Something Bigger Talk Show

1. God vs. The Divine: What Nobody Tells You About God ft. Swami Brahmdev

   28.10.202651 Min.Als Nächstes

   What is the difference between God, gods and the Divine? Does God really exist, and can we discover the Divine within ourselves?In this conversation on the Something Bigger Show by Rodrigo Canelas, Swami …

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   What is the difference between God, gods and the Divine? Does God really exist, and can we discover the Divine within ourselves?In this conversation on the Something Bigger Show by Rodrigo Canelas, Swami Brahmdev explores the meaning of God, the purpose of spirituality, the evolution of human consciousness, and how we can build a deeper connection with the Divine.What if the answers we seek outside ourselves are already within us?Swami Brahmdev explains why gods and the Divine are not necessarily the same, why spiritual traditions evolve, and why we may need to move beyond religious beliefs to discover a deeper truth. He also explores how faith, selflessness, aspiration and surrender can transform our spiritual journey.In this episode, we explore:- Does God exist? How can we understand the Divine?- God vs. the Divine: What is the difference?- Why do gods come and go?- Why we must go beyond gods- How Ram, Krishna, Buddha and Christ helped humanity evolve- Is the Divine already within us?- What is the true self?- Sri Aurobindo, the Mother and the evolution of spirituality- Why the purpose of life is to learn, grow and progress- How selfish desires shape our relationship with God- Can we connect directly with the Divine?- How faith and love lead to surrender- Practical ways to connect with the Divine through aspiration, selflessness and constant remembranceTimestamps00:00 Why Do We Need God?01:01 How Do I Know That God Exists?02:16 Why Do Gods Come and Go?04:08 God vs. the Divine: What Is the Difference?05:20 Rama, Krishna, Buddha and Christ: Why They Came06:37 How Does the Divine Live Within Us?08:23 The Divine Within Us: The Seed of Our Potential11:29 Life: A Journey from Ignorance to Knowledge12:00 Why Life Exists Only in the Present13:24 Is Your True Self the Divine?14:41 Why We Must Go Beyond Gods15:34 Is It Time to Go Beyond Gods?16:53 How to Awaken the Divinity Within18:18 Can We Connect with the Divine Beyond Belief?19:42 Sri Aurobindo and the Revolution in Spirituality21:14 The Supermental: A New Possibility for Human Evolution23:22 The Purpose of Life: Learn, Grow and Progress25:00 Can Selflessness Transform the World?26:13 What Is the Purpose of Your Life?26:50 Can Belief in God Help Us Connect with the Divine?28:54 What Is the Role of Religion in Our Lives?31:55 Why Swami Brahmdev Says It Is Time for Spirituality33:35 What You Seek Outside Is Already Within You34:08 Are Love, Peace and Bliss Already Within Us?35:26 Why We Lack True Knowledge of Life37:10 Why We Keep Searching for Happiness Outside37:49 Do We Pray to God to Fulfil Our Selfish Desires?40:00 Can Gods Help Us Connect with the Divine?41:21 Have We Forgotten Our Connection with the Divine?42:25 The Love, Peace and Harmony Already Within You43:11 Swami Brahmdev's Journey Towards the Divine46:09 Is Surrender Something We Can Force?46:41 How Faith and Love Lead to Surrender47:48 Expressing Your Feelings and Prayers to the DivineAbout our Guest:Swami Brahmdev is a spiritual teacher and the founder of Aurovalley Ashram, dedicated to the teachings of Sri Aurobindo and the Mother. After studying law and economics, he travelled across India and the Himalayas in search of deeper truths about life. Today, he shares his insights on spirituality, the Divine, human consciousness and the purpose of life. He also supports local communities through initiatives focused on education, health and well-being.#Spirituality #God #Divine #SwamiBrahmdevFollow Rodrigo:✅ Subscribe To Our Other YouTube Channels:Something Bigger Show Clips: https://www.youtube.com/@UCJTXqkdrvYel4doPKcv7uAgFollow Rodrigo on Social Media:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rodrigocanelas?igsh=MTluMXdiMmt3eTIxaA==https://www.instagram.com/somethingbiggershowTwitter/X: @rodrigocanelas / https://x.com/rodrigo_canelas?s=11Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rodrigocanelas/Let's keep evolving together.

2. Why Indians Feel Inferior to the West ft. Pawan Gupta

   21.10.202660 Min.Als Nächstes

   Why do so many Indians seek validation from the West, even when they come from one of the world's oldest civilizations?In this episode of Something Bigger Show by Rodrigo Canelas, we sit down with Pawan Gupta …

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   Why do so many Indians seek validation from the West, even when they come from one of the world's oldest civilizations?In this episode of Something Bigger Show by Rodrigo Canelas, we sit down with Pawan Gupta, co-founder of the Society for the Integrated Development of the Himalayas (SIDH), to question how India's history, education system, and cultural influences have shaped the way Indians see themselves.An IIT Delhi graduate from 1976, Pawan Gupta chose to work closely with Himalayan communities, focusing on rural education, traditional knowledge, and cultural preservation. Through SIDH, he has helped develop village schools and alternative approaches to learning that bring indigenous wisdom and holistic education into focus. He has also written books and articles exploring education, culture, and society.Drawing on decades of experience, Gupta challenges the idea that Western models of education and progress are the only measures of success. His work raises an important question: Have we become so focused on looking outward that we've lost touch with our own roots?From the Indian inferiority complex and the education system to the meaning of Dharma and the Bhagavad Gita's teaching on being the doer, this conversation challenges us to question what we believe about India, its traditions and ourselves.In this episode, we explore:- Why Indians feel inferior to the West- How British colonialism shaped Indian identity- Why English is associated with status, success and intelligence in India- How education can encourage imitation instead of independent thinking- Why Pawan Gupta calls India a “fake society”- What Dharma means in Indian philosophy- How Western influence is changing Indian culture and family values- Why Indian traditions and knowledge deserve a closer look- What the Bhagavad Gita teaches about being the doer- The difference between information, knowledge, opinion and truth- How to build confidence without seeking Western validation- Why questioning our assumptions matters for India's futureTime Stamp:00:00 – Why India Is a Wounded Civilization01:30 – How Education Shapes the Indian Mindset04:27 – Why English Means Status and Power in India06:44 – Are Educated Indians Imitating the West?08:34 – Have Indians Lost Touch With Their Roots?10:49 – Why Pawan Gupta Calls India a “Fake Society”13:21 – Dharma vs Religion: Understanding Indian Culture15:50 – What Shapes Children's Values and Behaviour?18:36 – What 18 School Dropouts Revealed24:14 – Joint Families vs Nuclear Families25:17 – What India Gets Wrong About Traditional Food27:00 – Development vs Environmental Destruction28:32 – The Bhagavad Gita: Are We Really the Doers?32:34 – Why We Struggle to Let Go of Control37:35 – The Problem With Borrowed Confidence38:40 – Can We Recognise Truth for Ourselves?40:49 – Are We Living in a Culture of Victimhood?46:12 – Truth vs Opinion, Information and Knowledge48:07 – Pawan Gupta's Vision for India's Future54:01 – Stop Believing Everything. Start Thinking.Pawan Gupta shares his perspective on Indian civilization, cultural identity, education and spirituality, asking us to look beyond borrowed beliefs and think for ourselves.Are we seeing India as it really is, or through the lens of what the West taught us to believe?#PawanGupta #IndianCulture #bhagavadgita Subscribe for more conversations on spirituality, consciousness, Indian philosophy and the questions that challenge how we see the world.✅ Subscribe To Our Other YouTube Channels:Something Bigger Show Clips: https://www.youtube.com/@UCJTXqkdrvYel4doPKcv7uAgFollow Rodrigo on Social Media:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rodrigocanelas?igsh=MTluMXdiMmt3eTIxaA==https://www.instagram.com/somethingbiggershowTwitter/X: @rodrigocanelas / https://x.com/rodrigo_canelas?s=11Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rodrigocanelas/Let's keep evolving together.

3. Who Controls the Food on Our Plate? ft. Dr. Vandana Shiva

   14.10.202641 Min.Als Nächstes

   What happens when corporations start controlling the seeds farmers grow?In this episode of Something Bigger Show by Rodrigo Canelas, Dr. Vandana Shiva, Indian environmental activist and founder of Navdanya …

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   What happens when corporations start controlling the seeds farmers grow?In this episode of Something Bigger Show by Rodrigo Canelas, Dr. Vandana Shiva, Indian environmental activist and founder of Navdanya, talks about her 40-year fight to protect Indian farmers, native seeds, and our food system.With a PhD in quantum theory, she chose a path beyond science and entered the fight to protect nature. Her work took her from studying the impact of the Green Revolution to challenging corporate control over agriculture.She explains why Indian farmers are trapped in debt, how chemical-intensive farming affects agriculture, and why she challenged Monsanto over seed patents and corporate ownership of seeds.Dr. Shiva also shares how she founded Navdanya to conserve native seeds and promote biodiversity, why seeds should remain part of our shared heritage, and what the food on our plates tells us about the people who grow it.But this conversation is about more than farming. It explores greed, courage, nature, and the choice to live for something bigger than money and power.In this conversation, we discuss:- Dr. Vandana Shiva’s journey from quantum physics to environmental activism- The Green Revolution and its impact on Indian agriculture- Why Indian farmers are trapped in debt- Monsanto, seed patents, and the fight over seed ownership- Navdanya and the movement to save India's native seeds- How corporate agriculture affects farmers and the food system- Why seeds are our shared heritage, not just a business asset- What farmers deserve for the food they grow- How to stand up for what you believe in without fear- Why protecting nature is essential to our futureTimestamps00:00 – How Dr. Vandana Shiva Changed Rodrigo’s Life01:09 – What 40 Years of Activism Can Teach Us01:50 – Why a Quantum Physicist Started Saving Seeds04:19 – The Green Revolution and the Roots of Violence06:30 – What the Chipko Movement Taught Her About Nature09:19 – Why She Chose Service Over Money and Power13:31 – How Greed Changed Our Relationship With Nature17:05 – How Agriculture Became a Money-Making Machine18:01 – Why Indian Farmers Are Trapped in Debt19:38 – The Real Cost of the Food on Our Plates20:06 – Why She Started Navdanya20:26 – The Woman Who Bargained Over One Rupee22:00 – What Seeds Represent: Past, Present and Future23:20 – Why She Named Her Movement Navdanya26:02 – The Fight Against Monsanto and Seed Patents29:29 – Where Her Courage and Determination Come From30:47 – The Woman Who Taught Her to Bounce Back34:13 – Her Advice to Anyone Afraid to Make a Difference36:45 – No Greed and No Fear in My Life38:06 – What Nature Can Teach Us39:45 – Dr. Vandana Shiva’s Final MessageIf you want to understand the challenges facing Indian farmers, the debate around Monsanto and seed patents, and who controls the seeds behind our food, watch the full conversation.Subscribe to Something Bigger Show by Rodrigo Canelas for meaningful conversations on India, spirituality, purpose, and the questions that shape how we live.#VandanaShiva #IndianFarmers #Monsanto #Navdanya #IndianAgriculture #SeedSovereignty #FoodSecurity #SomethingBiggerShow✅ Subscribe To Our Other YouTube Channels:Something Bigger Show Clips: https://www.youtube.com/@UCJTXqkdrvYel4doPKcv7uAgFollow Rodrigo on Social Media:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rodrigocanelas?igsh=MTluMXdiMmt3eTIxaA==https://www.instagram.com/somethingbiggershowTwitter/X: @rodrigocanelas / https://x.com/rodrigo_canelas?s=11Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rodrigocanelas/Let's keep evolving together.

