The Habit Coach with Ashdin Doctor

Introduction

If you are tired of relying on your fickle motivation to get things done, If you are tired of starting because you fail to see things through, The Habit Coach podcast is for you Ashdin Doctor, the habit coach, takes you through the creation of simple...

Monday Highlights

On this episode of The Habit Coach, Ashdin talks about Dopamine and how it can make Mondays less dreadful. He also talks about the importance of maintaining highlights to make your days more interesting. You can follow Ashdin Doctor on...

Make your job less sedentary

On this episode of The Habit Coach, Ashdin decodes the science behind Fidgeting. He explains as to how switching between sitting positions can make a big difference to your health and add a variety of movement to your life You can follow Ashdin...

How To Start A Sleep Routine

On this episode, Ashdin talks about Melatonin, bodys natural sleep indicator. He speaks as to how important it is to follow a sleep routine and the first step is to maintain a sleep alarm. You can follow Ashdin Doctor on Instagram ashdindoc You...

3 Stages Of Meditation (Introspection)

Did you know that meditation can change the structure of the brain In this threepart series, Ashdin simplifies the process of meditation as he explains the practice of Introspection. You can follow Ashdin Doctor on Instagramashdindoc You...

Replace Your One Hour Cardio

Did you know that treadmills were designed to punish prisoners Ashdin talks about the Tabata training, a HighIntensity Interval Training protocol which is performed under 4 minutes. He also shares his top 4 workouts which he follows in the routine....

The Habit Coach Holiday Challenge

Ever thought of losing weight during vacation season Ashdin shares a habit hack which will help lose weight during holidays by not depriving ourselves of that delicious Christmas cake. Sign up to the Habit Coach Holiday Challenge page on Facebook...

Habit Of Giving

The act of helping someone out releases serotonin. There is no better time to discuss the hormone associated with giving and happiness than at Christmas. A holiday designed around giving, helping and community. You can follow Ashdin Doctor on...

University On Wheels

People spend close to 40 Minutes traveling to work and another 40 minutes back home. On this episode, Ashdin talks about how listening to podcasts help you grapple with interesting ideas and thought processes. You can follow Ashdin Doctor on...

3 Stages Of Meditation (Mindfulness)

Pain is just one of the ways our body tries to communicates with us. This is part two of the threepart series on meditation. Ashdin explains how mindfulness can help deal with emotional and mental pain as well. Listen to the first part where he talks...

New Year's Resolution (Keep It Small)

A study suggests only 8 of all New Year resolutions will actually make it through the whole year On this episode, Ashdin shares the golden secret to achieving new year resolution keeping the goals big and habits small. You can follow Ashdin...

New Year's Resolution- (Tracking)

In a survey conducted in 2017, the top 5 New Year resolutions were all body composition goals. On this episode, Ashdin talks about the importance of making monthly plans instead of yearly plans. To listen to the first part of the series,...

New years resolution (Accountability Partner)

Creating New Year resolutions appear to have started 4,000 years ago in Babylon. On this episode, Ashdin highlights the importance of posting updates and goals on social media and making accountability partners a part of the New Years resolution...

The Habit of Eating Slowly

Did you know that Amylase is the enzyme responsible for converting starchy foods into sugar and is also used in making alcohol On this episode, Ashdin talks about the importance of chewing your food until it turns liquid and the habit of eating meals...

Change Your Alarm

The way we wake up in the morning plays a big role in the way our rest of the day goes Ashdin talks about the importance of choosing the right kind of alarm sound and how it can have an impact on the rest of the day. You can follow Ashdin Doctor on...

The Habit of Fear

On this episode of The Habit Coach, Ashdin talks about planning an activity or a habit that scares you just to teach you how to respond to it. He also shares his recent experience of learning Brazilian JiuJitsu and entering an actual competition. You...

Breathe Chemical Free

NASA conducted a study on houseplants On this episode, Ashdin explains the importance of maintaining a good breathing environment inside the house. He also suggests some of his personal favorite indoor plants that are easy to take care of. You can...

The Habit of Forgiveness

On this episode, Ashdin explains a strange corelation between the ability to forgive someone and to do a vertical jump. He also explains the process of forgiving someone in four easy to do steps. You can follow Ashdin Doctor on...

Dim The Lights

Some people react badly to the light from LED bulbs In todays episode, Ashdin helps you create a sleep routine and also highlights the advantage of the traditional incandescent bulbs over LED bulbs. Listen to the episode where Ashdin talks about...

First Impressions

This episode highlights the importance of creating first impressions and learning from people who make a brilliant first impression. Remember, we only get one chance to make a first impression. You can follow Ashdin Doctor on Instagramashdindoc...

New Year Diary

Did you know that the calendars we use today are not accurate On this episode, Ashdin addresses the problem of having unstructured days and how a simple New Year Diary can add structure to your day. You can follow Ashdin Doctor on...

Sleep Primer

Did you know that a person needs about 7 minutes to fall asleep On this episode, Ashdin talks about how planting a thought in the brain before sleep prevents the mind from getting restless. Listen to the episode where Ashdin talks about maintaining a...

Cold Showers

The human body is engineered to survive in the freezing tundra as well as the burning hot Sahara. This episode talks as to how we can train our body to handle cold and how cold water showers can keep you energized throughout the day. You can follow...

Morning Hydration

How much water to consume What is the ideal time to drink water On this episode, Ashdin talks about the importance of creating a morning hydration routine and gives a quick fix to start your day energized. You can follow Ashdin Doctor on...

Sugar (Part 1)

Did you know that the brain gets a hit of dopamine and is actually rewarded every time we eat sugar On the first episode of this series, Ashdin talks about the hidden sugar in the foods we eat. He even shares his personal conflict with sugar and how...

Why Habit?

On this special episode, Ashdin talks about creating small habits instead of feeding your brain with the pressure of motivation. These are habits we can all incorporate into our lives. Habits around, health, sleep, destressing, productivity,...

Old Age And Movement

Did you know that signs of Sarcopenia or loss of skeletal muscle mass start showing from the age of 30 This episode talks about the importance of movement and exercising during old age. Listen to the podcast and share this episode with your parents,...

Mobile Addiction

Did you know that Mobile phones and social media apps have been designed to be addictive According to the Telegraph, we now spend an entire day every week online. On this episode, Ashdin talks about the science behind mobile phone addiction and helps...

Intermittent Fasting

Did you know that no ancient cultures or tribes have breakfasts as part of their culture This episode is going to be an introduction to Intermittent Fasting and will break some common misconceptions around breakfasts. You can follow Ashdin Doctor...

Habit Tracking

Did you know that about 83 of people still like to make handwritten todo lists On this episode, Ashdin talks about how missing two days in a row of a habit becomes a behavior and how we stop seeing results. So, listen to the episode before you find...

Sleep Tracking

Did you know that there are different stages and cycles of sleep On this episode, Ashdin talks about how the quality of sleep should be given more importance compared to the quantity of sleep. You can follow Ashdin Doctor on Instagramashdindoc...

Salt

Did you know that salt was once a very precious commodity On this episode, Ashdin highlights the importance of salt in the human body. Next time when someone asks you to quit salt, make sure that you ask them to listen to this episode. You can follow...

A Salad A Day

A salad a day keeps the doctor away Yes, weve changed the ageold proverb for good. We all know the importance of salad in our diet. Well on this episode, Ashdin helps you understand as to how we can include them in our diet. You can follow Ashdin...

Power Poses

Apart from their superpowers, what else do you think is common in between Superman, Wonderwoman, and Capt. America Their superhero stance or pose On this episode, Ashdin talks as to how power poses can have an impact on your communication and...

