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The Happiness Hour with Ashu Khanna Season 1#16 Live In The PresentIn this heartwarming and reflective episode of The Happiness Hour, Ashu Khanna is joined by Harish Mehta — a pioneer of India's tech ecosystem, founding member of NASSCOM, author of bestseller The Maverick Effect, and founder of Onward Technologies.Together, they explore the ever-evolving idea of happiness, touching on how it shifts with time, and perspective. Harish shares his belief in savoring life’s simple moments — from laughing with his grandchildren to drawing inspiration from nature. He emphasizes the importance of staying grounded, letting go of seriousness, and living in the present with joy an...2025-05-0529 min
The Happiness Hour with Ashu Khanna Season 1#15 Power Of PrayerIn this illuminating episode of The Happiness Hour, Ashu Khanna is joined by the profoundly insightful Gauranga Das—leadership coach, spiritual teacher, and director at ISKCON's Govardhan Eco Village. Together, they explore a timeless yet urgent question: What is true happiness, and how can we sustain it in a chaotic world?Drawing from the Bhagavad Gita and Vedic wisdom, Gauranga Das discusses two broad categories of happiness—temporary pleasures and enduring, spiritual bliss. He shares how his journey from IIT Bombay to monkhood was guided by a profound question that haunted him: Is death a so...2025-05-0529 min
The Happiness Hour with Ashu Khanna Season 1#14 Integration Of Purpose And ProfitIn this deeply engaging episode of The Happiness Hour, Ashu Khanna sits down with Ashwin Damera, Executive Director at Emeritus and a passionate entrepreneur driven by purpose. Together, they explore the meaning of happiness, the journey of finding purpose through impact, and how Ashwin’s pivot into entrepreneurship led him to revolutionize access to education for adult learners globally.Ashwin shares how his definition of happiness is rooted in positively touching the lives of others — whether it's through small everyday moments or the transformative impact of helping over 250,000 learners through Emeritus. From turning down a Mc...2025-04-2830 min
The Happiness Hour with Ashu Khanna Season 1#13 Spirituality - The Art Of LivingIn this enlightening episode of Happiness Hour, Ashu Khanna sits down with Swami Swatmananda, a revered spiritual teacher from Chinmaya Mission, to explore the essence of happiness through Vedantic wisdom. Swamiji shares his transformative journey from commerce and software engineering to dedicating his life to spirituality. They discuss the myths surrounding spiritual practice, the right time to embark on a spiritual journey, and how Vedanta provides a logical and profound understanding of the self. Swamiji emphasizes how true happiness is not found in external achievements but in recognizing our supreme nature. 2025-04-1421 min
The Happiness Hour with Ashu Khanna Season 1#12 Honour Your FeelingsIn this insightful episode of The Happiness Hour, host Ashu Khanna talks to media maven and happiness evangelist Raj Nayak, the founder of House of Cheer. Raj shares the fascinating story behind his cheerful persona—how an unexpected twist in life led to his digital identity as Raj Cheerful and eventually to the creation of a company dedicated to spreading joy. He reflects on the power of serendipity, embracing life’s flow, and how success is an outcome of meaningful moments, that appear unplanned but are part of larger design.2025-04-1030 min
The Happiness Hour with Ashu Khanna Season 1#11 Happiness Is In Aligning With The True SelfIn this enlightening episode of Ashu Khanna’s Happiness Conversations, Ashu talks to Shreans Daga—entrepreneur, spiritual teacher, and chairman of Pyramid Valley International—to explore the essence of true happiness and the power of meditation.Shreans shares his profound journey of struggle to self-awareness, revealing how meditation transformed his life. He discusses the distinction between fleeting pleasure and lasting joy, the importance of aligning with one’s inner source, and the deep wisdom behind Buddha’s teachings on suffering and identity.Tune in for an inspiring conversation on how droppi...2025-03-3131 min
The Happiness Hour with Ashu Khanna Season 1#10 Role of Happiness in LeadershipIn this inspiring episode of Happiness Hour, Ashu Khanna sits down with Siji Varghese, founder of Leaders in Lipstick, a movement dedicated to empowering women in leadership. With 28 years of corporate experience and a mission to build strong women leaders, Siji shares her remarkable journey—from banking and finance to becoming a transformational coach.Together, Ashu and Siji discuss:💡 The challenges and breakthroughs of women in leadership🌿 The vision behind Leaders in Lipstick and why mentorship matters📈 How increasing women in senior roles can significantly impact global prog...2025-03-2424 min
The Happiness Hour with Ashu Khanna Season 1#9 Humanity is oneIn this thought-provoking episode of Happiness Hour, Ashu Khanna sits down with Akhil Gupta, former CEO and CMD of Blackstone India and a corporate leader-turned-seeker, to explore his extraordinary journey from the world of business to a quest for deeper meaning.Akhil shares how his early religious upbringing, experiences across HUL, Reliance, and Blackstone, and pursuit of higher purpose led him to establish the Universal Enlightenment Forum (UEF) and write about the commonalities in world religions.Key Takeaways:✅ How childhood values shape lifelong decisions✅ The role...2025-03-1728 min
The Happiness Hour with Ashu Khanna Season 1#8 Power Of CommunityIn this enlightening episode of The Happiness Hour, Ashu Khanna sits down with Professor Francis X. Clooney, SJ, a distinguished scholar of Hindu traditions and a Jesuit priest, to explore the intersection of religion and spirituality. Drawing from his decades of study and personal experiences, Professor Clooney shares his insights on:✅ The difference and interconnectedness between religion and spirituality✅ How faith traditions can foster universal understanding and peace✅ The evolution of religious practices in changing societies✅ The role of community in shaping spiritual consciousnessWith d...2025-03-0326 min