4. I Left the Army to Be a Mother. Then I Lost My Identity ft. Capt. (Dr) Sunaina Singh

   07.10.20261 Std. 15 Min.Als Nächstes

   What happens when a woman spends years building her own identity, only to suddenly be known as someone’s wife, someone’s mother, or the person who is expected to adjust?In this episode of Something Bigger …

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   What happens when a woman spends years building her own identity, only to suddenly be known as someone’s wife, someone’s mother, or the person who is expected to adjust?In this episode of Something Bigger, Rodrigo Canelas sits with Capt. (Dr.) Sunaina Singh, a former Indian Army officer, psychologist, professor, sports psychologist and mother, for a deeply personal conversation about identity, motherhood, career, responsibility, ego and what it really means to choose your own life.Sunaina was the first woman from her village in Belarkha, Haryana to join the Indian Army. She served for 10 years, played handball at the national level, earned a PhD in Psychology and an MBA in HR, and later returned to teaching at Delhi University.But her most difficult battles were not necessarily on the field or in uniform.She opens up about the identity crisis she experienced after leaving the Army, becoming a wife and later becoming a mother. At one point, she says, “Captain Sunaina was someone’s wife.” After growing up with an identity built around her own achievements, that transition forced her to ask a difficult question: Who am I when my old identity is gone?The conversation also challenges the way we think about women and the word “compromise.” Sunaina believes that constantly thinking about what we have compromised can drain our energy, while taking responsibility can give us energy and meaning.From the Indian Army, she learned another powerful lesson: there is no “I”, only “we.” The Army taught her to put ego aside, adapt to difficult situations, accept responsibility and understand that both victories and failures belong to the team.This conversation is especially for women who have ever felt caught between career and family, ambition and motherhood, independence and responsibility. But it also goes beyond women. It is ultimately about how we make decisions, deal with our ego, adapt to life and take responsibility for the choices we make.In this episode:00:00 – When being a woman becomes about adjusting03:35 – Why gender should never decide your competence03:46 – Why Sunaina joined the Indian Army09:08 – Courage, moral responsibility and the lessons of the Army09:31 – How the Army works on your ego10:01 – Why the Army replaces “I” with “We”12:01 – Entering the Army with confidence and a big ego25:35 – Making difficult life decisions26:03 – The identity crisis after leaving the Army26:10 – “Captain Sunaina was someone’s wife”26:17 – What happens when you lose the identity you built31:24 – Finding her identity again42:47 – The unseen life of Army wives and mothers43:15 – Adaptability, motherhood and life as an Army wife47:09 – Why motherhood was not a compromise for her47:44 – What the Armed Forces taught her about responsibility48:54 – Why everything we do should come from responsibility49:14 – Stop calling every difficult choice a compromise51:34 – Responsibility, family, country and starting with the basics52:22 – How your daily choices shape your life54:46 – Why human connection and emotions matter55:41 – “How do you stay happy?”01:00:45 – Why human feelings matter in education01:05:38 – Why today’s generation is overwhelmed with information01:05:47 – The generation that is losing emotional connection01:08:15 – Growing up without letting gender define you#IndianArmy #IndianWomen #WomenEmpowerment #Motherhood #WomenInArmy #WomenAndCareer✅ Subscribe To Our Other YouTube Channels:Something Bigger Show Clips: https://www.youtube.com/@UCJTXqkdrvYel4doPKcv7uAgFollow Rodrigo on Social Media:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rodrigocanelas?igsh=MTluMXdiMmt3eTIxaA==https://www.instagram.com/somethingbiggershowTwitter/X: @rodrigocanelas / https://x.com/rodrigo_canelas?s=11Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rodrigocanelas/Let's keep evolving together.

5. Neem Karoli Baba Scolded Me on My 13th Birthday ft. Dr. Nirmal Chandra Mungali

   29.09.20261 Std. 56 Min.Als Nächstes

   What if you saw Neem Karoli Baba in the middle of a desperate journey to save your daughter?Dr. Nirmal Chandra Mungali shares the Neem Karoli Baba experience he has never been able to fully explain.In this …

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   What if you saw Neem Karoli Baba in the middle of a desperate journey to save your daughter?Dr. Nirmal Chandra Mungali shares the Neem Karoli Baba experience he has never been able to fully explain.In this episode of Something Bigger With Rodrigo Canelas, Dr. Mungali, a physician from Haldwani and lifelong devotee of Neem Karoli Baba, shares the experiences that shaped his understanding of devotion, love, presence and spirituality.In 1985, his six-year-old daughter suddenly began losing consciousness. While rushing to the hospital, Dr. Mungali stopped at a gas station. It was there, he says, that he saw Neem Karoli Baba’s half-bust in the air and spoke to him.What happened next at the hospital was only the beginning.A week later, Dr. Mungali took his daughter to Kainchi. When she saw Neem Karoli Baba’s photograph, she said something that left him stunned.But this was not his first unforgettable experience with Baba.Dr. Mungali takes us back to when he was just 13 years old, when a birthday visit to Neem Karoli Baba turned into an experience he could not understand at the time. He recalls being publicly scolded, refusing to return, feeling an unbearable weight on his shoulder and eventually throwing his coins into the valley in anger.Twenty years later, a story about love suddenly gave him a way to understand what had happened.The conversation goes beyond stories of Neem Karoli Baba into questions that are much harder to explain:What is the difference between love and devotion?Can an experience give you an answer without words?Why do some moments only make sense years later?What does it mean to feel someone's presence after they have left the physical body?And what happens when something cannot be understood intellectually, but can only be experienced?Dr. Mungali also shares his thoughts on Ram Dass, Krishna Das, mysticism, serendipity, transformation and what it means to tap into “Something Bigger.”Chapters00:00 – Introduction01:01 – Why a date from 41 years ago still matters01:35 – The hailstorm that changed everything04:26 – His daughter suddenly loses consciousness08:08 – “I saw Neem Karoli Baba in the air”09:04 – “I will not let you sit on the takat in peace”10:55 – Finding his daughter cold and unconscious12:19 – The desperate attempt to save her18:44 – “Baba, does he live here?”20:00 – The moment everything connected24:00 – “How could I do that to him?”24:56 – Love vs devotion26:22 – Ram Dass, Krishna Das and being “called”35:56 – Can an answer exist without words?41:16 – When he first understood “something else”44:22 – Age 13: walking to the temple in a thunderstorm51:16 – Being publicly scolded by Neem Karoli Baba56:07 – Refusing to return58:52 – The unbearable weight on his shoulder01:00:56 – Throwing his coins into the valley01:04:00 – The box of sweets that appeared01:08:33 – Suddenly, there was no weight01:13:55 – Twenty years later, everything made sense01:19:16 – “He is not weight. He is my love.”01:20:08 – Love and devotion01:26:32 – Why transformation happens beyond words01:45:47 – Is Neem Karoli Baba still here?01:52:32 – A closing blessing on Krishna’s birthdayWatch the full conversation with Dr. Nirmal Chandra Mungali to explore his experiences with Neem Karoli Baba, Kainchi Dham, Krishna Das, Ram Dass, devotion, mysticism, love, presence and serendipity.#NeemKaroliBaba #DrNirmalMungali #KainchiDham #KrishnaDas #RamDass #Spirituality #Mysticism #Devotion #SomethingBigger✅ Subscribe To Our Other YouTube Channels:Something Bigger Show Clips: https://www.youtube.com/@UCJTXqkdrvYel4doPKcv7uAgFollow Rodrigo on Social Media:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rodrigocanelas?igsh=MTluMXdiMmt3eTIxaA==https://www.instagram.com/somethingbiggershowTwitter/X: @rodrigocanelas / https://x.com/rodrigo_canelas?s=11Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rodrigocanelas/Let's keep evolving together.

6. I Thought I Was in Control. Then I Understood Surrender ft. Maa Gyaan Suveera

   23.09.202659 Min.Als Nächstes

   What happens when you stop trying to control everything? Maa Gyaan Suveera explains how to let go, trust life and stay calm, without giving up on your work or family.Stressed about the future, bills, boss and …

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   What happens when you stop trying to control everything? Maa Gyaan Suveera explains how to let go, trust life and stay calm, without giving up on your work or family.Stressed about the future, bills, boss and things you can't control? In this episode of Something Bigger, Rodrigo Canelas sits with Maa Gyaan Suveera, a teacher of Indian philosophy and Vedanta, on the banks of the Ganga. They talk about surrender, the flow of life, Maya Jaal, gratitude, and a simple morning and evening practice you can start today.What you'll learn- Why you feel stressed even when life is fine- How to surrender without giving up or sitting idle- Why we try to control the future, and how to plan without over-planning- What Maya Jaal really means, and why bills, EMIs and family feel so real- How gratitude dissolves ego- A simple morning routine: lamp, breathwork and your own prayer- An evening practice: review your day, seek forgiveness and sleep in gratitude- The "middle path" for people with real responsibilitiesTimestamps0:00 Cold open1:00 The best podcast studio in the world1:35 Shanti mantra3:24 Feeling watched by an unseen power6:12 Surrender: where we left off7:15 The boat and paddle: when to act, when to let go10:28 Three types of people and the flow of life13:14 Your presence isn't even required15:48 Swim in the Ganga or sit on the bank16:25 Why we try to control life17:43 Plan the outline, don't paint the colours20:02 What flow of life means for a working person in Mumbai or Delhi21:05 Maya Jaal explained: the invisible net23:00 How to stay in the flow while playing your role25:29 The flow lets you fulfil your responsibilities27:54 How gratitude dissolves ego31:54 The curd (dahi) lesson: when to plan, when to let go33:19 How do I know when to plan and when to let go?34:49 Why a daily routine matters36:00 Any faith, same flow of life37:36 How preparation makes the day graceful39:05 Morning upasana: light a lamp40:53 Breathwork and pranayama42:27 Write your own prayer44:10 Head on the ground: surrendering the ego45:01 Evening practice: review your day and seek forgiveness47:46 Sleep in gratitude48:40 Rodrigo's own morning routine50:06 Don't overplan: the boat seat lesson51:29 Navigating unrealistic deadlines at work with ease53:17 The middle path for people with responsibilities54:22 Catch yourself controlling, and relax55:35 Step back from the controlling system57:06 Key takeawaysIf you've been trying to control every outcome, constantly planning the future, or struggling to let go, this conversation offers a different way to look at life, surrender, and trust.Watch the full conversation and ask yourself: what happens when you stop trying to control the flow of life?#FlowOfLife #Surrender #MaaGyaanSuveera #LetGo #Spirituality🎧 Listen To The Rodrigo Canelas Podcast On Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/5jpwQGFufkL77o6nu3R4dS?si=phntdXUaQq28vyfBl388AA✅ Subscribe To Our Other YouTube Channels:Something Bigger Show Clips: https://www.youtube.com/@UCJTXqkdrvYel4doPKcv7uAgFollow Rodrigo on Social Media:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rodrigocanelas?igsh=MTluMXdiMmt3eTIxaA==https://www.instagram.com/somethingbiggershowTwitter/X: @rodrigocanelas / https://x.com/rodrigo_canelas?s=11Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rodrigocanelas/Let's keep evolving together.

7. Are We Getting Sex Completely Wrong? | Dr. Neha Mehta

   16.09.20261 Std. 40 Min.Als Nächstes

   Why are relationships and marriages failing today? Is it really about sex, or is something deeper missing?In this episode of Something Bigger With Rodrigo Canelas, Rodrigo sits down with Dr. Neha Mehta, a …

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   Why are relationships and marriages failing today? Is it really about sex, or is something deeper missing?In this episode of Something Bigger With Rodrigo Canelas, Rodrigo sits down with Dr. Neha Mehta, a relationship counsellor who has worked with thousands of people, for an honest conversation about sex, intimacy, emotional connection, marriage, communication, and affairs.From declining sexual intimacy and mismatched desire to emotional disconnection and extramarital affairs, this conversation explores what can quietly go wrong inside a relationship and why couples often struggle to talk about it.Dr. Neha explains why emotional connection can be the foundation of physical intimacy, how feeling heard and valued can affect desire, and why simply being physically present with your partner may not be enough.The conversation also explores:• Why couples lose sexual desire over time• How emotional disconnection affects physical intimacy• Why communication matters in a relationship• What can lead to extramarital affairs• The role of feeling heard, understood and valued• Sexual expectations and fantasies within marriage• Differences in how generations approach sex and relationships• How couples can start having difficult conversations about intimacy• What to do when attraction or desire changes in a long-term relationshipThis is an open conversation about the parts of relationships that many couples experience but rarely discuss honestly.Watch the full episode and join the conversation.Timestamps:00:00 Introduction01:44 Is it normal to lose sexual desire in a relationship?07:28 Why do people have extramarital affairs?08:22 Emotional connection and feeling heard11:21 Why are premarital and extramarital relationships becoming more openly discussed?14:34 What should you do when something is missing in a relationship?15:25 Is Gen Z having less sex?17:14 Intimacy, connection and modern relationships20:44 When partners struggle to connect and communicate23:04 Talking openly about sexual health and common sexual concerns29:28 When a marriage isn't working: what brings couples to therapy?36:38 The importance of checking in with your partner38:05 Why couples need to talk things out39:42 Understanding arousal, attraction and emotional connection40:52 How emotional connection can improve sexual intimacy48:18 How couples can talk about sex, pleasure and fears59:45 How thoughts, emotions and connection shape sexual intimacy01:00:49 Sexual expectations, experience and feedback01:11:54 Breaking the beliefs that shape sexual desire01:14:11 Being mindful of expectations in relationships01:17:11 Different types of intimacy and why they matter01:20:49 When emotional connection with a partner starts to disappear01:30:34 Exploring pleasure, sexual wellbeing and intimacy01:36:27 Love, relationships and the possibility of connectionIf you've ever wondered why emotional connection fades, why sexual intimacy changes, or why couples struggle to communicate about sex and relationships, this conversation is worth watching.New episodes of Something Bigger drop every week. Subscribe and tell us in the comments: what's the one thing you wish your partner understood about intimacy?#Relationships #Marriage #Intimacy #SexualHealth #RelationshipAdvice #Affairs #EmotionalConnection #DrNehaMehta #SomethingBigger #RodrigoCanelas🎧 Listen To The Rodrigo Canelas Podcast On Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/5jpwQGF...✅ Subscribe To Our Other YouTube Channels:Something Bigger Show Clips: / @somethingbiggerclips Follow Rodrigo on Social Media:Instagram: / rodrigocane. . / somethingbiggershow Twitter/X: @rodrigocanelas / https://x.com/rodrigo_canelas?s=11LinkedIn: / rodrigocanelas Let's keep evolving together.
   

