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  The Status Game 16.09.2026 21min

  Why do people crave promotions, luxury cars, followers, titles, degrees, and recognition?What if money isn’t the real game… status is?In this episode of The Inspired Folks, we explore one of the most thought-provoking books of recent years—The Status Game by Will Storr.In this deep conversation, we discuss:✅ Why humans constantly compare themselves with others✅ The psychology behind success, fame, and social status✅ Why social media has amplified the status game✅ How status affects happiness, relationships, careers, and mental health✅ The three different status games we all play without noticing✅ How understanding status can help you make better life decisionsWhether you’re a student, entrepreneur, professional, parent, or simply curious about human behaviour, this conversation will completely change how you see the world.
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  The Second Mountain 14.09.2026 31min

  Most people spend their lives climbing the first mountain.A good job.Money.Status.Success.Recognition.But what happens when you reach the top and still feel something is missing?In this Malayalam book review of The Second Mountain by David Brooks, we explore one of the most important questions in life:“What comes after success?”This book is about purpose, relationships, service, commitment, and finding a deeper meaning beyond achievement.If you have ever felt stuck, empty despite achieving your goals, or wondered whether there is more to life than career and success, this conversation is for you.
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  The 12 Week Year 12.09.2026 23min

  Most people overestimate what they can achieve in a year and underestimate what they can achieve in 12 focused weeks.In this episode, we dive into The 12 Week Year—a powerful framework that challenges traditional annual goal setting. We explore why so many goals fail, how urgency drives execution, and how focusing on a 12-week cycle can dramatically improve results in business, health, finances, and personal growth.If you’ve ever felt busy but not productive, this conversation is for you.🎯 Learn how to: • Set goals that actually get done • Prioritize what matters most • Stop multitasking and start executing • Create momentum through weekly accountability • Achieve more in 12 weeks than most people do in 12 monthsYour next 12 weeks could change everything.
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  Principles by Ray Dalio - P2 11.09.2026 27min

  What if the quality of your life is determined by the quality of your decisions?In this episode of Zasyl Talk, we dive deep into the powerful lessons from Principles by Ray Dalio—one of the world's most successful investors and entrepreneurs.Join us as we discuss:✅ How to make better decisions✅ Learning from mistakes without repeating them✅ Building your own life principles✅ Creating a pathway for personal and professional success✅ Turning challenges into opportunities for growthWhether you're an entrepreneur, leader, professional, student, or someone looking to gain clarity in life, this conversation will help you think differently and make smarter decisions.🎙️ Learn. Decide. Grow.
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  Principles by Ray Dalio - P1 09.09.2026 26min

  Success is not just about motivation.It’s about having the right principles to make better decisions in life, business, money, relationships, and personal growth.In this Episode, I break down some of the most powerful lessons from the book Principles by Ray Dalio — one of the world’s most respected investors and thinkers.This Episode is for entrepreneurs, professionals, migrants, dreamers, and anyone trying to build a meaningful life while navigating pressure, failures, and uncertainty.Topics covered: • How successful people think • Decision-making frameworks • Learning from mistakes • Building discipline and consistency • Principles for life and business
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  How to Win Friends and Influence People. - P2 07.09.2026 24min

  In this Episode, we explore one of the most powerful self-development books ever written — How to Win Friends and Influence People.Why do some people naturally attract respect, build strong relationships, and influence others without force?What is the psychology behind making people like you, trust you, and listen to you?This timeless book by Dale Carnegie reveals the hidden principles of human connection, communication, persuasion, and social influence — lessons that are still transforming lives decades later.In this Episode, I break down:✔ How to make people genuinely like you✔ The secret to winning friends effortlessly✔ How to influence people without manipulation✔ Powerful communication lessons for leadership & business✔ Practical principles you can use in daily lifeIf you want to improve your relationships, communication, leadership, networking, or personal brand, this book is a must-read.
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  Too Big To Know 06.09.2026 20min

  What if everything we know about knowledge is outdated?In this Episode, we break down Too Big to Know by David Weinberger — a powerful book that explains how the internet has completely transformed the way we understand knowledge, truth, and expertise.Before the internet, knowledge lived in books, libraries, and experts. Today, it lives in networks, links, and constant updates. But is that making us smarter… or just more confused?In this summary, you’ll learn:Why knowledge is no longer “settled”How the internet changed the role of expertsWhy being connected matters more than being “right”The hidden danger of information overloadA new way to think, learn, and grow in the digital ageThis is not just a book summary — it’s a mindset shift for anyone living in a world of infinite information.💡 Key Takeaway👉 “The smartest person in the room is the room itself.”
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  Thinking in Systems 04.09.2026 20min

