The Values Workshop

The chat goes into what is clearly uncharted territory for me - Optimism. Talking to the #youth is a wonderful opportunity to discover what keeps the world moving. Ayush Jain is a calm, cool customer when it comes to difficult questions. His answers are quietly contemplative and he uses words without cleverness and guile to really help us understand his perspective as clearly as he can. It is a joy to hear things of tomorrow for those who are going to live in it. Have a look and let me know how you like it. For the video, check www.youtube.com/c/thevaluesworkshop

An interesting and unexpected chat...at times meandering, but nothing seems to affect the depth of the topic or the questions or the answers at any point. Roshan Shetty is a man who has lived the corporate life among the many other lives of trying, failing, succeeding, helping others and feeling helpless himself. Seems like a rich experience? It is. He is generously vulnerable and allows both, his reading and his experience to come up when required to answer my provocative queries instinctively. From morality to anxiety, we have covered a fair ground about quite a few vital subjects. Do check out this fascinating conversation. For the video, please check www.youtube.com/c/thevaluesworkshop

Khanjan is a sorted lady. She is clear, confident, measured and easy with her answers to questions on what #technology is doing to communication and at the pace it is available in our lives. She is not negative but agrees some checks and balances are required, a change of perspective is needed to optimize the usage and reduce the burden on self-imagery #socialmedia has put on us. Some laughs, some uh-oh reactions, and some insights arise in the fun kind of conversation. Do check it out. For the video, check www.youtube.com/c/thevaluesworkshop

It is a simple kind of conversation, not very deep, but very moving though. Urmish Suchday guides us into his mind full of love and admiration for the mountains with short, sweet answers. But this is till I provoke him to share some stories...then he takes on a completely different avatar, taking us through little details of his treks, the challenges, his learnings, his love of #uttarakhand and the Dos and Don'ts of #mountaintravel. It is a different kind of chat for me too, and I enjoyed it. The only regret I have is, I finished my #tea before the chat. A cuppa #chai with this kind of conversation would have been just perfect. You can do that. Let me know how it you enjoy it :) For the video, check www.youtube.com/c/thevaluesworkshop

A dramatic title could have been a risk, and it was, but Pragya jumped right in and made it a delight of a conversation. We have had such insightful things spoken about in this chat, that you will be amazed at both, the wisdom of vulnerability being shared, and the guest's perspective of her difficult journey. It is truly a blessing of a conversation and I am glad to have discussed #selfies #selfishness and a lot about inner work with this amazing gem of a guest. Do check it out. For the video, check www.youtube.com/c/thevaluesworkshop

#Dhamma is timeless. In this episode, I am grateful to speak to Herman Schreuder, a teacher of #samathameditation which involves chanting of #Buddho and reflecting on the qualities of the Buddha. A happy and pleasant conversation, ideal for whoever is interested in delving deeper into #meditation. You will find Herman's answers are precise and clear, an indication of his practice and compassion. Do have a look...you will find his simplicity both engaging and endearing. Check it out. For the video, check www.youtube.com/c/thevaluesworkshop

A provocative topic, if ever there was one. Like always, my chat with Hemant Gupta takes a different route from what I presume. He speaks about holding opposing views and being able to study their worth by going deeper than taking superficial sides. We are also lucky to bring in 'individual agency' and possibilities in a topic which seems to be 'global' - leading to an interesting exchange of thoughts. Personal meets international in examples, and the take-home message remains universal. Do check it out. For the video, check www.youtube.com/c/thevaluesworkshop

P. Pu. Pankajbhai is a man on a noble mission. His single-minded effort lies in spreading his understanding and technique of finding happiness within, armed with the lessons of many great masters. He has been a scientist and his search for finding the meaning of life has led to the answers he kindly shares with many. He intends to reach all the people regardless of age, sex, social strata and help them lead a happier and meaningful existence. Dig deeper into his methods and guidance by logging on to his website here:www.paramsukhonlinegurukul.comThis talk in Hindi is almost like a discourse and will help you understand his teachings - I have simply asked a couple of relevant questions and he has been evocative in sharing detailed answers. May all benefit from our intent to serve.For the video, please check www.youtube.com/c/thevaluesworkshop

My OG guest and co-podcaster Sujatha joins me once more and this time we get into a conversation about #teenagers. It is a tricky chat, but we seem to align on many things including respect, giving space and understanding the various issues that come with being young. The importance of passing the baton in terms of our values and ethics is also delved into. A short conversation, but it covers decent ground. Have a look. Many interesting stories in here :) For the video, check www.youtube.com/c/thevaluesworkshop

This is clearly one of the most fascinating and different chats I have had, since the topic is something I had almost no knowledge of, at all. Luckily, Moiz is a passionate and a learned #dogtrainer. He educates us, takes difficult questions, shares stories of personal and professional interaction, talks about dog behaviour and personalities and a lot more. What an insightful and engaging chat into the world of a #doglover and #dogtraining this is. Do have a look. For the video, check www.youtube.com/c/thevaluesworkshop