Have you ever felt like an outsider—even when surrounded by people? You’re warm, capable, socially skilled… yet something feels fundamentally different. You might be an otrovert: someone who doesn’t belong to any tribe, not from fear, but from design. In this episode, Dr. Amritha explores this newly named orientation, why “not belonging” might be your superpower, and how your Ikigai lives not in fitting in—but in seeing what others cannot. For the eternal observers. The compassionate outsiders. This one’s for you.

Ever wonder why that viral diet worked for your friend but left you exhausted and craving junk food? This episode reveals the hidden conversation between your gut and brain—and why copying someone else’s eating plan might be sabotaging your health.

Today marks December 21st—World Meditation Day and the winter solstice. In this special episode, Dr. Amritha explores why meditation has become a necessity in our overstimulated world, not a luxury.

Discover how just 10 minutes of daily practice can transform your physical health, mental clarity, emotional resilience, relationships, and overall well-being. Learn the beautiful connection between Kriya (conscious action) and Dhyana (effortless awareness) from Ashtanga Yoga, and understand why meditation doesn’t require perfection—just presence.

Whether you’re a complete beginner or someone who’s struggled to maintain a practice, this episode offers a gentle, practical invitation to reconnect with yourself. No trainer needed. No hours required. Just you, your breath, and ten minutes.

Key Takeaways:

• Why the winter solstice is the perfect time to turn inward

• How meditation sends your nervous system the message “you are safe”

• The ripple effect of meditation across all dimensions of health

• Why ten minutes is enough—and how it naturally grows into more

• Simple steps to begin your practice today

Perfect for: Anyone feeling disconnected, overwhelmed, or simply curious about meditation’s transformative power.