In this episode Peter Parnes, a Clinical and Educational Psychologist, discusses some of the impacts we are seeing mentally living in a more isolated world during the COVID-19 pandemic. We discuss the emotional impact living under such circumstances may have and how to construct your daily life in order to stay mentally well. We move on to talk about Peter’s expertise in children’s psychology and more specifically in the area of divorce and the impact it can have on children's behaviours.More information about Peter and his practice can be foundhere: http://psychology4.com/ (http://psychology4.com/)Connect with me:Follow me on https://www.instagram.com/roshanchhatralia/ (instagram.com/roshanchhatralia/)Follow me on https://www.facebook.com/RoshanChhatralia/ (facebook.com/roshanchhatralia/)Subscribe to the show here and newsletter https://roshanchhatralia.com/podcast (roshanchhatralia.com/podcast) How can I support the podcast?1. Tell a friend 2. Share online 3. Subscribe and review (subscribing helps morepeople know by bumping the show up the rankings)4. Donate – nope. This podcast is entirely free!The effort it takes to produce I can’t tell you but it is my pleasure. If you’d like to show your appreciation, get out there and do something nice for anyoneyou chose. Enjoy.

In this episode I speak to Radhika Dattanti, Psychodynamic therapist and previously mentorship community leader for young people at risk of offending. We talk about what led Radhika to pursue a life rich in community initiatives in which she has counselled young people for the last decade. We discuss how Radhika and my path crossed more recently and how she helped my own journey in being a mentor.Radhika’s thoughts and reflections are not limited to younger people who might be at a higher risk of offending but can be helpful for anyone, including myself, looking to work on themselves and identify the potential limiting defence systems they have in place.I am in awe of Radhika’s passion and energy for the work she gets involved with. Enjoy listening. Radhika mentions a free service on the podcast if you’re coping with loss/bereavement:http://www.bereavementcareandsupport.co.uk/Connect with me:Follow me on https://www.instagram.com/roshanchhatralia/ (instagram.com/roshanchhatralia/)Follow me on https://www.facebook.com/RoshanChhatralia/ (facebook.com/roshanchhatralia/)Subscribe to the show here and newsletter https://roshanchhatralia.com/podcast (roshanchhatralia.com/podcast)How can I support the podcast?1.      Tell a friend2.      Share online3.      Subscribe and review (subscribing helps more people know by bumping the show up the rankings)4.      Donate – nope. This podcast is entirely free! The effort it takes to produce I can’t tell you but it is my pleasure. If you’d like to show your appreciation, get out there and do something nice for anyone you chose. Enjoy.5.      Connect with me or the show on social media.

In this episode Seema shares with us her journey into the amateur boxing world – a journey she undertook as an adult after having worked and developed a career in the city. Seema talks to us about how her initial involvement in boxing as a hobby turned into something much bigger and more serious in becoming an amateur boxer. She explains how in pursuit of activities that make you happy, it's okay for it not to make sense to others, as long as it makes sense to you.   We talk about the benefits of sport and the character building experiences it has to offer whilst also discussing some of the more challenging aspects of sport, dealing with defeat and it being important to not be completely defined by your involvement in sport. To connect with Seema:https://www.instagram.com/_seemaaggarwal/Connect with me:Follow me on https://www.instagram.com/roshanchhatralia/ (instagram.com/roshanchhatralia/)Follow me on https://www.facebook.com/RoshanChhatralia/ (facebook.com/roshanchhatralia/)Subscribe to the show here and newsletter https://roshanchhatralia.com/podcast (roshanchhatralia.com/podcast) How can I support the podcast?1.      Tell a friend 2.      Share online 3.      Subscribe and review (subscribing helps more people know by bumping the show up the rankings)4.      Donate – nope. This podcast is entirely free! The effort it takes to produce I can’t tell you but it is my pleasure. If you’d like to show your appreciation, get out there and do something nice for anyone you chose. Enjoy. 5.      Connect with me or the show on social media.

