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Happy & HumanAmbition without Apology with Rashi KakkarSend us a textDinesh Melwani and Dr. Seema Desai have the sharp, insightful, and refreshingly real Rashi Kakkar for this week’s conversation that travels across personal ambition, parenthood, identity, and the art of living authentically in a noisy world. Rashi, a former management consultant turned learning and development leader at a top-tier global firm, opens up about what it means to grow, even when life is messy, uncertain, or just plain overwhelming. From her unexpected journey into motherhood to launching her newsletter, Decks and Diapers, Rashi shares how she embraced the “cringe” and found joy in the...2025-07-011h 07Happy & HumanThe Space Between All or NothingSend us a textThis episode is a refreshingly honest conversation that feels like a much-needed exhale. Dinesh and Seema take a step back to reflect not just on the rhythm of the show, but on the bigger picture many of us find ourselves in: managing full plates, full lives, and the tension between hustle and intentionality. They explore what it means to give ourselves permission to slow down, recalibrate, and pursue alignment without guilt.This episode is an invitation to examine your own season of life, the pace you’ve set, and whether it st...2025-06-1713 minHappy & HumanThe Imposter PhenomenonSend us a textWhat if the only thing standing between you and the confident, effective version of yourself was simply how you see yourself? In this episode, Seema is exploring the quiet but common feeling of imposter syndrome through the eyes of a high-achieving professional who, despite an impressive resume, still wonders if they truly belong in the room. This is a heartfelt conversation about identity, self-worth, and what it takes to truly own the room.If you've ever doubted your place in a role, wrestled with confidence, or felt like you had to "...2025-06-0313 minHappy & HumanUnpacking the Asian Leadership Gap with Paraag MaddiwarSend us a textIn this episode Seema and Dinesh welcome Paraag Maddiwar. He shares his journey from the hills of Eastern Kentucky to the boardrooms of corporate America, and ultimately, to a life shaped by intentional choice and purpose. More than just a career retrospective, this conversation dives deep into what it means to redefine success, uncover agency within constraints, and confront cultural narratives that often dictate our ambitions before we’ve had a chance to dream for ourselves.From dismantling the myth of luck to exploring the Asian leadership gap, this episode offers a...2025-05-271h 11Happy & HumanYou’re More Creative Than You Think with Karriena DaryananiSend us a textIf you've ever felt the itch to start over, the tug to try something new, or the self-doubt that creeps in when life shifts direction, this episode is for you. Hosts Seema and Dinesh sit down with abstract media artist Karriena Daryanani, whose journey from Hong Kong to California, from fashion design to jewelry to full-time art, is a testament to the power of reinvention. With candid moments, vulnerable truths, and a whole lot of inspiration, Karriena opens up about navigating identity shifts, confronting “head trash,” and embracing creativity as a path to deep...2025-05-2055 minHappy & HumanPlays, PhD's, and the Beginner’s Mind with Dr. Deepak KumarSend us a textOn this episode, Dr. Seema Desai has a conversation with a truly remarkable guest: Dr. Deepak Kumar, a computer science professor at UC San Diego who also happens to be a playwright, composer, and lyricist. From cybersecurity research to staged readings at the Old Globe, Deepak’s journey is anything but conventional. They have a vulnerable and inspiring conversation that explores creativity, failure, and the emotional depth behind his newest play, House of India, a story set in a small-town Indian restaurant wrestling with legacy, identity, and change.If you’ve ever...2025-05-1346 minHappy & HumanWhen Everything Feels UrgentSend us a textWhen urgency strikes, how do you respond? In this duo episode, Seema and Dinesh discuss the hidden dynamics behind urgency, responsiveness, and people-pleasing. They explore how leadership, clear priorities, and emotional resilience shape the way we navigate unexpected demands, whether it's a client email marked “ASAP” or a personal crisis. They unpack the subtle art of managing your mind instead of letting circumstances dictate your actions.If you’ve ever felt trapped between competing obligations, struggled with setting boundaries, or simply want to cultivate more calm in a chaotic world, this conver...2025-05-0634 minHappy & HumanThe Case for Admin DaysSend us a textFeeling overwhelmed by the non-stop pace of work and life? This solo episode with Seema invites you to pause and consider a simple but powerful tool that could radically shift how you approach your time, your energy, and your presence: the admin day. Seema is discussing