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The Musafir Stories - India Travel PodcastEp. 107: Jodhpur with Preethi ParthasarathyThis week, The Musafir Stories speaks to Preeti Parthasarathy, the Peppy Travel Girl!Today's destination: Jodhpur, Rajasthan! Nearest Airport: Jodhpur Airport, JDHNearest Railway Station: Jodhpur Junction, JUPrerequisites - Dress according to the weather!Packing - Pack your sunglasses and sunscreen!Time of the year - Oct-DecLength of the itinerary: 4-5 daysItinerary Highlights: Preethi starts off the episode with some geographic context around Jodhpur, best time to visit and ways one can get there. We touch bri...
2021-06-2452 min
Rediscovering Self with Amrutam"I find it difficult to ask for help."A lot of us find it difficult to ask for help. We can't proactively approach someone to help us out, be it therapy, or even just talking to a loved one.
In this episode, host Preethi talks to Anushka Kelkar and Aviva Bhansali, co-founders of Therapize. Therapize is re-defining the way people engage with their mental healthcare every day. It aims to simplify and personalizse the process of seeking therapy in South Asia by connecting individuals to the right, qualified, culturally competent therapists for themselves and building niche support groups that foster group healing.
You...
2021-03-2335 minRediscovering Self with Amrutam“I’m addicted to social media!”How often have we caught ourselves scrolling endlessly on Instagram? Or binge-watching videos on YouTube? Or going down a rabbit hole of information? This type of behaviour subconsciously plays on our mental health and sometimes, we end up feeling worse than before after a scrolling session.
Joining Preethi on this episode is Akashdeep Ghoshal, a clinical psychologist, who helps us understand the causes and effects of this behaviour.
A resource mentioned in the podcast that can be used to limit screen time is ‘App Block.’
You can follow Akash at www.instagram.com/akas...
2021-01-1531 minRediscovering Self with Amrutam"I lose my temper a lot and hate when things don't go my way."How often have we said "I have a very short temper", or "She has major anger issues." Have we pondered on where this behaviour comes from?
In this episode, host Preethi talks to Tanvi Kankan, a mental health counsellor, about the types of anger, its triggers, and what we need to be cognisant of. Tune in. This one unfurls a lot of new information.
You can follow Tanvi's work at her LinkedIn.
Host Preethi Parthasarathy is a travel content creator, a podcaster, and a mental health warrior. Follow her work at www.peppytravelgirl...
2021-01-0824 minRediscovering Self with Amrutam"I stress a lot about pending work."That itch to get things done, and still not feeling satisfied. The hustle culture. The stress that comes with deadlines. The need to do, and keep doing.
Listen to Prateek Sharma, psychologist and mental health activist, talk about all of these and more as we try and understand where this behaviour comes from, how it impacts us, and what we should be doing to resolve it.
You can find links to Prateek's work here -
Instagram, The Logical Indian, NY Times, Vice, Firstpost
Some of the resources mentioned in the episode...
2021-01-0135 minRediscovering Self with Amrutam"I live in constant dread that something bad is going to happen."Have you ever caught yourself thinking of the worst possible outcomes? Or stopped yourself from having a good time because you feel it is temporary and something bad is going to happen very soon? This episode drills down to the root of it all.
Aanchal Harjai is an RCI licensed Clinical Psychologist and a dedicated mental health professional. Aanchal is passionate about making a difference, and believes in sharing knowledge and experiences to bring about healthy transformations. You can follow her work at www.instagram.com/mind_persona.
Host Preethi Parthasarathy is a travel content...
2020-12-2528 min
Travels, Tales and Takes with PreethiEp. 18 - BONUS EPISODE! A European ChristmasIt's the most festive time of the year! Christmas is here, 2021 is just around the corner and we're all hoping for a new year that's far better than the one that's going by. I wanted to bring a special Christmas episode here, and for this one, you and I are going to be listening to magical stories from Europe's fabled Christmas markets!
Listen in, and I won't be surprised if Europe in winter shoots up a few ranks on your bucket list!
