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Meet Neil Cabral. He's a free thinker, amateur triathlete and interested in astrophysics. Father to our cat, Achilles and married to me. We decided to do a free wheeling conversation of some of the things that matter to us - namely self discovery, the planet and well being in relationships. Join in. Have a laugh. Maybe take some notes. This is us, unscripted and unplanned.  

Take the "Strengths Survey" at this link : https://www.authentichappiness.sas.upenn.edu/questionnaires/survey-character-strengths

Imagine a world where our responses to life's challenges were kinder and more thought out. Imagine being able to navigate life's challenges without worry and despair. Is this even possible?  

Meet mindfulness thought leader Sapan Shrimal. With a corporate background, grounded in principles of mindfulness, Vipassana, NLP and modern psychology, Sapan is the Director of new movement in the workplace with his company Monk@Work.   

Join us in this essential podcast where we talk about:

- The nature of stress  

- Why our brain reacts to stress the way it does 

- New advances in neuroplasticity and what it means for stress management 

- A simple mindfulness technique that is proven to lower stress 

- Specific examples on how to manage loss of identity, loss of a loved one or a bad diagnosis  

Reach Sapan at: 

Email: [email protected] 

Facebook: Monk At Work 

Instagram: monk.at.work 

LinkedIn: Monk@Work

At 27, Neil DSilva has already lived a lifetime. A well known amateur triathlete, free spirited and articulate, he is an example of hope and overcoming adversity. Neil talks about overcoming addiction through sport and of his recent health diagnosis of ADD and Bipolar. He speaks of sharing his story so that others may garner hope that things do get better. Join us on this candid, inspiring chat.

To reach Neil:

Instagram: @neildsilvha3

Facebook: Neil Nixon DSilva

Email: [email protected]

Video Interview: https://youtu.be/ZspY1Cc6HfU

Protima Sharma. 

A change agent who is working towards creating a better world for her children. And for India's children.  

After an impressive career in HR, she founded PeopleWiz, an HR firm that helps build organizations that are ready for tomorrow. 

To me, her super power is her unique perspective and work in the arena of Child Welfare in India. Her inner strength and resilience in navigating a difficult subject matter and finding the ways in which we can contribute is worth celebrating.  

Tune in to hear from her about the adoption systems in India, the challenges and solutions that will create a better nation for all of us.

'Only dreams are real' says his bio. 

And making his dreams happen is his passion.  

Meet Rinat Mustafin, a remarkable endurance athelete, entrepreneur, father to 4 sons and mentor to many. His impressive achievements include being the Top 100 in the Marathon des Sables, Ultraman distances, Ironman feats - just to name a few. We talk about how he transformed his life (and business) through sport and his views on achieving big goals.  

Watch the interview : https://youtu.be/wpOr9b2Q5Mg

Instagram: @tri.rinat.mustafin 

Facebook: Rinat Mustafin 

Website: https://dubai.ilovesupersport.comand https://iron-star.com/en

No man is an island. Human beings have evolved and thrived through tribes. It is our way to serve and feel valued and our communities become our safe spaces.

Meet Eva Kerr, a podcast host, sound healer and lighthouse to the community. 

Eva's work in the community includes creating safe spaces for expression, healing and unity for men and women through yoga, meditation and empowerment circles. 

Tune in for this warm conversation between two friends looking to help you build your own tribe.  

Instagram : @shantisoulhealing 

Apple Podcast : Shanti Voice

Ania has quite an extraordinary biography. Born in Odessa, Ukraine, she studied for a Masters Degree in Philology. At the age of 25, she moved to Paris where she studied art history, painting and acting. Ania starred in French movies including Laurent Thomas's feature “Le Mystère de la Dame Blanche”.

Ania started practicing the Zhong Yuan Qigong system over 12 years ago. Today, she is a certified Qigong Instructor. She is fortunate to be a personal student of Grand Master Xu Mingtang, and she has participated twice in the Shaolin Advanced Training Programs under his guidance. Ania now lives in Dubai and pursues a life of balance between being a business entrepreneur and continuing her spiritual journey.

In this episode, we talk about what it means to be truly free and the ways one can develop an inner sense of freedom.

Instagram: @aniashnyukova

https://www.facebook.com/ania.shnyukova

Interview : https://youtu.be/zN9FMjVaVwQ

From career shifts in real estate, investment banking, accounting and hospitality to becoming one of the Middle East's most influential food and travel Instagram influencers - Join us as we speak with Talal Al Rashed about his adventurous journey in the culinary world!  

Instagram: @talal.alrashed 

Website: www.thecontourage.com

This week we are serving up some glamour and life lessons with beauty queen Adele Smith. 

Adele won the prestigious Miss Caribbean 1999 and Miss Fitness 2002. She is a mom, vegan and health coach. In this conversation she shares her experience of winning pageants to failing and then succeeding in marriages. Through her sunny personality, she navigates some advice for us all. Tune in.  

To follow Adele:  

Instagram: @adelefsmith 

Facebook: Adele F. Smith  

Facebook Group: the Veginner  

Facebook Group: Innerlight Circle  

Youtube: Adele F Smith

Episode 1 features Adrian Kerr. Adrian Kerr is a kitesurfer, podcast and livestream host. The kitesurf365 podcast has been downloaded in over 160 countries worldwide and hosting the sports biggest stars. Locked down and live is a twice a week show that streams out to a audience of over 90,000 people.  

Follow Adrian here: 

Instagram: @kitesurf365 

Website: www.kitesurf365.com 

iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/ae/podcast/kitesurf365-a-podcast-for-kitesurfers/id1323480217