Today we welcome on guest Sandro Forte - author, entrepreneur, inspirational speaker, host of The Sandro Forte Podcast and founder/managing partner of Forte Financial. In this episode Sandro talks us through some of his story, early life and how that has shaped his mindset for growth and business today. Sandro delivers a honest and direct approach to getting what you want out of life. A conversation that will have you holding yourself accountable.We talk further about how Sandro approaches his own business and managing adversities as and when they appear. Sandro shares the values he lives through his business, his perspective that sees him grow out of all experiences and practices that have helped him and people he has helped take steps towards getting what they want out of life.Some of the themes covered included: not finding excuses, ceasing the moment, finding the opportunity, breaking limiting beliefs and realising your potential.A great podcast to be listening half way through lockdown 2.0 closing out 2020.I hope it leaves you inspired and motivated but most importantly taking action.To connect with Sandro:https://www.sandroforte.com/ (https://www.sandroforte.com/)https://www.instagram.com/therealsandroforte/ (https://www.instagram.com/therealsandroforte/)Sandros Podcasthttps://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-sandro-forte-podcast/ (https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-sandro-forte-podcast/)Connect with me:Follow me on https://www.instagram.com/roshanchhatralia/ (instagram.com/roshanchhatralia/)Follow me on https://www.facebook.com/RoshanChhatralia/ (facebook.com/roshanchhatralia/)Subscribe to the show here and newsletter https://roshanchhatralia.com/podcast (roshanchhatralia.com/podcast)How can I support the podcast?1.      Tell a friend2.      Share online3.      Subscribe and review (subscribing helps more people know by bumping the show up the rankings)4.      Donate – nope. This podcast is entirely free! The effort it takes to produce I can’t tell you but it is my pleasure. If you’d like to show your appreciation, get out there and do something nice for anyone you chose. Enjoy.5.      Connect with me or the show on social media.

In this episode I have with me Shazma Ahmed. Shazma is a leadership and culture transformation coach with a background in law and regulation. In the episode we talk about leadership at all levels within business, getting the most out of your career with some deeper reflections and how coaching may be of service. We talk further about building more awareness over your motivations to lead and how to be an effective leader. Our conversation leads us to talk about how workplace culture has changed and how younger talent needs to me understood and manged in a new way. We touch on a topic that is of importance to me around bullying that can exist in a work place and how it is the responsibility of leadership to foster an environment in which this cannot exist.With many people trying to get the most from their careers and work life I am very excited and grateful to have had this conversation with my guest, Shazma, and for the meaningful messages she has voiced which I have no doubt will be helpful.To connect with Shazma:http://www.coachma.com/ (http://www.coachma.com/)https://www.linkedin.com/in/shazma-ahmed-2602a146/ (https://www.linkedin.com/in/shazma-ahmed-2602a146/)Follow me on https://www.instagram.com/roshanchhatralia/ (instagram.com/roshanchhatralia/)Follow me on https://www.facebook.com/RoshanChhatralia/ (facebook.com/roshanchhatralia/)Subscribe to the show here and newsletter https://roshanchhatralia.com/podcast (roshanchhatralia.com/podcast)How can I support the podcast?1.      Tell a friend2.      Share online3.      Subscribe and review (subscribing helps more people know by bumping the show up the rankings)4.      Donate – nope. This podcast is entirely free! The effort it takes to produce I can’t tell you but it is my pleasure. If you’d like to show your appreciation, get out there and do something nice for anyone you chose. Enjoy.5.      Connect with me or the show on social media.