A HUGE thanks to the voices in this episode -
Susana...
2020-12-2419 minRediscovering Self with Amrutam"I can't get out of bed"You know those days when getting out of bed itself feels like a task and you just want to snuggle in your blankets forever? When you feel absolutely no motivation to get anything done? Where inertia appears to be the rule and your will power has no power at all?
This episode tackles everything you feel on those days and goes on to explore why rest is important, what hustling is all about, and how you can work through feeling this way.
Aafreen Ansari is a strong advocate for mental health rights and awareness. By...
2020-12-1831 minRediscovering Self with Amrutam"I don't like how I look"Have you ever felt 100% happy with your body? Or have there been moments when you've looked in the mirror and thought, "I wish my stomach was flatter", or simply wished there were things that were different?
Body image issues plague the mind, subconsciously eating away at our confidence and our self-worth, manifesting in different forms in work and relationships.
Preethi talks to Rhea Mathews, a mental health researcher and a counselling psychologist, about the effect of societal standards, invisible pressure, and how to accept our body in this episode. If you've ever thought about your...
2020-12-1125 minRediscovering Self with Amrutam"I'm scared of confrontation."Sometimes, the thought of broaching a subject can make us feel terrified, uncertain, unsure, and closed off. Sometimes, we may even feel an inertia when it comes to taking feedback. All of this involves confrontation, which does not need to be as negative as one might think it is.
In this episode, Preethi talks to Ishani Badyal, a psychologist-psychotherapist, about where this behaviour comes from, where its root lies, why confrontation is necessary, and what we can do as individuals to make the process a little easier for ourselves.
You can follow Ishani on her...
2020-12-0425 minRediscovering Self with Amrutam"I procrastinate a LOT!"How often have we casually thrown this statement around? "I have a ton of work and it's all piled up because I procrastinate so much". Here's the thing - this 'behaviour' is coming from somewhere, and if you've ever wondered WHY you procrastinate at all and how you can try changing it, this episode is for you.
In this episode, our host Preethi talks to Rhea Gandhi and unpacks the thoughts and emotions behind procrastination. Why do we do it? What's going on in our mind when we do? Is there any way to stop procrastinating?
2020-11-2722 min
Travels, Tales and Takes with PreethiEp. 17 - #PepTale! Breakfast in Tainan.The larger part of my favourite travel memories is defined by interactions with people. Of these, chance encounters take the top spot, and in this #PepTale, join me for a short conversation with a stranger over breakfast in Tainan. Some stories don't really end. They're just.. left hanging for the listener to imagine as they wish, and this is one. If you're reading this, drop me a line on my Instagram www.instagram.com/peppytravelgirl and tell me how you wish this story would end. If it does at all :) Happy listening!
Also, please forgive the audio...
2020-11-2212 minRediscovering Self with Amrutam"I'm not sure if therapy is the right path for me."The environment we live in is packed with stressors and each of us finds a different way to cope. Therapy can be a major step in the direction of self-care, but the idea of it is normally met with preconceived notions. That it's expensive, might not offer a helpful perspective, takes far too long to 'work', and is for those who are mentally 'ill'.
In this episode, host Preethi unpacks this thought with Stuti Ashok Gupta, Principal - Brand and Vision at Amrutam and a practicing psychotherapist. Why is mental wellness important? Is therapy right for you...
2020-11-2041 minRediscovering Self with AmrutamRediscovering Self by AmrutamScheduled Launch: 20th Nov 2020.
Rediscovering Self is a podcast that addresses the daily ramblings of the mind and talks about what influences the way we think and how we can cope with an ever-changing world. Join host Preethi Parthasarathy as she talks to a different mental wellness professional every week in a bid to understand human thoughts and behaviour.
Health is beauty. Mental wellness is as important as physical wellness, and this podcast aims to normalise conversation and dialogue around this.
Tune in, listen, understand, get better.
This podcast is brought...