  If you feel stuck in life, business, or money… this is not a motivation problem — it’s a systems problem.In this Episode, we break down Think in Systems by Donella H. Meadows — one of the most powerful books ever written on understanding how the world really works. Learn how hidden systems control your habits, income, relationships, and success.This is not self-help. This is how life actually works.👉 In this Episode, you’ll learn:• Why working harder doesn’t always work• How systems shape your results (money, health, success)• The biggest mistake people make when trying to change their life• How to identify and fix broken systems around you• A simple way to start thinking like top performers. think in systems summary, Donella Meadows explained, systems thinking examples, how to think better, success mindset systems, fix your life systems, productivity systems thinking
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  The Paradox Of Choice - 02.09.2026 20min

  What if having more choices is actually making your life worse?In this Episode, we break down the powerful ideas from The Paradox of Choice by Barry Schwartz — a book that will completely change how you think about decision-making, happiness, and modern life.We live in a world where endless options are celebrated…But behind the scenes, they are quietly increasing anxiety, regret, and dissatisfaction.👉 Why do we feel overwhelmed when we have too many options?👉 Why do successful people limit their choices?👉 And how can YOU escape decision fatigue and live a more focused life?This is not just about psychology — it’s about how you design your life, your business, and your future.If you’ve ever felt stuck, confused, or overwhelmed by too many choices… this Episode is for you.⏱️ What You’ll Learn:The hidden cost of too many choicesWhy “more freedom” can reduce happinessMaximizers vs Satisfiers (and which one you are)How to simplify decisions and take control of your life
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  Thinking Fast and Slow - P2 30.08.2026 31min

  Thinking, Fast and Slow by Daniel KahnemanHow much control do you really have over your decisions?In Thinking, Fast and Slow, Nobel Prize-winning psychologist Daniel Kahneman explores the two systems that shape the way we think: one fast, intuitive, and automatic—and the other slow, deliberate, and analytical.From everyday choices to major life decisions, our minds are constantly using shortcuts that can lead to biases, mistakes, and unexpected judgments.This episode breaks down Kahneman’s powerful ideas on decision-making, cognitive biases, intuition, overconfidence, and the hidden patterns behind our thinking.🎧 Listen now—and discover how your mind makes decisions before you even realize it.
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  Thinking Fast and Slow - P1 16.03.2026 35min

  Your brain is lying to you — and Nobel Prize-winning psychologist Daniel Kahneman can prove it.In this episode-by-episode deep dive into one of the most influential books of the 21st century, we unpack Kahneman's groundbreaking framework of two competing systems driving every thought, decision, and judgment you make. System 1 is fast, instinctive, and emotional — System 2 is slower, more deliberate, and more logical. Wikipedia Together, they explain why you're not nearly as rational as you think.Each episode breaks down a key concept from the book — from the cognitive biases that hijack your judgment, to the overconfidence that distorts your decisions, to the surprising science of happiness and memory. We explore how your brain uses mental shortcuts (heuristics) that are fast but often unreliable, making you susceptible to influence in ways you'd never expect. ReadingraphicsWhether you're curious about why adding detail to scenarios makes them more persuasive but less likely to be true Conordewey, or why the remembering self — not the experiencing self — has the final say on whether a moment in your life was worth it SparkNotes, this podcast will change the way you understand your own mind.Perfect for fans of psychology, behavioural economics, and anyone who's ever wondered why smart people make terrible decisions.
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  How to win friends and Influence People- Dale Carnegie 28.02.2026 39min

  How to win friends and Influence People- Dale Carnegie
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  ഡോപ്പമിൻ ഡോസ് മുതൽ ഡിജിറ്റൽ ഡീറ്റോക്സ് വരെ- Part 2 interview with Dr Manu Melwin Joy 25.01.2026 35min

  ഡോപ്പമിൻ ഡോസ് മുതൽ ഡിജിറ്റൽ ഡീറ്റോക്സ് വരെ- Part 2 interview with Dr Manu Melwin Joy
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  An Inspiring Talk with Dr. Manu Melwin Joy about How technology is affecting us and how to tackle it - Part 1 14.01.2026 30min