8. The 3-Minute Acupressure Rule For Stress, Sleep & Digestion ft. Yogacharya Umang Tyagi

   10.09.202655 Min.Als Nächstes

   The 3-minute acupressure rule could change how you approach pain, stress, and healing, and almost nobody talks about it.In this episode of Something Bigger with Rodrigo Canelas, Yogacharya Umang Tyagi breaks …

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   The 3-minute acupressure rule could change how you approach pain, stress, and healing, and almost nobody talks about it.In this episode of Something Bigger with Rodrigo Canelas, Yogacharya Umang Tyagi breaks down the world of acupressure, yoga, pranayama, breathwork, mudras, and mind-body connection, starting with the palm's "correspondent system," where your entire body is mapped onto your hand.About the guest: Yogacharya Umang Tyagi is a millennial yoga acharya with a master's in Yoga Science from Patanjali University and a PhD scholar in the field. Certified in energy healing and acupressure, he has worked with 5,000+ clients and hosts the Spotify podcast "Yoga Philosophy for Everyday Living." He explains how acupressure traditions map different parts of the body onto the palm, why some practitioners use pressure points for specific concerns, and why the 3-minute rule is important when practicing acupressure.We also explore the science and practice of breath awareness, alternate nostril breathing (Nadi Shodhana Pranayama), Vayu Mudra, sleep, digestion, stress, meditation, and the importance of observing your body.In this conversation, you’ll learn about:• Acupressure points on the palm and their traditional body correspondences• The 3-minute acupressure rule• Vayu Mudra for gas and digestive discomfort• Acupressure points for stress and relaxation• Alternate nostril breathing and breath awareness• How awareness can change the way you experience your body• Yoga, meditation, and building a daily wellness practiceWatch the full conversation and learn how to become more aware of your breath, body, and mind.Time Stamps:00:00 The power of breath, vibration and awareness01:13 5 acupressure points you should know02:23 Your entire body mapped on your palm05:15 Eye, ear and stomach points05:48 Vayu Mudra for gas and digestive discomfort07:01 Heart, liver and navel points09:18 The 3-minute acupressure rule12:33 Acupressure for back pain14:00 Acupressure points for stress17:00 Why breath is central to yoga20:00 Right vs left nostril breathing21:33 Why Yogacharya Umang recommends sleeping on your left side23:48 Pranayama for stress, sleep and overthinking29:00 Breathing, sound and vibration30:00 A simple humming practice35:00 How the mind searches for information37:00 Breath, energy and the body38:00 Mind-body healing and visualization47:00 How long does it take to build awareness?49:00 The eight limbs of yoga50:00 Dhyana, concentration and meditation51:20 Breath meditation and body scanning54:00 Starting yoga, pranayama and meditationDISCLAIMER: This conversation is for educational and informational purposes only. The practices and claims discussed by the guest represent his views and traditional practices and should not be considered medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Acupressure, yoga, or breathing practices should not replace professional medical care. If you have a medical condition, persistent pain, chest pain, breathing difficulty, or other concerning symptoms, consult a qualified healthcare professional.If you're looking to understand acupressure points, pranayama breathing techniques, or how to build a daily yoga and meditation practice, this episode is for you.#Acupressure #Pranayama #Yoga #Breathwork #Meditation #YogacharyaUmang #AcupressurePoints #NadiShodhana #VayuMudra #MindBodyConnection🎧 Listen To The Rodrigo Canelas Podcast On Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/5jpwQGF...✅ Subscribe To Our Other YouTube Channels:Something Bigger Show Clips: / @somethingbiggerclips Follow Rodrigo on Social Media:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rodrigocane... / somethingbiggershow Twitter/X: @rodrigocanelas / https://x.com/rodrigo_canelas?s=11LinkedIn: / rodrigocanelas Let's keep evolving together.

9. Can Your Mind Actually Help You Fight Cancer? ft. Dr. Jamal A. Khan

   24.08.20261 Std. 25 Min.Als Nächstes

   What if cancer treatment is not only about attacking cancer cells, but also about teaching the immune system to recognize and fight them?On Something Bigger With Rodrigo Canelas, we sit down with Dr. Jamal A …

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   What if cancer treatment is not only about attacking cancer cells, but also about teaching the immune system to recognize and fight them?On Something Bigger With Rodrigo Canelas, we sit down with Dr. Jamal A. Khan, a medical microbiologist and pioneer of dendritic cell-based cancer immunotherapy in India, to explore how cancer develops, how the immune system responds, and where immunotherapy fits into the larger picture of cancer treatment.Most people believe cancer is a genetic sentence, or the inevitable result of a "bad" lifestyle. Dr. Khan challenges both assumptions with clinical clarity. Fewer than 10% of cancers are genetic, he explains, and even carrying a cancer-forming gene doesn't mean you'll develop the disease. What most people never hear is that both you and I already carry cancer cells right now; the difference between health and disease is whether the immune system recognizes and clears them in time. What you'll discover:* Why cancer develops even in people who appear extremely health-conscious, and the roles genetics, stress, obesity, diet, smoking, and alcohol may play.* What happens to the immune system as cancer progresses* How dendritic cell therapy works* The difference between chemotherapy and immunotherapy* Why early cancer detection can dramatically change treatment possibilities* Why stress and lifestyle factors enter the conversation around cancer and the immune system.This conversation isn't just about cancer. It's about how fear, stigma, and the stories we tell ourselves shape outcomes as powerfully as any diagnosis and about the quiet, daily choices that determine whether our own bodies protect us or betray us. Dr. Khan's message cuts through decades of dread with something rare in oncology: hope grounded entirely in science.Before you let fear make the decision for you, ask yourself one question: how much of what you believe about cancer is actually true?Time Stamps:(0:00) – Introduction(1:12) – Why This Conversation Is Deeply Personal for Rodrigo(1:44) – The Grandmother's Cancer That Shaped a 30-Year Mission(3:00) – Treating 20,000 Patients: How the Clinics Actually Work(3:41) – How Do You Emotionally Carry This Much Suffering?(4:54) – Why Cancer Devastates the Whole Family, Not Just the Patient(8:55) – The Liver Cancer Patient Who Had a Baby After Treatment(14:11) – Why Experimental Treatments Are Offered Too Late(17:07) – Why Cancer Cases Are Rising Despite Scientific Progress(19:03) – Which Cancers Are Actually Preventable—And How(20:04) – Why Village Women Get Less Cancer Than City Professionals(20:44) – The Real Split Between Genetic and Preventable Cancer(23:19) – Why We Develop Cancer: The Power of Cell Multiplication(25:44) – The Nobel Prize Winner Who Died of the Cancer He Studied(27:03) – Why Cancer Should Never Be Treated as a Business(27:43) – Two Identical Patients, Two Opposite Outcomes — Why?(29:14) – How Chemotherapy Gives the Immune System a Second Chance(35:00) – The Hidden Danger of Short, Daily Stress(37:01) – How Stress Silently Shuts Down Your Immune System(41:09) – The Number One Cancer in India—And Why(43:17) – The Hardest Cancer to Treat(44:01) – The Most Survivable Cancer When Caught Early(46:01) – Breast Cancer: The Two Things Every Woman Should Do(47:49) – How Often You Actually Need a Mammogram(49:52) – The 3-Week Rule That Could Save Your Life(50:42) – Why We Dangerously Normalize Warning Signs#CancerAwareness #Immunotherapy #Health #CancerPrevention #WellnessWatch the full episode!

10. Why Does Manifestation Work For Some People & Not Others? ft. Dr. Amiett Kumar

    17.08.20261 Std. 25 Min.Als Nächstes

    What if the life you’re trying to manifest isn’t actually the life you want?In this episode of Something Bigger with Rodrigo Canelas, Rodrigo sits down with Dr. Amiett Kumar, one of India’s most-followed Law of …

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    What if the life you’re trying to manifest isn’t actually the life you want?In this episode of Something Bigger with Rodrigo Canelas, Rodrigo sits down with Dr. Amiett Kumar, one of India’s most-followed Law of Attraction and Manifestation coaches, to explore what manifestation really looks like beyond vision boards, affirmations, and wishful thinking.Dr. Amiett Kumar is the founder of Readers Books Club, a TEDx speaker, author and creator with more than 3.3 million YouTube subscribers. With 19+ years of experience exploring personal growth, manifestation, and consciousness, he has built a movement around what he calls “The Science Divine.”But this conversation goes much deeper than simply asking, “How do I manifest what I want?”Dr. Amiett shares why many of us are chasing borrowed dreams, how to figure out what we genuinely want, and why the first step may be going back to your roots rather than setting a bigger goal.They also explore the connection between meditation, mindfulness, and manifestation, and why being fully present may matter more than simply repeating an affirmation 100 times. He explains how reading transformed his own life, how he went from struggling with communication and self-belief to building a massive platform around books and manifestation, and why he considers reading and meditation two of the most important habits in his life.The conversation also challenges some deeply ingrained beliefs about success, failure, and struggle, including the idea that pain is somehow mandatory before achievement.This conversation isn't just about manifestation; it's about the invisible programming that runs almost every decision you make, and whether you're actually living your own life or a borrowed version of someone else's. It's about presence, discipline, the courage to change direction without calling yourself a failure, and the uncomfortable truth that the "drama in your head" may be the only thing standing between you and everything you say you want.Before you continue scrolling, ask yourself one question: are the dreams you're chasing even yours? Hit play and find out.Time Stamps:(0:00) – "Am I Becoming God?"(1:08) – The 100-Rupee Book That Changed Everything(5:22) – "Everything Happens Twice" — Einstein's Hidden Law(6:40) – Why You Can't Reprogram Your Subconscious Alone(8:00) – 82 Dreams Ticked Off — The Diary He Never Changes(9:40) – The Real Reason Manifestation Was Working(11:20) – Why A Distracted Mind Can Never Manifest(12:03) – Multitasking Is The Lie You Were Sold(16:15) – "Who Told You Pain Comes Before Success?"(29:53) – Why Borrowed Dreams Can Never Be Felt(43:47) – The Woman Who Kept Marrying The Same Pattern(47:04) – The Grey-Eyed Baby She Manifested(51:28) – The Paper-And-Pen Exercise To Expose Your Limiting Beliefs(55:22) – "Stop Searching For Your Passion"(59:53) – Why You Should Never Put A Price On Your Dream(1:00:21) – The Five Whys That Reveal What You Actually Want(1:03:09) – Advice For The Confused 20-Somethings(1:09:50) – Emotions: Why You Must Lower The Dream To Feel It(1:11:37) – The Man Who Manifested A Promotion In 6 Months(1:14:31) – Belief: Why You Have To Feel You Deserve It#Manifestation #Mindset #LawOfAttraction #PersonalGrowth #SomethingBiggerIf this conversation makes you think differently about your dreams, share it with someone who needs to hear it.