the exhaustion that comes from chasing productivity at the expense of fulfillment and shares how reclaiming even small pockets of time can restore clarity, joy, and effectiveness in both your personal and professional life.Whether you're juggling client meetings, family responsibilities, or just the mental...2025-04-2915 minHappy & HumanRest, Resistance, and the Fourth Trimester with Dr. Sonal PatelSend us a textWhat if rest wasn’t something you earned, but something essential for healing and thriving? In episode, Dr. Seema Desai and Dinesh Melwani sit down with Dr. Sonal Patel, pediatrician and fierce advocate for moms navigating the mysterious and often overlooked “fourth trimester.” But don’t let the parenting focus fool you because this conversation goes beyond childbirth and into the heart of our culture’s obsession with achievement, productivity, and the pressure to prove ourselves.Whether you’re a parent or not, this conversation explores what it really means to slow down, w...2025-04-1554 minHappy & HumanThe One Thing You Should Stop Asking YourselfSend us a textSeema and Dinesh are back with another duo episode and diving into a question they hear all the time: "What's the one thing I should do to grow?" But instead of giving a simple hack or shortcut, they’re challenging the very premise of the question itself. Through personal stories, like an unexpected journey to barbecue school, Dinesh explores how embracing new challenges without overanalyzing can lead to an epic and fulfilling life. Seema reflects on the power of shifting our mindset, choosing joy over stress, and recognizing that how we sho...2025-04-0113 minHappy & HumanWhy This Founder Lived in a Nursing Home And What It Taught Him with Sameer DharSend us a textIn this episode, Dinesh and Seema have a conversation with entrepreneur and visionary Sameer Dhar for an inspiring and deeply insightful conversation. From being named one of Canada's top young leaders to founding a successful health tech startup, Sameer’s journey is anything but conventional. He takes us behind the scenes of his bold decision to live in nursing homes for a year, his drive to revolutionize healthcare accessibility, and the personal challenges of navigating identity and purpose after a major startup exit.This is so much more than a business su...2025-03-2558 minHappy & HumanMental Toughness in a World of ConvenienceSend us a textIn this special duo episode, Dr. Seema Desai and Dinesh Melwani explore the concept of mental toughness—what it means, how it develops, and whether it can be intentionally cultivated without hardship. They discuss the importance of self-reflection, doing hard things, and challenging oneself to build resilience. Seema shares personal insights on overcoming adversity, while Dinesh raises questions about privilege, parenting, and the role of discomfort in personal growth.Together, they examine how both adults and children can proactively strengthen their mental toughness, regardless of socioeconomic background. From everyday challenges to de...2025-03-1138 minHappy & HumanThe Science of Happiness: A Conversation with Dr. Jay BhattSend us a textToday on the podcast, Dr. Seema Desai and Dinesh Melwani sit down with Dr. Jay Bhatt, also known as the “Dancing Doctor.” They’re having a conversation around the intersection of happiness, intention, and well-being—both in medicine and in everyday life. Dr. Bhatt shares how a small act of joy, like dancing for a patient, can create meaningful connections and even contribute to healing. They also discuss the power of perspective, the importance of living our values, and how small moments of gratitude can shape our happiness. This episode is an inspiring discussi...2025-03-0427 minHappy & Human100 Episodes Strong: Overcoming Doubt with Avi DhyaniSend us a textIn this milestone 100th episode, Dinesh and Seema celebrate the power of consistency and reflect on the journey of reaching 100 episodes. They’re joined by Avi Dhyani, a young public policy student and the youngest DNC delegate, who shares his inspiring journey from middle school to becoming a political advocate. Avi opens up about the challenges of navigating life with a disability and his dual South Asian identity, discussing how these experiences shaped his passion for public policy and overcoming self-doubt. The conversation touches on the importance of mindset, resilience, and the role of...2025-02-2546 minHappy & HumanThe Truth About Sobriety with Nisha PatelSend us a textSeema and Dinesh are welcoming Nisha Patel on the podcast to have an honest conversation around sobriety. Nisha got sober at the age of 24 and shares her experience with others as well as helps her clients find healing and purpose. She answers common questions and misconceptions around sobriety, how making these kinds of changes help us become more aligned with our inner self and how to make big, long-lasting decisions. Her goal is to help people feel aligned and