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Don’t let your assumptions define you. Be driven by choices that provide experience and teach you. When you set out to discover what you really care for by identifying your purpose and living from that space, you have access to Gaurav’s podcast, “The xMonks Drive”. It’s about beginning the journey to be your best self and live what you really care for! Hear Gaurav’s personal selection of his interviews with thought-leaders, social change makers, masterful coaches, spiritual gurus, entrepreneurs as well as business giants, who are doing something meaningful in their life. With this extensive selection of episodes featuring insightful lessons, you can learn a great deal while listening to the podcast when you are in between activities or a daily workout. Get started today by choosing an episode that helps illuminate your path to identify your purpose and live from that space!

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Leadership is not about answering, it's about asking!This episode of The xMonks Drive is all about understanding these questions and how to leverage them for transitioning into a better leader.We have with us Bob Tiede who runs a blog called Leading With Emotions, with an audience in 200 countries around the globe.Join us in this conversation and delve deeper into the art of asking questions and not just questions, The right questions. So listen till the very end.
In this episode of the xMonks Drive, we will explore the impact of building meaningful relationships. Our host Gaurav gets candid with Charles Byrd, a relationship-building expert, who shares insights on connecting and thriving both personally and professionally.Discover the power of initial connections, the importance of providing value, and the necessity of consistent follow-up. Charles explains why genuine connections are essential for well-being and deeply rooted in human evolut...
What if happiness isn't about getting rid of problems, but choosing the ones you want? Accompany us on a journey deep within the realms of Dharma and Sukha with none other than Steven Puri.This thought-provoking episode of the xMonks drive will dive into the essence of joy, the journey of finding your Dharma, and the secret to overcoming burnout.Discover how the Sukha Company turns productivity from a lonely grind into fulfilling connection. 🌟Tune in to discover how strength and happines...
Embark on an exhilarating voyage into the uncharted waters of human cognition and emotion.Prepare to have your mind expanded and your perspectives challenged as we navigate the depths of high-level thinking and adult development, guided by our guest Dr. Darren Stevens's revolutionary Constructed Development Theory.Join us as we journey through the turbulent seas of traditional coaching associations, where validation struggles to anchor itself in the ever-shifting tides of innovation. Dis...
There's no feeling more satisfying than loving what you do. This episode of the xMonks Drive podcast is all about following our hearts and making sure, we do what we want to do. Gary Crotaz who started his professional life as a Doctor shares his story and the challenges he faced as he quit his career to follow a childhood passion "Dance".However, he has also parted ways with dancing and is now an acclaimed executive coach.Come join us in a story that projects positivity, critical d...
Welcome to the Voice Revolution, where we turn up the volume on what it means to truly own your voice and rock the world with it! In this episode, get ready to jam out with Arthur, the ultimate voice coach and visionary, as we dive deep into the wild and wonderful world of vocal mastery and empowerment.Picture this, a world where every voice is a powerhouse, where speaking isn't just about making noise but about making waves. Arthur's not your average coach; he's a vibe conductor, t...
A journey from 187,000 dollars in debt to becoming a multi-millionaire. In this installment of the xMonks Drive Podcast, we were accompanied by the gracious Simone Milasas.She reflects on the universal challenge of decision-making and how embracing choice over hesitation can dissolve barriers, unveiling hidden capacities waiting to be realized. Understand the common human pursuit of validation external to ourselves, revealing personal anecdotes that shed light on the innate desire f...
An Ivy League graduate. A TEDx speaker.An enthralling personality.This instalment of the xMonks Drive showcases, Shamini Jain, an advocate of curiosity-driven goals. Come join us, as we talk about the impact of fostering wellness in physical, emotional, interpersonal, and spiritual dimensions that can aid in stronger resilience in times of crisis.
“Coaching has helped me evolve. As a mother, as a partner, as a human.”This episode of the xMonks Drive features Shonna Winters, who is an award winning psychologist, a coach and most interestingly a technologist.Catch us talk about coaching, psychology and how she practises this unique formula of combining behavioural science with computer science.Intrigued?Let’s get right in!
