Learn or Be Learned Dhana Studios

In this insightful episode of the Learn or Be Learned podcast, host Shiva D. and guest Jason Lange will explore the depths of men's mental health, consciousness, and somatic healing. Jason shares his transformative journey and offers powerful insights into overcoming loneliness and building meaningful connections. This episode is packed with wisdom and practical advice to help you better understand and navigate your inner world.



Summary
Jason Lange discusses the transformative impact of somatic work, consciousness, and community on men's mental health. Learn how to overcome loneliness and build emotional resilience with practical insights from Jason's journey.



Key Takeaways
1. Embrace Emotions: Turning towards your emotions rather than resisting them can lead to profound healing and transformation.
2. Value Community: Building strong, supportive communities is crucial for men's mental health and emotional well-being.
3. Somatic Practices: Incorporating somatic work into daily routines can help release stored tension and trauma, leading to a more connected and fulfilling life.





Noteworthy Quotes
1. Shiva Dhanasekar (00:45:27): "Our relationship to ourselves evokes how other people relate to us. If we carry a certain view of ourselves, we bring that into every interaction."
2. Jason Lange (00:50:18): "These energies exist outside of human beings. The deep desert evokes a certain kind of energy, while the rainforest evokes another. Understanding these energies helps us navigate life."
3. Shiva Dhanasekar (01:04:21): "Being present in the moment, taking the full experience of today because yesterday's already gone and tomorrow's not guaranteed. The only thing you can truly embrace is the now."



Names, Materials, and Info Dropped in this Ep.
• Ken Wilber - An American philosopher mentioned as a significant influence mentioned at (04:41 - 05:37)
• David Deida - Author of "Way of the Superior Man"- Mentioned as a significant work influencing thoughts on masculinity and feminine energy. (35:19 - 36:35)
• Shinzen Young - Meditation teacher mentioned at (01:00:00 - 01:00:59)




Timestamps
00:00:00 - Introduction
00:02:11 - Jason's Personal Journey
00:06:37 - Discovering Somatic Work
00:12:45 - Turning Towards Emotions
00:21:53 - Importance of Community
(00:33:23) - Effects of Isolation
00:45:27 - Relationship to Self
01:04:21 - Final Insights and Wisdom

Jason Lange's Info:


Jason is a men's embodiment coach, group facilitator, and evolutionary guide.

https://evolutionary.men/



Shiva D.'s Info:

Podcast Link Page: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.solo.to/shivadhana⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠
Instagram: @shivadhana
Email: ⁠⁠⁠shivadhana@dhanastudios.com
⁠⁠⁠Click Here for My YouTube Channel⁠⁠⁠

Click Here to Review Me on Apple⁠⁠⁠

Click Here for Show Notes, Tips & More Share a link to my podcast

Thank you so much for listening, and I hope this time you invested with me provided you with fruitful returns. Remember Friends,

"You either learn from or you're learned from!"


- Shiva D.

---

Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/shivadhana/message


---

Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/shivadhana/message

Here is a draft of a short podcast description with show notes for the episode:

"Join host Shiva Dhanasekar for a thought-provoking discussion on the power of lifelong learning as he welcomes renowned author and scholar Dr. Sarah Smith. In this episode, Shiva and Dr. Smith dive into the importance of cultivating a growth mindset and how a commitment to continuous self-improvement can impact every aspect of our lives. From careers to relationships, they explore how each new experience is an opportunity to expand our knowledge and abilities. Don't miss this insightful conversation on maximizing your potential and making the most of each day through a dedication to learning. Tune in to hear Shiva and his special guest share hard-won lessons on the rewards of a curious mindset and never stopping to expand your horizons."



Summary

Here is a two sentence summary of the key points from the episode:Shiva Dhanasekar provided updates on the growth of the "Learn or Be Learned" podcast including new team members to increase consistency, plans to post twice weekly with guest episodes on Tuesdays and topics shows on Thursdays, and goals to connect with bigger guests and expand valuable content for listeners. Listeners were encouraged to share feedback and support the podcast through reviews as Shiva looks forward to the next chapter of connecting with more people on their learning journeys.



Key Takeaways


Committing to consistent self-improvement and learning can help you navigate life's challenges and opportunities, from your 20s through every decade.
Surrounding yourself with a community of like-minded individuals who support personal and professional growth can enhance your own learning journey.
Taking the time each day to expand your knowledge and thinking through podcasts, books and meaningful discussions can help you maximize your potential and make the most of your limited time.



