Untether Your Life

Untether Your Life

By Nikhil TorsekarHealth & FitnessMental Health
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Untether Your Life episodes

  • 13: Sujata Day - The "Triple Threat" Behind Top Netflix Hit Definition Please

    Sujata Day is a "triple threat:" she wrote, directed, and starred in Definition Please, now available on Netflix. Set in Greensburg, PA, the film takes a uniquely raw, unflinching, and at times comedic look at mental health issues in the South Asian community

    In this episode, Shelly and Nikhil speak with Sujata about the motivations behind Definition Please, mental illness in the South Asian community, and what's next for the talented filmmaker and actress.

    For more information:

    • Sujata Day - sujataday.com
    • Shelly Sood - shellysood.com
    • The Shelly Story podcast - theshellystory.com
    • 29 min
    • 12: Dr. Jyothsna Bhat on Mental Health in the South Asian community

      Dr. Jyothsna S. Bhat, PsyD, is a clinical psychologist and mental health advocate specializing in the treatment of anxiety, depression, ADHD, relationship and family issues, and stress management. She is a featured contributor on Psychology Today, and runs a practice based out of Pennsylvania and New Jersey.

      Nikhil spoke with Dr. Bhat about the impact of mental health on South Asian communities - both in the United States and abroad. They discuss numerous issues, including the "model minority myth," the role of technology and social media, organizations that are helping address the issues, and ways South Asians can manage stress and anxiety.

      For more information about Dr. Bhat, please visit her Website (bhatpsych.com) or check out her column at Psychology Today (psychologytoday.com).

      1 hr 4 min
    • 11: Guest Appearance on The Bright Side of Life with Melissa Bright

      Melissa Bright is the host of The Bright Side Podcast, in which she and her guests "navigate and discuss people's successful journeys to happiness." She spoke with Shelly and Nikhil about their journey in getting to the root of Nikhil's mental illness five years ago. 

      After a harrowing journey, involving near dissolution of her marriage of 15 years, Shelly discovered the unparallaled joy of helping to saving a life. This informed her decision to launch a thriving healthcare practice that helps patients suffering from degenerative conditions.

      Melissa concludes by speaking with them about what "The Bright Side of Life" really means to each of them.

      1 hr 32 min
    • 10: The Power of Meditation and Mindfulness

      Ben Fuchs is the host of The Bright Side syndicated radio program. He is a pharmacist, nutritionist and skin care chemist with more than 30 years of experience, most notably his launch of the Truth Treatment Systems™ line of skin care products.

      In this episode, Shelly's husband Nikhil speaks with Ben about techniques that have been effective in managing bipolar disorder. These include meditation, mindfulness, metacognition, and regular exercise. Ben and Nikhil speak about the importance of the breath in regulating emotions, and the teachings of Deepak Chopra.

      18 min
    • 9: Follow up with Frankie Boyer, The Frankie Boyer Show

      Frankie Boyer is the host of The Frankie Boyer Radio Show, carried on BizTalkRadio. She is an impassioned voice for folks seeking information on traditional and alternative approaches to lifestyle, healthcare and wellbeing. Five days a week, Frankie speaks to experts to educate listeners on taking personal responsibility for their own health and graceful aging. Through engaging dialogue with Dr. Andrew Weil, Deepak Chopra, Wayne Dyer, and thousands of other gurus Frankie seeks to explore effective solutions to diseases beyond superficial band-aids.

      Shelly Sood appeared on Frankie’s show as a follow up to her earlier appearance. For more information about Shelly, please visit shellysood.com. Frankie’s story and show can be found on her Website, frankieboyer.com

      11 min
    • 8: Follow up with Shep Cohen, WDVR's The World of Work

      This interview is a follow up to Shelly Sood's discussion with Shep Cohen (host of WDVR's The World of Work radio program). In this episode, Shelly's husband Nikhil talks about his experience with bipolar disorder, his family relationships, and what has helped him to better manage this illness.

      To learn more about the Untether Your Life platform, please visit shellysood.com.

      53 min
    • 7: Shelly Discusses Quantum Healing with Dr. Motherella and Walker

      Quantum healing is a holistic approach to health that appeals to folks looking for alternative approaches to mind, body, and soul care. In this episode, Shelly Sood speaks with Dr. Motherella and Walker, experts in this discipline. They touch on neuroplasticity, cellular vitality, and the role of authenticity in healing.

      To learn more about Motherella and Walker, please visit drmotherella.com or avatararmory.com. Learn more about Shelly Sood at shellysood.com.

      1 hr 28 min
    • 6: Guest Appearance on Poppoff with Mary Jane Popp

      Mary Jane Popp is the host of Poppoff, a fast-paced magazine radio show hosted on the KAHI radio network in Sacramento, California. The energetic and upbeat host is dedicated to keeping her listeners on the cutting edge of today’s hot button issues.

      In this episode, Shelly speaks with Mary Jane about what it means—as a mother of three, a wife, an entrepreneur, and author—to “have it all.” They discuss her four tips in achieving this elusive goal, as well as the past, present, and future for her healthcare company.

      28 min
    • 5: Guest Appearance on The Frankie Boyer Show with Frankie Boyer

      Frankie Boyer is the host of The Frankie Boyer Radio Show, carried on WADK Newport, WCRN 830 Worcester, and other stations. She is an impassioned voice for folks seeking information on traditional and alternative approaches to lifestyle, healthcare and wellbeing. Five days a week, Frankie speaks to experts to educate listeners on taking personal responsibility for their own health and graceful aging.

      Through engaging dialogue with Dr. Andrew Weil, Deepak Chopra, Wayne Dyer, and thousands of other gurus Frankie seeks to explore effective solutions to diseases beyond superficial band-aids.

      Shelly Sood appeared on Frankie’s show to discuss her success in helping her husband seek treatment for bipolar disorder – even after going through extremely acrimonious divorce proceedings. This experience, in turn, revealed to her the immense fulfillment in helping save another life, and spurred the launch of a thriving healthcare practice.

      Further, she speaks about how meditation, mindfulness, and spiritual healing helped her find inner peace and greater mind-body health and happiness.

      17 min
    • 4: Guest Appearance on Conversations with Rob with Rob Nobrega

      Rob Nobrega is host of the Conversations with Rob podcast, carried on 20 radio stations throughout the country. He interviews guests from all walks of life, with amazing stories to tell about climate change, mental health, politics, and myriad other issues. Previous guests include hedge fund manager and 2020 presidential candidate Tom Steyer.

      In this episode, Shelly Sood speaks with Rob about what shaped her journey in launching a thriving health care company and the comprehensive Untether Your Life platform.

      15 min

    About Untether Your Life

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    Untether Your Life empowers listeners to own their own health and break free of "templates" for managing physical and mental wellness, along with key issues impacting the South Asian diaspora. Nikhil Torsekar speaks with experts in meditation, folks who have struggled with mental illness, clinicians with insights on the South Asian experience, and other incredible guests.

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