In this episode I have with me Priya Halai. Priya is a yoga teacher and practitioner with a background in studying and researching behavioural science and happiness. In the episode we talk about some of Priya’s own research into behaviour and her findings and other research topics that have provided some interesting observations.We talk further about awareness, expectations, happiness and compassion as Priya talks us through some of her journey and experiences. Priya shares some practices around gratitude, compassion and keeping an experience diary – practices which can significantly impact your life if carried out consistently.Very grateful again to my guest, Priya, as I’m sure those who listen will be impacted. To connect with Priya:Follow - https://www.instagram.com/yoga_with_priya/ (instagram.com/yoga_with_priya/)Visit - https://priyahalai.com/full-moon-yoga-soundbath (priyahalai.com/full-moon-yoga-soundbath)Enjoy.Resources:Books mentioned:Grit - Angela DuckworthIt takes what it takes – Trevor MoawadTao Te Ching – Lao TzuFollow me on https://www.instagram.com/roshanchhatralia/ (instagram.com/roshanchhatralia/)Follow me on https://www.facebook.com/RoshanChhatralia/ (facebook.com/roshanchhatralia/)Subscribe to the show here and newsletter https://roshanchhatralia.com/podcast (roshanchhatralia.com/podcast)How can I support the podcast?1.      Tell a friend2.      Share online3.      Subscribe and review (subscribing helps more people know by bumping the show up the rankings)4.      Donate – nope. This podcast is entirely free! The effort it takes to produce I can’t tell you but it is my pleasure. If you’d like to show your appreciation, get out there and do something nice for anyone you chose. Enjoy.5.      Connect with me or the show on social media.Detailed show notes can be found @ https://blog.roshanchhatralia.com/podcast/episode-005-our-behaviours-mental-practices-and-happiness/

In this episode I go solo on this rare occasion. I thought given the launch of the podcast, it would be a good time for me to share my motivations for launching the podcast, where it’s going and how I’ve dealt with the crisis in 2020. I provide some reflections that I hope will inspire your own.I talk about how the impact of living alone in a flat has impacted my health and solutions I have found to manage some of the struggles I have encountered - including exercise, loneliness and weight gain. Back to the usual format next week. Enjoy.Follow me on https://www.instagram.com/roshanchhatralia/ (instagram.com/roshanchhatralia/)Follow me on https://www.facebook.com/RoshanChhatralia/ (facebook.com/RoshanChhatralia/)Subscribe to the show here and newsletter https://roshanchhatralia.com/podcast (roshanchhatralia.com/podcast)How can I support the podcast?1.      Tell a friend2.      Share online3.      Subscribe and review (subscribing helps more people know by bumping the show up the rankings)4.      Donate – nope. This podcast is entirely free! The effort it takes to produce I can’t tell you but it is my pleasure. If you’d like to show your appreciation, get out there and do something nice for anyone you chose. Enjoy.5.      Connect with me or the show on social media.Resources:What makes a good life? Lessons from the longest study on happiness | Robert Waldingerhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8KkKuTCFvzI&t=324s

In this episode, Bina Patel, talks about how her travels after graduating brought her face to face with the struggles of others all round the world and which drove her towards her work in the non-profit sector, working for an NGO today. We discuss the perspective gained from Bina’s travels, how to become more empathetic to others in needs and ultimately make a difference in something that matters to you. Our conversation leads us to talking about some human rights topics I have become more aware of recently including Windrush and artificial intelligence. I am incredibly grateful for the honest and direct messages Bina relays in this episode and questions arising as a result, like, what more can we do?Follow me on https://www.instagram.com/roshanchhatralia/ (instagram.com/roshanchhatralia/)Follow me on https://www.facebook.com/RoshanChhatralia/ (facebook.com/RoshanChhatralia/)Subscribe to the show here and newsletter https://roshanchhatralia.com/podcast (roshanchhatralia.com/podcast) How can I support the podcast?1.      Tell a friend 2.      Share online 3.      Subscribe and review (subscribing helps more people know by bumping the show up the rankings)4.      Donate – nope. This podcast is entirely free! The effort it takes to produce I can’t tell you but it is my pleasure. If you’d like to show your appreciation, get out there and do something nice for anyone you chose. Enjoy. 5.      Connect with me or the show on social media.Resources:African Renaissance When art meets powerhttps://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/m000lwf5Sitting in limbo (Windrush scandal recreation)https://www.bbc.co.uk/iplayer/episodes/p08g29ff/sitting-in-limboThe Great Hack (impact of social media strategies)https://www.netflix.com/gb/title/80117542Detailed show notes available at: https://blog.roshanchhatralia.com/uncategorized/episode-003-compassion-empathy-and-making-a-difference/ (roshanchhatralia.com/uncategorized/episode-003-compassion-empathy-and-making-a-difference/)