11. Combat, Kashmir & Discipline: Special Forces Survival Mindset ft. Col Shivender Kanwar (Retd.)

    13.08.20261 Std. 18 Min.Als Nächstes

    In this raw and unfiltered episode of Something Bigger With Rodrigo Canelas, Rodrigo sits down with Col. Shivender Pratap Singh Kanwar (Retd.), an Army officer who spent over seven years commanding troops in …

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    In this raw and unfiltered episode of Something Bigger With Rodrigo Canelas, Rodrigo sits down with Col. Shivender Pratap Singh Kanwar (Retd.), an Army officer who spent over seven years commanding troops in the Parachute Regiment (Special Forces) inside some of the most dangerous counter-terrorism zones in Jammu and Kashmir. This is not a sanitized war story; it's an unflinching account of what it actually takes to hunt, survive, and eventually walk away from a life built entirely around combat.Most people who romanticize special forces life imagine helicopter extractions and clean, cinematic missions. What Col. Kanwar reveals is the opposite: real operations are built on months of quiet, grinding intelligence work, recruiting a terrified informant, teaching an uneducated grandmother in her sixties to operate a hidden radio, waiting weeks for a single call that might never come. The actual firefight, when it finally happens, is often over in four or five seconds. Everything else the six months of sleepless nights, the canceled leave, the fear that a source's cover is blown is the part nobody tells you about. And when the target finally surrenders, starving and down to his last bullet, the moral clarity of "good versus evil" collapses into something far more human and far more complicated.The episode moves through territory rarely discussed this openly: the psychological toll of constant threat-readiness, the strange intimacy of chasing the same man for a year and a half only to sit across from him afterward and ask "where were you all this time," and the uncomfortable truth that many recruited terrorists are driven less by ideology than by money and family pressure. There's a story about a district commander who had aimed his rifle at point-blank range and chose not to fire and lived to explain why, years later, as a prisoner. There's the account of three brothers from the same house split across the army, the police, and the militancy. And there's a candid look at what happens to a soldier's body and mind after nearly a decade with barely a break from the field: the cigarettes, the drinking, the identity built entirely around the next mission and what it took to walk away from all of it in 2022 and rebuild a life on the other side.This conversation isn't just about combat or counter-terrorism; it's about identity, purpose, and what happens when the structure that gave your life meaning disappears overnight. It's about how people carry extreme experience forward, what "brotherhood" and "responsibility" actually cost, and why some of the most disciplined, driven people struggle hardest with an ordinary civilian life once the mission is gone. Underneath the war stories is a much bigger question about how humans find purpose, endure hardship, and redefine themselves when their old world no longer exists.Before you scroll past this one, ask yourself what you'd actually be willing to endure for something bigger than your own comfort. Hit play and find out what that really looks like.Time Stamps:(0:00) – Introduction(0:24) – What Col. Kanwar Misses Most About Life in Uniform(2:03) – The Addiction Nobody Warns You About: Life After Combat(6:06) – Why Hunting Terrorists Felt Like a "Game" He Couldn't Quit(9:03) – The One Thing That Kept Him Going Through It All(11:00) – What Movies Get Completely Wrong About Special Forces(14:20) – The Real Story: Recruiting a Grandmother as an Informant(21:00) – Six Months, One Phone Call: Inside a Real Manhunt(24:00) – The Bullets No One Talks About(28:00) – The Enemy Who Had Already Aimed at Him and Didn't Shoot(33:30) – Three Brothers, Three Sides: Army, Police, Militant(38:40) – What Actually Drives a Person to Become a Terrorist(43:00) – The Toughest Stretch: When Motivation Runs Out(46:00) – How He Helped Soldiers Overcome Fear(48:00) – Leaving the Uniform Behind and Starting Over
    

12. 3 Signs You're Being Scammed By An Astrologer ft. Deepanshu Giri

    12.08.20261 Std. 17 Min.Als Nächstes

    In this eye-opening episode of Something Bigger with Rodrigo Canelas, we sit down with Deepanshu Giri, founder of Lunar Astro Vedic Academy, bestselling author of Rituals of Happy Soul, and one of India's most …

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    In this eye-opening episode of Something Bigger with Rodrigo Canelas, we sit down with Deepanshu Giri, founder of Lunar Astro Vedic Academy, bestselling author of Rituals of Happy Soul, and one of India's most recognized Vedic astrologers. Having spent years studying planetary charts, ancient texts, and thousands of real-life case studies, he challenges nearly everything popular culture gets wrong about astrology.Most people think astrology is either total nonsense or a magic wand where the right gemstone, the right puja, and good fortune arrive. Deepanshu dismantles both extremes in the first few minutes. Astrology, he says, cannot make you a millionaire if it's not in your chart, and it cannot conjure "good times" out of nowhere. What it can do is deliver consciousness, showing you your red flags, your blind spots, and the patterns that will keep repeating until you see them clearly. He backs this with a claim most astrologers would never admit: when his team ran longevity formulas across 125,000 birth charts, the traditional principles held in less than 8% of cases a number so low it reshaped how he approaches the entire practice, turning him, in his words, into "more of a data engineer than an astrologer."The conversation moves through territory rarely discussed this openly. Deepanshu breaks down why five minutes can separate two completely different life paths (using the Newtonian idea of space-time to explain planetary micro-charts), why he believes karma from your parents' actions literally shows up in your birth chart, and how Mahatma Gandhi's difficult Saturn placement became the very engine of his greatest transformation through conscious deprivation rather than resistance.This conversation isn't just about astrology or ancient prediction systems. It's about the deeper, uncomfortable question of how much of our lives is genuinely a choice, and how much is conditioning we've never paused to examine. Deepanshu's core message cuts through both blind belief and blind dismissal: the value isn't in prophecy; it's in the clarity to finally see yourself honestly enough to change what's actually within your control.Before you dismiss this as fate, or chase it as magic, ask yourself how much of your life right now is a conscious choice, and how much is just conditioning you've never questioned?Time Stamps:(0:00) – Introduction(2:09) – The Biggest Myth: Why Astrology Cannot Make You a Millionaire(3:08) – A Real Chart Example: What Makes Certain Scandals Inevitable(4:37) – Why Royal Marriages Share the Exact Same Planetary Combination(5:34) – The Real Job of an Astrologer: Delivering Red Flags, Not Comfort(6:59) – How Mahatma Gandhi Turned His Hardest Planet Into His Greatest Strength(11:04) – Can You Really Change What's in Your Chart?(13:34) – Testing Astrology Like a Scientist: The 125,000-Chart Study(15:20) – Why Charts Change Every Two Minutes(15:57) – How Your Parents' Karma Literally Shows Up in Your Chart(16:22) – The Grandmother's Devotion That Shaped Three Generations(21:20) – The Designer Who Was Wasting Her Life Running Factories(25:12) – King Farouk of Egypt and the Fortune That Couldn't Last(25:52) – Where Astrology's Ancient Wisdom Actually Comes From(27:52) – The Real Difference Between Reading a Text and Understanding It(28:52) – How He Learned to Read a Billionaire's Chart Like Bill Gates(30:52) – The Two Real Reasons Anyone Ever Comes to an Astrologer(32:00) – Why Astrology Answers Are Changing in the Age of Same-Sex Marriage and Green Cards(33:09) – Why Three Astrologers Can Give You Three Completely Different Answers(34:47) – The Lost Qualities of a "Proper" Astrologer, According to Ancient Texts(40:52) – The Corrupt Practice That Breaks His Heart Most(41:33) – Why He Refuses to Ever Sell a Gemstone(45:57) – The Remedy That Works and the Ones That Are Pure Theater(50:11) – The Abuse Survivor Told to Leave Everything Behind, Starting Today

13. How to Sleep Better: Timing, Regularity, Caffeine & Screens ft. Dr Manvir Bhatia

    11.08.202655 Min.Als Nächstes

    In this eye-opening episode of Something Bigger With Rodrigo Canelas, we sit down with Dr. Manvir Bhatia, Senior Neurologist and Sleep Specialist with over 40 years of clinical experience, Director of the …

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    In this eye-opening episode of Something Bigger With Rodrigo Canelas, we sit down with Dr. Manvir Bhatia, Senior Neurologist and Sleep Specialist with over 40 years of clinical experience, Director of the Neurology and Sleep Centre in Hauz Khas, New Delhi, and a specialist affiliated with the Department of Sleep Medicine at Max Hospital. Together, we explore one of the most overlooked aspects of modern life: sleep. This conversation will make you rethink the hours you spend, or fail to spend, asleep and how they impact your brain, body, and long-term health. Most people think of sleep as a passive afterthought, something you catch up on over the weekend, or trade away for one more hour of productivity. Dr. Bhatia dismantles that idea with numbers that are hard to ignore: 1 billion people worldwide have sleep apnea, and roughly 100 million of them are in India alone, with up to 50 million classified as moderate to severe. She reveals a phenomenon she now sees daily in patients in their late 30s and early 40s: a hyper-aroused, "tired but wired" brain that simply won't shut off at night, driven by always-on phones, stretched-out work hours, and a nervous system stuck permanently in fight-or-flight. The consequences aren't cosmetic. Poor sleep is now linked to high blood pressure that resists medication, pre-diabetes, atrial fibrillation, weight gain driven by disrupted hunger hormones, worsening depression, and even a measurable rise in the amyloid proteins associated with Alzheimer's disease because, as she explains, your brain has its own overnight cleaning system, and it only turns on when you're properly asleep.She introduces circadian biology and the real reason your body clock gets desynchronized: cortisol pushed late into the night by screens and stress, and melatonin suppressed by artificial light, leaving people wide awake at 2 or 3 a.m. even when they're "getting their eight hours." She reveals a strikingly simple, science-backed fix: morning sunlight is more effective at protecting your night's sleep than any blue-light blocking glasses. She breaks down why coffee's half-life means your 4 p.m. cup is still active in your bloodstream past midnight, why wearable sleep trackers are only reliably accurate for onset and wake times (and can be 10–15% off on deeper metrics), and why some of her most difficult patients are the ones who've simply normalized feeling exhausted for so long they no longer believe better is possible. She also shares a case of a man whose entire personality irritability, social withdrawal, rising blood pressure reversed within eight weeks, without medication, simply by fixing his sleep schedule.This conversation isn't just about sleep. It's about the foundation underneath every other goal you're chasing: your focus, your patience with the people you love, your metabolic health, your risk of disease decades from now. Before you reach for another cup of coffee to survive the afternoon, ask yourself: is the problem your schedule, or is it your sleep?Time Stamps:(3:35) – The Wearable Device That Shocked Her Into Action(4:33) – The Hidden Signs You're Sleep Deprived Without Knowing It(7:51) – What Really Worries Her About This New Generation of Sleepers(11:49) – The Slippery Slope From "Just One Pill" to a Dangerous Cycle(13:18) – The Startling Link Between Sleep Medication and Dementia(20:44) – How Many Hours of Sleep Do You Actually Need?(23:36) – Why Some People Have Secretly Normalized Feeling Exhausted(26:30) – Why Your 4 P.M. Coffee Is Still in Your System at Midnight(28:27) – Are Sleep Trackers Actually Accurate? The Surprising Answer(42:15) – The Overlap Between Depression and Sleep Apnea Almost Nobody Catches(45:08) – The 5 Questions Every Doctor Should Ask About Your Sleep(45:38) – What Actually Causes Snoring (And Why It's Not Always Weight)(51:42) – Why Room Temperature and Darkness Matter More Than You Think(54:34) – Her Final Message: Stop Taking Sleep for Granted

14. God Won't Save you! The Law of Karma Nobody Explains Properly: Black, Red & White Seeds ft. Maa Gyaan Suveera

    10.08.20261 Std. 10 Min.Als Nächstes

    In this profoundly reflective episode of Something Bigger With Rodrigo Canelas, we sit down with Maa Gyaan Suveera — a spiritual teacher whose entire life has been shaped by an unwavering, decades-deep …

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    In this profoundly reflective episode of Something Bigger With Rodrigo Canelas, we sit down with Maa Gyaan Suveera — a spiritual teacher whose entire life has been shaped by an unwavering, decades-deep commitment to surrender — for a conversation that redefines one of the most misunderstood words in spirituality.Most people think surrender means giving up, losing control, or accepting defeat. Maa Gyaan Suveera dismantles that idea completely. She reveals that surrender isn't the absence of effort — it's the goal every spiritual practice, from meditation to karma yoga, is quietly built to reach. Without it, she says, even the most disciplined pranayama or asana practice delivers only 10% of its potential benefit. What's missing for most people isn't technique. It's the humbling of the ego — the part of us that keeps score, resists what it can't control, and mistakes constant analysis for wisdom. She illustrates this with an unforgettable image: a gardener who ate burnt rice every day with total contentment, never once complaining — a man with no spiritual training who had, without knowing it, mastered complete surrender.The conversation moves through territory that few teachers make this simple. Maa Gyaan Suveera breaks surrender into a threefold path — Bhakti Yoga, Karma Yoga, and Jnana Yoga — and explains why people who practice devotion or hard work alone, without knowledge of cause and effect, are the ones who shatter completely when tragedy strikes. She introduces the law of cause and effect through the concept of the causal body, where every thought and action is recorded as a "seed" — white, red, or black — that shapes your future circumstances long before you notice them arriving. She reveals the radical implication of this law: the people who wronged you were, in some sense, created by your own accumulated karma — which means the only real freedom you have is not to react. She shares her own extraordinary story of a childhood built entirely on unshakable faith rather than rational belief, admitting she was once ready to die rather than abandon her conviction. And she offers one of the most striking metaphors of the conversation: life as a raft moving down a river — you can paddle furiously and feel in control, but the raft is always going to move regardless. The real skill is knowing when to stop paddling.This conversation isn't just about spirituality or Eastern philosophy. It's about the exhausting, universal habit of trying to control outcomes we were never meant to control — in our careers, our relationships, and our own suffering. Maa Gyaan Suveera's teaching cuts through decades of self-help noise with a single, demanding idea: total, unquestioned acceptance of what life brings, paired with full-hearted effort in what you can control, is the only path to actual peace.Time Stamps:(0:00) – Introduction(3:19) – Why Surrender Is the Hidden Goal of Every Spiritual Path(7:56) – What Happens Inside You When You Refuse to Surrender(9:26) – The Gardener Who Ate Burnt Rice With Total Joy(11:41) – Why Perfectionism Is a Sickness, Not a Virtue(15:36) – Why Success Can Make the Ego Even Harder to Let Go Of(16:29) – The Raft Metaphor: You're Not Steering as Much as You Think(19:20) – "Empty Mind Is Devil's Workshop" — Why Work Still Matters(21:51) – The Difference Between Good Ego and Destructive Ego(26:53) – "You Are Employed by God, Not by the Company"(30:52) – Moving From Understanding Surrender to Feeling It(31:56) – The Threefold Path: Bhakti Yoga, Karma Yoga, Jnana Yoga(33:19) – The Yogurt Metaphor That Explains Karma Yoga Perfectly(39:25) – "Was I Ready to Die for My Faith? Yes."(40:12) – The One Belief Everyone Can Develop to Aid Surrender(42:38) – Why Some Suffering Only Feels Mountainous by Comparison(48:00) – Creation, Sustenance, Death — Nature's Unquestioned Cycle(50:19) – How to Surrender Inside a Difficult Relationship

