In this reflective solo episode of Beyond The Known, host Jitesh Vaswani delves deep into one of the most challenging lessons in leadership and self-development: how to stop people-pleasing and lead with authenticity.

Through powerful insights on authentic leadership, entrepreneur mindset, and emotional resilience, Jitesh explores how constantly seeking validation weakens your vision and disconnects you from your truth. Drawing from personal experiences of doubt, rejection, and inner growth, he reveals that being disliked is not a setback. It’s a sign that you’re finally being real.

This episode serves as a mirror for anyone learning how to build self-confidence, set boundaries, and live with purpose rather than approval. It’s an honest reflection on what it means to grow, lead, and stay true, even when it’s uncomfortable.

🌿 In this episode, you’ll learn:
 • Why seeking validation keeps you from real growth
 • How to stop people pleasing and start leading with confidence
 • The link between authentic leadership and inner peace
 • How to build self-confidence rooted in self-worth, not approval
 • How to strengthen emotional resilience through criticism and challenge
 • Why every self-improvement journey begins with discomfort
 • How to align your entrepreneur mindset with authenticity and purpose

🔗 Links Mentioned in the Episode:
 🧘 Learn Art of Living Part 1: https://bit.ly/3ZDssMJ
 🧘 Learn Art of Living with Jitesh Vaswani: https://bit.ly/4dzyTpS
 🔥 Shankara: https://bit.ly/3SPGVBE
 🔥 Sri Sri Tattva: https://bit.ly/4mWKO5q

📲 Connect with Jitesh Vaswani – @jiteshvaswani
 💥 More from Beyond The Known: https://www.youtube.com/@beyondtheknownpod

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The Day I Learned It’s Okay to Be Disliked

On this episode of Beyond the Known, host Jitesh Vaswani sits down with his brother Sandeep Vaswani, a corporate leader, mentor, and Art of Living teacher, to explore a journey that bridges leadership, discipline, and deep inner transformation.

From being an engineering student introduced to meditation by his father to becoming a global influencer guiding thousands through Art of Living courses, Sandeep’s story is a reflection of how self-awareness and the power of gratitude can reshape not only your career but also your sense of purpose.

Through heartfelt stories of healing from heartbreak, academic challenges, and rediscovering meaning, he shares how meditation became his compass for clarity, balance, and growth. Whether you’re asking yourself, “How do I find my purpose in life?” or looking for practical tools to bring peace into a busy world, this conversation will leave you inspired to lead with calm confidence and conscious action.

🌟 In this episode, you’ll hear about:
- Turning personal challenges into stepping stones for growth
- How meditation can transform heartbreak, stress, and addiction
- The role of mindset, mentorship, and openness in personal evolution
- Why discipline and love are the foundations of sustainable success
- How the Art of Living approach blends spirituality with modern leadership

Sandeep’s story is a reminder that success is not about speed - it’s about stillness. His message: lead with love, live with purpose, and let clarity be your compass.
🔗 Links Mentioned in the Episode:
 🧘 Learn Art of Living Part 1: https://bit.ly/3ZDssMJ
 🧘 Learn Art of Living with Jitesh Vaswani: https://bit.ly/4dzyTpS
 🔥 Shankara: https://bit.ly/3SPGVBE
 🔥 Sri Sri Tattva: https://bit.ly/4mWKO5q

📲 Connect with Jitesh Vaswani: https://www.instagram.com/jiteshvaswani
 📲 Connect with Sandeep Vaswani: https://www.instagram.com/vaswanisandeep/
 
 💥 More from Beyond the Known: https://www.youtube.com / @beyondtheknownpod

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Addiction, Alcohol & Real Vent I Needed | Sandeep Vaswani

In this deeply moving episode of Beyond The Known, host Jitesh Vaswani sits down with Yumi, who shares her extraordinary journey from losing everything to discovering the unshakable peace within. Once homeless and broken, Yumi found healing through meditation, compassion, and the quiet strength of presence.
From surviving the streets to finding solace in silence, Yumi’s story reveals how life’s greatest losses can become powerful gateways to transformation. Guided by mindfulness and awareness, she turned pain into purpose, proving that peace is not something to seek, but something to return to.
Through moments of vulnerability, courage, and grace, this conversation invites you to see that rock bottom is never the end, it’s the beginning of awakening. Yumi’s insights on resilience, inner healing, and gratitude will remind you that even in the darkest moments, light is always waiting within.
This episode is for anyone seeking hope, healing, and the strength to begin again.

Links Mentioned in the Episode:
 🧘‍♀️ Learn Art of Living Part 1: https://bit.ly/3ZDssMJ
 🧘‍♀️ Learn Art of Living with Jitesh Vaswani: https://bit.ly/4dzyTpS
 🔥 Shankara: https://bit.ly/3SPGVBE
 🔥 Sri Sri Tattva: https://bit.ly/4mWKO5q

📲 Connect with Jitesh Vaswani:
 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jiteshvaswani/

 💥 More from Beyond the Known: https://www.youtube.com / @beyondtheknownpod
Don’t forget to Like, Comment, Subscribe, and Share if this episode speaks to your heart.


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