2020-11-1301 min
Travels, Tales and Takes with PreethiEp. 16 - Moving to Bir, loving the mountains, and spinning stories with Japleen KaurFew sense an opportunity when presented, and fewer actually reach out and grab it with both hands. Japleen Kaur is one such human, who saw what she had dreamed of her whole life in front of her life, and without a second thought, leapt at it. She's a Mumbai girl who moved to Bir in Himachal Pradesh to live the life of her dreams. Her love for travel showed her the place where she would build her life as it is today, and in this episode, we talk all about moving to the mountains, calling them home, exploring Bir...
2020-11-1256 min
Namaskar India - Tales from Indian History and MythologyThe Golden Age: A Time of Innovation, Creativity, and Intellectual Pursuits | Ancient Indian History SeriesThe reign of the Gupta Empire is also known as the Golden Age & Classical Age of India. The stability, peace and prosperity created under leadership of Guptas enabled the pursuit of scientific and artistic endeavors in India. Large advancements were made in fields of science, technology, engineering, art, literature, mathematics, astronomy, religion and philosophy during this period.Contact, follow and support my work - all in one place: https://linktr.ee/NamaskarIndiaUPI ID: 9893547492@ptaxisTopic: History of India - Ancient India.Timeline: 415 CE - 455 CE...
2020-10-1915 min
Namaskar India - Tales from Indian History and MythologyVikramaditya: From Controversies to Legends | Ancient Indian History SeriesWe will learn how Chandragupta took the throne of the Gupta Empire. Many say he conspired against his own brother, Ramagupta, to come to power. And even after such a controversial beginning, he became a revered character of Indian legends.Contact, follow and support my work - all in one place: https://linktr.ee/NamaskarIndiaUPI ID: 9893547492@ptaxisTopic: History of India - Ancient India.Timeline: 375 CE - 415 CE.--------- Guest details ---------Connect with Preethi Parthasarathy at:https://anchor.fm/pree...
2020-10-1213 min
Travels, Tales and Takes with PreethiEp. 15 - #PepTake! Mind Matters - Understanding Mental Health with Stuti Ashok GuptaIt took me losing joy in the one thing that gave me joy to realise that maybe something was wrong. I was diagnosed with chronic anxiety and depression in Nov'19 after having been living with it for months, and seeking therapy was one of the best decisions I have ever taken. In my journey with mental health, I've met crusaders, activists and warriors who are making such a difference in the mental health space. In this #PepTake, Stuti Ashok Gupta joins me to discuss mental health and why it is important. Stuti is a qualified psychotherapist who has been practicing...
2020-08-3053 min
Travels, Tales and Takes with PreethiEp. 14 - #PepTale! It Could've Gotten Really Bad in Ramanathapuram, Tamil NaduTravelling solo ain't always a cakewalk. While it's always a lot of fun and never fails to entertain, it does, sometimes, serve up its own moments that can terrify, that can cause your stomach to sink, and sometimes leave you thanking your lucky stars. As a girl travelling alone, there are far too many of those, let's face it. Today's #PepTale is a story from a time which could've gotten really, really bad. The episode opens with a few thoughts on what the internet has been looking like recently and why I'm talking about this story and then goes...
2020-08-2218 min
Travels, Tales and Takes with PreethiEp. 13 - #PepTake! Befriending the body and unlearning shame with Anushka KelkarLiving in a body that's not "conventionally attractive" can mean a ton of self-sabotage, as I realised on multiple occasions when I denied myself experiences when I was travelling. Thinking back, it hurts, but also begs the question - WHY? Why do we self-sabotage? Why is acceptance of one's body so difficult? Why do we live with so much shame and where did it come from?
Anushka Kelkar joins me on this #PepTake to delve into the topic of bodies, shame, and acceptance. We talk about where body image issues come from and its impact on our...
2020-08-1038 min
Travels, Tales and Takes with PreethiEp. 12 - #PepTalk - Road-tripping through Namibia with Tanya KhanijowVisiting Africa is a dream for many, and Tanya Khanijow made hers come true on her solo trip to Namibia. It was her first time in the continent, and she drove across the country in a 4x4. She describes her journey as 'life-changing', and in this conversation, we find out why. This #PepTalk opens up with Tanya talking about how this trip actually happened. She goes on to tell us about her 4x4 vehicle, or as we now call it, the 'wonder car'.
