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As a podcaster, I love connecting with like-minded hosts such as Benoit Kim, given our shared interests in mental health, mindfulness / mediation, the cultural implications of the Asian-American “model minority” myth, and much more. My wife Shelly Sood and I appeared on his show - Discover More - in early 2023, shortly after the devastating loss of her father / my father-in-law. We found great comfort in this far-ranging discussion, touching on the following topics: How Albert Einstein's perspective that "everything is energy" can used to complement surgery, medication, talk therapy, and other traditional healthcare modalities to ensure optimal patient outcomes What we can learn from Alcoholics Anonymous or those trust fall exercises at corporate retreats about the power of surrender and turning over to a higher power How breathwork modalities such as SOMA Breath can help quiet the default mode network, maximize our health and productivity in business, and achieve what psychologist Abraham Maslow called self-transcendence The correlation (or lack thereof) between the prestige of someone's alma mater and their contributions to society The positive impact of building an impenetrable “bubble” of personal space to tap into one's intuition and connect with their higher self How the collectivist mindset of the South Asian diaspora can contribute to the propagation of unhealthy templates throughout the generations The incredible power of affirmations and the spoken word, which has been shown to change the shape of water molecules How someone's environment - i.e., their relationships, their surroundings, - can play a pivotal role a patient's recovery – almost as much as medication and surgery To learn more about Benoit, please visit discovermorepodcast.com, or search for Discover More on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts. You can also connect with him on Instagram or LinkedIn. You can also reach Shelly via her Website, her Instagram, or her healthcare company - GIOSTAR Chicago. Finally, connect with Nikhil to learn more about Untether Your Life and other projects: Instagram LinkedIn Twitter
What is bipolar disorder? Can you live a normal life with mental illness? What is the healthcare crisis in America? Shelly Sood and Nikhil Torsekar are founders of GIOSTAR Chicago, a stem cell therapy center, and the Untether Your Life media company. Their mission statement is to leverage cutting-edge medical science and their incredible mental illness journey to provide clinical breakthroughs and instill hope in seemingly hopeless circumstances. Expect to learn about bipolar disorder, the unspoken reality of living with mental illness, how emotional functioning and optimal performance are interconnected, the inspiring journey that saved their marriage, the cutting-edge science behind stem-cell research, and much more. Let's get this started. Keywords: bipolar disorder, mental illness, healthcare crisis, stem cell therapy center, emotional functioning, optimal performance, stem-cell research, mental health treatment, hope, resilience, breakthroughs * Sponsor: kewl.FM Feeling altruistic? https://www.buymeacoffee.com/discovermore * Show Notes Untether Your Life Podcast: https://www.untetheryourlife.co/ Untether Your Life Blog & Book: https://theshellystory.com Podcast Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/untetheryourlife/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/theshellystory GIOSTAR Chicago – https://giostarchicago.com Psychology Today Article: HERE * Subscribe to Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/discovermorepodcast?sub_confirmation=1 Discover More Website: https://www.discovermorepodcast.com/ Follow Discover More on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/discovermorepodcast/ Connect with Benoit on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/benoitkim/ * Discover More is a show for independent thinkers by independent thinkers, with an emphasis on mental health. Are you looking for practical mental health insights? Let's get this started. * Thank you for Discovering More with us!
