Inner Calling with Dr. Victoria: Discovering the wisdom and beauty within you

About Inner Calling with Dr. Victoria: Discovering the wisdom and beauty within you

Hi there, I’m Dr. Victoria Ranade. I’m a clinical psychologist, but mostly I’m a person who followed an inner calling to discover my love for dogs, including my Welsh Terrier Mei Mei. Welcome to INNERCALLING, my little, old fashioned corner of the internet where human connection still matters and there's nothing to prove. Every week, I sit down with leading scientists, psychologists, authors, and spiritual teachers to explore consciousness, resilience, and the timeless questions shaping a meaningful life—from what it means to survive depression and be human in the age of AI, to how we bridge science and the spiritual. Grounded in transpersonal and existential psychology, these organic conversations honor the inner light inside each of us that no darkness can ever overcome. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy (https://acast.com/privacy) for more information.

Publisher

Dr. Victoria Ranade

Category

health & fitness · religion & spirituality · science

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

17 Apr 2025

Latest episode

3 Oct 2026

Latest episodes

74 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   3 Oct 2026

   EP76. Neurodivergent Masking: “You don’t have to hide who you are” — Dr. Kayleigh Hale on Unmasking Your Authentic Self #Neuroaffirming

   I interviewed Dr. Kayleigh Hale, a clinical psychologist and neuropsychologist who specializes in neurodivergence, ADHD, and autism, particularly in girls and women. We explore autistic masking and ADHD masking—the ways neurodivergent people may hide or suppress parts of themselves to fit in, feel accepted, or stay safe. We talk about the signs of masking, why high-masking autism can contribute to late-diagnosed autism and ADHD in women, and how masking can become so automatic that we may not even realize we're doing it. As a neurodivergent woman, this conversation was especially meaningful to me. We discuss masking vs. coping and social skills, neurodivergent burnout and exhaustion, neuropsychological testing, and how to begin unmasking safely. Ultimately, this is a conversation about neurodiversity, authenticity, and learning how to honor the way your mind naturally works. *** Dr. Kayleigh Hale is a clinical psychologist and neuropsychologist specializing in neurodivergence, including ADHD and autism, particularly in girls and women. She is the Director of Testing at Hope+Wellness, where she provides strength-based, neurodiversity-affirming neuropsychological evaluations designed to help individuals better understand their unique minds, needs, and strengths. TIMESTAMPS 00:00 What Does It Actually Mean to “Mask”? 02:00 Can Anyone Mask—or Is It a Sign of Autism? 03:00 The Hidden Cost of Masking 04:00 What If You Don’t Know You’re Masking? 06:00 Subtle Signs of Autistic Masking 08:00 Why Autism Can Look Different in Girls & Women 10:00 Why So Many Women With Autism Are Missed 13:00 Masking vs. Social Skills: What’s the Difference? 16:00 How Do You Know If You’re Masking? 18:00 How to Start Unmasking Safely 21:00 Can Testing Detect Autism You’ve Been Hiding? 25:00 Does Everyone Mask Sometimes? 26:00 Why Masking Can Be So Exhausting 28:00 How Culture Shapes the Way We Mask 31:00 Are Men Taught to Mask Their Emotions? 32:00 Ask Yourself: “What Am I Suppressing?” 34:00 What Happens When You Start Unmasking? 36:00 Do You Ever Need to Stop Masking Completely? 38:00 My Own Experience With Neurodivergent Masking 40:00 How to Make Someone Feel Safe Enough to Unmask 42:00 What Does a Neurodiversity-Affirming Space Look Like? 44:00 What Parents of Neurodivergent Kids Should Know 45:00 Why You Need to Find Your “Neuro Tribe” 46:00 What to Look for in an Autism or ADHD Evaluation ** EPISODE LINKS https://www.hope-wellness.com/-dr-kayleigh-hale ** Hi, I'm Dr. V! Welcome to INNERCALLING, where I host organic conversations at the intersection of mental health, science, spirituality, & wisdom. Together with leading scientists, psychologists, authors, philosophers, and spiritual teachers, we explore consciousness, resilience, purpose, human flourishing, & the timeless questions that shape a meaningful life. As a clinical psychologist, I've seen that healing begins with curiosity and the courage to explore life's deepest questions. My hope is these conversations help you reconnect with the inner light within you—the one no darkness can overcome. Thank you so much for joining me! Dr. Victoria Ranade www.victoriaranade.com (http://www.victoriaranade.com/) Instagram https://www.instagram.com/drvictoriaranade (https://www.instagram.com/drvictoriaranade) Hope+Wellness https://www.hope-wellness.com (https://www.hope-wellness.com/) Press & Media Inquiries info@innercalling.org (mailto:info@innercalling.org) INNERCALLING www.innercalling.org (http://www.innercalling.org/) Subscribe to support our show https://www.youtube.com/@drvictoriaranade?sub_confirmation=1 (https://www.youtube.com/@drvictoriaranade?sub_confirmation=1) DISCLAIMER The information shared in this podcast is for informational and educational purposes only. Opinions expressed are those of the host and guest. Nothing in this episode should be construed as medical, psychological, legal, financial, or other professional advice. Always seek the guidance of a qualified professional regarding your individual circumstances. ** #Autism #ADHD #Neurodivergent #AutisticMasking #UnmaskingAutism #AutismInWomen #ADHDInWomen #Neurodiversity Disclaimer: https://innercalling.org/disclaimer Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy (https://acast.com/privacy) for more information.

