Fountain of life: Restoring holistic well being

What if true well-being was more than just physical and mental health? Join Nikita Singla, and Geeta Kumar as they unravel the intricacies of well-being through the "well-being wheel of life," a framework that encompasses eight interconnected dimensions: physical health, mental health, relationships, recreation, finances, career, self-awareness, and living spaces.  Women often face unique mental health challenges, especially in relation to their reproductive stages and career milestones. Nikita and Geeta delve into how these challenges manifest emotionally, cognitively, and behaviorally, affecting not just the individual but their entire ecosystem, including workplaces and families.  We discuss the importance of support systems and advocate for a paradigm shift from traditional work-life balance to work-life integration. By setting boundaries and prioritizing self-care, we can foster better overall well-being and clearer communication within our various roles.  Balancing work and personal life can be particularly challenging for women who juggle multiple responsibilities. Get practical strategies to help achieve work-life integration. From mindfulness techniques like the 5-4-3-2-1 grounding technique to the 3-3-3 rule for prioritization, to make your daily life more manageable. We also touch on the benefits of delegating household tasks to free up time for personal growth and family moments.  Tune in for a treasure trove of insights and leave with a renewed sense of hope and positivity for a well-balanced life. The podcast is brought to you by TalentNomics India, a mission-driven organisation focused on scalable solutions for gender equity, especially at leadership levels Connect with us at:  Website: https://www.talentnomics.org  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talentnomicsiindia/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/talentnomicsindia/  Email: [email protected] or [email protected] About the guest:  Dr. Geeta Kumar is a seasoned Well-Being and Sustainability Advocate, Coach, DE&I and OD Consultant, and Facilitator, with over 30 years of cross-cultural experience. A dual master's holder in International Management and Women & Gender Studies, and a doctorate in Management, her work spans MNCs, Indian companies, PSUs, and social sectors. She specializes in holistic well-being, leadership, DEI&B, and mental health strategies. Certified in Mental Health First Aid and various psychological tools, Dr. Kumar empowers individuals and organizations to align with their purpose, fostering sustainable and meaningful growth. Linkedin: linkedin.com/in/geetak  About the host: Nikita Singla is an International Trade, Logistics and Inclusion Specialist with 12 years of experience in South Asia. She has experience of working across more than 40 ports in the South Asia region, and has advised the Governments of India, Bangladesh, Nepal, Bhutan and Sri Lanka in varying capacities on trade, logistics and inclusion-related issues. She is a Consultant to the World Bank's Trade, Transport and Regional Integration practices and a Non-resident Scholar, South Asia program at the Carnegie Endowment for International Peace, Washington DC. She sits on the panel of experts at the Centre for Trade Excellence, Singapore. She is also an Advisory Council Member at TalentNomics India. She is an engineer from Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Delhi and Masters in International Economic Policy from Sciences Po Paris. She is a solo backpacker, has traveled across more than 50 countries and is a certified Ashtanga yoga trainer. Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nikita-singla-02779018/ How can you be of help as a listener? By putting in practice the wisdom shared by the guests and advocating for gender equity, amplifying women’s voices and building an ecosystem that paves the way for an equitable world.