"Spirit of Gratitude" Podcast hosted by YoggNation

Yogesh Patel
  • 5.0 (5)
  • Mental Health
  • Updated Weekly

What if how you see adversity is what holds you back?Welcome to The Spirit of Gratitude, where we explore how to turn stress into strength and pain into purpose. Every week, you’ll hear real stories of resilience — from people who’ve faced the hard stuff and found a way through it.Because resilience isn’t about avoiding pain. It’s about reframing it.Gratitude isn’t just a feeling — it’s grit. It’s survival.Yeah, life sucks sometimes. No filters, no fake positivity. But that’s where gratitude shows up; not to fix everything, but to help you see it differently. It’s how the heavy stuff turns into fuel, and stress turns into strength. This is where our dialogue sparks in this podcast.Watch or listen on YouTube, Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, and LinkedIn — all @YoggNation.Subscribe now and start seeing adversity differently.

  1. 3d ago

    Winning Isn’t the Goal — Here’s What Great Coaches Teach

    Championship teams are built long before they ever step onto the field. Coach Mike Candrea, one of the most accomplished leaders in Division I sports and a longtime force behind University of Arizona softball and Team USA, shares what it really takes to build a championship culture. From an elbow injury that changed his career to growing softball into a nationally recognized sport, Coach Candrea explains why relationships, trust, character, and consistency matter most. He also opens up about mental health in youth sports, social media pressure, failure, grief, faith, and finding balance beyond winning. 🧠 What you will learn: How trust and relationships build stronger teamsWhy culture starts with character and accountabilityHow to handle pressure and control the controllablesWhy failing forward builds resilience🔑 Key takeaways: Coach the person first, then the athleteFocus on what you can controlStrong cultures make tough conversations easierSuccess is about growth, balance, and impactListen now to Coach Mike Candrea on leadership, coaching, resilience, and building championship teams. Watch on YouTube or subscribe to YoggNation’s Spirit of Gratitude podcast for more conversations that turn real experiences into practical lessons for growth.

    Winning Isn’t the Goal — Here’s What Great Coaches Teach

  2. Sep 8

    What Do Difficult Times Teach Us About Leadership?

    What happens when a company goes from rapid growth to survival mode, and how do leaders keep people together when everything is uncertain? Tom shares lessons from navigating a major dot-com era collapse, including difficult decisions around layoffs, crisis communication, company culture, and rebuilding trust. He explains why honest leadership matters most when the news is difficult, and how the same principles of resilience and accountability apply to your career, team, and everyday life. 🧠 What you will learn: How leaders can communicate clearly during layoffs and major business challengesWhy transparency, respect, and strong support can protect company cultureHow 90-day goals and consistent habits build confidence and momentumWhich skills will matter most as AI continues changing the workplace 🔑 Key takeaways: Hard decisions become easier to navigate when leaders communicate with honesty and empathyCareer resilience comes from building skills before you need themAI may change jobs, but reasoning, creativity, ethics, and people skills remain valuableTrust is built through consistent actions, especially during difficult moments Listen now to Tom’s perspective on crisis management, leadership, company culture, career resilience, and the future of work. Watch on YouTube or subscribe to YoggNation’s Spirit of Gratitude podcast for more conversations that turn real-world challenges into practical lessons for growth.

    What Do Difficult Times Teach Us About Leadership?

  3. Sep 1

    Addiction Makes Sense. So How Do You Move Forward?

    Addiction is often reduced to a lack of willpower, but the story becomes more complicated when you look at the environment surrounding it.  Nutrition and addiction behavior researcher Adam Sud shares his journey from drug use, depression, and chronic illness to rebuilding his life and understanding addiction through a more compassionate lens. Adam explains why shame rarely creates lasting change, how vulnerability and personal agency support recovery, and why treatment needs to address the life someone is returning to, not only the substance they are trying to avoid. 🧠 What you will learn: Why addiction can develop as a response to painful environmentsHow shame, isolation, and lack of direction can affect recoveryWhy abstinence alone may not create lasting changeHow environment design can reduce reliance on willpowerHow gratitude can help shift your focus during difficult moments🔑 Key takeaways: Recovery involves building a life worth staying present forFeeling supported and believed can make change more possibleYour environment can either reinforce harmful patterns or support healthier onesSmall, intentional changes can help rebuild confidence and agencyListen now to Adam Sud’s honest conversation about addiction, recovery, resilience, and creating an environment that supports change. Watch on YouTube or subscribe to YoggNation’s Spirit of Gratitude podcast for more conversations that turn difficult experiences into practical tools for growth

    Addiction Makes Sense. So How Do You Move Forward?

  4. Aug 25

    The Power of Kindness in an Age of Anger and Social Media

    Being called “ugly” can stay with a child long after the words are spoken. Angela Garcia, mother and founder of the UGLI Foundation, is turning that hurtful word into a message of confidence by redefining UGLI as Unique, Gifted, Loved, and Individual. Angela shares how bullying and cyberbullying affect children today, why kids need trusted adults and supportive peers, and how UGLI school clubs encourage students to become upstanders instead of bystanders. 🧠 What you will learn: How to recognize when teasing crosses the line into bullyingWhy cyberbullying can be harder for kids to escapeHow students can safely stand up for their peersWays parents can create healthier boundaries around phones and social media🔑 Key takeaways: Words can shape how children see themselvesOne trusted adult can make a lasting differencePeer support can help create a stronger school cultureConfidence grows when kids feel seen, valued, and acceptedListen now to Angela Garcia’s powerful conversation on bullying prevention, cyberbullying, parenting, and building self-worth. Watch on YouTube or subscribe to YoggNation’s Spirit of Gratitude podcast for more conversations that turn difficult experiences into practical lessons for resilience and growth.

