&#34;Aur Bata&#34; is my personal journal, where I talk about various aspects of my life. You will get to know about my career decisions, perspective on things, life experiences, fun stories, and much more.If you have any questions regarding the podcast or want to give me feedback then, you can email me at hirlekardipesh@gmail.com

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In our final episode of Aur Bata,We&#39;re closing this incredible chapter to make way for exciting new beginnings.It&#39;s been an absolute privilege to bring you these discussions, and we&#39;re immensely grateful for your support. While this marks the end of Aur Bata in its current form, it&#39;s certainly not goodbye.Tune in as we share what&#39;s next and why this ending is truly a launchpad for something even more special.Thank you for everything – here&#39;s to the next adventure!

A Chapter Ends… A New One Begins

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When life doesn&#39;t go according to plan, it&#39;s a common experience, and it&#39;s important to adapt, learn, or maybe change your approach towards it. Instead of seeing deviations as failures, view them as chances for growth and new insights. If you focus on understanding the reasons for the deviation, adjusting your plan accordingly, and maintaining a positive attitude. Trust me, there&#39;s something good waiting to happen just around the corner.✨🧡

When Life Deviates You From The Plan

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Hey everyone! I just created a portfolio website from scratch using Canva, and it’s now live! 🧡I designed and built the entire site using Canva Websites, focusing on various elements, transitions, and color schemes without relying on any templates.It was an incredibly rewarding creative process that took several days, and I absolutely adore the result! ✨Please take a moment to check out the website linked in the comments section and share your thoughts --- <a href="https://hirlekardipesh.my.canva.site/" rel="nofollow">Digital Marketing Specialist Portfolio</a>

Caring More About Yourself

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As you guys know, I&#39;m not a fan of social media; I hate it in and out, specifically Instagram, due to its algorithm and addiction-inducing techniques.👀But I&#39;ve been using a particular social media platform for well over three years now. Is this hypocrisy, or is there more to the story?Know more about that and more in this episode, also do check out my profile on <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/dipesh-hirlekar/" rel="nofollow">LinkedIn</a>.💙

What's The LinkedIn Story?

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In this episode, I&#39;ll be talking about the completion of my MBA!I&#39;ll be briefly reflecting on my employment status and sharing my current thoughts on my life. Tune in for a quick update on this one.🙌🏽

MBA Journey Is Over

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In this episode, I&#39;m sharing a significant life update: I&#39;ve recently resigned from my job. I&#39;ll be talking about what led me to this point, the lessons I&#39;ve learned, and my hopes for the future.Tune in for an honest and open conversation about taking a leap of faith and embracing new possibilities.👀

Current Employment Status

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If you go into your 20s knowing exactly what you want to do, that would be good for you.If you don&#39;t see what you want to do, it&#39;s ok, and there&#39;s no cause for alarm.It&#39;s also ok to think you know what you want, get in the middle, and decide to change careers. It happens all of the time.🙂‍↕️

Career Perspective So Far

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Hey there, you reading the description 🙋🏽‍♂️ Um... that&#39;s it.

What’s Going On Recently?

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🪴New chapter alert! I&#39;m officially a Junior Operations Executive at STROOD and couldn&#39;t be more ready to roll up my sleeves.✨From cultivating strong vendor relationships to ensuring flawless event coordination, I&#39;m eager to play a key role in delivering exceptional experiences.I love the team and the energy here, and I can&#39;t wait to learn more and grow. A special thank you to all of you for believing in me!🤲🏽

Junior Operations Executive

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I&#39;ve been reflecting a lot lately on where I&#39;ve been, and where I&#39;m going.👀And let me tell you, I&#39;m going somewhere completely new. Something is about to drastically alter my path, and I&#39;m sharing the lead-up with you. Listen in as I talk about the feelings, the anxieties, and the excitement that come with a major life transition, all driven by a single, game-changing element.🪴✨

The Next Phase

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While both are positive, &#34;well respected&#34; is usually deemed more important than &#34;well-liked&#34; since it reflects admiration for someone&#39;s character and achievements, often more significant than merely being enjoyable. Ideally, one should strive to be both.🩷☺️Key points to remember:1️⃣ Respect is deeper: Being respected implies recognition of someone&#39;s competence, integrity, and accomplishments, which goes beyond just personal preference. 2️⃣ Liking can be fleeting: While being liked can feel good at the moment, it might be based on superficial factors. 3️⃣ Striking a balance is best: In leadership roles, particularly, aiming to be both well-liked and well-respected can foster a positive and productive working environment.

Wanna be Well-Liked or Well-Respected?

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People often grow apart due to a combination of factors like changing priorities, different life goals, lack of communication, evolving interests, unresolved conflicts, inadequate emotional intimacy, significant life changes, and a lack of shared experiences, leading to a gradual disconnect in the relationship.👀In today&#39;s always-on world, finding a balance between work and personal life can feel like an impossible task. But what if it wasn&#39;t?🤔I had the chance to sit down with <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/shruti-jain-143764232/" rel="nofollow">Shruti Jain</a>, a dedicated advocate for personal and professional growth, to explore the art of creating a more balanced and fulfilling life in the following episode -- <a href="https://open.spotify.com/episode/02geRiteMClfXEUxnVdDsj?si=2bLDYm_dRAiFWh8idUQmOQ" rel="nofollow">Finding Harmony: Work-Life Balance</a>🪴💖

