In this powerful and deeply emotional inspirational leadership story, host Jitesh Vaswani sits down with entrepreneur, mentor, and humble leader David Guttman, who shares the extraordinary real-life near-death experience that changed his entire life. At just 24 years old, David was told he had six months to live, and that moment became the greatest comeback story — transforming everything he believed about success, identity, purpose, and leadership.

From climbing the corporate ladder to hitting rock bottom and facing mortality, David reveals how leadership lessons from adversity shaped him into a leader driven by service over ego. He explains how surviving a misdiagnosis helped him understand what truly matters in life after loss, showing that external achievements mean nothing without meaning, humility, and contribution.

Today, David builds companies rooted in humanity and trust, proving that humility in leadership and listening are real strengths. He openly shares his view on education, asking the bold question: Is an MBA worth it anymore? After publicly tearing up his Wharton MBA, he launched a movement shifting focus from theory to real-world ownership and purpose.

This episode is a masterclass in finding your purpose, choosing service over status, and discovering life purpose after hitting rock bottom. It challenges you to rethink success and reflect on gratitude after a near-death experience.

If you’re looking for perspective, healing, or direction, or wondering what facing mortality taught him about success, meaning, and leadership, this conversation will change how you see life.

Links Mentioned in Episode

🧘‍♂ Learn Art of Living Part 1: https://bit.ly/3ZDssMJ

🔥 Shankara: https://bit.ly/3SPGVBE

🔥 Sri Sri Tattva: https://bit.ly/4mWKO5q

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In this deeply moving episode of Beyond The Known, host Jitesh Vaswani sits down with Yumi, who shares her extraordinary journey from losing everything to discovering the unshakable peace within. Once homeless and broken, Yumi found healing through meditation, compassion, and the quiet strength of presence.

From surviving the streets to finding solace in silence, Yumi’s story reveals how life’s greatest losses can become powerful gateways to transformation. Guided by mindfulness and awareness, she turned pain into purpose, proving that peace is not something to seek, but something to return to.

Through moments of vulnerability, courage, and grace, this conversation invites you to see that rock bottom is never the end, it’s the beginning of awakening. Yumi’s insights on resilience, inner healing, and gratitude will remind you that even in the darkest moments, light is always waiting within.

This episode is for anyone seeking hope, healing, and the strength to begin again.

Links Mentioned in the Episode:

🧘‍♀️ Learn Art of Living Part 1: https://bit.ly/3ZDssMJ

🧘‍♀️ Learn Art of Living with Jitesh Vaswani: https://bit.ly/4dzyTpS

🔥 Shankara: https://bit.ly/3SPGVBE

🔥 Sri Sri Tattva: https://bit.ly/4mWKO5q

📲 Connect with Jitesh Vaswani: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jiteshvaswani/

💥 More from Beyond the Known: https://www.youtube.com / @beyondtheknownpod

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On this episode of Beyond the Known, host Jitesh Vaswani sits down with his brother Sandeep Vaswani, a corporate leader, mentor, and Art of Living teacher, to explore a journey that bridges leadership, discipline, and deep inner transformation.From being an engineering student introduced to meditation by his father to becoming a global influencer guiding thousands through Art of Living courses, Sandeep’s story is a reflection of how self-awareness and the power of gratitude can reshape not only your career but also your sense of purpose.Through heartfelt stories of healing from heartbreak, academic challenges, and rediscovering meaning, he shares how meditation became his compass for clarity, balance, and growth. Whether you’re asking yourself, “How do I find my purpose in life?” or looking for practical tools to bring peace into a busy world, this conversation will leave you inspired to lead with calm confidence and conscious action.🌟 In this episode, you’ll hear about:- Turning personal challenges into stepping stones for growth- How meditation can transform heartbreak, stress, and addiction- The role of mindset, mentorship, and openness in personal evolution- Why discipline and love are the foundations of sustainable success- How the Art of Living approach blends spirituality with modern leadershipSandeep’s story is a reminder that success is not about speed - it’s about stillness. His message: lead with love, live with purpose, and let clarity be your compass.🔗 Links Mentioned in the Episode: 🧘 Learn Art of Living Part 1: https://bit.ly/3ZDssMJ 🧘 Learn Art of Living with Jitesh Vaswani: https://bit.ly/4dzyTpS 🔥 Shankara: https://bit.ly/3SPGVBE 🔥 Sri Sri Tattva: https://bit.ly/4mWKO5q