15. How to Talk to Anyone! The FBI trick that makes anyone trust you in under a minute ft. Chris Voss

    25.07.20261 Std. 15 Min.Als Nächstes

    In this fascinating episode of Something Bigger With Rodrigo Canelas, we sit down with Chris Voss; former FBI lead international hostage negotiator, bestselling author of Never Split the Difference, and founder …

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    In this fascinating episode of Something Bigger With Rodrigo Canelas, we sit down with Chris Voss; former FBI lead international hostage negotiator, bestselling author of Never Split the Difference, and founder of the Black Swan Group. What unfolds is a masterclass in the invisible skill that shapes every human interaction you'll ever have and why most people have no idea they're getting it wrong.Here's what nobody tells you about negotiation: it has almost nothing to do with being clever, aggressive, or persuasive. Chris Voss spent decades talking people out of hostage situations, international kidnappings, and terrorist sieges over 150 cases and the single most important thing he discovered wasn't a tactic. It was that every human being on earth, regardless of culture, religion, or background, makes decisions based on the same wiring. Autonomy. Identity. And above all, loss. The fear of what you might lose drives more decisions than the promise of what you might gain. The casinos of Las Vegas are built on a 51% win rate. Voss believes you can trust people 70% of the time. But because loss hits 13 times harder emotionally than it actually occurs, most of us negotiate against ourselves before we ever reach the table.The conversation goes far beyond boardrooms and hostage barricades. Voss demonstrates live, in real time, how tone of voice alone triggers neurochemical responses in the brain, how a two-word observation like "you seem centered" can open someone up more than any question ever could, and why the phrase "I know how you feel" is one of the fastest ways to shut a conversation down. He walks through a three-step grocery store exercise that teaches empathy in under five minutes, reveals why asking "what do you love about what you do" unlocks more than any elevator pitch ever will, and explains the counterintuitive power of calling out negatives before the other person does a technique he calls inoculation. He shares the painful lessons from the Burnham case in the Philippines, where assumptions about cooperation led to tragedy, and why the greatest threat in any negotiation isn't the person across the table it's the team behind them that you can't see.This conversation isn't just about hostage negotiation or closing deals. It's about the invisible dynamics running underneath every relationship you have with your partner, your children, your colleagues, your own ambition. Voss delivers one line that reframes everything: "Intention and impact are two different things." You can mean well and still steal someone's story. You can be exhausted and undo a day's worth of empathy in one sentence. The skill isn't knowing this. The skill is practicing it when you're tired, frustrated, and running on empty.The next time someone asks you how you're doing, pay attention to what you actually say and what you're really asking for.Time Stamps:(1:22) – Why Chris Voss Chose the FBI Over a Normal Career(5:09) – How a Knee Injury Led to His True Calling(9:22) – Why 20 Minutes Was the Maximum for Any Call(13:32) – 150+ Cases: What's Underneath Every Negotiation(14:23) – Autonomy, Identity, and Loss (15:38) – Why People Fear Losing Their Job More (19:25) – How Tone of Voice Triggers Neurochemical Responses in the Brain(21:36) – The Burnham Case: When Cooperation Falls Apart(27:27) – The Agreement Graveyard and Why Signed Deals Die(28:23) – "What Happens If You Do Nothing?"(38:58) – "Seems Like You Got a Place You Want to Start"(40:21) – The Grocery Store Exercise That Teaches Empathy in 5 Minutes(44:31) – "What Do You Love About What You Do?" — The Magic Wand Phrase(49:13) – The #1 Mistake: Stealing Someone's Story Without Knowing It(56:26) – You Can Trust Blindly 70% of the Time(1:00:28) – How to Start Practicing Empathy Today(1:04:40) – Why Your Brain Is 75% Negative (And How to Use That)(1:11:40) – The Hardest Part: Using Empathy When You're Exhausted

16. This Isn't Yoga! A Yoga Teacher's Confession ft. Greesha Dhingra

    23.07.20261 Std. 2 Min.Als Nächstes

    A yoga teacher who's guided thousands of students almost quit everything after motherhood shattered the identity she'd spent years building. In this raw conversation, Greesha Dhingra opens up about postpartum …

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    A yoga teacher who's guided thousands of students almost quit everything after motherhood shattered the identity she'd spent years building. In this raw conversation, Greesha Dhingra opens up about postpartum depression, spiritual burnout, and the midnight breakdown that changed how she teaches and how she sees herself.Most people assume that once you find peace, you keep it. Greesha shatters that assumption in the first few minutes. She reveals how she spent years building an identity around being "the strong one," the go-getter who needed no one, who could handle any storm, only to discover, after motherhood, that this identity was never really her. Her hormones were disrupted, her carefully built sadhana routine collapsed overnight, and the peaceful version of herself she'd spent years cultivating vanished along with it. What followed wasn't clarity; it was conflict. "Oh, but I thought I was calm. Where is that calm now?" This, she explains, is exactly where postpartum depression quietly takes root, not from weakness, but from the gap between who you believed you were for years and who you suddenly are not.The conversation goes even deeper when Greesha admits that spirituality itself became her next trap. The very practices that gave her insight into herself eventually calcified into a new identity, "spiritual Greesha," and when life took that away too, she found herself questioning whether any of it had been real or just another mask. She describes nights of breakdowns with her husband, moments of wanting to quit teaching entirely, and a health crisis rooted in years of anger, poor eating, and intoxication that manifested as severe IBS and sleepless nights until Ayurveda and mindful eating slowly rebuilt her body from the ground up. She shares the story of a woman who found one of her Instagram reels on the edge of ending her life, and how that single moment of connection changed everything. And she teaches a breath-awareness practice rooted in the same principles behind Vipassana and Yoga Nidra that creates the one thing she says matters most: space between you and your mind.This conversation isn't just about yoga or spiritual practice. It's about the universal trap of building an identity around anything: strength, calm, achievement, even enlightenment itself, and the quiet courage it takes to keep letting go of who you thought you were. Greesha's honesty here is rare: most teachers perform certainty. She performs the opposite, and that's exactly why this conversation matters.Ask yourself whether there is an identity you're clinging to right now that you built to survive something, but never actually chose?Time Stamps:(0:00) – Introduction(1:55) – What Yoga Revealed That Made Her Deeply Uncomfortable(3:31) – Why Slowing Down Felt Impossible at First(4:09) – How Motherhood Shattered Her "Strong Woman" Identity(7:05) – When Spirituality Itself Becomes Your Identity(10:02) – "Why Am I Even Teaching?" — Wanting to Quit Everything(16:34) – Why Life Is Not a Straight Line (And Why That's the Point)(19:56) – "I Am Growing With This Hardship" — Redefining What Yoga Is Doing for Her(22:16) – Severe IBS, Sleepless Nights, and the Poem That Came Out of It(25:20) – The Ayurvedic Reset That Rebuilt Her Digestion and Sleep(30:59) – Why We Get Attached to Being Angry or Sad(39:14) – The Most Powerful (and Simplest) Practice She Teaches(42:14) – Why the Space Between You and Your Mind Is the Real Goal(49:07) – How to Know If You're Actually Doing Yoga Right(51:03) – Why 91% of People Value Yoga But Almost No One Practices It(52:22) – How Westernization Quietly Erased India's Own Confidence in Its Traditions(54:20) – "I Am Not a Yogi" — The Humbling Distinction She Makes About Herself(59:19) – Her Final Message: Don't Let Your Life Become One Identity#Yoga #Postpartum #Mindfulness #SelfHealing #SpiritualityAndMotherhood

17. This Monk Used the Bhagavad Gita to Explain Why I Felt Empty ft. Keshava Swami

    30.06.20261 Std. 10 Min.Als Nächstes

    In this profound episode of Something Bigger With Rodrigo Canelas, we sit down with Keshava Swami; a monk, speaker, and spiritual guide who left behind the conventional path to pursue something most people …

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    In this profound episode of Something Bigger With Rodrigo Canelas, we sit down with Keshava Swami; a monk, speaker, and spiritual guide who left behind the conventional path to pursue something most people spend their entire lives searching for: meaning.Most people believe that success, wealth, and achievement will eventually lead to fulfillment. Keshava Swami calls this the biggest lie in the world, a lie that has been perpetuated for generations, adopted by every culture, and surprisingly, even when exposed, we start believing it again at the very next moment. He has seen people who had everything - two cars, two phones, two houses, too much and yet all of it left a vacuum. If that doesn't make you pause, nothing will.This conversation goes far deeper than surface-level self-help. Keshava Swami breaks down the five topics of the Bhagavad Gita: the soul, the world, activity, time, and God and shows how they answer the five fundamental existential questions every human being faces: Who am I? Where am I? Why am I in this situation? How long am I here for? And what is beyond this? Without that blueprint of reality, he argues, it's nearly impossible to locate yourself within it. He shares how monks wake up each morning reminding themselves of an identity beyond roles and titles, functioning in the world but not being consumed by it. "You're in the race, but you're not the rat." He also offers a powerful 7-day experiment: spend 10 minutes each night writing down three things; something beautiful, a lesson learned, and an intention for tomorrow.This conversation isn't just about spirituality or monastic life. It's about the gap between achievement and fulfillment that so many ambitious people feel but can't name. Keshava Swami delivers one line that will stay with you: "The pain of discipline is uncomfortable, but the pain of regret is unbearable." Whether you're building a business, raising a family, or just trying to figure out what you actually want, this episode will challenge the story you've been telling yourself about what "enough" looks like.Hit play. Then tonight, try the 7-day experiment. See what shifts.

18. Bhagavad Gita Explained Through Dance | Power of Bharatnatyam ft. Rukmini

    22.06.20261 Std. 23 Min.Als Nächstes

    In this deeply moving episode of Something Bigger, we sit down with acclaimed Bharatanatyam dancer, choreographer, and actor Rukmini Vijayakumar. Together, we explore the intense discipline of classical Indian …

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    In this deeply moving episode of Something Bigger, we sit down with acclaimed Bharatanatyam dancer, choreographer, and actor Rukmini Vijayakumar. Together, we explore the intense discipline of classical Indian dance and discover how the ultimate mastery of movement requires the absolute surrender of the ego.Rukmini opens up about her grueling training regimen, practicing eight hours a day, six days a week and explains how dance evolved from a physical language into her ultimate spiritual anchor. We dive into the true meaning of bhakti (devotion) as a reverence for all creation, break down the complex polyrhythmic mathematics of Bharatanatyam, and discuss how the ancient concept of rasa (aesthetic emotion) allows an audience to experience true emotional catharsis. Whether you are an artist, an athlete, or someone seeking deeper presence, Rukmini’s insights offer a masterclass on how to transition from the structure of discipline to the freedom of flow in daily life.About the Guest:Rukmini Vijayakumar is one of India’s most celebrated classical dancers, choreographers, and the artistic director of the Raadha Kalpa Dance Company. Known for her striking stage presence and rigorous adherence to technique, she has performed on prestigious stages worldwide. Beyond classical dance, Rukmini holds a degree in ballet and modern dance, has starred in major Indian feature films, and is a passionate advocate for fitness, yoga, and free-diving.HighlightsThe Dissolution of the Ego: True artistic mastery occurs when the performer entirely ceases to exist on stage. The audience claps not for the individual's ego, but because the individual stepped aside to let the dance flow entirely through them.The Mathematics of Movement: Far from just ethnic expression, Bharatanatyam relies on an incredibly sophisticated, polyrhythmic structure where the feet, the music, and the percussion operate on entirely different, overlapping mathematical cycles.Devotion as Life, Not Ritual: Within Indian classical arts, bhakti (devotion) is often misunderstood as simple temple worship. In reality, it represents a deep, unwavering reverence for the divinity present in all aspects of creation, nature, and human connection.The Non-Linear Path of Discipline: Training isn't a straight line upward. True discipline is an oscillation, progressing forward, only to willingly return to the basics over and over again to build a wider, more stable foundation.Finding Flow Through Anchor Routines: Entering a "flow state" requires a highly consistent mental and physical baseline. By anchoring the brain with tangible, detailed focus points, we can quiet future anxieties and unlock spontaneous creativity.Timestamps(0:00) – Beginning of the Episode(0:50) – 38 Years Of Practice: What Dance Teaches You About Life(4:10) – Training 8 Hours A Day, 6 Days A Week For Over 15 Years(7:35) – What Is Bharatanatyam Really About?(15:13) – The Purpose Of Art: Making People Forget Their Heaviness(17:22) – How A Performer Makes You Cry Over Something You Know Isn't Real(18:35) – Rasa: The Ancient Science Of Emotional Catharsis(21:47) – Why The West Doesn't Understand Indian Classical Dance(25:57) – What Makes Bharatanatyam So Demanding And Complex(29:50) – Why Physicality Is Only Part Of The Dance(36:01) – The Teacher Who Brought Thousand-Year-Old Movements Back To Life(38:28) – How Her Mom And Dad Each Shaped Her Differently(43:25) – What Spiritualists Mean When They Say "Let The Emotion Pass Through You"(52:11) – The Two Things That Bring You Into The Present Moment(1:08:22) – When The Ego Ceases To Exist: Dance As Surrender(1:13:04) – How To Get Into Flow - Lessons From 38 Years Of Performance(1:17:03) – Finding An Internal Sense Of Rhythm And Purpose(1:17:56) – Live Bharatanatyam Demonstration(1:20:10) – The End