Noteworthy Quotes


"Time is our most precious commodity, even more than money." - Shiva Dhanasekar [0:00:29]
"I couldn't ask for anything more. So whatever value I can provide, always feel free to reach out to me let me know what you think what I could do better what you love anything, just feel free to reach out." - Shiva Dhanasekar [0:06:30]
"The goal of this show is to produce as much value for you all as they can and share my journey of learning over the course of this human experience of mine." - Shiva Dhanasekar [0:07:50]



Materials, LBL Episodes, and People Referenced: 

None.



Timestamps

00:00:00 - Introduction 00:00:29 - Gratitude00:02:15 - Consistency 00:04:00 - Bigger guests00:05:30 - Feedback00:06:50 - Future plans



My Information

Podcast Link Page: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.solo.to/shivadhana⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@shivadhana⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Email | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠shivadhana@dhanastudios.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Click Here for My YouTube Channel⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Click Here to Review Me on Apple⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Click Here for Show Notes, Tips & More⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Share a link to my podcast⁠⁠⁠⁠

⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Thank you so much for listening, and I hope this time you invested with me provided you with fruitful returns. Remember Friends,

"You either learn from or you're learned from!"

-Shiva D.


---

Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/shivadhana/message

In this fascinating episode of the Learn or Be Learned podcast, host Shiva Dhanasekar sits down with guest Alan Lazarus to discuss his transformational journey of overcoming adversity and unlocking his fullest potential. After experiencing a near-fatal car accident that served as a wake-up call, Alan made significant lifestyle changes and mindset shifts that took him from financial struggles and excessive partying to discovering his true calling and purpose. Through insightful stories and vulnerable reflections on topics like developing self-belief, facing fears, and aligning with one's passions, Alan shares hard-earned lessons on transforming life challenges into opportunities for growth. Listeners will gain profound insights on achieving success from the inside-out and avoiding regrets, as Alan gets real about the realities of success rarely discussed. This episode provides thought-provoking perspectives sure to inspire personal growth and change in any listener seeking to fulfill their potential.



Summary

Alan Lazarus shares his transformational journey of overcoming adversity through personal growth and self-reflection after a near-fatal car accident, discussing how he discovered his true calling, developed self-belief by facing fears and weaknesses, learned hard truths about defining success internally rather than externally, and now helps others unlock their fullest potential through mindset shifts and aligning with their passions.



Key Takeaways

The 3 key takeaways from this episode are:


Developing self-belief through small wins and facing fears/weaknesses in order to set achievable goals and work towards your highest potential.
Prioritizing personal growth, well-being, and aligning with your true calling/purpose over external achievements in order to find true fulfillment.
Gaining a more honest perspective on defining success internally rather than comparing to others to avoid regrets and ensure your life aligns with your values.



Noteworthy Quotes


"I believe your thoughts produce your beliefs, your beliefs produce your actions, actions produce competency, and then you have confidence and then you level up to the next one, you go, okay, can I do that next level four goals, and you keep going." - Shiva Dhanasekar [0:22:02]
"You cannot see the stars during the day. They're always there. But sometimes it takes the darkness to see clearly that which you simply could not within the light." - Alan Lazarus [0:13:08]
"Fulfillment is a byproduct of the souls recognition of alignment with its highest calling meaning if you're fulfilled, you are in alignment. You're in alignment with your core values. You're in alignment with your goals. You're in alignment with who you're meant to be." - Alan Lazarus [0:22:02]



Materials, LBL Episodes, and People Referenced: 


Tony Robbins (TED talk mentioned at [0:14:10])
Ronnie Kerr (author of the book "The Top Five Regrets of the Dying" mentioned at [0:14:10])
John Maxwell (author of the book "The 15 Invaluable Laws of Growth" mentioned when discussing at [0:51:13])



Timestamps

00:00:00 - Wakeup0:13:08 - Regrets 0:14:10 - Transformation0:22:02 - Fulfillment0:28:04 - Weaknesses0:37:48 - Strengths0:43:12 - Ego0:49:29 - Darkness



Alan's Info: 

Alan's Coaching Website



My Information

Podcast Link Page: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.solo.to/shivadhana⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@shivadhana⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Email | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠shivadhana@dhanastudios.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Click Here for My YouTube Channel⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Click Here to Review Me on Apple⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Click Here for Show Notes, Tips & More⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Share a link to my podcast⁠⁠⁠

⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Thank you so much for listening, and I hope this time you investe

Join Shiva D. as he shares how he unlocked his true learning potential. Discover his strategies for identifying your unique style and thriving beyond standardized tests.