  Dr. Manu Melwin Joy is currently working as Assistant Professor at School of Management Studies, CUSAT. He has published 51 research papers in reputed International Journals and Conference Proceedings. Apart from publishing articles in accredited journals, he has authored seven books with the most recent one titled "PLAYBOUR - Gamification for employee engagement". Dr. Manu was honoured by V. Sivankutty (Minister for Education and Labour) considering his remarkable efforts in giving training on the topic “Gamification for Learning and Development” to more than 1000 VHSE teachers in the year 2021. He is a recipient of prestigious awards like Vocational Excellence Award 2021 provided by Rotary International (Cochin Technopolis Chapter) and Global Eminence Award 2021 instituted by Bestow Edutrex International.He has handled more than 120 international and national sessions on gamification for corporates such as IBM, The Hindu Group, The Federal Bank, Apollo Tyres etc and educational institutions like University of Technology and Applied Sciences (Oman), Princess Nourah Bint Abdul Rahman University ( Kingdom of Saudi Arabia), international University of Humanities and Development (Turkmenistan), Alatoo International University (Kyrgyzstan), Zanzibar University (Tanzania), California Lutherian University(Iran), Limkokwing University of Creative Technology (Lesotho), Arab Open University (Oman) to name a few . Also, he had taken socially impactful gamification projects Like Project I CAN for developing a app for motivating cancer patients, Project Merry Metro engaging 6000 passengers in Kochi Metro, Gamifying 5 year LLB Curriculum of NUALS, Project Hrudayapoorvam CIAL engaging 1000 passengers in Cochin Airport, Project Guru for training 1000 VHSE teachers, Project Acharya for training 1000 Principals for APKOS (Association for Principals of Kerala Oriented Schools), Project Varna Shalabhangal for gamifying Government Children’s Home, kakkanad, Project Oppam for Gamifying HIV AIDS Awareness, Project Ayushman Bhava for creating Basic Life Support Awareness and much more. An Inspiring Talk with Dr. Manu Melwin Joy
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  IKIGAI - Book Review 07.01.2026 23min

  Ikigai is a Japanese concept that means “a reason for being.” 🌱It sits at the intersection of what you love, what you’re good at, what the world needs, and what you can be rewarded for. Discovering your Ikigai helps bring clarity, purpose, and long-term fulfillment to both life and work. Research shows that living with a strong sense of purpose is linked to better mental health, resilience, and longevity. This video explores Ikigai in a simple, practical way—so you can start aligning your daily habits with a life that truly feels meaningful.
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  Power Of Regret - Daniel Pink 02.01.2026 15min

  📘 The Power of Regret – (Malayalam)നാം എല്ലാവരും ജീവിതത്തിൽ ഒരിക്കൽങ്കിലും അനുഭവിക്കുന്ന വികാരമാണ് പശ്ചാത്താപം.പലരും അതിനെ ഒരു ദുർബലതയായി കാണുന്നു…പക്ഷേ ഈ പുസ്തകം പറയുന്നു — പശ്ചാത്താപം ഒരു ശക്തിയാണ്.The Power of Regret നമ്മൾ ഒഴിവാക്കാൻ ശ്രമിക്കുന്ന ആ വികാരത്തെഒരു വഴികാട്ടിയായി, ജീവിതം മാറ്റുന്ന ഉപകരണമായി മാറ്റുന്നു.നഷ്ടമായ അവസരങ്ങൾ, എടുത്ത തെറ്റായ തീരുമാനങ്ങൾ,“അന്ന് അങ്ങനെ ചെയ്തിരുന്നെങ്കിൽ…” എന്ന ചിന്തകൾ —ഇവയെല്ലാം നമ്മെ പിന്നോട്ട് വലിക്കാനല്ല,മുന്നോട്ട് നയിക്കാനാണ് ഉപയോഗിക്കേണ്ടത് എന്ന് ഈ പുസ്തകം പഠിപ്പിക്കുന്നു.🔹 എന്തുകൊണ്ട് പശ്ചാത്താപം മനുഷ്യരിൽ സ്വാഭാവികമാണ്🔹 പശ്ചാത്താപം നമ്മെ കൂടുതൽ നല്ല തീരുമാനങ്ങളിലേക്ക് എങ്ങനെ നയിക്കുന്നു🔹 കുറ്റബോധത്തിൽ നിന്ന് വളർച്ചയിലേക്കുള്ള യാത്ര🔹 വേദനയെ ജ്ഞാനമാക്കുന്ന മനോഭാവംഈ പുസ്തകം വായിച്ചാൽ,നിങ്ങൾ പശ്ചാത്താപത്തെ ഭയപ്പെടില്ല —പകരം അത് നിങ്ങളെ ശക്തനാക്കാൻ അനുവദിക്കും.👉 ജീവിതത്തെ പുതുക്കി ചിന്തിക്കാൻ ആഗ്രഹിക്കുന്ന എല്ലാവർക്കും വായിക്കേണ്ട ഒരു പുസ്തകം.
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  Do not Believe Everything You Think - Joseph Nguyen 01.01.2026 29min