Anxiety

Did you know that people with anxiety describe neutral smells as bad smells As a temporary fix Ashdin shares a fourstep protocol to help you get out of anxiety. You can follow Ashdin Doctor on Instagramashdindoc You can listen to this show...

Add Food

Did you know the Ketogenic diet was designed first as a therapeutic diet On this episode, Ashdin helps you with replacing your current food with better and more nutrientdense alternatives. You can follow Ashdin Doctor on Instagramashdindoc...

Snooze Alarm

Did you know that today about 50 of the population are snoozers Ashdin talks about as to how we can get rid of the habit of snoozing the alarm. This episode is for all you snoozers You can follow Ashdin Doctor on Instagramashdindoc You can...

Sugar (Part 2)

Did you know, that some countries are in the process of passing legislation, to have statutory warning labels on foods containing sugar This episode talks about the importance of substituting your regular table sugar with stevia. You can follow...

Procrastination

Did you know that by procrastinating something we feel actual physical pain Well, Ashdin helps you with overcoming the habit of procrastination by using the simple technique of War Cries. So, 1..2...3... Hows the josh You can follow Ashdin Doctor...

Browser Tabs

On an average people have between ten and fifteen tabs open at any given point of time. Keeping multiple tabs open on the computer can result in anxiety Listen to the episode before you end up opening a new tab again. You can follow Ashdin Doctor on...

Food Labels

Do you know your food well Did you know, most supermarkets follow a standardized structure Ashdin sheds light on how foods marketed as healthy food may not be good for you. Listen to the episode for more information. You can follow Ashdin Doctor...

Focus In Meetings

Hey you are physically present here in class but not mentally, how often have you heard this from your teacher for being distracted Listen to the episode as Ashdin helps you track your attention span in meetings. You can follow Ashdin Doctor on...

Charcoal (Part 1)

Did you know that activated charcoal was first used in medicine way back in 1,500 BC On this introductory episode of the series, Ashdin highlights the benefits of activated charcoal. You can follow Ashdin Doctor on Instagramashdindoc You can...

Primal Scream

When was the last time you screamed Screams are therapeutic and can give a feeling of freedom and can be very relaxing. Listen to the episode to know more. You can find the details of the study here: You can follow Ashdin Doctor on...

Date with Self

Did you know that the word date, in a romantic context, was first used and popularised by George Ade in 1896 Ashdin highlights the importance of selflove and the ability to appreciate ourselves. Listen to the episode and take an initiative to...

Sleeping Positions

Did you know that some stone pillows were made specifically to invite good dreams and keep demons away On this episode, Ashdin addresses the problems pertaining to sleeping positions. You can follow Ashdin Doctor on Instagramashdindoc You can...

Box Breathing

On this episode, Ashdin guides you through a stepbystep process of box breathing. Listen up and unwind You can follow Ashdin Doctor on Instagramashdindoc You can listen to this show and other awesome shows on the new and improved IVM Podcast...

Tidy Up

Did you know that about 77 of people, who live in cluttered and dysfunctional homes have a likelihood of being obese and overweight On this episode, Ashdin highlights the importance of staying organized in life. For more details clickYou...

Habit Stacking

Did you know that the simple act of brushing your teeth has over 20 microhabits On this episode, Ashdin talks about the importance of stacking habits one above the other and how this can be the key to long term habit change. You can listen to this...

Green Tea

We all know the health benefits of green tea, well on this episode, Ashdin shares as to what is the ideal way of tea consumption. Sip on your bed tea, well, in this case, your green tea while listening to the episode. You can follow Ashdin Doctor on...

Decoding Anxiety ft. Priyanka Patel

On the 50th episode special, Ashdin is joined by psychologist and storyteller Priyanka Patel to talk about Emotional Intelligence, Anxiety and OCD. The conversation guides you through dealing with anxiety for a better you. You can follow Ashdin Doctor...

Hard Fun

How to make your weekends more productive What does the title Hard Fun mean On this episode, Ashdin talks about the importance of joy and happiness from achieving something hard instead of shortterm happiness. You can listen to this show and...

Walking Slowly

On this episode, Ashdin highlights the importance of walking slow. Yes, you heard it right, walking slow Curious Listen to the episode to know more. You can follow Ashdin Doctor on Instagramashdindoc You can listen to this show and other...

Night Time To-Do

Did you know, humans are the only mammals that can delay their sleep Ashdin talks about the purpose of maintaining a nighttime todo list and how it will help you sleep faster and peacefully. You can follow Ashdin Doctor on Instagramashdindoc...

Beat The Heat

On this episode, the habit coach addresses the most asked question on social media, How to beat the heat this summer Ashdin guides you through steps that can save you from catching a heat stroke. You can listen to this show and other awesome shows...

Replace But Not Buy

If you buy things you do not need, soon you will have to sell the things you need. Warren Buffett On this episode, Ashdin talks about the concept of minimalism and the importance of creating the habit of replacing. So, the next time when you are...

Smile While Exercising

On this episode, Ashdin Doctor talks about the importance of maintaining a smile while you workout. It will not only make you look good but also reduce your muscle tension. So smile while you move those heavyweights You can follow Ashdin Doctor on...

Anchoring Songs

Did you know that cows that listen to soft soothing music produce 3 more milk than the cows who dont On this episode, Ashdin Doctor talks about music and how it plays an important role in changing our moods and switching mind frames. So next time...

Phone Battery Challenge

Notifications are other people stealing your time. Batteries of the phone depend on the temperature around. Like the human body, it needs to rest. On this episode, as the title suggests, Ashdin shares a challenge which will help you keep your phone...

Starting To Read

Did you know that Bibliosmia means the act of smelling books On this episode, Ashdin talks about the habit of reading books, how he started his reading journey and how one can start their own reading journey. You can also listen to Ashdin on the...

Goals

Do you have a goal for your life For the year Or even for the day On this episode, Ashdin talks about the importance of goals in life and how you can systematically stay focused on these goals. To know more click. You can follow Ashdin Doctor...

Attacking Finishing Lines

Are you the one who quits just before you reach your goal On this episode, Ashdin talks about the capabilities of the human body, benefits of setting higher goals and how one should push themselves and attack the finishing line of the set goals and...

The Science of Ayurveda ft. Dylan Smith

On this episode, Ashdin Doctor is joined by Dylan Smith, Founder, Director and a certified practitioner at Vital Veda. Dylan speaks about Ayurveda and how it can leave an impact on your life. He also talks about meditation, microbes, herbs and other...

Check Your Bank Balance

Are you happy when you look at your bank balance On this episode, Ashdin delves into financial health, the relationship one develops with money and how it leaves an impact on the body. He also talks about why the scarcity mindset is unhealthy and...

Accepting Compliments

Why do we feel awkward when someone is saying something nice about us Why is it so hard to receive a compliment On this episode, Ashdin talks about the bad ways of receiving compliments and also simplifies the right way to receive them. Tune in to...

Eating Out

Is it difficult for you to order food at a restaurant On this episode, Ashdin talks about habits of eating out, how restaurants make use of psychology to make the menu look more appealing, and how not to make a hasty decision when hungry, as it has...

Ep. 66: Active Sitting

Do you know that you shrink by close to 1/3rd of an inch after the age of 40. Why are people in their 30s and 40s suffering from chronic back pain On this episode, Ashdin talks about the sitting habits, exact postures, reasons for the rising number...

Ep. 67: Say No

Do you know whats the NO phase of a child On this episode, Ashdin talks about the habit of saying no to people, why its so hard to say no but also equally important to do so. Bring out your inner child and go back to the days when it was easy...

Ep. 68: Acute Stress

Did you know you can get a headache from being stressed On this episode, Ashdin tells you how to deal with stress, manage it effectively and how intense stresses for a short period of time can throw your day out the window in a snap. So, the next...