This episode of the Life Chhats podcast is in dedication to Peter Jackson Adu, father of my guest today Wilson, who has sadly recently passed. In this episode, Wilson Ntow, talks about how coming to the UK from Ghana as a child impacted his perspective on life and the opportunities available to him. Wilson talks us through his strong connection with sport and religion from a young age and how his life and mindset has benefited from his exposure to both. We discuss sport and religion and move into how young people who need support can find the help they need. Our conversation leads us to talking about some deeper topics around coping with loss and developing a mindset to manage difficult thoughts and circumstances. I am in awe of the infection energy my guest and friend Wilson exudes. I am honoured to be hosting a guest who is showing up and contributing in such away in the world around me and us. Resources:Links to the Church Wilson belongs to: http://facebook.com/leavalleysda (facebook.com/leavalleysda) http://twitter.com/leavalleysda (twitter.com/leavalleysda)https://www.instagram.com/leavalleysda/ (instagram.com/leavalleysda/)https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCO3PSZDQOC40dwFYgDgrByw (youtube.com/channel/leavalleysda)Other useful links to find help:Samaritans and NSPCC helpline to talk about any of your concerns :)https://www.samaritans.org/how-we-can-help/contact-samaritan/ (amaritans.org/how-we-can-help/contact-samaritan/)Samaritans help line number, call: 116 123https://www.nspcc.org.uk/keeping-children-safe/our-services/nspcc-helpline/ (nspcc.org.uk/keeping-children-safe/our-services/nspcc-helpline/)NSPCC help line for advice, call: 0808 800 5000 Detailed show notes available at: https://blog.roshanchhatralia.com/podcast/episode-002-sport-religion-help/ (roshanchhatralia.com/podcast/episode-002-sport-religion-help/)Connect with me:Follow me on https://www.instagram.com/roshanchhatralia/ (instagram.com/roshanchhatralia/)Follow me on https://www.facebook.com/RoshanChhatralia/ (facebook.com/RoshanChhatralia/)Subscribe to the show here and newsletter https://roshanchhatralia.com/podcast (roshanchhatralia.com/podcast) How can I support the podcast?1.      Tell a friend 2.      Share online 3.      Subscribe and review (subscribing helps more people know by bumping the show up the rankings)4.      Donate – nope. This podcast is entirely free! The effort it takes to produce I can’t tell you but it is my pleasure. If you’d like to show your appreciation, get out there and do something nice for anyone you chose. Enjoy. 5.      Connect with me or the show on social media.

In this first episode of the podcast I talk with my friend and former colleague Zahir about how he left a career in finance, founded a start-up and went on to pursue a career in the civil service. He mentions how his decision making process has evolved along with his life, now having a young family.Zahir talks about the not so simple journey to finding your career path, managing working life with a young family and ultimately finding a perspective that feels good.He shares some incredibly powerful reflections, insights and how it has impacted his perspective today.I am incredibly grateful to be kicking this podcast off in this way. A big thank you from me to my guest and friend Zahir.Follow me on https://www.instagram.com/roshanchhatralia/ (instagram.com/roshanchhatralia/)Follow me on https://www.facebook.com/RoshanChhatralia/ (facebook.com/RoshanChhatralia/)Subscribe to the show here and newsletter at https://roshanchhatralia.com/podcast (roshanchhatralia.com/podcast)How can I support the podcast?1.      Tell a friend2.      Share online3.      Subscribe and review (subscribing helps more people know by bumping the show up the rankings)4.      Donate – nope. This podcast is entirely free! The effort it takes to produce I can’t tell you but it is my pleasure. If you’d like to show your appreciation, get out there and do something nice for anyone you chose. Enjoy.5.      Connect with me or the show on social media.Resources:Cold showers: https://www.healthline.com/health/cold-shower-benefits#takeaway (https://www.healthline.com/health/cold-shower-benefits#takeaway)Cold water swimming, lot’s of great articles here (NEVER SWIM ALONE): https://www.outdoorswimmingsociety.com/6-tips-for-cold-water-swimming/ (https://www.outdoorswimmingsociety.com/6-tips-for-cold-water-swimming/)Detailed show notes available at https://blog.roshanchhatralia.com/podcast/ep1-finding-perspective/ (https://blog.roshanchhatralia.com/podcast/ep1-finding-perspective/)