integrate back into a community that may not live the same way they want...2025-02-1159 minHappy & HumanHobbies, Happiness, and High Performance with Dr. Rahul DamaniaSend us a textDiscussing the importance of hobbies and lifelong learning, finding professional success both in and out of your main profession, Seema and Dinesh meet with Dr. Rahual Damania, pediatric critical care physician, educator, and entrepreneur. He’s inspiring us with his perspective on adaptability, finding happiness by releasing expectations and shifting our view on adversity. This conversation will help drive you towards seeking greatness in and outside of your career, pursue lifelong learning, and shift your focus to contribution rather than competition. About Dr. Rahul Damania:Dr. Rahul Damania is a ped...2025-02-041h 04Happy & HumanOptimizing Health and Weight Loss in 2025 with Dr. Umesh WadhavaniSend us a textSeema and Dinesh are having a conversation on not only optimizing your health, but your parents as well and how to approach conversations with them surrounding their health. He’s answering all your most-pressing health and wellness related questions, like what wellness trends are actually worthwhile? How do we simplify weight loss and nutrition? Does BMI really matter? How do we make sustainable changes instead of temporary ones? What are the habits of fit and healthy individuals? This is the perfect conversation to help you achieve your health goals this year AND give yo...2025-01-281h 09Happy & HumanJoy as a Metric of Success with Chief Joy Officer Loka PandyaSend us a textWhat does it mean to measure your success by joy? Are we addicted to the stress of life? Can we actually experience more joy by prioritizing it each day? These are all questions Seema and Dinesh dive into during their conversation with Loka Pandya, also known as, “Chief Joy Officer”. Loka’s mission is to spread joy and inspire people to live a more joyful life by taking a structured approach to joy. Through his own healing experience, he found the profound impact of joy in his life and cultivating it daily through proper...2025-01-141h 11Happy & HumanPerfectionism is Making Parenting Harder with Sanah KotadiaSend us a textWe are back from our holiday break to bring you our first episode of 2025 with Sanah Kotadia. She’s on the show having a conversation with Seema and Dinesh around how and why perfectionism is overcomplicating your parenting style and likely your relationships. She shares her insights working with mothers who are balancing career and family life and addressing the common yet challenging questions they face through family life and what it means to find balance. Sanah shares practical tips and strategies you can use in your own life to help you address yo...2025-01-0752 minHappy & HumanFlow State: The Science of Being with Dr. Anita BangaleSend us a textSeema and Dinesh have Dr. Anita Bangale on the podcast today to explore the transformative power of Flow State. Together, they’re talking about limits of labels, the treadmill of achievement, and the cultural paradigms that keep us stuck in a perpetual cycle of "what's next?" Dr. Bangale reflects on her own journey from hyper-specialization to embracing a more expansive, creative approach to life—and how becoming a mother reshaped her perspective.You'll learn more about how Flow State can help us transcend rigid identities, harness our neurobiology as an ally, and...2024-12-1757 minHappy & HumanHonouring Your Child's Birthright with Anu SehgalSend us a textHow do we encourage our children to honour their culture in the modern-day landscape? How do we help them normalize their duality living in the states? These are questions Seema and Dinesh explore in this episode with Anu Sehgal, children’s author and the Founder of the largest cultural literacy and language education company for kids that focuses on South Asia. They have a conversation around the importance of this work, and the ramifications of not doing the work. She shares how to effectively encourage and foster children’s positive self worth and norm...2024-11-191h 09Happy & HumanA Conversation on Ambition and Parenting with Neha RuchSend us a textWhat does it look like when an ambitious woman at the top of her game intentionally pauses paid work to focus on raising children? Is there a right and wrong way to approach the balance of work and professional ambitions with raising children? These are the questions and topics Seema and Dinesh dive into with guest Neha Ruch, founder of Mother United. Determined to represent the possibilities of being an ambitious woman or parent, choosing to pause or shift a career to focus on family, Neha shares her experience and the common experiences...2024-11-1253 minHappy & HumanTaking Care of Aging Parents with Salina ShahSend us a textSeema and Dinesh are bringing on Desi Daughters Founder Salina Shah to talk about something that’s impacting so many of us yet rarely talked about - taking care