Summary

This episode explores the importance of understanding different learning styles and how recognizing that you are an auditory learner helped Shiva overcome struggles with reading comprehension. Shiva shares tips for identifying your preferred learning style and adapting your approach to maximize your strengths and potential.



Key Takeaways


We all have different preferred learning styles - auditory, visual or kinesthetic - and it's important to identify your natural strengths to optimize how you learn.
Don't judge your intelligence based on weaknesses in areas that may not align with your style, like an auditory learner struggling with reading textbooks.
Experiment with different study methods that incorporate your strongest style, like using audio books and notes for auditory learners, to achieve better comprehension and retention of information.



Noteworthy Quotes


"Everybody is a genius. But if you judge a fish by its ability to climb a tree, it will live it's whole life believing that it's stupid." - Albert Einstein (timestamp 0:07:51)
"Don't judge yourself by your ability to climb the tree. That's, I think, a big takeaway here. I think many of us do it. Because we are even in our education system. We're indoctrinated to follow a certain set of systems without freedom of expression, or ability to question right?" - Shiva Dhanasekar (timestamp 0:08:51)
"I think there's a lot of merit into what I'm speaking about, I think it's very important topic. And I think understanding what kind of learner you are, will make all the difference." - Shiva Dhanasekar (timestamp 0:08:51)



Names, Materials, and Info Dropped in this Ep.


Tony Robbins - referred to in relation to learning styles and his conferences discussing the topic
Albert Einstein - in reference to the quote "Everybody is a genius."



Timestamps

00:00:00 - Introduction 0:07:51 - Reading struggles0:08:51 - Learning styles 0:11:01 - Identifying strengths0:13:51 - Playing to strengths



My Information

⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Podcast Link Page⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram @shivadhana⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Email | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠shivadhanasekar@gmail.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn for Summaries⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube Channel⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Apple Reviews⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Share a link to my podcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Thank you so much for listening, and I hope this time you invested with me provided you with fruitful returns. 



Remember Friends,

"You either learn from or you're learned from!"

-Shiva D.


---

Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/shivadhana/message

WE DID IT! Episode 100 is out. On this insightful episode of the Learn or Be Learned podcast, host Shiva Dhanasekar sits down with natural bodybuilder Justin Groth to discuss his transformational journey from overcoming body issues to champion athlete status. Listeners will gain profound insights as Justin shares how developing an unwavering mindset through discipline and action helped him reach his potential despite facing limitations.



Summary

Justin Groth discusses his transformation from struggling with body image issues to becoming a natural bodybuilding champion through developing an unwavering mindset and belief in himself, sharing how he overcame limitations to help others improve their lives using fitness, nutrition, and cultivating mental strength. Listeners will gain valuable insights on embracing personal growth through discipline, accountability, cutting toxic relationships, and living up to one's full potential regardless of the demons tempting you to quit.



Key Takeaways


Develop an unwavering belief system in yourself and your potential through consistent action, and solidify it to overcome negative thoughts and doubts holding you back.
Take personal accountability for your growth and goals by setting your own high standards alone through discipline, rather than relying on others for motivation.
Continuously improve yourself through physical fitness, nutrition, and solo self-reflection to cultivate mental strength and cut relationships that drag you down instead of inspiring you higher.



Noteworthy Quotes


"Life is hard for one of two reasons. You're either trying to get out of your comfort zone, or you're staying in it." - Shiva Dhanasekar [0:15:39]
"The only way to get better is to you're gonna look bad at the beginning. I mean, that's just the natural course of action in anything weightlifting. Starting something. I mean, you have a podcast that has like, 250 episodes, I'm sure you know what I'm talking about when you started. You got that? It's almost like you just gotta jump. You just close your eyes. And just press publish, you just jump and you don't look back." - Shiva Dhanasekar [0:15:39]
"You can't stop. If you believe yourself to be something and you believe that it's you're equipped to handle something in that of magnitude in the future, they you're going to be at a certain level in life and whatever, you just can't stop." - Justin Groth [1:00:50]



Materials, LBL Episodes, and People Referenced: 


Patrick David - An entrepreneur mentioned who made a commitment to follow through with anything he said he would do.
David Goggins - Known for his mental strength and pushing himself physically to his limits.
Atomic Habits by James Clear - Book referenced that discusses identities and the power of language.



