Heart On My Sleeve

In the S02 finale Shunali Khullar Shroff, Author of 'Love In The Time Of Affluenza', talks about the modern Indian woman and the regressive views that still exist, especially in polite society. She also talks about balancing motherhood & work, her regrets, what a healthy relationship looks like and her view on whether a couple can move past adultery.Shunali ends this season with a much-needed reality check for all women. Her words & views are as inspiring, as they are empowering. Instagram: @shunalikhullarshroff1@heartonmysleeveofficial @manshakauranand

In this episode, Celebrity Nutritionist & Trainer, Sumaya Dalmia talks about her struggles with her body and how she found a balance that she now helps each of her clients with. She's a mother to two young girls and shares her style of parenting & her challenges with raising kids who have a healthy body image. Sumaya's guide to health and fitness is fuss-free and easily implementable.A must-listen for all the parents out there- new & old, but especially women whose lives & bodies have changed as a result of motherhood. Sumaya's tried & tested advice is refreshing as well as pure gold. But also for anyone who is looking to rework their relationship with food & fitness. Instagram: @sumayadalmia @heartonmysleeveofficial @manshakauranand

In this episode, Digital Editor at Ogaan India, Spardha Malik defines what a healthy body image is to her. Given her decade-long career in fashion, she talks about where it's headed and how fashion magazines are going to have to evolve to survive. Spardha shares how media, be it traditional or social, has shaped and continues to shape body perception, both others and our own. It's an episode filled with ways to build up your self-worth and become comfortable with who you are instead of letting others dictate that for you. Instagram: @spardhamalik @heartonmysleeveofficial @manshakauranand

In this episode, Image Enhancer & Inspirational Speaker, Benaisha Kharas Dongre shares her story of overcoming challenges from a very tender age and how she turned her struggles on their head to build a career that empowers people to be a more confident and charismatic version of themselves. Benaisha is India's youngest internationally certified image consultant. She's peppered this episode with anecdotes and actionable wisdom that will help you approach your equation with yourself and your relationships with the outside world in a whole new way. Instagram: @benaishakharas @heartonmysleeveofficial @manshakauranand

In this episode, Carol Singh, co-founder of Antidote & Vitality Hours, shares how her autoimmune condition was reversed through a combination of juicing, blending & intuitive eating. She goes on to share her many learnings around health & fitness that she picked while running her wellness company. Instagram: @antidotedrinks @vitalityhours @heartonmysleeveofficial Shop: https://www.antidote.co.in/

In this episode, Puja Marwaha, who is the CEO of CRY India (Child Rights & You) talks about why giving is something that should become part of the DNA & fibre of all Indians. The belief of 'Daan' only after reaching a certain age or level of success is problematic and there's much to learn from the West in this regard. She clarifies the 'What', Where & How' of giving and also shares her learnings from both the kids that she works with & her 27 years in the social sector. Donation link: https://www.cry.org/give Volunteer link: https://www.cry.org/volunteer-with-cry Instagram: @cry_india @pujamarwaha @heartonmysleeveofficial @manshakauranand

In this episode, Vandana Verma, who is the Head of Communications at Nicobar and Founder at The Tonic, talks about how balanced living and being patient with yourself is at the heart of wellness. We share our struggles with food & our bodies and how we've forged healthier relationships with both things now. We also discuss the importance of scheduling rest to prevent burnout. If you want to change your lifestyle or are in the process of it, then this episode is for you. P.S. It's peppered with lots of realistic self-care rituals. Instagram: @vandanaxverma @thetonic.co @heartonmysleeveofficial @manshakauranand

In this episode, Saaksha Bhat, who is one-half of the label Saaksha & Kinni, talks about how she has consistently broken the mould to lead a life where she makes her own rules. She shares her unconventional style of parenting, what working with her sister in law is like and how she brings this approach to her label. Later on in the episode, we talk about what a work-life balance realistically looks like when you're a new mother to a 7-month-old, living in a joint family and running a young company that's just taking off. Instagram: @saakshakinni @heartonmysleeveofficial @manshakauranand

In this episode, Former Editor-In-Chief of Harper's Bazaar & Elle India, Nonita Kalra talks about how we as a society can instil a healthy body image and greater self-worth into women everywhere. She shares her learnings during the lockdown, talks about where the shame we feel towards our bodies comes from and the role social media plays in it. Nonita's message to girls, women & mothers is the need of the hour. This refreshingly honest & empowering episode is one of the best things you'll hear this week. Instagram: @nonitakalra @heartonmysleeveofficial

In this very candid episode, Pastry Chef & Founder of Le 15 Patisserie & Cafe, Pooja Dhingra shares the highs & lows of the last 10 years of her career. She addresses founder fatigue & mental wellness in the realm of work. She also shares how she navigates & centres herself during stressful phases. Pooja talks about the importance of balancing life & work, all while maintaining a charming sense of humour. Instagram: @poojadhingra @heartonmysleeveofficial Podcast: 'NoSugarCoat' with Pooja Dhingra

Tuheena Raj of 'Words Of Worth' and I bring to you a collaborative episode. We talk about prioritising happiness, creating a healthy work-life balance, finding purpose, and managing expectations, among many other things. At the end of the episode, we share what we think makes for the pillars of a content and happy life. Tuheena's podcast: 'Words Of Worth by Tuheena Raj' Instagram: @wordsofworth @heartonmysleeveofficial @manshakauranand