  Don’t Believe Everything You Think | Book Insights | The Inspired PodcastWhat if your thoughts are not always telling you the truth?In this episode of The Inspired Podcast, we dive deep into the powerful book “Don’t Believe Everything You Think”, a simple yet life-changing reminder that most of our stress, fear, and self-doubt comes from believing our thoughts without questioning them.This book challenges the way we see our mind, emotions, and inner dialogue—and shows how awareness can free us from unnecessary suffering.🎙️ In this episode, we explore: • Why thoughts are not facts • How overthinking steals peace and clarity • The difference between thinking and awareness • How to respond to life instead of reacting • Practical insights to quiet the mind and live fullyIf you’re feeling stuck, anxious, overwhelmed, or constantly battling your own thoughts, this conversation will help you pause, reflect, and reconnect with yourself.✨ Sometimes, freedom begins the moment you stop believing every thought you have.🔔 Subscribe to The Inspired Podcast for conversations that challenge your thinking and inspire conscious living.📩 Share this episode with someone who needs this reminder today.
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  Essentialism - Greg Mckewon 14.12.2025 23min

  Essentialism: The Disciplined Pursuit of Less by Greg McKeown is a powerful guide to living and working with clarity, focus, and purpose in a world overloaded with distractions. The core idea of the book is simple yet transformative: instead of trying to do more, learn to do less but better. McKeown challenges the modern belief that success comes from saying yes to everything and shows how this mindset leads to burnout, stress, and shallow progress.Essentialism teaches readers to identify what truly matters and to eliminate everything else that is non-essential. Through practical examples and research-backed insights, the book emphasizes three key steps: explore what is essential, eliminate what is not, and execute what matters effortlessly. It encourages setting clear priorities, creating space to think, learning to say no gracefully, and designing systems that make the right actions easier.Rather than promoting minimalism for its own sake, Essentialism focuses on intentional living—choosing where to invest time, energy, and attention for maximum impact. The book is especially valuable for professionals, leaders, and anyone feeling overwhelmed by commitments. Ultimately, Essentialism is about reclaiming control of your life, reducing noise, and making consistent progress toward what truly aligns with your values and goals.Listen and Lets Grow together!
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  Comfort Crisis - Michael Easter 09.12.2025 24min

  🔥 Why You MUST Step Into Discomfort | The Comfort Crisis – Full Breakdown (Malayalam)We live in a world designed for comfort…But what if comfort is slowly killing our focus, resilience, and inner strength?In this episode, Syam & Lijin dive deep into Michael Easter’s bestselling book The Comfort Crisis — a powerful exploration of why humans are becoming weaker, more distracted, and less fulfilled… and how stepping into controlled discomfort can completely transform your life.🎙️ What you’ll learn in this episode:• Why our brain craves the “easy path” — and how it traps us• The science behind discomfort and growth• How modern comfort destroys focus, grit & creativity• Real-life stories that show the power of “reaching your edges”• Simple, daily discomfort habits to rebuild mental toughness• How Malayalis can apply these ideas in the modern lifestyle💥 This is NOT another ‘motivational talk’This is a research-backed, story-driven conversation that will challenge the way you think, live, and pursue success.If you’ve been feeling:✔️ Stuck✔️ Distracted✔️ Overwhelmed✔️ Too comfortable…this episode might just be the turning point.👇 Watch now. Step outside the comfort zone. Start becoming who you’re meant to be.#ComfortCrisis #BookBreakdown #MalayalamPodcast #Productivity #MentalToughness #SyamAndLijin #Focus #Grit #SelfImprovement
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  Laziness Does not Exist - Devon Price 08.12.2025 20min

  Laziness Doesn’t Exist” – The Inspired Folks 🔥What if everything you believed about laziness… was a lie?In this episode, we break down one of the most eye-opening books of our time — Laziness Does Not Exist by Dr. Devon Price — and explore why what we call “laziness” is often exhaustion, overwhelm, fear, and unmet human needs.🎯 What you'll learn in this review:– The shocking truth behind the “laziness myth”– Why productivity culture is quietly burning us out– How guilt, shame, and hustle culture trap us in a cycle of self-pressure– The three hidden forces that make you feel “lazy”– Practical steps to rebuild your energy, identity, and self-worth– How to shift from doing more to living better💡 Whether you’re a student, parent, leader, or someone stuck in the “I should be doing more” loop — this episode will change the way you look at yourself forever.👥 Who we areWe are The Inspired Folks — storytellers, thinkers, and researchers helping people reclaim focus, courage, and clarity in a noisy world. Every week, we break down powerful books, ideas, mindsets, and tools that help you grow.✨ If you're tired of feeling like you're not enough… this one is for you.👉 LIKE | COMMENT | SUBSCRIBE for more book breakdowns, deep conversations, and content that makes you think.