of aging parents. To bridge the gap on how and why this is an important topic, Salina Shah shares her insights and the reason behind her mission in creating Desi Daughters, an organization to empower other working professionals with aging Desi parents. While these conversations can be difficult, she shares her insights on how they can be more effective and the important things to ke...2024-10-2958 minHappy & HumanWhy Health Should Be Your Priority Now with Dr. Akash BajajSend us a textDo you believe health is wealth? This is the episode for you if you need that push to finally take your health seriously. If you’re still not convinced you have “the time” or it’ll be “worth” the time, this conversation with Akash will change your mind. Seema and Dinesh have an open conversation with Akash around the never ending benefits of taking your health seriously, why you may know what to do but still can’t seem to take action, and the inside scoop on his approach with clients that creates lasting transf...2024-10-1553 minHappy & HumanFinding Music and Unexpected Successes with Vivek AgrawalSend us a textDinesh and Seema are welcoming special guest, singer Vivek Agrawal. They have an exciting conversation around the unexpected paths we take to success, the value of embracing our passions and unique talents and how he pivoted from a career in tech as a sound engineer at Bose to making singing videos on TikTok. This is a fun and lively conversation you won’t want to miss - with a little singing surprise too!Vivek Agrawal is a singer based in the suburbs of Chicago who aims to take Bollywood music global. He...2024-10-0858 minHappy & HumanEmpathy is not about You with Dr. Payal BeriSend us a textJoin Seema and Dinesh for a deep dive into empathy and what it really means with Founder of RK Empathy, Dr. Payal Beri. Dr. Payal Beri shares insights into her extensive knowledge and research of empathy and how she blends her extensive organizational psychology and clinical therapy background with a deep commitment to fostering personal growth and societal impact. Seema and Dinesh have a conversation with her around her framework, what empathy looks like and how we can channel it for ourselves. Especially if you are in any sort of leadership or management...2024-10-0149 minHappy & HumanThe Pain Gap with Anushay HossainSend us a textHere to discuss The Pain Gap, Seema and Dinesh welcome special guest Anushay Hoissan. They’re having the necessary conversation around women’s health, pain, and the gaps in women’s health research. Anushay shares her personal experience and what drives her to continue to advocate for women’s health and the challenges women, espeically women of color, are still facing within the U.S. healthcare system. She shares ways we can make meaningful change and what excites her about the future of women’s health. Anushay Hossain is a Washington, DC-based au...2024-09-241h 02Happy & HumanThe Power of Voting with Neha DewanSend us a textHere to share the truth behind WHY your vote matters so much, for the presidential election and beyond, we have very special guest and National Director for South Asians for Harris, Neha Dewan. She’s here to share with us the value of elections, how to make informed decisions, and the BTS scoop on what she’s seeing during this election year. Seema and Dinesh have a conversation with her around the pressing issues South Asians face in the United States and how to use their voice effectively. This timely conversation will give you...2024-09-1750 minHappy & HumanChai Reimagined with Anish & Nikhil at LokaSend us a textCan you take a timeless tradition and ritual and revolutionize it for modern day? This is the mission Anish and Nikhil are on with their Loka Chai Maker. They’re sharing the inspiring yet difficult and heartwarming path that led them to creating Loka and the value in actually doing something about those ideas you keep in your back pocket. Join Seema and Dinesh as they have a conversation with them around the kickstarter world, what it takes to innovate and why it matters, and the balance of innovation and tradition. The...2024-09-101h 07Happy & HumanFinancial Independence for Couples with Aman CostiganSend us a textSeema and Dinesh dive deep into all things personal finance, money talks in marriage, and personal development in their conversation with lawyer and law firm partner turned Life Strategist for Couples, Aman. She shares the sacrifices her and her family have made on their path to financial independence and prioritize saving. As two accomplished attorneys, Aman and her husband committed to personal development and intentional living. She’s sharing their tips with others so they can find that financial freedom in their own lives. Aman has a special for Happy and Hum...2024-09-031h 06Happy & HumanThe Truth About Marriage, Sex, & Relationships with Shilpa CachoSend us a textNothing is off the table in this conversation with Shilpa Cacho on all things