Ep. 69: Active Reading

Do you know which is the longest book in the world We often read a book and forget what happened on the previous page On this episode, Ashdin talks about the habit of active reading. How we are not completely focused and what one should do to be...

Ep. 70: Lucky Number Exercise

Did you know that there is a name for the fear of the number 13 In this episode, Ashdin talks about the habit which will make your morning workout fun and get the mind primed for the rest of the day. You can follow Ashdin Doctor on...

Ep. 71: Habit of Failing

Have you ever failed over and over again in your life In this episode, Ashdin talks about the habit of failing, how giving yourself the permission to fail is important but with no intention of failing. So next time try to get over the fear of failure...

Ep. 72: Oil Pulling

In this episode, Ashdin talks about Oil Pulling and how this technique pulls out the bacteria and emulsifies the plaque in the mouth. You can go through these links If you want to know more about the episode: You can follow Ashdin...

Ep. 73: Impact a Stranger

Did you know that the average person can only recognize about 5000 faces In this episode, Ashdin talks about the habit of impacting a stranger, how people want to be cared for and a smile to a stranger could save a life. So smile at strangers, impact...

Ep. 74: Self Experimentation

In this episode, Ashdin talks about the habit of self experimentation and how just by following these simple steps would leave a positive impact on your life. The scientific method consists of 7 steps: Define a question Gather information or observe...

Ep. 75: Emotions Chart

Did you know how many emotions exist as of today In this episode, Ashdin talks about emotions chart, how being in control or aware about how you are feeling is important and how to improve your emotional vocabulary. You can go through these links If...

Ep. 76: Minimum Viable Habit

Did you know that many tech companies like Google and lean startups keep their products in a beta state for years In this episode, Ashdin talks about minimum viable habit, the rules of habit creation, and how to take any single habit you want ...

Ep. 77: Energy ft. Kubbra Sait

On this episode, Ashdin Doctor is joined by Kubbra Sait an Indian actress, TV host and model to talk about positivity, gratitude, energy, visualisation and a lot more You can follow Kubbra Saitkubbrasaitand Ashdin...

Ep. 78: Belly Breath

In this episode, Ashdin talks about the steps to breathe correctly, the three levels of breathing, and a lot more. You can follow Ashdin Doctor on Instagramashdindoc You can listen to this show and other awesome shows on the IVM Podcasts app on...

Ep. 79: Protein

Do you plan your meals around protein sources On this episode, Ashdin talks about the benefits of proteins. How each cell in our body is made up of protein from our hair to nails to skin to even the lenses of our eyes, why were not getting enough...

Ep. 80: Mind Mapping

Did you know that our brains are wired to make connections On this episode, Ashdin talks about Mind Mapping, how it can dramatically boost creativity and are the most important tool you can have in your productivity arsenal. You can follow Ashdin...

Ep. 81: Power of Action

On this episode, Ashdin is not discussing a super simple habit that you can start right now, instead he is talking about something that is actually starting right now. He also talks about how not to overthink and how to bring about that change...

Ep. 82: Bad Knees

Did you know that all mammals have two knees and 2 elbow joints On this episode, Ashdin talks about bad knees, the difference between bad and weak knees, and how this super simple habit can help you get rid of the knee pain. You can follow Ashdin...

Ep. 83: Bad Habits

Did you know that both good habits and bad habits are fairly similar On this episode, Ashdin talks about bad habits, good habits, belief systems, consequences of bad good habits and, how a habit that is bad for someone can be good for someone...

Ep. 84: Credit Cards vs. Debit Cards

Did you know that the earliest use of credit dates back to 3,500 BC On this episode, Ashdin talks about credit cards and debits cards. He also explains how not to get stuck in the credit card loop of not paying your bill or charging multiple cards....

Ep. 85: Pomodoro Technique

Did you know that the tomato is not native to Italy On this episode, Ashdin talks about the pomodoro technique, how to use your full focus attention and, how to restrict both internal and external distractions using these six simple techniques:...

Ep. 86: Solitude

Did you know that todays open style offices are actually bad for productivity and creativity On this episode, Ashdin talks about Solitude and how to focus on your ability to just sit by yourself and do nothing. He also talks how not to suppress...

Ep. 87: Subscriptions

Did you know that the subscription economy has grown by 100 year on year On this episode, Ashdin talks about Subscriptions and how to manage them efficiently. He also talks about how subscriptions arent bad and are essential, but only as long as...

Ep. 88: Destress- Sniping Love

Did you know that the word sniper came from the British occupation of India On this episode, Ashdin talks about destress sniping love. He explains how to take the skill of destruction: sniping, and turn it on its head in a positive and...

Ep. 89: Never Miss Mondays

Did you know that Issac Newton actually studied for a degree in Law On this episode, Ashdin talks about never missing mondays. He also talks about maintaining the momentum, keep going and own that habit. So your simple habit to maintain momentum and...

Ep. 90: Blame Your Genes

Did you know that just because you have a gene for alzheimer, obesity or diabetes doesnt mean that you will actually get any of those On this episode, Ashdin talks about blaming your genes. He talks about the myths about genes being fixed and rigid,...

Ep. 91: Stress- Mind Worms

Did you know that an ear worm is a song thats stuck in your head On this episode, Ashdin talks about stress and mind worms. He also talks about a trick to getting rid of a earworm, explains mind worms and how to handle get over mind worms....

Ep. 92: Pooja Dhingra - Entrepreneurial Habits

Do you know about entrepreneurial habits On this episode, Ashdin talks to one of the best pastry chef and businesswoman of India: Pooja Dhingra. They talk about various habits ranging from exercises to waking up early and also how do these habits...

Ep. 93: Time for Friends

Did you know that it takes about 40 to 60 hours of interaction to form a casual friendship On this episode, Ashdin talks about making time for friends. He also explains how to make more friends and not use I dont have time for this. You can...

Ep. 94: Look At Yourself

Did you know there is a thing called true mirror On this episode, Ashdin talks about looking at yourself as a complete individual. He explains how to create a true connect with yourself using a mirror and how important it is to learn to love...

Ep. 95: Vitamin C

Did you know that there is something we share in common with only fruit bats and Guinea Pigs On this episode, Ashdin talks about Vitamin C. The episode is filled with information where he gets into the history of Vitamin C, explains the advantages,...

Ep. 96: Grip Strengths

Did you know that grip strength is one of the best predictors of mortality On this episode, Ashdin talks about grip strengths. He also explains how to increase your longevity, strengthen your grip, train core and abs as you go about your daily...

Ep. 97: Exercise for 20 minutes

Did you know that exercising for 30 minutes a day could have the same results as 1 hour of exercise On this episode, Ashdin talks about 20 minute exercise. He explains the concept behind short duration exercises, how to make your workouts shorter...

Ep. 98: Movement: SuperSet Exercise

Did you know that while resting, muscle tissue burns more calories than fat On this episode, Ashdin talks about SuperSet Exercise which is a super simple habit that makes us build muscles faster. He explains the relation between muscles ...

Ep. 99: Purpose Vs. Responsibility

Did you know that Viktor Frankl wrote the entire first edition of his book: Mans Search For Meaning, in just nine days On this episode, Ashdin talks about Purpose and Responsibility. He explains how to find your purpose and be responsible for it....

Ep. 100: One Step at a Time

Hey By any chance did you look at the episode number of this podcast It says 100th On this episode, Ashdin talks about taking one step at a time. He also explains how to deal with mad goals, the hard times, the crippling fear and how to simply take...

Ep. 101: Journaling

Did you know that there is a copy of Marco Polos journal that has, in the margins, scribbled notes by Christopher Columbus On this episode, Ashdin talks about Journaling and goes back to the ancient times when lots of prominent people have...

