HOLISTIC GROWTH with Shikha Pandey
Episodes
Why we want someone to see us and accept us even more, in the modern world.
09 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We live in a world where visibility is easy but true recognition feels rare. Social media shows us curated versions of each other, yet the human need ...
10-Minute Non Sleep Deep Rest (NSDR) For Mental Clarity & Energy Reset (Science-Backed)
17 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Why this worksWhen your mind is overloaded, your brain needs more than “just a break.” NSDR — or Non-Sleep Deep Rest — uses a specific combina...
ASMR: Rewire your subconscious mind for a good day (mindful whispered intentions & visualisations)
12 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Wake up to a calmer, clearer version of yourself.This ASMR-guided morning ritual combines soft whispers, sensory visualization, and gentle mindset coa...
Overthinking Feels Productive—But It’s Secretly Destroying Your Clarity!
03 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
How to Stop Overthinking and Gain Mental Clarity | Mindfulness for OverthinkersDid you know the average person makes 35,000 decisions per day? No wond...
This ONE Mindset Shift Will Rewire Your Brain for Success (Backed by Science!)
14 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Your mindset is the key to success—but most people get it WRONG. In this video, I reveal ONE simple mindset shift that rewires your brain for succes...
3 Mindfulness Hacks to Skyrocket Your Focus & Productivity (Life-Changing!)
12 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Feeling overwhelmed and struggling to focus? You're not alone! The secret to peak productivity isn’t doing more—it’s being more present. In ...
Minimalism Secrets: 5 Simple Decluttering Hacks That Will Change Your Life
22 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Clutter isn’t just about your space—it’s about your mind, emotions, and daily decisions.In this episode, I’ll tell you how minimalism and mind...
Spirituality Unveiled: Embrace Acceptance and Live in Flow State
18 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Discover the essence of spirituality—embrace acceptance, let go, and step into the flow state. 🌟 How do you see or stay connected to your spirit...
Why you NEED the Mindful Living Course?
07 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Your mind shapes your story—ready to write a better one? ✨ Join Mindful Living: Clear Your Mind. Make Better Choices and discover how micro habits...
Embracing Imperfection: 10 mins Guided Meditation
27 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In a world that often glorifies perfection, many of us feel constant pressure to meet impossible standards. But this pursuit of flawlessness can lead ...
Drift Off to Sleep: Stress-Relieving Meditation
23 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Need a relaxing way to unwind before bed? This 5-minute bedtime meditation is designed to help you reduce stress, calm your mind, and drift off to sl...
Mastering Self-Compassion: How a Friendly Mindset Transforms Your Life
11 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this transformative episode of "Holistic Growth with Shikha Pandey," we explore the profound impact of self-compassion and how adopting a...
Be a Better Leader. Be Mindful.
26 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In today's episode, we delve into the "Mindful Leadership in Modern Times," exploring how mindfulness intersects with leadership to help...
The Science Behind Mindfulness: How It Changes Your Brain
05 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Mindfulness is a way of life and a very powerful way of life. In this episode we talk about why has mindfulness gained so much attention (and rightly...
Meditation to Sleep Better
24 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This meditation is recommended to be practised in bed to enable you to drift into a good night's sleep. It includes conscious body relaxation, bre...
Why Sleep Part 2 - Practices to Aid Better Sleep
04 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In part 2 of this series, I offer you some practical practices that can enable you to get a good night's sleep. The Part 1 of this series gives ...
Why Sleep - Part 1
26 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This is the first episode of the series on Sleep and in this episode we talk about why is sleep important for us and why we must not compromise on it....
How Mindfulness can TRANSFORM your Professional Life.
31 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The impact of mindfulness in professional setting has been a subject of increasing interest & research in the recent years. Some of the key impact...
MICRO HABITS for BIG Success
23 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We are living in a world where motivation is overhyped. And science has proven that motivation is not enough for habit formation. So what enables us ...
From Clutter to Clarity: How to get UNSTUCK (Part 2)
04 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This is part 2 on the series on 'getting UNSTUCK'. If you missed on the previous episode, do check it out because I talk about how to identify...
From Clutter to Clarity: Get UNSTUCK (Part 1)
24 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
It is necessary to get unstuck to take charge of your life. If you are running on autopilot or going through life without being intentional about yo...
