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Rising Through Grief: Uncovering Hope and Resilience in the Midst of Loss Apr 03, 2023

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Today on The Mindvalley Show we discuss the nature of resilience with Dr. Neeta Bhushan, author of “That Sucked! Now what?” Dr. Neeta is a cosmetic dentist turned performance coach. She is helping professionals reclaim their emotional grit and build resilience through radical self-awareness.

As a child, Dr. Neeta suffered the catastrophic loss of her mother, brother, and father. She never learned how to process her emotions of grief and loss, so she buried herself in her work and a toxic relationship until she realized the life she was leading was not in alignment with her true self. At that moment, Dr. Neeta understood that strength was not resilience but a form of avoidance. She teaches you how to embrace your emotions instead of allowing them to fester so that you can live a life free of emotional judgment!

True resilience is the ability to accept yourself as you are, and sometimes that means sitting with your grief so that it does not overcome you. In this episode, Dr.Neeta lays out the framework for emotional wellness and true resilience. Join us as we deprogram and rediscover the true nature of emotional wellness.

Key Takeaways: [1:55] Recovering from grief and loss

[5:20] The bounce factor

[10:10] The Guest house

[14:00] Energetically holding pain

[15:30] 4 steps to building resilience

[21:00] The benefits of good stress

[24:00] Healthy emotional experience

[26:30] Expressing your emotions

[31:00] Lean into the discomfort

[33:00] Radical self-awareness

Where to Find Our Guest:

NeetaBhushan.com

That Sucked! Now What?

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Memorable Quotes:

“I was living my life for other people, that I had not really integrated. I had not worked through a lot of the grief. I had not accepted my reality, for so many years, for a decade, but from the outside, I had a million-dollar practice. From the outside, I was changing smiles.” [4:45] -Dr.Neeta Bhushan

“If we also suppress those feelings that we are ashamed of, or we think that our negative emotions. I mean there is research that supports that well they’ll start manifesting diseases in our bodies because we are not aligning with ourselves. We’re holding in the resentment. We’re holding in the pain or that grudge from somebody else, where is it going to show up? [14:10] -Dr. Neeta Bhushan

“Our emotional capacity to feel is so important so that we’re accepting ourselves, and all parts of ourselves, and our ability to really feel what is coming up instead of judging our feelings, shaming our feelings, or thinking that we’re not allowed to feel a certain way, just because we don’t deem it acceptable.” [25:20] -Dr.Neeta Bhushan

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Meet Dr. Sara Al Madani: From Abusive Relationships to Winning Over 140 Awards Mar 27, 2023

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Today’s guest is Sara Al Madani, a single mother, TV personality, and serial entrepreneur. Sara has overcome great obstacles of abuse and betrayal, while never losing her connection to kindness. Her story sets a new standard of what is possible for single mothers and entrepreneurs. She is proof that your circumstances do not determine your outcome.

Sara shares how she has crafted an intentional life that supports her child, her business, and her mental health. You do not need to limit yourself to cultural norms. Society's playbook is simply the expectations of the dead, and Sara leads by example, living on her own terms without needing anyone's approval.

In this episode, we explore how to heal from trauma through radical responsibility. Sara conquered her own trauma by accepting responsibility for the standard of treatment she set for herself. She shares her philosophy that the mind is like tofu; it becomes whatever you marinate it in. Through honest evaluation of your actions, an inventory of your influences, and a commitment to kindness, you can craft a life that envelopes you in positivity and love. Join us as we explore the possibilities of a mindful entrepreneur.

Key Takeaways:

[2:00] Chief life officer program

[4:00] Living instead of existing

[8:45] Letting go of micromanaging

[11:40] Entrepreneurship as a single mother

[19:30] Sara’s son's stand-up routine

[20:00] Thriving after abusive relationships

[24:35] The brain is like tofu

[29:27] Tattoos and reprogramming

[33:45] Healing by taking responsibility

[37:50] We are all vessels

[40:00] What makes an icon

[42:00] Prioritizing mental health

Where to Find Our Guest:

Instagram: @sara_almadani_

Website: HalaHi.com

Memorable Quotes:

“I realized by doing that, I am not allowing them to be creative. I am not allowing them to give their highest potential, because they know the boss is going to come in any second and fix it all up. It really takes a toll on you as a person, mentally and physically. So I started to let go slowly, and it was so hard in the beginning but then I learned, and now I don’t micromanage.” [10:05] -Sara Al Madani

