The Mind Shift with Sridhar

Sridhar Krishnamurti

The Mind Shift with Sridhar Krishnamurti explores how to break through the limits you didn’t know you had. Each episode features real stories of transformation, people who’ve overcome obstacles, redefined what’s possible, and created lasting change through the power of their mind. From ending addictions and healing health issues to building businesses and transforming relationships, discover the mind shifts that lead to a life beyond limits, and how you can create your own.

  1. Jul 21

    Questioning Limiting Beliefs with Brian Burgess | The Mind Shift

    Brian Burgess: The beliefs that quietly shape your lifeMany of us live according to stories we've believed for years without ever questioning whether they're actually true.In this episode of The Mind Shift Podcast, Sridhar sits down with long-time Mind Shift participant Brian Burgess to explore how challenging deeply held beliefs can transform every area of life, from confidence and relationships to business success and personal fulfilment.Brian shares his own journey over the past decade, including overcoming a fear of public speaking, healing the way he viewed his father, achieving goals he once thought were out of reach, and discovering what it really means to live authentically.This is an honest conversation about courage, self-awareness and the surprising freedom that comes from questioning the stories you've been telling yourself.Episode highlights 01:45 Question the beliefs that shape your life08:15 Looking back at ten years of transformation14:45 The moment Brian saw his father differently19:40 Clarity creates momentumIn this episode, we discuss:Why our limiting beliefs often produce the exact opposite of what they're are trying to protect us fromHow to recognise when a belief is quietly controlling your decisionsBrian's breakthrough with public speaking and overcoming fear of judgementThe simple questions that help challenge unhelpful beliefsWhat it feels like to reconnect with your authentic selfWhy personal growth often happens so gradually that you don't notice itLooking back over ten years of transformation and recognising real progressHealing old family stories by seeing people through a different lensHow clarity, intention and writing down your goals can shape your futureWhy courage is often simply saying "yes" to opportunities before you feel readyKey takeawaysOur beliefs aren't facts.Many of the thoughts we accept as true are simply stories we've carried from past experiences. When we stop and question them, they often lose their power.Fear usually points to a belief, not reality.Whether it's public speaking, relationships or stepping into leadership, the uncomfortable feeling often comes from believing something that simply isn't true.Authenticity isn't something you create.It's what naturally appears when limiting beliefs stop running the show.Transformation happens one belief at a time.Looking back over a decade, Brian realised his life had changed dramatically, even though the day-to-day progress often felt invisible.The stories we tell ourselves about other people can change too.One of Brian's biggest breakthroughs came from seeing his father differently, replacing years of resentment with understanding, compassion and connection.Clarity creates momentum.Writing down meaningful goals and staying connected to them can open doors in ways you never expected, even when you don't yet know how they'll happen.About Brian BurgessBrian Burgess has spent more than a decade applying the principles of The Mind Shift in both his personal and professional life.During that time, he has grown a successful boutique insurance business, stepped into international leadership roles, travelled extensively and continued challenging the beliefs that once held him back.His story is a reminder that meaningful change rarely happens overnight, but consistent inner work can completely reshape the direction of your life.Ready to begin your own Mind Shift?If Brian's story resonates with you, perhaps it's time to question the beliefs that have been shaping your own life.Sometimes the biggest breakthrough begins with a single question:Is this belief actually true?Listen to the full episode of The Mind Shift now.If this episode resonated, subscribe to the podcast so you don’t miss future conversations on awakening, fulfilment, and living authentically.

  2. Jun 16

    Nathan Miglani: From relentless drive to a life of purpose and fulfilment

    Success doesn't always bring the happiness we expect. In this episode of The Mind Shift Podcast, Sridhar sits down with mortgage adviser and business leader Nathan Miglani to explore what happened after achieving the financial success he had spent years working towards. Nathan shares how relentless drive helped him build a successful career, but also left him questioning why he still wasn't fulfilled. Through greater self-awareness and a willingness to challenge the stories that had been driving him, he discovered a very different way to approach work, relationships and life. This is an honest conversation about awareness, values and finding success that feels meaningful, not just impressive. Episode highlights  01:20 Why awareness is the foundation for lasting change 06:30 The hidden story that fuelled years of relentless achievement 15:30 Redefining success through values, relationships and purpose 25:55 Where to begin if you want to live a life without limits In this episode, we talk about Why achieving financial success doesn't always lead to fulfilment. The difference between being driven and being inspired. How hidden stories can influence our decisions without us realising. Why awareness is one of the most powerful tools for personal growth. The importance of understanding your values and what truly matters. How better communication strengthens relationships at work and home. Making decisions from clarity instead of fear. Moving from transactional relationships to genuine connection. How Nathan transformed the way he leads his business and supports his clients. Practical advice for anyone wanting to begin their own Mind Shift journey. Key takeaways Awareness changes everything. Real transformation begins when you slow down and honestly ask yourself where you're coming from, where you're going, and whether the life you're building is truly making you happy. Success without fulfilment leaves you searching. Nathan achieved financial milestones that once seemed impossible, only to realise they didn't bring the lasting happiness he expected. Our stories shape our lives. The beliefs we carry, often without realising it, influence our decisions, behaviours and relationships. When we uncover those stories, we create the opportunity to choose a different path. Your values should guide your decisions. Rather than allowing career or financial success to define his life, Nathan learned to prioritise his relationships, family and sense of purpose. Real leadership starts with self-awareness. The way we lead others changes when we stop operating from fear and begin making decisions from clarity, honesty and genuine care. Sometimes the most important work is taking time to think. Creating space to reflect can reveal what's really driving your decisions and help you build a life that's aligned with what matters most. About Nathan Nathan Miglani  is a highly respected mortgage adviser and business leader who has built one of New Zealand's leading mortgage businesses. Having experienced significant professional success, Nathan realised that achievement alone wasn't enough. His journey through The Mind Shift helped him uncover the hidden beliefs driving his relentless pursuit of success and redefine what fulfilment truly means. Today, he brings greater awareness, authenticity and clarity to his leadership, his relationships and the way he supports his clients. Ready to begin your own Mind Shift? If Nathan's story resonates with you, perhaps it's time to pause and ask yourself a simple question: Are you building the life you truly want, or simply chasing the next achievement? If you're ready to explore that question more deeply, discover the Mind Shift Community and connect with others committed to living a life without limits. Listen to the full episode of The Mind Shift now. If this episode resonated, subscribe to the podcast so you don’t miss future conversations on awakening, fulfilment, and living authentically.