Head to 11:11 for details on arriving in the country and the route she took...
2020-08-011h 14
Travels, Tales and Takes with PreethiEp. 11 - #PepTake! Living a location-independent lifestyle, with Kaushal KarkhanisHow do you earn while travelling? Is it possible to work on the go? Can I actually work while sipping cocktails by the pool? Is this for real?
A location-independent lifestyle sure sounds glamorous. With good reason, because living life on your terms, living anywhere in the world and making money while at it sounds like a dream, doesn't it?
Kaushal Karkhanis is a graphic designer, a content creator and a community-fiend who's been living the location independent lifestyle since 12 years and joins me on this episode to tell us all about how he does...
2020-07-2650 min
Travels, Tales and Takes with PreethiEp. 10 - #PepTalk! Discovering Odisha with Divyakshi GuptaIndia. This country that we live in does NOT fail to surprise, with SO much diversity and distinct changes in its landscapes, cultures, languages, food, and heritage every few kilometres. There's so much to see and explore here, and some people manage to delve deep into its heart and uncover some of its most endearing secrets.
In this episode, I speak to Divyakshi Gupta from The Quirky Wanderer about the time she spent exploring Odisha. Divsi, as she is known, is among India's top travel bloggers and has been doing it since before blogging became a thing...
2020-07-231h 10
Travels, Tales and Takes with PreethiEp. 09: #PepTale! Of rains, hiking and magic in Paro, BhutanThe Mumbai rains have me feeling all cosy and have made me delve into my memories of rainy days. Today's #PepTale brings you a story from one such day, where the rains weren't exactly a friend!
I went to Bhutan solo in July 2019, and the famous hike to Tiger's Nest Monastery in Paro - or Taktsang Monastery - was very, very high on my list. It's a steep climb to a stunning monastery which takes around 2 hours one way, and I had an extra level of difficulty - the rains. Added to that, my guide ditched me...
2020-07-1817 min
Travels, Tales and Takes with PreethiEp. 08 - PepTalk! Exploring Costa Rica with Anindita Chatterjee.Adventure and nature await on this dreamy trip to the land of Pura Vida in Central America! Anindita Chatterjee takes us on a journey straight into the rainforests, waterfalls, volcanoes and beaches of Costa Rica as she relives her experience there with me in this #PepTalk.
Jump to what you want to listen - All things nature at 9:53, volcanoes at 11:51, jumping off waterfalls at 15:00, soaking in hot springs at 24:40, seeing sloths and exploring rainforests at 28:20, gorgeous waters and sandy beaches at 31:45, and all about Costa Rican food at 35:15.
Listen to Anindita talk about Pura Vida...
2020-07-1150 min
Travels, Tales and Takes with PreethiEp. 07 - #PepTale from Munnar! An Exquisite SunriseI’ve always found there to be something magical about sunrises. In today’s #PepTale, come with me to the rolling tea plantations of Munnar. I’m talking about the one day I saw breathtaking beauty in the simple magnificence of a sunrise. Sometimes, it’s the most basic of things that turn out to be incredibly exquisite, and on my visit to Kolukkumalai, I saw how. Tune in! Drop me your feedback, comments and compliments on www.instagram.com/peppytravelgirl. You can also check out my website www.peppytravelgirl.com to see what I get up to.
2020-07-0515 min
Travels, Tales and Takes with PreethiEp. 06 - #PepTalk! Let's explore Iceland with Kritika Goel!We're transporting ourselves to someplace surreal in today's episode! Kritika Goel joins me in this #PepTalk as we explore Iceland through her eyes. Iceland is gorgeous - astounding landscapes dotted with gushing waterfalls, black sands, volcanic rock, even diamond ice! A land where the sun sets at 12 in the middle of the night in summers. A land which hosts the unbelievable northern lights in winters. Kritika aptly describes Iceland as unreal as she regales stories from her visit and tells us what made it so unforgettable.