marriage, relationships, sex and more. Shilpa is sharing her insights into the South Asian view of marriage and how that’s playing out in current generations. Seema and Dinesh are asking the questions you were too afraid to ask around marriage, sex, and what does a healthy relationship really look like? Shilpa is offering Happy and Human listeners a special treat: mention the Happy and Human podcast for $100 off her Spicy Queen Awakened Retreat. Break away from soc...2024-08-2854 minHappy & HumanWeight Loss Tips with KMAK Fitness (Kunal Makwana) - Re-AirSend us a textDinesh and Seema welcome Kunal Makwana on today’s episode, owner of KMAK Fitness and Dinesh’s personal trainer. They get into all the juicy questions you have around weightloss, what it’s like to work with a personal trainer, is it really possible to lose weight during vacations, holidays and more. Kunal will give you his tips on meal prepping in a way that doesn’t suck, how to set boundaires around food and unraveling the myths around willpower = weightloss. Kunal Makwana is a body transformation specialist based in London with a tr...2024-08-201h 02Happy & HumanHow to Actually Achieve Your Goals (Re-Air)Send us a textAnyone can set goals, but most fall short. Where are you at with the goals you set at the beginning of 2024? Or other goals that may have taken a backseat to summer vacations and slower routines? The key is in understanding the “how” behind success. Dinesh and Seema share three tips on how to go about setting and accomplishing goals that they use themselves as they create successes in their personal and professional lives. Walk away with insights that will help you start rethinking how you are going about achieving your goals...2024-08-1323 minHappy & HumanTaking Ownership of Your Mental Health with Dr. Jyothsna S. BhatSend us a textOn this episode, Seema and Dinesh have special guest, Dr. Jyothsna S. Bhat, who is a Clinical Psychologist and certified mindfulness-trained professional. She’s on the podcast sharing her experience as a Clinical Psychologist, particularly in the South Asian community. She’s sharing the common patterns she sees within the community and how we can create a more helpful narrative moving forward. They discuss the impacts of childhood to adulthood and parenting, and the importance of healthy relationship dynamics (and what that actually looks like). Join them for an insightful and necessary conversation arou...2024-08-061h 18Happy & HumanStress: Friend or Foe?Send us a textIs stress stressing you out? In this duo episode, Seema and Dinesh are discussing the impacts of stress and the most effective ways to approach it. They point out that not all stress is bad, and can sometimes be used to our advantage. They’re getting to the root of where the stress is coming from - and it might not be what you think. They’ll share personal experiences they’ve had recently that stressed them out and how they approached it. Links: Dinesh Melwani https...2024-07-3030 minHappy & HumanSlump Survival GuideSend us a textHow do you get out of a slump? On this duo episode, Seema and Dinesh are breaking down what “being in a slump” actually means, how they approach it and what they do when something has to get done but the desire to do it is simply nonexistent. Seema and Dinesh talk about the all-too-common unrealistic expectation that things should always feel “good” and why that’s simply not possible (and that’s a good thing). They share how they’ve found peace and freedom in accepting that expectations will not always be met a...2024-07-0927 minHappy & HumanTattoos & PiercingsSend us a textIn this episode, Seema and Dinesh are sharing the stories and meanings behind their piercings and tattoos. They talk about their personal experiences and what went into their decision making and meanings behind tattoos and piercings. This is a fun one so be sure to check it out!And let us know over on Instagram, do you have any tattoos or piercings? What’s the meaning behind them? Follow us over on @happyandhumanpodcastLinks: Dinesh Melwani https://dineshmelwani.com/ IG @dine...2024-07-0218 minHappy & HumanThe South Asian Healthcare Gap with Dr. Romit BhattacharyaSend us a textIn this episode, Seema and Dinesh welcome special guest Dr. Romit Bhattacharya to have the necessary conversation around the underrepresentation of South Asians in healthcare and research. He’s breaking down why South Asians are historically underrepresented and why that’s so harmful. Dr. Bhattacharya shares more on his mission and why it’s so important to him to create the largest database of South Asians. Dr. Romit Bhattacharya is a general and preventive cardiologist at the Massachusetts General Hospital, an Instructor in Medicine at Harvard Medical School, an associated scientist at the...2024-06-2557 minHappy & HumanHow to Give Better FeedbackSend us a textAre you able to effectively give feedback? Giving effective feedback can be difficult to navigate, sometimes