Freebird is back for Season 2. Same host, new discussions.  On this first episode, Neil and I talk about what it means to find resilience. The conversation is short and the first of many we will explore on this subject.  Listen on!

We've all been there. Kicking ourselves. Regretting our failures. Wishing things were different.  Here's what - we need mistakes. Yes - need. Mistakes are the ground for growth and now even neuroscience proves it.  This short episode is a reflection on why we shouldn't badger ourselves when we fail. Tune in.

The year has gone by and while life was keeping me busy, I just couldn't turn away from the place that helped me this year.  In this stream of consciousness (haha) episode, I just want to say thank you to everyone who showed up here and for the learning and courage we created together.   I also talk about Brene Brown's 'The Gift of Imperfection' as we move into the new year.  Let me know what you think!   Till next year. Love and Light.

No one goes through life unscathed.  But what if we had access to the methods through which we could work on healing our body, our pain and our traumas. What if the answers to that healing came from within?   In this episode of Freebird I talk to Rita Feghaly, certified holistic health coach whose life is itself a testament to the immense power of healing that resides within us.    Join us in this conversation where we navigate her story, where we can begin our own journeys, and a surprise gift at the end which can help you get started on your own healing. Not to be missed! I look forward to hearing your thoughts on this episode!  Contact Rita Feghaly:  Email : [email protected]  Website: www.nutrilife101.com  Instagram: @nutrilife101

In this episode of Freebird, we explore the theme of 'grit' What makes us resilient to life's challenges?  What values fuel passion and perseverance for long-term and meaningful goals?   Meet Rajesh Mehta. He's a man of many talents - a musician, trainer at IBM, guest speaker at various Ivy League B Schools and a father.  And he does all of this while being visually impaired.   Rajesh has redefined grit for me. I look forward to sharing this with all of you in my eternal quest to be a voice of hope and positive change. Join in.   To contact Rajesh,  Email : [email protected]  Linkedin : https://www.linkedin.com/in/rajesh-mehta-135211b/

In this episode of Freebird, we explore the domain of the well being of men. Long has pop culture and belief systems created a stereotype of how men should be raised and behave in society. Does this enable wholesome societies? What impacts does the emotional and communication bottling up cause for men and thereafter in families and society. There is so much to be navigated and I couldn't imagine doing with with anyone but Reema Ahmad. About Reema Ahmad: Reema Ahmad is co founder of Candidly, an initiative that talks about gender, sexuality, abuse and how these manifest in culture through media. Candidly is a joint initiative with her long time friend Amita Malhotra who launched India’s first gender neutral clothing line for kids, EqualiTee.  Reema is a trained comprehensive sexuality educator, a writer and an intimacy/relationships and sexuality therapist.  She began her journey in 2014 as a researcher and trainer on Child Abuse Awareness and Prevention for kids and adults.  She has also worked with Counsel To Secure Justice in the area of Restorative Justice and has also counselled families of child sexual abuse survivors. Her educational background is in literature. She is also a two time TedX Speaker and has been on Josh Talks too. She writes poetry and her first book on discussing taboo topics with children is in the works with Penguin India. To reach Reema Ahmad:  Instagram: @candidlycounselling Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/candidlyindia Website : http://candidly.in/

Meet Neil Cabral. He's a free thinker, amateur triathlete and interested in astrophysics. Father to our cat, Achilles and married to me. We decided to do a free wheeling conversation of some of the things that matter to us - namely self discovery, the planet and well being in relationships. Join in. Have a laugh. Maybe take some notes. This is us, unscripted and unplanned.   Take the "Strengths Survey" at this link : https://www.authentichappiness.sas.upenn.edu/questionnaires/survey-character-strengths

Imagine a world where our responses to life's challenges were kinder and more thought out. Imagine being able to navigate life's challenges without worry and despair. Is this even possible?   Meet mindfulness thought leader Sapan Shrimal. With a corporate background, grounded in principles of mindfulness, Vipassana, NLP and modern psychology, Sapan is the Director of new movement in the workplace with his company Monk@Work.    Join us in this essential podcast where we talk about: - The nature of stress   - Why our brain reacts to stress the way it does  - New advances in neuroplasticity and what it means for stress management  - A simple mindfulness technique that is proven to lower stress  - Specific examples on how to manage loss of identity, loss of a loved one or a bad diagnosis   Reach Sapan at:  Email: [email protected]  Facebook: Monk At Work  Instagram: monk.at.work  LinkedIn: Monk@Work

At 27, Neil DSilva has already lived a lifetime. A well known amateur triathlete, free spirited and articulate, he is an example of hope and overcoming adversity. Neil talks about overcoming addiction through sport and of his recent health diagnosis of ADD and Bipolar. He speaks of sharing his story so that others may garner hope that things do get better. Join us on this candid, inspiring chat. To reach Neil: Instagram: @neildsilvha3 Facebook: Neil Nixon DSilva Email: [email protected] Video Interview: https://youtu.be/ZspY1Cc6HfU

Protima Sharma.  A change agent who is working towards creating a better world for her children. And for India's children.   After an impressive career in HR, she founded PeopleWiz, an HR firm that helps build organizations that are ready for tomorrow.  To me, her super power is her unique perspective and work in the arena of Child Welfare in India. Her inner strength and resilience in navigating a difficult subject matter and finding the ways in which we can contribute is worth celebrating.   Tune in to hear from her about the adoption systems in India, the challenges and solutions that will create a better nation for all of us.