2. 

   25 Sept 2026

   EP75. “How do you guide your kids on a plane that's still being constructed?” Dr. Carl Lejuez on Parenting in the Age of AI

   I interviewed Dr. Carl Lejuez, Provost of Stony Brook University and clinical psychologist, about how parents can help their kids navigate artificial intelligence (AI) and the changing future of education. Should parents encourage kids to use AI—or limit it? How can students use AI without losing independent thinking, creativity, and academic integrity? We discuss AI and parenting, AI in education, preparing kids for college, school AI policies, and why parents may already have many of the skills they need to guide their children through this uncertain new technology. Dr. Lejuez also shares a simple but powerful starting point: parents should learn to use AI themselves, understand its benefits and risks, and create an open dialogue with their kids. How do we guide our kids with a technology that’s still being constructed? #FutureOfEducation #ArtificialIntelligence #Parenting #AI #ChatGPT #Education #ParentingTips #AIinEducation #CollegeStudents #MentalHealth #Psychology #InnerCalling *** Dr. Carl Lejuez is Provost and Executive Vice President for Academic Affairs at Stony Brook University and a renowned clinical psychologist. As Stony Brook’s chief academic officer, he oversees the university’s schools and colleges and helps shape its academic strategy, including its work around artificial intelligence and the future of higher education. His background as a psychologist, researcher, mentor, and university leader gives him a unique perspective on parenting, education, leadership, and how we can help young people navigate rapid technological change. ** 0:00 How Parents Can Help Kids Navigate AI 13:00 AI, Parenting & the Future of Education 16:00 Why Parents Should Start Using AI 18:00 Protecting Kids From the Risks of AI 23:00 How Students Should Use AI 25:00 AI, Creativity & Independent Thinking 26:00 AI in the Classroom & Academic Integrity 28:00 Is AI Inevitable in Education? 29:00 Setting Boundaries Around AI Use 30:00 Preparing Kids for AI in College 32:00 Protecting Kids in the Age of AI 33:00 A Simple Framework for Responsible AI Use *** EPISODE LINKS https://www.stonybrook.edu/ https://www.stonybrook.edu/pres/governance/lejuez-bio.html *** Hi, I'm Dr. V! Welcome to INNERCALLING, where I host organic conversations at the intersection of mental health, science, spirituality, & wisdom. Together with leading scientists, psychologists, authors, philosophers, and spiritual teachers, we explore consciousness, resilience, purpose, human flourishing, & the timeless questions that shape a meaningful life. Questions we explore: • How do we find meaning in suffering? • What does it mean to be human in the age of AI? • What is consciousness? • How do we cultivate wisdom and purpose? As a clinical psychologist, I've seen that healing begins with curiosity and the courage to explore life's deepest questions. My hope is these conversations help you reconnect with the inner light within you—the one no darkness can overcome. Thank you so much for joining me! Dr. Victoria Ranade: www.victoriaranade.com IG: https://www.instagram.com/drvictoriaranade Hope+Wellness: https://www.hope-wellness.com Press & Media Inquiries: info@innercalling.org Website: www.innercalling.org Subscribe to support our show: https://www.youtube.com/@drvictoriaranade?sub_confirmation=1 *** Disclaimer: The information shared in this podcast is for informational and educational purposes only. Opinions expressed are those of the host and guest. Nothing in this episode should be construed as medical, psychological, legal, financial, or other professional advice. Always seek the guidance of a qualified professional regarding your individual circumstances. Disclaimer: https://innercalling.org/disclaimer Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy (https://acast.com/privacy) for more information.