Ep. 102: Exercise Intention

Did you know that no muscle in the body expands or pushes but contract and relax On this episode, Ashdin talks about the connection between the mind and muscle during a workout. He also talks about using your muscles in a purposeful manner with the...

Ep. 103: Special: Healthy recipes by Raashi

Know what is going in your food because its very important to know whats going in your body. On this episode, Ashdin Doctor is joined by Raashi Malhotra, Nutritionist and Consultant Chef. Raashi speaks about healthy food substitutes and recipes...

Ep. 104: Gossip

Did you know that the word Gossip came from the old English words God Sibb which meant God Parents On this episode, Ashdin talks about the negative impacts of gossiping and suggests two habits on how not to gossip ourselves and make our lives...

Ep. 105: Indecision is decision

Did you know the longest fence in the world is in Australia and covers the distance of 5,614 kilometres On this episode, Ashdin talks about the finite way of looking at things with the help of fences and walls, and the problem of indecisiveness. He...

Ep. 106: Universe meditation

Did you know that Lord Shiva was said to have created 112 ways to meditate On this episode, Ashdin talks about exploring contemplative meditation. He talks about the state of thoughtlessness and to become a part of the universe. You can follow Ashdin...

Ep. 107: My Mission

On this episode, Ashdin Doctor talks about his vision of the world and how important it is to be secure, healthy and happy. You can follow Ashdin Doctor on Instagram You can listen to this show and other awesome shows on the IVM Podcasts app on...

Ep. 108: Phone in the box

Did you know the original Jack in the box was actually a devil in a box On this episode, Ashdin talks about keeping the digital devil in the box and spending time with friends and family. You can follow Ashdin Doctor on Instagram You can...

Ep. 109: Your Superpower

Did you know Supermans real superpower is not his ability to fly and shoot lasers His real superpower is his ability to fight even after kryptonite has taken all his powers away. On this episode, Ashdin talks about how we, like Superman can overcome...

Ep. 110: Rub Your Ears

Did you know that the ancient practice of acupressure and acupuncture was discovered on the battlefields of China On this episode, Ashdin talks about acupressure and acupuncture techniques and their benefits. He shares with us one of the easiest...

Ep. 111: No Morning Alarm

Did you know that the crow of the rooster has nothing to do with sunlight but his own body clock On this episode, Ashdin talks about using your body clock rather than a morning alarm. He talks about the natural rhythm of the body and ways to figure...

Ep. 112: Happiness is Feeding a Friend

Did you know that a large part of serotonin is produced in the gut On this episode, Ashdin talks about how an act of kindness can boost your serotonin levels. He shares the best technique to increase them by cooking a special meal for a friend. You...

Ep. 113: Chamomile Tea

Did you know that many of the herbs we use in our kitchen for cooking, have medicinal properties On this episode, Ashdin talks about the medicinal value of herbs which are the great way to relieve stress and anxiety. He shares with us one of his...

Ep. 114: Own Your Sh*t

Did you know the word Victim originates from the Latin word Victima from the 15th century On this episode, Ashdin talks about accepting the things that oppress us and to stop playing the victim card. You can follow Ashdin Doctor on...

Ep. 115: Coffee Nap

Did you know that coffee is the second most traded commodity in the world On this episode, Ashdin shares interesting facts about coffee and how a cup of coffee can charge up your afternoon naps. You can follow Ashdin Doctor on Instagram You can...

Ep. 116: Give Your Food Away

Did you know that animals have fascinating and ingenious ways to store food On this episode, Ashdin shares a simple habit to eat fresh and nutritious food by not storing up junk food. You can follow Ashdin Doctor on Instagram You can listen to...

Ep. 117: Foundation Habits

Did you know that the leaning tower of Pisa used to lean in the opposite direction from where it does now On this episode, Ashdin shares with us six foundation habits for an awesome life. He wants us to progress and improve on each of these...

Ep. 118: How To Create Time

Did you know that the number of hours in a day is slowly increasing On this episode, Ashdin talks about creating time for yourself by managing your daily activities through multitasking. You can follow Ashdin Doctor on Instagram Check out...

Ep. 119: Digital Sunset

Did you know the Navajo tribe from the United states of America have a belief that their sun god is a worker On this episode, Ashdin shares a simple habit to keep away your digital devices after sunset for better quality of sleep. You can follow...

Ep. 120: Dance When No One Is Watching

Did you know that Bruce Lee, the most famous martial artist of all time, was a Cha Cha dance champion On this episode, Ashdin talks about dance and how it is one of the best ways to destress your life. Songs mentioned on the episode: ...

Ep. 121: Addiction

Did you know many animals actively seek out intoxicating substances On this episode, Ashdin shares three steps on how to deal with addiction and to bring about a change in your life. You can follow Ashdin Doctor on Instagram Check out Ashdins...

Ep. 122: Just Bounce

Did you know that the lymphatic system depends on the movement of the body to function and circulate On this episode, Ashdin talks about the importance of body movements and how it encourages the lymphatic system to function properly. Follow Dr....

Ep. 123: Who Can I Help Today?

Did you know people who volunteer for NGOs are happier than those who did not On this episode, Ashdin talks about the act of helping others as the best selfdevelopment tool and how it brings out the best version of yourself. You can follow Ashdin...

Ep. 124: Grow Your Comfort Zone

Did you know comfort zones are real and are studied by scientists On this episode, Ashdin shares a simple habit to grow your comfort zone by stepping out of it. You can follow Ashdin Doctor on Instagram Check out Ashdins website Youtube...

Ep. 125: Red Light At Night

Did you know that 1.12 of the population dreams in black and white On this episode, Ashdin talks about how the colour of our surroundings play an important role in our dreams and how a red light bulb can help you sleep better. You can follow Ashdin...

Ep. 126: Routines

Did you know that the squeezed wavy line of toothpaste on a toothbrush has a name On this episode, Ashdin shares a routine creation process starting from the way you brush your teeth and talks about the power of routines and how they allow you to...

Ep. 127: Fat is Good

Did you know that there are four vitamins that can only be absorbed by the body in the presence of fat On this episode, Ashdin shares with us interesting facts about vitamins and encourages the intake of fats. He also shares three guiding principles...

Ep. 128: Patience- Step 1

Did you know that Ashdin is a huge fan of Kabirs dohas On this episode, Ashdin talks about the power of patience through Kabirs dohas and how it helps one face lifes challenges. He also shares three steps to develop patience. Heres one of the...

Ep. 129: Lose the Weighing Scale

Did you know you weigh less after you take a hot shower On this episode, Ashdin shares interesting facts about weighing scales and how they are a false measure of progress. You can follow Ashdin Doctor on Instagram Check out Ashdins...

Ep. 130: Vulnerability

Did you know the Great Wall of China did a lousy job of protecting China from the invaders of the north On this episode, Ashdin talks about the process of being vulnerable by making the walls around you redundant and to cope with uncertainty. You can...

Ep. 131: Habits Are Like Handstands ft Shimi and Jessica

On this episode, Ashdin is joined by Shimi Nadaraja and Jessica Gabrielli from Power Posture, Australia. They talk about the importance of arm balancing and how handstands can improve posture and build up core strength. You can follow Ashdin...

Ep. 132: The NEWS Effect

Did you know that watching traumatic events on the news can lead to posttraumatic stress disorder On this episode, Ashdin talks about how news articles can affect your behaviour and increase your stress levels. He shares a simple habit to protect...

Ep. 133: Be a Witness

Did you know that the term Buddhism was coined by western scholars in the 1830s On this episode, Ashdin talks about approaching life with the help of Buddhism. He also talks about focusing on thoughts that will increase receptiveness. You can...