19. Sitting is The New Smoking! Fix Your Posture, Sleep & Digestion With These Exercises ft. Dr Prathap

    16.06.20261 Std. 7 Min.Als Nächstes

    In this eye-opening episode of the Something Bigger With Rodrigo Canales, we sit down with a leading chiropractic expert to discuss a silent health epidemic: Sitting is the new smoking. If you spend 8+ hours a …

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    In this eye-opening episode of the Something Bigger With Rodrigo Canales, we sit down with a leading chiropractic expert to discuss a silent health epidemic: Sitting is the new smoking. If you spend 8+ hours a day at a desk, this conversation is a non-negotiable watch. We dive deep into why your sedentary lifestyle might be neutralizing 70% of your gym efforts and increasing your risk of cardiovascular disease by a staggering 90%.From the heartbreaking story of a 12-year-old with a disc bulge to the "physics of gravity" on the human spine, this episode is a masterclass in ergonomics, spinal health, and the mind-body connection. We explore how "hustle culture" in India’s IT hubs is creating a ticking healthcare time bomb and, more importantly, what you can do to fix it today.This conversation isn’t just about back pain; it’s about understanding the "Information Highway" of your nervous system and how your posture dictates your internal health, your stress levels, and your longevity.Are you sitting as you read this? Stand up for one minute, and then hit play. Time Stamps:(0:00) – Introduction(1:28) – Why Posture is a Full-Body Crisis (2:42) – The "Recognition Switch"(3:18) – History of Smoking vs. The Modern Sitting Epidemic(5:30) – The 1-Minute Rule(7:12) – India’s IT Crisis(12:46) – Case Study(14:23) – The Danger of "Hustle Culture"(16:12) – Inside the 33 bones of your spine(17:28) – What is a Spinal Disc? (And how they "dry out")(21:39) – What Actually Happens During Nerve Compression?(25:10) – How your Spine controls your Heart, Lungs, and Kidneys(28:35) – How poor posture triggers Stress(30:54) – The Master Key to Rest & Digestion(32:40) – Science: How Chiropractic adjustments reduce Cortisol(37:25) – Self-diagnose your posture at home(39:38) – EXERCISE 1: The Chin Tuck (Fixing Brain Fog & Anxiety)(41:34) – The "Plum Line" Rule: Ear over Shoulder(43:33) – How to fix the "Neck Hump" (46:05) – Can you actually reverse spinal damage?(48:30) – How Posture increases Testosterone & Confidence(52:21) – EXERCISE 2: Brugger’s Position (The 3-Breath Reset)(54:56) – EXERCISE 3: The Wall Angel (The "Superman" Routine)(57:51) – Why 10,000 steps aren't enough (The 30-Minute Walk Rule)(1:04:37) – The Car Analogy(1:06:29) – Conclusion#Posture #HealthTips

20. Was Gandhi Really a Mahatma? Foreigner Hears the Truth Indians Avoid ft. Vikram Sampath

    09.06.20261 Std. 29 Min.Als Nächstes

    ⚠️ Disclaimer: This episode features a deep-dive discussion into sensitive and complex historical events, religious histories, and political figures. The insights and analyses presented are those of the guest …

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    ⚠️ Disclaimer: This episode features a deep-dive discussion into sensitive and complex historical events, religious histories, and political figures. The insights and analyses presented are those of the guest, based on their research, and do not necessarily reflect the viewpoints of the production team or host. Something Bigger does not intend to offend, defame, or hurt the sentiments of any individual, community, or religious group. Our goal is to facilitate nuanced academic exploration and peaceful civic discourse.In this insightful episode of Something Bigger, we dive deep into the complexities of Indian history, exploring how the impact of colonialism, manipulated historical narratives, and the layered legacy of figures like Mahatma Gandhi continue to shape modern India's national identity and future.About the Guest: Dr. Vikram Sampath is a highly acclaimed historian, author, and fellow of the Royal Historical Society, widely recognized for his rigorous archives-based research into Indian history. Specializing in biographies and historical reconstructions that challenge mainstream, post-colonial consensus, he has penned definitive works on figures like V.D. Savarkar and Gauhar Jaan, as well as explorations of India's forgotten regional resistance movements.HighlightsThe Weight of Colonial Legacy: The British colonial apparatus systematically dismantled and reframed India's historical narrative to instill a psychological "loser complex," effectively capturing the minds of the colonized to legitimize foreign rule.The Whitewashing of Traumas: Critical and uncomfortable historical realities, including the brutal destruction of ancient universities like Nalanda and the severe nature of the Islamic conquests, have been historically suppressed under the guise of maintaining contemporary social harmony.The Myth of Solely Nonviolent Success: While Mahatma Gandhi's mass movements successfully galvanized the public consciousness, India's independence was a dual-track victory heavily accelerated by aggressive, armed revolutionary movements and the pivotal 1946 naval mutinies.Gandhi's Enigmatic Scrutiny: Stripped of hagiography, Gandhi emerges as an incredibly complex, patriarchal political patriarch who utilized deep emotional manipulation (such as fasts unto death) to enforce his worldview and conducted highly controversial personal lifestyle experiments.TimestampsIntroduction to Historical Manipulation – 00:00The Impact of Invasions on National Psyche – 00:27The British Colonial Project and the "Loser Nation" Myth – 02:15A Nation vs. A Nation-State: Emotional Connect Beyond Borders – 03:40The Suppression of Medieval Traumas & Ancient Universities – 04:27The Holocaust and Apartheid Models – 06:15Intergenerational Trauma – 08:30The Fragmented Reality of Modern Indian Identity – 10:38The Case of Tipu Sultan and Controversial Historical Monikers – 21:11How Education and Historians Warped the Mainstream Narrative – 24:40The Unsung Warrior Kings & Five Centuries of Indian Resilience – 28:15The Historian as a Blind Man Describing the Elephant: A Lesson in Humility – 01:04:12👇 Connect with VikramYouTube: Vikram Sampath Official Channel👇 Connect with Rodrigo and Something BiggerLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rodrigocanelasInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/rodrigocanelasTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@rodrigo_canelasWeb: https://www.somethingbigger.comX: https://x.com/rodrigo_canelas🎬 Production TeamHost: Rodrigo CanelasVideo Editor (Long-Format): Rishabh GuptaVideo Editor (Short-Form): Vishal MeenaThumbnail Design: Aniket SinghContent Producer: Arsh KhanDistribution: Vedanti Wanjari#IndianHistory #ColonialLegacy #CulturalIdentity #ArmedStruggle #VikramSampath #SomethingBigger #HistoricalTruth #GandhiLegacy

21. Prakash Padukone on Raising Deepika, Her Depression & What Success Really Costs

    01.06.20261 Std. 16 Min.Als Nächstes

    In this episode, we sit down with legendary badminton champion Prakash Padukone to explore his historic journey from navigating an era with no infrastructure to becoming the World No. 1. We delve into how …

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    In this episode, we sit down with legendary badminton champion Prakash Padukone to explore his historic journey from navigating an era with no infrastructure to becoming the World No. 1. We delve into how sports serve as an investment in vital life skills, teaching youth how to work in teams, accept defeat, and navigate setbacks. Prakash shares invaluable advice for parents on identifying true passion over mere liking, giving children the freedom and safety to explore unconventional careers, and why complete alignment between both parents is essential for a child's success. We also discuss his daughter Deepika Padukone's brave battle with depression, how it led to her pioneering mental health foundation, and the crucial lessons it taught their family about pressure, stress management, and breaking the societal stigma surrounding mental illness.

    
    

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    Life Skills Through Sports: Sports teach fundamental life skills—such as team spirit, time management, the ability to accept defeat, and navigating setbacks—that are critical for success in the university and corporate worlds.

    
    

    Supporting Unconventional Passions: Parents should treat sports and unconventional interests as an investment rather than an expense, giving children the safe space to explore their true passions without the fear of failure.

    
    

    Discipline and Commitment Over Raw Talent: True success requires deep discipline and devotion. In an academy setting, a dedicated and highly committed player is always preferable to a naturally talented but uncommitted one.

    
    

    Overcoming Mental Health Stigma: Mental illness is a common, treatable ailment that can affect anyone from adolescents to the elderly. Early intervention, breaking the silence, and speaking to a therapist are key to navigating high-pressure environments.

    
    

    The Power of Lead-by-Example Parenting: Children emulate what their parents do rather than what they say. To pass down core values like humility and discipline, both parents must be on the same page and act out the language they preach.

    
    

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    00:00 - Intro & Deepika's Early Ambitions

    01:07 - Values Instilled by Sports

    02:44 - Screen Time vs. Physical Activity

    03:45 - Teamwork & Handling Defeat

    04:49 - Mistake: Forcing Kids into Choices

    07:32 - Advice on Unconventional Careers

    09:28 - Liking something vs. True Passion

    11:08 - Raising Deepika & Anisha

    13:56 - Why Today's Kids Are Smarter

    16:33 - The Power of Unified Parental Support

    17:35 - Deepika’s Mental Health Journey

    20:19 - Breaking the Stigma of Depression

    21:11 - Lessons on Success & Pressure

    23:44 - Youth Mental Health Challenges

    26:39 - Playing 18-Year-Olds at Age 7

    28:23 - Training Without Coaches or Videos

    29:47 - National Champion at Age 16

    31:25 - Early Financial & Funding Hardships

    33:08 - Finding the Core Internal Drive

    35:03 - The 7-Year International Struggle

    46:30 - Lowest Moment: Losing as World No. 1

    48:12 - Overtraining & Bouncing Back

    50:54 - Life Lesson: Stop Complaining

    01:05:10 - Balancing Speed & Precision

    01:05:52 - Deception & Wrist Work Secrets

    01:07:20 - What the Academy Evaluates: The 4 Ds

    01:09:21 - Discipline Over Raw Talent

    01:13:40 - Staying Humble Despite Success

    01:15:00 - Action vs. Words in Parenting

    01:16:17 - Conclusion

    
    

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22. She Read My Numerology Live and I Was Shocked! ft. Dr Sheelaa M Bajaj

    25.05.20261 Std.Staffel 1 · Folge 167Als Nächstes

    In this insightful episode of Something Bigger, we dive deep into the ancient science of Numerology, exploring how your birth date and name hold the blueprint to your personality, relationships, and ultimate …

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    In this insightful episode of Something Bigger, we dive deep into the ancient science of Numerology, exploring how your birth date and name hold the blueprint to your personality, relationships, and ultimate life path.

    
    

    We break down the distinct traits of numbers 1 through 8, the profound impact of planetary energies like Mars and Rahu, and how simple shifts, like name corrections and balancing missing elements with colors and crystals, can radically alter your personal luck and well-being.

    
    

    About the Guest: Sheela

    Sheela is a highly acclaimed numerologist, intuitive consultant, and spiritual mentor known for bridging the gap between ancient metaphysical sciences and modern life strategy. With years of experience decoding the unseen energies that govern human behavior, she specializes in personalized birth-chart mapping, name corrections, and element-balancing.

    
    

    Sheela’s unique approach blends traditional Indian Vedic numerology with Chinese elemental systems, helping thousands of corporate leaders, families, and individuals realign their frequencies, dissolve hidden karmic blocks, and unlock their true wealth and personal potential.

    
    

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    The Blueprint of Birth Numbers: Discover how your birth date shapes your core personality, from the natural command of Number 1s to the deep sensitivity and intuition of Number 2s.

    
    

    The 3 Types of Luck: Understand the delicate balance between Heaven’s luck, Earth luck, and Personal luck, and why your mindset and aura dictate how you navigate life.

    
    

    The "Disruptors" & "Achievers": A deep dive into the unique struggles of Numbers 4, 7, and 8, why they face intense challenges, abandonment wounds, or targeted blame, and how they can overcome them.

    
    

    The Power of Name Correction: Learn why you are identified by your name's vibration rather than just your birth date, and how minor phonetic adjustments on social media can unlock better energy without changing legal documents.

    
    

    Activating Wealth Elements: How to find the missing elements in your numerology chart and use practical remedies, like wooden accessories, specific colors, and cleansed crystals—to trigger abundance.

