
Understanding Emotions
How do we become more emotionally intelligent? How do we set boundaries? Join me in this podcast as we explore every corner of our minds. Our mission? To live the most healthy and happy life possible.
Latest episodes

Nov 27, 2021 • 32min
UE #34: Despair, grace, and the beginners mind
In this episode, we talk about despair. I talk about how the beginners mind and receiving grace can be powerful antidotes to despairMy course on meditation!Zen Mind Beginners MindWebsite: sankalpgarud.orgListen on Spotify/iTunes/RSSSign up for the mailing list!Please share the podcast using the links below. If you wish to contact me for feedback/suggestions/comments, please get in touch using this contact form. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 30, 2021 • 28min
UE #33: All you need to know about guilt
In this episdoe, we deconstruct guilt. What is guilt and where does it comes from? How do you feel less guilt? All in this episodeWebsite: sankalpgarud.orgListen on Spotify/iTunes/RSSSign up for the mailing list!Please share the podcast using the links below. If you wish to contact me for feedback/suggestions/comments, please get in touch using this contact form. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 28, 2021 • 16min
UE #32: Anger outside, fear inside (what is anger and how to manage it)
In this episode, you will learn what anger is and how to deal with it in the momentWebsite: sankalpgarud.orgUE #5: How meditation can help build emotional intelligence (includes a 10 minute guided meditation)UE #21: Meet your inner criticUE #10: Your mind is like a family, and you are its headListen on Spotify/iTunes/RSSSign up for the mailing list!Please share the podcast using the links below. If you wish to contact me for feedback/suggestions/comments, please get in touch using this contact form. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aug 31, 2021 • 16min
UE #31: The signal is the noise and the noise is the signal
UE #22: How to soothe your inner criticUE #21: Meet your inner criticUE #25: Nutrition and emotional intelligenceUE #28: How to deal with painWebsite: sankalpgarud.orgListen on Spotify/iTunes/RSSSign up for the mailing list!Please share the podcast using the links below. If you wish to contact me for feedback/suggestions/comments, please get in touch using this contact form. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jul 31, 2021 • 24min
UE #30: The art of assertiveness
In this episode, we discuss how to handle conficts and assertive conversationsWebsite: sankalpgarud.orgListen on Spotify/iTunes/RSSSign up for the mailing list!Please share the podcast using the links below. If you wish to contact me for feedback/suggestions/comments, please get in touch using this contact form. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jun 29, 2021 • 37min
UE #29: Destroying social anxiety and building confidence
The podcast explores overcoming social anxiety and building confidence through deep relationships. Topics include understanding social anxiety, building empathy, overcoming fear and rejection, and the role of social interactions in emotional intelligence.

May 28, 2021 • 18min
UE #28: How to deal with pain
In this episode, we talk about our good friend, pain!UE #25: Nutrition and emotional intelligenceUE #20: The difference between pain and sufferingDr John Sarno's work (The Mindbody Prescription) for more if you suffer from chronic painWebsite: sankalpgarud.orgListen on Spotify/iTunes/RSSSign up for the mailing list!Please share the podcast using the links below. If you wish to contact me for feedback/suggestions/comments, please get in touch using this contact form. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apr 28, 2021 • 21min
UE #27: Emotional intelligence in difficult times
In this episode, we talk about some of our common recipes for sufferingPrevious episodes referenced in this episode:UE #11: Why being “nice” is unhealthyUE #3: Acceptance is the foundation of emotional intelligenceUE #24: How to use your body to activate emotionsUE #9: On Self CompassionUE #19: Our sense of self is an illusionWebsite: sankalpgarud.orgListen on Spotify/iTunes/RSSSign up for the mailing list!Please share the podcast using the links below. If you wish to contact me for feedback/suggestions/comments, please get in touch using this contact form. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 28, 2021 • 27min
UE #26: The six human needs
In this episode, I cover a helpful model of human needs that comes from Tony RobbinsWebsite: sankalpgarud.orgListen on Spotify/iTunes/RSSSign up for the mailing list!Please share the podcast using the links below. If you wish to contact me for feedback/suggestions/comments, please get in touch using this contact form. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 27, 2021 • 20min
UE #25: Nutrition and emotional intelligence
In this episode, we discuss the many ways in which food and emotions are linked to each other!I recommend http://nutritionfacts.org for evidence based nutrition advice.Podcast episode on the inner criticWebsite: sankalpgarud.orgListen on Spotify/iTunes/RSSSign up for the mailing list!Please share the podcast using the links below. If you wish to contact me for feedback/suggestions/comments, please get in touch using this contact form. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.