In Episode 39, Julie speaks with married couple, Shelly Sood and Nikhil Torsekar. Shelly Sood is an author, speaker, mother of 3, wife, and entrepreneur. Her husband of 20 years, Nikhil, had suffered from undiagnosed bipolar disorder for two decades, leading to massive devastation emotionally, mentally, and financially. After helping to save his life and their marriage, Shelly launched a healthcare company (GIOSTAR* Chicago) and discovered the fulfillment gained from diminishing the pain of others. After becoming suicidal, and ultimately getting diagnosed at the age of 40, Nikhil Torsekar began a journey of introspection and healing, and is now a devoted husband, dedicated parent, and thriving professional. He runs The Untether Your Life Podcast, serves as Director of Marketing for GIOSTAR Chicago, and is a tireless mental health advocate. His journey of discovery and healing through higher states of consciousness led he and his wife Shelly to incorporate Mindvalley's personal growth platform into their own lives. Nikhil has a BA from Washington University, an MS from DePaul University, and an MBA from The University of Chicago. Together, they overcame these obstacles by untethering their lives through traditional and holistic approaches to healthcare, and unconditional love for one another. Psychology Today recently covered Shelly and Nikhil in their article entitled “A Journey of Bipolar Disorder in a South Asian Family.” Connect with us: Connect with Shelly and Nikhil on IG :@theshellystory | Website Connect with the Untether Your Life Podcast @untetheryourlife | Website Join The Brown Girl Podcast Newsletter HERE Connect with The Brown Girl Podcast on IG: @thebrowngirl_podcast Connect with Julie on IG: @thejuliegeorge #southAsianmentalhealth #Bipolardisorder #mentlalhealtstigma #mentalhealthawarenss #southasianculture #mentalhealthresources #bipolardisordertreatments #breakthestigma #southasiandiaspora#southasianpodcasts #southasianadvocacy
Untether Your Life has taken a deep dive into mental health in the South Asian diaspora, inspired by the lived experiences of host Nikhil Torsekar and his wife Shelly Sood. One facet of this that merits further exploration is how it impacts South Asian males, a topic near and dear to Ankur Varma's heart. Along with serving as Program Director at Northeast Family Services of Illinois, Ankur launched a valuable Instagram-based resource called Brown Man Therapy which is “on a mission to engage more men and normalize conversations about mental health and South Asian cultures outside of work.” Nikhil touched on many topics with Ankur, including: Ankur's upbringing in the homogenous suburbs of Cincinnati, where he was brought up in the “Indian at home and American at school” ethos The transition of psychiatry from a consultative model to a more transactional, efficiency-based one over the years The manifestation of concepts in South Asian diaspora mental health, including the model minority myth (where South Asians are encouraged to “stay in their lane”) and patriarchy as reflected by tropes such as comic Russell Peters' angry Indian father (“Somebody gonna get hurt”) The pros (understanding) and cons (the “echo chamber”) of seeking therapists with a similar cultural background How the reticence of South Asian males in discussing mental health informed Ankur's launch of the Brown Man Therapy Instagram feed Ankur's views on breathwork, Ayurveda, meditation, and other South Asian practices discussed frequently on Untether Your Life The implication of "untethering your life" for his journey into therapy, social media, as well as for clients seeking help for depression, bipolar disorder, and other mental health issues You can connect with Ankur through his brownmantherapy page on Instagram, as well as on LinkedIn. Connect with Nikhil to learn more about Untether Your Life and other projects: Instagram Website LinkedIn Twitter GIOSTAR Chicago
Today marks the 50th episode of Untether Your Life. We're commemorating this important milestone by rebroadcasting one of our favorite discussions, with Jason Goldberg. Enjoy! And...enjoy some more! Do personal growth books and podcasts make you roll your eyes? Are you tired of hearing the same story of “infinite inspiration” rehashed again and again? Then the guest on this episode of Untether Your Life may be the perfect alternative solution to the dry and heavy content that you're used to. On today's episode we speak with an award-winning entrepreneur, TEDx Speaker, bacon-atarian (that's a vegetarian who still eats bacon), funky sock lover, a former rapper (who opened for the Wu-Tang Clan - YES, really!), and previously a 332lb man (who has since lost over 130lbs despite his affinity for bacon). The legendary person just described (in his own humble words) is Jason “JG” Goldberg, host of The Jason Goldberg is Ruining Podcasting Podcast, who is also a best-selling author of Prison Break, and celebrity mental performance coach. He is