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Rodrigo Canelas
We travel around the world, talking with the best minds in each country and sharing their stories and wisdom with the world.
We uncover inspiring stories, untold truths, strategies, and tools to help you live a more meaningful life and become better every day.
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Dec 24, 2024 • 46min
FREE Education Model Revolutionizing India's Poverty Crisis | Parmita Sarma | Akshar Foundation
Learn about the FREE education model that is changing the game for India's poverty crisis, as shared by Parmita Sarma. This inspiring story showcases the power of education in transforming lives and communities.
About the guest 👇
Parmita Sarma is a social entrepreneur, educator, and co-founder of the Akshar Foundation, a transformative educational initiative based in Assam, India. Her work focuses on addressing systemic gaps in education for underprivileged children through innovative and sustainable models.
Top 5 highlights 👇
✅Turning Waste into Education
Parmita Sarma's school charges "fees" in the form of 25 pieces of plastic waste per week, transforming waste into resources while teaching sustainability.
✅Empowering Students Through Vocational Training
Students earn money by teaching younger peers, recycling plastic, and mastering skills like carpentry, tailoring, and electrical work. This approach enables financial independence and builds employable skills.
✅Behavioral Transformation Through Responsibility
The school pairs older students with younger ones, fostering empathy and responsibility. Misbehaving students have drastically reformed, earning money and recognition through their actions.
✅Breaking the Cycle of Poverty
By focusing on education and skill-building, Parmita’s model has helped underprivileged children avoid child marriage, earn income, and gain self-worth, ultimately lifting entire families out of poverty.
✅Scalable Impact Across Communities
With 13,000 students in Assam and expanding programs in other cities, Parmita’s model combines education, sustainability, and skill development, creating tangible societal change.
Timestamps 👇
[00:00] - Introduction
[01:09] - Starting point
[02:07] - Breaking the cycle of poverty.
[06:18] - Lessons about resilience and gratitude despite adversity.
[08:29] - Addressing education challenges in India
[12:50] - Students earn by mastering vocations and teaching others.
[14:56] - Students engage in recycling to promote sustainability.
[18:53] - Kids learn vocational skills to earn money
[20:42] - Student engagement and progress.
[24:22] - Akshar Foundation is training children
[26:10] - Parents increasingly desire vocational training for their children.
[29:36] - Students with challenging backgrounds
[31:19] - Transformation positively through teaching opportunities.
[35:05] - Peer learning and technology integration.
[37:04] - Passion-driven recruitment enhances teaching in all schools.
[40:51] - Education needs practical skills over traditional theory.
[42:52] - Education funding
👇 Connect with Parmita Sarma
LinkedIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/parmita-sarma-akshar/
Akshar Foundation: https://www.aksharfoundation.org/about
👇 Connect with Rodrigo and Something Bigger
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Web: https://www.somethingbigger.com

Dec 17, 2024 • 1h 8min
Learn How To Meditate From Tibetan MONK | Happiest Person in the World | Mingyur Rinpoche
In this video, Tibetan Monk Mingyur Rinpoche teaches you how to meditate and shares his wisdom on finding happiness. Join the happiest person in the world on a journey of self-discovery and inner peace.
👇 About the guest
Mingyur Rinpoche is a renowned meditation teacher who blends traditional Buddhist practices with modern scientific insights into the mind and mental health. His teachings make meditation accessible and relevant to a global audience.
Overcoming personal challenges with anxiety through meditation, he emphasizes its benefits for emotional resilience and happiness. As the guiding teacher of the Tergar Meditation Community, he leads workshops and retreats worldwide, sharing his wisdom with humor and compassion.
👇 Top 5 Highlights
✅ The Essence of Meditation
Meditation is not about achieving peace, joy, or relaxation—these are by-products.
The essence of meditation lies in awareness, which involves recognizing the mind’s natural luminosity and clarity.
✅ Science Meets Meditation
Researchers found that long-term meditators can achieve gamma waves at 700%—previously thought impossible.
Meditation also rewires the brain through neuroplasticity and influences gene expression via neurogenesis.
✅ Hygiene for the Mind
Meditation is compared to brushing teeth: just 4–5 minutes daily for a month reduced depression and anxiety by 31–32%.
Consistency matters more than long sessions to cultivate mental hygiene.
✅ Advanced Meditation Techniques
Three progressive steps:
Awareness of breath or sound.