Ep. 134: Cold Brew Coffee

Did you know the most expensive coffee in the world is from Indonesia On this episode, Ashdin shares interesting facts about cold brew coffee and how it is the best way to begin your coffee journey. You can follow Ashdin Doctor on Instagram...

Ep. 135: Ho'oponopono- The Correction

Did you know that the Hawaian language has only 12 letters On this episode, Ashdin talks about the Hawaiian practice of reconciliation and forgiveness hooponopono and how four phrases can make a correction in ourselves. You can follow Ashdin Doctor...

Ep. 136: The Birthday Podcast

You know what Its Ashdins birthday On this episode, Ashdin shares three secrets to a happy, fulfilled and secure life. He talks about living life with intention and inculcate a positive attitude. You can follow Ashdin Doctor on Instagram...

Ep. 137: Engineering Your Imagination

Did you know scientists believe daydreaming is essential for the mind to get ideas On this episode, Ashdin talks about daydreaming and how one must engineer their imagination and act on it. You can follow Ashdin Doctor on Instagram Check...

Ep. 138: Habit of Happiness

Did you know the origin of the word happy comes from the Norse word hap On this episode, Ashdin shares a simple habit to help you live a happier life. He talks about building selfesteem through the power of positive thinking. You can follow...

Ep. 139: Squat For Every Minute You Sit

Did you know the link between illness and sitting was made by observing bus drivers On this episode, Ashdin talks about how physical inactivity can have a negative impact on your health and how squats can help boost your metabolism. You can follow...

Ep. 140: Garden Your Mind

Did you know during World War II, civilians were encouraged to plant victory gardens On The Habit Coach, Ashdin talks about planting the right seeds in your mind garden and shares how patience is the key to victory. You can follow Ashdin Doctor on...

Ep. 141: Eyes of a Child

Have you ever noticed how kids behave when they are exposed to something new On this episode, Ashdin talks about seeing the world differently through the eyes of a child. He also talks about moving from a monotonous life to a life of wonder and...

Ep. 142: Your Success Word

Did you know the expression booyah originated from the marines On this episode, Ashdin talks about success words and how it brings a feeling of satisfaction. He also tells us to find which words work according to our personality. You can follow...

Ep. 143: Mental Toughness

Did you know as part of Navy SEAL training they have to go through something called Hell Week On this episode, Ashdin talks about visualising victory by challenging yourself four times a week and shares three ways to increase your mental toughness....

Ep. 144: Fat Loss Basics

Did you know our body has about 50 billion fat cells On this episode, Ashdin shares four simple steps to help improve your approach to fat loss. He also talks about living a happy and stressfree life. Also check out: You can follow Ashdin Doctor on...

Ep. 145: Stop Saying 'Bad'

Did you know using the word bad as a sign of approval started way back in the 1890s On this episode, Ashdin talks about how words can affect your life. He shares with us a simple habit to stop using the word bad and be conscious with what we say....

Ep. 146: Paperclips Create Habits

Did you know a paperclip was once traded for a house On this episode, Ashdin talks about measuring and visualising the progress of our habits with the help of paperclips. You can follow Ashdin Doctor on Instagram Check out Ashdins...

Ep. 147: Sarvesh Shashi talks about celibacy and his journey to Jennifer Lopez

On this episode, Ashdin is joined by Sarvesh Shashi, a yogi entrepreneur. Sarvesh shares five precepts of Buddhism, how he found celibacy the most impactful and his journey to Jennifer Lopez. He highlights the importance of meditation and ways to deal...

Ep. 148: Power of SIPs

Did you know Bombay Stock Exchange has the highest number of listed companies in the world On this episode, Ashdin talks about making life simpler by setting up a systematic investment plan which is the best way to save and grow wealth. You can...

Ep. 149: Tea, No Milk

Did you know the antioxidants in green tea are called catechins On this episode, Ashdin talks about the benefits of black tea and how it can help decrease the risk of disease and improve overall health. You can follow Ashdin Doctor on Instagram...

Ep. 150: Bravery

As we hit our 150th mark with this episode, Ashdin talks about bravery and explains how it differs from courage. He also talks about how action chants can help you overcome fear. You can follow Ashdin Doctor on Instagramashdindoc...

Ep. 151: Ditch The Sunglasses

Did you know the first pair of sunglasses were invented in 12thcentury China On this episode, Ashdin talks about how sunglasses were used through history, and recommends ditching the sunglasses while swimming or on the beach, to avoid uneven tans...

Ep. 152: Vote With Your Choice

Did you know the citizens of Gambia vote using marbles On this episode, Ashdin talks about voting and how we must acknowledge the choices that we make with a mindful approach. You can follow Ashdin Doctor on Instagram Check out Ashdins...

Ep. 153: Do Nothing

Did you know going on a vacation can actually increase your life expectancy by 20 On this episode, Ashdin talks about the fine art of doing nothing. He wants us to identify the moments in the day where we can slow down and watch life go by. You can...

Ep. 154: Get Lucky

Did you know there is a school of luck that teaches people how to get lucky On this episode, Ashdin shares four traits of Prof. Richard Wiseman that one needs to be lucky and how to approach the world in a positive way. You can follow Ashdin Doctor...

Ep. 155: Food For Your Mind

Did you know in the 1900s all of mankinds knowledge doubled every 100 years and now doubles every 12 hours On this episode, Ashdin talks about choosing sources carefully before consuming any information. He also tells us how anything we see, hear...

Ep. 156: From the Heart

Creating the best versions of ourselves is the most important duty to create a better society. On this episode, Ashdin speaks from the heart and thanks each and everyone of you for taking the time, to create the best version of yourself. He also...

Ep. 157: Special with Energy Coach Urmi Kothari

Heres to one year of great habits By now, you have created the best version of yourself. On this special episode, Ashdin is joined by Urmi Kothari, Energy Coach and Host of The Kinetic Living Podcast. She talks about her fitness journey and her...

Ep. 158: Confidence

Did you know MS Dhoni was a ticket collector before becoming a World Cupwinning captain On this episode, Ashdin shares a secret to remaining calm and confident with the help of Dhonis example. He talks about focusing on the journey rather than the...

Ep. 159: Stop Whining

Did you know whining is one of the most annoying sounds on the planet On this episode, Ashdin talks about reframing our thoughts and and putting an end to whining. He tells us to focus on positivity and identify the things that make us whine. You...

Ep. 160: Afternoon Coffee

Did you know the halflife of caffeine is five hours On this episode, Ashdin shares an interesting fact about caffeine beverages and a simple way to improve the quality of your sleep. You can follow Ashdin Doctor on Instagram Check out Ashdins...

Ep. 161: Exercise Plateau

Did you know the worlds largest plateau is also the worlds highest plateau On this episode, Ashdin shares a simple habit to never get into a training plateau and keep adding variety to your routines. He talks about challenging your body by not...

Ep. 162: Your smaller Why(s)

On this episode, Ashdin talks about motivation, grit and self discipline. He also talks about finding purpose in everything that you do and focus on the consistency of your daily habits. You can follow Ashdin Doctor on Instagram Check out...

Ep. 163: Gifting Season

Did you know that the modern red white Santa Claus was popularized by CocaCola Since its Christmas time, on this episode Ashdin talks about the gifting season the kinds of people were gifting to, what types of gifts can we give and how...

Ep. 164: Friendship Habits

Did you know if your best friend is healthy, youre prone to be healthy too On this episode Habit coach Ashdin talks about the importance of healthy friendships, introduces us to what he calls the rule of 9 and explains how bad friendships affect...

Ep. 165: Tongue Scraping

Did you know that the tongue is the window to the digestive system On this episode Habit coach Ashdin Doctor talks about the importance of the human tongue. Whats the best way to scrape your tongue, why you should spend a minute everyday looking at...