we’re too hesitant, sometimes too aggressive, but knowing how to do so effectively in both our professional and personal lives can lead to better results all around. In this episode, Seema and Dinesh are sharing their top tips and strategies to give better feedback both at home and at work. They talk about what to look out for, why it might be a good idea to plan a time, and how to ensure both sides feel he...2024-06-1838 minHappy & HumanNavigating Parenthood and People Pleasing with Tejal V PatelSend us a textSeema and Dinesh are welcoming special guest Tejal V Patel, author of the Award Winning Book Meditation for Kids on the podcast to talk about all things parenting, people pleasing, boundaries and more. Tejal brings her insights as a mindfulness and meditation expert to share what boundary setting really looks like and misconceptions that keep us scared from setting healthy firm boundaries. They have a conversation that all parents can benefit from about why parents feel so exhausted and how people pleasing trickles into parenting. Whether or not you’re in the thick of...2024-06-111h 19Happy & HumanGrit & Growth: Mental ToughnessSend us a textOn this duo episode, Seema and Dinesh are diving into the topic of “mental toughness”. Drawing from their own experiences and what they’ve seen, they’re sharing what they’ve learned around the concept of being mentally tough, how we can find it in ourselves and encourage it in others. They discuss the ways society has normalized certain ways of decompressing and escaping our reality, and how we can identify if it’s actually helping us or if we’re using it as a crutch to keep us stuck.Links: 2024-06-0446 minHappy & HumanPersonal Branding: Attention v. Influence with Abhijit BhaduriSend us a textIn this episode, Seema and Dinesh are welcoming special guest Abhijit Bhaduri. They discuss the necessity of having a variety of skills and what it means to be a “generalist”. Abhijit shares how he helps people curate a personal brand for themselves at all levels of their career and within organizations. They have a conversation around the necessity of building your own personal brand regardless of the organization you work with and how that can end up making all the difference throughout your career.If you tend to view work relationships or networking as p...2024-05-281h 10Happy & HumanEmpowering your Future Self TodaySend us a textToday Seema and Dinesh are diving into the concept of future self, how to use it effectively, and what to do with all of your ideas. They’re sharing what they’ve found in visualizing the future self and using that to guide their day-to-day choices, as well as how they approach new ideas. They talk about how ideas are meant to be acted upon, and if you don’t do it, someone else will. Seema and Dinesh talk about what happens when we choose an expert in the area of something new we wan...2024-05-2149 minHappy & HumanStop leaving it to the “Pros”Send us a textIn this episode, Seema and Dinesh are sharing their own experiences and lessons learned from going from beginner to expert in their respective lives, and why it’s so important to do the uncomfortable thing and lean into being a beginner. As high-achievers, they know all too well how easy it is to convince yourself that there’s “no point” in starting something new if you’re not automatically good at it, but the value and joy really comes within the process of learning and growing and not shutting ourselves down so early on. 2024-05-1429 minHappy & HumanWhat We're Reading Right NowSend us a textSeema and Dinesh are sharing a quick and fun episode today where they’re sharing what they’re currently reading right now. They talk about their takeaways in their books so far, why it’s important to continue reading outside of necessity, and give you some suggestions on what to read!Check out Dinesh’s current readCheck out Seema’s current readLinks: Dinesh Melwani https://dineshmelwani.com/ IG @dineshmelwaniSeema Desai https://drseemadesai.com, IG @dr.seemadesai Happy and H...2024-05-0709 minHappy & HumanLiving Life is a LifestyleSend us a textSeema and Dinesh are back today with a duo episode, they’re reflecting back on their experience with the Happy and Human podcast so far, why it’s important to try and experiment with new things as adults, and more. Seema and Dinesh share how their views of learning have changed as they’ve gotten older and why it’s so crucial we continue to do things we find interesting outside of our professional lives. Links: Dinesh Melwani https://dineshmelwani.com/ IG @dineshmelwaniSeema Desai http...2024-04-3022 minHappy & HumanA Guide to Conscious Parenting with Mansi ParikhSend us a textOn today’s episode, Seema and Dinesh welcome Certified Conscious Parenting Coach, Mansi Parikh. They ask her all the questions you wanted to know but were afraid to ask around parenting, showing ourselves compassion, how our parents impact our parenting today, and more. Mansi shares how