    The Power of Kindness in an Age of Anger and Social Media

  5. Aug 18

    What Does Space Teach Us About Appreciating Everyday Life?

    What happens when you see Earth from space and realize every person you love is living on one small planet? Col. Edward "Mike" Fincke, NASA astronaut, shares what he learned from four space missions, nine spacewalks, and 549 days in zero gravity. From seeing the Milky Way without atmospheric distortion to looking back at Earth from 17,500 miles per hour, Mike explains how space changed his perspective on gratitude, teamwork, responsibility, and what truly matters. 🧠 What you will learn: What astronauts experience during a spacewalk and while living in orbitWhy seeing Earth from space creates a deeper sense of gratitudeHow astronauts manage uncertainty, mistakes, pressure, and mental healthWhat teamwork and international cooperation teach us about leadership🔑 Key takeaways: Perspective can change what you consider importantGratitude extends beyond Earth to the people who make exploration possibleConfidence grows through preparation, teamwork, and encouragementLooking at Earth as one shared home can change how we see each otherListen now to Col. Edward "Mike" Fincke’s incredible perspective on space, gratitude, leadership, and the bigger picture. Watch on YouTube or subscribe to YoggNation’s Spirit of Gratitude podcast for more conversations that turn extraordinary experiences into lessons you can use in everyday life.

    What Does Space Teach Us About Appreciating Everyday Life?

  6. Aug 11

    Being Strict Isn’t Enough — Here’s How Teachers Build Trust

    What if a strict classroom could actually make students feel safer, supported, and more motivated to learn? Mr. Roberto Hernandez shares a practical look at classroom management, student motivation, bullying prevention, and teen mental health. From setting clear expectations to using small moments of connection, he explains how structure, trust, and consistency can help students feel seen and supported. 🧠 What you will learn:  How clear boundaries can create a healthier classroom culture  How to recognize the difference between teasing and bullying  Why students speaking up can help prevent bullying and cyberbullying  How schools can support students facing mental health challenges 🔑 Key takeaways:  Structure works best when students also feel respected and understood  Small acts of connection can have a lasting impact on student well-being  Strong school communities give students a better chance to ask for help Listen now to Mr. Hernandez’s insights on education, bullying prevention, student motivation, and mental health. Watch on YouTube or subscribe to YoggNation’s Spirit of Gratitude podcast for more conversations that turn real-life experiences into practical lessons for growth and resilience.

    Being Strict Isn’t Enough — Here’s How Teachers Build Trust

  7. Aug 4

    The Reality of Becoming a Successful Actor, With Kareem Grimes

    What if success is built by the work no one sees? Kareem Grimes shares the reality behind a lasting acting career, from side jobs and rejection to finding breakthrough opportunities and staying grounded through it all. Best known for playing Preach on All American, Kareem explains why consistency, gratitude, and showing up every day matter more than chasing overnight success. 🧠 What you will learn:  How consistency and daily habits create long-term success  Why taking side jobs can support your bigger goals  Lessons on resilience, patience, and perseverance from the entertainment industry  Practical ways to manage stress, shift your mindset, and stay motivated 🔑 Key takeaways:  Success is built through small, consistent actions over time  Staying humble and grateful keeps you moving through setbacks  The way you treat people can leave a lasting impact Listen now to Kareem Grimes' inspiring perspective on perseverance, gratitude, and building a meaningful career. Watch on YouTube or subscribe to YoggNation's Spirit of Gratitude podcast for more conversations that turn life's challenges into practical lessons for growth.

    The Reality of Becoming a Successful Actor, With Kareem Grimes

  8. Jul 28

    Why Gratitude Matters Most When Life Falls Apart

    What if gratitude isn't a feeling, but a framework for getting through life's hardest moments? Chris Carls and Melissa from Cirrus Visual join us for a behind-the-scenes look at the rebrand of YoggNation's Spirit of Gratitude. Together, we explore how a podcast's message, identity, and visuals can reflect a deeper purpose, showing that gratitude is built through awareness, resilience, courage, appreciation, and humility. 🧠 What you will learn:  How strong branding creates trust and builds meaningful communities  Why authentic storytelling helps people connect through shared challenges  The five pillars that shape the Spirit of Gratitude mindset  How visual identity influences first impressions and audience connection 🔑 Key takeaways:  A meaningful brand starts with a clear purpose and authentic values  Gratitude is a daily practice that helps turn stress into strength  Stories have the power to inspire growth, resilience, and connection Listen now for a behind-the-scenes conversation on branding, gratitude, and building a mission that truly reflects your values. Watch on YouTube or subscribe to YoggNation's Spirit of Gratitude podcast for more conversations that turn life experiences into practical tools for growth.

    Why Gratitude Matters Most When Life Falls Apart
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What if how you see adversity is what holds you back?Welcome to The Spirit of Gratitude, where we explore how to turn stress into strength and pain into purpose. Every week, you’ll hear real stories of resilience — from people who’ve faced the hard stuff and found a way through it.Because resilience isn’t about avoiding pain. It’s about reframing it.Gratitude isn’t just a feeling — it’s grit. It’s survival.Yeah, life sucks sometimes. No filters, no fake positivity. But that’s where gratitude shows up; not to fix everything, but to help you see it differently. It’s how the heavy stuff turns into fuel, and stress turns into strength. This is where our dialogue sparks in this podcast.Watch or listen on YouTube, Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, and LinkedIn — all @YoggNation.Subscribe now and start seeing adversity differently.

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