Timestamps

Introduction - (0:00:00)Limiting Beliefs Examined - (0:00:39) Business Growth Story - (0:02:29)Mindset Hindrances Explored - (0:07:02) Fitness and Nutrition Prioritized - (0:11:20)India Transformation Discussed - (0:15:04)Devil's Temptations Analyzed - (0:22:32) Mental Strength Defined - (0:25:09)Toxic Relationships Considered - (0:28:12)Personal Accountability Stressed - (0:35:37)Motivation Myths Debunked - (0:50:40) Potential Realized Relentlessly - (1:00:50)



Justin's Info: 

Justin's Website



My Information

Podcast Link Page: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.solo.to/shivadhana⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@shivadhana⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Email | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠shivadhana@dhanastudios.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Click Here for My YouTube Channel⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Click Here to Review Me on Apple⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Click Here for Show Notes, Tips & More⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Share a link to my podcast⁠⁠

⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Thank you so much for listening, and I hope this time you invested with me provided y

Tune in to hear Shiva Dhana dive deeply into his perspective on using empathy, active listening, and subtle social skills to form powerful connections with others, sharing fascinating stories from his own experiences that are sure to provide valuable lessons on how to build trust and unlock new opportunities.



Summary

In this insightful episode, Shiva Dhana discusses the importance of building genuine rapport and trust with others through empathy, active listening and remembering small details like names. He shares how these subtle social skills have allowed him to form deep connections and even enter exclusive circles. Listeners will walk away with practical strategies for positively influencing how people perceive and respond to them in both their personal and professional lives.



Key Takeaways


The power of empathy, curiosity, and genuine interest in others - By focusing the conversation on the other person and what interests them, you can form stronger bonds and make them feel valued.
Simple acts like smiling, remembering names, and active listening go a long way - These subtle social cues signal friendliness and boost rapport.
Connections are about how you make people feel, not just what you say - Prioritizing others' emotions through empathy and positivity can help you achieve more success in both relationships and career opportunities.



Noteworthy Quotes

"People don't actually remember what's being said in a conversation, they will only remember how you made them feel." - Shiva Dhanasekar [0:07:05]


This quote emphasizes that genuine connections are built more through empathy and positive emotions than just information exchange.

"It's about how you make somebody feel in the interaction more so than what's being said." - Shiva Dhanasekar [0:07:05]


Dhanasekar reiterates here the importance of prioritizing others' feelings over superficial conversation content.

"I've noticed that ability for people just to feel comfortable and share not just information, but I've also had people give me, you know how it is in your 20s you're trying to make a financially, it's difficult. And you're struggling, you're trying especially for any of you out there that are risk takers, or entrepreneurs or business-minded folks, you know, that finances can always be a tight stretch in this room." - Shiva Dhanasekar [0:00:29-0:01:00]


This quote provides an example of how Dhanasekar's ability to connect with others through empathy has opened doors for him both personally and professionally.



Names, Materials, and Info Dropped in this Ep.

People Mentioned: 


Dale Carnegie - Author of the book "How to Win Friends and Influence People" which was referenced multiple times in the episode.
Jay Shetty - Modern thought leader whose book "Think Like a Monk" was referenced as also discussing the importance of not criticizing or complaining.
Joe Rogan - Popular podcast host who was mentioned as endorsing the supplement brand Magic Mind.



MAGIC MIND SPONSOR

⁠⁠www.magicmind.com/belearned⁠⁠

CODE: BELEARNED20



Timestamps

(00:00:00) - Introduction

(0:00:29) - Deep Connections

(0:07:05) - Prioritizing Emotions 

(0:17:06) - Forming Bonds

(0:18:41) - Final Thoughts



My Information

⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Podcast Link Page⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram @shivadhana⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Email | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠shivadhanasekar@gmail.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn for Summaries⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube Channel⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Apple Reviews⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Share a link to my podcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