Body scanning and sensing gravity.
Observing thoughts as objects, like watching a river flow.
The final step is object-less meditation, where awareness rests with itself.
✅ Lifelong Skills for Transformation
The guest shares three core skills for dealing with life’s challenges:
“OK with not OK”—welcoming problems instead of resisting.
Being with awareness—returning gently to breath or sensations.
Seeing reality as it is—letting go of the need to control or change it.
👇 Timestamps
00:00 - Introduction
01:39 - Panic Attacks as Teachers
03:59 - Storms and the Unchanging Sky
05:08 - The Journey of Befriending Panic Attacks
07:00 - Why Meditation Feels Difficult
08:51 - Pizza Analogy: Letting Thoughts Be
10:53 - The Luminosity of the Mind
14:11 - Recognizing and Maintaining Awareness
17:29 - Science and Meditation: Gamma Waves Discovery
21:17 - Meditation Practices Tested by Science
25:10 - Neuroplasticity and Brain Transformation
28:32 - Meditation as Mind Hygiene
31:22 - Advice for Beginners: Start Small
35:28 - Formal vs. Informal Meditation
38:14 - Progressive Meditation Techniques
41:19 - Observing Thoughts Like a River
43:18 - Object-less Meditation: Open Presence
45:04 - Why We Focus on Negative Thoughts
46:49 - The Recognition of Innate Goodness
50:39 - Love, Compassion, and Awareness
55:01 - Practical Advice for Anxiety and Panic Attacks
👇 Connect with Mingyur
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/mingyurrinpoche
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mingyurrinpoche/
Joy of living: https://joy.tergar.org/
Website: https://tergar.org/
👇 Connect with Rodrigo and Something Bigger
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Web: https://www.somethingbigger.com
#happiness #meditation #calm #mindset #mindfulness #innerpeace #guidedmeditation

Dec 10, 2024 • 1h 13min
The ULTIMATE Guide to Sex Ed: Myths, Consent, Infertility & Treatment with Dr Tanushree Pandey
Join Dr. Tanushree Pandey as she breaks down myths, discusses consent, infertility, and treatment in this ultimate guide to sex education. Get all the facts you need in one comprehensive video!
👇 About the guest
Dr. Tanushree Pandey is a Gynaecologist and Obstetrician from India. She is specialised in infertility and holistic gynaecology.
👇 Top 5 Highlights
✅ Breaking the Taboo Around Sexual Health in India
“Sex is still a taboo in India. Vagina owners don’t know what a vagina is.”
The speaker highlights how stigma and lack of proper education keep individuals from seeking help or understanding their own bodies.
✅ Normalizing Conversations About Virginity and Hymens
“Virginity is not a virtue; the hymen is no benchmark.”
Misconceptions around hymens and virginity perpetuate insecurities, which can be alleviated through education.
✅ Safe Practices and HPV Awareness
“There’s no such thing as being perfect at the pullout game.”
Emphasis is placed on practicing safe sex and the benefits of the HPV vaccine in preventing cervical cancer.
✅ Prioritizing Sexual Health and Communication in Relationships
"Sex is one of the necessities that most of us have."
Open communication, experimentation, and respecting personal space are key to maintaining a healthy sexual relationship.
✅ Childhood Education and Parental Responsibility
“The first person you should ask a question to is me.”
Parents are encouraged to create a safe space for children to ask questions about sexual health, fostering informed and respectful attitudes.
👇 Timestamps
00:00 - Introduction
01:05 - Sex Education in India
04:46 - Judgmental healthcare prevents patients from seeking help
06:16 - Vaginismus Causes and Treatments
10:19 - Psychological Impact of Misjudgment
12:46 - Educating Boys on Menstrual Health
21:20 - Virginity Myths and Hymenoplasty
28:48 - HPV Vaccine: Preventing Cervical Cancer
31:12 - Sexual Education for Children: Starting Early
33:27 - Misconceptions About Sexual Education
41:09 - Importance of Consent in Relationships
45:25 - Masturbation and Self-Exploration
46:24 - Men’s Sexual Health
48:40 - Women’s Sexual Needs and Orgasms
52:20 - Addressing Libido Differences
59:50 - Postpartum Sexual Health
01:03:02 - Subfertility Solutions: Egg Freezing and Lifestyle
01:06:44 - Empowering Women Through Sexual Knowledge
01:07:44 - Fertility Awareness and Testing
👇 Connect with Dr Tanushree Pandey
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gynae_guru/
Web: https://www.hopeivfcentre.com/
👇 Connect with Rodrigo and Something Bigger
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rodrigocanelas
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rodrigocanelas
Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@rodrigo_canelas
Web: https://www.somethingbigger.com

Dec 3, 2024 • 1h 10min
How STRESS, SLEEP & NUTRITION Can Help Reverse Your Age ft. Dr. Marcus Ranney
In this video, Dr. Marcus Ranney shares valuable insights on stress, sleep, nutrition, and anti-aging to help you live your best life. Watch now!