📲 Connect with Jitesh Vaswani: https://www.instagram.com/jiteshvaswani

📲 Connect with Sandeep Vaswani: https://www.instagram.com/vaswanisandeep/

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In this reflective solo episode of Beyond The Known, host Jitesh Vaswani delves deep into one of the most challenging lessons in leadership and self-development: how to stop people-pleasing and lead with authenticity.Through powerful insights on authentic leadership, entrepreneur mindset, and emotional resilience, Jitesh explores how constantly seeking validation weakens your vision and disconnects you from your truth. Drawing from personal experiences of doubt, rejection, and inner growth, he reveals that being disliked is not a setback. It’s a sign that you’re finally being real.This episode serves as a mirror for anyone learning how to build self-confidence, set boundaries, and live with purpose rather than approval. It’s an honest reflection on what it means to grow, lead, and stay true, even when it’s uncomfortable. In this episode, you’ll learn: • Why seeking validation keeps you from real growth • How to stop people pleasing and start leading with confidence • The link between authentic leadership and inner peace • How to build self-confidence rooted in self-worth, not approval • How to strengthen emotional resilience through criticism and challenge • Why every self-improvement journey begins with discomfort • How to align your entrepreneur mindset with authenticity and purpose Links Mentioned in the Episode: Learn Art of Living Part 1: https://bit.ly/3ZDssMJ Learn Art of Living with Jitesh Vaswani: https://bit.ly/4dzyTpS Shankara: https://bit.ly/3SPGVBE Sri Sri Tattva: https://bit.ly/4mWKO5q Connect with Jitesh Vaswani – @jiteshvaswani More from Beyond The Known: https://www.youtube.com/@beyondtheknownpod Don’t forget to Like, Comment, Subscribe, and Share if this conversation on authentic leadership, emotional resilience, and self-confidence resonates with you.

In this episode of Beyond The Known, Jitesh Vaswani sits down with Scott Clary - entrepreneur, storyteller, and host of the Success Story Podcast - for an unfiltered conversation about ambition, failure, and the long road to redefining success and personal fulfillment.Together, they explore real lessons in entrepreneurship and business growth, the importance of authentic storytelling in business, and how to turn failure into success through resilience and mindset shifts.Scott opens up about his early struggles, the lessons he learned from corporate life to entrepreneurship, and why authenticity is the new superpower in leadership and business. This is more than just another success story podcast - it’s a deep dive into what it takes to stay real, grow, and thrive.🚀 In this episode, you’ll discover:Why Learning from Failure Is Essential for Entrepreneurial Success and Business GrowthHow to Tell Authentic Stories That Build Audience Trust and Long-Term Brand Loyalty OnlineBalancing Corporate Safety with Entrepreneurial Risk: Navigating Innovation and Stability in BusinessScott’s Proven Roadmap for Resilience, Adaptability, and Personal Reinvention as an EntrepreneurThe Harm of Chasing External Validation in Business: Building True Fulfilment and Internal Motivation InsteadThis conversation will inspire anyone seeking motivation to keep going when facing failure, personal growth through entrepreneurship, and the mindset shifts every entrepreneur needs to succeed.This is not just another talk about success - it’s a real conversation about ambition, purpose, and living authentically.🔗 Links Mentioned in the Episode:🧘 Learn Art of Living Part 1: https://bit.ly/3ZDssMJ 🧘 Learn Art of Living with Jitesh Vaswani: https://bit.ly/4dzyTpS 🔥 Shankara: https://bit.ly/3SPGVBE 🔥 Sri Sri Tattva: https://bit.ly/4mWKO5q📲 Connect with: 👉 Jitesh Vaswani – https://www.instagram.com/jiteshvaswani 👉 Scott Clary – https://www.instagram.com/scottdclary/💥 More from Beyond The Known: 🎧 https://www.youtube.com/@beyondtheknownpodDon’t forget to Like, Comment, Subscribe & Share if you believe in authentic leadership, growth mindset, and entrepreneurial resilience.