People Grow Apart: A Natural Process

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We often think of self-care as outward care for ourselves. We work out, make better food choices, have a spa day, and sometimes go on vacation. However, the self-care that I&#39;m talking about is an inward type of care that focuses on our spiritual, emotional, and mental well-being. -- <a href="https://www.thejourneytodestiny.com/profile/sypope/profile" rel="nofollow">Stephanie</a> 👩🏽‍💻Also, don&#39;t forget to check out my other guest podcast, <a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/77c2Mctiu2bIee4eXfjdBl?si=a1ec1b44906e46a4" rel="nofollow">Ringing Conversations</a>, where we dive into unfiltered conversations with fascinating individuals from every corner of life.🪴🎙️ <a href="https://open.spotify.com/episode/2degBq78lDtk25FBqRWalV?si=ZRJFyRsXSjuYOD7b1m0DKA" rel="nofollow">𝐔𝐧𝐫𝐚𝐯𝐞𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐌𝐢𝐧𝐝&#39;𝐬 𝐌𝐚𝐳𝐞: 𝐀 𝐏𝐬𝐲𝐜𝐡𝐨𝐥𝐨𝐠𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐥 𝐃𝐞𝐞𝐩 𝐃𝐢𝐯𝐞</a>

Sometimes Self-Care Is Selfish — and That’s OK

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The term “social battery” describes the amount of energy a person has for socializing.People with a full social battery have plenty of energy for social interactions, whereas those with a low social battery may often feel that it needs “recharging.”🔋👀Some people, such as extroverts get their energy from social interactions. Therefore, when they feel low in energy, they may choose to spend time with others.In contrast, introverts expend energy during social interactions. They may need to recharge by spending time alone. Other people who may need to do this include autistic people and those with social anxiety.🤔The social battery is not a medical concept, but it is a popular and convenient way for people to explain to others how social activities affect themRead on to learn more about the social battery -- <a href="https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/social-battery" rel="nofollow">MedicalNewsToday</a> 🗒️

Social Battery

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Welcome to the new year! ✨😌In this episode, I&#39;ll be talking about all things - personal goals, resolutions, and creative projects, recapping 2024, and sharing hopes and dreams for 2025.I&#39;ll keep the description short for the episode but instead, let me talk about my new guest podcast - &#39;<a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/77c2Mctiu2bIee4eXfjdBl?si=5cd6da52972240c5" rel="nofollow">Ringing Conversations</a>&#39;💚It is a phone-call-based podcast where I will go beyond the surface, uncovering authentic insights, unexpected stories, and thought-provoking discussions. Industry experts, creative minds, and everyone in between - each call unlocks a fresh perspective on the world.Pick up the receiver and tune in! 📞👀

The Dawn of 2025

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Hey There People 👀I&#39;m officially announcing my new guest podcast &#39;Ringing Conversations&#39;, which will be a Spotify exclusive.To give you a generalized idea, Ringing Conversations is a phone-call-based podcast where I will go beyond the surface, uncovering authentic insights, unexpected stories, and thought-provoking discussions.✨Industry experts, creative minds, and everyone in between - each call unlocks a fresh perspective on the world.So I hope you&#39;ll pick up the receiver and tune in!😊

Announcement: I’m Starting A New Guest Podcast!

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Hello There ✨Writing my first sequel story on Wattpad - <a href="https://www.wattpad.com/story/363578519-let%27s-meet-after-college" rel="nofollow">Let&#39;s Meet After College</a> to experience living with friends in a rented apartment.This year has been significant for me, from voting in the elections for the first time to exploring various places across town.It has been a wonderful year, both professionally and personally. Here&#39;s to more great experiences ahead—let&#39;s embrace 2025 with full enthusiasm💖

Looking Back At The Year 2024

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&#34;Regrets are a part of life, whether we want them or not, whether we’re aware we’re having them or not. But by looking into the cause of regrets, and embracing the wide range of reality, we can learn to be satisfied with our choices, happier with the past, and happier in the present moment&#34;.-- <a href="http://leobabauta.com/" rel="nofollow">Leo Babauta</a>✍🏽

Regrets Are Part Of Life

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Come celebrate with us as we mark two incredible years of &#34;Aur Bata&#34;❣️This special episode delves into the fascinating world of Internal Family Systems (IFS), a transformative approach to understanding and healing the mind.😊Discover how IFS views the mind as a dynamic system of parts, each with its unique role and purpose. Learn why to connect with your core Self, the compassionate and wise leader within, and why to nurture and empower your wounded parts.Tune in to this enlightening conversation and embark on a journey of self-discovery and healing.❣️VerywellMind - <a href="https://www.verywellmind.com/what-is-ifs-therapy-internal-family-systems-therapy-5195336" rel="nofollow">What to Know About Internal Family Systems (IFS) Therapy</a>

Internal Family Systems

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In this episode 👀I will discuss the failures that I encountered during my personal projects over the past 2-3 years. Apart from that a discussion over why people are not so comfortable sharing their failure stories is something that I&#39;ve also talked about in the following episode.😊As we are on the same subject, don&#39;t forget to check out some of my personal projects here --- <a href="https://linktr.ee/hirlekardipesh" rel="nofollow">LinkTree</a>🔗

The Hidden Failures of Personal Projects

" *Aur Bata* " is my personal journal, where I talk about various aspects of my life. You will get to know about my career decisions, perspective on things, life experiences, fun stories, and much more.

If you have any questions regarding the podcast or want to give me feedback then, you can email me at hirlekardipesh@gmail.com