How do you rebuild your life when everything falls apart?In this heartfelt episode, Dariush Soudi, Investor, Founder & Global Speaker, joins Paula to share his extraordinary journey of resilience, faith, and purpose. From a difficult childhood in Iran and years of struggle in the UK to losing it all and starting over in Dubai, Dariush opens up about the experiences that shaped him and the lessons that changed everything.He speaks about turning pain into power, the discipline behind manifestation, and why real success begins with clarity of values. With honesty, humor, and wisdom, Dariush reminds us that no matter how far we fall, there’s always a way to rise again.We talk about:✔️ Dariush’s journey from struggle to success✔️ How to rebuild your life after losing everything✔️ The mindset that turns pain into power✔️ The link between clarity, values, and happiness✔️ How discipline fuels manifestation✔️ Why empathy and gratitude keep us humanThis one is about rebuilding yourself so deeply that even success feels like peace.#resilience #mindset #manifestation #portraitsbypaulamac #leadership #entrepreneurship #selfgrowthFollow us on socials:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/podcastportraits_TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@portraits_podcastFollow Dariush: https://www.instagram.com/dariushsoudiofficial/Chapters:00:00 Introduction02:00 Dariush on resilience and second chances06:20 Growing up in Iran and facing prejudice in the UK11:10 The importance of empathy in a divided world18:00 Truth, courage, and questioning what we’re told24:00 Lessons from trauma, loss, and healing30:00 Defining your values and boundaries37:00 Finding home and hope in Dubai44:00 The real meaning of money and success50:00 How manifestation really works57:00 Building a lasting legacy01:03:00 Meditation, gratitude, and daily discipline01:07:00 Final reflections and takeaways