👇 About the guest
Dr. Marcus Ranney is the Founder and CEO of Human Edge, well-being & longevity expert, a published author and we recently hosted him on our show.
👇 Top 5 highlights
✅Health Span vs. Lifespan: Focus on Quality, Not Just Quantity
Dr. Marcus emphasizes enhancing health span—the period of life spent in good health—rather than merely extending lifespan.
"It’s not about living longer; it’s about living healthier for as long as possible."
✅Stress: The Silent Health Saboteur
Chronic stress (distress) is a significant contributor to poor health and aging, while short-term, good stress (eustress) can promote growth and resilience.
"If you don't allow the body to recover between stressors, you’ll quickly reach burnout."
✅The Gym Isn’t a Cure-All
Overtraining or neglecting recovery after gym workouts can be counterproductive. Health isn’t just about exercise but about balance and recovery.
"Going to the gym daily without recovery leads to a decline in function over time."
✅Your Lifestyle, Not Your Genes, Defines Health
Lifestyle choices account for 80% of health outcomes, dwarfing the impact of genetic predispositions.
"80% of your health is determined by where you live, who you surround yourself with, and the choices you make."
✅Biomarkers: Your Health’s Crystal Ball
Regular biomarker testing reveals hidden health risks like inflammation, cholesterol issues, and metabolic dysfunction, enabling proactive management.
"Biomarkers are a roadmap to understanding and optimizing your health."
👇 Timestamps
[00:00] Introduction
[01:12] Can We Live Forever?
[03:29] Values That Are Destroying Health
[06:49] Health on the Back Burner
[08:13] Stress: The Good, the Bad, and the Chronic
[12:31] What Does Longevity Really Mean?
[16:50] Habits Wrecking Your Energy Levels
[18:42] Genetics vs Lifestyle: Who Wins?
[22:04] Recovery Is as Important as Hustle
[24:52] Gym Workouts: The Overlooked Problem
[27:43] Simple Habits to Improve Longevity
[33:00] Sleep: The Ultimate Longevity Hack
[40:09] Nutrition That Fuels a Long Life
[46:22] Why Weight Doesn’t Really Matter
[50:06] Fasting: Benefits and Pitfalls
[55:06] Biomarkers That Predict Your Future
👇 Connect with Dr Marcus Ranney
Website: https://www.humanedge.co/
LinkedIn: https://in.linkedin.com/in/docmranney
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/docmranney/
👇 Connect with Rodrigo and Something Bigger
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rodrigocanelas
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rodrigocanelas
Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@rodrigo_canelas
Web: https://www.somethingbigger.com
#longevity #lifespan #healthspan #health #fasting #nutrition #diet #stress

Nov 26, 2024 • 1h 4min
PRIYANKA CHOPRA'S Mom Shares Her Journey Through Family, Career, and Challenges | Dr. Madhu Chopra
Discover the inspiring journey of Priyanka Chopra's mom, Dr. Madhu Chopra, as she shares about family, career, and overcoming challenges.
👇 About the guest
Dr. Madhu Chopra is a distinguished ENT specialist and entrepreneur. She trained at the Armed Forces Medical College, Pune, and served in the Indian Army for many years. In 2009, she co-founded Studio Aesthetique, a cosmetic clinic in Mumbai. Beyond her medical career, she is also a film producer and has produced several films under Purple Pebble Pictures.
👇 Top 5 highlights
✅ The Hardest Decision as a Mother
Dr. Madhu Chopra opens up about the emotional turmoil of sending Priyanka to boarding school at the age of seven. While she thought it was the right choice for Priyanka’s development, the decision continues to evoke regret and reflection.