Kritika is a travel vlogger and you can check out her w...
2020-07-0143 min
Travels, Tales and Takes with PreethiEp. 05 - #PepTale! Brno: That one day when everything went wrongSometimes, while travelling, even the best-laid plans can go completely awry and leave you in a bit of a lurch. I wanted to visit the Punkva Caves in the Moravian Karst region of the Czech Republic, which could be accessed from the city of Brno. My entire journey to the caves and back was a bit of a misadventure, and in this #PepTale, I'm telling you a story about a day when everything that could go wrong, did. Seriously. Imagine getting hopelessly lost in a place where there's nothing and no one around, you don't know the language, you...
2020-06-2721 min
Travels, Tales and Takes with PreethiEp. 04 - #PepTalk! Let's Explore Brazil with Ankita KumarJumping straight into the colourful chaos and culture of Brazil with Ankita Kumar in this episode of #PepTalks! We're travelling into the heart of Brazil - the carnival, the beaches, the favelas - and it's all about travelling slow and doing it just like a local would! Tune in, because there are some CRAZY stories in here!
Ankita Kumar is a travel content creator who spent 2 months in Brazil long before the world went into lockdown. Check out her travel videos on her Youtube Channel - Monkey.Inc and her Instagram - www.instagram.com/monkey.inc.
Connect with me...
2020-06-1753 min
Travels, Tales and Takes with PreethiEp. 03 - #PepTale from Spiti! Starry skies and starry eyes.Magic came to life in Spiti Valley, where this city girl lost herself to an unbounded sense of wonder and joy in the heart of raw, untouched nature.
Spiti is like no place on earth. Mighty mountains, stunning valleys and the jewel-studded night sky make for beauty like no other, and this quiet, unassuming simplicity turned my world upside down. Listen to this short tale from the Himalayas. You might fall in love.
Follow me on Instagram: www.instagram.com/peppytravelgirl
Find more stories on my blog: www.peppytravelgirl.com
2020-06-1311 min
Travels, Tales and Takes with PreethiEp. 02 - #PepTalk! Let's Explore Kyrgyzstan with Sharanya IyerJoin me on this #PepTalk as we explore Kyrgyzstan with Sharanya Iyer from Truly Nomadly! We talk about splendid landscapes, living in yurts, fun hikes, and the incredible, surreal World Nomad Games!
Sharanya is a seasoned traveller and a content creator who travelled solo through Kyrgyzstan, Uzbekistan and Kazakhstan over 2 months. Check out her work at www.trulynomadly.com and www.instagram.com/trulynomadly.
Music credits - Pranav Chadha and Parichay Talreja
2020-06-0550 min
Travels, Tales and Takes with PreethiEp. 01 - #PepTale from Vienna - A Hundred Human ConnectionsIt was a rainy, windy morning in Vienna. I was on my way to Schönbrunn Palace, but something I saw en route distracted me, and I ended up changing tracks in an instant. A lady was setting up hula hoops in a small compound by the sidewalk. She also had a sign that said 'Eye Contact Experiment'. And I let my curiosity get the better of me.
Tune in for a #PepTale about an unexpected experience that pleasantly surprised me with what it did with its sheer simplicity. It's a heartwarming one, and I promise you'll e...
2020-05-3013 min
Travels, Tales and Takes with PreethiEp. 00 - New podcast!! Here's what it's all about!!Welcome to Travels, Tales and Takes with Preethi! That's me! I'm a travel-mad corporate escapee who's now a solo traveller wandering around the world in search of stories and experiences. I turned into a full-time content creator and I also create travel vlogs for TLC India!
If it's a short travel story you want to hear, check out a #PepTale. If you want to explore a gorgeous destination with an amazing fellow traveller and me, tune in to a #PepTalk! Orrrr if you want something you can nod along to, give one of my #PepTakes a listen!!
2020-05-2902 min