Ep. 166: 24 hour fast

Did you know the word noon actually means the number 9 On this episode Habit coach Ashdin Doctor demystifies the mystery behind the time of the midday meal, talks about the advantages of fasting, how its a shortcut to health, energy and vitality,...

Ep. 167: Self Worth

Did you know that Unicorns in the modern world are companies that have a valuation of more than 1 billion dollars On this episode of the Habit Coach, by taking the example of unicorn companies Ashdin tells us how to increase our self worth. Why is is...

Ep. 168: Standing Meetings

Did you know 9 out of 10 people in meetings are prone to daydreamingOn this episode of the Habit Coach, Ashdin tells us how merely changing the posture in office meetings could change the attentiveness and efficiency of them. How would it be if routin

Ep. 169: Compassion Fatigue

Did you know that as someones caregiver, you can see a steady decline in your own health as wellOn this episode of The Habit Coach, Ashdin talks about how the caregivers health should be his/her first priority, as how can one properly

Ep. 170: Look Back

Did you know the bones in our spine are the first bones to form in the wombOn this episode of The Habit Coach, Ashdin talks about why and how most of us no longer look back much. By look back, we mean physically looking back rotation of the spine.

Ep. 171: The Word 'My'

Did you know that kids understand the concept of ownership of items by the age of 18 months That is, they can fathom the difference between what is theirs and whats someone elses.

Ep. 172: Fasted Workout

Did you know that it takes about one to two hours for a banana to be digested Some other foods take anywhere from 7 hours to a full day to be digested and used as energy.

Ep. 173: Fail Forward

Did you know that the fear of failure can be transferred from parent to childOn this episode, Ashdin talks about failure, how to fail with grace and how to not let the failure put you down. When we fail, it is never the failure that stops our growth

Ep. 174: Blue Blocker Glasses

Did you know that Reindeer are possibly the only mammal that can see ultraviolet light Humans can see up to the colour violet and not beyond it.Learning about light and the way it affects our physiology is absolutely fascinating as sight is something

Ep. 175: Rituals

Did you know it takes about two months to form a habit from a behaviourWhen we start doing something new, or when forming a new habit, there is always a struggle. It is something that we have to force our selves to do. It doesnt come easily to us.

Ep. 176: Sugar Addiction - Step 1 & 2

Did you know that theres a big difference between substance addiction and abuseVery often, we mistake the two. In the order of seriousness, addiction is far worse than abuse. In the case of sugar, abuse could be having a large piece of cake

Ep. 177: Sugar Addiction - Step 3 & 4

Sugar, as an addictive substance, is very devious. Some studies show that it is more addictive than even cocaine.Here, we continue from the previous episode where we discussed the first two stages of getting over sugar addiction.

Ep. 178: Do Research

Did you know that Google was originally called Backrub The founders used this as the companys name because it used to collect backlinks to websites.It is critical for us to learn how to research. What is it that were searching for How d

Ep. 179: What Is Health

Did you know the origin of the word health means to be wholeHealth is such a hot topic these days because, at some level, none of us feel whole. We all feel broken in some way, held together by sheer willpower and faith. Some aspect of

Ep. 180 : Leg Day

Did you know that the smallest muscle in the body is called the stapedius This muscle is located in our inner ear and holds the smallest bone in our body in place.Thats the smallest muscle. Do you know the largest muscle in our body It is the glute

Ep. 181: 10 Habits For 2020 (pt.1)

Did you know that Ashdin, The Habit Coach had a list of 10 habits for 2020 for you to pick up and carry forward this year and beyond Well, here it isRecently, Ashdin had done a talk at Soho House, Mumbai, to celebrate the podcast com

Ep. 182: 10 Habits For 2020 (pt. 2)

Did you know that Ashdin, The Habit Coach had a list of 10 habits for 2020 for you to pick up and carry forward this year and beyond Well, here it isRecently, Ashdin had done a talk at Soho House, Mumbai, to celebrate the podcast completing 1 year

Ep. 183: 10 Habits For 2020 (pt. 3)

Did you know that Ashdin, The Habit Coach had a list of 10 habits for 2020 for you to pick up and carry forward this year and beyond Well, here it isRecently, Ashdin had done a talk at Soho House, Mumbai, to celebrate the podcast completing 1 ye

Ep. 184: Thinking Bad

Did you know that the human mind is designed to remember bad memories more than good ones This is because, from an evolutionary perspective, it is very important to remember bad things.Bad things are always taken as a warning sign. Chances are that y

Ep. 185: Everyday A Friday

Did you know that Mondays are the most bunked days of the weekThis week, Ashdin talks about why Mondays are the most bunked days, while Fridays are the most attended, and how we can change the temptation to bunk on a Monday. He also talks about how

The Habit Coach Ep. 186: Mystic And Spiritual

Did you know that the whirling dance or meditation of the Sufi has a very fun origin It involves a 13thCentury mystic, a clanking hammer, whirling, dizziness and a trancelike state of complete peace and ecstacy.Ashdin just had his first experienc

Ep. 187: Break Negativity

Did you know that the first commercially available first aid kit was created by none other than Johnson JohnsonFist aid kits are typically for physical conditions. But what about first aid kits for our emotional state.

Ep. 188: Anger Is Useless

Did you know that there is no one hormone that causes us to get angry Which means that anger is a very complex emotion.The world is divided into two kinds of people. The first has no control over their anger and it

Ep. 189: Understanding Diabetes feat. Roshani Sanghani, Endocrinologist

We all know people who are diabetic. Every family has one. Hence, it becomes important for us to know, whether you yourself are diabetic or not, how to deal with a person who has diabetes, or at least understand it.On this episod

Ep. 190: Leap Year

Did you know that not all years that are divisible by 4 are leap yearsAll this business of days in a year can be quite confusing. But it is cutting edge science For instance, we added a leap second a few years ago. We didnt notice of course, but we

Ep. 191: Hang From A Bar

Did you know that the fingers in our hands have no muscles All movements in the fingers is controlled by ligaments. Hence, there are no exercises to grow the muscles in your hands, because there arent any.

Ep. 192: Future Lie

Did you know that lying is actually bad for your health Many studies have been conducted where they show that lies increase our stress level, thus affecting our bodies.

Ep. 193: Positivity Everywhere

Did you know that its possible to rewire our brains with just the use of positive thoughts In the book The Brain That Changes Itself, Dr. Norman Doige wrote about positivity workouts that can actually rewire and change old negative thought patterns.

Ep. 194: Minimalism - Give Things Away

Did you know that at the height of the Cold War, it was estimated that the United States had about 32,000 nuclear weapons and the Soviet Union had another 33,000 nuclear weapons

Ep. 195: Women's Day Special

A day to celebrate women and accept how amazing they areThis week, Ashdin does an episode on women for both men and women. He covers some questions that were asked of him online, questions pertaining to periods, PCOD, PMS and emotions, the feeling of ti

Ep. 196: Holi-day

Did you know that most ancient cultures had no word to describe the word blue Nowhere in Greek mythology is the word to describe blue used. They talk about red, black and white.

Ep. 197: Micro Workouts

Did you know that we have 7 billion atoms in our body Not only that, we replace 97 of those atoms every year. Small things can have big impacts.On this episode, Ashdin Doctor talks about the beauty of micro workouts

Ep. 198: Don't Panic - Coronavirus

Did you know that the Keep Calm and Carry On poster was printed in 1939. It was originally planned as a tool by the British Government to keep up the morale of the citizens.