"I still regret it. I still cry over it... but Priyanka turned out all right. She landed on her feet."
✅ How Priyanka Entered Miss India
An unexpected nudge from Priyanka’s younger brother led to her Miss India journey. Dr. Chopra shared how they filled out the form with no expectations and overcame family resistance to give Priyanka this life-changing opportunity.
"My son brought the ad and insisted... so to chase him off, I tore a page from my register and wrote all the details."
✅ Promoting Talent Through Regional Cinema
Dr. Chopra shared her and Priyanka’s vision behind starting Purple Pebble Pictures, focusing on giving opportunities to new talent and promoting regional cinema.
"In every film, we decided to take a newcomer... because Priyanka had it rough, and she didn’t want that for others."
✅ Facing Vulnerability During Her Husband’s Illness
Dr. Chopra recounted her emotional struggles when her husband was diagnosed with cancer. Despite being a doctor herself, she felt excluded from his worries but found support in her family.
"I felt I was being kept outside... I didn’t know whether to fight it, understand it, or be angry with him."
✅ The Values That Shaped Priyanka
Reflecting on Priyanka’s success, Dr. Chopra emphasized her daughter’s discipline, resilience, and determination, qualities she inherited from her parents.
"For Priyanka, failure was never an option. She hated failure... she worked hard to ensure success."
👇 Timestamps
[00:00] Introduction
[01:09] Priyanka Chopra at Boarding School
[04:35] How Destiny Shapes Decisions
[04:54] Advice for Kids Following Dreams
[06:35] Creating a Positive Home Environment
[09:45] Lessons from the Army Life
[13:13] The Hardest Decision as a Mother
[17:47] How Boarding School Changed Priyanka
[20:32] How Priyanka Chopra Entered Miss India
[24:11] Convincing Family for Miss India
[26:53] The Grit That Made Priyanka
[27:22] Winning Miss World: Behind the Scenes
[33:34] Why Priyanka Didn’t Want Films
[42:41] Starting Purple Pebble Pictures
[44:07] Promoting Regional Cinema
[48:48] Facing Vulnerability During Family Illness
[52:58] Saving a Life: Boston Journey
[55:23] Family Support and Gratitude
[57:34] Love, Trust & Respect
[01:01:04] Love, Responsibility, and Self-Love
[01:02:27] Life Lessons from Priyanka’s Mother
👇 Connect with Dr. Madhu
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drmadhuakhourichopra/
👇 Connect with Rodrigo and Something Bigger
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Web: https://www.somethingbigger.com
#drmadhuchopra #priyankachopra #bollywood #parenting #missworld

Nov 19, 2024 • 1h 24min
Unlock Champion’s Mindset with Shayamal Vallabhjee | Emotions, Focus & High Performance
In this video we discuss the importance of data interpretation and execution in high performance sports, emphasizing the transformation of emotions into empowerment and the significance of intuition and focus.
It highlights the role of strategic planning and execution in achieving goals, with insights on leadership, motivation, and meditation techniques for mental clarity.
👇 About the Guest
Shayamal Vallabhjee is a globally respected performance coach with over 20 years of experience helping individuals and teams achieve their highest potential. Currently, he serves as the Head Performance Psychologist for the Indian Men's National Football Team.
Shayamal has authored four books and delivered over 1,000 speeches, inspiring audiences on platforms like TEDx, National Geographic, and Forbes.
👇 Key Highlights
✅ Emotional Reframing
"Anger is not a bad emotion; it’s energy waiting to be channeled."
Shayamal explains how reframing emotions like anger can unlock focus and empowerment, with inspiring examples from mythology and sports.
✅ The Champion’s Mindset
"A true champion focuses on process, not outcomes."
Discover how elite performers prioritize adaptability, longevity, and constant evolution to achieve sustained success.
✅ Managing Pressure & Stress
Learn practical tools like breathwork and narrowing focus to stay grounded under high-pressure situations.
✅ The Role of Data & Process
Find out why preparation and data-driven strategies separate the good from the elite.
✅ Lessons from the Top 1%
"If you’re not in the top 1% physically, I can’t help you."
Shayamal dives into the physical and mental preparation required to work with the best.
✅ Stories from Athletes
Incredible insights from working with stars like Sania Mirza and lessons from their resilience, focus, and adaptability.
