In this conversation, Paden Bhutia and Hariprasad Varma discuss the journey of Hariprasad into leadership coaching, the importance of mentorship, and the integration of Indian philosophical traditions into modern leadership practices.

The conversation revolves around the profound impact of mentorship on personal and professional growth, the importance of collaboration over competition, and the relevance of archetypes from Indian epics like the Mahabharata in contemporary leadership.

The conversation also touches on how stories and myths can serve as mirrors for self-discovery and personal development.

To understand your Mahabharata Leadership archetype, express your interest at https://learn.zensei.co.in/f/epic 

To learn more about Hari’s work, visit https://www.hariprasadvarma.com

Subscribe to Hari’s Substack at https://hariprasadvarma.substack.com

To get featured on the Action-Ables podcast, email: [email protected]

On this 200th podcast of the Action-Ables podcast, I sat down with a special guest.. 

You may know I’m on the journey of learning two foreign languages. Learning languages is something I’m passionate about. Today’s Guest is Reema, who’s a Spanish expert. I met her via her YouTube channel, where she's doing a fantastic job sharing her language expertise.

Reema is the founder of Hungover Books, a platform for learning languages and reading books.

She runs a YouTube channel and an Instagram on which she shares tips for language learning, primarily Spanish and a little bit of English, along with book reviews. 

Recently, she designed her Notes packages for people taking the DELE A1 and A2 exams, primarily for those looking to organise their study materials. She also coaches individuals in 1:1 sessions on strategies for passing the DELE exams. 

You can reach out to Reema below: 

Email - [email protected]

YouTube - Hungover Books - YouTube

Instagram - Hungover Books - Instagram

Blog - Hungover Books - Blog

You can email me: [email protected]

In this special episode of the Action-Ables Podcast, Paden steps away from the usual coaching techniques and shares something far more personal — the real story behind nearly 7 years and 200 episodes of podcasting.

What began in 2019 as a small experiment amid low confidence, uncertainty, and self-doubt slowly grew into a journey of consistency, creativity, and personal transformation.

Paden opens up about the inner voice that tells us we’re not ready, the discouragement of creating content when no one seems to be listening, and the quiet power of staying consistent even when results don’t come quickly.

If you're thinking about starting something — a podcast, a side hustle, a creative project, or pursuing a bold life goal — this episode is a reminder that confidence doesn’t come before action. It comes because of it.

You’ll learn why the voice in your head isn’t always your best advisor, why contrast and challenges are part of the creative journey, and why persistence might be the most underrated skill for building anything meaningful.

After almost 200 episodes, Paden shares why this podcast is just getting started — and invites you to reflect on the goals you're still waiting to pursue.

In this episode, you'll discover:

• Why the voice telling you you're "not ready" is often the biggest obstacle

• The surprising role imagination played in starting the podcast

• What happens when you create consistently without immediate results

• Why contrast and challenges are essential for growth

• The mindset shift that helps you stay committed to your biggest goals

If you’ve been waiting for the “right time” to begin something meaningful, this episode might be the nudge you need.

Starting an online business while working a full-time job?
Yes—it's hard. But it’s also 100% possible when you do it the simple way.

In this episode, I break down a realistic, no-fluff roadmap for building your online business without burning out. If you’ve ever told yourself, “I’ll start when things calm down,” this episode will show you exactly why that keeps you stuck—and how to finally move forward.

You’ll learn:

• Why starting feels so mentally exhausting (and how to fix it)

• How to avoid overwhelm from online information overload

• The 5-step framework to launch your online business simply

• How to work on your business with just 60 minutes a day

• Why consistency matters more than confidence or motivation

• How to get your first paying client without branding, logos, or websites

This episode is for working professionals who want more freedom, more income, and a business they can build responsibly—without quitting their job.

If you’re secretly building something on the side, this will help you finally start, stay consistent, and create momentum.

🎥 Watch the video version on the Action-Ables YouTube channel
📧 Join Paden’s free masterclass on March 8th. Email to register: [email protected]

In this episode, we unpack one of the sneakiest psychological barriers standing between you and your goals: the fear that something will be “too difficult.”

Here’s the truth: your brain is wired for survival, not success. Anything unfamiliar feels like a potential threat. Long before you take action, your mind exaggerates how uncomfortable, exhausting, or overwhelming something will be.

Psychologists call this impact bias — our tendency to overestimate how painful or difficult a new experience will feel.

Most of the “difficulty” happens in your imagination.

Inside this episode, we explore:

• Why your brain fears difficulty before you even begin

• How procrastination disguises itself as preparation

• The connection between perfectionism and avoidance

• The identity stories you unconsciously tell yourself

• The Goldilocks Effect and why your brain both resists and craves challenge

• The psychology behind comparing your struggle to someone else’s highlight reel

• And 5 practical, science-backed steps to stop letting fear run the show

You’ll learn why “hard” does not mean “impossible.”

Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/vtpIdMK_A68

Book your complimentary coaching session: https://calendly.com/padenbhutia-coaching/pro-bono-coaching-session

Email: [email protected]

Are you constantly saying, “I just don’t have time”?
In this episode of Action-Ables, Paden breaks down the real reasons we feel starved for time — and why it has less to do with your schedule and more to do with your beliefs, habits, fears, and identity.

Drawing from her 9+ years in the advertising grind, her coaching work, and insights from authors like Neale Donald Walsch and Eckhart Tolle, Paden uncovers the five hidden “time leaks” most people never question.