Ep. 199: Dressing At Home

Did you know that the origins of Casual Fridays started in Hawaii They started a trend called aloha Fridays. Whats important to note is that the dress code actually made a difference in the productivity of employees. In some creative organisations,

Ep. 200: 200 Special!

200 Episodes, folks Thats about 200 habit tips for those quick and easy actionable habits.

Ep. 201: Home Workouts

Did you know that time passes faster for your face than it does for your feet

Ep. 202: Failing a Diet

Did you know that the average adherence to a diet is about 40 Numerous studies have been done on diets, and it was found that only 4060 of people complete a diet. And almost everyone will cheat on a diet a couple of times at least. This is because fol

Ep. 203: Expert vs Expertise

Did you know that 10,000 hours of practise is what is needed to master something Malcolm Galdwell wrote about it in his book Outliers.This idea sounds very appealing and simple, but we must remember, its not just about the 10,000 hours, it

Ep. 204: Social Habits During Quarantine

Did you know that the longest solitary confinement sentence was 44 yearsSolitary confinement has been one of the worst ways to punish someone. This is because we are social animals, and we need social interaction to feel happy and to feel alive. As soon

Ep. 205: Home Office

Did you know that, before the industrial revolution, most jobs were in fact, Work From Home jobs. Think about it agriculture, craftsmanship, etc, are typically workfromhome kind of jobs.

Ep. 206: Work From Home - Scheduling

Did you know that employees who work from home feel that theyre less distracted at home than at work In a survey, it was revealed that a majority of workers believed that they could focus better at home because they werent

Ep. 207: Social Circle Review

Did you know that the origin of the word positive comes from the old French word positif, which was a legal word and it meant formally laid down or in Latin settled by agreement.

Ep. 208: Learnings From Quarantine

Did you know that a key characteristic for a settlement to be called a civilisation, is the ability to write and keep written records. Up until that point, all other records had to be left to memory. Memory experts were used to keep track of the learn

Ep. 209: Quarantine Goal

Did you know that in traditional archer, there is no structure to aiming. Unlike say, guns, or even more modern bows in modern archery, or crossbows, the most basic traditional bows have no mechanism to aim properly, One has to rely on their bodily instin

Ep. 210: Mirror Review

Did you know that the black volcanic rock called obsidian was used as a mirror. Evidence for these kinds of mirrors were found in Turkey, dating back to 6000 years ago.

Ep. 211: Social Media Fast

Did you know that Steve Jobs restricted his kids from using the iPad or other technology

Ep. 212: Flirting

Did you know that flirting has been outlawed in certain cities Back in 1902, flirting was outlawed in New York State

Ep. 213: My Sugar Addiction

Did you know that there are over 75 different memes for sugarWith rising awareness of the harmful effects of sugar in consumers, companies have to keep finding new ways of hiding it in their products.

Ep. 214: The Worst Word 'If'

The word if lends itself to an excuse very easily.On this episode, Ashdin talks about one of biggest killers of forming habits excuses. Its because its so easy to make an excuse, but harder to do what we commited to. What can we do to overcome thi

Ep. 215: Happiness Environment

Did you know that there is a direct relationship between happiness and the immune system

Ep. 216: Joy of Silence

Did you know that silence can be an effective tool used to reduce anxietyThis is because silence has a very strong calming effect on the brain.Over the last few weeks, a lot of us have been feeling overwhelmed, what with all the news coming in, all the

Ep. 217: Motivation Sucks

Did you know that the neurotransmitter, dopamine, might have something to do with our levels of motivation as well

Ep. 218: Language of Emotions

Did you know that there is no known record for some of the oldest languages, or even a record of where they were created

Ep. 219: Intermittent Fasting Beyond Weight Loss

Did you know that in the early stages of pregnancy, the foetus brain can grow by 250,000 neurons every minute. An adult brain has a 100 billion neurons. The brain grows till the ages of about 18 years.

Ep. 220: Library of Memories

Did you know that the biggest library in the world has over 168 million books This is the Library of Congress, which expands over 3 buildings in Washington DC.

Ep. 221: Co-author Your Reality

Did you know that in 2019, JK Rowling, the author of the Harry Potter book series, earned close to 92 million dollars Her life story could be an inspiration to us all.On this episode, Ashdin talks about the importance of getting into the habit of creati

Ep. 222: Gratitude 101

Did you know that gratitude can improve the quality of your health Researchers have found that people who approach life with a more grateful demeanour, had a better quality of life and health.

Ep. 223: Thank You For Everything

Did you know that, recently, there was an article out that stated that there are 330 million gods in Hinduism alone

Ep. 224: Gratitude Jar

Did you know that our brain is so powerful that it can recreate a memory and make you feel how you did back then

Ep. 225: Look For The Helpers

When I was a boy, and j would see scary things in the news, my mother would say to me, Look for the helpers. You will always find people who are helping. Fred Rogers

Ep. 226: Gratitude Totem

Did you know that the roped female figure of the Statue of Liberty represents Libertas the Roman goddess of freedom

Ep. 227: Cue Fatigue

Did you know that when a movie is being shot, the audio is recorded separately from the video

Ep. 228: Understanding Fat Loss

Did you know that we do not burn or torch fat, like its normally believed Nor that sweat is fat leaving the body Instead, we either breathe it out or pee it out. Its so amazing how the human body and the world around us work.

Ep. 229: Fat Loss And Stress

Did you know that stress can be an important factor for both fat loss and fat gain This is because the bodys response to stress varies in different people.

Ep. 230: Dieting Self-Talk

Did you know that the word diet originates from the Greek word diaita What is so interesting is that the word diaita means way of life.

Ep. 231: Rebuild Your Body

Did you know that in the original Three Little Pigs childrens story, the three pigs actually had names

Ep. 232: Habits Approach to Fat Loss

Did you know that there is no did you know fact on this episodeOn this last episode of the fat loss series, Ashdin wanted to point out what fat loss could look like from the perspective of habits.

Ep. 233: Ayurveda and Good Digestion With Dr. Vignesh

On this episode, Ashdin is joined by Dr. Vignesh Devraj, Ayurvedic doctor, Director of Sitaram Beach Retreat, and host of the podcast Ayurvedic Healing Beyond.

Ep. 234: First Look at The Good

Did you know that there are over 30 different ways in which we can classify human blood The typical A, B, AB method of blood classification that were all used to, is just one of the many ways we can classify our blood.

Ep. 235: Porn Addiction

Did you know that PornHub gets over 115 million active users every single day That is an insane amount of people at any given point of time

Ep. 236: Giving a Compliment

Did you know that receiving a compliment had the same positive response as receiving money. Moreover, giving a compliment has as much a positive result as getting a compliment

Ep. 237: Anti-Aging with Dr. Falguni Shah

Did you know that antiaging needs to start in your youthOn this episode, Ashdin is joined by Dr. Falguni Shah, Dermatologist,

Ep. 238: Energy is More Important Than Time

Did you know that scientists are looking at ways to harness the energy generated by the human body

Ep. 239: The Habit of Hope

Did you know that every single day 200,000 people are lifted out of the poverty line Or that, everyday, 300,000 people get access to electricity for the first time

Ep. 240: Change is Scary

Did you know that there is no did you know fact on this episode

Ep. 241: Habits For Dealing With Burnout w/ Dr. Manuel Astruc

This week, Ashdin is joined by Dr. Manuel Astruc, Psychiatrist and Life Coach, all the way from New York, with over 50,000 hours in oneonone time with clients.

Ep. 242: Postpone The Bad

Did you know that the adult mayflies have a lifespan of just one day Imagine that Imagine if you had just one day thats just 24 hours, to do everything that you ever wanted.