👇 Timestamps
[00:00] Introduction
[00:55] Emotions are powerful tools for high performance
[02:25] Emotions can distract athletes as much as anger does.
[06:46] Assessing athlete performance through physical, technical, strategic, and mental metrics.
[08:49] Performance gaps in sports.
[13:15] Key metrics you want to measure for perfromance
[15:26] Creating personalized assessments for young athletes
[19:17] Decision-making and intuition in high-performance sports.
[21:14] Athlete's intuition and execution
[24:54] Understanding intuition
[26:50] Language significantly impacts high performance
[30:45] Strategy to execution
[32:52] Individual growth.
[37:14] A champion's mindset is
[39:21] Evaluating and adapting processes for effective outcomes.
[43:19] Understanding the mind's focus
[45:29] The brain prefers storytelling
[49:33] Breathing exercise
[51:36] Routines & Processes
[55:28] Breathing techniques can help manage stress and emotions.
[57:22] Stress management is about integrating responses into natural behavior patterns.
[1:01:17] Overcoming fear is essential for personal growth and identity transformation.
[1:03:21] Focus on the process rather than external motivation for better results.
[1:07:24] Key to success is preparedness and creative thinking.
your creativity by finding unusual uses for everyday objects to unlock deeper ideas.
[1:09:24] Deep research on guests enhances podcast quality.
[1:13:20] Meditation through breath work enhances focus and productivity.
[1:15:20] Focus on breath and release tension for relaxation.
[1:22:26] Finding warmth and safety through mindful breathing.
👇Connect with Shayamal:
LinkedIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shayamalvallabhjee/
Twitter: https://x.com/shayamalv
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shayamal/
👇 Connect with Rodrigo and Something Bigger
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Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rodrigocanelas
Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@rodrigo_canelas
Web: https://www.somethingbigger.com
#highperformance #sports #cricket #coach #focus #mind #emotions

Nov 12, 2024 • 60min
Take Your SEX Life To The Next Level! | Mast*rbation, P*rn, Orgasm & NoFap Culture | Dr. Sankalp Jain
Learn how to take your sex life to the next level with tips on masturbation, porn, orgasm, and NoFap culture from @AskDrJain.
Join us to learn about the myths, barriers, and truths that affect relationships, mental well-being, and quality of life.
👇 About the guest
Dr. Sankalp Jain is a distinguished sexologist and Ayurveda expert, carrying forward a 97-year heritage in Ayurvedic treatment. He is the Head IVF and Sexual Health Counselor at Dr. AK Jain Clinic, blending traditional Ayurvedic methods with modern medical practices to address sexual dysfunction and infertility issues.
👇 Key Highlights
✅ Cultural Stigmas
Dr. Sankalp discusses how cultural beliefs, such as the notion that "men don’t feel pain," prevent many individuals from seeking help for sexual health issues, leading to unaddressed physical and emotional struggles.
✅ Sex Education and Misinformation
India’s education system often skips crucial topics, fostering confusion and embarrassment. This gap fuels harmful myths, like the idea that frequent masturbation or certain exercises can alter one’s performance.
✅ Psychological Impacts
Dr. Sankalp highlights how unrealistic comparisons and expectations, often influenced by media, create psychological pressures that can harm relationships and self-esteem.
✅ Health and Lifestyle Factors
Dr. Sankalp explains the link between lifestyle choices—like poor diet, lack of exercise, and exposure to quick fixes through unverified online content—and sexual health problems, emphasizing the importance of holistic well-being.
✅ Tips for Better Health
Dr. Sankalp suggests actionable steps to enhance sexual health, including prioritizing gut health, practicing moderation, and fostering emotional intimacy with partners.
👇 Timestamps
[00:00] Introduction
[01:09] Anxiety of Acceptance
[02:46] Lack of on sex education
[08:09] Relationships and divorces
[10:59] Misconceptions about health practices
[16:43] Perceptions of intimacy and sexual desires.
[19:29] Balancing pleasures and responsibilities
[24:33] PCTs and their impact on sexual health.
[27:10] Premature ejaculation and Erectile dysfunction
[32:30] Veganism and gut health impacts on well-being.
[35:10] Improving gut health and sexual performance.
[40:30] Brahmacharya promotes sexual restraint
[42:55] Understanding sexual health and the importance of sexual planning
[48:28] Female orgasms and sexual satisfaction.
