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In the third episode of "Mere Mortals in Motion," we delve deep into Week 1 of my running phase. As ambitions met reality, adjustments were essential. 

From the initial challenges with my knee and overestimating my running volume to the intricate balance of strength training and running, discover how I recalibrated my approach. With a day-by-day breakdown, uncover the strategies employed, the mental hurdles faced during continuous running versus singular intense lifting sessions, and the unexpected turns my training took. 

Tune in to uncover how adaptability became the cornerstone of the journey.

0:00 - Intro
1:10 - Week 1 Tracking
2:18 - The Details
2:48 - Monday
5:00 - Tuesday
6:30 - Wednesday
7:35 - Thursday
8:35 - Friday
9:42 - Saturday + Learnings
12:45 - Sunday

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1. ഗ്യാൻവാപി രണ്ടാം ബാബരിയോ?

2. അടഞ്ഞ കശ്മീരിന് നാലാണ്ട്

3. 'ചെകുത്താനോട്' ഇടയുന്ന ബാല


Panel: Nishad Rawther, C Dawood ,  Divya Divakaran

In this episode of Navigate the Day, we delve into the wisdom of Marcus Aurelius and explore the concept of embracing imperfection and letting go of idealism. Drawing inspiration from Aurelius' words, we learn to navigate life's challenges with resilience and inner calm.

We discover that seeking perfection and adhering to rigid principles can sometimes hold us back from fully experiencing the richness of life's unpredictable journey. By acknowledging that life is not without its nuisances, we can learn to let go of minor annoyances and inconveniences, understanding that they are part of the natural order.

Reflecting on our own tendencies towards idealism, we uncover areas in our lives where our expectations may not align with reality. Through self-awareness and the influence of others, we begin to release the grip of idealistic thinking, finding contentment in embracing life as it is.

Our host shares personal experiences of how idealism hindered personal growth and relationships, but also reveals how inspiration from a loved one, whom we affectionately call Sunflower, changed the perspective. Witnessing Sunflower's wonderment and ability to find beauty in the everyday, we learn the power of embracing life's simple joys and living in the present.

As we explore the Stoic principle of accepting reality as it is, we gain insights into the grand scheme of the universe. Understanding that everything has a purpose and place in the natural order, we learn to let go of control over things beyond our influence and embrace life's cosmic dance.

Through this episode, we are inspired to navigate life's ups and downs with grace, finding joy in the imperfections, and cultivating inner tranquility. So join us on this journey of self-discovery and let go of unrealistic expectations as we embrace life's uncertainties with enthusiasm and open hearts.

Thank you for listening and joining me on my journey of self-discovery!

Mediations and Prompts influenced from The Daily Stoic Books

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In This Episode You’ll Hear About:

• What it was like growing up in New Jersey with family working in the toy industry, having the influence of entrepreneurial parents
• The life lessons learned from being a lifeguard and swim instructor at a young age 
• What he learned from his 13 years spent in advertising, is that products can become very meaningful not only to consumers but to creators 
• How a one way trip to Tokyo with his now wife and Co-Founder Natalie, led to the idea of Bala
• How after a workout class in Indonesia, the idea for Bala was sparked by a napkin drawing
• The insecurities faced in running with the idea of Bala, that it was a redesign of a product no longer used
• The fears they faced of being told no, not being believed in, and the fears of putting their idea on Kickstarter
• The year-long process of finalizing the product and getting it to be everything they needed it to be
• How they landed on Shark Tank, and how their episode airing two weeks before COVID hit helped skyrocket Bala
• The advice Max has for founders wanting to go on Shark Tank, and how it’s been after the fact
• How leaning into product innovation, and not just focusing on bangles has grown Bala further
• What it's like working with a spouse, raising a family, and building a company
• What’s next for Bala from product innovation, more content, and partnerships

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Quotes:

“I'll admit that I don't think I've ever really known what I want to be when I grow up. I say it in the present tense because I think there's still a lot of life to live.”

“We noticed there had been a redesign of the adjacencies in this category, but not of the products folks are actually working out with, so we started sketching Bala on a napkin.”

“The challenge became, how do we start to bring this thing off the page? Early days it was just an incredibly iterative process.”

“Early insecurity was will people care? It is admittedly a redesign of a product no longer used to the same degree they once were.”

“We took a year to continue to develop the product and get to the perfect velcro closure that allowed folks to throw them on and off really simply.”

“We never thought about it as an at-home fitness product.”

“Like any pitch, focus and singularity around what your product or service is and why it's of interest, not just to your target audience, but the Shark Tank audience as well.”

“We wanted to make a deal, but we didn't want to make a deal that would really be a disservice to what it is we were trying to build at the time.”

“It really is this kind of intersection between fashion and fitness that didn't otherwise exist”

“We realized that making meaningful, functional improvements to the product, but also making them more beautiful would make for a more elevated experience for working out.”

“Baby steps are still steps. And as long as you're taking them, you're moving forward.”

• Niño de 12 años asesinado y niña de 9 años es herida por bala perdida.
• Un tiroteo deja otro niño sin vida en Boyle Heights.
• Se investigan dos mortales tiroteos en Compton.
• La policía busca a los ladrones armados que robaron joyería .
• Aumentan los crímenes violentos en Los Ángeles.
• Instalan cámaras para reducir el índice delictivo en Melrose.
• Los expertos en seguridad aconsejan que instale cámaras de seguridad.
• Micron podría causar casos menos graves que la variante delta.
• Se confirma el primer caso de la variante ómicron en Long Beach.
• Automovilistas de Los Ángeles pasaron 62 horas tras el volante.
• La gigante Amazon sufrió una fuerte interrupción de sus servicios.
• Instagram está desarrollando una herramienta para tomar descanso.
• Si derrocha el agua podría recibir multas de hasta 500 dólares.

• Un pequeño de 13 años de edad fue asesinado mientras jugaba en el cuarto de su propia casa en Pasadena.
• Hombre fue arrestado por intento de asesinato.
• Aumenta la preocupación por la falta de seguridad en el metro de Los Ángeles.
• Alerta roja por fuertes vientos y calor.
• Gran cantidad de niños de 5 a 11 años de edad recibieron hoy la vacuna contra el coronavirus en una escuela de Pasadena.
• Las autoridades del puerto de Los Ángeles en Long Beach dijeron que las multas de 100 dólares por el retraso movimiento de contenedores en las terminal marina entrará en efecto el 29 de noviembre.
• 48 millones de personas transitaran en carreteras por el día de acción de gracias.
• Las bajas en matrículas de colegios comunitarios se atribuyen a que más estudiantes han optado por trabajar.
• Esta semana no hay clases en el distrito escolar unificado de Los Ángeles, sin embargo sus hijos pueden recibir alimentos.
• Demandan al condado de los Ángeles por no dar alimentos rápido.
• Facebook, Instagram, Tik Tok y el Snapchat enfrentan la salida de una compañía.

Life and business partners, Natalie Holloway and Maximilian Kislevitz are the founders of Bala. They are the makers of Bala Balges, stylish weighted bands that amplify just about any workout.  

In this episode, you will learn how the husband and wife team: 

• Pitched on Shark Tank and had all sharks vying to be their partner
• How they received media coverage from notable publications like Vouge, Marie Claire, and Glamour
• And how they are managing an influx of sales during COVID-19

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