    
    

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    00:04 - Introduction to Numerology & Planetary Influences

    
    

    01:58 - The 3 Types of Luck: Heaven, Earth, and Personal

    
    

    06:12 - Cultivating Personal Luck, Mindset, and Aura

    
    

    08:03 - Balancing Male and Female Energies in Your Chart

    
    

    11:38 - Birth Numbers vs. Life Path Numbers

    
    

    13:41 - Core Traits: The Leaders (1) and The Nurturers (2)

    
    

    17:42 - The Intelligent Disruptors: Understanding Number 4s

    
    

    19:32 - Innovation & Abundance: The Traits of Number 5s

    
    

    23:04 - Breaking the Cycle: The Scapegoat Struggle of Number 7s

    
    

    24:50 - Success Through Struggle: The Discipline of Number 8s

    
    

    28:32 - How to Adjust Your Name for Personal Empowerment

    
    

    30:08 - A Parent's Story: Realignment and Overcoming Labels

    
    

    35:26 - The Rules of Name Changes & Phonetic Consistency

    
    

    38:50 - Lucky Numbers vs. Hidden Karmic Struggles

    
    

    44:38 - Reading the Wealth Chart: Activating Earth and Wood Elements

    
    

    50:02 - The Chinese Numerological System & The Power of Colors

    
    

    51:39 - Healing with Crystals, Rose Quartz, and Rudraksha

    
    

    55:02 - Activating Home Energy: The Northwest & Southwest Sectors

    
    

    56:44 - Final Message: Balancing Intensity with Emotional Well-being

    
    

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    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8KMHFmR0PJ78KdRhESTKAQ

    
    

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23. The Future Of India’s Middle Class | Economist Arvind Panagariya on Modi’s 2047 Plan, Jobs & Growth

    18.05.20261 Std. 3 Min.Als Nächstes

    In this episode, we sit down with renowned economist Professor Arvind Panagariya to explore the complexities, challenges, and future trajectory of India's economic landscape. We delve into why underemployment …

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    In this episode, we sit down with renowned economist Professor Arvind Panagariya to explore the complexities, challenges, and future trajectory of India's economic landscape. We delve into why underemployment, rather than open unemployment, is the true structural hurdle facing the nation and look at the heavy debt burden squeezing the rising middle class. Professor Panagariya shares insights on the critical necessity of transitioning from an agricultural economy to an industrial powerhouse, drawing parallels to successful East Asian models. Despite the steep climb ahead, he shares his data-backed optimism for India's growth, projecting a massive expansion of the middle class by 2047 and laying out the essential reforms in trade, land, and the judiciary needed to sustain this momentum.

    
    

    
    

    
    

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    Underemployment is the Core Issue: India’s primary labor challenge isn't a lack of jobs, but underemployment. Too many workers remain trapped in low-productivity, low-paying activities rather than transitioning to high-yielding industrial roles.

    
    

    Debt Burden on the Middle Class: Financial stability is at risk as roughly 50% of India's middle class currently carries debt, with repayments swallowing up to 40% of their monthly income and limiting discretionary spending.

    
    

    Economic Transformation Needed: To replicate the economic miracles of South Korea and Taiwan, India must systematically shift its massive agricultural workforce (currently at 46%) into industrialized sectors and urban centers.

    
    

    Growth of the Middle Class: Driven by steady macroeconomic growth, India's middle class is projected to rocket from 31% to nearly 60% by 2047, signaling a monumental rise in prosperity over the next two decades.

    
    

    Need for Structural Reforms: Sustaining this aggressive growth trajectory will require deep structural interventions, specifically through liberalizing trade tariffs, updating land acquisition laws, and streamlining judicial processes.

    
    

    
    

    
    

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    Introduction – 00:00

    
    

    Prime Minister Modi's Leadership – 00:23

    
    

    Current Economic Landscape – 01:10

    
    

    Understanding the Middle Class – 01:39

    
    

    Economic Growth and Challenges – 04:12

    
    

    Debt and Inflation Issues – 07:51

    
    

    Economic Growth Projections – 13:13

    
    

    The Role of External Factors – 18:58

    
    

    Internal Reforms Needed – 20:17

    
    

    Urbanization and Job Creation – 30:03

    
    

    Optimism for the Future – 43:54

    
    

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24. Hidden Science Of Hindu Temples, Sacred Energy Centers & Miracles Explained By The Temple Girl

    13.05.20261 Std. 13 Min.Als Nächstes

    In this deeply moving episode of Something Bigger, we sit down with Namratha Mohan, popularly known as The Temple Girl. Namratha left a high-powered corporate career at Amazon and JPMorgan to walk a path guided …

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    In this deeply moving episode of Something Bigger, we sit down with Namratha Mohan, popularly known as The Temple Girl. Namratha left a high-powered corporate career at Amazon and JPMorgan to walk a path guided by faith, documenting the hidden spiritual science of India’s most sacred spaces.

    
    

    We explore the profound idea that temples aren't just buildings, but ancient "energy centers" designed for human transformation. From the steep, frozen trails of Kedarnath to the rhythmic, thousand-year-old rituals of Sri Rangam, this conversation reveals how these spaces function as charging stations for the soul.

    
    

    Highlights

    ✨ Energy vs. Architecture: Most people think the building comes first. Namratha explains how our ancestors identified specific energy centers on Earth and built structures around them to contain and amplify that power.

    
    

    🏹 The Mirror Ritual: Discover the mystery of Prana Pratishta, where the energy in a deity becomes so intense during consecration that a mirror placed in front of it is said to instantly crack.

    
    

    🐘 The Sri Rangam Awakening: A firsthand account of the 5:30 AM Vishwarupa Darshanam, where the deity first wakes up to see an elephant, a horse, and a cow before any human being.

    
    

    💔 The Pilot’s Devotion: A tear-jerking story of a father—a former pilot—performing a sacred temple dance while his son fought for life in a hospital. This is a testament to the power of surrender and duty.

    
    

    🧘 The "Spiritual Mirror" Effect: How every element of a temple—from hitting the bell to bowing low—is a psychological tool designed to dissolve the ego and align the mind.

    
    

    TIMESTAMPS

    00:00 - Introduction: From Amazon to Temple Girl

    
    

    05:22 - Survival at Kedarnath: A Journey of Transformation

    
    

    10:45 - The Secret of Sri Rangam & the 5:30 AM Ritual

    
    

    18:30 - Common Misconceptions: Why the Energy Comes First

    
    

    24:15 - A Temple for Every Problem (Mental Health to Visas)

    
    

    32:40 - The Science of Prana Pratishta (Infusing Life into Stone)

    
    

    41:10 - A Pilot’s Sacrifice: The Story of Pure Devotion

    
    

    52:30 - Why We Hide Our Spirituality in the Modern World

    
    

    01:05:00 - Advice for Parents: Keeping the Roots Strong

    
    

    01:12:15 - Final Message: The Purpose of Human Life

    
    

    
    

    
    

    👇 Connect with The Temple Girl

    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thetemplegirl

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thetemplegirl

    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/p/The-Temple-Girl-61554364524093/

    Website: https://templegirl.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

    X: https://x.com/rodrigo_canelas

    
    

    🎬 Production Team

    Host: Rodrigo Canelas

    Video Editor (Long-Format): Rishabh Gupta

    Video Editor (Short-Form): Vishal Meena

    Thumbnail design: Aniket Singh

    Content Producer: Arsh Khan

    
    

    
    

    #TempleGirl #AncientIndia #SpiritualScience #TempleArchitecture #Kedarnath #Mindset #SomethingBigger #NamrathaMohan #IndianHeritage #Vishnu

25. Sitting Is the New Smoking. India Is Dying Quietly ft. Shwetambari Shetty

    04.05.20261 Std. 4 Min.Staffel 1 · Folge 168Als Nächstes

    In this final episode, we sit down with health and fitness entrepreneur Shewtambari to explore the critical importance of movement, sleep, and nutrition in aging gracefully. We discuss why a sedentary lifestyle …

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    In this final episode, we sit down with health and fitness entrepreneur Shewtambari to explore the critical importance of movement, sleep, and nutrition in aging gracefully. We discuss why a sedentary lifestyle is the "new smoking" and how simple, consistent habits can prevent chronic diseases like diabetes and heart disease. Shewtambari shares her own family's experiences, practical frameworks for maintaining long-term health, and why shifting our priorities to value our bodies first is the secret to a high-energy, fulfilling life. Whether you are in your 30s, navigating perimenopause, or simply looking to build sustainable wellness habits, this conversation offers a blueprint for taking control of your physical and mental future.

    
    

    Highlights

    Sitting is the New Smoking: Prolonged sedentary behavior poses health risks equivalent to smoking. Modern conveniences and lack of movement are leading to a rapid rise in diabetes and heart disease among younger demographics.

    
    

    Sleep-Wake Cycles: Prioritizing sleep recovery is fundamental. Establishing a consistent sleep window is more important for the body's repair than getting varying hours of sleep each night.

    
    

    Balanced Plating: A nutritious diet should be fiber-forward and protein-forward. Balancing traditional carb-centric meals with protein and healthy fats prevents energy crashes and supports gut health.

    
    

    Strength Training stimulus: There is no substitute for strength training, especially for women in their 40s undergoing perimenopausal hormonal shifts, as it preserves muscle and bone density.

    
    

    Long-Term Mindset: Fitness is not just about short-term physical goals. Viewing health as an investment for the next 20 to 30 years ensures consistency through life's turbulence.

    
    

    Timestamps

    Introduction - 00:00

    
    

    The Danger of a Sedentary Life - 00:46

    
    

    Sleep, Recovery, and Circadian Rhythms - 08:02

    
    

    Nutrition and Proper Plating - 09:30

    
    

    The Value of Assessments and Blood Work - 17:30

    
    

    Case Studies: Obesity and Weight Regain - 23:03

    
    

    Long-Term vs. Short-Term Goals - 32:17

    
    

    Sleep Routine Implementation - 45:06

    
    

    Nutrition for Perimenopause and Aging - 51:00

    
    

    Final Thoughts and Empowerment - 57:15

    
    

    
    

    Connect with Shewtambari

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shweshetty/

    
    

    
    

    
    

    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

    
    

    X: https://x.com/rodrigo_canelas

    
    

    
    

    
    

    Production Team

    Host: Rodrigo Canelas

    
    

    Video Editor (Long-Format): Vishal Meena

    
    

    Video Editor (Short-Form): Vishal Meena

    
    

    Thumbnail Design: Aniket Singh

    
    

    Content Producer: Arsh Khan

    
    

    #Health #Fitness #Longevity #SleepRoutine #Nutrition #WomenHealth #SomethingBigger

26. Krishna, Vedanta & the Bhagavad Gita | Indian Monk's Truth About the Human Mind ft. Swami Sukhabodhananda

    27.04.20261 Std. 14 Min.Als Nächstes

    In this episode, we sit down with the renowned spiritual teacher and "Corporate Guru," Swami Sukhabodhananda, to explore the profound gap between our external reality and our internal state of mind. We discuss …

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    In this episode, we sit down with the renowned spiritual teacher and "Corporate Guru," Swami Sukhabodhananda, to explore the profound gap between our external reality and our internal state of mind. We discuss why we often become victims to our own knowledge and how to break free from the "single stories" we tell ourselves. Swami Sukhabodhananda shares ancient wisdom from the Gita, practical frameworks for emotional resilience, and why finding elegance in imperfection is the secret to a life of clarity. Whether you are facing a career setback or a personal crisis, this conversation offers a blueprint for shifting from a victim mindset to one of infinite possibility.

    
    

    Highlights

    🧘 Paristhiti vs. Manosthiti’ : Swami Sukhabodhananda explains that your happiness isn't dictated by your situation (Paristiti) but by your state of mind (Monostiti). When you change your internal narrative, you change your reality.

    
    

    🏹 The "Second Arrow" Principle: Life will inevitably throw challenges at you (the first arrow). However, the psychological suffering, blame, and "why me" mentality (the second arrow) is a choice—and it's optional.

    
    

    🚀 The B.R.A.V.E. Framework: A practical, step-by-step mental tool to keep your inner climate proactive: Belief, Romance with possibility, Action, Vocabulary, and Emotion.

    
    

    🌊 Life is Like Surfing: Don't fear the waves of life. Problems are what make you vibrant and alive. Learn to "surf" the difficulty, and remember that even in falling, there is a lesson to be mastered.

    
    

    ✨ Elegance in Imperfection: We often chase a perfect life, perfect partner, or perfect guru. Swami Sukhabodhananda argues that finding beauty in the messy, imperfect reality of existence is the key to true contentment.