You’ll hear:

• Why your job, chores, and family responsibilities aren’t the full story

• How distractions (doomscrolling, binge-watching, low-value habits) quietly eat your day

• The surprising way fear of failure keeps you “too busy”

• The difference between clock time and psychological time

• A simple Bob Proctor-inspired exercise to finally see where your time is going

• And how to rebuild your identity so you show up as someone who creates space for what matters

This episode is equal parts practical and spiritual — and it will help you shift from “I wish I had time” to “I’m making time, intentionally.”

If you’re ready to stop repeating the same pattern every year and finally create space for your creative desires, this one is for you.

Book a free coaching session:

https://calendly.com/padenbhutia-coaching/pro-bono-coaching-session

Email: [email protected]

By this point, I'm sure you've heard a lot about positive thinking. However, do you know when and how to leverage your positive thinking and even use your so-called negative thinking?

In this episode, you’ll discover a simple NLP transformational technique that helps you

✨ Understand your internal thought patterns
✨ Visualise your goals with sharper clarity
✨ Boost your motivation and follow-through
✨ Create mental habits that support your growth instead of draining your energy

Whether you're on a personal growth journey or exploring mindset tools for the first time, this episode gives you a practical, easy-to-use framework you can apply today.

If you’re new here—welcome to Action-Ables! I’m Paden, an NLP Personal Growth Coach, and every week I share simple, actionable insights to help you pursue your life goals without sacrificing your peace of mind.

Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/cswtKjVxcCA

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👉 Curious about experiencing NLP coaching firsthand? I’m currently offering a few pro bono coaching slots.

Book your free coaching session here

Tune in now and know about how to use your 'thinking' to your advantage.

You may have heard a lot about doomscrolling…, but very few people understand what it actually does to your brain.

I want to share the science behind why it feels so exhausting—and how to get your energy back.

If you’ve been feeling drained, overwhelmed, or weirdly low on motivation lately… you’re not imagining it.

In this episode, I open up about my run-in with doomscrolling and explain — in simple, human language — what actually happens inside your brain when you're constantly exposed to negative news and online chaos.

You’ll learn how stress chemicals, the amygdala, and your brain’s reward system team up (accidentally!) to sabotage your focus, energy, and momentum… and more importantly, how to gently take your power back.

Here's the breakdown:

• Why negativity bias makes your brain cling to bad news
• How doomscrolling quietly drains your motivation and creativity
• The neuroscience behind mental fatigue and decision burnout
• Why your prefrontal cortex “shuts down” when stress is high
• Simple, practical tweaks to lower cortisol and restore mental clarity
• A mindset shift that helps you stay centered even when the world feels heavy

If you want to feel grounded, intentional, and mentally sharper — without pretending the world is perfect — this episode will give you clarity, comfort, and small doable steps to reset your mind.

And if you want to experience coaching around your goals, you can book a free coaching session here.

Tune in, take a breath, and let’s get you back to feeling centered again.

You can also watch this on YouTube: https://youtu.be/OIdyCnC3dh8

You can email me: [email protected]

Thinking about starting a business or side hustle this year, but don’t know where to begin?
This episode breaks down the real qualities you need — the ones no one talks about — so you can finally stop planning and start building.

After a three-month break, I’m back with a brand new season of the Action-Ables Podcast, and in this episode, I’m pulling back the curtain on what it really takes to begin building something of your own — while juggling real life, a full-time job, and your inner doubts.

This isn’t another “New Year, New You” talk. Instead, we dive into the core qualities that actually matter when you want to start a business, launch a side hustle, or bring more creativity into your life.

In this episode, you’ll discover:

• Why clarity of purpose and significance is non-negotiable for entrepreneurs
• The mindset shift required to truly become your own boss
• How to align what you say you want with the actions you take every day
• Why ideas don’t matter without execution (and a real story that proves it)
• How to build perseverance, handle resistance, and know when to pivot instead of quit

I also share personal lessons from my 9-year entrepreneurial journey — the struggles, the doubts, and the inner work that helped me build a business and life I genuinely love.

If you’re feeling stuck, creatively restless, or quietly dreaming of starting something meaningful, this episode is your sign.

🎧 Press play if you’re ready to stop overthinking and start moving.

Because your goals matter — and it’s up to you to bring them to life.

💡Want to move toward your goals this year? Explore how life coaching can give you the advantage you need.

Book a free coaching session with me: https://calendly.com/padenbhutia-coaching/pro-bono-coaching-session

Have a takeaway or question? You can email me: [email protected]

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In this episode, I'm sharing how being disciplined doesn't come naturally to me like most people. I'm sharing a technique which is a combination of two NLP techniques that have been helping me improve my discipline levels.

You can try it out for your goals.

I'd love to know your experience.

If you'd like to experience NLP life coaching for free, go ahead and book a life coaching session with me.

Disclaimer: These pro bono sessions are limited so please don't book unless you're serious about being coached.

You can book your coaching session here: https://calendly.com/padenbhutia-coaching/pro-bono-coaching-session

Feeling stuck because you're just not "feeling it"? You're not lazy—you're relying on the wrong thing. Motivation is a trap, and neuroscience proves it's the worst way to build lasting discipline.

In this episode, I expose the "dopamine deception" and gives you four simple, science-backed systems to break the cycle of procrastination for good.

Discover the simple counting trick that hacks your brain into action, the "No Zero Days" strategy to build unstoppable momentum, and how to make a powerful "identity shift" so discipline becomes automatic.

Stop waiting for a feeling that never comes and start building the life you want with these 4 things that work better than motivation.

Listen to the full episode here

If you want to work on a personal or professional situation inside of a coaching conversation for absolutely free, you can book your session with me. There are limited slots, so hurry and only book if you’re serious about achieving your goals: https://coachingwithpaden.youcanbook.me/ 

Since I’ve been off social media for a couple of months, you can get in touch with me via email [email protected]