Experience deep relaxation and inner peace with my guided meditation and sound bath podcast. Each episode is carefully designed to help you unwind, release stress, and connect with your inner self. Through soothing soundscapes and gentle guidance, you'll journey through calming meditations and healing sound baths, featuring instruments like crystal singing bowls, gongs, and chimes. Perfect for both beginners and seasoned meditators, this podcast is your go-to resource for finding balance and ...
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Welcome to The Lotus Talks! Hi, let me introduce myself: I am Granger Whitelaw, CEO of the Vietnam Group and I host THE LOTUS TALKS podcast along with my Co-Podcaster Cameron Lynch, and various members of our team from time to time. Our message is about the People and the Companies in Vietnam and S.E. Asia that are making a difference, or “Doing good while doing well” as I like to say. https://www.thevietnamgroup.com/the-lotus The S.E. Asia (ASEAN Market) is the fastest growing region in the ...
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This short yet powerful guided meditation helps you embrace change with ease and confidence. In just five minutes, you'll shift your mindset, release resistance, and welcome new possibilities. Through mindful breathing and gentle affirmations, you’ll find clarity and calm as you navigate transitions in life. Perfect for moments when you need a quic…
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In this 5-minute guided meditation, we focus on helping you embrace the truth that you are enough, just as you are. Life can feel full of pressure—whether it’s about school, sports, friendships, or living up to others’ expectations. This meditation creates a safe space to let go of those worries and connect with your inner strength and worth. Throu…
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Are you feeling overwhelmed by anger? Take a moment to release it with this quick and effective 5-minute guided meditation. Designed to help you center yourself and let go of built-up frustration, this meditation uses calming breathwork and visualization techniques to transform anger into peace. Perfect for a quick reset anytime you need to regain …
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In this empowering guided meditation, you’ll be reminded of your inherent worth and value. Through gentle affirmations and soothing soundscapes, this session helps you release self-doubt and embrace self-love. Let go of any negative thoughts holding you back, and allow yourself to reconnect with the truth that you are enough, just as you are. Perfe…
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Unwind and drift into a peaceful night's sleep with this calming guided meditation. Designed to help you release the tension of the day, this session gently soothes your mind and body, allowing you to relax deeply and restfully. With soft soundscapes and mindful breathing, you’ll be guided into a state of tranquility, making it easier to fall aslee…
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In this guided meditation, we'll explore how to release the weight of anger and frustration in a healthy, mindful way. Through gentle breathwork, visualization, and grounding techniques, you'll be guided to let go of negative emotions and create space for calm, clarity, and peace. Allow yourself to embrace this moment of self-compassion and emotion…
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When You are Overwhelmed - A Guided Meditation
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29:58In moments when life feels like too much, it’s important to pause, breathe, and reconnect with your inner calm. This guided meditation is designed to help you release stress, quiet your mind, and find peace amidst the chaos. Through gentle breathwork, visualization, and calming sound healing, this session will support you in regaining balance and c…
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Join us in this empowering guided meditation designed to help you tap into your inner strength. As you relax into the calming soundscape, you'll be guided to connect with your inner resilience, finding the courage and confidence that already resides within you. Through mindful breathing, visualization, and affirmations, we will awaken your inner po…
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Welcome to this powerful meditation focused on balancing and grounding your root chakra. The root chakra, located at the base of the spine, is the foundation of your energy system, representing stability, security, and a sense of belonging. In this guided meditation, we'll explore deep breathing, grounding visualizations, and healing sound vibratio…
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Experience deep relaxation with our latest Monochord Sound Bath episode! The soothing vibrations of the monochord create a harmonious, calming soundscape that helps release tension, balance your energy, and guide you into a meditative state. 🌿✨ Whether you're looking to de-stress, enhance your focus, or simply enjoy a moment of peace, this sound ba…
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Start your day with a boost of positivity in this uplifting morning meditation. Designed to help you set a peaceful and empowering tone, this session guides you through deep breaths, affirmations, and visualization techniques to cultivate gratitude, confidence, and clarity for the day ahead. Whether you’re looking to embrace a calm mindset or invit…
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Calming Guided Meditation With Tibetan Bowls