3. 

   14 Sept 2026

   EP74. “The ways that people made sense of the world aren’t working anymore. We were born knowing on some level that the world is supposed to be more beautiful than it is.” - Charles Eisenstein on the world our hearts know is possible #bookfriends

   I interview Charles Eisenstein, author of The More Beautiful World Our Hearts Know Is Possible, about the stories that shape how we understand ourselves, society, and what it means to be human. We explore his idea of the “story of separation”—the belief that we are fundamentally separate from one another, nature, and the world around us—and his concept of interbeing, which offers a very different way of understanding identity, relationships, and our place in the world. We also discuss consciousness, spirituality, scientific materialism, meaning, psychedelics, Taoism, and how different cultural traditions challenged Charles’s assumptions about what is real. At the heart of the conversation is a bigger question: What happens when the cultural stories that once gave us meaning no longer feel sufficient? Charles shares his vision for what may come next: a way of living grounded less in competition and separation and more in our responsibility to serve life, heal what has been damaged, and contribute to a more beautiful world. *** Charles Eisenstein is an author, speaker, and essayist whose work explores civilization, spirituality, ecology, economics, and the stories that shape how we understand ourselves and the world. He is the author of several books, including The More Beautiful World Our Hearts Know Is Possible and Sacred Economics. ** 0:00 Charles Eisenstein: The Stories That Shape Our World 0:55 What Is an “Inner Calling”? 3:00 The Story of Separation 4:30 What Is Interbeing? 6:00 Why We Feel Disconnected From Each Other and Nature 9:00 Is Our Cultural Story Breaking Down? 11:00 How Stories Shape Our Beliefs and Identity 14:00 Science, Spirituality & the Limits of Scientific Materialism 18:00 Consciousness, Meaning & Mental Health 20:00 Charles Eisenstein on Death, Atheism & Existential Fear 21:00 Psychedelics, Taoism & Expanding Our View of Reality 25:00 What Is Spirituality? 28:00 Science, Religion & Different Ways of Understanding Reality 29:00 Why Intelligent People Believe Radically Different Things 31:00 How Do We Know What Is True? 33:30 Why the Old Story Is Falling Apart 37:00 What Is the New Story for Humanity? 39:00 Our Purpose: Serving Life & Beauty on Earth 40:00 Cynicism, Hope & the Courage to Believe in a Better World 42:00 Charles Eisenstein’s New Book & What Comes Next ** EPISODE LINKS https://charleseisenstein.org/ *** Hi, I'm Dr. V! Welcome to INNERCALLING, where I host organic conversations at the intersection of mental health, science, spirituality, & wisdom. Together with leading scientists, psychologists, authors, philosophers, and spiritual teachers, we explore consciousness, resilience, purpose, human flourishing, & the timeless questions that shape a meaningful life. Questions we explore: • How do we find meaning in suffering? • What does it mean to be human in the age of AI? • What is consciousness? • How do we cultivate wisdom and purpose? As a clinical psychologist, I've seen that healing begins with curiosity and the courage to explore life's deepest questions. My hope is these conversations help you reconnect with the inner light within you—the one no darkness can overcome. Thank you so much for joining me! Dr. Victoria Ranade: www.victoriaranade.com IG: https://www.instagram.com/drvictoriaranade Hope+Wellness: https://www.hope-wellness.com Press & Media Inquiries: info@innercalling.org Website: www.innercalling.org Subscribe to support our show: https://www.youtube.com/@drvictoriaranade?sub_confirmation=1 *** Disclaimer: The information shared in this podcast is for informational and educational purposes only. Opinions expressed are those of the host and guest. Nothing in this episode should be construed as medical, psychological, legal, financial, or other professional advice. Always seek the guidance of a qualified professional regarding your individual circumstances. Disclaimer: https://innercalling.org/disclaimer Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy (https://acast.com/privacy) for more information.

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• Ben Juwono
• Dr Kayleigh Hale
• Mark Matousek
• Dr David Wen
• Nick Sholley

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