VISUALISATION MEDITATION to rewire your mind for a productive day!
02 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Visualisation meditations, especially the ones like this, are best practised right at the beginning of the day (ideally even before you check your mes...
Mastering Resilience: A Guide to Navigate Personal Challenges without Disrupting Professional Life.
13 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we talk about how personal crisis can impact the way we show up in our professional lives and how normal that is! Also offering you a ...
NSDR - Non Sleep Deep rest
02 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This is your Non Sleep Deep Rest (NSDR) practice. Regular NSDR practice: Helps with memory retention. Enhances rates of neuroplasticity, which can ...
Embrace, Learn, Evolve: The Power of Owning Up to Your Choice
08 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
A thought-provoking episode on a subject that affects each and every one of us—owning up to our choices. How can we take responsibility for our deci...
The Stress Busting Magic of Daily Intention Setting
26 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode , we explore the transformative power of daily intention setting and its profound impact on stress reduction. Discover how setting cle...
Daily Intention Setting: Creating the Life You Want
21 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we understand why and how the practice of daily intention setting can empower you to carve out the life you envision for yourself. I...
The 'Why Question' for Growth
11 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I encourage you to ask yourself 3 'WHY' questions that are powerful tools in enabling growth. These 'WHY' questions ...
Calming Breath Work: Viloma Pranayama
20 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
A beautiful practice to create a deep sense of relaxation to calm the mind down. Also helps to cool the body down and strengthens the lungs. It also h...
Growing from HeartBreak❤️🩹
28 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We all have moved through heartbreaks and even though they are very painful, we have an opportunity to learn and grow from them. Let's explore th...
5 Mins Meditation to DeStress
16 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
This 5mins practice is great for any time of the day when you want to release accumulated stress or tension. As you take this practice into the rest...
Self Esteem: Do you know what you bring to the table?
08 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Being worthy is not something you earn. It is something you recognize and believe in. In this episode we talk about SELF ESTEEM. What is it? When do ...
at the CUSP of GROWTH
09 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
This episode is about that place in our journey of growth where we are about to make a major transition. Right at the cusp of growth. This stage can ...
Mindfulness Demystified
15 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
There is so much talk around mindfulness and so many of you have reached out to me with queries, challenges and for support in this practice. Hence th...
PROCRASTINATION: What, Why & How to Overcome
02 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We all procrastinate every now and then. But there a lot of us who find us in the loop of procrastination. In this episode we understand what is proc...
PROCRASTINATION: What, Why & How to Overcome
01 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We all procrastinate every now and then. But there a lot of us who find us in the loop of procrastination. In this episode we understand what is pro...
Nutrition is a Privilege : A talk on Diets, Nutrition, Diabetes Care & Well Being
25 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
There is so much out there about food and diet and nutrition that it can be confusing. It is easy to get carried away to believe that we can get quick...
You Deserve Your Love~ Why Self Love
18 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We never have to earn our love...never. We deserve our love unconditionally. Loving yourself unconditionally doesn’t mean you are not aware of your...
Hyper Competitive Workspaces & Mental Health
04 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In conversation with Prachi S Vaish, a licensed Clinical Psychologist, a certified Clinical Trauma Professional and the Co-Founder of The Emotional We...
Living it UP in your 20s (The GenZ)
26 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
20s are the foundational years! Unlike a lot of times we are told, I believe 20s is not about knowing it all ; infact 20s is all about getting to know...
Chakra (Energy Center) Meditation
19 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Chakra or the energy center meditation calls for faith, visualisation and deep presence into one self. That makes it challenging but also extremely po...
From Victim to Hero: it is possible!
11 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
"We are not what happened to us, we are who we choose to become". An affirmation that changed my whole perspective towards life and this podcast epi...
HOW LONG ARE YOU GOING TO WAIT...before you demand the best for yourself?
05 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The famous words of Epictetus. In this episode we talk about how we keep pushing away the things we must do now to become the best version of ou...
EFFECTIVE TO DO LIST - TIME MANAGEMENT TOOL
29 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
An effective to-do list is one of the most accessible, basic but highly effective and proven time management tool. In this episode we move throu...
Beyond FEAR
21 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Today's world is being controlled by FEAR. But living with fear, on a constant basis, hinders our growth and our ability to move outside our comfort z...
