the Beyond podcast
Listen, life is hard. You don’t have to do it alone. As a mindset coach, physician, mom, and an infertility warrior, I have mastered techniques to help move you towards contentment and growth. I can’t wait to go along with this crazy ass life journey with you while making sure you feel like your best self. This podcast is meant to have you feel unstuck from your rut and less alone. Let’s do this.
Episodes
59 episodes
How to Avoid Procrastination
Friends, feeling stuck in the procrastination loop? Well... YOU'RE NOT ALONE! This week, I am diving into the real science behind why we put things off, from brain biology to mindset blocks like perfectionism. Learn six practical techn...
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Avani Modi Sarkar and Modi Toys: A Story of Entrepreneurship, Motherhood, & Culture
Join Dr. Flora for a captivating conversation with Avani Modi Sarkar, the dynamic co-founder of Modi Toys. Avani opens up about her journey to create a successful business that celebrates cultural heritage and introduces children to...
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5MWF: Tackle Burnout with These 5 Simple "Burnout Blasters"
In this episode of Five Minutes with Flora, Dr. Flora dives into a topic nearly everyone in this fast-paced world has faced: Burnout. Today, she will be helping you to combat burnout with five "Burnout Blasters" which will help you ...
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Sabrina Sahni: Sharing Tips & Debunking Myths on All Things Menopause and Perimenopause
Join me and Dr. Sabrina Sahni on the Beyond podcast for a candid conversation about all things menopause and perimenopause. We are diving deep into this often-confusing transition, exploring everything from the different stages and common sympt...
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Overwhelmed or Depressed? Let's Understand the Difference
Ever feel like you're juggling a million things, barely keeping it together? You're not alone! In this episode of the Beyond Podcast, I am getting real about the difference between feeling super overwhelmed and something a little deeper: high-f...
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Sanjay Sinha: How to Support a Partner or Friend Going Through Mental Health Struggles
On today's episode, by popular demand, Dr. Sanjay Sinha is back! Flora and her husband share a deeply personal and raw conversation about mental health, particularly depression, within the context of their South Asian upbringing and...
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5MWF: Little Known Facts About Major Depression
Because of the overwhelming response to her recent episode revealing her personal experiences and diagnosis, on this special episode of 5 Minutes with Flora, Dr. Flora revisits the topic of depression, specifically focusing on the unique experi...
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Adeela Hussain: Finding Balance in the Hustle with the CEO of Béis Travel
Ever feel like you're juggling a million things? This week, I'm chatting with Adeela Hussain Johnson, CEO of Beis Travel, about literally navigating chaos - from recent wildfires to the daily hustle of a mom and entrepreneur! W...
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High-Functioning Depression and Breaking Mental Health Stigma
Friends, in this episode of Beyond Podcast, I am opening up about my personal journey through mental health challenges in 2024, including my experience with major depression and high-functioning depression. I am sharing how I slowly go...
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5MWF: What To Do When Burnout Inevitably Takes Over
We've all been there: utterly exhausted, running on fumes, yet facing a mountain of responsibilities that just won't wait. In this episode of Five Minutes with Flora, Dr. Flora shares a lifeline for those moments when you've reache...
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Chia-Ming Ro: From Spreadsheets to Seedlings - Cultivating a Life of Growth and Purpose
Beyond listeners, get ready to dig into the world of edible gardening with our guest, Chia-Ming Ro, a former finance executive turned edible garden designer and educator! 🌱✨ In this episode, Chia-Ming shares her journey...
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Goal-Getter Mode: Starting 2025 with Clarity
Alright friends, 2025 has arrived! Last week, we explored the power of active gratitude—now it’s time to set the stage for 2025 with intentional, achievable goals! In this episode, I dive into the art of goal setting and I am sharing the scienc...
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Toxic Gratitude: Why You are Practicing Gratitude Wrong.
Friends, Happy New Year! Today we are talking about gratitude as we start our new year. Listen, gratitude is more than just a feel-good buzzword—it’s a transformative tool that can change the way we approach life and our goals. In this episode ...
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Surviving the Holidays: Boundaries Edition
Friends...All of the texts, DM's, comments... I HEARD YOU. It's the holiday season (aka family season), and the anxiety is real. I know this time of year can be a tough time for almost everyone. We often feel pressure to overextend ours...
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My Infertility Journey: Part 3
In the third and final part of my infertility journey, I wanted to focus on the transformative power of letting go—releasing the past version of myself and the checkboxes I once felt compelled to tick. This episode is a heartfelt conclusion to ...
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Dr. Pinkey Patel: Redefining Success, Defying Expectations, & Revolutionizing Maternal Care
Beyond listeners, I am THRILLED to introduce you to the incredible Dr. Pinkey Patel on this episode of the Beyond Podcast! Pinkey is a force of nature – a clinical pharmacist, NASM-certified personal trainer, and the CEO and founder of Myri, an...
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Dr. Laura Vater: Navigating Self Care in Healthcare
In this episode of Beyond Podcast, I speak with Dr. Laura Vater about the essential yet often overlooked need for self-care and mental health support, especially among women in medicine. We dive into the reality of burnout,...
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My Infertility Journey: Part 2
Today I continue sharing my infertility journey with you, friends. It’s the raw and unfiltered realities of this chapter of our lives. I am taking you through the ups and downs of IVF treatments, the emotional and physical hurdles, the heavy we...
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Dr. Dhivya Srinivasa: A Breast Cancer Reconstruction Surgeon's Take on Authenticity & Advocacy in Women's Health and Life
In this episode, Dr. Flora chats with the inspiring Dr. Dhivya Srinivasa, a double board-certified surgeon who's not only an expert in breast reconstruction but also a champion for women in medicine.As October marks both Breast Cancer Aw...
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My Infertility Journey: Part 1
Friends, on this very special three-part series, I am going to dive head-first into my story. The story that landed me here... that landed you all here. A journey that broke me to my core, only to build me back up stronger.&nbs...
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Skincare 101 with Dr. Tia Paul
Hey Beyond Listeners! In this episode, we dive into the world of skincare with the amazing Dr. Tia Paul, a board-certified dermatologist who’s all about evidence-based skincare, especially for people with melanated skin! Dr. Paul shares her ins...
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5MWF - Feeling negative about social media? It’s time for a Social media clean out!
Friends, I heard you loud and clear. You feel a clean out on your feed is needed - but how? Today I am diving into the negativity many of us feel after mindlessly scrolling through social media. If you’ve ever felt drained or overwhelmed by you...
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Flora's 40th Birthday Reflections!
Friends! Yesterday, I celebrated my FORTIETH birthday! It is always milestones like these, that cause me to intentionally pause and reflect. And this year, I had A LOT to reflect on. It was a huge year... both challeng...
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Sanjay & Flora Sinha: Our Journey to Effective Communication, Boundaries, and Modern Gender Roles
Today, I am joined by the one and only Dr. Sanjay Sinha. Sanjay is a board-certified Pediatric Cardiologist, a self-proclaimed master chef, a rockstar bassist, the best daddy to his Gigi, and... my husband!On this very special and highly...
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Dr. Arti Thangudu: Talking hormones, ozempic, insurance approvals and seeing beyond the number on the scale!
In this episode, I sit down with the incredible Dr. Arti Thangudu, a triple board-certified endocrinologist who’s on a mission to change the way we think about hormones and health. She breaks down what endocrinology is all about and explains wh...
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