Freebird: Recent Episodes
Sneh Thakur
‘Freebird’ with Sneh Thakur is a series where we speak to those who dare greatly. This is a place where we will talk about the path less taken. We will talk about what it takes to live your truth. Freedom. Peace. Adventure. Equanimity. Conscious living. Harmony – are all concepts that we will explore with some fellow humans who have been on this path towards living ‘the full life’.
If you are struggling with loss of any kind, big emotions and difficulty understanding where and how to begin, listen in to some frameworks that can help you navigate difficult time. Peace and Love, Sneh
Freebird comes back for Season 3. In episode 1, we set the stage for diving into what makes us human and the three pillars I will use to help us navigate understanding our human existence. Thanks for listening!
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 : rita@nutrilife101.com
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 : rajeshmehta@in.ibm.com
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:
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The nature of stress
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Why our brain reacts to stress the way it does
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New advances in neuroplasticity and what it means for stress management
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A simple mindfulness technique that is proven to lower stress
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Specific examples on how to manage loss of identity, loss of a loved one or a bad diagnosis
Reach Sapan at:
Email: sapan@monkatwork.in
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: neil.dsilva1993@gmail.com
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.
'Only dreams are real' says his bio.
And making his dreams happen is his passion.
Meet Rinat Mustafin, a remarkable endurance athelete, entrepreneur, father to 4 sons and mentor to many. His impressive achievements include being the Top 100 in the Marathon des Sables, Ultraman distances, Ironman feats - just to name a few. We talk about how he transformed his life (and business) through sport and his views on achieving big goals.
Watch the interview : https://youtu.be/wpOr9b2Q5Mg
Instagram: @tri.rinat.mustafin
Facebook: Rinat Mustafin
Website: https://dubai.ilovesupersport.comand https://iron-star.com/en
No man is an island. Human beings have evolved and thrived through tribes. It is our way to serve and feel valued and our communities become our safe spaces.
Meet Eva Kerr, a podcast host, sound healer and lighthouse to the community.
Eva's work in the community includes creating safe spaces for expression, healing and unity for men and women through yoga, meditation and empowerment circles.
Tune in for this warm conversation between two friends looking to help you build your own tribe.
Instagram : @shantisoulhealing
Apple Podcast : Shanti Voice
Ania has quite an extraordinary biography. Born in Odessa, Ukraine, she studied for a Masters Degree in Philology. At the age of 25, she moved to Paris where she studied art history, painting and acting. Ania starred in French movies including Laurent Thomas's feature “Le Mystère de la Dame Blanche”.
Ania started practicing the Zhong Yuan Qigong system over 12 years ago. Today, she is a certified Qigong Instructor. She is fortunate to be a personal student of Grand Master Xu Mingtang, and she has participated twice in the Shaolin Advanced Training Programs under his guidance. Ania now lives in Dubai and pursues a life of balance between being a business entrepreneur and continuing her spiritual journey.
In this episode, we talk about what it means to be truly free and the ways one can develop an inner sense of freedom.
Instagram: @aniashnyukova
https://www.facebook.com/ania.shnyukova
Interview : https://youtu.be/zN9FMjVaVwQ
From career shifts in real estate, investment banking, accounting and hospitality to becoming one of the Middle East's most influential food and travel Instagram influencers - Join us as we speak with Talal Al Rashed about his adventurous journey in the culinary world!
Instagram: @talal.alrashed
Website: www.thecontourage.com
This week we are serving up some glamour and life lessons with beauty queen Adele Smith.
Adele won the prestigious Miss Caribbean 1999 and Miss Fitness 2002. She is a mom, vegan and health coach. In this conversation she shares her experience of winning pageants to failing and then succeeding in marriages. Through her sunny personality, she navigates some advice for us all. Tune in.
To follow Adele:
Instagram: @adelefsmith
Facebook: Adele F. Smith
Facebook Group: the Veginner
Facebook Group: Innerlight Circle
Youtube: Adele F Smith
Episode 1 features Adrian Kerr. Adrian Kerr is a kitesurfer, podcast and livestream host. The kitesurf365 podcast has been downloaded in over 160 countries worldwide and hosting the sports biggest stars. Locked down and live is a twice a week show that streams out to a audience of over 90,000 people.
Follow Adrian here:
Instagram: @kitesurf365
Website: www.kitesurf365.com
iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/ae/podcast/kitesurf365-a-podcast-for-kitesurfers/id1323480217
Suranjana Ghosh is a Marketing and Communications specialist, based in Mumbai, India. In a career spanning close to 18 years, she has worked across several multinational brands like L'Oréal, Kellogg, BBC and CNBC-TV18. At the age of 18 she was diagnosed with Osteosarcoma and a malignant tumour in her left knee. She went through four years of treatment, undergoing several cycles of chemotherapy and four surgeries, culminating eventually in an above knee amputation of her left leg, at the age of 22. Two decades later, Suranjana is fit and lives a life without any compromises. She believes resilience and strength come from gratitude and humility. She hopes to use her own example to motivate others to never let their circumstances define or diminish them.