“What is culture? It’s us satisfying people in the grave.” [28:40] -Sara Al Madani

“This is when you meet yourself halfway through, it’s when you look at where you went wrong. Who cares about them?! It’s not like it’s going to change them. It’s not going to make them better people. Screw them! Let’s focus on me, how did you go wrong?” [36:25] -Sara Al Madani

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How NasDaily's Nuseir Yassin Turned a Simple Idea Into A Global Movement With 60M Fans Mar 20, 2023

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Welcome to the very first episode of the NEW Mindvalley Show! I am Vishen Lakhiani, the founder and CEO of Mindvalley. Expect to level up with each episode as I interview some of the most influential and groundbreaking individuals shaping the world for the better.

Today we welcome Nuseir Yassin. Nuseir is a popular social media personality whose channel, NasDaily, focuses on elevating people, countries, and technologies. He explains that even though he and I are friends, we cannot legally visit each other’s countries due to the ban on Israelis in Malaysia and Malaysians in Israel. This conversation highlights the importance of elevating people as well as technologies, and the need to promote understanding and tolerance between nations.

We also have a lively debate, and share how much time an entrepreneur should work in a week! The minimalist argues for time constraints, while the maximalist defends his non-stop work ethic. Join us for this spirited exchange of ideas as we dissect our own habits and build a deeper understanding of how much work goes into building an empire!

Key Takeaways:

[1:10] Using social media to elevate humanity

[4:25] Vishen’s political obstacles after 911

[10:20] Navigating the world as an Israeli

[13:10]Shifting from sensational news to spreading unity

[16:25] Training storytellers with Nas Academy

[19:25] The difficult journey of an entrepreneur

[23:25] Commiting to a singular mission

[25:17] The niceness trap

[28:40] Defining company culture

[31:30] Debate: How much should an entrepreneur work?

[33:40] The reticular activation system and manifestation

[36:10] Defining spirituality in relationship to creativity

[39:40] Time constraints and opportunity

[42:07] Are you a sniper or a machine gun?

[49:50] The rules change at every stage of life

[51:25] Work expands to the time allowed for it

[52:15] Top 3 lessons from Nusseir

Where to Find Our Guest:

Memorable Quotes:

“I think people forget how sensitive it is to even say the “I” word, on the internet. YOu can’t even say you’re from Isreal because to them Israel doesn’t exist, and you’re like, but this is where I’m from and you’re not gonna delete where I’m from, and so it’s been a constant battle between Israel versus Palestine as opposed to Israel and Palestine, so really I want to dedicate the rest of my life, like you, to the “and” as opposed to the “or”.” [10:32] -Nuseir Yassin

“Our brain will help us notice things that we need to notice, so if you are constantly telling yourself, I live an amazing life, I have the most inspiring conversations, you are more likely to notice the inspirations and the conversations that you have. You are more likely to notice people that might inspire you!” [34:05] -Vishen Lakhiani

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YouTube: @vishenlakhiani

Instagram: @mindvalley

Instagram: @vishen

Facebook: @mindvalley

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Welcome To The New Season Of The All NEW Mindvalley Show with Vishen Mar 20, 2023

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The Mindvalley Show brings you the latest hacks from the leading minds in business, health, spirituality and relationships. We provide you with the education that traditional schools forget. Hosted by Vishen, founder of Mindvalley and a 3x bestselling author, he is one of today’s most influential minds in personal growth and on a mission to transform millions of people. Join us every week - Big names. Big topics. Big personal growth. Welcome to The Mindvalley Show.

To stay connected and to learn more about Vishen and Mindvalley, click on the links below:

Website: Mindvalley.com

YouTube: @vishenlakhiani

Instagram: @mindvalley

Instagram: @vishen

Facebook: @mindvalley

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How to Think Like Google - Tom Chi Jan 16, 2023

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Tom Chi is one of the sharpest minds of our generation. He is the co-founder of Google X and the creator of Google Glass. In this episode, he shares techniques he uses to hack productivity and increase his efficiency in learning. Tom’s systems of living will help you be more effective in the way you work, make better decisions, and put you in a state of constant learning.

Listen out for:

- Why knowledge is the enemy of learning.

- How to maximize your rate of learning.

- Why metabolizzability is more important than the truth.

- What bright spots, dark spots, and associates are and how they can help you.

-The ‘10% Better Fridays’ technique.

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The Mindset of World Changers - Peter Diamandis Jan 09, 2023

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Get ready to be trained by one of the 50 greatest leaders on planet earth.

