YoggNation: The Spirit of Gratitude
Welcome to the YoggNation: Spirit of Gratitude podcast, hosted by Yogesh Patel
Each week, you’ll hear from a diverse mix of high-profile guests from different ages, backgrounds, professions, and cultures, who open up about topics like gratitude, bullying, self-awareness, resilience, and tuning into that quiet inner voice we often ignore.
This podcast is all about honest conversations that make you pause, reflect, and maybe even see yourself a little more clearly.
Recent Episodes
The Power of Kindness in an Age of Anger and Social Media
Being called “ugly” can stay with a child long after the words are spoken. Angela Garcia, mother and founder of the Ugly Foundation, is turning that hurtful word into a message of confidence by redefining UGLI as Unique, Gifted, Loved, and Individual.
Angela shares how bullying and cyberbullying affect children today, why kids need trusted adults and supportive peers, and how UGLI school clubs encourage students to become upstanders instead of bystanders.
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What Does Space Teach Us About Appreciating Everyday Life?
What happens when you see Earth from space and realize every person you love is living on one small planet?
Col. Edward "Mike" Fincke, NASA astronaut, shares what he learned from four space missions, nine spacewalks, and 549 days in zero gravity. From seeing the Milky Way without atmospheric distortion to looking back at Earth from 17,500 miles per hour, Mike explains how space changed his perspective on gratitude, teamwork, responsibility, and what truly matters.
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Being Strict Isn’t Enough — Here’s How Teachers Build Trust
What if a strict classroom could actually make students feel safer, supported, and more motivated to learn?
Mr. Roberto Hernandez shares a practical look at classroom management, student motivation, bullying prevention, and teen mental health. From setting clear expectations to using small moments of connection, he explains how structure, trust, and consistency can help students feel seen and supported.
🧠 What you will learn:
How clear boundaries can create a healthie…
The Reality of Becoming a Successful Actor, With Kareem Grimes
What if success is built by the work no one sees? Kareem Grimes shares the reality behind a lasting acting career, from side jobs and rejection to finding breakthrough opportunities and staying grounded through it all. Best known for playing Preach on All American, Kareem explains why consistency, gratitude, and showing up every day matter more than chasing overnight success. 🧠 What you will learn: How consistency and daily habits create long-term success Why taking side jobs...
Why Gratitude Matters Most When Life Falls Apart
What if gratitude isn't a feeling, but a framework for getting through life's hardest moments? Chris Carls and Melissa from Cirrus Visual join us for a behind-the-scenes look at the rebrand of YoggNation's Spirit of Gratitude. Together, we explore how a podcast's message, identity, and visuals can reflect a deeper purpose, showing that gratitude is built through awareness, resilience, courage, appreciation, and humility. 🧠 What you will learn: How strong branding creates …
The Most Empowering Truth You'll Hear Today with Manish Shah
What if the most empowering truth is realizing that no one is coming to save you, and that's exactly what sets you free? Manish Shah, founder and CEO of Maya Tea, shares how he went from rock bottom to building a nationally recognized tea company by embracing responsibility, resilience, and purpose. His journey reveals that success is less about luck and more about creating value, doing the inner work, and showing up consistently. 🧠 What you will learn: How to overcome self-doubt and bu…