What happens when one sentence changes a family’s trajectory? 

Kushy Singh, social worker and founder of COMMS (Color of My Skin), shares how her grandfather’s experience with racism in 1970s Britain sparked a mission rooted in courage, clarity, and community.

What you will learn:

• How racism moves from institutions into everyday interactions
• Why COMMS launched as a wearable message to spark conversation
• How youth programs, mentorship, and community support turn awareness into action

Key takeaways:

• Visibility creates dialogue that can shift culture
• Gratitude and identity strengthen resilience in the face of bias
• Acceptance works when everyone sees themselves in the mission

Listen now to Kushy Singh’s powerful story and the movement behind COMMS. 

Watch on YouTube or subscribe to Yog Nation’s Spirit of Gratitude podcast for more conversations that move communities forward.

A doctor can predict a prognosis, but only you decide your story. Sascha Gorokhoff, born with the most severe form of spina bifida and told he’d never walk, shares how he turned adversity into leadership, resilience, and purpose.

🧠What you will learn:

• How to reframe bullying and low expectations into actionable growth
• Practical tactics for parents guiding children through challenges
• Ways to use AI to amplify skills, creativity, and productivity without losing yourself

🔑 Key takeaways:

• Identity grows where attention goes, anchored by gratitude
• Adversity is raw material for problem-solving and momentum
• Technology should extend your values, not replace them

Listen now to Sascha Gorokhoff's inspiring story and practical guidance. Watch on YouTube or subscribe to Yog Nation’s Spirit of Gratitude podcast for more conversations that transform limits into opportunity.

What if the fastest way to grow stronger is to lead with your heart?

This best-of episode of Spirit of Gratitude brings together lessons from past guests, including a martial arts grandmaster, a Hollywood actor, a tech leader, a Motown frontman, an educator, a veteran radio host, a master restorer, and a pro coach, offering actionable insights for turning adversity into momentum.

🔍 What you will learn:

• How fear becomes fuel when courage leads with heart
• Why joy, play, and gratitude are essential for performance and resilience
• Practical ways to build character, community, and purpose in everyday life

🔑 Key takeaways:

• Stress transforms into strength when met with gratitude
• True leadership combines humility, curiosity, and consistent action
• Adversity is a bridge to growth when approached with intention

Listen now for a powerful compilation of real-world tools and timeless wisdom.

Watch on YouTube or subscribe to YoggNation’s Spirit of Gratitude podcast for stories that inspire courage, connection, and measurable growth.

What if the toughest moments: bullying, illness, isolation, hold the key to your most resilient self? 

In this special episode, we highlight standout insights from EP 41 through 50 of the podcast, featuring past guests who turned adversity into strength and gratitude into impact.

🧠 What you will learn:

• How past guests turned online hate into audience growth
• Why gratitude expands through service and shared struggle
• Ways real community beats empty digital engagement

🔑 Key takeaways:

• Resilience grows in discomfort
• Healing starts with ownership and honest reflection
• True belonging is built through shared experience, not likes

Listen now for a powerful blend of hard-earned wisdom and practical hope.

Watch on YouTube or subscribe on your favorite podcast platform to explore more from YoggNation’s mission-driven archive.

What does it take to build champions without breaking people? 

Coach Malek Ben-Musa shares a leadership philosophy forged through immigration, adversity, and decades on the field from Europe to Austin and into the world of MLS NEXT.

What you will learn:

• Why gratitude and faith drive consistent performance
• How to lead with safety, character, and ownership under pressure
• The real meaning of passion: disciplined persistence through the tough moments

Key takeaways:

• Leadership starts with belief, not control
• Coaching is about shaping people, not just players
• Cultural intelligence unlocks potential that others overlook

Listen now to Coach Malek Ben-Musa's powerful take on leadership, growth, and purpose.

Watch on YouTube or subscribe to YoggNation’s: Spirit of Gratitude podcast for more stories that redefine what winning means.

How does a small show with a big heart grow into a movement? 

Host Yogesh Patel takes you behind the scenes of Spirit of Gratitude’s first year, from an Anthem Awards finalist nod to a packed gratitude gala celebrating real community and connection.

🧠 What You Will Learn:

• How clarity, consistency, and empathy shaped the show’s rebrand
• Why serving one core message beats chasing every algorithm trend
• How storytelling can turn awareness into action and compassion into culture

🗝️ Key Takeaways:

• Authentic growth comes from mission, not metrics
• Gratitude builds communities that last
• The right story told well can change how people see each other

Listen now to the Spirit of Gratitude one-year reflection. Watch on YouTube or subscribe to YoggNation: The Spirit of Gratitude podcast for stories that prove kindness and courage still matter.

What can a 120-year-old car teach about passion, perseverance, and giving back?

Master restorer Alan Travis shows how restoring history is about more than cars, it’s about inspiring others, sharing knowledge, and living with gratitude.

🧠 What You Will learn:

• How mentoring students and sharing restoration knowledge keeps history alive
• Why true passion is measured by hands-on engagement, not just admiration
• A Jay Leno story that shows the joy, respect, and camaraderie in craftsmanship

🗝️ Key takeaways:

• Preservation of the past fuels education and personal growth
• Gratitude and dedication sustain both people and their passions
• Sharing what you love amplifies purpose and inspires the next generation

Listen now to Alan Travis’s journey through history, mentorship, and the spirit of gratitude.

Watch on YouTube or subscribe to YoggNation’s Spirit of Gratitude podcast for stories that celebrate resilience, passion, and purpose.

What makes sports more than a game? Damon Bruce, a voice woven into two decades of Bay Area sports talk, shares how a broadcast can become a bond connecting families, generations, and communities.

💡 What you will learn:

• How sports reveal character, humility, and gratitude
• Lessons in leadership from Steve Kerr and championship culture
• Why real connection matters more than social media noise

🗝️ Key takeaways:

• Victory means little without humanity
• Gratitude grounds both athletes and fans
• True community lives in real conversations, not online debates

Listen now to Damon Bruce’s powerful take on sports, life, and connection. Watch on YouTube or subscribe to YoggNation’s Spirit of Gratitude podcast for more stories that remind us what really matters.

What if one teacher’s belief could change your entire story? 

Assistant principal and 2020 Teacher of the Year Santosh Kumar shares how empathy, courage, and gratitude shaped his journey from bullied student to educator and coach.

💡 What you will learn:

• How systems, not slogans, build fearless students
• Tools to help teens manage the inner critic
• Why schools and parents must team up in the digital age

🗝️ Key takeaways:

• Gratitude and reflection strengthen learning
• Confidence grows when identity is separate from outcomes
• One adult’s belief can rewrite a student’s future

Listen now to hear Santosh’s inspiring journey. Watch on YouTube or subscribe to YoggNation’s Spirit of Gratitude podcast for more stories of resilience and growth.

What happens when one man lives out two dreams, one in the NFL and one on the Motown stage? 

Sydney Justin, former defensive back and lead singer of The Miracles, shares a life shaped by perseverance, prophecy, and love.

💡 What you will learn:

• How rejection and resilience fueled Sydney’s rise from sandlot football to the Super Bowl
• The incredible story of Ray Charles predicting his future as Smokey Robinson’s successor
• Why love and gratitude are the driving forces behind both his music and his relationships

🗝️ Key takeaways:

• Persistence opens doors even when the odds seem impossible
• Hidden talents often reveal themselves when you stay true to your passions
• Success is measured by connection, kindness, and love—not titles or trophies

Listen now to hear how Sydney Justin turned two dreams into reality and why leading with love can transform every pursuit.