Ananya Ampersand is a space celebrating diversity. This is the guide and the permission I wished I had had to embrace often opposing qualities that we so often are told don’t mix: such as science & spirituality and being British & Indian. NFA is a celebration of all that we are and all that we want to be through intuitive actions and mindful inclusivity.
What it really takes to cultivate a global beauty brand with Pavan Ahluwalia-Dhanjal BEM
In this episode, we talk about her evolution as a beauty brand since then. It’s such an inspiring episode for anyone wanting to cultivate a brand and business as Pavan talks about the real highs and lows.
Listen to hear us discuss:
The significance of henna in Asian culture
Pavan’s rituals to stay grounded and focused
Importance of creating your own opportunities and how Pavan pitched to do henna on Eastenders
The rejections Pavan faced along the way before she was able to launch in Selfridges
Bringing henna into the mainstream beauty industry
Learning to validate yourself and cultivating self-belief in yourself
Pavan can be found over on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/pavanbeauty/?hl=en) and Pavan Henna here (https://www.instagram.com/pavanhennabar/?hl=en).
31 Aug 2023
Navigating the nuances in chronic illness and cultural identity with Jenny Jay
In this episode, you’ll hear Jenny’s talk about:
Her experiences identifying as both South Asian and also Tamil and the layers that come with
Raising awareness of multiple sclerosis (MS), particularly in the South Asian community
Her own experiences navigating an MS diagnosis and how that’s changed in the last 18 months
The role her intuition played along her journey navigating chronic illness
Connect with Jenny: @justaskjenny, @thedoublejaycollective
Connect with Ananya: @ananyaampersand
28 Jul 2023
Using your intuition to navigate cultural identity and dating as a South Asian Woman
In this episode, we’re joined by Nishi Singhal
- We discuss inner voice facilitation
- Dating as a South Asian Woman
- How using our intuition has connected us to our cultural heritage
Let us know what you thought of the episode!
Ananya on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/ananyaampersand/):
You can reach out to us on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/ananyaampersand/):
Nishi’s website (https://www.joyparade.co) & Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/joyparadeco/)
14 Jun 2023
What you want may show up in unexpected ways
You’ve made the goal
You’re taking action towards it
Opportunities that you weren’t expecting are coming about
What do you do?
Do you block them?
Or is there a different way?
This episode explores how we might not be ready for what we truly need and why that’s a good thing.
8 Jun 2023
The importance of receiving the impossible journey
This week’s episode applies to all of us in some shape or form
You’ve reached the goal and yet part of you doesn’t quite believe you’re worthy of it?
You’ve realised it wasn’t ever about the '“big, shiny” goal
You’ve realised it was about something small instead
27 May 2023
How to use your intuition while travelling
Whether you’re a beginner or well-versed in using your intuition, it’s always insightful to hear how other people use theirs while travelling. Here's how Ananya used hers on a recent trip and her top tips for those just getting started.
31 Oct 2022
Things I wished I'd seen growing up: It's okay if your decisions don't make sense to other people!
This episode is for anyone who’s ever felt held back:
From trusting their intuition because it “doesn’t make sense!”
From taking action because they’re worried about external judgement
So you’re stuck in overthinking mode, worried about ALL the different possibilities
In this episode, I talk about:
The importance of trusting your intuitive nudges — even when it doesn’t make sense to you / other people!
Not letting other people’s throwaway comments define the actions you take
The nuances that come with navigating cultural conditioning and what you can do to cultivate your own intuition
My own experiences with how I navigated these exact situations and how I continue to do
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16 Oct 2022
The power of setting clear intentions and standards for yourself!
Welcome back! This episode is for anyone needing that reminder of the power of setting clear intentions for yourself!
Join me as I discuss:
What led me to write out a list of qualities I want in a partner
Share what that practically meant and the steps you can take too
The standards and boundaries I had to get clear on
How I actively let the list go….only to rediscover it later!
This episode is for you if you need reminding:
That it’s important to get clear on what you want and just how powerful it can be
That it’s okay to improve your boundaries and standards for yourself
On the importance of taking action that feels right for YOU, for the right reasons
www.ananyaampersand.com
7 Oct 2022
Using the intuition to move past labels - In conversation with Simona Barbieri, Founder of HubDot
I’m so excited to bring to you the very first interview of the podcast. I loved speaking with Simona, founder of HubDot.
We discuss:
The power of storytelling
Following the intuitive nudges when starting something
What happens when we lose touch with our intuition
How to reconnect back with our intuition
The power of embracing our authenticity
Being anti-racist as a founder and owning our voices
Periods of growth and evolution
The importance of continuously evolving and moving through different identities
If you’ve ever:
Thought: “I don’t have a story worth telling” - think again!
Felt defined by your labels: corporate or otherwise
Wanted to explore ways to “network” but in a way that feels good
This episode is for you!
As Simona mentioned: you can check out HubDot’s upcoming event on the 11th October 2022 at Kindred, Hammersmith & Fulham, London. You can buy tickets here:
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/the-time-is-now-lets-make-real-connections-tickets-388584395387?aff=ebdssbdestsearch
I’d love to hear what resonated with you from our conversation!
Take a screenshot of you listening to the episode and tag us on Instagram:
@simona_hub_dot, @hubdot & @ananyaampersand
If you haven’t already, do make sure you’re subscribed to the podcast & share this episode with anyone you feel could do with a boost of inspiration.
23 Aug 2022
The Importance of Taking Action Even When You're Uncertain
Overwhelmed. Stuck. Indecision. — Does this sound like you?
This episode is for you!
In this episode we discuss:
—Feeling stuck in indecision
—Why every step (forward or backwards is important)
—Where are we taking actions from?
—How pausing can help in your decision-making
—Who do we want to sign our permission slip?
—How inner voice work can help in making decisions from an aligned place
21 Jan 2022
How to handle feeling triggered
Join me as I discuss:
How to meet ourselves where we're at when we feel triggered
The hidden gifts to uncover when we feel triggered
A way to process emotions in real-time
This episode is for you if:
You've set the goals and intentions but now you're feeling frustrated at other people not 'getting it'
You're currently facing resistance
You're feeling stuck and avoiding the feelings that are coming up
You're looking for a new way to look at triggers
11 Oct 2021
What really comes up when you set new boundaries!
his episode is perfect for anyone also making shifts and stepping into a new version of their current identity.
Join me as I:
Discuss my recent experience setting a new boundary in real-time when presented with a new situation
How we are presented multiple opportunities to uphold a new boundary, as we embody a new identity
The subtle differences between the intuitive ‘yes’, ‘no’ and ‘discomfort’ How to view the discomfort of setting a new boundary differently
This episode is for you if:
You’re currently working on getting comfortable setting new boundaries for yourself.
You want to become aware of what crossing a boundary looks like for you.
10 Apr 2021
NFA Podcast Season 2: Episode 1
Season 2 of the NFA Podcast.
This season is dedicated to focusing on identity and the intuition.
In this episode I catch you up with recent events and how I've been navigating through them by listening to my intuition.
This episode is perfect for anyone wanting to know how to soothe their mind's tantrums so that they can tap into their own intuition.
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