Conquering Adult ADHD: Boosting Focus, Resilience & Emotional Understanding of your Brain! Join host Mihir Oka on the Mixed Emotions Podcast as he converses with J. Russell (“Russ”) Ramsay, PhD, ABPP, a leading expert in cognitive behavioral therapy for adult ADHD. This episode covers personalized treatment approaches, tackling common misconceptions, and the benefits of cognitive behavioral therapy tailored for adults. Learn about the distinction between adult and child symptoms, the challenges in diagnosis, and the potential for symptom remission. Timestamps 00:00 Introduction to the Mixed and Motions Podcast 00:30 Meet Dr. Russel Ramsey: A Pioneer in ADHD Research 02:11 The Journey into ADHD: A Personal Story 03:58 Understanding ADHD: Misconceptions and Progress 07:35 Challenges in ADHD Diagnosis and Treatment 31:33 When is the right time to diagnose for Adults? 40:53 Emotional regulation is an executive function 44:13 Self-Regulation Techniques for ADHD 45:53 Misconceptions of ADHD 48:42 Research Insights on ADHD Persistence 01:00:57 Should you take medicine for ADHD? 01:03:08 Strategies for Managing ADHD and Procrastination 01:18:18 Making Informed Decisions: Balancing Responsibilities and Joy 01:20:14 The Role of Experience in Understanding ADHD 01:23:29 The Impact of ADHD on Relationships and Social Interactions 01:27:32 Strategies for Self-Regulation and Task Initiation 01:37:45 Reflections on ADHD Research and Personal Insights All links related to the science spoken in the episode are mentioned in the first comment. The discussion explores effective strategies to manage ADHD-related depression, anxiety, and self-regulation through medication, behavioral techniques, and practical tools like planners. Get practical advice on improving day-to-day life, leveraging working memory, and enhancing focus, resilience, & empathy. Understand how breaking tasks into manageable steps, developing routines, and setting realistic goals can aid those with ADHD in navigating relationships and everyday challenges. Don't forget to like, subscribe, and hit that notification bell! 🔔 Share your thoughts in the comments - I'd love to hear what resonated with you. #MixedEmotionsPodcast #adhd #anxiety #adhdrelief If you have any queries / feedback for these episodes kindly fill up the form on this link: https://forms.gle/j1N68E2exepkLqvPA

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Episode: Navigating Business, Emotions, and Deep Tech Innovation with Amit Gupta In this episode, we sit down with Amit Gupta, a seasoned entrepreneur and venture facilitator who's made waves across India, the US, and Europe. Buckle up for a candid conversation that dives deep into the emotional side of business success! Timestamps.. 00:00 Introduction to the Mixed Emotions Podcast 00:43 Amit Gupta - Factoryal 01:34 The Importance of Human Emotions in Business 05:52 Balancing Soft Skills and Hard Skills 09:48 The Role of Emotions in Business Transactions 14:14 Challenges and Resilience in Startups 19:38 Deep Tech and Innovation 22:20 The Ecosystem of Deep Tech in India 26:52 The Role of Collaboration in Deep Tech 31:26 The Journey of Startups 35:37 Timing and Experience in Entrepreneurship 41:27 Imposter Syndrome and Confidence 43:13 The Problem with Influencer Culture 43:43 The Illusion of Quick Fixes 45:59 The Importance of Authenticity 48:17 Balancing Emotions in Life and Business 52:53 Work-Life Harmony vs. Balance 57:36 The Role of Education and Cultural Evolution 01:04:59 The Concept of Luck and Consistency 01:06:47 Spirituality and Universal Energies 01:12:20 Approaching Venture Capitalists 01:16:09 The Purpose of Life 01:18:03 The Pursuit of Happiness 🔥 Episode Highlights: - The secret sauce of building genuine connections in business - Emotional rollercoaster: Amit's journey through startup culture - Cracking the code of venture capital - tips straight from the expert - India's evolving deep tech landscape - where are we headed? - The real deal on work-life harmony (forget about "balance"!) - Debunking the influencer economy myth - Luck vs. Hard Work: What really drives success? 🤔 We also get philosophical, exploring: - The true meaning of happiness in business and life - Why your legacy matters more than you think - Finding purpose beyond the paycheck Whether you're a budding entrepreneur, a seasoned business pro, or just curious about the intersection of emotions and success, this episode is packed with insights you won't want to miss. Don't forget to like, subscribe, and hit that notification bell! 🔔 Share your thoughts in the comments - I'd love to hear what resonated with you. #MixedEmotionsPodcast #EntrepreneurshipJourney #DeepTechInnovation #StartupLife #venturecapital If you have any queries / feedback for these episodes kindly fill up the form on this link: https://forms.gle/j1N68E2exepkLqvPA

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Episode: Entrepreneurship & The Art of Letting Go!