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10:09In this peaceful guided meditation, we’ll immerse ourselves in the soothing vibrations of Tibetan singing bowls. These sacred sounds help calm the mind, release tension, and promote deep healing at the energetic level. Whether you’re looking to reduce stress, improve focus, or elevate your meditation practice, the rich tones of the bowls will guide…
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In this guided meditation, we'll focus on balancing and healing your sacral chakra, the energy center associated with creativity, pleasure, and emotional expression. Through calming visualizations, gentle breathwork, and sound healing, you’ll unlock the flow of your inner energy, helping you tap into your authentic self, enhance creativity, and res…
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Welcome to this calming stress-release meditation, designed to help you let go of tension and find inner peace. In this session, we'll guide you through deep breathing, gentle visualization, and mindful relaxation techniques that will help melt away stress from both body and mind. Whether you're feeling overwhelmed or just need a break, this medita…
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Take a mindful journey with this soothing driving meditation, designed to help you stay calm, focused, and present behind the wheel. Whether you're commuting or on a road trip, this guided session will encourage you to breathe deeply, release tension, and connect with the moment, all while staying aware and alert. Perfect for easing stress during y…
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In this guided meditation, you'll be gently led on a journey to cultivate a deep sense of gratitude. Through mindful breathing and focused reflection, you'll explore the things, people, and moments that bring joy and meaning to your life. This practice is designed to open your heart, shift your perspective, and bring more positivity into your day. …
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In this guided meditation, you'll embark on a calming journey through your body, gently tuning in to each part from head to toe. This practice invites you to release tension, cultivate awareness, and bring your mind back to the present moment. Perfect for finding balance in your day, this body scan helps you reconnect with your body, ease stress, a…
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Imagine the soothing tones of crystal singing bowls resonating through the air, their pure, clear notes creating a gentle melody that weaves through the atmosphere. As the wind picks up outside, you can hear it swirling and whistling, adding a natural harmony to the soundscape. The contrast between the bowls' serene, steady vibrations and the unpre…
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Experience a journey of self-discovery and compassion with our Guided Self-Love Meditation. This meditation is designed to help you connect with your inner self, embrace your uniqueness, and cultivate a deep sense of love and acceptance. Through soothing guidance and calming visualization, you'll be gently led to release negative self-talk and repl…
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Betty Tran | Betty Tran Fashion and Consulting | Part 3 of our series on Textile: Manufacturing, Retail & Fashion in Vietnam and S.E. Asia.
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43:15Granger Whitelaw Interviews Betty Tran on Part 3 of the series; Textiles: Manufacturing,m Retail & Fashion In Vientma and S.E. Asia. Betty has found Global success and awareness with her Fashion Brand and Is now living In Vietnam again, sharing her expertise with the Community and looking to build more for the Future. Please join us In Listeing the…
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Carey Zesiger | Ha Vang Group| Retail In Vietnam | Part 2 of our series on Textiles: Manufacturing, Retail & Fashion in Vietnam and S.E. Asia
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33:01Granger Whitelaw and Carey Zesiger discuss Retail In Vietnam. Part 2 of our 3 part series on Textiles: Manufacturing, Retail, and Fashion In Vietnam and S.E. Asia. Carey Is the Co-FOunder of Shooz, Geox, Furla, and Gosumo.vn - all success full retail and e-commerce brands In Vietnam. His Insight both Online & Offline gives him a unique view of the …
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Bill Watson | Coats Group | Textiles: Manufacturing, Retail & Fashion in Vietnam and Asia | **a 3-Part Series
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38:33Granger Whitelaw begins his 3 Part Series on ' Textiles: Manufacturing, Retail, and Fashion In Vietnam and Asia with Bill Watson of Coates Group. Bill has been living In Asia for 27 Years, From Hong Kong to Thailand, Singapore, Vietnam, and now China. Bill's fascinating journey has seen him ride the "tip of the Wave" and he has enjoyed a great sens…
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COVID is Back in Vietnam! - an Open talk with Dr. Mason Cobb
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35:31Granger Whitelaw Is back with The Lotus Talks after a 3-month Hiatus. Today he speaks with Dr. Mason Cobb on the return of COVID-19 In Vietnam, what the current facts are with the Disease - and what Individuals and Employers can do to help stop the Spread In Vietnam again - and get back to work. This Is a Serious Issue we all need to come together …
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Today on Monday Morning Coffee, Granger Whitelaw discusses the biggest question on every business owner's mind - "How Do We Get Back To Work" In this "new normal" we now face with Coronavirus still ever-present In our lives? So grab your coffee and let's Go!