[51:09] Roleplay and foreplay
[56:11] Emotional balance is essential for healthy relationships
[58:42] Mental health and awareness of sexual health.
👇 Connect with Dr. Sankalp
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@AskDrJain
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr_sankalp_jain/
👇 Connect with Rodrigo and Something Bigger
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rodrigocanelas
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rodrigocanelas
Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@rodrigo_canelas
Web: https://www.somethingbigger.com
#sexualhealth #mentalwellbeing #relationships #education #india #drsankalp

Nov 5, 2024 • 1h 1min
Turning Childhood Trauma into Superpower | Shocking & Inspiring Story of Harish Iyer
In this video, Harish Iyer shares his inspiring story of turning childhood trauma into a superpower. Watch to learn how he overcame challenges and became a source of inspiration for many.
👇 About the guest
Harish Iyer, is a prominent Indian activist known for his advocacy for LGBT rights, child protection, and women's issues. He played a crucial role in the decriminalization of homosexuality in India and was involved in the Supreme Court's Section 377 case. A survivor of childhood sexual abuse, Iyer has shared his story on platforms like Satyamev Jayate. Recognized globally for his activism, he continues to fight for social justice and equality.
👇 Key Highlights
✅ Journey Through Trauma
Harish's story begins with the devastating experience of sexual abuse that lasted from age 7 to 18. The trauma led him to multiple suic*de attempts, particularly after facing betrayal from a trusted friend. During these dark times, his pet dog Jimmy became his sole confidant and emotional anchor, providing unconditional support when he had no one else to turn to.
✅ Advocacy and Support
As Harish began speaking about his experiences, his mother evolved from initial disbelief to become a strong advocate for male victims of abuse. A pivotal relationship developed through his correspondence with Maneka Gandhi, who consistently responded to his letters and helped him find purpose in life. This support system became instrumental in his journey from victim to survivor to activist.
✅ Path to Healing
Harish's healing journey showcases remarkable transformation, where he channeled his pain into positive action. He made substantial philanthropic contributions to animal welfare causes, demonstrating his commitment to giving back. Perhaps most remarkably, he chose forgiveness over vengeance, even helping his abuser seek therapy - a powerful testament to his belief in breaking cycles of trauma.
✅ Impact and Legacy
Harish's courage in sharing his story catalysed a broader movement, inspiring countless survivors across India to break their silence. His work received recognition from institutions like Axis Bank, and he expanded his influence into children's literature by contributing to books featuring queer heroes. His message emphasizes transforming hatred into healing and using personal struggles as stepping stones for positive change.
👇 Timestamps
[00:00] Introduction
[00:03] Survivor of childhood sexual abuse shares their experiences and struggles
[01:24] Harish was abused by his uncle at age 7
[07:51] Traumatic experiences with sexual abuse and gang r@pe
[10:30] Sexuality and attempts to fit in
[15:36] Jimmy- emotional support
[17:50] Betrayal by a friend led
[21:50] Challenging societal norms regarding sexual abuse
[24:02] Maneka Gandhi helped Harish during his time of depression
[28:46] Harish's story inspired many survivors to find their courage
[31:22] Discussion about a father revealing his child's suic*de motive
[36:19] Repentance is the biggest gift
[38:55] Animal welfare organization
[43:48] Empowerment through sharing personal struggles
[46:14] Embrace your pain and darkness for personal growth
[51:04] Work recognition and achievements in various projects
[53:25] Acceptance and acknowledgment of struggles lead to power
[58:31] Hate creates more haters
[1:01:02] Powerful impact of sharing personal story
👇 Connect with Harish Iyer
LinkedIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/iharish/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iyerharish/
👇 Connect with Rodrigo and Something Bigger
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rodrigocanelas
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rodrigocanelas
Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@rodrigo_canelas
Web: https://www.somethingbigger.com

Oct 29, 2024 • 57min
How to build a 1.5M+ Followers Community - Ishan's Sharma exact strategy!
Learn Ishan Sharma's exact strategy for building a 1.5M+ followers community in this video. Discover how he grew his social media following and implement his tips to grow your own community!
👇 About the guest
Ishan Sharma is a dynamic entrepreneur and social media influencer, currently based in Bengaluru, India. At just 22 years old, he has made significant contributions to digital marketing and content creation. Ishan is the co-founder of MarkitUp, a YouTube growth agency established in February 2021, which specializes in enhancing the social media presence of startups.