also a content creator and active contributor to MindValley, a transformational personal growth platform that is a personal favorite of our host Nikhil Torsekar, and his wife Shelly Sood. With a desire to do things his own fun way, Jason has applied his passion for storytelling and witty sense of humor to help others find their happiness. He believes our resistance to experiences is what causes unhappiness or discontent, and he's talking with host Nikhil today about how he reframes his thoughts on the daily to find joy. Listen to this episode for lots of laughs, Jason's thoughts on identity and ego, and to learn more about why Nikhil and Jason both love MindValley! Topics discussed in this episode: Jason's background and career The story behind Jason's book, Prison Break How Jason changed his life and mindset Jason's weight loss and the impact on his life Resistance and its role in happiness The concept of play in your self-improvement Jason's inspiration for his podcast Working as a mental performance coach Jason's definition of and thoughts on intuition Jason's current focus on identity Using Batman to explain the importance of identity Nikhil and Jason's experience with MindValley What's next for Jason? Check out JG's book and listen to his podcast here: http://TheJasonGoldberg.com/ Connect with Jason: Instagram Facebook TikTok YouTube Connect with Nikhil to learn more about Untether Your Life: Website Instagram LinkedIn Twitter Facebook GIOSTAR Chicago
Spirituality is something that seems quite elusive in a hyper-notified, always-on world where we're glued to our screens, engaged in FOMO, doom-scrolling, or curating our Instagram feed to portray a perfect social and professional life. Justin S. Grant, however, has found a way to artfully blend these two worlds in his book Spirituality for Busy People (an abbreviation of his earlier work Business and Spirituality). In this episode, the Los Angeles, California-based author, entrepreneur, singer, and mentor speaks with Untether Your Life host Nikhil Torsekar about many topics, including: The distinctions between the views of psychology in eastern and western views, and how some consider Buddha (not Freud) to be the father of modern psychology The roots of FOMO, doom scrolling and other modern technology-driven behaviors, in our primal "reptilian brain-based" need for survival A deep dive into the concepts of transformational psychology, and Justin's lifelong passion for the wisdom traditions and Eastern and Western spirituality The destructive impact of poor diet (i.e., refined sugar) on physical and mental health Nikhil and wife Shelly Sood's work on advancing the mantra of "owning your own health" and embracing holistic treatment modalities beyond just surgery, medication, and cognitive behavioral therapy The evolution of Spirituality for Busy People into an highly impactful online platform with visualization meditation videos, worksheets, one-on-one Zoom calls and much more To learn more about Justin, please visit his Website or connect with him on Instagram at @spiritualityforbusypeople or @justinsgrant Connect with Nikhil to learn more about Untether Your Life and other projects: Instagram Website LinkedIn Twitter GIOSTAR Chicago
Do personal growth books and podcasts make you roll your eyes? Are you tired of hearing the same story of “infinite inspiration” rehashed again and again? Then the guest on this episode of The Shelly Story may be the perfect alternative solution to the dry and heavy content that you're used to. On today's episode we speak with an award-winning entrepreneur, TEDx Speaker, bacon-atarian (that's a vegetarian who still eats bacon), funky sock lover, a former rapper (who opened for the Wu-Tang Clan - YES, really!), and previously a 332lb man (who has since lost over 130lbs despite his affinity for bacon). The legendary person just described (in his own humble words) is Jason “JG” Goldberg, host of The Jason Goldberg is Ruining Podcasting Podcast, who is also a best-selling author of Prison Break, and celebrity mental performance coach. He is also a content creator and active contributor to MindValley, a transformational personal growth platform that is a personal favorite of our host Nikhil Torsekar, and his wife Shelly Sood. With a desire to do things his own fun way, Jason has applied his passion for storytelling and witty sense of humor to help others find their happiness. He believes our resistance to experiences is what causes unhappiness or discontent, and he's talking with host Nikhil today about how he reframes his thoughts on the daily to find joy. Listen to this episode for lots of laughs, Jason's thoughts on identity and ego, and to learn more about why Nikhil and Jason both love MindValley! Topics discussed in this episode: Jason's background and career The story behind Jason's book, Prison Break How Jason changed his life and mindset Jason's weight loss and the impact on his life Resistance and its role in happiness The concept of play in your self-improvement Jason's inspiration for his podcast Working as a mental performance coach Jason's definition of and thoughts on intuition Jason's current focus on identity Using Batman to explain the importance of identity Nikhil and Jason's experience with MindValley What's next for Jason? Check out JG's book and listen to his podcast here: http://TheJasonGoldberg.com/ Connect with Jason: Instagram Facebook TikTok YouTube Connect with Nikhil to learn more about The Shelly Story: Website LinkedIn Instagram Twitter Facebook