Uncovering Business Insights with Nitin Kanchan |

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Today's Episode is with Nitin Kanchan around Entrepreneurship and Decision Making! In this episode of the Mixed Emotions Podcast, host Mihir Oka is joined by Nitin Kanchan, who shares his extensive experience of over 35 years across various fields including investment banking, entrepreneurship, and marketing.

The discussion is about decision-making, handling failures, self-development, and the balance between discipline and creativity.

Nitin emphasizes the importance of enjoying the journey, the role of fate in success, and maintaining a positive mindset.

The conversation also explores cultural differences in global business practices and strategies for young entrepreneurs to navigate the complexities of starting and sustaining a business.

Insights on accepting uncertainties, learning from experiences, and the nuances of effective marketing and selling across different industries are discussed in this episde,

TimeStamps

04:46 Intro (You can Skip :p) 05:53 Discipline 09:07 Road not taken 18:23 Jack of All Trades 19:53 There is also a place called Life 21:35 What should freelancers do? 23:01 Own the customer, not the skill 25:18 But the Job market is different! 27:02 Not one solution fits all 30:16 How do you invest in a startup? 32:30 Hardskill of Numbers vs Softskill of Tenacity 34:46 How do you do Emotional management? 37:59 Easier said than done. 39:15 You have to tailor everything to people! 42:02 What is a business? 45:26 How do you sell? 48:41 What is Social Media? 54:11 Is there a right way to market anything? 59:41 How do you deal with stress? 01:02:54 What would be your advice to people just staring out? 01:07:04 Rationalizing your emotional quotient.

Discuss the challenges of entrepreneurship, dealing with stress, and the importance of enjoying life.

Whether you're an aspiring entrepreneur or a seasoned professional, this episode offers valuable insights and inspiration.

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Episode: Suicides, Prevention, How Do You Become A Better Listener?

In this episode of the Mixed Emotions Podcast, Mihir Oka hosts Sachin Chitambaran, founder of Connect Hub and lead trainer at Samaritans Mumbai (Unkahee Foundation), a suicide prevention helpline.

Sachin discusses his lifelong career in mental health, emphasizing the importance of listening, breaking down biases, and understanding self-harm as more than just attention-seeking behavior.

He shares insights from his global experience, the training process for volunteers, the challenges during COVID-19, and common myths associated with mental health.

The podcast underscores the crucial need for empathy, proper training, and support systems in addressing mental health issues.

Sachin gets into the challenging topics of suicide prevention, nuances of running prevention helplines and the art of becoming a better listener.

Time Stamps

02:11 Intro

06:36 Let them Vent!

06:44 Offer a Listening Ear

10:29 Who is a Good Listener?

11:41 Are Children better Listeners?

13:04 How to Bring Self Awareness?

14:48 What does Suicide prevention Training Look Like?w

17:19 Training to prevent mental distress

18:35 How do you add Listening as a skill?

21:43 How to give feedback?

22:40 How many calls do you get?

25:19 Why is it anonymous?

28:12 What allows sharing!?

30:29 How do you select Volunteers?

32:02 Do you get Inappropriate Calls?

33:34 How do You Destress after calls

38:10 What happened in Covid?

39:39 How do you run a 24/7 Helpline

44:25 How do you Listen without Judgement?

47:05 We are not logical beings!

49:55 What is the illusion of Control?

52:27 Different forms of Self harm?

53:48 Myths

57:12 Labels of attention seeking

58:54 How do you unlearn?

01:01:35 There is no Moral High Ground!

01:02:53 We have made listening complicated

01:06:16 There is no privilege in doing this.

01:11:41 Becoming Self aware

01:12:53 Relationship building

Why This Matters:

The simple act of truly listening can be lifesaving.

This episode aims to equip our listeners with the knowledge to be there for others in their moments of greatest need.

Listener Advisory:

This episode contains discussions about suicide that some may find distressing.

If you're struggling, please reach out for help. You're not alone.

Suicide Prevention Helplines:

1. SamaritansMumbai: +91 84229 84528 / +91 84229 84529 / +91 84229 84530
2. AASRA: +91-9820466726
3. TISS - ICall: 022-2552111 / +91 52987821

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