In this intimate solo episode of Beyond the Known, host Jitesh Vaswani shares a deeply personal reflection on gratitude, belonging, and stepping into his true agency. Recorded from his childhood home in Vikaspuri, India, this conversation unfolds through stories of family, community, and the courage to align ambition with purpose.From the quiet power of fulfilled desires to practices that turn gratitude into strength, Jitesh offers listeners a gentle yet transformative invitation: pause, reflect, and lead from abundance rather than lack.🌟 In this episode, you’ll hear about:Rediscovering belonging and community during times of challengeA gratitude practice that reshapes ambition into serviceThe balance between dreams, desires, and contentmentPractical steps to celebrate wins and align with purposeThe spiritual energy of Navaratri and how to honor it in daily life🔗 Links Mentioned in the Episode: 🧘 Learn Art of Living Part 1: https://bit.ly/3ZDssMJ 🧘 Learn Art of Living with Jitesh Vaswani: https://bit.ly/4dzyTpS 🔥 Shankara: https://bit.ly/3SPGVBE 🔥 Sri Sri Tattva: https://bit.ly/4mWKO5q 📲 Connect with Jitesh Vaswani: @jiteshvaswani 💥 More from Beyond the Known: https://www.youtube.com/@beyondtheknownpod✨ Don’t forget to Like, Comment, Subscribe, and Share.

In this profound conversation with host Jitesh Vaswani, Dan Millman, world champion gymnast, Stanford coach, best-selling author of Way of the Peaceful Warrior, and global teacher, reveals how discipline, surrender, resilience, and awareness shaped his life’s philosophy. From winning championships against all odds to a life-altering motorcycle accident, Dan’s story is a masterclass in turning setbacks into strength and finding clarity.

Discover the timeless wisdom of the Peaceful Warrior philosophy; balancing inner peace with outer action, embracing mentors and relationships as teachers, and cultivating excellence over success. Whether you’re seeking meaning, struggling with comparison in the age of social media, or searching for practical tools to manage everyday stress, this episode offers powerful insights to help you live with courage and calm.

Links Mentioned in the Episode:
🧘‍♂️ Learn Art of Living Part 1: bit.ly/3ZDssMJ
🧘‍♂️ Learn Art of Living with Jitesh Vaswani: bit.ly/4dzyTpS
🔥 Shankara: bit.ly/3SPGVBE
🔥 Sri Sri Tattva: bit.ly/4mWKO5q

📲 Connect with Jitesh Vaswani: www.instagram.com/jiteshvaswani/
🎧 More from Beyond the Known: instagram.com/beyondtheknownpod | youtube.com/@beyondtheknownpodc…si=cnHLfr_kXuRUJikj

📲 Connect with Dan Millman: www.instagram.com/danmillmanpw/

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In this informative episode of Beyond the Known, host Jitesh Vaswani sits down with Dr. Steven Storage, a triple board-certified psychiatrist who left traditional academia to challenge the outdated models of psychiatry. Dr. Storage introduces us to a revolutionary perspective: mental health is brain health. Through advanced imaging, science-backed frameworks, and a focus on true brain function, he reveals how we can move beyond labels, stigma, and guesswork in treating conditions like anxiety, depression, ADHD, and dementia.

From uncovering the BRIGHT MINDS framework for dementia prevention to exploring how sleep, exercise, and nutrition are the pillars of brain health, this episode bridges modern neuroscience with timeless wisdom. Whether you’re curious about managing mental health differently or simply seeking practical tools for wellness, this conversation will change how you think about your brain and your life.