Free Flow Meditation
14 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We live in an overloaded world. There is excess of information, there is always something demanding our attention, we have too many gadgets, too...
The Power of 'YET'; Moving Past Limiting Beliefs.
07 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
There is immense power in the word 'YET'. 'I cannot do this' v/s 'I cannot do it YET' can be the biggest change in mindset you can bring in to t...
Yog Nidra (Psychic Sleep)
23 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to your Yog Nidra practice. What is Yog Nidra? Yog Nidra means yogic or psychic sleep. It is a state of consciousness between waking &am...
BreathWork + Breath & Body Awareness Meditation
19 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Here's your practice of BreathWork that will enable you to gently slip into guided Body & Breath Awareness Meditation. Together let's tap in...
Breathwork for De-stressing
17 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Everytime we shape the breath, we shape the mind. An intermediate breathwork with some breath retention to move into relaxation. Let's get in th...
Why do you need a COACH?
15 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
It's the time of the year where we are bidding good bye to the year gone by and preparing to get ready to welcome the new year. And one of the key act...
5 Things Stopping You From Achieving Your Goals
10 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
This episode talks about 5 things or mindsets that stop us from achieving our goals. It also encourages us to take the step from goal setting towards ...
Embracing Imperfection
27 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Light seeps in through the crack.. just like we grow through our imperfections. This episode is all about embracing our imperfections as our areas of ...
5 mins to Kickstart your Day - Meditation
20 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
What you think creates your reality. So let's create your day with this 5 mins guided meditation. Let's tap into the power of the mind and channelise ...
Attachment
30 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Namaste! In this episode we talk about attachment. We talk about how we get so attached to our perceived source of joy that we make it the source of m...
THE HUMAN DIMENSIONS
07 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Do you believe that your physical, mental and emotional dimensions work in isolation.. do you feel these are the only dimensions to your being.. do yo...
Radical Responsibility
09 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Why would you give the reins of your life into someone else's life and then blame them for making you happy? By doing so you have already set yourself...
Parikarmas: Purification of the MIND through Yoga
26 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I simplify the practice of Parikarmas for purification of the mind. The Parikarmas are to be practised internally & they are: - Ma...
Occupational Stress & Tips to Manage!
29 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In today’s episode we shall be talking about the common situations that induce stress at work, how to identify the stress and few simple things one ...
MEDITATION - MENTAL NOTING
09 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
We often set goals for our meditation practice and usually we make it about stopping the mind from thinking. But the practice of meditation has no goa...
Sleep Well - Practice to support falling asleep
27 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
There are days when we need some extra support to help us calm the mind and fall into a restful sleep. This practice aims to offer you that support. S...
Why YOGA?
19 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
I found myself answering this question at different stages of my practice and the answer is ever changing and evolving. Today when I am on the T...
Finding SELF in your yoga practice
05 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Why so serious...it is just yoga!! Yes yoga is meant to be effortless and free flowing yet many a times we find ourselves stuck in the practice or put...
Festina Lente: Hurry But Slowly
28 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we talk about the wisdom of the ancient Latin phrase "Festina Lente" which means hurry but slowly. I talk about my experience and why ...
Pranayama - Surya Bhedana for Energy
08 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Surya Bhedana is a breath work that activates the Sun's energy in the body. This is a warming pranayama that improves the digestive fire and brings al...
Aparigraha - Yama for non attachment or non hoarding
18 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we talk about the last Yama - Aparigraha or non attachment or non hoarding. Aparigraha, when practised, leads to contentment, f...
Yama - Exploring Asetya & Brahmacharya
01 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we explore the Yamas called Asetya i.e Non Stealing and Brahmacharya i.e Self regulation. We talk about the relevance of these t...
Me, Mine & My Mind - Poem by Shikha Pandey
07 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This episode is special because it's been a very very long time since I wrote a poem. I didn't sit down to write it but when the pen met the paper, th...
Yama- Exploring Satya
01 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Satya is about communicating how things are rather than how they should be. It is the quality of being honest and having strong moral principals. ...
Yamas & Exploring Ahimsa i.e Non Violence
12 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this podcast we will talk about the first limb of Ashtanga Yoga i.e Yama and talk in detail about the first and the highest ranking Yama i.e Ahimsa...