Ep. 243: Letting Go

Did you know that a sloths grip is so strong that when it does, it continues to hold onto the tree that it died in

Ep. 244: Multipotentialite

Did you know that Benjamin Franklin, one of the Founding Fathers of the United States, also invented a musical instrument called the glass harmonica

Ep. 245: Beautifully Damaged

Did you know that, in Japan, they have made pottery repair a form of art This artform is called Kintsugi, which translates into golden joinery.

Ep. 246: Tea Meditation

Did you know that the Darjeeling tea is know as the champagne of teas However, Darjeeling tea is not the most expensive tea in the world. There are many more costlier teas. So what about it makes it so highly appreciated

Ep. 247: The Spider's Web

Did you know that not all parts of the spiders web are stickyIn our lives, we all have people who have had a toxic or negative impact on us.

Ep. 248: Collaboration

Did you know that it took over 50 countries collaborating in order to build and create the International Space Station Space programs from various countries had to work together in order to create this masterpiece of human technology.

Ep. 249: Entrepreneurship Habits with Shashank Mehta Pt. 1

This week, Ashdin is joined by Shashank Mehta, Founder, And Nothing Else and Fit Shit, to talk about being an entrepreneur in health and fitness, how he got into fitness himself, all the way to leading the path in this industry.

Ep. 250: Smell The Roses

Did you know that the rose is not really a delicate flowerOn this episode, Ashdin talks about how our brain shuts down and its easier to get angry when were overwhelmed, rushed,

Ep. 251: Entrepreneurship Habits with Shashank Mehta Pt. 2

On part 2 of this series, Ashdin is again joined by Shashank Mehta, Founder, And Nothing Else and Fit Shit, to talk about being an entrepreneur in health and fitness, and tell us more about his two ventures Fit Shit and And Nothing Else.

Ep. 252: What Are You Seeking?

Knowing what you want and why you want it can be liberating. Ashdin DoctorDid you know a sunflower kept in a dark room will continue to follow the path of the sun But how does it know

Ep. 253: Kaizen

Did you know that there were members of the Japanese army still fighting the war 30 years after World War II had ended

Ep. 254: Changing The World with Adam Totounji

On this episode, Ashdin is joined by podcaster and entrepreneur Adam Totounji, CEO, Mogul Insider, to talk all about podcasting, how he got into it, how podcasting

Ep. 255: Freedom

Did you know that Alcatraz was the only prison in America that gave its inmates hot water The hot water was provided to the prisoners not as a luxury, but as a way to prevent them from escaping

Ep. 256: Why Should You Podcast? with Adam Totounji

On the 2nd episode with Adam Totounji, CEO, Mogul Insider, Ashdin talks to him about why one should get into podcasting

Ep. 257: How Do You Feel Spending Money?

Did you know that the worlds most expensive pizza was sold for 4,200 Or that, in 2011, America alone spent about 61 billion dollars on its pets Or that the most expensive iPhone cover is for 110 thousand dollars

Ep. 258: Focus Focus Focus

Did you know that, in Latin, the word focus means the fireplace, or the hearthOn this episode, Ashdin talks about how to focus better and breaks down some habits that you can inculcate to do so, especially in trying times like these. Tune in to find o

Ep. 259: Breathe, Believe, Balance with Shayamal Vallabhjee

On this episode, Ashdin is joined by Shayamal Vallabhjee, sports scientist, motivational speaker, performance coach and author of his upcoming book Breathe Believe Balance:

Ep. 260: Stairway to Health

Did you know that the Roman architect Vitruvius made clear guidelines for the construction of stairs back in 1st Century BC He said that stairs should have a pitch of 37.

Ep. 261: Let's Get A Little Spiritual with Shayamal Vallabhjee

On the 2nd episode with Shayamal Vallabhjee sports scientist, motivational speaker, performance coach and author, Ashdin and he get into some talk about spirituality, what it means,

Ep. 262: The Seduction of Self-Improvement

Did you know that the size of the selfdevelopment industry, aka the personal development industry, is about 11 billion dollars in America alone

Ep. 263: Solitude From Another's Thoughts

Did you know that loneliness can make you feel coldOn this episode, Ashdin talks about how to be free from others opinions and ideas, not get affected by what people are saying, and instead use logic to determine the best course of action for you.

Ep. 264: What Is Your Everest? with Samir Patham

This week, Ashdin is joined by one of his closest friends Samir Patham, Director, Adventure Pulse, and a mountaineer. Samir has climbed Mount Everest yeah, thats right, and he talks about that on this episode.

Ep. 265: The Perfect Storm

Did you know that there are about 2000 thunderstorms raining down across the earth every minute

Ep. 266: Learnings From Trekking with Samir Patham

On the second episode with Samir Patham, Director of AdventurePulse, and one of Ashdins closest friends, Ashdin talks to him about his learnings from trekking, and how can they be applied in everyday life.

Ep. 267: Mini Miracles

Do you know the definition of a miracle It is defined as an extraordinary and welcome event that is not explicable by nature or science and is therefore attributed to a divine agency.

Ep. 268: Empathy Masterclass

Did you know that there are five or more kinds of empathyOn this episode, Ashdin talks about the different kinds of empathy particularly cognitive, emotional and compassionate empathies,

Ep. 269: The Importance of Consistency with Navreet Josan

This week, Ashdin is joined by Indias first IFBB Bikini Pro athlete, and makeup artist Navreet Josan. On this episode, Ashdin and Navreet discuss fitness and health, but at an extreme level.

Ep. 270: Suffering Is Essential

Did you know that Buddhism describes eight types of suffering Suffering being one of the most important concepts of Buddhism.

Ep. 271: What Competing Feels Like with Navreet Josan

On the second episode with competitive bodybuilder Navreet Josan, Indias first IFBB Bikini Pro athlete, and makeup artist, Ashdin talks to her about the mindset behind competing.

Ep. 272: I Am A Foodie

Did you know that, for most coaches, nutritionists, fitness trainers and dieticians, the most annoying thing that a future trainee can say is, But, I am a foodie

Ep. 273: Rock Bottom

Did you know that the worlds longest mountain range is 64,000 km long This whole mountain range lies at the bottom of the ocean. Some of the mountains in this range are so huge that Mt. Everest feels like a small hill in comparison.

Ep. 274: What Is Stevia? with Swati Pandey

If youve been thinking about quitting sugar, this episode is a must listenOn the first episode with Swati Pandey, Cofounder CEO, Magicleaf Stevia, Ashdin talks to her about what exactly is Stevia,

Ep. 275: Read Before Bed

Did you know the famous story of Aladdin and the Magic Lamp is just one of the stories from the 1001 Nights, aka The Arabian Nights The story behind these tales is quite gruesome and gory.

Ep. 276: Creating a Business With Impact with Swati Pandey

On this second episode with Swati Pandey, Cofounder CEO, Magicleaf Stevia, Ashdin talks to her about her journey as an entrepreneur, how she started her company,

Ep. 277: Anxiety - Write A Letter

Did you know that India has the most number of post offices in the world at more than a 150,000

Ep. 278: Be Selfish

Did you know that one group of anthropologists believe that all sharing is nothing but tolerated theft

Ep. 279: Understanding Ingredient Labels with Akshaye Jalan

On this episode, Ashdin is joined by his friend Akshaye Jalan, Owner at PlanMyFood, to break down nutrition labels that appear on food products, talk about why Akshaye started down this journey, what PlanMyFood is about, and tons more.

Ep. 280: Chai

Did you know that the first mug was found back in Neanderthal caves This mug was made out of bone.

Ep. 281: 'Deciphering' Nutrition Labels with Akshaye Jalan

This episode is about understanding nutritional information provided behind food products.On the 2nd episode with Akshaye Jalan, owner at PlanMyFood, Ashdin and Akshaye continue their discussions on food labels.

Ep. 282: Awareness