Your authentic self is the expression of your highest value, and when you do that and find that one thing.You excel, you're grateful, you're inspired.With more than 40 years of experience in transforming leaders, our esteemed guest for this episode, Dr. John Demartini’s life is a great example of how an individual can add value to his approach.Come join us in this candid session, as we discuss the power of value driven outcomes, unlocking gratitude, and finding inspiration to help you overcom...
Have you ever stopped to wonder, truly wonder, what sets your soul ablaze? What drives you forward, even on the most challenging days?Or days where it feels like you're just kind of...winging it?But guess what? You were born for more than just surviving. If only we could know which way to go forward on?Today, we're cracking the code to light that inner fire with the amazing Tamsen Webster, the guru behind "Find Your Red Thread."Tamsen's going to show us how to dismantle the mental cages ...
This episode of The xMonks Drive dives into the world of A'sha Love, an author, speaker, and self-proclaimed "multidimensional catalyst."Multidimensional Experiences:A'sha describes a profound experience after her father's passing.She recounts receiving a premonition of his death followed by continued communication with his spirit.This experience sparked her journey as a spirit medium and opened her eyes to the "multidimensional ecosystem."Accessibility of the Multidimensional Universe:A'sha ...
Most of us are a little, well, afraid of karma. Because as they say – what goes around, comes around. This is why we think of karma as some cosmic punishment system for our mistakes. Is the universe keeping a cosmic scorecard on every single thing we do? Really?All your doubts will be cleared today, as we're joined by the amazing Swami Shekharanand, a spiritual teacher who used to be a — banker! Talk about a plot twist, right?Swani Ji is here to completely flip the script on what karma a...
"You are where you're supposed to be" as Elliot believes in - stuck with me. He's overcome setbacks by focusing on serving people and staying present in the moment. Now listen in as we reflect on finding meaning, building a legacy, and leaning into each moment. There are great lessons here from someone who has persevered through profound hardship.
The human spirit has astounding resilience, as shared by our courageous guest Karianne. Despite losing her mother young, battling addiction for 10 years, and suffering abuse, she found the strength to reclaim her life. Now over 33 years sober, Karianne recounts her inspirational story of recovering from addiction with humility and compassion. Her journey gives hope - no matter how far we may stray, there is always a way home. Karianne's story calls us to meet hardship with empathy and reminds...
Meet the man who has met Mother Teresa, Dalai Lama, Ram Das and 100 maestros of the world.That's right, we've got Jonathan Robinson on the podcast, who has interviewed over 100 enlightened masters over his lifetime - I'm talking Ram Dass, Deepak Chopra, the Dalai Lama - this guy has sat down with all the greats. He's going to share his journey and the wisdom he's gained from all these enlightened teachers about how to find inner peace and love in our lives. We all could definitely u...
Get ready to rewire your brain's response to negative feedback!Do you unravel when criticized at work? Does your stress zone turn even constructive feedback into a personal attack? You're not alone - and neuroscientist Ann Betz has solutions.Ann explains the science behind why some brains are hardwired to take feedback as a threat. She shares little-known techniques to reframe how your neural pathways process criticism so you stay productive.Neuroscience expert Ann Betz exposes the flawed log...
Today we go deep on the power of stories - how they shape us, move us, and connect our shared humanity.And as our guest today James McCabe will illuminate, they are as vital as food.We'll explore how stories are integral to leadership - the classic hero's journey, shaping company narratives, capturing people's imagination. Storytelling is the language of influence and inspiration.How do you craft a story that cuts through the noise? That's what we'll dive into tonight with James today, The St...
With the new year upon us, many of us are reflecting on our goals and desires for the future. Today we will discuss how purpose should be viewed as a guide rather than an identity we attach to. Ryan will also discuss sustainable approaches to goal setting that stem from inner truth rather than societal pressures. Ryan compelled us to question - who do we believe ourselves to be? How strongly are we clinging to limiting roles and identities? Can we find the courage to...
Welcome to our first episode of 2024! As we begin a new year, many of us are reflecting on our purpose and vision for the future. What do we want to accomplish? Why do we work so hard? How can we craft more meaningful, fulfilling lives?So today we'll be exploring these big questions Robert C. Wolcott. There's something about a new year that makes us to evaluate our direction and intentions. It's a chance to pivot towards purposes aligned with our evolving visions. The main ques...
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