Concious Parenting is different from typical parenting styles, tips on combatting the parenting ego, and connecting with your children. Mansi is a Certified Conscious Parenting Coach with a background in Communications and Psychology. Her mission is to bring Purpose back to Parenting. Par...2024-04-231h 16Happy & HumanYoga Therapy Demystified with Melissa ShahSend us a textSeema and Dinesh are diving into the topic of yoga - specifically yoga therapy - in this episode with yoga therapist Melissa Shah. They’re having an enlightening conversation around yoga therapy, what it is, how it’s different from yoga, and why it can be beneficial to everyone. They’re sharing their own personal experiences around the impact of yoga and mindfulness and how to lean into resistance versus fighting it. There are so many practical tips in this episode you can easily implement into your own life. You won’t want to miss...2024-04-1655 minHappy & HumanBreathe Better, Live Better with Nikhil TorsekarSend us a textSeema and Dinesh welcome Nikhil Torsekar in today’s episode for a conversation centered around taking care of our mental and physical health, utilizing the tools we’ve been given, specifically breathwork. They dive into the benefits and methods to use when it comes to implementing breathwork and gratitude practices and why it’s so incredibly effective. Nikhil shares his transformative and inspiring experience in how it has enhanced his life and why he is so committed to sharing these practices with others.Nikhil Torsekar is a podcast host, mental health advoca...2024-04-091h 04Happy & HumanEngineering a New Canvas with Neha AssarSend us a textIn this episode, Seema and Dinesh are welcoming the incredible Mendhi and body art artist Neha Assar. She’s joining them for an enlightening conversation all about following your passions regardless of your age, family situation or career, and how to handle the fear that comes along with taking a chance on yourself. Neha shares her experience from engineering to artist and the lessons and amazing experiences she’s had along the way. They dive into the importance of pursuing passions and how it can actually lead to more success and fulfilmen than taki...2024-04-0241 minHappy & HumanSuccess without SacrificeSend us a textBack with a duo episode, Seema and Dinesh are talking about an all-too-familiar belief held by high achievers on earning our success, feeling like we have to compromise important areas of our life for higher level success, and the idea that we “didn’t have a choice”. They’re diving into how to escape this trap and line of thinking for something more helpful. They’ll also share their insights and what they’ve learned in viewing stress as neutral, and how to reframe it to your advantage. Links...2024-03-1930 minHappy & HumanThe Validation Myth with Phillip NaithramSend us a textToday Seema and Dinesh are welcoming special guest Phillip Naithram. This is a can’t-miss conversation around our need to feel validated and important, addressing how ego and judgment gets in the way of our interactions with others and much more. You’ll walk away enlightened and with powerful insights into why we feel the need to be validated, why commiserating in misery with others is counterproductive, and the empowering knowledge that we actually don’t have to believe everything we think. About Phillip:After starting life over at age 31...2024-03-121h 10Happy & HumanThe Stress of TraditionsSend us a textIn this duo episode, Dr. Seema Desai and Dinesh Melwani are diving into the topic of traditions, celebrations, and all the unnecessary stress they can bring on. They’re having a conversation around how to set healthy expectations when it comes to holidays and celebrations and how to curate them in a way where everyone involved feels loved and connected. Everyone has a different approach and expectation around what they want when holidays like Valentine’s Day or birthdays come around, being able to communicate what we want and understand what our partners, fami...2024-03-0535 minHappy & HumanDecoding Health Choices & Digestive BlissSend us a textIn this special conversation with guest, GI Doctor Dr. Supriya Rao, Seema and Dinesh are getting all the answers around why we know what the healthy decisions are yet for some reason continue to struggle to actually make them. They have a conversation around what healthy digestion looks like and how to achieve it. This is an informative conversation around why you’re still struggling to create healthy habits and what to do about it, as well as what you can do to make sure your digestion is in optimal shape. Dr...2024-02-2755 minHappy & HumanDare to be FirstSend us a textLetting fear or the opinions of other people get in the way of your dreams and goals? This is the episode for you. Seema and Dinesh are welcoming guest Dr. Shawna Pandya who’s impressive career will remind you that just because nobody’s done it before doesn’t mean you can’t be