Peter Diamandis, celebrated futurist and founder and chairman of the X Prize Foundation, lays down his infamous commandments simply called, 'Peter's Laws'. Following them will inevitably lead to innovation, social disruption, more meaningful work, and live up to your highest potential. Strap in and enjoy.

Listen out for:

- Why belief is critical to success.

- Why you should never compromise.

- How to change the rules and what to do when you can't.

- How to think big and achieve the impossible.

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Proof That the Universe is on Your Side - Dr. Srikumar Rao Jan 02, 2023

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Imagine being so calm and resilient in the face of your next wave of turmoil or difficulty... that you find yourself sailing through it with ease, peace, and confidence, where others would helplessly sink.

In this episode, the celebrated business professor described by Vishen as part-monk, part-Yoda, will give you a remarkable model of reality that builds extraordinary resilience and allows you to reframe any suffering or negativity into effortless bliss and gratitude.

Dr. Srikumar Rao is the creator of the most popular and highest-rated MBA programs at many of the world’s top business schools. His 45-Day Mindvalley program - 'The Quest for Personal Mastery' is a distillation of the same knowledge and wisdom he's taught to countless top business graduates.

Listen out for:

- Why the universe is benevolent and on your side.

- The importance of the gratitude practice.

- Learning to see the good in whatever comes to you.

- How to apply the benevolent universe model in your life.

Bonus:

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#1 Matthew Mcconaughey on Attaining the Unbelievable Dec 30, 2022

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As we head into 2023, we are taking a look back at our Top 5 most motivational episodes that we’ve shared over time. Here is number 1. Our guest on this episode is the famous Oscar-winning actor, producer, and now bestselling author Matthew McConaughey. He first gained recognition for his breakout performance in the coming-of-age comedy Dazed and Confused. And after that, the hits followed: A Time To Kill, Contact, Magic Mike, Dallas Buyers Club, The Wolf of Wall Street, We Are Marshall, Interstellar, Serenity, Frailty, and the list goes on. But if you ask him, McConaughey prefers to call himself a storyteller, and he is proving it with his new memoir, 'Greenlights.' Join Vishen Lakhiani and Matthew McConaughey as they talk about the stories and life lessons that fueled Matthew’s success.

Listen out for:

- A sneak peek into the ideas behind Matthew’s book.

- Matthew’s 1992 simple goals list.

- The Arrow and the Target concept.

- The story of how Matthew found his partner Camila.

- Matthew’s thoughts on the current education system.

- The Just Keep Livin Foundation.

Bonus:

- Get your own copy of Matthew’s new bestseller here 👉 https://greenlights.com/

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#2 Priyanka Chopra Jonas on How to Rise Above Failure and Attain Success Dec 29, 2022

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As we head into 2023, we are taking a look back at our Top 5 most motivational episodes that we’ve shared over time. Here is number 2. After conquering Bollywood and winning Miss World in 2000, our incredible guest, Priyanka Chopra Jonas moved on to achieve a string of incredible accomplishments in the United States. She was even featured on the cover of Time Magazine's Time 100 issue in 2016 and was recognized as one of the most powerful women in the world by Forbes magazine. In this interview with Vishen Lakhiani, Priyanka shares actionable tips on being successful, talks about the importance of family and education, and discusses her new memoir “Unfinished.”

Listen out for:

- The challenges Priyanka faced in her life.

- Priyanka’s secret for reaching all her goals.

- The importance of family in Priyanka’s life.

- Priyanka’s surprising self-care routine.

Bonus:

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#3 How to Boost Your Energy Level and Live Healthier - Dr. Steven Gundry Dec 28, 2022

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As we head into 2023, we are taking a look back at our Top 5 most motivational episodes that we’ve shared over time. Here is number 3. Our guest today, Dr. Steven Gundry MD, is one of the world’s top cardiothoracic surgeons and a pioneer in nutrition, as well as medical director at The International Heart and Lung Institute Center for Restorative Medicine. For the past two decades, he has studied the microbiome and now helps patients use diet and nutrition as a life-changing form of treatment. On this live call, Vishen Lakhiani and Dr. Steven Gundry share powerful ideas about the Energy Paradox. Get ready for an exciting diet (and life) change.

Listen out for:

- What low energy really is.

- Difference between mitochondria and leaky gut.

- The best way to produce a healthspan.

- How microbiomes help our health.

- What Americans can do about their unhealthy food.

- How Energy snacking affects your performance.

- What's the best type of bread for your body.

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