Shelly Sood One of the key themes of The Shelly Story is owning your own health. Although doctors, nurses, and medical professionals play an important role, we are the ones who are ultimately responsible for optimizing the health of our mind, body and soul. Helping to save her husband's life inspired Shelly to launch GIOSTAR Chicago - a leading stem cell therapy provider - which is how we met today's guest, Cain McQuinley. Cain is a prime example of the benefits of owning your health. He transformed his life by going against the one-size-fits-alfl treatment model prevalent in today's healthcare system. After suffering a traumatic brain injury (TBI) as a teenager, Cain McQuinley pushed through the subsequent struggles to take charge of his own health and decided to experiment with regenerative medicine. Combined with his time studying sports medicine and regenerative medicine in college, his own injury has helped him gain insight and knowledge to advocate for others in his roles at the nonprofit Veterans In Pain, and Regenerative Ops. Cain found success with stem cell therapy and ketamine infusion therapy, combined with positivity, perseverance, dogged stubbornness, and refusal to accept the status quo. Tune in to this episode to get inspired and learn more about cutting edge regenerative medicine! Topics discussed: Cain tells the story of his TBI and recovery time spent in the hospital How Cain’s TBI and drug-induced coma inspired him to explore new age therapies How Peyton Manning’s stem cell therapy inspired Cain’s interest in cutting edge therapy The lack of regenerative therapy options in the healthcare system Cain’s TBI symptoms and the effect on his life Cain’s successful experience with his own stem cell IV infusion Cain venturing into a career to make regenerative medicine available to others in need Veterans In Pain supporting those who haven’t had success with traditional therapies Veterans In Pain’s goal to share research and processes to adapt change within the VA How Cain’s success with ketamine infusion therapy led to Veterans In Pain creating a branch for this treatment within the organization The stigma of ketamine and the shifting view on psychedelics in the medical community Cain’s inspiration to co-found Regenerative Ops What is orthobiologics and what products does Regenerative Ops offer? Cain’s advice to anyone who is struggling with an injury or chronic pain The importance of advocating for yourself How important mindset and gratitude is on a healing journey Connect with Cain McQuinley on LinkedIn and Instagram. To learn more about Veterans In Pain, head here: https://veteransinpain.org/ Find out more on Regenerative Ops here: https://www.regenerativeops.com/ Connect with Nikhil to learn more about The Shelly Story: Website Instagram Twitter Facebook LinkedIn YouTube https://www.listennotes.com/e/e55342ca7eda4c00bcbe78cb63ac6442/
The stigma of mental health in a South Asian family can be complex, with loved ones often denying or minimizing issues. Their actions, even if they are well-intentioned, can be harmful to their family members living with bipolar. The immigrant experience, often characterized by keeping up appearances and the collectivist mindset, is unfortunately a common one. Perhaps, by sharing more of these experiences and breaking down at least some of the barriers that exist, we can start to shift the attitudes toward bipolar and other mental illnesses. For Nikhil Torsekar, this narrative is all too familiar. One day, he seemed to have it all—a loving family, a first-class education and a thriving career—until suddenly, it came crashing down. He lost his job, abruptly filed for divorce and had nowhere to live. Turns out, he had been suffering from undiagnosed bipolar disorder for 20 years. After becoming suicidal and receiving a diagnosis at 40-years-old, he finally began his journey toward healing. With the help and support of his wife, Shelly Sood, the pair now share their story on a successful podcast and blog, and are now working on a book and movie to tell their story about mental health. Their message, above all else, is to untether your life. Tune in to hear more about how with the right combination of tools—medication, therapy and supportive relationships—you can start your own healing journey, and take ownership of your mental health. Topics discussed in this episode: Nikhil's journey to diagnosis The immigrant experience The three-legged stool: medication, therapy, relationships Sore state of mental healthcare in India Untethering your life Taking ownership of your health Finding and joining a community The fundamentals of breathing Head to Apple Podcasts to listen to the Shelly Story, a podcast about owning your own health, co-hosted by Nikhil and his wife, Shelly Sood. You can also find them at shellysood.com. Connect with Shelly and Nikhil: Linkedin Twitter Instagram Connect with Paris: Facebook Instagram LinkedIn To hear more episodes, visit Apple podcasts. Be sure to write a review and let me know your thoughts on the show! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/masteryourmental/support