Links Mentioned in the Episode:

🧘‍♂️ Learn Art of Living Part 1: https://bit.ly/3ZDssMJ

🧘‍♂️ Learn Art of Living with Jitesh Vaswani: https://bit.ly/4dzyTpS

🔥 Shankara: https://bit.ly/3SPGVBE

🔥 Sri Sri Tattva: https://bit.ly/4mWKO5q

📲 Connect with Jitesh Vaswani: https://www.instagram.com/jiteshvaswani/

🎧 More from Beyond the Known: https://instagram.com/beyondtheknownpod | https://youtube.com/@beyondtheknownpodcast?si=cnHLfr_kXuRUJikj

📲 Connect with Dr Steven Storage: https://www.instagram.com/drstevenstorage/

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In this powerful episode of Beyond the Known, the host, Jitesh Vaswani, sits down with Paul Hutchinson, a man who walked away from a multi-billion-dollar empire to step into the darkest corners of the world. Once the co-founder of Bridge Investment Group, Paul traded boardroom prestige for undercover missions, risking his life to rescue children. His story fuels the global movement behind Sound of Freedom, both the film and the book, and reveals the raw truth about the fastest-growing criminal enterprise in the world.But this conversation goes deeper than undercover operations. Paul opens up about the cycle of unhealed trauma, and why true liberation begins with healing ourselves. From breathwork and meditation to conscious parenting and global awareness, Paul’s mission is not only to save children but to inspire humanity to rise above fear, greed, and silence. This is more than an interview; it’s a call to awaken compassion, to protect the innocent, and to recognize that healing the world starts within.Links Mentioned in the Episode: 🧘‍♂️ Learn Art of Living Part 1: https://bit.ly/3ZDssMJ 🧘‍♂️ Learn Art of Living with Jitesh Vaswani: https://bit.ly/4dzyTpS 🔥 Shankara: https://bit.ly/3SPGVBE 🔥 Sri Sri Tattva: https://bit.ly/4mWKO5q📲 Connect with Jitesh Vaswani: https://www.instagram.com/jiteshvaswani/🎧 More from Beyond the Known: https://instagram.com/beyondtheknownpod | https://youtube.com/@beyondtheknownpodcast?si=cnHLfr_kXuRUJikj📲 Connect with Paul Hutchinson: https://www.instagram.com/liberating.humanity ✨ Don’t forget to Like, Comment, Subscribe, and Share if this episode speaks to you

In this heartfelt episode of Beyond The Known, the host, Jitesh Vaswani, sits down with Sunny Promyotin, the multi-instrumentalist and vocalist of the band, Sunny and The Black Pack, to express his extraordinary journey, one shaped by trauma, transformed by music, and illuminated by the power of positivity. From writing his very first song to building an online community that connected millions through music, Sunny shares how resilience, gratitude, and creativity have been his guiding lights. His story moves from Thailand to the U.S., from producing films to performing soulful music, and from battling severe health challenges to redefining what it means to truly live with joy.

Through stories of survival, overcoming sepsis, losing 250 pounds, and finding healing in family, art, and sound, Sunny reminds us that happiness is a practice, not a destination. His reflections on love, loss, and inner peace are universally resonant. This conversation is a powerful reminder that even in life’s darkest chapters, music, gratitude, and positivity can carry us beyond the known.

Links Mentioned in the Episode: 

🧘‍♂️ Learn Art of Living Part 1: https://bit.ly/3ZDssMJ 

🧘‍♂️ Learn Art of Living with Jitesh Vaswani: https://bit.ly/4dzyTpS 

🔥 Shankara: https://bit.ly/3SPGVBE 

🔥 Sri Sri Tattva: https://bit.ly/4mWKO5q

📲 Connect with Jitesh Vaswani: https://www.instagram.com/jiteshvaswani/

🎧 More from Beyond the Known: https://instagram.com/beyondtheknownpod  | https://youtube.com/@beyondtheknownpodcast?si=cnHLfr_kXuRUJikj

📲 Connect with Sunny Promyotin: https://www.instagram.com/blackmediapresents/ 

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