DadSense with Subhasis Mishra

In this episode of DadSense, host Subhasis Mishra sits down with psychiatrist and author Dr. Shefali Batra to unpack what ADHD really is. From understanding attention dysregulation and dopamine to breaking the cycle of shame, blame and punishment, they discuss actionable insights for parents and adults navigating neurodiversity.For more real conversation and honest conversations follow @Dadsense#ADHD#Neurodiversity#ParentingtTips#DrShefaliBatra#SubhasisMishra#

What do senior executives regret most when they look back on fatherhood? In this episode of Dadsense, we sit down with Roman Gaida, Chief Executive Officer of the International Engineering Group and author of Working Dad, to unpack the regret that comes up again and again among ambitious fathers: running out of time before their kids turn 12.Roman started out as a machine tool operator on the shop floor and worked his way up to the executive board, all while raising twin boys in Germany. He opens up about flying to Tokyo for a board meeting two weeks after his twins were born, the lie ambitious men tell themselves about "quality over quantity" time, and a brain research study from the Gonda Research Institute that shows time spent with kids physically changes how present a parent feels.In this conversation, we cover:- The biggest lie ambitious fathers tell themselves about work and family- Why "quality time" without quantity doesn't hold up, backed by science- A gut-punch story about a worker who sees his family for one week a year- What senior executives regret most once their kids turn 16 or 17- The daily habits Roman swears by: no alcohol, no TV, and a 15-minute walk to school- Why being present is harder than being perfect, and the only thing that fixes itRoman's book, Working Dad, releases in India on June 21st, International Father's Day.If you're a father trying to build a career without losing your kids' childhood, this one's for you.Follow us on Socials : Dadsense : https://www.instagram.com/dadsensepod/#dadsense #dadsense #WorkingDad #RomanGaida #Fatherhood #WorkLifeBalance #ParentingPodcast #FathersDay

In this deeply personal solo episode of Dadsense, Subhasis opens up about the silent emotional struggles many men go through — becoming a new dad, feeling overwhelmed, losing control internally while appearing successful externally, grief, ADHD, therapy, stress, and the pressure men feel to always “hold it together.”From sitting alone in a Disney cafeteria dreading going home as a new father, to waking up in panic before meetings, to losing both parents and learning how grief changes shape over time — this is an honest conversation about the realities men often hide.This episode explores:•⁠ ⁠New fatherhood and mental health•⁠ ⁠Why men struggle silently•⁠ ⁠Therapy and emotional stigma in India•⁠ ⁠ADHD and emotional wellbeing•⁠ ⁠Grief, loss, and healing•⁠ ⁠Meditation, presence, and mental balance•⁠ ⁠Why vulnerability creates connectionIf you’re a father, husband, professional, or simply someone trying to keep life together while struggling internally — this conversation is for you.You are not alone.#MentalHealthAwareness #MensMentalHealth #Fatherhood #Dadsense #ADHD #MentalHealth #NewDad #Therapy #Grief #Meditation #Parenting

What does it take to completely transform your health after 40? In this deeply personal episode of DadSense, host Subhashis opens up about his own physical health journey — from a young professional in Mumbai who worked hard and partied hard, to an HR Director at Disney in Los Angeles raising a newborn, to losing both his parents and finding his biggest wake-up call, to running his first half marathon at age 51 and being in the best shape of his life at 52.This is a raw, honest, and inspiring story told across three chapters of life.What Subhasis covers in this episode:Why your 20s and 30s give you a dangerous false sense of health securityHow becoming a dad in LA changed the way he thought about his bodyHow losing his father to Parkinson's and his mother became his biggest wake-up callThe three pillars — diet, exercise, and sleep — and how he got them all wrong for yearsThe "just wear your shoes" trick that gets him out the door on lazy daysWhy you should follow joy, not trends, when picking a fitness routineHis honest advice to every dad out there Follow us on socials:Dadsense: https://www.instagram.com/dadsensepod/Kathanika Media (Production House): https://www.instagram.com/kathanikamedia/

#dadsense #podcast #indiandads #autism #indiandads #inspiration In this powerful episode of DadSense, host sits down with Ashish — a CEO, media leader, and author — for a deeply honest conversation about fatherhood, identity, and raising a child who sees the world differently.Ashish describes himself as an “evolving dad”, sharing how becoming a father transformed not just his parenting philosophy but his entire understanding of life, work, and relationships.Nearly two decades ago, his son Rashan was diagnosed with autism. What followed was an emotional journey through denial, confusion, guilt, and eventually acceptance — and even celebration. Later in life, Ashish himself was diagnosed with autism and ADHD at the age of 50, bringing a new level of clarity to his own experiences growing up.In this conversation, Ashish shares how fatherhood reshaped his mindset — from believing that being a provider was enough, to realizing that what children truly need is presence.He also introduces his powerful philosophy called the “5 Ps of Papa Hood” — a framework every modern father can learn from.This episode explores:The emotional reality of parentingHow children change the men we becomeWhy fathers must move beyond just providingThe importance of self-care for parentsLeadership lessons learned from fatherhoodRaising children in a world shaped by screens and mediaAnd what kids really need from their dadsMore than anything, this episode is about learning to be present, embracing vulnerability, and becoming the kind of father your child feels safe with.Timestamps00:00 — Introduction to Ashish & fatherhood conversationAshish shares what it means to be a father and why he calls himself an “evolving dad.”02:20 — Discovering his son was differentThe early signs that something was different when Rashan was around two years old.04:30 — The diagnosis & emotional reactionsDenial, fear, guilt, and the emotional rollercoaster parents often experience.07:00 — Escaping into work & coping mechanismsAshish reflects on how he initially ran away from the situation by immersing himself in work.09:00 — Ashish’s own diagnosis at age 50How discovering his own neurodivergence helped him understand himself and his son better.17:00 — Bonding with his son through musicHow creativity and music helped strengthen their relationship.21:00 — Advice for parents navigating similar journeysKey lessons for parents facing uncertainty and challenges.29:00 — Leadership lessons from parentingHow fatherhood made him a more patient and inclusive leader.42:30 — The reality of marriage & parenting challengesHonest conversation about relationships, stress, and teamwork between parents.52:00 — The “5 Ps of Papa Hood”Ashish shares his framework for modern fatherhood:Presence, Protection, Play, Pronouncement, and Pesa.1:00:00 — What Ashish hopes his son remembers about himA touching reflection on what truly matters as a father.