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Interview with Giostar Executive, Shelly Sood.Shelly is a founding partner at GIOSTAR Chicago in Glenview, Illinois. She received her BA in political science from the University of Rochester in New York and her MS in information systems from DePaul University in Chicago. Ms. Sood has 15 years of experience in leadership roles across multiples fields, including marketing, operations, and entrepreneurship. She has served as a crucial point of reference for clients working in the manufacturing, technology, law, pharmaceutical, and education industries.https://giostarchicago.com/about/why-giostar/
6 years ago, Shelly Sood had a picture-perfect marriage lived in an upper-class neighborhood was married to a high-powered banking executive, and had 3 beautiful children. She was suddenly yanked from this illusion: her loving husband – who had suffered from undiagnosed bipolar disorder for decades – suddenly transformed before her eyes, filed for divorce, and became hellbent on her destruction. Her sanity, physical health, faith in humanity, pocketbook, and welfare of her children and husband eroded before her eyes. https://giostarchicago.com/about/team/shelly-sood/ https://www.facebook.com/GIOSTARSTEMCELL/ https://www.instagram.com/giostarchicago --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/shutupandgrind/support
Shelly Sood and Nikhil Torsekar, husband and wife, will share that with an understanding of mental health conditions and receiving support and guidance, and accepting help, health, and life can be transformed. They navigated a harrowing, but ultimately redemptive journey with the growing understanding of Nikhil's Bipolar condition. Shelly went through a challenging ordeal to get Nikhil to accept what was hiding in plain sight: and that he suffered from undiagnosed bipolar disorder. It nearly destroyed their marriage - and their lives - until he agreed to get a proper diagnosis and seek treatment in 2016. This also inspired the launch of GIOSTAR Chicago - a leading regenerative medicine center. Six years later, they run a successful business, and have developed a robust content platform called The Shelly Story. This encompasses a book, a forthcoming movie, a blog, and a podcast where they speak with guests on a broad array of topics including mental health in the South Asian diaspora, technologies that can assist with managing bipolar disorder, advocacy efforts, and alternative treatment modalities such as Ayurveda and meditation
Shelly Sood and Nikhil Torsekar, husband and wife, will share that with an understanding of mental health conditions and receiving support and guidance, and accepting help, health, and life can be transformed. They navigated a harrowing, but ultimately redemptive journey with the growing understanding of Nikhil's Bipolar condition. Shelly went through a challenging ordeal to get Nikhil to accept what was hiding in plain sight: and that he suffered from undiagnosed bipolar disorder. It nearly destroyed their marriage - and their lives - until he agreed to get a proper diagnosis and seek treatment in 2016. This also inspired the launch of GIOSTAR Chicago - a leading regenerative medicine center. Six years later, they run a successful business, and have developed a robust content platform called The Shelly Story. This encompasses a book, a forthcoming movie, a blog, and a podcast where they speak with guests on a broad array of topics including mental health in the South Asian diaspora, technologies that can assist with managing bipolar disorder, advocacy efforts, and alternative treatment modalities such as Ayurveda and meditation
Shelly Sood and Nikhil Torsekar, husband and wife, will share that with an understanding of mental health conditions and receiving support and guidance, and accepting help, health, and life can be transformed. They navigated a harrowing, but ultimately redemptive journey with the growing understanding of Nikhil's Bipolar condition. Shelly went through a challenging ordeal to get Nikhil to accept what was hiding in plain sight: and that he suffered from undiagnosed bipolar disorder. It nearly destroyed their marriage - and their lives - until he agreed to get a proper diagnosis and seek treatment in 2016. This also inspired the launch of GIOSTAR Chicago - a leading regenerative medicine center. Six years later, they run a successful business, and have developed a robust content platform called The Shelly Story. This encompasses a book, a forthcoming movie, a blog, and a podcast where they speak with guests on a broad array of topics including mental health in the South Asian diaspora, technologies that can assist with managing bipolar disorder, advocacy efforts, and alternative treatment modalities such as Ayurveda and meditation