👇 Highlights of the episode
✅ How to get started with long form content on YouTube
- Study successful YouTube creators in your niche
- Analyze their content style, humor level, editing quality, and unique hooks
✅ Find your unique angle and stand out
- Identify what is missing in the market and create content around it
- Share authentic and unique experiences to differentiate yourself
✅ Building a sustainable business
- For some creators, creating courses may erode trust of viewers by charging for content.
- Ishan focused on building my audience and company, providing free content and offering marketing services instead.
✅ Creating content for your younger self
- Believe in the value of your skills and talents, even if they seem obvious to you
- Effective communication and sharing can have a significant impact on others, even on things you consider basic.
👇 Timestamps
[00:00] Introduction
[01:00] At the age of 23…
[02:28] Consistency and branching out for growth
[07:11] Reels and studying popular formats
[09:22] For Instagram success…
[13:50] Start long form content on YouTube
[16:09] Find your unique angle and stand out
[19:56] Transforming audience into a community
[21:47] Building respect and connection with followers
[25:58] Monetizing Audience
[28:11] Building a sustainable business
[32:20] Monetizing audience and impostor syndrome.
[34:30] Creating content for your younger self
[38:55] Importance of filtering out hate in content creation
[40:53] Following and strong opinion
[45:06] Learn from others' successes and failures.
[47:11] Work-life balance from US professionals
[51:13] Quiet day of observing people and doing nothing
[53:04] Experiencing unexpected events in San Francisco
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Oct 22, 2024 • 1h
Guided Manifestation Meditation | Manifest love, money, career | Holistic Therapist Gayathri
Join us with Gayathri, Manifestation Coach where we discuss the process of manifestation, emphasizing the importance of aligning thoughts, feelings, and actions to attract desired outcomes, and highlights the significance of self-love and inner work to overcome limiting beliefs and trauma for personal growth.
👇 About the guest
Gayathri Shivaram is a certified Healing and Manifestation Coach with over a decade of experience in personal development. She has transformed the lives of more than 200,000 individuals through her expertise in trauma healing and manifestation techniques. Gayathri's approach combines holistic practices with practical strategies, empowering clients to overcome challenges and achieve their goals. Her work emphasizes self-discovery, resilience, and the power of positive thinking.
👇 Highlights of the episode
✅ Manifestation is not about ego but about aligning thoughts, feelings, actions, and words.
- We are worthy as spirits, irrespective of material possessions.
- Manifestation involves taking inspired action and alignment of thoughts, feelings, actions, and words.
✅ Identifying repeating patterns in money management and relationships
- Money patterns may stem from trauma responses affecting earning, retaining, or spending habits.
- Relationship patterns may involve attraction to those who don't prioritize or value oneself, influenced by different attachment styles like anxious and avoidant.
✅ Becoming the person you aspire to be for attracting opportunities and wealth.
- Focus on becoming a 'million dollar person' before expecting to attract wealth.
- Build a good relationship with yourself by observing sensations in your body and understanding who you truly are.
✅ Believe in affirmations and give to receive abundance
- The power of affirmations and believing in them leads to manifestation and living a purposeful life.
- Practicing acts of giving and being of service to others brings abundance and rewards from the universe.
✅ Start your day with...
- Practice Savers - Silence, Affirmations, Visualization, Exercise, Reading, and Scribing for 45 minutes to 1 hour daily
- Avoid complaining, gossiping, or victim mentality throughout the day to take 100% responsibility for your life
👇 Timestamps
[00:00] Introduction
[02:12] Gayathri’s story
[06:48] Manifestation is not about ego.
[09:02] Manifestation- Finances & Relationships
[13:27] Reprogram your subconscious mind
[15:32] Suppressed beliefs
[19:24] Procrastination
[21:31] Conscious effort creates new way of being
[25:15] Healing is key to manifestation
[27:08] Repeating patterns in money management and relationships
[30:59] Negative energy from childhood through self-reflection and inner work
[32:54] Practice Ho'oponopono prayer
[36:41] Align your actions, thoughts, and feelings
[38:39] Attracting opportunities and wealth.
[42:47] Understanding and managing your pain body and emotions.
[44:34] Emotional awareness
[49:36] Visualization
[51:43] Happiness and Fulfillment
[55:37] Affirmations and Abundance
[57:41] Start your day with…
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