    
    

    TIMESTAMPS

    Introduction - 00:00

    The Gita: Paristiti vs. Monostiti - 02:36

    Escaping the Trap of Your Own Knowledge - 07:15

    Why We Get Stuck in a "Single Story" - 12:12

    The Power of Self-Talk and Perspective - 21:50

    The Second Arrow: Stop Creating Your Own Suffering - 28:40

    The B.R.A.V.E. Framework Explained - 43:30

    How to Find Clarity in Chaos - 48:06

    Surfing the Waves of Life’s Problems - 01:04:34

    Final Message: Elegance in Imperfection - 01:12:48

    
    

    👇 Connect with Swami Sukhabodhananda

    Website: https://prasannatrust.org/

    Books: https://swamisukhabodhananda.com/

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/swamisukhabodhananda/

    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@UCzuXSuPTsV6T4VUY-xWbuUg

    
    

    👇 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

    X: https://x.com/rodrigo_canelas

    
    

    🎬 Production Team

    Host: Rodrigo Canelas

    Video Editor (Long-Format): Rishabh Gupta

    Video Editor (Short-Form): Vishal Meena

    Thumbnail design: Aniket Singh

    Content Producer: Arsh Khan

    
    

    #Mindset #GitaWisdom #SelfGrowth #MentalClarity #SwamiSukhabodhananda #SpiritualGrowth #OvercomingSuffering

27. “You Have to Be Selfish to Win” Olympic Athlete on Success ft. Ashwini Ponnappa

    20.04.202645 Min.Als Nächstes

    In this episode, we sit down with legendary Indian badminton player Ashwini Ponnappa to explore the psychological demands of elite sports. Ashwini shares her personal battle with overthinking and how she …

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    In this episode, we sit down with legendary Indian badminton player Ashwini Ponnappa to explore the psychological demands of elite sports. Ashwini shares her personal battle with overthinking and how she mastered the art of mental focus through self-reflection and writing. From the high-pressure environment of the Olympics to the daily grind of training, she emphasizes the necessity of a strong support system and the courage to be "selfish" in pursuit of excellence. This conversation is a masterclass in resilience, showing how letting go of mistakes and rediscovering the joy in the process can transform both performance and personal growth.

    
    

    Highlights

    🧠 Overthinking is Detrimental: Ashwini explains how overthinking hinders performance and shares her technique of writing thoughts down to clarify the mind and release negativity.

    🌟 Focus on Positives: Through consistent mental training, she learned to shift her perspective from past mistakes to current successes, building the confidence needed for high-stakes matches.

    💪 The Importance of a Support System: Ponnappa highlights that behind every individual athlete is a network of family and friends crucial for maintaining motivation during the toughest career lows.

    🏅 Learning from the Olympics: Reflecting on her Olympic journeys, she discusses the necessity of resilience, adaptability, and why being "selfish" is often required to reach the pinnacle of sports.

    🎶 Enjoying the Process: She stresses that focusing solely on outcomes leads to burnout; true longevity in sports comes from maintaining a genuine love and passion for the journey itself.

    
    

    TIMESTAMPS

    00:00 - Introduction

    00:45 - Overcoming Challenges

    01:34 - Training Insights

    04:08 - Focus and Mindset

    10:04 - Learning from Experiences

    13:04 - The Emotional Toll of Competition

    16:22 - The Importance of Selfishness

    19:32 - Building a Support System

    22:55 - Mental Preparation

    24:37 - Letting Go of Negativity

    25:38 - Enjoying the Process

    32:04 - The Importance of Patience

    34:12 - Final Thoughts on Growth

    44:01 - Conclusion

    
    

    👇 Connect with Ashwini Ponnappa

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/p_ashwini/

    Twitter: https://x.com/P9Ashwini

    
    

    👇 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

    X: https://x.com/rodrigo_canelas

    
    

    🎬 Production Team

    Host: Rodrigo Canelas

    Video Editor (Long-Format): Vishal Meena

    Video Editor (Short-Form): Vishal Meena

    Thumbnail design: Aniket Singh

    Content Producer: Arsh Khan

28. "Your Indian Food Is Making You Sick (And You Don't Know It)" ft. Ryan Fernando

    13.04.20261 Std. 10 Min.Staffel 1 · Folge 164Als Nächstes

    Want to start or grow your podcast? I went from 3k to 400k YouTube subscribers in under 18 months - no ads. I share everything I’ve learned, honestly and practically, in my free newsletter. Subscribe here …

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    Want to start or grow your podcast? I went from 3k to 400k YouTube subscribers in under 18 months - no ads. I share everything I’ve learned, honestly and practically, in my free newsletter. Subscribe here: https://rodrigocanelas.substack.com/subscribe

    
    

    In this episode, the discussion centers around the unhealthy eating habits prevalent in India, where convenience often trumps nutrition. Ryan Fernando emphasizes the negative impact of consuming outside food, which is typically low in quality and high in harmful ingredients. He urges individuals to take responsibility for their health by being mindful of their food choices, timing meals, and prioritizing nutrition. The conversation also highlights the need for awareness and discipline in eating habits, especially for busy professionals, and the importance of testing for nutritional deficiencies to improve overall health and cognitive performance.

    
    

    Highlights

    🍽️ Eating Outside is Risky: Fernando explains that food prepared outside often prioritizes profit over quality, leading to lower nutritional value and higher levels of harmful substances like pesticides.

    🧠 Mental Health and Nutrition: The quality of food significantly affects mental health, with poor diets linked to increased anxiety and depression due to imbalances in gut bacteria and nutrient deficiencies.

    ⏰ Meal Timing Matters: Establishing regular meal times can help stabilize blood sugar levels and improve overall health, making it crucial for busy individuals to plan their meals accordingly.

    🧪 Get Tested: Fernando stresses the importance of diagnostic testing to identify nutritional deficiencies, which can guide individuals in making informed dietary choices.

    🌱 Choose Organic: Whenever possible, opting for organic foods can reduce exposure to harmful chemicals and pesticides that negatively impact health.

    
    

    
    

    TIMESTAMPS

    Introduction - 00:00

    Consequences of Modern Lifestyles - 00:46

    The Importance of Self-Care - 03:35

    Economic Disparities and Health Awareness - 06:21

    Education and Nutrition in Society - 08:21

    Overcoming Apathy Towards Health - 10:41

    The Impact of Eating Out - 19:53

    Mental Health and Nutrition Connection - 23:27

    The Role of Sleep and Alcohol - 38:44

    Strategies for Better Health - 48:51

    Conclusion and Call to Action - 56:28

    
    

    
    

    👇 Connect with Ryan Fernando

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ryan_nutrition_coach/

    LinkedIn: https://in.linkedin.com/in/ryanfernando

    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@RyanFernandoNutritionist

    Website: https://www.ryanfernando.in/

    Podcast: Nutrition Secrets by Ryan Fernando

    
    

    
    

    👇 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

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    🎬 Production Team

    Host: Rodrigo Canelas

    Video Editor (Long-Format): Rishabh Gupta

    Video Editor (Short-Form): Vishal Meena

    Thumbnail design: Aniket Singh

    Content Producer: Arsh Khan

    
    

    
    

    Keywords

    #Nutrition #HealthyEating #MentalHealth

29. Talking to AI About Your Life Problems? Watch This First ft. Vaibhav Sisinty

    07.04.20261 Std. 21 Min.Als Nächstes

    In this groundbreaking episode of the Something Bigger podcast, host Rodrigo Canelas sits down with Vaibhav Sisinty, founder of GrowthSchool. Moving beyond the typical "AI will take your jobs" narrative …

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    In this groundbreaking episode of the Something Bigger podcast, host Rodrigo Canelas sits down with Vaibhav Sisinty, founder of GrowthSchool. Moving beyond the typical "AI will take your jobs" narrative, Vaibhav shares a deeply personal and practical look at how AI can be used to save lives, manage mental health, and act as a mirror for the human soul.

    
    

    🧠 Key Highlights & Insights

    1. AI as a Life-Saving Medical Advocate :Vaibhav recounts the powerful story of his father's cancer diagnosis. By using AI to cross-reference multiple medical reports, he discovered Immunotherapy, a treatment his initial doctors hadn't suggested.

    2. The "Thinking Partner" vs. "Thinking Replacement"

    A major theme of the conversation is the danger of outsourcing our cognition. Vaibhav distinguishes between two types of users:

    3. Privacy & The "Deepest Insecurities"

    Vaibhav discusses the fear of personal data leaks. He argues that chat logs are more sensitive than bank accounts because they contain our raw, unfiltered vulnerabilities.

    4. AI as a Mirror for Self-Awareness

    Both Rodrigo and Vaibhav use AI for "Monthly Personal Reviews." By feeding AI their thoughts, dreams, and frustrations, they use the machine to identify subconscious patterns, like a fear of failure or a tendency to over-commit—that they couldn't see themselves.

    
    

    
    

    📜 Featured Prompt: The Self-Introspection Test

    Vaibhav shares a specific prompt to help you learn about yourself through the eyes of the AI you interact with:

    "Based on all our conversations so far, tell me 3–5 things that I probably don't know about myself. Look for patterns in how I think, what I repeatedly ask, what I avoid, and how I make decisions. Focus on subconscious habits, blind spots, or tendencies, not surface-level stuff.”

    
    

    👤 About the Guest

    Vaibhav Sisinty is the founder of GrowthSchool and a leading voice in the practical application of AI. A "non-engineer" who geeks out on technical papers, he represents the new era of the "Always-Learning Human", someone who uses technology to enhance their unique human traits rather than suppress them.

    
    

    TIMESTAMPS

    00:00 - Introduction: How AI saved my Dad’s life

    08:50 - Human Intelligence vs. AI: Where do we draw the line?

    17:40 - The "Notepad First" rule: Avoiding AI dependency

    21:55 - Why AI "sucks" at memory: Understanding Context Windows

    33:50 - Privacy First: Running AI locally with LM Studio

    42:50 - Case Study: How my 70-year-old father uses AI

    54:00 - Using AI as a psychological tool and dream analyst

    1:05:00 - The loneliness epidemic and the rise of AI boyfriends

    1:15:20 - Why AI is an "unfair advantage" for learners

    1:20:10 - Final Thoughts: Staying human in an automated world

    
    

    
    

    
    

    👇 Connect with Vaibhav Sisinty

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vaibhavsisinty/?hl=en

    Linkedin: https://in.linkedin.com/in/vaibhavsisinty

    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@vaibhavsisinty

    
    

    
    

    
    

    👇 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

    X: https://x.com/rodrigo_canelas

    
    

    🎬 Production Team

    Host: Rodrigo Canelas

    Video Editor (Long-Format): Rishabh Gupta

    Video Editor (Short-Form): Vishal Meena

    Thumbnail design: Aniket Singh

    Content Producer: Arsh Khan

    
    

    Keywords: #AI #VaibhavSisinty #PersonalGrowth #MentalHealth #Privacy #Innovation #SomethingBigger #GrowthSchool #Biohacking

30. The Most Unexpected Interview I’ve Ever Done (Not a Celebrity) ft. Dinesh

    30.03.202613 Min.Staffel 1Als Nächstes

    This is one of the most powerful and unexpected conversations on the Something Bigger Show. In this episode, a lift operator shares deep lessons on happiness, faith, responsibility, and finding peace even when …

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    This is one of the most powerful and unexpected conversations on the Something Bigger Show. In this episode, a lift operator shares deep lessons on happiness, faith, responsibility, and finding peace even when life gives you very little. His story will change how you think about success, struggle, and what it truly means to live a meaningful life.

    
    

    👇 About the guest:

    Dinesh is a lift operator whose life story reflects resilience, humility, and deep inner strength. Despite facing financial and personal challenges, he carries a strong sense of responsibility and maintains a positive outlook on life. Rooted in spiritual practices and guided by values learned from his parents and close relationships, Dinesh represents the voice of everyday wisdom that often goes unheard but holds powerful lessons for all.

    
    

    👇 Top 5 highlights:

    
    

    ✅ “I Have Nothing, But I’m Happy”

    "Happiness depends on how you choose to see your life, not on what you have."

    ✅ The Power of Responsibility

    "If you don’t take responsibility for your work, you lose your capability."

    ✅ Faith as a Way to Stay Strong

    "Whenever my mind is disturbed, I turn to prayer and it calms me."

    ✅ Balancing Happiness and Sadness

    "Life is both happiness and sadness, you have to learn to live with both."

    ✅ Strength Through Simple Living

    "Even with less, you can live peacefully if your mind is clear."

    
    

    👇 Timestamps:

    0:00 - Introduction

    1:11 - Always Smiling

    1:46 - My job as a lift man

    2:41 - Shlokas to calm the mind

    3:54 - Definition of Brilliance

    4:38 - Work under stress

    5:21 - Do you believe in god?

    7:24 - About Rodrigo

    8:32 - Are you happy in life right now?

    10:40 - It felt really good

    
    

    👇 Connect with Rodrigo and Something Bigger:

    Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rodrigocanelas

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rodrigocanelas

    Web: https://www.somethingbigger.com

    
    

    🎬 Production Team:

    Host: Rodrigo Canelas

    Video Editor (Long-Format): Rishabh Gupta

    Video Editor (Short-Form): Vishal Meena

    Thumbnail design: Vishal Meena & Rishabh Gupta

    Content Producer: Arsh Khan

    
    

    Hashtags:

    #Dinesh #SomethingBiggerShow #LifeLessons #Happiness #Mindset #Spirituality #RealStories #PersonalGrowth #Faith #Inspiration

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