MINDSET - Going from Happily Married to Divorced to Reconciled to Book to Movie! with Shelly Sood --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/mrbiz/support
Alexa James is the CEO of NAMI Chicago, the Chicagoland chapter of the National Alliance on Mental Illness - the nation's largest grassroots mental health organization dedicated to building better lives for the millions of Americans affected by mental illness. Since assuming the role in 2020, she's played an integral role in influencing mental health policies and initiatives in the nation's 3rd largest city. We were fortunate to speak with Alexa on a broad variety of topics, including: What led her on the path to a career in healthcare in NAMI Chicago The challenges of combatting mental health in Chicago (i.e., financial, organizational, cultural) versus Los Angeles and other metropolitan areas Steps NAMI Chicago is taking to build a culture of wellness The double-edged sword of social media in managing mental health For more information: NAMI Chicago: namichicago.org Shelly Sood: shellysood.com The Shelly Story (podcast): theshellystory.com
It is 2015, and Nikhil and Shelly are staying in a quaint cabin in Wisconsin. They had been fighting for some time, and are hoping that this is a chance to rekindle their marriage. But back at the cabin, Shelly encounters her worst nightmare. Nikhil's face turns to stone as he says, "I don't love you anymore. I want a divorce." Shelly enters into hysterics. Divorce proceedings follow. But Nikhil and Shelly's story takes an unexpected twist when Nikhil is diagnosed with bipolar disorder. On this episode, we discuss their mental health journey as a family; sweeping issues under the rug, their marriage falling apart and coming back together, and coming to terms with seeking help. Shelly discusses her ability to separate Nikhil, the person, from his disorder even in the wake of all the hurt she faced. Nikhil shares his journey with his bipolar diagnosis and how Shelly helped him seek treatment. They describe how their kids and parents dealt with the diagnosis and their contentious divorce -- that never actually went through. Together, they weave a story of unwavering faith in the future and in each other. Shelly and Nikhil can be reached: giostarchicago.com shellysood.com Podcast: The Shelly Story Instagram and Twitter: @theshellystory --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/the-desi-condition/support
Jeff Brown is an app strategist and patented inventor by trade, and bipolar and neurodiversity activist by passion and lived experience. He has lived with bipolar disorder for nearly two decades and shares his story and discoveries of his neurodivergence online as The Bipolarist. In this discussion, he speaks with host Nikhil Torsekar about how bipolar disorder impacts his career; offers guidance for folks with the disorder to navigate professional pathways; and his future plans for his Bipolar and Neurodiversity Advocacy work. Jeff also touches on one of his forthcoming apps, Peercare, which helps friends, family members, and other members of a patient's community provide clinicians with a 360 degree view of their condition and recovery. For more information: Bipolarist - bipolarist.com Shelly Sood - shellysood.com
Vijay Nallawala is an entrepreneur, author, and mental health advocate. In 2013, he launched Bipolar India as an online portal and community to help those suffering from mental illness. He also authored A Bipolar's Journey: From Torment to Fulfillment, which details his struggles and ultimate triumphs after being diagnosed with bipolar disorder in 2003. In this episode, Mr. Nallawala speaks with Nikhil about his journey, and the state of mental health in India. For more information about Vijay, please visit bipolarindia.com. To learn more about Shelly Sood and her book and upcoming movie, please visit shellysood.com.
GIOSTAR Chicago – a leader in regenerative technologies – conducted a discussion on holistic healing with Dr. Sheila Patel. The conversation was led by Shelly Sood, GIOSTAR Chicago Founding Partner. Dr. Patel is a board-certified family physician and Chief Medical Officer (CMO) of Chopra Global – “a modern healthcare company positioned at the intersection of science and spirituality,” founded by renowned healthcare expert Dr. Deepak Chopra. The full interview is available on the GIOSTAR Chicago Website, with an accompanying transcript.