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Vietnam Can Help Heal the World | and Prosper!
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14:08Good Morning! Its Monday, April 6th and we are In the 2nd week of the Recommended "stay at Home" guidance from Hanoi. It seems to be having great results. But business Is slow - so what can we do to Help the Country and the World at large. Grab your coffee as Granger Whitelaw discusses one Big potential market. Let's go!…
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April - Finally! | AMCHAM and EU-FTA Agreement Updates!
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10:19Friday, April 3rd, hopefully, one month closer to the end of COVID19 - but we must stay Vigilant! Today Granger Whitelaw discusses the latest update on the EU-Vietnam Free Trade Agreement -- and A 'Shout-Out" AMCHAM for their great support of Health Care Workers In Ho Chi Minh! We hope you enjoy!By Granger Whitelaw
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Good Morning! March 30, 2020, and today Granger Whitelaw discusses working from home - and how to do It right. It's not always as easy as you think, so grab your coffee and let's go !
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March 27, 2020. Today Granger Whitelaw at The Lotus Talks updates us on a few things affecting us all In Vietnam - and Reviews the $2 Trillion US Stimulus Package. Grab your coffee and listen In.By Granger Whitelaw
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March 23, 2020. Today Granger Whitelaw discusses Workplace Planning & Business continuity, with a focus on communicating with employees. Its Monday, so grab your coffee - and let's go!By Granger Whitelaw
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March 20, 2020: Join Granger Whitelaw as he reviews Online Applications, and looks at a variety of games you can play online for Team Building, or just to have fun with friends & family - while we are all at home working and getting through this difficult time. Grab a coffee, wine or beer - we hope you enjoy it!…
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Monday March 16, 2020 and the Corona Virus Is In full swing. Let's look at the tools and tricks that make them "buzz" - to better help your company stay on track and ahead, in these difficult times. Grab your coffee and, Let's go!
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Asia Summit Consulting | Health & Life Insurance Consultants
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12:18Friday the 13th! Always an ominous day, and one we happen to enjoy at The Lotus Talks. Today Granger Whitelaw profiles a business in S.E. Asia that helps Individuals, Families and Companies choose the proper Health & Life Insurance for their needs. Meet Asia Summit Consulting. Grab your coffee and, Let's go !…
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On todays Monday Morning Coffee Granger Whitelaw discusses Health Insurance In Vietnam & S.E. Asia. What should you look at when considering a private or group Insurance plan for your self or your company? Grab your coffee - we hope you enjoy.
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MOPO | Modular Power | Vietnam's Leader in Lithium Battery Storage
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22:18Friday March 6, 2020 - the markets are still feeling pressure globally and we all all looking for solutions. Following on our Monday Morning podcast, Granger Whitelaw features MOPO, a company leading Vietnam's renewable energy market - and partnering along the way. Grab your coffee and turn up the volume, we hope you enjoy !…
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Economics, Investment, Panic and Opportunity | Invest at home
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16:58Today on MOnday Morning Coffee, Granger Whitelaw addresses the current market decline, the Impact stemming from the Corona Virus, and general fear In the Markets. Granger discusses ETF's and Emerging Market Investments - with a quick overview of Energy In Vietnam. Grab your coffee, sit back - and Let's go!…
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Mazars | Integrated, Global Tax and Advisory Leaders
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19:03Today on Friday notes we follow up on our discussion regarding Tax Structuring In Vietnam and SE Asia. Granger Whitelaw Is joined back Jack Nguyen, partner at Mazars Vietnam, as we profile his company and the multiple Integrated services they offer for small companies and global leaders as well. We hope you enjoy the show!…
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Today Granger Whitelaw reviews Corporate and Tax structures everyone should be aware of In Vietnam and SE Asia. Granger Is joined by Jack Nguyen, an expert In Tax and accounting. Grab your coffee, sit back..and Lets go!By Granger Whitelaw
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Motul & Vilube | Innovation, Excellence and Agility!