सहज प्राणायाम
18 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
इस एपिसोड में आप सहज प्राणायाम का अभ्यास कर सकतें है। यह...
Pranayama for an Anxious Mind
24 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This practice guides you through 'equal breathing' or 'Sama Vritti' Pranayama. Sama Vritti means equal waves and we create the equal waves in the mind...
ATYPICAL YOGIS - Chat with Yogini Nidhi Kagrana
23 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In talk with Nidhi Kagrana, who is an environmental engineer & a sustainable lifestyle practitioner. She is a certified yoga instructor and a memb...
Meditation: Being Present
08 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This guided meditation practice is ideal for when you need to feel grounded or when you feel overwhelmed. This practice will bring you to the present ...
Pranayama - Relax & Restore
24 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to your Pranayama practice. In this practice, we have three very effective practices that will help you equalise your breath, breathe mo...
My Spiritual Journey
13 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
We all have our unique beliefs and ideologies when it comes to spirituality. And it should be that way. Spirituality is a very individual and personal...
Preparing for Meditation
01 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The practice of meditation is not what you do on a particular day but it is something that you build over time. Routine, discipline and the right appr...
Don't Deviate, Meditate
22 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This episode comes from a place close to my heart.. from a place of no faith in this practice to a place of experiencing it to be life changing. I hop...
Conscious Breathing
11 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This is a simple technique which introduces practitioners to their own respiratory system and breathing pattern. It is very relaxing and can be practi...
Pranayama : Alternate Nostril Breathing
25 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Alternate Nostril Breathing or Anulom Vilom is a pranayama practice that has a profound impact on your mind and the nervous system. It helps balance t...
About Pranayama
10 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this first podcast on Pranayama you get to know more about what is pranayama, how it impacts our life and the do's and don'ts of practising it.&nbs...
Meditation : Gratitude
21 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Gratitude is medicinal because it helps us see & cherish what we have rather than chasing & wanting. And its truly counting your blessings! Science ha...
ATYPICAL YOGIS - Chat with Yogini Vanyah
07 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In talk with Vanyah Malherbe, mother of 3 beautiful daughters, an avid biker & a strict vegetarian. She has been an aesthetician for past 20 years...
ATYPICAL YOGIS- Chat with Yogini Mary Whelen
30 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Mary Whelen, a mother of a 14 year old son, a dog Shalom & a cat Bronnie. Mary lives in Ireland & is a nature lover and loves walking, hiking,...
ATYPICAL YOGIS - Chat with Yogini Priyanka Joshi
23 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In talk with Priyanka Joshi who is a PhD in Marketing. She is an academician & a marketing professional. She is a certified yoga practitioner teac...
ATYPICAL YOGIS - Chat with Yogini Indu Pandey
09 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In talk with Indu Pandey who is a coder! She is the head of mobile app at Muse Wearables. She is living the entrepreneurial life at Edaim, an Edtech c...
ATYPICAL YOGIS - Chat with Yogini Alice Rosario
02 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In talk with Alice Rosario, a fashion model, stylist, dancer & an animal lover. And yes she is a certified yoga practitioner & instructor. She is t...
ATYPICAL YOGIS - Chat with Yogini Pavit Kaur
23 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
A brand new PurnaYog podcast series called - Atypical Yogis. In this series we shall be talking to yogis from across the world and chat with them abou...
PART 2: LIVING IN THE ERA OF CELL PHONES
02 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In part 1 of ' Living in the Era of Cell Phones', we talked about the impact of cell phone on relationships, sleep, posture, self validation and low m...
PART 1: LIVING IN THE ERA OF CELL PHONES
21 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
This podcast talks about the key aspects of our being that seek moderation when it comes to cell phone usage. The impact of cell phone on relationship...
BUSTING STRESS!
11 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Stress has become an integral part of the modern day life - to the extent that we often find ourselves glorifying being stressed. Being stressed has b...
CHANGE TO ENABLE CHANGE
26 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Wanting change & Enabling change are two different things. Sharing with you some insights on how we can better enable change by breaking away from our...
Unlocking the Present
19 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
The first podcast from PurnaYog talks about unlocking the power of being present and mindful to optimise our potential and live our lives to the fulle...