52:26

Do we all have a Soul Plan? How can we discover it and walk the path. In this episode, Coach Sahar, an Author and Internationally certified Life Coach with expertise in transformational Coaching & Metaphysical therapies, walks us through her journey - From VP Operations to Metaphysical Therapist - Soul Plan - What is it? - How to know if you're not…

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Wisdom from the Bhagavad Gita for modern day challenges 1:10:42

2y ago1:10:42

1:10:42

In a first of its kind episode, we discuss Bhagavad Gita and the application of Gita's wisdom in modern day life and challenges. Join me in a conversation with Rashmi Shetty, a practitioner who first picked up the Bhagavad Gita in class III and has never looked back. In this power packed 70 mins conversation we cover The biggest takeaway from the G…

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Flexiworking & regaining confidence post career gaps 45:57

2y ago45:57

45:57

In this conversation with Deepa, Co-Founder of Flexibees, we cover - The importance of flexible work for experienced women professionals Why there is a need for organizations like flexibees How women can regain their confidence post career gaps What spirituality is and the many ways one can benefit with a regular spiritual practice The benefits of …

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Purpose, Positioning, and Living a life of significance 57:54

2y ago57:54

57:54

Join us in a conversation with Shilpa Ajwani, Founder & CEO of Unomantra as we discuss - Pivotal moments from her 3 decades of leadership journey enabling growth for brands, leaders, communities and organisations - 5 A framework to turn breakdowns to breakthroughs - The intention behind moving from global leadership roles to entrepreneurship - What…

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Yoga for mental wellness 1:13:48

2y ago1:13:48

1:13:48

Hear from Sushant Kumar, Head of Marketing at Aakash BYJU's as he shares his journey of discovery yoga and embodying it as a way of life. He shares - How Yoga helped me navigate failures in life - Yogic practices for mental wellbeing - Making time for consistent practices - The importance of giving your best in any present moment and more. Hosted o…

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Importance of Play (Leela) in our life 57:58

2y ago57:58

57:58

Parmita Shroff is a certified raw, vegan food chef, a yogini, and a sound healer. She founded Prana Kitchen, that serves plant-based whole foods and is a believer of Yoga as a way of life. Tune in as we discuss - Her journey of moving out of Investment Banking to be a Chef & Yogini - The importance of play (leela) in our lives - The role of a commu…

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Dream, Decide, Act 1:08:04

2y ago1:08:04

1:08:04

Sanjay Mudnaney is a coffee lover, cyclist and a storyteller, who quit his corporate job at 50 to begin his entrepreneurial ventures. A storyteller at heart, he shares heartwarming stories of courage, daring to dream, and being fully alive. An episode packed with pearls of wisdom and insights on personal growth, comfort zones, improving health, min…

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5 strategies to beat the new year curse and stay consistent 9:44

2+ y ago9:44

9:44

Did you have tall aims for what you’d like to change about your habits and routines in 2023 only to realise within a few weeks into the year that all your plans have been shot to hell? In this episode, we will explore how to approach doing anything new in life and 5 strategies to stay consistent throughout 2023 and our lives. Hosted on Acast. See a…

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How to reduce overwhelm for solopreneurs 9:20

2+ y ago9:20

9:20

Too much to do and too little time? Too many choices and lack of clarity on how to navigate decision-making? These are words I hear often from overwhelmed solopreneurs and founders who exhaust themselves trying to do it all only to realise it’s unsustainable to keep running at that pace. In this episode, we will explore the overwhelm solopreneurs f…

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How you can use the power of routines to hit your goals in 2023 11:33

2+ y ago11:33

11:33

At the start of a new year, we are filled with optimism and are looking forward to being a whole new person every time we kickstart a brand new count of 365 days. But why routines? Do you need a routine? Are they worth the hype? What really is the power of routines? How can you design a routine that helps you achieve your goals in 2023. Dive in to …

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Lead Fearless & Meraklis lives this 2023 11:58

2+ y ago11:58

11:58

Are you excited to be on the precipice of a brand new year? Are you ready to stop fear from calling the shots and chase your wildest dreams? Somewhere between adolescence and old age - adulthood slips by before we get a grasp on it. Years go by and we suddenly wake up to realise we could have feared less, lived more, and cherished more. Here's a me…

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