The Happiness Hour with Ashu Khanna Season 1#7 Finding Purpose Through AdversityWhat if life's greatest challenges were actually blessings in disguise? 🌿 In this episode of The Happiness Hour, Ashu Khanna sits down with award-winning author, teacher, and spiritual guide Gary Hansel to explore his transformative journey from chasing corporate success to finding spiritual wisdom.Gary shares how a major life shift forced him to slow down, embrace the journey of self-discovery, and find deeper meaning beyond professional achievements. Together, they discuss:✨ Turning adversity into personal growth✨ The power of mindfulness, gratitude, and resilience✨ How grounding, nature, and self...2025-02-1728 min
The Happiness Hour with Ashu Khanna Season 1#6 Happiness DilemmaHow do we decide when we have "enough" and how can we be of value to the world?🌱Ashu Khanna and Rajesh Kasturirangan explore the fine line between ambition and contentment. If happiness is found in the little things—relationships, laughter, and purpose—why do we always seek more?They discuss how gratitude, joy, and giving can transform our perspective and create a more fulfilling life.In this insightful episode of The Happiness Hour, they also examine:🔹 How our mindset influences sustainable choices🔹 The...2025-02-1226 min
The Happiness Hour with Ashu Khanna Season 1#5 Happiness Can Be CreatedIn this episode of The Happiness Hour, Ashu Khanna engages in an inspiring conversation with Lynne Marks, a globally acclaimed image master, mentor, and founder of the London Image Institute. As a pioneer in the field of image consulting, Lynne shares how she has redefined the profession by integrating appearance, behavior, and communication to create authentic, confident leaders.Lynne reflects on pivotal moments in her journey, from her groundbreaking contributions to the image consulting industry to her belief in the transformative power of language and self-awareness. With stories of her "yes" moments...2025-02-1027 min
The Happiness Hour with Ashu Khanna Season 1#4 Finding Harmony: Gauri Devidayal on Balancing Life, Purpose, and HappinessIn this engaging episode of The Happiness Hour, Ashu Khanna sits down with Gauri Devidayal—lawyer turned celebrated restauranteur—to explore her unique journey of balancing the demands of entrepreneurship, parenthood, and self-discovery. Gauri opens up about the unfiltered happiness she observes in her young daughter, the challenges of navigating societal expectations, and the power of prioritizing personal joy over perfection.They delve into the art of finding harmony rather than striving for an elusive balance, learning to coexist with multiple roles, and making decisions rooted in authenticity. Gauri shares her transformation as a...2025-01-2429 min
The Happiness Hour with Ashu Khanna Season 1#3 Finding Balance Between Success & HappinessJoin Ashu Khanna in an inspiring episode of The Happiness Hour with Ashutosh Garg - entrepreneur, author, podcaster, and executive coach. From his transformative journey in the corporate world to building ventures like Guardian Pharmacy and The Brand Called You podcast, Ashutosh shares his evolving perspective on success, happiness, and wealth.Discover how his life experiences, including navigating career transitions, embracing personal growth, and fostering resilience, have shaped his understanding of true contentment. Together, Ashu and Ashutosh delve into the balance between material achievements and inner joy, offering actionable...2025-01-2130 min
The Happiness Hour with Ashu Khanna Season 1#2 Happiness Is Not By ChanceStep into The Happiness Hour with Ashu Khanna as she hosts Amulek Singh, founder and CEO of Chai Point, for an inspiring and insightful conversation about leadership, innovation, and the cultural significance of chai in India.Amulek shares his entrepreneurial journey, from his Microsoft days to building Chai Point into a beloved brand that blends tradition with technology. Learn how his childhood experiences of brewing chai in a joint family inspired his vision for standardizing chai while preserving its personalization.Discover:• The challenges and triumphs of team bu...2025-01-0730 min
The Happiness Hour with Ashu Khanna Season 1#1 Happiness is in Living with SurrenderIn this inspiring episode of The Happiness Hour, Ashu Khanna sits down with Rashmi Shetty, a leadership and self-expression coach who has transformed lives across the globe. Known for integrating the wisdom of the Bhagavad Gita into her coaching and creating signature programs like Vani and Power of W, Rashmi shares her journey of embracing authenticity and connecting deeply with her purpose.Rashmi opens up about a bold personal decision, shaving her head as a promise of gratitude and the profound lessons it brought. From addressing societal expectations to embracing her authentic self, she...2024-12-2728 min
Masters DecodedEP11 “How to Discover Your Inner Voice? Learn about the Journey to Self-Discovery” - In conversation with Ashu KhannaIn today's episode, I have the pleasure of inviting Ashu Khanna
Ashu Khanna is the dynamic CEO of Arka Leadership. With a successful career as an author and coach, Ashu has helped countless individuals harness the power of their inner voice to achieve unprecedented levels of growth and self-discovery. With a unique approach to learning and motivational leadership, Ashu is a true game-changer in the world of personal and professional development
So if you're ready to take your life to the next level, and looking for a source of inspiration to unlock your true potential...2023-04-2759 min
IMA InsightsSustaining a Winning Culture with Ashu KhannaWith widespread remote working, rampant churn in talent pools and increasingly-transactional employee-employer relationships, companies risk losing elements of their culture, and with it, their competitive advantage. What does it take to build and sustain a winning culture in the current environment and what is the role of the leadership, including CHROs?At a recent India CHRO Forum session in Mumbai, Ashu Khanna, Founder and CEO of Arka Leadership, shared the nuances of building and sustaining a winning culture. This podcast summarises some key takeaways from the session 2022-12-0105 min