What’s On Your Mind?

Priyanka Vakil breaks down the expectation versus reality of "careers." We discuss where those expectations come from, how those expectations may or may not differ across cultures/countries/families/economics/etc. and the detriment they can have on people's sesnse of purpose and their mental health. While this is a flashblack to 2 years ago, the conversation is still relevant today.

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This episode is produced in part by Keep It 100 Productions, a podcast and video production company that specializes in sharing stories of everyday people. Whether you’re looking to start your show, or need assistance with the upkeep and editing, Keep It 100 Productions will provide a solution that is custom built for your needs. To learn more, visit https://keepit100prod.com

In Memphis since 2015, Mark Fleischer is the Founder and Executive Director of StoryBoard Memphis, the nonprofit multimedia platform supporting Memphis and Mid-South Arts, Culture and Community through the power of storytelling. Storyboard's latest story covers Ernest Withers - civil rights photographer from Memphis, TN. If you enjoyed The PIcture Taker at the Memphis Indie Film Festival, you'll absolutely enjoy Storyboard's coverage of the famous "pointing" courtroom photo: https://storyboardmemphis.org/op-ed-corner/the-story-behind-the-picture-a-discovery-in-plain-site/

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This episode is produced in part by Keep It 100 Productions, a podcast and video production company that specializes in sharing stories of everyday people. Whether you’re looking to start your show, or need assistance with the upkeep and editing, Keep It 100 Productions will provide a solution that is custom built for your needs. To learn more, visit https://keepit100prod.com

Sarah Donnell is one of the most inspiring and meaningful people in my life. I'm so happy to share a glimpse into our relationship and what makes her special. I met Sarah during my undergrad years at UNC Chapel Hill and quickly realized that she was my big sister away from home. Her kindness and creativity saved me in many ways. Enjoy this flashback conversation from over 2 years ago. Learn more about her at https://www.sarahdcreative.com/

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This episode is produced in part by Keep It 100 Productions, a podcast and video production company that specializes in sharing stories of everyday people. Whether you’re looking to start your show, or need assistance with the upkeep and editing, Keep It 100 Productions will provide a solution that is custom built for your needs. To learn more, visit https://keepit100prod.com

Tori FitzGerald is a retired DC Fitness Instructor for the Miami-inspired, dance cardio company, 305 Fitness. After spending 6 years teaching clients how to "make sweat sexy", Tori and her 305 DJ husband, Pat, moved to the Maryland suburbs when the DC studio closed in June 2022. Today, her fitness routine still involves plenty of cardio as she logs miles for marathon training and discovers how to create a new routine to maintain her fitness habits. Enjoy this episode which was recorded 2 years ago!

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This episode is produced in part by Keep It 100 Productions, a podcast and video production company that specializes in sharing stories of everyday people. Whether you’re looking to start your show, or need assistance with the upkeep and editing, Keep It 100 Productions will provide a solution that is custom built for your needs. To learn more, visit https://keepit100prod.com

Thurga Sivananthan used the Law of Attraction to completely transform her inner and outer world after struggling with mental health issues for decades. Thurga speaks about her personal mental health journey. She also discusses her professional trajectory as she moved from working as a substance abuse professional working with incarcerated people to now working as a coach and entrepreneur. Content warning: suicide, depression, eating disorders, substance misuse and abuse