In this episode, Celebrity & Bridal Stylist, Sanjana Batra talks about what a healthy body image looks like, how to make a good first impression and ways to fine-tune your personal style. We briefly touch upon mental wellness, where Sanjana also shares some of her quarantine epiphanies and we end the episode with her pointers to brides on looking timeless & planning a seamless post-corona wedding. Web: www.heartonmysleeve.in/ Insta: @sanjanabatra @heartonmysleeveofficial @manshakauranand

In this episode, MD & celebrity skin + wellness expert, Dr Kiran Sethi talks about gut health, eating for your skin, skincare myths, reducing stress so that it doesn't show on your face, underrated skincare habits products that you're probably wasting money on & so much more. www.isyaderm.com Instagram: @drkiransays @heartonmysleeveofficial

In this episode, Dr Anjali Hooda shares actionable tips & wisdom to not only help you get into great shape but to also boost your immunity during this pandemic. She talks about the pros & cons of popular diets - keto, intermittent fasting etc, busts food myths, shares ways to combat stress eating and talks about positive body image, all while maintaining a charming sense of humour.

In this episode, Malini Agarwal shares ways to deal with a bad phase, with negativity, her take on girl friendships and she gives advice to founders & those wanting to excel in their careers. But most importantly, she sheds light on mental health and the role that social media has to play in it. Don't forget to join her girl tribe. It's @Malinisgirltribe on Instagram & Facebook.

In this episode, Mehak and I talk about the guilt that is attached to being a career woman whilst being a mother and how she juggles both roles. She shares creative ways in which she manages time and gives advice to founders and women who want to excel in their fields. She ends the episode with advice to engaged couples who are stuck in limbo due to the pandemic.

Part 2 of my conversation with Jia Singh. In this episode, we continue our conversation around healthy relationships, discuss therapy and why there's so much reticence & shame attached to it and finally talk in-depth about girl friendships and their subtleties.

Part 1 of my conversation with Jia Singh. Jia is a wellness consultant and shares her personal journey with divorce, navigating through the aftermath and the importance of boundaries in all types of relationships in one's life - be it with love interests, friends or family.

We don't have control over how long a bad spell lasts but there are things that you can do to keep it together while you weather the storm and make it to the other end of a bad phase.

A poem that encapsulates the true meaning and purpose of life. Inspired by a life well-lived.

Whether they are the things that scare us, the things that come naturally to us or just plain laziness, we all have a few shortcomings that keep us right at the edge of almost living a life that is true to who we want to be. And this episode is about what those things are and how to overcome them.

We're well into the 1st month of this new decade and I'm sure you've already been bombarded by lists on how to change your life for the better this year. Instead of boring you with the same old spiel, in this episode, I share five things that you can put to action straight away. And I promise you that they are all non-clichéd, food for thought ideas that will get you in the right frame of mind to take 2020 by the horns and make this YOUR year!

How many New Year's goals have you accomplished in the past? Exhausted of disappointing yourself year after year? Make this time different! Use my ' 5 sphere method' of tackling life to actually see your 2020 resolutions through.

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This is a bite-sized episode that I penned down after the violence at Jamia University in Delhi on the 15th. It's about what's been happening in the country & the world at large and where we're headed if big steps aren't taken by leaders world over.

Self-respect is the foundation of a healthy, peaceful & content life. Honouring your worth ensures that you are treated well and given fair opportunities. This episode helps you build greater self-respect for a better life through 10 commandments.

A birthday special! An episode about the things that I know for sure as I turn a year older. I'm sharing my personal list of realisations about life, health, career and relationships as a big thank you for helping me grow this community to 38,000 listens strong

Have you ever had the feeling that a certain person or group of people have been avoiding you? This episode helps you figure out why and how to remedy it. A guide on how to be more likeable and not put your friends & acquaintances off by your behaviour.

Have you ever had the feeling that a certain person or group of people have been avoiding you? This episode helps you figure out why and how to remedy it. A guide on how to be more likeable and not put your friends & acquaintances off by your behaviour.

90% of us want all of the benefits of exercise but dread the thought of actually doing it. We stay consistent for 2-3 weeks but then lose our steam every single time. Instead of you running after exercise, this episode is about making it work for you! Happy listening x

On this Independence Day.. let's talk about what freedom means in todays context.

An episode that helps you figure out firstly, whether you're with the right person, what being with "The One" is supposed to feel like and more importantly, what to look for, in potential partners.

An episode about addressing your own insecurities, by changing the things you can't accept and accepting the things you can't change and, moreover, learning to deal with the insecure people in your life.

Are you somebody who feels unsatisfied doing the work or course that you're doing? At some level, have you always wanted more? This episode's about helping you find your calling and purpose in life!

Whether you're trying to lose 30 kilos or those problematic last 5 kilos. Mansha has covered weight loss and eating habits as comprehensively as possible in this two-part series. Her approach is sustainable and ensures that you end up falling in love with your day to day meals. Happy listening x

Whether you're trying to lose 30 kilos, those problematic last 5 kilos or just lead a healthy lifestyle. This episode is about overhauling your relationship with food and as a by-product losing weight and getting all of the other benefits that it brings with it.

This is an episode about my journey so far, to give you a better understanding of my life, struggles and triumphs. It will form the foundation for all the episodes to come.

An introductory episode to tell you guys what this show is about.