Shelly Sood is an author, mother of 3, wife, and an entrepreneur who launched a career inhealthcare at GIOSTAR (Global Institute of Stem Cell Therapy and Research), and wrotea book called Untethered about her personal journey after saving her husband's life. Shelly's husband, who had suffered from undiagnosed bipolar disorder for decades – suddenlytransformed before her eyes, filed for divorce, and became hellbent on her destruction. Shelly's sanity, physical health, faith in humanity, pocketbook, and welfare of herchildren and husband eroded before her eyes. Shelly shares how she salvaged everything and got a book and a new career out of it all. To learn more about Shelly visit www.shellysood.com. If you are interested in information about Stem cell therapy visit GIOSTAR Chicago. Subscribe & Follow Side Talk & The Oh Hell No Podcasthttps://sidetalk.buzzsprout.comhttps://www.instagram.com/theohhellnopodcast/https://www.facebook.com/TheOhhellnopodcastTell us what you want to hear...fill out our questionnaire! https://forms.gle/pLHjHLtv1SkgHRpF9
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
Nikhil Torsekar seemed to have it all: he had a loving wife and three kids, had attended a top university and business school, and had steadily climbed the career ladder at the world's top corporations. One day it all came crashing down: he lost his job, found himself in a bitter divorce, and had nowhere to live. Further analysis revealed that Nikhil had been suffering from undiagnosed bipolar disorder, oscillating between staggering highs and incapacitating lows for 20 years. After receiving the diagnosis at the age of 40, he began a journey of introspection and healing, and is now an excellent husband, dedicated parent, and thriving professional. He works in marketing with his wife Shelly at GIOSTAR, Global Institute of Stem Cell Therapy and Research, and they've written and a book and are working with Hollywood producers to modify the memoir for film.Today, we'll be speaking with Nikhil about what's helped him on his road to recovery – medication, cognitive behavioral therapy, and meditation / mindfulness. He has immersed himself in the teaching of many authorities on holistic healing, including Dr. Deepak Chopra.-----------Six years ago, Shelly Sood had a picture-perfect marriage, lived in an upper-class neighborhood, was married to a banking executive, and had 3 beautiful children. She was suddenly yanked from this illusion: her loving husband – who had suffered from undiagnosed bipolar disorder for decades – suddenly transformed before her eyes, filed for divorce, and became hellbent on her destruction. Her sanity, physical health, faith in humanity, pocketbook, and welfare of her children and husband eroded before her eyes.Today, she is an author, mother of 3, wife, and an entrepreneur who launched a health care company called GIOSTAR* Chicago, and wrote a book called Untethered on her personal journey after saving her husband's life. She discovered that the fulfillment gained from diminishing the pain of others is like nothing else. She has over 2 decades of personal experience with mental health disorders and 20 years of work experience. She holds a BA in Political Science from the University of Rochester and an MS from DePaul University.________________________________________________________________Thank you to our sponsors:BetterHelp - Visit https://betterhelp.com/brightsideoflife to join the over 500,000 people talking charge of their mental health with the help of an experienced professional.Special offer for The Bright Side of Life listeners... get 10% off your first month at https://betterhelp.com/brightsideoflifeVisit our website: https://www.thebrightsideoflifepodcast.com/Support the show (https://www.thebrightsideoflifepodcast.com/support/)
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 or giostarchicago.com. Frankie's story and show can be found on her Website, frankieboyer.com
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, or giostarchicago.com.
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 GIOSTAR Chicago, a leading stem cell therapy service provider. Further, she speaks about how meditation, mindfulness, and spiritual healing helped her find inner peace and greater mind-body health and happiness.
Juliet Funt is a renowned keynote speaker and tough-love advisor to the Fortune 500 who is regularly featured in top global media outlets, including Forbes and Fast Company. She is a warrior on a mission to decrapify work and as the founder and CEO of The Juliet Funt Group, helps business leaders and organizations to unleash their full potential by unburdening talent from busywork. https://www.julietfunt.comShelly Sood is an author, mother of 3, wife, and an entrepreneur who launched a career in healthcare at GIOSTAR (Global Institute of Stem Cell Therapy and Research), and wrote a book called Untethered on my personal journey after saving her husband's life. She discovered that the fulfillment gained from diminishing the pain of others is like nothing else. To heal from her own trauma, Shelly has utilized the teachings of Deepak Chopra, spiritual healers, and the power of meditation to bring her to a higher state of consciousness. https://giostarchicago.com/Irwin Zucker has promoted around 4,000 authors in his 65-plus years as a book publicist -a career that started in New York City and moved for good in 1956 to Los Angeles. Now, at the tender young age of 94, Irwin is busier than ever. As he puts it, "I don't want to know what the word retire means." https://bookpublicists.org/