the first. They have a conversation around the importance of having the bravery and confidence to be first and not letting limiting beliefs get in the way of your true potential. They’ll also talk about what to do when the n...2024-02-2029 minHappy & HumanAre you cheating on yourself?Send us a textWhat does “being reliable” mean to you? What does it mean to rely on yourself versus what does it mean to rely on other people? Seema and Dinesh are diving into the topic of being reliable, what it means to cheat on ourselves, and why you should care more about your brand (aka reputation). You’ll learn: What reliability really comes down to Why it’s so easy to cheat on ourselves (and how to stop doing it) How you can better honor your commitments to yourself and others (WITHOUT over-committ...2024-02-1329 minHappy & HumanUnconventional Triumph with Malti B LeeSend us a textIn this episode, Seema and Dinesh have special guest Malti B Lee PhD. If you don’t think you’re a “creative” individual, this is a conversation you’ll want to hear. Being creative, especially if you’re in any sort of leadership role, is invaluable. They’re talking about different ways we express our creativity, as well as the importance of taking risks. Too often we’re afraid of trying something new because we don’t have past proof that it works…but what if you didn’t need that? What if you weren’t af...2024-02-061h 08Happy & HumanYour Successful Goal-Setting BlueprintSend us a textIn today’s episode, Seema and Dinesh are talking about the power of visualization when it comes to achieving your goals. They talk about why visualization is so impactful because it requires us to become the version of ourselves that we’re taking action towards creating. Seema and Dinesh dive into why it’s not necessarily always about taking more action, it may even be the opposite. If you’ve set goals recently or for 2024, this episode will give you tips to take it to the next level and work towards ensuring success. 2024-01-3017 minHappy & HumanHow to empower your mind for successSend us a textHave you ever heard the phrase, “get out of your own way”? In today’s episode, Seema and Dinesh are doing a deep-dive into negative self talk, and why it may be difficult for you to even admit it has more power in your life than you realize. They breakdown why negative self talk is so prevalent, especially among high achievers and perfectionists, and how it’s actually NOT going to help in the ways we think it might. Seema and Dinesh will give you ways to shift that negative self talk into somethin...2024-01-2333 minHappy & HumanPerfectionism is the reason you can't lose weight with Preeti GandhiSend us a textWhy do we overcomplicate the simplest changes? When it comes to things like weight loss and fitness, we tend to approach it from a perfectionist mindset that actually holds us back from just starting and making simple changes, even if it’s not perfect. Today, Seema and Dinesh have guest Preeti Gandhi. She's on the podcast with them having a conversation around all things health, fitness, and making the changes we know we need to but can’t seem to just START. Preeti shares her extremely relatable story in finally deciding to ta...2024-01-0950 minHappy & HumanRedefining Goals for a Transformative YearSend us a textIn light of the New Year and the ever-popular New Year’s Resolutions, Seema and Dinesh are sharing their top tips for a different way to approach goal-setting that you may not have tried before. If you find yourself frequently falling short of your New Year’s Resolutions, this episode is going to be helpful for you to learn new strategies and ways to set goals for yourself that you will actually be able to achieve. You’ll learn: Strategies to help you reflect on your progress along the way to avoid...2024-01-0224 minHappy & HumanA Special Message from Seema and DineshSend us a textOn this holiday week, Seema and Dinesh wanted to take a few minutes to reflect on their experience with the Happy and Human podcast, the little lessons and favorite moments they’ve had along the way. The Happy and Human Team is so grateful for their audience and grateful we get to share this experience with you, the listeners. Links:Dinesh Melwani https://dineshmelwani.com/ IG @dineshmelwaniSeema Desai https://drseemadesai.com,IG @dr.seemadesai Happy and Human Podcast on IG @happyandhumanpodcast 2023-12-2609 minHappy & HumanFreedom in the Void with Colby SharmaSend us a textAs humans, we’re built to grow. Join Seema and Dinesh as they have a conversation with guest Colby Sharma around how we rise to the challenge in all areas of our life. Inevitably we are all faced with different struggles and challenges, but the way we view and approach them can make all the difference in how we come out on the other side. Colby shares his experience behind his book, “The Curveball” and what it means to ‘win’ the game life. Colby Sharma LL.B. is a leading resiliency expert focu...2023-12-1954 min