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20:59On this episode of Friday notes at The Lotus Talks, Granger Whitelaw Is joined by returning guest Keith Schulz, EVP of Motul & Vilube who oversees 16 Countries, and has seen great success with the brands. Keith shares his experience with us, and what the Companies are doing In the ASEAN markets and beyond. We hope you enjoy this profile on an excit…
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Supply Chain Impact during the Coronavirus
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16:05In this Monday Morning Coffee, Granger Whitelaw sits down to discuss the Supply Chain Impacts from the Coronavirus outbreak with his guest, Keith Schulz. What Is the current status of Demand, Disruption and resolution - and what can we learn from history - to try and lessen the effects to our businesses, and perhaps create opportunities. Grab your …
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Today we join Granger Whitelaw and his guest (again), Caroline Nguyen as they follow up on their Monday talk about "Business Lunch" and where to go In Ho Chi Minh. A little twist, Instead of the 'usual suspects and place', they are going to share two non-profit Restaurants that not only serve great food, but are helping kids create skills and their…
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For our February and first edition of 2020, join Granger Whitelaw and the Lotus team as we honor one of Saigon's finest. Albin Deforges, Co-founder of successful F&B projects Bia Craft & Quan Ut Ut, to name only a few - What is he up to now? Read below to find out - We hope it suits your taste buds :)…
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Business Lunch | How to pick the right place
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19:05Granger Whitelaw visits with Vietnam Celebrity Judge, cook and all around Foodie, Caroline Nguyen to discuss "Business Lunches". How do you pick the right restaurant for your client or meetings? Is It different for 1st time guests? And what should you consider when choosing the venue. We hope you enjoy our conversation today, and get a "bite" of In…
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Saigoneer - Your source for all things cool in Vietnam - and beyond
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19:18Join Granger Whitelaw and Brian Letwin as they discuss the Saigoneer in Vietnam, listen to the interview and get your "culture on". We hope you enjoy this latest edition of The Lotus Talks!By Granger Whitelaw and Brian Litwin
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Granger Whitelaw looks a the coming year of the rat, 2020 - where Asia Is now economically, How the World views us, and some thoughts on how to Improve your business as we continue this exciting growth!By Granger Whitelaw
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Join Granger Whitelaw and Dan Gray as they discuss the recent gold Medals won by the Vietnam men & Woman's football teams at the SEA Games 2019! They also talk Formula 1, as It Is fast approaching the Hanoi 2020 inaugural race and a few other tid bits. We hope you enjoy this late edition of The Lotus Talks!…
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Join Granger Whitelaw as he Interviews Minh "Ben" Nguyen, the CEO of MOPO, a quickly Growing energy company In Vietnam. Renewable energy Is a critical Issue globally, and Ben Is on a path to make some major Impacts, starting right here In Vietnam. Gran a coffee, sit back and enjoy!By Granger Whitelaw and Ben Nguyen
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In this episode Granger Whitelaw discusses Business travel In Asia and Vietnam. The travel Industry Is growing along with the hyper-excellerated growth of the ASEAN Region. Let's look at how It Impacts business, and personal travel as well. Grab your coffee and let's go!By Granger Whitelaw
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AMCHAM Vietnam | a Silver Anniversary Salute!
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13:02Granger Whitelaw Salutes AMCHAM (The AMerican Chamber of Commerce) In Vietnam on their Silver Anniversary (25 years). He Is joined by Rayssa Barroso as they look at the positive Impact AMCHAM makes In Vietnam, and the benefits of membership. Grab your coffee, sit back- and enjoy!By Granger Whitelaw and Rayssa BBarroso
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Cyber Monday & Black Friday | Monday Morning Coffee
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14:18Today, Granger Whitelaw and guest host Rayssa Barroso talk about Cyber Monday, Black Friday, "Thanksgiving Day" , Small Business Saturday, Alibaba , 11/11 and Airline Tuesday. What is all this about, it seems there is no end to the Biggest Shopping Weekend in the USA or others aroud the World. Grab your coffee, we hope you enjoy!…
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Dreamplex | Inspiring Employees and Customers
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15:37Granger Whitelaw discusses effective strategies for retaining employees with Dan Gray. In this episode he features Dreamplex, who not only does a great ob for their employees, but offers solutions for the members of their Co-Working spaces. Grab your coffee and listen In!By Granger Whitelaw and Dan Gray
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