  3. Apr 29

    Keith Barrett – From Self-Doubt to Clarity and True Momentum

    In this episode of The Mind Shift, I sit down with Keith Barrett, someone who has spent years operating at a high level across journalism, publishing, and public relations, working directly with CEOs and leading organisations.On the surface, Keith’s story looks like success. But what unfolds in this conversation is something much deeper. It is about the quiet beliefs that sit underneath achievement, and how they can shape the life you experience without you even realising it. Keith opens up about a challenging period in his business, where decisions did not go to plan and the pressure began to build. What became clear was that the real limitation was not external. It was internal.This episode explores what happens when you stop trying to fix the outside world and instead turn your attention inward. When you begin to question what you believe about yourself, everything starts to shift.We talk about:What imposter syndrome really is and why it runs deeper than most people think
How hidden beliefs formed early in life can quietly control your decisions
Why success does not remove self-doubt, and often masks it
The moment of asking for help, and why that changed everything
What it actually takes to face yourself and move through internal resistance
How shifting your thinking changes the way you show up in business and life
Moving from short-term survival to long-term clarity and vision
Why success becomes easier when you stop operating from fear
The difference between working hard and working from alignment
How understanding who you are unlocks everything elseThis is a conversation about awareness, courage, and what becomes possible when you let go of the beliefs that were never true to begin with.

  4. Mar 24

    PJ Madam – Self Responsibility, Letting Go of the Story, and Living Without Limits

    In this episode of The Mind Shift, I reconnect with PJ Madam, someone I have known and worked with for over a decade. Many will recognise PJ from her work across television, journalism, and international productions, but what unfolds in this conversation goes far beyond career success.We explore what happens when you stop living from the story in your head and start taking responsibility for your thoughts. PJ shares how relationship challenges became the doorway to deeper self awareness, and how questioning her own thinking changed the way she approaches life, work, and family.What becomes clear is that freedom does not come from changing other people. It comes from understanding how we create our own suffering and choosing a different way to see things. When that shift happens, conflict softens, relationships change, and life begins to feel lighter and more expansive. We talk aboutTaking self responsibility for your thoughts and emotionsWhy saying something happened to me keeps us stuckLetting go of the need to be right and choosing to be happyHow stories shape relationships and create unnecessary conflictRaising children with awareness and emotional understandingSuccess through inspiration rather than struggleChoosing which thoughts to believe and creating real freedomThis is a conversation about courage, self responsibility, and the possibility that comes when we stop blaming and start looking within.

  5. 12/24/2025

    Six Insights for a Life Without Limits From my Personal Experiences | The Mind Shift

    This is not your typical goal setting episode.Sridhar sits down alone to share the six most important insights from over 30 years of personal transformation work. These are the principles that took him from homeless and addicted to living a life without limits.No fluff. No hype. Just the truth about what actually creates lasting change.The episode begins with Sridhar's origin story. The moment he arrived in Seattle with nothing. Homeless, broke, internally bankrupt. Standing on a street corner, catching a glimpse of the Space Needle, and hearing a quiet voice cut through all the despair: "There's an infinite potential for your life. You're meant to be up there, not down here."That moment changed everything. Because in that instant, he saw all the possible paths his life could take. And he knew any of them were available to him.From that moment forward, Sridhar has been testing and proving what's actually possible when you understand how life works.This episode breaks down the six insights that make the difference between staying stuck and living without limits:1. Anything is possible for youNot as a feel good slogan. As a lived reality. But it takes certain ingredients to realise what's possible.2. Live your own truthMost people are living someone else's version of success. They're chasing what they think they should want instead of what they actually want.3. Seek fulfilment over successSuccess without fulfilment is empty. When you pursue what truly fulfils you, success follows naturally.4. Ask for help and stay openNobody achieves anything alone. The willingness to ask for help and remain open to learning accelerates everything.5. Life is happening for you, not to usWhen you shift your perception from victim to creator, everything changes. Every obstacle becomes an opportunity.6. Commit wholeheartedly and have courageThe pathway of commitment and courage opens all doors. Fear stops most people. Courage keeps you moving when things don't work out.Sridhar reminds us that failure just means something didn't work out. Keep going and it will. Most fears never come true. And even when they do, you're still okay.This is the work. This is what creates a life without limits.

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The Mind Shift with Sridhar Krishnamurti explores how to break through the limits you didn’t know you had. Each episode features real stories of transformation, people who’ve overcome obstacles, redefined what’s possible, and created lasting change through the power of their mind. From ending addictions and healing health issues to building businesses and transforming relationships, discover the mind shifts that lead to a life beyond limits, and how you can create your own.